Eric Ludy Sermon Podcast: Church At Ellerslie

Three days isn’t a long period of time—but when you face challenges, difficulties, and circumstances, and God appears to be silent, three days feels like an eternity. Throughout Scripture, there are several accounts of people facing a “three-day test.” In this message, Eric Ludy examines seven different stories throughout Scripture of people who dealt with a three-day trial and were triumphant afterward. This powerful meditation leads you to the climatic moment of Jesus’ death and the three days He was in the tomb before the greatest triumph in history: the resurrection of Christ. If you have ever felt God was silent or thought you were facing a “three-day test,” this message is for you.

A 2 Part Sermon Series “The New Testament is in—the Old concealed. The Old Testament is in the New revealed.” This phrase from Christian history emphasizes the powerful reality that all throughout the Old Testament the truth of Jesus, the cross, and the Gospel can be found. Similarly, the New Testament takes what God started in the Old and gives the deeper revelation of what the Old was actually pointing toward. In The Bewildering Death, Eric Ludy unpacks ten strange foreshadows from the Old Testament and talks about how they were understood but then reveals how they point to and become fulfilled in the life and death of Christ Jesus. If you desire to gain a deeper understanding and love of the Old Testament, this message will leave you excited and expectant to study all of Scripture.

A 2 Part Sermon Series “The New Testament is in—the Old concealed. The Old Testament is in the New revealed.”  This phrase from Christian history emphasizes the powerful reality that all throughout the Old Testament the truth of Jesus, the cross, and the Gospel can be found. Similarly, the New Testament takes what God started in the Old and gives the deeper revelation of what the Old was actually pointing toward. In The Bewildering Death, Eric Ludy unpacks ten strange foreshadows from the Old Testament and talks about how they were understood but then reveals how they point to and become fulfilled in the life and death of Christ Jesus. If you desire to gain a deeper understanding and love of the Old Testament, this message will leave you excited and expectant to study all of Scripture.

A 2 Part Sermon Series As Christians, we should desire for God to move mightily and showcase Himself in and through our lives, yet we often overlook the work of God in the mundane. What may appear to be unimpressive, ordinary, and simple moments of life are actually opportunities for God to demonstrate and glorify Himself. In this message entitled The Marvel of the Mundane, Eric Ludy shows the difference between the “wow” and the “mundane” and how God is actively involved in both. Pastor Ludy gives seven principles of Heaven’s work and argues that God’s return of power hinges upon our readiness to allow the mundane aspects of life to declare God’s glory.

A 2 Part Sermon Series As Christians, we should desire for God to move mightily and showcase Himself in and through our lives, yet we often overlook the work of God in the mundane. What may appear to be unimpressive, ordinary, and simple moments of life are actually opportunities for God to demonstrate and glorify Himself. In this message entitled The Marvel of the Mundane, Eric Ludy shows the difference between the “wow” and the “mundane” and how God is actively involved in both. Pastor Ludy gives seven principles of Heaven’s work and argues that God’s return of power hinges upon our readiness to allow the mundane aspects of life to declare God’s glory.

The Old Testament Law was given as a forerunner to reveal the coming Messiah. It was given as a school teacher to reveal our need and lead us toward a greater focus: Jesus Christ. Paul declares in 1 Corinthians that what Jesus accomplished, purchased, and provided supersedes and is superior to the Old Testament Law. All throughout the New Testament we discover that Christians are no longer bound to the Mosaic Law but rather bound to Christ (a higher Law). The hallmark of Christianity is not circumcision or adhering to the Mosaic Law, instead we are defined by love. In this message, Pastor Eric Ludy gives an in-depth study on the difference between law and love and why Jesus is the more excellent way.

A 2 Part Sermon Series In 2 Corinthians 5:17, Paul declares: “if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” What does it mean to leave the old and live within the new? In this two-part message by Eric Ludy, the difference between the old creature and the new creature is examined. The triumphant reality of the Cross of Christ is that as Christians we have a whole new anatomy. We have a brand new heart, mind, ears, eyes, nose, and tongue— altering how we think, live, and talk. Some believers want the new heart and mind but wish to leave the new tongue behind; others put emphasis on tongues but forget about the rest of body. As Christians, we are new creatures, where every part of us is transformed ever more into the likeness of Jesus Christ. If you have struggled with what it means to be a new creature in Christ—in every part of your life—this sermon is for you.

A 2 Part Sermon Series In 2 Corinthians 5:17, Paul declares: “if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” What does it mean to leave the old and live within the new? In this two-part message by Eric Ludy, the difference between the old creature and the new creature is examined. The triumphant reality of the Cross of Christ is that as Christians we have a whole new anatomy. We have a brand new heart, mind, ears, eyes, nose, and tongue— altering how we think, live, and talk. Some believers want the new heart and mind but wish to leave the new tongue behind; others put emphasis on tongues but forget about the rest of body. As Christians, we are new creatures, where every part of us is transformed ever more into the likeness of Jesus Christ. If you have struggled with what it means to be a new creature in Christ—in every part of your life—this sermon is for you.

A 2 Part Sermon Series There is a piece of property that every Christian longs to live at: 44 Happily-Ever-After Lane. This historic property contains the most beautiful and peaceful setting anyone could ever wish to live; and yet it is the place of suffering, difficulty, and war. Sounds like quite the contradiction doesn’t it? In this whimsical and powerful two-part message, Eric Ludy talks about the life of a Christian, the benefits and difficulties that come with it, and the desperate need for forgiveness in our lives. When 44 Happily-Ever-After Lane is riddled with unforgiveness, it can no longer be the beautiful estate God desires us to live in. If you find forgiveness difficult, this sermon will unveil the power to do the impossible.

A 2 Part Sermon Series There is a piece of property that every Christian longs to live at: 44 Happily-Ever-After Lane. This historic property contains the most beautiful and peaceful setting anyone could ever wish to live; and yet it is the place of suffering, difficulty, and war. Sounds like quite the contradiction doesn’t it? In this whimsical and powerful two-part message, Eric Ludy talks about the life of a Christian, the benefits and difficulties that come with it, and the desperate need for forgiveness in our lives. When 44 Happily-Ever-After Lane is riddled with unforgiveness, it can no longer be the beautiful estate God desires us to live in. If you find forgiveness difficult, this sermon will unveil the power to do the impossible.

There are certain passages in Scripture that prove difficult for most pastors and teachers. The book of 1 Corinthians is no exception. Paul’s epistle often becomes divisive in the areas of liberty, law, marriage, prophecy, women’s role within the church, head coverings, and speaking in tongues. What are we as believers to do with such passages. In this revealing study on First Corinthians, Pastor Eric Ludy tackles these subjects and talks about the key to unlocking and understanding the text.

A 2 Part Sermon Series Let’s be honest – we live in a world where there are endless baits for irritation, frustration, and anger. We try to keep ourselves in check, but far too often we allow these snares to slip in and destroy our lives, relationships, and intimacy with God. In this two-part message, Eric Ludy asserts that irritation is actually good, but it is how irritation is handled which determines if it will be used by the enemy to destroy or by God to build us stronger. Not only does this message give you the secret to handling irritation, it also introduces you to a team of spiritual special forces which will enable you to handle pain, irritation, and frustration. If you’ve ever found yourself acting as a cranky conservative, allow God to use this message to transform you into kindly Christian.

A brief summary of this episode

How do we know if we are truly saved? Does Scripture give us an answer? In this sermon, Pastor Eric Ludy reveals what God’s Word says about the immense subject of salvation and provides a helpful guide to know if we are in the faith. Using the illustration of a house, salvation will be easier to understand as you discover that the tenor of our lives will demonstrate whether we are homeless or inside the house. This message will give you a practical handle on salvation as well as questions to see if you have any open doors to sin in your life.

A 2 Part Sermon Series Christian history is full of stories of believers who stood courageously in the face of severe trials, difficulties, cannibal tribesmen, ruthless gang members, torture, and the like. As Christians, our lives are not to be marked by fear, anxiety, or cowardice but by faith, bravery, and extraordinary courage. In this powerful two-part message, Eric Ludy examines Christian history, recounting heroic stories of old, and what the cure for cowardice is for our day.

A 2 Part Sermon Series Christian history is full of stories of believers who stood courageously in the face of severe trials, difficulties, cannibal tribesmen, ruthless gang members, torture, and the like. As Christians, our lives are not to be marked by fear, anxiety, or cowardice but by faith, bravery, and extraordinary courage. In this powerful two-part message, Eric Ludy examines Christian history, recounting heroic stories of old, and what the cure for cowardice is for our day.

A 2 Part Sermon Series Euaggelion is the Greek word in the New Testament for “the Gospel.” Yet too often in the Church today, our understanding of what the Gospel is – is like reading a new language – aspects and words look familiar but we don’t know what to do with it. The Gospel is a central theme throughout Scripture and as Christians, we should know it and be able to articulate it to others – for it is the power of God unto Salvation! This two-part sermon series by Eric Ludy examines what Scripture says about the Gospel and lays forth the 16 building blocks of being firmly established in Christ. If you are looking for an infusion of Biblical truth or interested in how to share the Gospel, this sermon is for you.

A 2 Part Sermon Series Euaggelion is the Greek word in the New Testament for “the Gospel.” Yet too often in the Church today, our understanding of what the Gospel is – is like reading a new language – aspects and words look familiar but we don’t know what to do with it. The Gospel is a central theme throughout Scripture and as Christians, we should know it and be able to articulate it to others – for it is the power of God unto Salvation! This two-part sermon series by Eric Ludy examines what Scripture says about the Gospel and lays forth the 16 building blocks of being firmly established in Christ. If you are looking for an infusion of Biblical truth or interested in how to share the Gospel, this sermon is for you.

A 2 Part Sermon Series “Novice” is not a term we naturally gravitate toward in describing ourselves. We prefer “mature,” “experienced,” or “diligent”—just not novice. However, to become a great leader, a novice needs a proving season—a time of preparation, training, and transformation. Using David, the shepherd boy turned king, as an example, this sermon series examines how God prepares and trains Christians for leadership and how it all starts with being a novice. In this sermon, Eric Ludy encourages future leaders with four restraints and four key principles for leadership. You will discover that God delights to use humble, faithful, and child-like men and women to accomplish His purposes.

A 2 Part Sermon Series “Novice” is not a term we naturally gravitate toward in describing ourselves. We prefer “mature,” “experienced,” or “diligent”—just not novice. However, to become a great leader, a novice needs a proving season—a time of preparation, training, and transformation. Using David, the shepherd boy turned king, as an example, this sermon series examines how God prepares and trains Christians for leadership and how it all starts with being a novice. In this sermon, Eric Ludy encourages future leaders with four restraints and four key principles for leadership. You will discover that God delights to use humble, faithful, and child-like men and women to accomplish His purposes.