Ephrata UZ
By Ephrata United Zion Church
Ephrata UZFeb 13, 2024
The Triumphal Entry
Jesus’s entry into the Holy City express His manifestation as King Messiah and His build His kingdom in a humble way, showing us the character of Chris.
Defend the Truth
Pastor Bruce Ginther finishes his series in I Timothy with a sermon on defending the truth.
Paul's Instructions Part - 3
Pastor Bruce Ginther continues his series in I Timothy by providing ways we can interact with and care for our church family across generations.
Paul's Instructions - Part 2
Pastor Bruce Ginther continues his series in I Timothy with the second part of Paul's instructions.
The Church Structure
Pastor Bruce Ginther continues his series in I Timothy with the requirements for church leadership and deacons.
Ministry of Reconciliation
Bishop Charles Brown speaks the importance of the Ministry of Reconciliation.
Paul's Instructions - Part 1
Pastor Bruce Ginther highlights the 3 main directives that Paul gives to Timothy in 1 Timothy, Chapter 2.
Series: Book of First Timothy
False Teaching
Pastor Bruce begins our study of I Timothy with what scripture teaches us about false teachings.
Introduction to Ephesus
Pastor Bruce talks about how, as a local church, we must answer questions such as how we can be the most effective workers for the kingdom of God and how we as a group can become more like the bride of Christ.
Series: Book of First Timothy
Embrace God's Heart for Life
Lisa Hosler from Align Life Ministries shares about their ministry, its impact, and how they are being a blessings to many.
JESUS: The Greatest Gift
Every time Christmas approaches there are many things happening all over the world. Children rejoice, they count the days to open their presents, they get excited and at the same time it makes us adults happy. Is the same for those who believe, Jesus is our greatest gift!
The Gift of Pastor and Teacher
Do you have the ability to shepherd and educate others? Pastor Mel Horst shares more ways that believers can help the church as we continue our series.
The Gifts of Miracles and Healing
Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther tells us about people who can do the unexplainable as we continue our Spiritual Gifts series.
The Gift Of Leadership
What makes a good leader? Pastor Mel Horst demonstrates the qualities of this gift as we continue our Spiritual Gifts series.
The Gift Of Prophecy
Equipping Pastor Micky Gonzalez speaks to share with the church that prophecy is in the heart of God and has been an important instrument with which God has communicated with his people.
The Gift Of Faith
Pastor Mel Horst tells us about people who had an extraordinary power to believe, from Biblical times onward.
Exhortation, Helps, and Giving
Do you like to inspire others into action? Pastor of Children & Youth Scott Weaver explains this gift, along with two others, as we continue our Spiritual Gifts series.
The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts
Where do you belong in the church? Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther introduces a new sermon series about spiritual gifts so we can find out more about where God wants us to be.
DISCOVERING YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS SERIES.
He's Still Working On Me
Guest Speaker Jeff Martin shares a message for Grandparents' Day about how God is continually developing us.
Working or Wrecking
Pastor Mel Horst discusses the importance of work during his Labor Day weekend message.
Our Rol In The Next Generation
Kurtis Zimmerman from TNT Youth Ministries tells us how we can impact today's youth.
What Will You Do?
Pastor Mel Horst shows us how and why to trust God to show us the way forward.
Justified By Faith
Bishop Brown shows us how people in the Bible had confidence and peace in God in the midst of storms.
The Blessed Hope
Pastor Mel Horst gives us a glimpse of the future and shows us how we should live as we await Christ’s return.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/the-blessed-hope/
I Kiss Your Feet; I Pour Out My Heart
Equipping Pastor Micky Gonzalez shows us how people worshipped in the Bible, sometimes in unconventional ways.
One of the Pharisees asked Jesus to have dinner with him, so Jesus went to his home and sat down to eat. When a certain immoral woman from that city heard he was eating there, she brought a beautiful alabaster jar filled with expensive perfume. Then she knelt behind him at his feet, weeping. Her tears fell on his feet, and she wiped them off with her hair. Then she kept kissing his feet and putting perfume on them.
Luke 7: 36-38
Freedom
Does freedom mean that we can do whatever we want all the time? Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther show us how God has given us everything we need to be free, if only we follow the structures He’s put in place.
Times of Refreshing
Pastor Mel Horst encourages us to take time to recharge ourselves so that we can continue our journey with renewed strength.
Father's Day - Service
Guest speaker Daniel Ritchie shares a message with us on Father’s Day. Second part in Church's Service.
Father's Day - Sunday School
Guest speaker Daniel Ritchie shares a message with us on Father’s Day. First part in Sunday School.
The Church is Born
Pastor Mel Horst shows us the importance of Pentecost, the time when God sent the Holy Spirit to all of us.
Will We Remember?
Pastor Mel Horst encourages us to remember God and all that He has done for us, both on Memorial Day weekend and all year long.
Why Wouldn’t I Want to Go Fast?
Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther shows us the importance of fasting and prayer in our lives. Verses: Daniel 10:1-11:1 NLT Daniel 9:1-3 NLT Esther 9:31 NLT Ezra 8:21-24 NLT Acts 13:1-3 NLT Judges 20 NLT Matthew 5:1-11 NLT 1 Kings 21:20-29 NLT Mark 9:14-20 NLT Isaiah 53:3-11 NLT Zechariah 7:5-7 NLT Joel 2:12-14 NLT
Church Membership
Pastor Mel Horst discusses why it’s important to be connected to a local church.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/church-membership/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
A Mother’s Testimony
Guest speaker Valerie Stoltzfus shares how God has worked through her life, despite severe and chronic health challenges.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/a-mothers-testimony/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
For Such A Time As This
Pastor of Children and Youth Scott Weaver encourages us to use the situations that God has put us in to take a stand for what is right.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/for-such-a-time-as-this/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
Drilling For Life: “Giving Life One Well at a Time”
Ron Weaver of Drilling For Life shares what God has done in his life through his work providing clean water for people in Africa.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/drilling-for-life-giving-life-one-well-at-a-time/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
He is Risen!
How do we know that Jesus actually rose from the dead? Pastor Mel Horst offers us proof of the resurrection story in his Easter Sunday message.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/he-is-risen/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
The King is Coming!
Pastor Mel Horst demonstrates how the events of the last week of Jesus’ life line up with the prophecies of old during his Palm Sunday message.
Sermon on Website: https://ephratauz.org/sermon/the-king-is-coming/
Church Website: Ephratauz.org
The Death of Jesus
Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther and Pastor Mel Horst demonstrate the servant heart of Jesus and how we commemorate His death (and later resurrection) today.
Housecleaning
Are there dust bunnies in your soul? Pastor Mel Horst shows us how to give ourselves a spiritual housecleaning ahead of next week’s Communion service.
Hindrances to Prayers
Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther identifies things that can keep us from having an effective prayer life.
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How To Operate in the Spiritual Realm
Equipping Pastor Micky Gonzalez shows us how to petition the Heavenly court when the enemy has stolen from us. And how to operate in the Spiritual Realm.
Verses: Hebrews 13:8 NLT 2 Kings 2:9-12 NLT 2 Kings 6:17 NLT 2 Kings 6:15-16 NLT Hebrews 12:24 NLT Luke 11:2 NLT Luke 11:5-6 NLT Luke 18:1-4,6-8 NLT 1 Peter 5:8 NLT Job 1:7 NLT Revelation 12:10-12 NLT Job 1:12 NLT John 10:10 NLT 1 John 3:8 NLT Exodus 22:1 NLT Exodus 22:4 NLT Proverbs 6:30-31 NLT
Prayer and Relationship with God
Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther shows us the benefits of prayer for both ourselves and others. Verses: Exodus 30:1-10 NLT Ephesians 3:12 NLT Hebrews 4:16 NLT Psalm 141:2 NLT Revelation 5:6-8 NLT Philippians 4:6-7 NLT John 4:23 NLT Ephesians 3:16-17 NLT Colossians 1:27 NLT 1 John 4:16 NLT Revelation 8:1-6 NLT James 4:2-3 NLT Matthew 6:5-7 NLT
Loving One Another
Pastor Mel Horst shows us how to demonstrate respect for others, especially those among us who are older. Verses: 1 Timothy 5:1-4 NLT Exodus 21:15,17 NLT Leviticus 19:32 NLT 2 Timothy 3:1-4 NLT Proverbs 16:31 NLT 1 Peter 2:13-14 NLT Malachi 1:6 NLT 1 John 4:21 NLT 1 John 4:16 NLT 1 John 3:18 NLT Romans 13:9 NLT 1 Timothy 4:12 NLT 2 Timothy 1:7-8 NLT 1 Timothy 4:6 NLT 1 Timothy 5:20 NLT 1 Timothy 6:10-11 NKJV Luke 6:31 NLT Ephesians 4:15 NLT James 2:2-4 NLT 1 Kings 2:19 NLT 1 John 5:13 NLT
Love In The Home
As God is, God Does
Pastor Mel Horst begins a 3-part series about love by showing us how God’s pattern of love allows us to love others in our lives. Verses: Genesis 1:1-2:4 NLT John 1:1-4 NLT Matthew 22:36-40 NLT Proverbs 12:10 NLT Revelation 11:18 NKJV Ephesians 4:32 NLT Matthew 6:26 NLT 1 Corinthians 14:33, 40 NLT 1 John 4:8 NLT Galatians 5:12 NLT John 5:19 NLT
Combating The Enemy
Guest speaker Jared Showalter shows us who our real enemy is and how to fight against it. Verses: Hebrews 13:4 NKJV Ephesians 6:10-12 NKJV 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 NKJV
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Winning Your Battles
Defensive and offensive tools aren’t just for football. Pastor Mel Horst gives us 7 pieces of armor that we can use to be confident and bold in our faith.
God Wants to Do Something New
How do we react when things change all around us? Assistant Pastor Bruce Ginther shows us how to look for what God is going to do this year.
Facing the Future by Remembering
Pastor Mel Horst encourages us to use what we have learned from the past to plan for the year to come.