St Stephen Evangelical Church

Discover the profound security of your salvation in this powerful message, "Sealed by God." Have you ever wondered if your future with God is truly secure? In this sermon, we dive deep into the ultimate insurance policy of the believer: the seal of the Holy Spirit.

By examining God’s unchangeable promises across Scripture, we uncover the true meaning of spiritual ownership and eternal security. You will learn how the Holy Spirit acts as God's official stamp on your life, guaranteeing your inheritance and confirming that you belong to Him forever.

This message exposes the enemy's lies of rejection and replaces them with the rock-solid truth of your permanent identity in Christ. If you are battling doubt, fear, or insecurity about your faith, this teaching will anchor your soul. Watch to renew your mind, strengthen your faith, and walk in the absolute confidence of being chosen, marked, and fiercely protected by your Heavenly Father.

Scriptures covered in this message:

• 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 – Established and sealed by God
• Ephesians 1:13-14 – The Holy Spirit as our guarantee
• Ephesians 4:30 – Sealed for the day of redemption
• John 10:28 – Safe in the Savior's hand
• Galatians 4:6 & Romans 8:16 – The Spirit bearing witness to our adoption
• 1 Corinthians 3:16 & 6:19 – Your body as the temple of the Living God

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Are you tired of feeling weighed down by past mistakes, guilt, and the constant struggle to feel "good enough"? In this powerful message, Pastor Robbie Ballentine unpacks the radical truth of what it means to be completely set free through Jesus Christ.

Religion often tells us to work harder, but the Gospel declares that the work is already finished. Diving deep into scripture, Pastor Robbie explores how God has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of His Son. You will discover that your healing was paid for at the cross, your past has been wiped clean, and there is now absolutely zero condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

If you are ready to break free from cycles of shame and step into the abundant, victorious life God planned for you, this sermon is for you. True freedom isn't a future hope—it is your current reality right here in St. Stephen, SC, and beyond.

Scriptures Covered in This Message:

• Isaiah 53:5 – Wounded for our transgressions; healed by His stripes.
• Acts 10:39-43 – Forgiveness of sins preached through His name.
• Colossians 1:13-14 – Rescued from darkness and redeemed.
• Hebrews 10:11-17 – The perfect, once-and-for-all sacrifice for sins.
• 1 John 2:1-2 & 11-12 – Jesus our advocate; sins forgiven for His name's sake.
• Romans 6:22 – Set free from sin to become servants of God.
• Romans 8:1 – There is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus.

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Are you ready for the transformation God has for you?

 

In this powerful message, "Change Required," Pastor Robbie Ballentine delivers a life-changing word on what it truly means to step into your new identity in Christ and allow the Word of God to reshape your life.

 

Many of us get trapped in old habits, toxic thought patterns, and the weight of past mistakes. But God’s Word demands and empowers true change. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:14-17, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16, James 1:19-25, and Ephesians 4:17-24, Pastor Robbie explores the living power of scripture and the daily choice to put on our "new self."

 

What you will discover in this video:

• How Christ's love compels us to live for Him rather than ourselves.
• Why the Bible is a living tool designed to sharpen, correct, and change our hearts.
• The critical difference between just hearing the Word and actually doing what it says.
• Practical steps to break free from old ways of thinking and embrace a renewed mind.

God is not looking for a slightly better version of your old self. He wants to make you entirely new, but it requires a shift in how we live. Watch this message today and learn how to align your life with His truth.

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What happens after the miracle? In this powerful message, "Mentality of the Healed," special guest speaker Pastor Scott Hunter from Compassion, Fire and Glory Ministries dives deep into the crucial transition from receiving healing to living healed. Too often, we pray for a change in our circumstances without shifting our perspective. God wants to transform your mind just as much as He wants to restore your situation.

Through the lens of scripture, Pastor Scott breaks down the vital difference between a victim mentality and a victor mentality. You will discover how to break free from old habits, reject the identity of your past pain, and boldly walk in the newness of life that Jesus provides.

Scriptures Covered:

• John 5:1-9 – Jesus heals the man at the pool of Bethesda and challenges him to pick up his bed.
• John 5:10-14 – Walking out the healing despite criticism and Jesus’ charge to "sin no more."
• Mark 5:25-34 – The woman with the issue of blood who shifted her mindset to touch the hem of His garment.
• Mark 10:46-52 – Blind Bartimaeus throwing off his old beggar’s cloak before he could even see.

If you are ready to stop identifying with your brokenness and start walking in your divine breakthrough, this sermon is for you. Watch, get comfortable, and get ready for a mind shift.

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Are you ready to move from the sidelines into the game? Join Pastor Robbie Ballentine at St. Stephen Evangelical Church for a powerful, activation-focused message: "On-the-Job Training."

 

In this sermon, Pastor Robbie challenges us to rethink our weekly church routine. Church isn't a classroom where we just gather information—it is the locker room where we get equipped to head out into the field. If you have been waiting to feel "perfectly ready" before sharing your faith or serving others, this message is your sign to step out in faith today.

 

Pastor Robbie walks us through the ultimate scriptural blueprint for spiritual deployment:

• Ephesians 4:11-14: The true role of church leadership—equipping you to do the work of ministry.
• Luke 6:40: The ultimate goal of the Christian life—becoming fully trained just like our Master.
• Matthew 28:18-20 & Mark 16:15: Taking ownership of the Great Commission in our neighborhoods and workplaces.
• Matthew 5:14, 16: How to stop hiding your faith and start letting your light shine in St. Stephen and beyond.
• John 8:21-32: Finding absolute freedom by abiding in the truth of God's Word.

You are not just a member of a congregation; you are an apprentice of Jesus Christ. Watch this video to uncover your marching orders and activate your calling!

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Have you ever noticed how quickly we demand justice when someone hurts us, yet we beg for grace when we make a mistake? It is easy to hold others to a perfect standard while expecting endless mercy for ourselves. In this powerful message, we dive deep into what happens when we flip the scale and look at the radical, unconventional way God calls us to love.

Through the lens of Scripture, we uncover the danger of harboring bitterness and the liberating freedom that comes from extending the same grace we have been freely given. If you have been struggling to forgive, feeling weighed down by resentment, or trying to navigate difficult relationships, this sermon is for you. God’s grace is not just a gift for us to keep—it is a lifeline we are called to pass on.

Scriptures Covered:

• Romans 12:9-21: Overcoming evil with good and living peaceably.
• Matthew 18:21-35: The parable of the unmerciful servant.
• Ephesians 4:17 & 5:1: Walking in a new way and imitating God.
• 1 Peter 4:8: Loving deeply because love covers a multitude of sins.
• Hebrews 12:15: Guarding against the poisonous root of bitterness.

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Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues our series on the supernatural personality of God—power, peace, and purpose—as we journey deeper into the scriptures to uncover the profound weight of Jesus' miracles.

In this Part 4, we continue looking at how Jesus routinely stepped into impossible, everyday human situations to reveal the kingdom of God. The miracles of Jesus aren't just isolated historical moments; they are a continuous revelation of the Father’s heart and an open invitation for us today. You’ll be reminded that the Holy Spirit doesn’t just comfort you in your lack or sickness—He actively confronts limitations, re-trains your perspective on what is possible, and strengthens your inner man to look past physical boundaries. As we dive into more accounts of supernatural breakthrough in the Bible, you’ll learn how to break out of spiritual fatigue and anchor your daily life in the unshakeable authority of Christ.

This message will stretch your faith to expect God’s supernatural power to move in your life right now. You’ll be challenged to pray with fresh audacity and believe without reservation, because the timeline of God's power didn't end in the New Testament—Jesus is inviting you to experience that same supernatural personality today.

In this message, you’ll be encouraged to:

• Deepen your understanding of Scripture by seeing the consistent pattern of God's supernatural identity.
• Overcome spiritual fatigue and shift from a mindset of lack to an expectation of divine provision.
• Guard your inner peace by anchoring your mind to the proven track record of Jesus.
• Actively look for miracle moments where God wants to break into your current struggles.
• Pray with fresh authority, knowing the same power that raised the dead is at work in you.

If you’re ready to build an unshakeable faith and see God move in greater ways—this Part 4 is for you. Like, share, and subscribe, and let the supernatural power, peace, and purpose of God transform your week!

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues our series on the supernatural personality of God—power, peace, and purpose—with a powerful look at the miracles of Jesus and how they reveal God’s heart in real life.

In this Part 3, we move from the concept of God's character to the real-world demonstration of His authority. The miracles of Jesus weren't just historic events; they are blueprints for how the Holy Spirit wants to break into your circumstances today. You’ll be reminded that God’s Spirit doesn’t just comfort you in a crisis—He confronts the impossible, rewrites your expectations, and empowers your faith so you can stand firm against doubt. As you look at how Jesus healed the broken and calmed the storms, you'll learn how to shift from an attitude of survival to a life of expectation anchored in His presence.

This teaching will deepen your expectation that God’s supernatural power is meant to be active in your life today—not just discussed as a Sunday topic. You’ll be challenged to pray and believe with bold confidence, because every miracle Jesus performed shows you the willing heart of the Father and the kind of supernatural life you’re invited to live.

In this message, you’ll be encouraged to:

• Recognize the purpose behind the power and see Jesus' miracles as an invitation for today.
• Live miracle-minded, not problem-focused, shifting your perspective from your obstacles to His authority.
• Anchor your peace in His presence during life's biggest storms, knowing He rules over them.
• Expect God’s supernatural power to actively touch and transform your real-world situations.
• Approach God with bold, confident prayer, knowing the same Jesus who healed then is moving now.

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues the message on the supernatural personality of God—power, peace, and purpose—and how it shows up in real life when you choose to know God the way Jesus revealed Him.

 

In this Part 2, you’ll be reminded that God’s Spirit doesn’t only comfort you—He confronts fear, re-trains your thinking, and strengthens your inner man so your walk becomes consistent with what God says. As you grow in understanding, you’ll learn how to shift from surviving by emotion to living with faith that’s anchored in God’s presence.

 

This teaching also deepens your expectation that God’s power is meant to be experienced—not just discussed. You’ll be challenged to pray and believe with confidence, because Jesus has already shown you the heart of the Father and the kind of life you’re invited to live.

In this message, you’ll walk away encouraged to:

• Recognize fear’s patterns and respond with God’s truth
• Live Spirit-led, not fear-driven
• Strengthen your inner person so your faith stays steady
• Expect God’s supernatural power to touch real situations
• Know God personally and grow in confident prayer

If you’re ready to go deeper and live closer—this Part 2 is for you. Like, share, and subscribe, and let God’s power, peace, and purpose strengthen your life.

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares a powerful sermon on what it means to know God not only as a Savior, but as a living Person with a supernatural personality—powerful, purposeful, and personal. In this sermon, we’ll walk through Romans 8:5–11 to see how the Spirit transforms our thinking and our inner life, replacing fear-driven living with Spirit-led life. We’ll then open Acts 1:8 and John 14:9–14 to understand that Jesus didn’t just teach God’s ways—He revealed God’s nature—so you can know the Father and live in His presence.

You’ll also be strengthened from 2 Timothy 1:7 as we confront fear, reminding you that God’s Spirit is not timid but empowered for bold faith. From Ephesians 3:16 we’ll learn how God reinforces you inwardly with supernatural strength. And from Acts 3:1–8, Acts 5:15–16, we’ll see God’s power move beyond theory into real-world results: healing, deliverance, and divine visitation.

This message will help you:

• Understand how the Spirit changes your mindset and daily walk (Romans 8:5–11)
• Live in the power promised for witness and daily courage (Acts 1:8)
• Know God personally through Jesus—and pray boldly (John 14:9–14)
• Reject fear and embrace God’s power, love, and sound-mindedness (2 Timothy 1:7)
• Receive inward strengthening so your faith holds steady (Ephesians 3:16)
• Expect God’s supernatural power to touch real lives today (Acts 3:1–8; Acts 5:15–16)

If you’ve been longing for God to feel close, move powerfully, and transform you from the inside out—this sermon is for you. Like, share, and subscribe, and let God’s supernatural personality renew your hope and boldness.