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Ultimate Outcomes is a non-profit organization founded on the fruit of the 30-plus years Pastor Richard Elwell and his wife Marty spent in church ministry, developing sermons and Bible studies that would help their congregants discern and apply God’s truth. Richard was a firm believer that the outcomes in our lives result from what ideas we believe and follow.
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Curious about who to trust for life’s big answers? Jesus the Good Shepherd can you discern His voice amidst a noisy world of competing solutions? Support the show
Are we listening to God? From the opening words of Genesis—“And God said”—we see that creation itself exists because God speaks. His Word is not only the first cause but the sustaining force of our lives. Support the show
Today we close our series An Ordinary Man: The Life and Writings of the Apostle Peter by looking at one of Jesus’ most certain yet most ignored promises: His return. Peter reminds us in 2 Peter 3:3–15 that scoffers will say, “Where is this coming he promised?” But history itself proves that God interrupts the ordinary with unexpected, world-changing events—the creation, the flood, the incarnation, the resurrection. The greatest of these “black swan” events will be the second coming of Christ:...
False teachers always tell us what we want to hear, but Christ tells us what we need to hear. In 2 Peter 2:17, we’re warned that false teachers are like springs without water—offering hope but leaving only emptiness, leading ultimately to “blackest darkness.” By contrast, Jesus speaks hard truths that cut to the heart: exposing sin, hypocrisy, and our need for a Savior. In this message, we see why running from Christ’s authority only leads to despair, while submitting to His authority brings ...
Christ’s majesty is revealed by God, not invented by man. Peter saw Jesus’ glory on the mountain, and the prophets spoke by the Spirit—not by human ideas. We can trust what Scripture says about Christ. Without Him, life is like walking in darkness. With Him, His light guides us until the day He returns in glory. Support the show
In 2 Peter 1:3–8, Peter makes one of the boldest claims in all of Scripture: God’s divine power has already given us everything we need for life and godliness—and it comes through our knowledge of Jesus Christ. In this message, we explore what it means to unlock that promise. Through knowing Christ, we are set free from the corruption of sin and become partakers of God’s own nature. With vivid illustrations from Israel’s wilderness journey, the design of DNA, and Christ’s words from the cross...
The spiritual battles we face are not meant to destroy us but to refine us. The enemy, like a roaring lion, seeks to devour us, but God uses these struggles to prepare us for His promises. The key is not to run or surrender, but to resist the devil by standing firm in the truth of God’s Word. When we hold fast to our faith, we not only protect ourselves from the lies and accusations of the enemy, but we also grow stronger in our relationship with Christ. Support the show
God will lift us up if we humble ourselves. With inspiring imagery and honest vulnerability, Richard reveals how God's grace transforms struggles into growth and how true greatness comes through humility. If you’ve ever felt like you’re battling impossible circumstances or grappling with the weight of your own pride, this episode will speak directly to you. Support the show
Should we avoid standing up for truth because of how others might react? Using powerful examples like Solzhenitsyn and Nelson Mandela, this message encourages us to rejoice in the honor of sharing in Christ’s suffering and to never be ashamed of our faith. Support the show
We should live or lives with the understanding that we will one day stand before God to give an account of our lives. The ultimate consequence of our choices is facing God's judgment, and while our sin leads to a failing grade in life, Christ's sacrifice enables us to stand clothed in His righteousness. This message calls believers to actively work against sin, to live intentionally for God's glory, and to rely on Christ's grace as the only path to being prepared for eternity. Support t...
Discover how simple, intentional choices—like controlling your speech and pursuing peace—can lead to a more fulfilling, joy-filled life. This sermon explores the power of God's favor and how aligning our actions with His will brings true, lasting happiness. Support the show
Explore the biblical foundation of marriage. Was it instituted by God to reflect His glory? Examine the cultural pressures contributing to the high failure rate of marriages. Using 1 Peter 3:1-7, discover how both husbands and wives are called to imitate Christ in their relationships, overcoming conflicts not by dominance but by reflecting Christ’s humility and love. Support the show
In a world that often repays evil with more evil, Scripture calls us to a higher way—one modeled by Christ Himself. Romans 12:17-21 challenges us to resist vengeance, while 1 Peter 2:18-25 reminds us that Jesus endured injustice without retaliation, entrusting Himself to the Father. In this sermon, we’ll explore how Peter, once quick to fight back, learned to embrace this truth and how we, too, can follow Christ’s example in responding to hardship with redemptive love. Support the show
In this message, we explore how each of us, like stones, are meant to be joined together as part of God’s household, with Jesus as our cornerstone. Our purpose and value come from being active parts of this spiritual community, rather than remaining in isolation. Through this, God shapes us, teaching us unity and preparing us for the ultimate joy of being part of His perfected, eternal kingdom. Support the show
This sermon explores the importance of pursuing pure, unaltered truth from God's Word, comparing it to the necessity of nourishing food for a child's growth. It highlights the dangers of compromised beliefs that weaken our faith and urges us to set aside destructive behaviors like envy, malice, and deceit. Discover how true fulfillment and strength come only from the "Bread of Life"—Jesus Christ—who alone satisfies our deepest spiritual hunger. Support the show
This sermon explores the deep connection between obedience, holiness, and love, unpacking how each one flows from a life transformed by God’s truth. Holiness isn’t about restriction but about shining outward with God’s love. What does it look like to plant the seeds of Christ’s love in our hearts? Shouldn't it help us to live lives that reflect His character. Support the show
We have a living hope that is actively transforming us even now, gradually shaping our souls through the work of the Holy Spirit. This hope will be fully realized in the future when we experience the fullness of our salvation in perfected bodies. As we fix our minds on this hope, we are empowered to live joyfully and steadfastly, undeterred by earthly setbacks, with our focus set on the eternal inheritance awaiting us in Christ. Support the show
This message wonderfully unpacks the concept of being "chosen" by God, exploring the idea that God’s election sets believers apart as "strangers in this world." It connects themes of grace, transformation, and pilgrimage with the theological richness of being God’s elect, rooted in 1 Peter 1:1-2. Support the show
Peter's "moment of discovery" occurred when he realized that God’s love and salvation were meant not only for Jews but for Gentiles as well. This revelation came through a vision from God, challenging Peter’s preconceived beliefs about what is "clean" and "unclean." Peter had been resistant to interacting with Gentiles, but through divine intervention — both his vision and Cornelius' visitation by an angel — he understood that God shows no favoritism and accepts all who seek Him, regardless o...
The first element of trustworthy testimony is the credibility of the witness, and the second is corroboration. This message explores the concept of a credible witness and how it applies to both the legal realm and the gospel. Just as a jury trusts a witness based on credibility and corroborating evidence, Christians are called to trust the testimony of Peter and the apostles because of the corroborating power of the Holy Spirit. Support the show
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