Ultimate Outcomes
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.
Episodes
248 episodes
An Ordinary Man: #22 Tasting Him
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...
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Season 19
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Episode 22
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40:53
An Ordinary Man: #21 Imperishable Seed
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 ...
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Season 19
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Episode 21
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43:55
An Ordinary Man: #20 A Living Hope in A Dying World
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 bodie...
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Season 19
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Episode 20
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44:45
An Ordinary Man: #19 Strangers in the World
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 ri...
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Season 19
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Episode 19
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36:27
An Ordinary Man: #18 No Respecter of Persons
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 ...
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Season 19
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Episode 18
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42:34
An Ordinary Man: #17 Civil Disobedience
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 tru...
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Season 19
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Episode 17
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31:07
An Ordinary Man: #16 Civil Disobedience
We tend to obey those we fear displeasing, whether it's civil authorities, peers, or God. For Peter and John, obeying God took precedence over obeying civil authority. Is it ever right to be disobedient? Civil disobedience, when done in obedien...
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Season 19
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Episode 16
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32:34
An Ordinary Man: #15 The Rejected Stone
The religious leaders rejected Jesus as Lord despite overwhelming evidence of His truth, likening their rejection to a refusal to relinquish their own control and authority. Peter boldly declares that Jesus, the stone the builders rejected, is ...
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Season 19
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Episode 15
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38:31
An Ordinary Man: #14 Taking A Stand
Peter boldly addresses a hostile crowd at Pentecost, explaining the supernatural events by pointing to Scripture and declaring that the Jesus they crucified had been made Lord and Christ. His message, filled with courage from the Holy Spirit, c...
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Season 19
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Episode 14
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37:00
An Ordinary Man: #13 It's The Lord
We can overlook Jesus' presence in our everyday lives, even in the most familiar or mundane situations. Today's message draws a powerful parallel between Peter’s initial failure to recognize Jesus on the shore and our own tendencies to miss Chr...
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Season 19
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Episode 13
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38:40
An Ordinary Man: #12 Where is He?
Our sense of wonder profoundly shapes our decisions, actions, and the direction we take in life. This sermon explores Peter's encounter at the empty tomb, where his wonder about Jesus’ whereabouts compelled him to seek answers. It invites liste...
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Season 19
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Episode 12
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31:48
An Ordinary Man: #11 The Importance of Shame
Pain, shame, and regret, though difficult, are essential tools in our spiritual growth, serving as catalysts for transformation. By embracing these experiences, as Peter did after his denial of Christ, we open ourselves to God's grace, al...
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Season 19
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Episode 11
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36:00
An Ordinary Man: #10 I Have not Lost One
Are you seeking victory in life's battles? Discover the surprising truth about how surrender, not strength, leads to triumph in our spiritual journey. Join us as we explore the powerful example of Jesus, the lessons from Peter's impulsiveness, ...
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Season 19
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Episode 10
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29:41
An Ordinary Man: #9: You Will Be Blessed
This message highlights that true happiness and blessing come from selfless acts of service and humility, as demonstrated by Jesus Christ. By choosing to serve others out of love and not obligation, we can transform our hearts and experience ge...
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Season 19
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Episode 9
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39:39
An Ordinary Man: #8 To Whom Shall We Go?
In this sermon, Richard explores true devotion to Jesus Christ, especially when faced with societal rejection and personal challenges. He questions whether people would still follow Jesus if he had preached his New Testament teachings without p...
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Season 19
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Episode 8
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38:23
An Ordinary Man: #7 Shouldn't You Have Had Mercy?
Why should the things that matter to God matter to us? It's clear that aligning our values with God's is crucial. If we truly understand and appreciate the mercy and forgiveness we've received from God, it should naturally influence us to exten...
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Season 19
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Episode 7
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37:01
An Ordinary Man: #6 Glory Clothed in Humility
In this sermon, the theme focuses on the humility of Christ, particularly examining Matthew 17:24-27, where Jesus chooses to pay the temple tax despite being exempt. The message encourages believers to reflect on Jesus' humility and willingness...
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Season 19
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Episode 6
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24:48
An Ordinary Man: #5 Jesus' True Colors
Today's sermon reflects on the transfiguration of Christ, emphasizing His unique nature as the self-generating source of light, unlike anything in creation which only reflects light. It explores the profound revelation of Jesus' divine nature t...
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Season 19
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Episode 5
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34:48
An Ordinary Man: #4 Revealed Truth
Today's sermon urges believers to submit to all revealed truths about Jesus, embracing them fully, regardless of personal inclinations. Richard challenges us to reflect on our openness to divine revelation and to consider the implications of re...
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Season 19
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Episode 4
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33:27
An Ordinary Man: #3 Are You Still So Dull?
Using the example of Peter and his interactions with Jesus, particularly in Matthew 15:10-20, the sermon emphasizes that understanding the true nature of human behavior requires recognizing that it is what comes from within us—our thoughts, int...
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Season 19
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Episode 3
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36:51
An Ordinary Man: #2 Walk on Top of the Sea
Today's sermon explores the significant impact of the presence or absence of others, particularly good people, on our lives. It emphasizes how much we are influenced by others in terms of our behavior, ideas, and overall life. Richard then conn...
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Season 19
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Episode 2
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35:23
An Ordinary Man: #1 They Were astonished
Today's sermon encourages self-reflection on personal growth and change, emphasizing the transformative impact Jesus had on the Apostle Peter, turning him from an impulsive man into a courageous leader. It introduces a series explor...
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Season 19
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Episode 1
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34:00
Without Israel #9: Has God Rejected His People?
This Sermon discusses how Israel's rejection of Jesus facilitated Gentile inclusion in the divine plan, emphasizing the irrevocable nature of God's calling and the rootedness of Christianity in Judaism. It anticipates a future reconciliation wh...
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Season 18
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Episode 9
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47:38
Without Israel #8: A Better Tomorrow
Israel blessed the world with visionaries, looking for a better tomorrow. This message emphasizes the unwavering faith and endurance of biblical figures like Abraham and Moses, who remained steadfast in pursuit of God's promises despite facing ...
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Season 18
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Episode 8
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51:36
Without Israel #7: The Arm of the Lord
We explore the profound theological concepts of God's pleasure in sacrificing his son and Jesus' satisfaction in his own suffering as depicted in Isaiah 53. Lets think through the idea that God foresaw the ultimate outcome of Jesus' sacri...
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Season 18
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Episode 7
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36:33
