Sermons from October 2021
Upsidedown Kingdom
Isaiah 52:13 – 53:6 See, my servant will act wisely; he will be raised and lifted up and highly exalted. Just as there were many who were appalled at him— his appearance was so disfigured beyond that of any human being and his form marred beyond human likeness— so he will sprinkle many nations, and kings will shut their mouths because of him. For…
Pastors & Pastoring
We need pastors. John 21:15-17 – When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.”…
The Christian’s Circle of Concern
Believers take care of their own 1 Timothy 5:3-15 – Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God. The widow who is really in…
“Well That’s Compelling!” (Thoughts on Spiritual Gifting)
Your Spiritual gift is found in how the Holy Spirit compels you. Ephesians 4: 7-13 – But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore it says, “When He ascended on high, He led captive the captives, and He gave gifts to people.” (Now this expression,…
But that conversation is too scary!
There are zero good reasons not to reconcile with a brother… immediately. Ephesians 4:3 – “being diligent to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” Matthew 5:23-24 -“Therefore, if you are presenting your offering at the altar, and there you remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there…