Sermons from May 2015
Unity in the Cross
In this text, Paul begins to address divisions in the church at Corinth. We learn the nature of unity and the basis of unity from this text. As Christians we must keep the main thing the main thing. It is the gospel that will unity and keep us moving forward together. Consider the following: 1. I think everyone would agree that unity is a good thing. Do you contribute to unity in the church? Do you see that minimizing truth…
Always Thankful
This passage reminds us to be thankful for salvation and grace have been lavished upon us in Christ. Our salvation is secure because of the faithfulness of our God. It’s surprising how ungratefulness exposes pride and selfishness. The Corinthian church boasted about their abilities yet we as creatures can only boast in our Creator. As we look at 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 we see that God deserves thanks. Thanks for saving us, thanks for gifting us, thanks for keeping us until…
Whose Church Is it Anyway?
Where would you begin to address a church as troubled as the Corinthian church? They were in many ways behaving just as sinfully, if not more so, than the world. In this letter, Paul begins by reminding them and us of his divine call and his divine authority to speak and write the very words of God. Secondly, God reminds the church at Corinth that they are his church, sanctified by himself and are called to be holy, showing the…
The Beauty and Joy of Motherhood
Motherhood is increasingly under attack today in our western culture. As a result, it can seem that there is no beauty or joy in motherhood. As we look at the life of Timothy, we see that mother’s can leave an important legacy in the lives of their children if they teach the Scriptures and model a sincere faith.
Our Joy in Suffering
Concluding the series on God, Suffering, and Evil, this sermon looks at how we can cope with suffering as Christians. Not only can we endure suffering by the grace of God but we can rejoice in suffering since suffering: (1) deepens our faith and holiness; (2) causes us to rely on God; (3) weans us from the world so our hope is set on God alone; and (4) prepares us for the eternal weight of glory. Considering suffering and it’s…