Sermons — Page 33

Matthew 21:33-46 presents the parable of the tenants and exposes how unforgiveness can grow into mistreating others. The sermon calls hearers to recognize the danger and forgive in Christ.

Philippians 4 frames partnership in the gospel for the greater progress of the gospel. The sermon celebrates fellowship with churches, pastors, missionaries, and gospel laborers for the work of Christ.

Matthew 11 and Galatians frame a testimony of conversion around the truth that rest is found in Christ alone. The message rejects added works as grounds for salvation and invites weary sinners to come to Christ.

Job 38 displays the greatness of God as Creator and His immense care for His creation. The sermon calls the church to worship the Father, Son, and Spirit as the great Creator in every part of life.

Job 42 displays the great God of restoration who uses trials for His purposes. The sermon reminds the church that what Satan intends to tear apart, the Father can use to bind His people together.

Church Unity

1 Timothy 3:8-13 begins the series on called and qualified men for the office of deacon. The sermon shows how deacon ministry emerges naturally as the church recognizes God's work in qualified servants.

1 Timothy 3 continues examining the qualifications for elders with both seriousness and grace. The sermon calls the church to hold the standard highly without becoming imbalanced or self-righteous.

Matthew 18:21-35 continues the parable of the unforgiving servant and the call to forgive freely. The sermon treats forgiveness as a vital matter for Christian obedience and church health.

1 Timothy 3 begins considering called and qualified men for the office of elder. The sermon calls the whole church to engage responsibly in recognizing qualified spiritual leaders.

Acts 6 presents Stephen as a servant whose life and death testified to worthy worship and faithful service. The sermon holds him up as a hero not only in martyrdom but in the way he lived.