Sermons from September 2016
Submission in November | Romans 13:1-7
Every election the country splits in two, people picking sides, parties warring against each other, elections won, elections lost. It’s likely that candidates you disagree with will be elected to positions of authority over you, whether at a local or national level. Romans 13:1-7 gives us guidelines for how to live in these times. Should we keep fighting or is there some other solution? Listen to the sermon to find out.
A Foundation for November | 1 Peter 2:4-10
In 1 Peter 2:4-10, the early church leader Peter encourages the scattered early believers. These men and women were being rejected by society at large. Peter doesn’t tell them to reclaim society, but to come to Christ, focusing on building his kingdom. We are not to align ourselves with the world’s powers, but heaven’s powers. This seems irrational to many but Jesus’ way will always prove true. Align yourself with Christ the Cornerstone. #NoFearNovember Links: – Pew Research Study – Map…
No Fear November | Philippians 4:6-8
It seems like everyone is afraid this election year. In Philippians 4:6-8, an early Christian named Paul tells us we don’t have to be afraid of anything. The ruler in his time was an emperor named Nero who over the course of his reign murdered lots of people, but Paul was not afraid. Fear leads to two responses: 1) flight or 2) fight, neither of which is loving our neighbor as God intends. If you have a relationship with God,…
Grace: Givers & Receivers | Genesis 50:15-21
In the short exchange between Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 50:15-21 we get a glimpse into the hearts of both a GIVER and RECEIVER of GRACE. Today we will try to look at GRACE through the “eyes” of Joseph – one who gives grace and forgiveness to sinners. We will also look at GRACE through the “eyes” of Joseph’s brothers, sinners in need of receiving grace and forgiveness. What is Grace? Simply put, it is God’s free and unmerited favor…