2 Corinthians 4:1-12 What constitutes an authentic ministry? What are “the dynamics that mark a ministry as authentic”?[1] Paul has been answering that question since 2:14 and gives us the…
John 14:15-27 This whole passage is about the Spirit Jesus promises to send who will live with you and me. And this promised Holy Spirit will transform us into the…
1 Timothy 3:14-16 In this passage, the Apostle Paul highlights the church’s stability, it is “the pillar and foundation of the truth” (3:15), and he highlights the church’s success with…
Matthew 5:21-48 In this sermon, we look at Jesus's teachings on Divorce and Vows (or Oaths). Jesus is teaching a righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees.
We think that we are living in unprecedented times but when Jesus was born, those were unprecedented times. Jesus, the Word who is God, became flesh and dwelt among us.…
As we conclude this passage today, I want to highlight the contrast between what Satan tries to do and what God successfully does. Don’t get me wrong: this passage does…
The thrust of this passage is quite simply that we affirm that Jesus is coming. But first, before he comes, here a few things you need to know. The passage…
When the church faces such troubles, where should Christians focus their attention? How do you respond to trouble, whether it is trouble that others brings to you (some sort of…
This week, let’s look at three more characteristics of the genuine minister. Once again, there are truths here that apply to any calling, so let us all listen to the…