A Community of Faith, A Lighthouse for Christ
This week’s passage in Galatians digs into the marvelous promises of God, first made to Abraham, promises which only come to those who put their faith in Jesus Christ. What are these promises? god’s forgiveness today, His power every day, and His presence forever! Scripture Reference Galatians 3: 15-22 Complementary Passage: Genesis 12: 1-9 Sermon … Read more
Our ongoing exploration of God’s Good News for Everyone turns to the details of how we gained our freedom from slavery to sin, guilt, shame, and death, the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on the Cross. It’s our redemption by Christ that frees us from the curse of having to try and save ourselves, and … Read more
We’re back in our journey through Galatians, as Paul reminds the confused Galatian church that we aren’t made right with God by hard work, following rules, or performing rituals, we’re made right through faith in Christ, because of His sacrifice on the cross. This good news isn’t just for a select few, but this good … Read more
Although thematically linked to our Galatians series, we are taking a pause to reflect on one of the most incredible gifts of grace we receive though we don’t deserve it – that God invites us to give to support the work of His Kingdom. Scripture Reference 2 Corinthians 8: 1-9 Sermon Audio Sermon Notes God’s … Read more
This week we come to one of the most wonderful verses in the entire letter to the Galatians, in which we celebrate the glorious truth that Jesus Christ lives within all who have put their faith in Him. We are transformed, our past no longer defines who we are, rather we are defined by the … Read more
Some people think the Bible is like an Ikea® instruction manual. How is that? Pastor Philip talks about that in today’s sermon. Scripture Reference Galatians 2: 15-16 Sermon Audio Sermon Notes (Transcript) I love Ikea®. I love everything about the store from their Swedish meatballs, to their funky lights, to their $1 frozen yogurt. Not … Read more
We continue our series in Galatians, and look at an episode when Paul was forced to confront Peter for succumbing to fear and pressure within the church that led to a compromise of the gospel. Scripture Reference Galatians 2: 11-14 Sermon Audio Sermon Notes We Must Confront Any Church Culture Undermining Church Mission Conflict in … Read more
Paul’s defense of gospel proceeds as he describes a second visit to the leadership of the Jerusalem church, a visit in which the gospel was wholeheartedly endorsed, but where “false brothers” tried to sneak in and strip away the freedom we enjoy in Christ by undermining the truth of this Good News that sets us … Read more
We resume our journey through Galatians as Paul reveals fascinating details from his past and the way God’s good news of grace through faith in Jesus Christ radically redefined Paul’s past life for God’s ultimate glory. Scripture Reference Galatians 1: 10-24 Sermon Audio Sermon Notes God’s Grace Redefines Our Past for God’s Glory God’s Grace … Read more
We continue our journey through Paul’s letter to the Galatians, as Paul gets to the heart of the issue at hand – that less than two years after planting these churches, they are deserting God by exchanging the true gospel of grace through faith in Jesus Christ for a false gospel built on works of … Read more