Sermons on Spiritual Growth
Prayer for Spiritual Strength
Ephesians 3:14-16 Paul prays for believers to be spiritually strengthened, recognizing that knowledge alone is insufficient for Christian growth and that divine enablement is essential for living worthy of our calling in Christ. Pastor Rod Bunton introduces us to this prayer and tells us that it serves as a hinge between the doctrinal first half of Ephesians (about our calling) and the practical second half (about our conduct).
Wisdom for a New Year
Proverbs 30:1-6 The author of Proverbs 30 held a high regard for God and His word, and he also presented an accurate portrayal of humanity. Pastor Doug Link explores the initial part of this proverb, demonstrating how it offers the path to wisdom that we need as we embark on a new year.
The Work of Illumination
Ephesians 1:17-18 In this passage, Paul expresses his continuous prayers for his readers and then shares specific requests he has made for them. Pastor Rod Bunton elaborates on two of these requests: first, that despite having the revelation in God’s word, we require divine illumination to comprehend and love it, and secondly, that we would come to know God fully.
I Do Not Cease to Give Thanks for You
Ephesians 1:15-16 After presenting a profound doctrinal explanation of Christian salvation, Paul expresses his sincere prayers for his readers. Pastor Rod Bunton highlights Paul’s gratitude to God for the Ephesian church’s remarkable display of two crucial attributes: unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus and an unwavering love for fellow believers.
The Obedience of Christ
Pastor Doug Link explains what Christ’s obedience looks like and what it means to Christians.
Cause Me to Walk in the Path of Your Commandments
Psalm 119:33-40 In a message appropriate to set the tone of our prayers for the new year, Pastor Ben Khazraee reflects on a stanza from Psalm 119 that expresses a desire to walk in the way that God shows us.
How and Why We Disciple One Another
Ephesians 4:12-16 Pastor Ben Khazraee concludes a two-part series on discipleship, answering two more questions: “Why should we disciple one another?” and “How do we do it?”
What is Discipling and Who Does It?
Matthew 28:18-20 Pastor Ben Khazraee begins a two-part series on discipleship, answering two fundamental questions: “What does discipling look like?” and “Is it just for pastors, teachers, and missionaries?”
A Transformed Heart
1 Peter 1:22-25 Peter addresses the condition our hearts before and after we are saved. Pastor Rod Bunton draws from many supporting scriptures to expound on how we show obedience to God by loving one another.
Collection for the Saints
1 Corinthians 16:1-4 As Paul begins to close his letter to the Corinthian church, he instructs them regarding the collection of funds for the poor saints in Jerusalem. Pastor Rod Bunton expands on the history of giving to the saints and gives insight into the proper way to do it.
A Father’s Wise Instruction
Proverbs 4:10-27 Solomon provided his children, and us, with excellent training in the ways of wisdom. Pastor Doug Link concludes his series from Proverbs 4 by contrasting the two paths we can take and showing how embracing wisdom requires diligent attention.
The Legacy of Wisdom
Proverbs 4:1-9 God’s word lists many responsibilities that fall on parents who have children and one of those is to impart wisdom. Pastor Doug Link preaches from Proverbs 4 to help us understand that responsibility, why it’s difficult, and why it is so important to pass on to our children.
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