Sermons on The Gospel

Sermons on The Gospel

Contending for the Faith, Part 3

Jude 17-25 When false teaching and mockery press in on the church, believers need to know not only what to fight against but how to stand firm themselves. In this message, Pastor Doug Link shows how remembering the apostles’ words, growing through the Word and prayer, and showing mercy to the wavering keep us in God’s love—while the God who is able keeps us to the end.

No Respecter of Persons: The Gospel Comes to Cornelius

Acts 10:34-48 For centuries, deep-seated barriers of culture and prejudice kept two groups of people from ever truly welcoming one another — until God stepped in and broke them down for good. In this message, Pastor Rod Bunton unpacks the historic moment when the gospel crossed from Jew to Gentile, showing how God’s impartial love, the finished work of Christ, and the call to genuine fellowship dismantle every man-made wall.

Putting Off, Putting On: The Transformed Life in Christ

Ephesians 4:20-24 What really happens the moment a person becomes a Christian — is it a decision, a feeling, or something far deeper? In this message, Pastor Rod Bunton unpacks the radical transformation of salvation, showing how the old self is put to death and a new self is created in righteousness, and why believers still wrestle with sin even after being made new.

Walk in a Manner Worthy of the Calling

Ephesians 4:1 Paul urges believers to “walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called,” marking a transition from doctrinal teaching to practical application in the Christian life. Pastor Rod Bunton explores how this verse serves as a topic sentence for the entire section, emphasizing that the worthy walk is a process of sanctification rooted in right doctrine and requires steady, purposeful action that reflects our effectual calling to holiness.

The Lord is my Portion: Living Faith on Display

Psalm 119:57-64 Psalm 119 calls us to focus on the scriptures because we want to see God more clearly and know God more nearly. Pastor Ben Khazraee looks at a stanza of this psalm, emphasizing that cherishing God is the foundation upon which living in faith is built.

That We Would Walk in Good Works

Ephesians 2:10 As Paul outlined three reasons why God intervened in the lives of those destined for salvation, he answers the question, “Now what?” Pastor Rod Bunton explains that the third reason gives us the instruction to live out our obligation to walk like Christ.

So That No One May Boast

Ephesians 2:8-9 Paul outlines three reasons why God saves us from his wrath. Pastor Rod Bunton looks at the second reason in this widely recognized passage that is frequently misunderstood.

The Surpassing Riches of His Grace

Ephesians 2:7 Paul explained our dire state before salvation and God’s intervention, but why did He do it? Pastor Rod Bunton explains the surprising first of three reasons behind God’s grace toward us.

To the Praise of His Glory: He Redeemed Us

Ephesians 1:7 Paul explained that God’s plan for salvation had a single solution: the death of his son, Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton looks into the concept of redemption, emphasizing that only one sacrifice was necessary to liberate us from our bondage to sin.

To the Praise of His Glory: Undeniable Election

Ephesians 3:4-6 Paul clearly taught that God chose those who would be saved before the world was created. Pastor Rod Bunton delves into this controversial doctrine through a comprehensive review of scriptures that unequivocally demonstrate how election is the path to salvation, coexisting harmoniously with the doctrine of human responsibility.

To the Praise of His Glory: He Chose Us

Ephesians 1:3-6 Paul opens the doctrinal teaching portion of his letter by presenting a beautifully structured passage that underscores God’s pre-determined plan. Pastor Rod Bunton delves into the first point, which is that God selected individuals to be adopted into His family for the purpose of glorifying Himself.