Sermons from 2016 (Page 2)
A Divine Encounter with Death
Luke 7:11-17 – When Jesus went to to see the widow at the funeral of her only son, it was a purposeful mission of compassion. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches how this divine encounter accomplished His ultimate goal.
Amazing Faith
Luke 7:1-10 – A centurion with an uncommon concern for his servant trusted that Jesus could heal merely by speaking. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches about this “unworthy” Gentile that exhibited more faith than many Jews.
The Foundation of Jesus’ Words
Luke 6:46-49 – The parable of the two houses effectively teaches the importance of a good foundation. Pastor Rod Bunton explains how Jesus’ words should be the foundation upon which every Christian life is built.
Contending for the Truth
Luke 6:39-45 – In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns us to be wary of false teachers. Pastor Rod Bunton highlights some practical ways to identify false teachers today.
Thankfulness in All Circumstances
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – In the wake of Hurricane Hermine, Pastor Rod Bunton takes us to a passage that reminds us about an important command from God.
Deceiving and Being Deceived
Luke 6:39-45 – True disciples follow true teachers. Pastor Rod Bunton, teaching from a sermon given by the best teacher, explains that we must guard ourselves from following false teachers, but also avoid being one.
Judging Others
Luke 6:37 – “Judge not, and you will not be judged.” This verse is often claimed by both Christians and non-believers, but most people misunderstand its meaning. Pastor Rod Bunton sheds some light on this controversial passage.
Love Your Enemies, Part 3
Luke 6:29-30 – When we are personally attacked, either in the court room or when someone takes something from us, our natural reaction is to seek justice. Pastor Rod Bunton helps us to have the right perspective when reacting to these challenging scenarios.
Love Your Enemies, Part 2
Luke 6:29 – “Turn the other cheek” is at the heart of this passage and yet is often misunderstood. Past Rod Bunton explains that loving your enemies isn’t about being passive.
Love Your Enemies, Part 1
Luke 6:27-36 – We have many examples of evildoers in our local circles and around the world today; these people are not easy to love. Pastor Rod Bunton reminds us that, as unredeemed sinners, we were the enemies of God and yet He chose to love us.
Caring for the Conscience
1 Corinthians 8 – Some are weak, some are ignored, but we all have consciences that we rely on to help us discern right from wrong. Pastor Doug Link uses this passage to teach us the Biblical view of dealing with the differences that exist between believers.
Blessings and Woes, Part 4
Luke 6:22,26 – Blessed are you when people hate you and woe to you when all people speak well of you. Pastor Rod Bunton looks at the fourth beatitude recorded in Luke and tells us why we should expect persecution.