Paul was confirmed by Peter, James and John. In Galatians 2:1-10, he states that his message was consistent with the other apostles. They agreed that he was preaching to the gentiles the same message that they had been

In Galatians 1:11-24, Paul shares his testimony of conversion. He shares with the church at Galatia that he received his message and mission from God and not from man. Jesus still changes lives today.

The theme of the book of Galatians is "Freedom in Christ." In Galatians 1:1-10, Paul expresses his shock that the Galatian Christians were so quickly deserting the Gospel, by listening to the Judaizers. This group had

False Teachers have certain traits. What are the distinguishing marks of a false teacher? As Paul concludes his letter, he gives these distinctives in 1st Timothy 6:3-5. As we come to recognize these, we can identify

In 1st Timothy 5:19-25, Paul continues the topic of elders with a strong warning to not hold a public rebuke against an elder without an investigation or naming the sin.

Some have an aversion to the word "elder." 1st Timothy 5:17-18 says, "The elders who rule well are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching." As we seek to understand this topic,

1st Timothy 4:6-16 gives eleven qualities that characterize a Faithful Minister. This is the second part of this series. This is how you know if your pastor has been faithful to the Lord and to His Word.

Many times, Pastors are judged on the wrong criteria. How do you know if your Pastor has been a faithful minister? In 1st Timothy 4:6-16, Paul gives the qualities of a faithful minister.

Scripture is our authority and Scripture is sufficient to keep us from extra biblical excesses. 1st Timothy 3:14-15 gives us the reason why Scripture is our guide in all matters of faith and practice.

In Luke 15, Jesus tells a tale of a loving father. This man had 2 sons and they each responded to this father very differently. Preached on 4/24/16.