Christian Sermons from Calvary Chapel Greenmeadow, North Kingstown, RI

Older women are called to purity and to be teachers of the younger women. They are not to speak badly about others since slander is from the devil. They are not to be slaves to alcohol and should be examples by the way they live.

Are we teachable? This can be a problem, especially for older men, but there are special lessons for older saints, including exercising sound judgment, being serious without being gloomy, showing self-control, being faithful, and not being self-centered.

False teachers are everywhere and they cause division within the church and within families. Many of them are deceived and many are just in it for the money. False teachers are interested in gaining disciples for themselves rather than for Jesus.

The book of Proverbs brings us wisdom, understanding, and protection. Some of its themes include fearing the Lord, showing humility, having self-control, being honest, diligent, and generous. Each provides unique blessings if we first trust in the Lord!

One of the leadership qualities required by God is to be blameless (not sinless since no one would qualify). Yet, even those who lived sinful lives can be leaders when they leave those things behind, keep short accounts with God, and stick with His Word.

When in a trial, we want to know how long it will last. God's Word reminds us, when we are in despair, of His faithfulness. We must change our focus from ourselves to the Lord and trust in Him, rejoicing, and singing because of what He has done.

Dealing with things we have left unfinished can be painful, but it is important that we complete the work God has given us (Col 4:17). We need to first count the cost (Lk 14:28) but we can be nourished and satisfied in laboring for Him (John 4:34).

Biblical hope is always based on what God can do, not on what we can do. God works with those that come to Him in faith even against all earthly hope. We should rejoice in the hope of the glory of God and remember that He gave us His word to give us hope.

Greet people with grace, mercy, and peace... words that are important. We need to grow in grace and be more gracious to others, we need to remember that God's mercy makes us alive in Christ, and we must be at peace with God to receive the peace of God.

First and foremost, Titus was a servant of God. As fellow servants, we should be working to grow in our faith and to trust God more. When we abide in His word, we will have the truth, which sets us free. (Special music by Kathleen Carnali)