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"The Christian and the Body of Christ" Romans 12:3-5

Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Therefore, store up treasure in heaven, and steward your money.

Sermon: We Have Hope 1. Hope resting on Christ's resurrection (v. 13-14) 2. Hope reinforced by Christ's revelation (v. 15) 3. Hope realized at Christ's return (v. 16-18)

I. Unforgiving older Christians cause younger Christians to stumble. II. God's saving grace enables believers to forgive as they were forgiven. III. Forgiveness is essential to true faith.

We will see God. This is the bottom line of the Bible's story.

This sermon explores the theological significance of ordinary life within the context of the Christian pilgrimage, arguing that daily tasks such as work, protection, and parenting are not merely mundane but are sacred vocations. By examining Psalm 127, the message highlights that human labor is inherently vain and futile unless it is performed in dependence on God and for His glory, contrasting the anxiety of the fallen world with the peace found in divine partnership. The exposition connects this principle to the resurrection of Christ, asserting that because believers are raised with Him, their everyday efforts possess eternal significance and are never in vain. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, challenging the notion that spiritual life requires radical, extraordinary actions, and instead affirming that faithful, ordinary living is the primary arena for glorifying God. Ultimately, the sermon invites believers to find joy and purpose in their daily routines, trusting that their labor is seen and valued by a God who delights in their faithfulness.

This sermon explores the biblical principle of submitting to higher authorities by examining the distinct yet overlapping spheres of government, church, and home. It argues that believers must establish their personal standards and convictions based on Scripture rather than societal norms or fear of man, recognizing that God has ordained specific roles within each institution. The teaching highlights scenarios where earthly laws conflict with divine truth, such as in matters of marriage, child-rearing, or religious expression, urging Christians to appeal to the ultimate authority of God. By citing examples like Paul's appeal to Caesar and the Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego narrative, the message emphasizes standing firm on biblical truth while maintaining a posture of respectful submission to legitimate earthly governance. The tone is instructional and pastoral, encouraging the audience to discern where their obligations lie and to live with confidence in God's sovereignty over all earthly powers.