What were the roots of the problems of the church in Corinth? The apostle didn't just issue commands to change their behavior, but started his correction with reestablishing the role of the gospel in contrast to the world, the uniqueness of the local church as God's holy temple in the community.

The sermon explores the theological concept of spiritual maturity as a progressive movement through history from creation to redemption. It draws parallels between the biblical narrative of Noah and the structured order of Christian worship, suggesting that each element of the service mirrors stages of salvation such as calling, cleansing, and consecration. The speaker emphasizes that while specific liturgical orders are not explicitly commanded in Scripture, they reflect a broader biblical pattern of moving from hearing God's word to active obedience. This framework allows believers to understand their worship as a microcosm of God's redemptive work in the world. Ultimately, the message encourages a view of worship that facilitates communion with God while commissioning believers to engage in good works within the world.

Observation, Interpretation, and application. Those are the three steps in inductive Bible study. Join Pastor Steve he address the importance of all three and why they follow a particular order in understanding the Bible.

Do you know how to study the Bible? Can you interpret it the way the author originally intended? Join Pastor Steve as he equips you with the tools of inductive Bible study — and shows you what it means to "accurately handle the word of truth" (2 Tim.2:15).

This sermon explores the return of the Ark of the Covenant in 1 Samuel 6, using the miraculous journey of untrained cows to illustrate God's sovereign providence. The preacher emphasizes that true obedience often involves sorrow and emotional struggle, yet believers must remain steadfast on the straight path directed by God. It highlights how divine encounters frequently occur within ordinary daily duties, urging listeners to view their routine work as an opportunity for service and worship. The message warns against mistaking outward splendor or mere spectatorship for genuine spiritual reality, insisting that restored mercies should lead to renewed consecration rather than simple nostalgia. Ultimately, the text points to Christ's victory over death as the ultimate proof of God's power, calling believers to faithful labor and remembrance of past blessings to strengthen present faith.