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Simon, the Pharisee, has invited Jesus into his home as a dinner guest. It was common for leaders to invite visiting Rabbis, or nobleman into their homes during their visit to a city or village. This would usually be considered an honor to be invited, and a greater honor to have the invitation accepted. But, in this case, the Pharisee is not inviting Jesus into his home to honor Him, nor to learn of His wisdom. This invitation was, most likely, part of the ongoing plot to gather damning evidence against the man who kept claiming to be equal with God. Initially, Simon seems pleased to have this immoral woman in his home. He did nothing to prevent her from entering. He did nothing to have her stopped or removed from the home once she began her ministry to Jesus. Rather, he gloated at this further proof that Jesus could not be a prophet, since He didn't seem to know who and what she was. In His part, Jesus wanted to use this woman's ministry as an opportunity to follow up on His judgments concerning that generation of people who resisted and resented the preaching of the Kingdom of God. During this visit, He confronts Simon with his arrogance, and illustrates for him how a transformed life responds to the salvation that has been granted, by faith. Simon's heart is unchanged. The gospel has been rejected again. The Messiah is resented. His message of salvation by faith instead of works is rejected again. How long, O Lord, will this be tolerated?

Over the next twelve weeks, we will explore the truths that unite us and shape our identity as a local church - from the broad truths we share with all believers to the convictions that make us evangelical, Protestant, Reformed, confessional, covenantal, and Presbyterian. Whether you are considering membership at First Scots or simply want to understand better who we are and why we do what we do, we hope you will attend this new adult class.

This sermon explores the courageous ministry of Paul and Barnabas as the weather all opposition to continue preaching the gospel. This is a lesson for all Christians as to the sort of courage that is required of faithful servants.

The sermon challenges the common evangelical phrase 'accept Christ,' arguing that it reverses the biblical order of salvation by placing the burden on human decision rather than divine initiative. God is the one who accepts sinners through Jesus' sacrifice after they are convicted of their sins and repent. The central message is that salvation is not merely a mental agreement or a simple acceptance of a gift, but a profound spiritual transformation initiated by God's grace and received through humble repentance. The preacher urges listeners to seek genuine conviction and brokenness before God, ensuring that the focus remains on His acceptance rather than human effort.

Dead Faith, Living Faith - 1 Samuel 14

Dr. Carolyn Knight shares her testimony of answering God's call to minister within the adult entertainment industry, specifically strip clubs, as a light in dark places. She details the harrowing realities faced by dancers, including high rates of abuse and trafficking, while recounting personal encounters where she has led women and even customers to Christ. After enduring severe personal trials involving illness, betrayal, and depression, Knight experienced divine healing and was commissioned to expand her ministry across multiple states. She emphasizes the importance of prayer support, practical aid, and financial partnership to sustain teams that offer compassion and the gospel to those trapped in desperate situations. The presentation concludes with an invitation for attendees to join or support this unique mission field through various roles within her organization. Questions How can Christians reach women working in strip clubs with the gospel? Should Christians go into strip clubs to share the gospel? How can the church minister to women in the sex industry? How can Christians help victims of sex trafficking? Can God save someone who works in a strip club? How do you share the gospel with a stripper or exotic dancer? What does it mean to be a light in a dark place? How can Christians reach people in places most churches avoid? Where should Christians go to reach lost and hurting people? How can a church start a ministry to women in strip clubs? How can Christians build relationships with women trapped in the sex industry? What can Christians do to fight human trafficking? How can the church help women escape prostitution or sex trafficking?

Obedient faith blesses others and worships God with the confidence that He holds the future.

Are you tired and worn out from running on the treadmill of dead works? Has your unanswered guilt built a barrier between you and the living God? There is only one Priest who can atone for you, and He has done it through His blood. He has entered the truly holy place and offered Himself in body and spirit. The fountain of His blood is freely open. Every sinner who comes for cleansing will find it. They will be purified to serve the living God.

As Paul moves toward the conclusion of Colossians, he ends the same way he begins...with prayer. What we learn here is that a critical aspect of walking in Christ is being people of prayer. Prayer flows from walking in Christ.