Evangelism on SermonAudio

What is the place of Bible study in Spiritual Formation? How can one profit from Scripture reading in their personal, spiritual growth? In this class we consider the first of three interrelated practices that are central to a Reformed approach to Spiritual Formation.

1. By Grace Alone 2. Through Faith Alone 3. To the Glory of God Alone

Brothers and sisters, are you ever overwhelmed by the blessings that God has poured out upon you? Do you ever look at the life God has given you, and stop in wonder, and gratitude at the grace of God to you? Or do your troubles and reasons for discontentment dominate your thought life? Would you dare say to God that all your blessings are as nothing in comparison to this trial you are facing? That although He's given you so much, you are unable to be happy, or grateful, because you lack this one thing… the resolution of this trial right now? This one little difficulty is enough to steal your joy…Discipline your minds. Discipline your thoughts. Cut off the grumbling. Cut off the murmuring. Memorize Psalm 23. Preach to yourself about the goodness of your shepherd. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

1. Stimulated by Evangelism 2. Advanced by Instruction 3. Expressed by Loving Care

A Spiritual Anatomy of God's Servants (3) 1. His master 2. His comfort 3. His allegiance 4. His reward

Pastor McKinnon examines the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, highlighting her social isolation and spiritual emptiness as a representative of worldly existence. He shows that Jesus deliberately traveled through Samaria to offer living water, exposing the woman's sinful lifestyle while simultaneously demonstrating divine compassion. He urges believers to adopt this balanced perspective when engaging with the unsaved, calling them to point others toward Christ's redemptive work rather than merely offering temporary relief or harsh condemnation.