What is the Church? When did the Church begin? Who makes up the Church?

God's judgment is deserved, based on works, and impartially applied. The pagans problem is darkness of heart. The moralist problem is a hardened heart. Key biblical references stress the need for salvation through Jesus, the role of good works as evidence of faith, and God's impartial judgment.

Joy in Sorrow and Suffering by Tyler Brown. 5 great questions pertaining to our sorrow and suffering are asked and answered.

Having Faith in Christ and Not in the Flesh. Philippians 3. We are saved by grace alone through faith alone for the righteousness of Christ?

Jesus does not reject the premise of a future for Israel. The session delves into God's plan for Israel and the church, discussing future topics and the belief in Israel's eventual salvation. It examines theological perspectives from figures like John Calvin and RC Sproul, highlighting their friendship despite differing views. The rise of antisemitism is addressed, emphasizing the Jewish identity of the Messiah and the church's role in supporting God's promises. The metaphor of grafting illustrates Gentile inclusion in Israel's blessings.

As Puritan John Flavel said, “It is easier to cry against one-thousand sins of others than to kill one of your own.”

Israel's Role in Biblical Covenants and the New Covenant. Recognition that within the congregation and broader Christianity, there are various interpretations about Israel's future and the fulfillment of biblical promises, but unity is maintained within orthodox Christianity.

Part 2-God's Design for Gender and Sexuality

The heart is the control center of your life. As goes the heart, so goes the life. John Flavel said that “The keeping and right managing of the heart in every condition is the great business of a Christian's life".

God Gave Them Over. Romans 1:24-32. The story of humanity is one of digression, not progression. Pastor Kevin discusses societal moral decay and the impact of the sixties' counterculture, urging men to uphold biblical values. It calls for recognition of sin's seriousness and encourages individuals to surrender to Jesus for transformation and salvation.