Culture is constantly putting pressure on believers and on the church as a whole to interpret Scripture in a way that does not go against the grains of its modern ideals. Nevertheless, the Word of God provides for us the best and the only true guide for building the church of Jesus Christ. We must seek to wisely interpret the Bible and then apply the truths therein with love. 

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Peter's failure may have disqualified him for service in our minds and in his own mind; however, the one Person whose opinions truly matters believed that there was hope yet for Peter. Jesus found Peter where he was, forgave him of who he was and what he had done, and then gave him the privilege of serving the King of kings with his life. If there was hope for Peter, thank God there is hope for us as well!

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Some of the greatest pronouncements of faith came from the same lips as the man who vehemently denied knowing Christ when it mattered most. Why did Peter fail so massively? How can believers avoid the same fate? This sermon explores the need every believer has to rely on God for strength through trials.

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At Gethsemane, Jesus begged his Father for a way out of the agony that lay before him; nevertheless, despite the pain and suffering he was going through, Jesus was willing to submit to the Father's will. It is at this difficult time that Jesus teaches Peter an essential lesson: Peter will never find the strength he needs to withstand temptation in his own flesh - Peter must learn to watch and pray. 

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Should woman keep silent in the church? This passage addresses how the people of God must view the Word of God in light of a culture that believes it to be an antiquated and sometimes misogynistic book. How does the church properly understand men and women as equal, yet different? Paul seems to make it clear, so how well do we listen?

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The story of Jesus washing the feet of the disciples is famous for its depiction of a master who humbles himself to serve his followers; however, there is a great deal more to this story than simply a moral lesson. Jesus is teaching the disciples an essential spiritual truth, without which they would never find the blessing of God. It's not about feet.

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The transfiguration of Christ is a unique story in the life of Jesus in that it gives Peter, James and John a sneak preview of the glory of Christ. What an incredible thing it would have been to see the glorified Christ having a conversation with Moses and Elijah! This lesson for Peter was meant to inspire fearful awe, illuminated hope, and joyful obedience; so it should for us as well. 

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Five words that are understood can be more edifying than ten thousand words spoken in another tongue. Paul's desire to see the Corinthians use their gifts to glorify God and edify one another is crystal clear as he questions the benefit of tongues when they cannot be understood. Ultimately, Paul wants to see the Word of God exalted rather than the gifts of men.

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