Rev. Kent Compton continues our series through the book of Romans. In Chapter 12 we see a distinctive shift in the Apostle Paul's message, shifting to the practical outpouring of the Gospel: Offering our bodies as living sacrifices.

In this sermon, Rev. Kent Compton discusses the roles, responsibilities, and biblical genesis of deacons.

In this sermon, Rev. Kent Compton delves into Paul's message to the Ephesian elders as he departs for Jerusalem, emphasizing the gravity of their responsibilities and the nature of the challenges they will face. Rev. Compton highlights Paul's own example of commitment and leadership, marked by humility, service, and perseverance amidst opposition. The core of the sermon revolves around Paul's exhortation to the elders to "pay careful attention" to themselves and the flock. This involves self-examination, guarding against sin, and recognizing the sacred value of the church, purchased by the blood of Christ.   Furthermore, the sermon warns of the dangers both from external "fierce wolves" and internal threats of those who would distort the truth, urging the elders to be vigilant in safeguarding the gospel.   In conclusion, Rev. Compton stresses the centrality of the gospel of grace for the church's health and growth, emphasizing that a departure from this gospel leads to division and a loss of true Christian community.

In this sermon, Rev. Kent Compton explores the relationship between church members and elders, emphasizing the importance of this relationship within the broader context of the Christian community. He draws from Hebrews 13:17, which calls on believers to obey their leaders and submit to them, acknowledging the role of elders as those who keep watch over the souls of the congregation.   Rev. Compton stresses that the authority of church leaders is derived from Jesus and the Word of God. He highlights the need for both elders and members to be well-versed in Scripture, enabling elders to lead according to God's word and members to discern whether their leaders are acting in accordance with it. The sermon also addresses the concept of church membership, asserting its implicit importance throughout the Bible.   Furthermore, Rev. Compton delves into the weighty responsibility of elders to guard the spiritual well-being of the flock, protecting them from false teaching and being vigilant in their care. He concludes by emphasizing the reciprocal nature of this relationship, where members are encouraged to respect and cooperate with their leaders, while leaders are called to serve with joy and recognize the preciousness of each member's soul.

Rev. Kent Compton continues our series through the book of Romans

Rev. Kent Compton continues our series through the book of Romans