Pleasant View in His Word

Sean unpacks Paul confronting sin in the Corinthian church this week with 4 main takeaways for us... confront sin honestly, correct sin clearly, cleansing the church thoroughly, and clarity about our responsibility. If we take Jesus seriously, we have to take sin seriously... even our own!

Looking at the passage this week, Kevin unpacks 3 takeaways from Paul's teaching that help us as a gospel community achieve and maintain unity. 1. The Word of God stands alone as our authority 2. There is a cost to following Christ 3. We have a responsibility to respond. How are we responding to the conviction of the Holy Spirit in our lives?

As we look at 1 Corinthians 3:18-4:5, Pastor Sean reminds us that we all have blind spots. To help us avoid those blind spots, Paul gives practical wisdom from this passage. 1. We measure wisdom by God’s standards 2. We measure leaders by their faithfulness to Christ and His gospel 3. We measure ourselves by the Lord’s final verdict.  Whose approval are you seeking? Whose judgment carries the most weight? Jesus is the only opinion that really matters!

This week, Sean unpacks 1 Corinthians 3:10-17, reminding us that Paul is addressing the church in this passage. Paul, comparing the church to a building, reminds us that 1. Christ is the foundation of the building (the church) 2. The quality of how the building (the church) is built matters 3. God is the owner of the building… it is His church! We are called to be a part of the church and have a purpose in it, how connected are you?

In this week’s message, Pastor Sean teaches through 1 Corinthians 3:1–6, challenging us to examine whether we are truly growing in our faith. The message highlights the difference between spiritual maturity and remaining stuck in the same patterns, reminding us that following Christ requires continued growth and transformation. Pastor Sean emphasizes that while people may play different roles in our spiritual journey, it is ultimately God who brings the growth. It’s a practical reminder to keep moving forward in our relationship with Christ and allow Him to continue changing us.

In this week’s message, Pastor Sean teaches through 1 Corinthians 2:6–16, showing us the difference between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world. The message reminds us that the truths of God cannot be fully understood through human wisdom alone, but are revealed to us through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Sean emphasizes the importance of allowing the Spirit to shape the way we understand, discern, and live out our faith. It’s an encouraging reminder that God has given us His Spirit so we can know Him more deeply and see our lives through the truth of the Gospel.

As we begin our journey through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Sean teaches through 1 Corinthians 1:1–9, reminding us of who we are because of what Christ has done for us. The message highlights God’s grace, His faithfulness, and the spiritual gifts He gives His people as they wait for Christ’s return. Pastor Sean emphasizes that our confidence is not found in how well we have it all together, but in the faithfulness of God who has called us into fellowship with His Son. It’s an encouraging beginning to the series, reminding us that God is faithful to complete the work He has started in us.

In this week’s message, Pastor Sean teaches through 2 John 1:7–13, warning us about the importance of staying grounded in the truth of Christ. The message challenges us to be careful about what we allow to influence our faith and to recognize teachings that lead us away from who Jesus is. Pastor Sean emphasizes that standing firm in the truth requires both discernment and faithfulness, while continuing to show Christlike love to others. It’s a timely reminder to guard what we believe, remain faithful to Jesus, and not allow anything to pull us away from the truth of the Gospel.

As we begin our look at 2 John, Pastor Sean teaches through 2 John 1:1–6, focusing on the connection between truth and love in the life of a believer. The message reminds us that genuine Christian love is rooted in the truth of who Jesus is and is demonstrated through the way we live and follow His commands. Pastor Sean emphasizes that love and obedience are not separate parts of our faith, but work together as we walk faithfully with Christ. It’s an encouraging reminder that following Jesus means knowing His truth, living it out, and loving others well.

In this week’s message, Pastor Sean teaches through 1 John 5:13–21, reminding us that God desires His children to live with confidence in the assurance of their salvation. The message highlights the privilege of approaching God in prayer, trusting that He hears us and works according to His perfect will. Pastor Sean emphasizes that believers are called to remain faithful, guard themselves from the distractions and idols of this world, and continue abiding in Christ. It’s a fitting conclusion to 1 John, encouraging us to rest in the certainty of our salvation while faithfully walking with the Lord each day.