In the sermon we move into Paul’s application to the women of the church. We first take some time to look at our own cultural situation and see how this lie has really stemmed from the temptation in the Garden of Eden by way of the serpent. And we also begin to look at Paul’s … Exposing the Feminist Lie Read More »

In this sermon we begin chapter 2 of Titus where Paul shifts the focus from the false teachers and applies the truth of the gospel to the entire church, starting with the older men. In this sermon we see Paul’s exhortation to the older men to live in such a way as to adorn the … Older Men Adorning the Gospel of God Read More »

In this sermon we look at Paul’s instruction to Titus in how to recognize and confront false teachers within the church. We see a stark contrast with the character of what an elder should be, but we also see the actions in which the false teachers engage and then finally how Paul says one should … Exposing the Empty Talkers Read More »

As we conclude Paul’s description of the character and qualifications of the elder, we look at what Paul describes in the negative as what the elder must not be.

In this sermon we finish looking at the positive qualifications of the pastor/elder as Paul describes in Titus 1. Though the Deacon and Elder are to have the same character traits of Christ-likeness, we find that the pastor/elder is to also have the ability to teach and refute false teaching using the Word of God.

In this sermon we look at God’s Words through the prophet Isaiah and see how God is a just God and also a God who is sovereign over the nations. It is comforting in times of uncertainty to know that God is able to use even the efforts of wicked rulers to accomplish His purposes … Hope in Times of War Read More »

In this sermon we continue to work through Paul’s list of qualifications for eldership in the church. And while there is a high standard for personal holiness and Christlikeness for the elder, we also see that every believer is called to pursue a life that reflect the beauty and perfections of Christ in their life. … What He Must Be (part 3) Read More »

As we work through Paul’s instruction for establishing elders, we find that Paul first addresses the importance of the family being in order. In this sermon we seek to understand how the children of a potential elder/pastor should behave under the leadership of their father. While the standard seems very high in our post-modern world, … What He Must Be (part 2) Read More »

In this sermon we begin to take a closer look at the qualifications for eldership and also for the office of Deacon. While the standard may seem incredibly high, what we see is that it is ultimately a call to Christ Likeness which all believers are to pursue.

In this sermon we take some time to examine Acts 6 and 1 Timothy 3 as we consider what the Biblical position of Deacon looks like. While it is not a position of leadership and teaching in the church, it is a vital part of the ongoing ministry and witness of the church.