Serious Joy

Generosity is a Gospel issue.

The books I mentioned in the sermon can be found here:

The Treasure Principle:

https://bit.ly/TreasurePrinciple

Money, Possessions, and Eternity:

https://bit.ly/MoneyPossessions

What does it mean to lay down your life for your friends? John gives us some direction.

What evidence do you have?

Paul tells us to present ourselves for the sake of the spreading of the gospel, being transformed and not conformed.

Thank you, Pastor Terry, for opening up the scriptures for us today.

I have to say this. I rely so heavily on my notes..every word comes from my heart, and I want to get every word right. To stand back and watch my dad, who is blind, recite the scriptures from memory, and preach from his heart without the benefit of having notes or even the ability to look at notes is both uplifting and humbling. Thank you, Dad.

-- Pastor Jeff

Paul explains how to respond in conflict. In these divided times, it is more important than ever that Christians reflect Christ.

So....what about food offered to idols? - Part 1

Mid-Week Bible Study - 6/17/2020

Looking at 1 Corinthians 8

Christians must actively and passionately pursue reconciliation with our neighbors just as our Lord pursued it with us.

Some additional thoughts on marriage from the Apostle Paul before he moves onto other things.

Christians must do the difficult work of keeping our words in check. James gives us some warnings about how great our need is for "bridling" the tongue.

Racism is a gospel issue. Christians cannot be silent.