Sermons from The Grove

After a summary statement for Timothy to command these things to the church, Paul instructs Timothy to immerse himself in the practicing of his faith. As we strive to set an example to a watching world, we are also called to immerse ourselves in the teachings of the gospel.

As Paul writes to Timothy in Ephesus and reminds him to act like the Household of God, he highlights two mysteries that remind Christians to serve well, especially as they aspire to fill the office of deacon.

God has called qualified men who are above reproach to lead His church. This passage demonstrates that the qualifications for eldership are desire, character, and endurance.

Paul instructs the church in Ephesus and addresses some concerns about the public worship service. In this section, he gives instructions to men and women, appealing to God's good, created order and to live that out in both the home and in the church.

Paul urges Timothy to pray for all people because there is only one gospel, one means of being saved. In a world where we are often focused on doing so much, Paul offers countercultural advice to pray and to pursue a quiet and peaceful life.

Paul reassures Timothy of the truth that Christ came into the world to save sinners, and that he is the greatest sinner among them. He reminds Timothy in this passage that we're saved by grace, for God's glory, in order to wage war.

In this opening sermon of our 1 Timothy series, Paul instructs Timothy to correct teachers of the law who have veered off into vain discussions. Paul provides three characteristics of sound doctrine, coming from authority, bearing fruit, and gospel centric.

Psalm 96 calls us to worship the Lord with awe and joy, declaring His greatness among the nations. As we see God’s holiness and glory, we’re reminded that He alone is worthy of our worship and praise. 

The Psalmist writes an acrostic poem about the characteristics of God and then how humans reflect those character traits. Walk with us through this acrostic as we see how man is blessed when he fears the Lord and seeks wisdom.

The question of suffering is as old as mankind. If God is good and He's all powerful, why is there so much suffering in the world? Psalm 22 sets out to explain the experience of a sufferer who is in anguish but also has full trust in the Lord. Psalm 22 is also quoted by the Lord Jesus as he dies on the cross.