Timeless Truth with Pastor Jim Thomas

What is the most important thing in your life? What do you value more than anything else?

Those questions have a way of exposing what really matters to us—what we pursue, what we protect, and where we find our sense of significance, worth, and identity. 

In Philippians 3:7–11, we hear how the apostle Paul would answer those questions. And his answer is surprising, disarming, and deeply freeing.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

Do you ever get tired of religion? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas explores Philippians 3:1-6 and the danger of "meaningless rituals" or rule-following. We examine how the Apostle Paul—a man with every religious credential imaginable—renounced his own "prowess and practice" to find a preeminent value in Christ alone. Join us as we discuss how true religion begins when grace sets us free from the "red ink" of self-righteousness and allows us to rest in the finished work of Jesus.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

Who helps you follow Christ more faithfully? What if real friendship looks like shared sacrifice and joy? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas examines the lives of Timothy and Epaphroditus in Philippians 2:19-30. We see how selflessness, reliability, and risk-taking for the Gospel are the hallmarks of godly character and enduring friendship.

Is it somebody who always tells you what you want to hear, or is there more to a good friend than that? And as regards your faith, can you name someone in your life who helps you follow Christ more faithfully?

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

Can one life really make a difference? What if joy and integrity are how we shine in the dark and live a life of purpose? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas teaches through Philippians 2:12-18. We learn how to "work out our salvation" by leaning into God’s power, enabling us to shine like Christ in a broken world.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

What if true greatness looks like serving others? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim continues our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ, exploring the "Hymn of Christ" in Philippians 2:1-11. We see the ultimate example of humility as Jesus emptied Himself for our sake, teaching us that greatness leads through sacrificial service.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

What does courage look like when Christ is your foundation? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas looks at Philippians 1:27-30. We discuss what it means to live a life "worthy of the Gospel," standing firm in one spirit and finding courage in the face of opposition as we represent the Kingdom of God.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

How can we establish our identity in Christ? Pastor Jim Thomas continues our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ. In this study of Philippians 1:19-26, we wrestle with Paul’s declaration, "To live is Christ and to die is gain," exploring how a Christ-centered identity removes the fear of the future.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

How can we have joy when life falls apart? In this episode, Pastor Jim continues our new series of Timeless Truth, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ. Teaching through Philippians 1:12-18, Pastor Jim focuses on how the Gospel turns suffering into strength and how Paul's imprisonment served to advance the message of Christ.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

Join us for Episode 3 of Timeless Truth as Pastor Jim Thomas continues our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ. In this study of Philippians 1:6-11, Pastor Jim discusses God's faithfulness and the confidence we can have that He will finish the good work He has begun in us.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.

How do we build truly holy friendships? Join us for Episode 2 of Timeless Truth as Pastor Jim Thomas continues our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ. Exploring Philippians 1:3-8, Pastor Jim dives into the themes of gratitude, partnership in the Gospel, and the transformative power of prayer in our relationships.

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The Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.