Transforming Truth: Fortify one another’s faith through godly remembrances and reminders. Paul’s Greeting (vv. 1-2) “Greetings!” “Grace!”  (charein) (charis) “There is no limit to the supply of grace which God has placed at his people’s disposal in Christ.” -F. F. Bruce The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; They are new every morning; Great is your faithfulness. - Lamentations 3:22-23 Paul’s Gratitude (vv. 3-5) Now I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon so that I too may be encouraged by news about you. For I have no one else li ..read more

Transformative Truth:  It is God in His Word we must believe to have true faith  not thoughts, impressions or even others. 1.  Who it was that was believed. 2.  What it was that was believed. 3.  How what Jesus said was responded to. We must believe what He has said, and not what He hasn't.  We need to verify  such things in His Word or it is not actually faith. We must respond to what He has said appropriately.   ..read more

Transformative Truth: Baptism portrays death to sin and new life in Christ. "Run, John, run!" the Law commands But gives neither feet nor hands. Better news the gospel brings: It bids me fly and gives me wings! Baptism portrays death to sin and new life in Christ. 1. What happened to us? 2. Why is this significant? For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Sav ..read more

Transformative Truth: Jesus suffered in silence to save us.   Jesus suffered in silence to save us.  1. The Silence of the Lamb 2. The Substitution of the Lamb 3. The Suffering of the Lamb a. He was scourged. Mark 15:15 b. He was scorned. Mark 15:16-20 Jesus suffered in silence to save us. I tell you the truth, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life. John 5:24 If you suffer for doing good and endure it patiently, God is pleased with you. For God cal ..read more

Transforming Truth: To be truly rich, trust in God and guard the gospel. A Word to the Wealthy  1 Timothy 6:17-19 Hope:  firm expectancy in God that characterizes Christian faith. Therefore, since we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Romans 5:1 NLT "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For w ..read more

Transformative Truth: See Jesus clearly so you can help others see and know Him.   1. Help people see Jesus more clearly through His ACTIONS. Mark 8:1-10 2. Help people see Jesus more clearly through His WORDS. Mark 8:13-15 3. Help people see Jesus more clearly through His MISSION. Mark 8:27-31 Conclusion - Key Takeaways: 1. Recognize our need 2. Present Jesus to those around us 3. Worship Jesus ..read more

Transformative Truth: A man of God exemplifies active allegiance to his King. A man of God exemplifies active allegiance to his King. What he flees from 1 Timothy 6:11a What he follows after 1 Timothy 6:11b "God has not called us to be like those around us. He has called us to be like Himself. Holiness is nothing less than conformity to the character of God." - Jerry Bridges The Pursuit of Holiness What he fights for 1 Timothy 6:12 A man of God exemplifies active allegiance to his King. What he is faithful to 1 Timothy 6:13-16 Then Pilate said to him, "So you are a king?" Jesus answered, "You ..read more

Transforming Truth: Forsake toxic cravings and find true contentment in Christ. Toxic Cravings 1 Timothy 6:3-5, 9-10 "And in their greed they will exploit you with false words." - 1 Peter 2:3 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. - 2 Timothy 4:2-3 NLT True Contentment 1 Timo ..read more

Transformative Truth: God is a Father who eagerly welcomes His wayward children home. Act 1 - The Selfish Son (vv 11- 20a) Act 2 - The Forgiving Father (vv 20b - 24) Act 3 - The Begrudging Brother (vv 25 - 32) Lessons from the Older Brother Lessons from the Father Lessons from the Younger Son ..read more

Transformative Truth: Glorify God by being the best employee you can. The Conscientious Christian Employee 1 Timothy 6:1-2 Glorify God by being the best employee you can. The Precept (v. 1a) “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” - Jesus Christ (Matt. 11:28-30) Bondservants, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ, not by the way of eye-servi ..read more