Proverbs 6:16-19 gives a list of 6 things God hates and 7 that are abominable to Him. When seen as a list it is powerful, but when seen as it was intended - as one progressively worse than the one before - this will be a lesson that has incredible consequences and implications.
Building endurance or persistence is an important part of being a Christian, but it is also one of the things Christians say they need the most help with. How can we develop this? Saying "Just do it" doesn't seem to help. In this class, learn the importance of conviction in building persistence by highlighting four ways it helps.
Read more...The culture we live in is full of innuendo, sexual misconduct, and perverse ideas. How can we maintain purity in this environment? What does purity mean for us? This sermon reveals the importance of maintaining sexual purity and helps identify ways we can get caught up in immorality.
Faith is an important part of our walk with God, but there is some confusion about it since Paul and James seem to contradict each other. How can we resolve the difficulty? This sermon shows that there are different types of works related to faith.
What’s the connection between long-suffering and meekness, and why does it matter? Long-suffering/patience is not possible without meekness, and meekness will inevitably lead to long-suffering. That means if we fail to be patient then it is possible the problem is NOT patience but MEEKNESS. Understanding the connection allows us to troubleshoot problems that arise in our growth.
Self-control is essential for spiritual growth, and it’s a key trait of discipleship. As we guide others in following Jesus, we must also help them grow in self-control. This class reveals the foundation of self-discipline, outlines practical steps for developing it, and equips you with tools to encourage and support others on their journey.
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The Church isn’t built on age, talent, or status—it’s built on family. In this sermon, we explore Paul’s instruction in 1 Timothy 5:1–2, showing how the Church is meant to reflect the beauty of spiritual family across generations. Young or old, each person has a God-given role—not because of what they do, but because of who they are in Christ. True strength in the Church comes when we honor one another as fathers, mothers, brothers, and sisters, building a community where everyone belongs.
