The New Testament teaches us that we are citizens of the Kingdom of God, adopted as children into the Household of Heaven, and blood-bought members of the Body of Christ. To that end, how are Christians to live in this world but not be of this world? The most straightforward yet challenging way to live as Kingdom citizens is to develop a biblical worldview. In these sermons, I directly address this pressing concern.
“Live Godly Lives”
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Paul’s Epistle to Titus is an extremely practical letter full of advice for Christians in real-world situations. The Apostle’s overall concern is with the teaching of and living in sound doctrine. When sound doctrine is taught and lived it produces godliness. Paul defines what godliness is and isn’t under the list of qualifications for eldership. (November 27, 2022)
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A Biblical View of the Church
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In July of 2022, I was invited to speak at the Hat Creek Baptist Church summer revival. At the time, her pastor was going through a year-long journey of unpacking the biblical doctrines on the Church. This revival series on sound doctrine answers the question What is the Church? by taking a look at five marks of a true church.
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“Biblical Preaching”
“Theological Sacraments”
“Restorative Discipline”
“Qualified Eldership”
“Proactive Discipleship”
“Our Commission”
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A church’s relevance or impact isn’t measured by her programs, profits, or prestige, but by her trust in and commitment to the Great Commission. This clear, concise, universal, and timeless directive is the authoritative force motivating the true Bride of Christ. Our Commission cannot fail if we follow Christ’s commands because His authoritative source also provides an authoritative guarantee. (February 27, 2022)
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“To Live is Christ”
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Fear is everywhere this year and has even drowned out some of our usual Christmas festivities. The fear at bottom is death; but should the Christian fear death? In this message, I survey passages often heard at funerals, but they carry more meaning for the living. (December 26, 2021)
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“Civil Disobedience”
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In this message, I survey four biblical examples of believers in open defiance against some earthly authority. I discuss the mandate, the disobedience, and the result thereof. Lastly, I pull on the thread that runs through them all. (December 19, 2021)
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