Loving God and Others by Making Disciples who Make Disciples

Sermons by Jake Jaros

1 Corinthians 8: Love Over Idols

1 Corinthians 8 is often compared to Romans 14, which addresses the issue of eating kosher versus non-kosher foods. In both cases, Paul emphasizes the importance of exercising our Christian freedoms responsibly, ensuring we do not cause weaker or newer believers to stumble, and extending charity to brothers and sisters at different stages of their…

1 Corinthians 7: Content in Christ

In today’s message, we explored 1 Corinthians 7, where Paul addresses questions from the Corinthian church about marriage, singleness, and contentment. Living in a culture driven by achievement, relationships, and status, we often feel pressured to meet societal expectations—whether it’s having the “perfect” marriage, building a successful career, or having an ideal lifestyle. Paul’s words,…

1 Corinthians 6:12-20

In today’s culture, we often hear phrases like “It’s my life, my choice,” and “You do you.” But is that what true freedom looks like? In 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, Paul addresses a similar mindset in the Corinthian church, challenging the belief that personal freedom means indulging every desire. Instead, he reveals that real freedom comes…

1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Identity Conflict

How do we handle conflict? How do we respond to people who wrong us? The truth is how we react in these difficult situations is rooted in our identity. The Church in Corinth forgot their identity in Christ and handle conflict in a manner that was not worthy of the Gospel. As Paul addresses the…

1 Corinthians 5 Biblical Tolerance

The world often promotes a form of tolerance that embraces all beliefs and behaviors without judgment. However, biblical tolerance is different—God calls His people to lovingly address sin within the church, not to celebrate or ignore it. Paul rebukes the Corinthian church for their arrogance in tolerating egregious sin, reminding them that sin, like leaven,…

1 Corinthians 4:14-21 Warning: Pride kills

In this message, we’ll explore Paul’s heartfelt plea to the Corinthians as a spiritual father, urging them to turn from pride and embrace godly discipline. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 4:14-21, we’ll see how Paul uses the image of a father correcting his children to demonstrate the necessity of both gentle encouragement and firm correction in…

1 Corinthians 4:1-13 Whose Judgment do you Fear?

In this message, we will dive into the heart of 1 Corinthians 4:1-13, where Paul urges the church to reconsider who holds the ultimate authority to judge us. Throughout life, we face judgment from others and often from ourselves. We may be criticized, compared to others, or even allow internal guilt to shape our self-worth.…

1 Corinthians 3:16-23 You are God’s Temple

In 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, Paul reminds the Corinthians of their true identity: they are God’s temple, and His Spirit dwells within them. This powerful truth has profound implications for how we live and how we view ourselves, the church, and others in the body of Christ. Paul begins by emphasizing the sacredness of the church,…

1 Corinthians 3:10-15

In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, we will dive deep into the Apostle Paul’s powerful metaphor of construction, urging believers to reflect on the foundation upon which their lives and works are built. Paul’s message is a sobering reminder that Christ is the only foundation worthy of our trust and effort. As we explore…

1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Spiritual Maturity

In 1 Corinthians 3:1-9, the Apostle Paul addresses the Corinthian church with a pastoral heart, challenging them to move beyond spiritual immaturity and division. This passage paints a vivid picture of the Church as God’s garden, where each believer plays a role, but only God can give growth. In this sermon, we will explore the…