Loving God and Others by Making Disciples who Make Disciples

Sermons from November 2024

1 Corinthians 9: The Cost of Love

What does it really mean to love God and others? In 1 Corinthians 9, the Apostle Paul shows us that love isn’t just words—it’s a life of sacrifice, discipline, and purpose. Paul gave up his rights, comforts, and entitlements, not out of obligation, but out of an overwhelming love for God and a burning passion…

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…