Month: November 2013

11 24 Psalms 27.1-14 Even in the middle of difficult circumstances like when the enemy presses in and surrounds us, David knew that the best position was to continue to seek the Lord at all times.  That was his overarching ambition and desire.  He wanted to live in the security of God’s presence no matter what was happening around him or to him.  Is that our desire?  Do we seek God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength or do we dabble at it?  As a church that should be our end, to bring unity through our desire and pursuit of God.

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11 17 I Corinthians 1.10-2.5 Part 2 Doctrine is an important topic for the church to discuss.  It frames what we believe and how we live.  The various passage we consider in today’s message unwrap for us why we should study and hold to sound doctrine.  They cover everything from our need to refute false teaching as well as the necessity in selecting godly leaders.  Sutdy to show yourself approve unto God, a workman that isn’t ashamed.

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11 10 I Corinthians 1.10-2.5 Doctrine simply means something taught.  Many don’t like to tackle doctrine because it gives the impression of being as dry as day old toast.  Others shy away from it because it appears to be too restrictive or dogmatic.  Still others avoid it becuase it doesn’t have any take home value, no application.  That could be further from the truth.  Right doctrine leads to right living.  Doctrine when studied correctly will lead to something that is practical.  It not only affects what we believe, but how we should live.  Doctrinal integrity is important for us to discuss in order to know what we believe and why as well as to refute false doctrine.  If you stand for nothing, you will fall for anything.  This is the first of two messages to discuss unity in our doctrine.  Today we discuss a warning about doctrinal factions and doctrinal fabrication.  Next week we will discuss the wisdom of doctrinal faithfulness.

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11 03 I Corinthians 12:10-31 Diversity is a topic we hear a lot about today.  Some of it’s good and some of it is not so good.  God planned for diversity in the body of Christ.  It’s discussed in our passage and is essential for unity.  Unfortunately, the Corinthian church had some problems with diversity that affected their unity.  It all has to do with properly using your spiritual gift.  Diversity was planned with a design for unity.  Diversity has a purpose that develops unity.  Diversity has a problem that disrupts unity.

(Our apologies.  There is no audio of today’s message.)