Living While Here
June 9, 2024 • David Stephens • 1 Peter 1:13—2:3
Because we have a new life and new hope in Christ, it is meant to change everything about us. It should affect our daily living while we live on this earth as temporary residents. Peter makes a point to say that while we are temporarily here, our lives are eternal, because the Word of God is in us and has changed us. The Word of God remains forever. Not only does Peter tell us what we should partake in, he exhorts us to abstain from any type of evil behavior.
Faith That Speaks
July 2, 2023 • David Stephens • James 3:1–12
The tongue reveals the condition of our hearts. James’ infallible words help us with our fallible words. Teachers of God’s Word along with everyone else must be careful with their words as everyone stumbles and sins through our words. The tongue is powerful, and we must recognize our inability to tame it on our own. We must allow the Lord to transform our hearts and minds through His Word and Spirit, which will transform our words to speak the truth in love and the good news to our neighbors and nations.
Made in the Image of God
May 1, 2022 • David Stephens • Genesis 1:26–31, Genesis 2:18–25
What does it mean to be made in the image of God? What does it mean to be a man or woman? With God as our authority, we will look at who He says we are and see that His design is good. Additional Resources: The Image of God Article: Men and Women in the Image of God – John M. Frame Gender Identity Article: A Biblical Conversation about Transgender Identities – Preston Sprinkle