Measuring Ministers

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Measuring Ministers

1 Corinthians 4:1-13

May 19, 2024 • Ben Ito • 1 Corinthians 4:1–13

Why all the division between Christians and churches and seminaries and denominations around leaders and preachers?

In this sermon, Jesus wants you to view ministers rightly so that you can view Him rightly.

The Community’s Rescue Mission

June 2, 2024 • Vlad Burlaka • 1 Corinthians 5:1–5

The church is responsible for lovingly addressing unrepentant sin. 1. The Church’s Responsibility to Mourn (v.1-2) 2. The Church’s Responsibility to Act (v.3-5)

Parenting Spiritual Prodigals

May 26, 2024 • Vlad Burlaka • 1 Corinthians 4:14–21

This paragraph brings chapters 1–4 to a fitting conclusion and at the same time prepares us for what is coming next. As a Spiritual Father, Paul is willing to do 3 things for the wellbeing of this church. For everything that has been taught thus far to be seen through the lens of Paul as their spiritual father. 1. Paul as a Spiritual Father, Cares Enough to Correct 2. Paul as a Spiritual Father, Sets the Example to Imitate 3. Paul as a Spiritual Father, Is Willing to Discipline when Necessary

God’s Gold Standard

May 12, 2024 • Vlad Burlaka • 1 Corinthians 3:10–23

The previous paragraph concluded with the metaphor of the church as God’s building, and the building metaphor is expanded in this portion of Scripture. Leaders and all church members should listen to the three exhortations that Paul gives. 1. Build Carefully 2. Guard Diligently 3. Act Foolishly