2. The Vanity of People Pleasing

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2. The Vanity of People Pleasing

Matthew 6:1-4

August 29, 2021 • Rev. Jeremy A. McKeen • Matthew 6:1–4

In this message, we consider the vanity of people pleasing. What’s the difference between vanity and pride? How do we live to serve others without making their approval an idol in our lives? In this message, Jesus comes to our rescue and teaches us how to properly channel our universal need to be noticed.

1. The Danger of Complaining

August 22, 2021 • Rev. Jeremy A. McKeen • Philippians 2:14–16

In this series, we diagnose the first of three overlooked vices. If we aren’t careful, each of these vices can quickly become the “sanctified sins of any church.” They can become issues in our hearts or communities that we allow to go unchecked. This week, we’ll be unpacking the danger of complaining. What is the difference between complaining and lamenting? Why is complaining such a big deal in the Bible? And how can we be delivered from a complaining spirit?”

3. The Seriousness of Laziness

September 5, 2021 • Rev. Jeremy A. McKeen • Proverbs 6:6–11

In the final message of the series, Overlooked Vices, we consider the seriousness of laziness. What is laziness and why should we take it seriously? We’ll be looking at the wisdom of Proverbs and, of course, the gospel of Jesus to grow in our diligence and to develop a biblical theology of work and rest.