June 14, 2023
Wednesday Evening Bible Study
Sermon
Title: Called Out For A Purpose
Text: Exodus 19
• God alone is awesome in holiness but is also amazing in His grace
• The rescue of God’s people compels them to obedience
• The unique identity of God’s people leads them to a unique role in the purposes of God
Biblical Encouragements
• Worship of God must not be casual or presumptuous
• Jesus is our great High Priest and mediator
• My identity in Christ leads me to be an ambassador for Christ
Love the Church
March 1, 2023 • Vlad Baraniuk • 1 Thessalonians 2:17—3:13
Sermon
Title: Love the Church!
Text: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13
The church isn’t:
· A holy shrine
· A spectator sport for a superstar personality
· An avenue for experiential spirituality
· A club for holy people
The church is a new community that is:
· United together by the Gospel (2:17-20)
· Challenged under many afflictions (3:1-4)
· Strengthened by faith in Christ alone (3:5)
· Standing firm in the victory of Christ (3:6-8)
· Bound by love for one another (3:9-13)
The Bible unapologetically calls each follower of Jesus to be lovingly and fully committed to the local body
