Avoiding A Vain Ministry

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Avoiding A Vain Ministry

February 15, 2023 • Vlad Baraniuk • 1 Thessalonians 2

February 15, 2023

Wednesday Evening Bible Study

Title: Avoiding a Vain Ministry

Text: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20

When the gospel flourishes…

· There is boldness in the midst of adversity

· There are pure motives in ministry

· There is freedom from the love of human acceptance

· Gentleness among the body is evident

· There is a sharing of souls

· The word of God is the transforming work

True Gospel ministry flourishes under the bold proclamation of God’s Word, transforming affections of the body of Christ to live intentionally with one another and among unbelievers.

Called Out For A Purpose

June 14, 2023 • Vlad Baraniuk • Exodus 19

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

Positional & Practical Righteousness

May 24, 2023 • Romans 16

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