1 Corinthians 9 - Voluntary Slavery

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1 Corinthians 9 - Voluntary Slavery

September 22, 2024 • Brad Beers • 1 Corinthians 9

This week, Pastor Brad brings us through 1 Corinthians 9, where Paul dives into the perks of being an apostle, and talks about the right to receive support for his work in sharing the Gospel. Yet, he’s all about giving the Gospel free of charge, sidestepping any barriers to reaching people with the message. He gets on the same wavelength as different groups to spread the word more effectively, comparing his commitment to a hardcore athlete prepping for the win, but his eye is on a prize that lasts forever.

1 Corinthians 12:1-11 - Gifted Children of God: Part 2

November 17, 2024 • Pastor Jesse Richardson • 1 Corinthians 12:1–11

This week, Pastor Jesse explores the role of spiritual gifts in a believer's life, emphasizing that the true gift is the Holy Spirit empowering us to fulfill God's will. He advises against focusing on specific gifts, instead highlighting the importance of using the Holy Spirit's empowerment to serve others and glorify God in everyday tasks. He encourages us to recognize our unique God-given abilities, understand our importance in the body of Christ, and engage actively in our spiritual growth and community service.

1 Corinthians 12:1-7 - Gifted Children of God

Pastor Jesse Richardson • 1 Corinthians 12:1–7

This week, Pastor Jesse emphasizes the crucial role of spiritual gifts within the Christian faith, urging us to acknowledge and harness the empowerment provided by the Holy Spirit for the benefit of the church community and beyond. He points out the parallel between Jesus's empowerment through the Holy Spirit and the empowerment available to all believers today, encouraging them to put their unique gifts to work in a way that honors God and serves others. Pastor Jesse’s message pushes us to engage actively with our spiritual gifts, thus fulfilling our divine mandate to impact the world positively through the power of the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 - We Dine Together

November 3, 2024 • Brad Beers • 1 Corinthians 11:17–34

This week, Pastor Brad delivers a message on how the Corinthian church was incorrectly practicing communion, focusing on their divisions and selfish behaviors during their gatherings. He emphasizes that communion is a celebratory thing meant to unite us as a family under Jesus, encouraging the us all not only to receive, but to give within this community-focused event. Pastor Brad highlights the importance of waiting for one another as a family, engaging with each other in genuine fellowship, and aligning our gatherings with Jesus' teachings, ensuring we're not merely spectators but active participants in embodying the unity and love Jesus exemplifies.