A Scheme of Satan

Topeka Bible Church - KS

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A Scheme of Satan

October 1, 2023 • Connor Kraus • 2 Corinthians 2:5–11

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.

What do you do when someone who has caused immense pain says "sorry." Forgiveness is something we all think is good, but to actually forgive is incredibly difficult. Practicing forgiveness does not even make sense without Jesus. If we fail to forgive someone who has truly repented, we cause excess grief to them. Not forgiving can feel satisfying in the moment, but it causes much more harm than good. So, who is in need of your forgiveness?

Accountability

January 7, 2024 • Connor Kraus • 2 Corinthians

Accountability can be difficult because the places we need to change most may be deeply painful and personal. As Paul wrapped up his fourth letter to the Corinthians (2 Corinthians 13:1-10), he implored them to consider their relationship with Christ and make changes before Paul's return visit. Connor used this section of Paul's letter to outline six qualities we must embrace when practicing accountability with others. We must be patient, humble, personal, challenging, encouraging, and prayerful.

Paul vs Superapostles

December 31, 2023 • Connor Kraus • 2 Corinthians

Paul encourages the Corinthians to follow Jesus' example of engaging with the culture without succumbing to it. Christ didn't behave in a culturally superior way or desire cultural acceptance. He transformed the world through the spirit of God in the Gospel message and finding life in his sacrifice. He walked a perfect middle line that shows us how to walk as Christians and not flirt with the things Satan throws our way. We can walk that line through evangelism, being a good neighbor, and being truthful.

How To Brag

December 17, 2023 • Connor Kraus • 2 Corinthians

Bragging is often looked at as a bad thing, but what if you are bragging about what God has done? Pastor Connor Kraus continues our sermon series through 2 Corinthians and goes over the fine line between boasting ones own efforts, bragging on others, and giving the glory to God.