Sermon, Sunday, November 15, 2020

Gospel Preaching 101

Paul isn't a seminary professor, but he is teaching that wordly wisdom has no place in gospel preaching. True disciples know that only God's wisdom (and its focus on the cross) can change hearts.

Sermon, Sunday, November 8, 2020

Our Sufficient Christ

God does for his own in Christ what they can't do for themselves. True disciples know that only a gospel like that can bring the boasting of men to nothing. 

Sermon, Sunday, November 1, 2020

The Ironic Church

The ironic gospel turns the church upside-down. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 25, 2020

 The Ironic Gospel

God's ways are not our ways.

The salvation of sinners doesn't depend on worldly wisdom and power. True disciples know that when they boast in the cross, and not men, God gets the glory. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 18, 2020

 New Thoughts About Unity

Paul warns that unity is at risk when Christians live in "old" worldly ways. True disciples know that the gospel calls us to "new" ways that focus on Jesus and build up the church.

Sermon, Sunday, October 11, 2020

 Is Christ Divided?

No, he's not. And because Christ isn't neither should we be divided. True disciples know that spiritual "speech" and "knowledge" help them to live out their unity -- not quarrel about diversity.

Sermon, Sunday, September 27, 2020

 Confirmed to the End

Paul is thankful that God's work among the Corinthians is for real. True disciples know that when sanctification takes root, God will complete it in the day of Christ Jesus.

Sermon, Sunday, September 20, 2020

 Called To Be Saints

Paul begins1 Corinthians with an emphasis on holiness. True disciples know that God's "call" involves a changed life that springs from our new identity in Christ -- the future has already taken root in our hearts.

Sermon, Sunday, September 13, 2020

 Timeless Wisdom for Our Times

1 Corinthians is filled with wisdom for the real world. True disciples know that Jesus' death and resurrection are the beginning of something new and that they are new in him -- starting now!

Sermon, Sunday, September 6, 2020

 Enthronement of the King

God's filling the tabernacle with his glory is a picture of the end in the new heavens and earth. True disciples see the enthroned LORD dwelling among the redeemed -- as it will be forever.

Sermon, Sunday, August 30, 2020

 Moses the Finisher

Moses' role in the tabernacle recalls God's role in the creation. True disciples know that God's saving presence and work is accessible at last -- hinted at in the Holy of Holies and finished through Jesus.

Sermon, Sunday, August 16, 2020

 Lessons from under a Tent

The tabernacle illustrates two destinations-- heaven and Mount Sinai. True disciples know that Christ has opened up both to sinners by shedding his blood on the cross.

Sermon, Sunday, August 9, 2020

 The Weight of Worship

Worship in the Bible is demanding and regulated by God. True disciples know that Christ has opened up the Holy Place, but worship is still "heavy" --and blessedly so!

Sermon, Sunday, August 2, 2020

Clean Land, Clean Hearts 

Israel's charge to "drive out" the Canaanites is a lesson in sanctification. True disciples know that Jesus is the Holy One of Israel-- and they're called to be holy as he is holy.

Sermon, Sunday, July 26, 2020

"No Other Name"

In days of old, God his his face from sinners in a cloud of glory. True disciples know that the Father has made himself known at last in the flesh of his Son Jesus.

Sermon, Sunday, July 19, 2020

"Name Above All Names"

God's name reveals his character. True disciples know that Yahweh's renewing the covenant illustrates his saving love.

Sermon, Sunday, July 12, 2020

"And they heard him gladly--"

Jesus' transfiguration confirms that he is the prophet like Moses. True disciples listen to him--heart, soul, mind, and strength.

Sermon, Sunday, July 5, 2020

"Show Me Thy Glory!"

Moses' 'transfiguration' confirms God's promise to abide with his people all the way. True disciples know that Christ is God's new covenant mediator--and they listen to him!

Sermon, June 28, 2020

The Cornerstone & Covid-19

Many forces are arrayed against God's people.But true disciples know that the church is a place of sure refuge because it depends on the Father's revelation and the Son's work.

Sermon June 21, 2020

Tabernacling with God

The Golden Calf story is a catastrophe!
But true disciples know that God hasn’t
withdrawn his presence forever. He reaches
out in Christ with grace so he can
dwell among us at last.

Hymn: "Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah" #592

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