Sermons on Character
If you are following along in your study book, then you know that this week we will be thinking about a psalm of imprecation (aka an imprecatory psalm). We will specifically be looking at Psalm 55 and its historical context—the rebellion of his son, Absalom.I believe that Psalm 55 is unique in that it provides…
This past month, we’ve been studying some of what God’s Word has to say about Practicing the Way of Peace. Today we will be jumping ahead to the teachings of Jesus on the topic of conflict resolution. He addresses the issue of conflict and reconciliation on several occasions throughout the four gospels. Most of our…
Last week, we looked at the early life of David and his interaction with a foolish man named Nabal. At this early point in his life, David did not display a high level of maturity when he responded to Nabal’s disrespectful remarks. Much has happened in David’s life since that encounter—way too much to even…
The church should be “a group of individuals who, despite their differences, are willing to show love for one another through putting the well-being of others first. This will always mean speaking the truth and acting on the truth, but doing so in love. It will also mean having the humility to admit when we…
As we embark on this journey through the “One Another” Commands in the New Testament, I want us to not lose sight of the prevailing goal of this series —we want to Unite People to One Another. In order to make that happen, we must learn how to get along with one another. The first…
Character or competency—which is most important? Too many people today consider competency the most important factor for a successful life. Admittedly, there are some jobs out there that are benefited by a lack of moral character in their employees; but when it comes to living the Christian life, character is paramount! Those who are Christ followers are God’s vessels, but our lives determine whether we are vessels “for honorable use… [or] for dishonorable”—will we be faithful to God and His Word or unfaithful?