How to be free from ‘How to’ | Galatians 2:17-19
In writing to Timothy, the Apostle Paul says that there are those who want to be teachers of the Law, though they do not understand what they are saying, because they don’t understand that the Law is not for believers. This is the basis of the argument when Paul confronted Peter in Galatians 2. Why then did God give the Law? What was the purpose if not to provide a manual to live by? These questions are answered in this message by Pastor Ross.
Justification by Faith - Why This Matters | Galatians 2:14-21
Justification by faith and not by works of the law is one of the central and most important doctrines of the Christian faith. But why is so important? Pastor Ross explains what it means to be justified by grace and the glory of what it leads to by exploring what the Apostle Paul said to Peter when he confronted his hypocrisy in Galatians chapter 2.
Where is your God? | Psalm 42
God’s presence is a guarantee and a promise of the new covenant but what do we do when God feels distant? Or worse, when we feel indifferent to his presence with us. Psalm 42 is a description of our human experience of loneliness and despair in the life of faith. Pastor Robin describes God’s response in Psalm 42 as a new covenant privilege.
Addressing Hypocrisy in the Church and in Our Own Lives | Galatians 2:11-14
In this sermon, Pastor Ross teaches from Galatians chapter 2, verses 11-14, where the Apostle Paul boldly confronts Peter for his hypocritical behavior. This passage offers profound insights into the dangers of hypocrisy within the Christian community and the importance of standing firm in the truth of the Gospel. Join us as we explore the significance of accountability, the courage to correct and be corrected, and the transformative power of humility and repentance. Whether you're struggling with hypocrisy or seeking to grow in integrity, this message will challenge and inspire you to live out your faith authentically.
Finding Refuge in God's Protection | Psalm 91
Join Pastor Josh as he delves into Psalm 91, exploring the profound message of God's protection and refuge in times of trouble. In this inspiring sermon, discover how faith in God's promises can provide comfort and strength. Don't miss this uplifting and empowering message that reminds us of God's unwavering love and care.
Freed from the Law to Live in Jesus | Galatians 2:1-10
Like William Wallace, the great cry of every Christian ought to be “Freedom!” Because of Christ, we are freed from the Law, to live under grace. But what does it mean to be free from the Law? Don’t we still have some obligation to it? In this message, Pastor Ross explains what living under a Law system looks like compared to living under grace with Jesus.
A Revelation of Jesus Christ will set you free | Galatians 1:11-24
One of the hardest things in life is to change what we think. The Apostle Paul faced a crisis after encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus. Would he hold on to everything he believed and was taught growing up? Or would he lay it all aside to follow Jesus. The revelation of Jesus Christ that included a revelation of his flesh, along with who Jesus is, who he was in Jesus, and who Jesus was in him forever changed him and the course of history.
How to stop being a people pleaser | Galatians 1:10
There has always existed pressure to adapt the gospel of grace that is Jesus plus nothing, to become more pleasing to others. Either to add in some rules and religious laws to make people "keep" the grace of God, or to smudge what God's word says so that the world caught up in their sin wouldn't be offended. But Jesus came with grace and truth, and like the Apostle Paul, we are not seeking the approval of man because we have become bond-slaves of Christ.
A Distorted Gospel is No Gospel At All | Galatians 1:6-9
Paul's letter to the Galatians quickly went from a cold opening, to a hot rebuke. He confronts them with the ease and speed in which they abandoned God for a gospel of self-works and legalism.
Continue in Grace | Galatians 1:1-5
We begin a study of Paul's letter to the Galatians. It is a powerful letter where the Apostle Paul argues for the freedom that was paid for by Jesus Christ. Not just for the moment of salvation, but that "we might be saved from the present evil age" through the grace of God today.