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Christian Unity in Three Steps Oct 28, 2022

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Real differences exist between real Christians. But where we lack unity of conviction, we can share unity of humble, sacrificial disposition.

Step One in Preparing to Suffer Oct 26, 2022

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We ready ourselves to suffer well when we look our life dead in the eye and say with Paul, “I count it all as loss compared to Christ.”

Is Suffering a Paradox for Christian Hedonists? Oct 24, 2022

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When Christ died, so did our sin-loving selves. Now, God sends suffering to weed out the sin that lingers and stunts our joy in Christ.

How Much Speculation Should We Bring into Sermons? Oct 21, 2022

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Preachers are emissaries of God’s revealed truth. So how should we talk about parts of the text we don’t understand?

The Relational Pain of Ministry Oct 19, 2022

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Christian ministry is relationally painful. Friends in the ministry can leave and never return, as even the apostle Paul experienced near the end of his life.

How Do People Shipwreck Their Faith? Oct 17, 2022

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Jesus, Paul, Peter, and the author of Hebrews all describe people who begin well in the Christian life before eventually making shipwreck of their faith.

How Can I Learn to Receive Criticism? Oct 14, 2022

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No one likes to receive criticism, even when it’s well-intended. How can we learn to control our emotional responses and remain grounded in the love of Christ?

Becoming Unshakable in a World of Pain Oct 12, 2022

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We all face crises, and without grace, we find our world collapsing in the midst of them. But there is strong and stable hope in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Is Any Part of Life Morally Neutral? Oct 10, 2022

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Scripture calls us to do everything for the glory of God. Does that mean no action we take is morally neutral?

Will My Spouse Be My Best Friend in Heaven? Oct 07, 2022

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What will the relationship between husband and wife be like in the age to come? Pastor John explains how the best parts of marriage point ahead to eternal joy.