Division in the church is dangerous. Jesus prayed for the unity of His followers. The Spirit moved Paul to plead with the church to be unified. What else does God’s Word say that helps us … The Church and Unity – The Need of UnityRead more
Author: Kevin Pierpont
Rejoice In the Lord – Philippians 3:1
There is a thread of rejoicing in the Lord that weaves throughout the Bible. In Philippians 3:1 we hear Paul calling believers to rejoice in the Lord. In fact, the overarching theme of Philippians is … Rejoice In the Lord – Philippians 3:1Read more
The Church and Unity – The Dangers of Disunity
The Bible teaches that in the church there should be unity. But what does unity in the church look like? What is the basis for unity in the church? In this first sermon in this … The Church and Unity – The Dangers of DisunityRead more
Honor Such Men – Philippians 2:25-30
We learn from the courageous example of Epaphroditus in Philippians 2:25-30 what it looks like for a member to serve in the church selflessly for the sake of the Gospel and the glory of God. … Honor Such Men – Philippians 2:25-30Read more
Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 9 – Weapons for Warfare
Prayer should be the attitude with which we take up the weapons of spiritual warfare and stand firm with our faith firmly fixed on God and His promises. We conclude this series on Spiritual Warfare … Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 9 – Weapons for WarfareRead more
No One Like Him – Philippians 2:19-24
Many Christians have a feeling that following Jesus shouldn’t be painful and costly, but only happy and profitable. So when we face the difficulties of life and the difficulties of taking a stand for Jesus … No One Like Him – Philippians 2:19-24Read more
Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 8 – Weapons for Warfare
The spiritual battle is fought mainly in what we think — it’s being fought over what we believe to be true. What we truly believe will determine how we live. We return to Ephesians 6 … Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 8 – Weapons for WarfareRead more
The Joy of Sacrifice – Philippians 2:17-18
Many Christians have a feeling that following Jesus shouldn’t be painful and costly, but only happy and profitable. So when we face the difficulties of life and the difficulties of taking a stand for Jesus … The Joy of Sacrifice – Philippians 2:17-18Read more
Resurrection Realities – 1 Corinthians 15:55-58
Death is an unpleasant topic for most people. For many, there is uncertainty and fear of death. Even many in the church don’t like to think or speak of death. The resurrection of Jesus from … Resurrection Realities – 1 Corinthians 15:55-58Read more
Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 7 – Weapons for Warfare
Ephesians 6:17 tells the believer in Jesus to “…take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God” as a part of our armor for the spiritual battle. … Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 7 – Weapons for WarfareRead more
Shine – Philippians 2:15-16
One reason believers in Jesus are being challenged to stop grumbling and disputing in Philippians 2 is for the sake of our testimony for Christ before the watching world. We’ll see that clearly as we … Shine – Philippians 2:15-16Read more
Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 6 – Weapons for Warfare
In spiritual warfare, God’s children need to put on the shoes of the Gospel of peace and take up the shield of faith. What are these pieces of spiritual armor and how do they help … Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 6 – Weapons for WarfareRead more