God's Hidden Mystery - Christ in You | 1 Corinthians 2:6-13
God's wisdom was hidden from the rulers of this age and even previous generations. It wasn't revealed until the cross of Jesus that we discover God's plan from before the foundations of the world - Christ living in us today. This mystery is the power God supplies for us each and every day.
The Centrality of Jesus Christ and Him Crucified | 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Paul had at the heart of his ministry and life a simple goal - to know nothing among others except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. That was the heart of what he shared, and how he lived. And it is that mindset that we need in our lives too.
The Holy Spirit, Our Advocate
The Holy Spirit has many descriptors in the Bible. One of the most misunderstood one is the title of ‘advocate’. Today Pastor Robin helps us discern what that characteristic of the Holy Spirit can mean for us in our everyday inner thought life battles.
Boasting in the Lord - Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification, Redemption | 1 Corinthians 1:29-31
The wisdom and the world stands in sharp contrast with the wisdom of God. But we don’t always see the influence that the world has on our thinking. The good news is that the freedom from this thinking is available to us today because of God’s doing, where Jesus has become our source of wisdom, and also our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.
Understanding God's Wisdom Leading to our Surrender | 1 Corinthians 1:19-31
God's way is not our way. This is more than just a cliche, it is helps us to understand that life cannot be found in the wisdom of the world. The wisdom of the world tells you get get stronger, get smarter, get more control and power and then you will be content in life. But that life is always seemingly just out of reach. But God's way is the opposite. It includes surrender, submission, humility, and weakness. But when we follow His path, we find real life in Him.
The Real Meaning of Baptism | 1 Corinthians 1:17-18
Baptism in the church is not an end unto itself. It is a sign, pointing to a deeper reality. More than forgiveness, baptism points us to our union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. Where the old self was crucified, so that you can be born again as a new creation with Christ living in and through you. Pastor Ross helps us to understand this message of the cross, and how it leads us to experience the power of God today.
The Holy Spirit, Our Teacher
There’s nothing worse than trying to navigate a path to a destination and not knowing where to go. Scripture promises us that God would send his Spirit to teach and guide us through the trials of life. Yet, how many of us engage in relationship with the Holy Spirit. And what should we? Today Pastor Robin shows us the value of trusting the Holy Spirit as your teacher is the key to transformation in the Christian life.
Who are you Following? - Understanding What Discipleship Really Is | 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Discipleship is more than a buzzword within the Church, and yet a focus on the topic comes and goes with the tide. That's because we have misunderstood what is the key part of discipleship, understanding who you are following. In this passage, Pastor Ross compares what the Corinthians were doing with what much of the Church has done today in following people and various teachers, instead of THE Teacher.
Fellowship with God | 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
The Apostle Paul opens his first letter to the Corinthians with an introduction to the Corinth. But more than just introducing himself as the author, Paul lays a foundation for the rest of the letter. He is setting the terms of the discussion around his authority, unity in Christ, why we need to address issues of morality, pride and spiritual gifts, judgement and resurrection, and our fellowship with God.
Saints by Calling | 1 Corinthians 1:1-2
Identity comes before purpose. This means that knowing who you are will help you understand what you are to do. In the opening verses of 1 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul reminds the Corinthians who they are, before reminding them of what they are to do.