01:49 Prayers Change The World

02:59 Kindle And Prayer Power

05:18 David Faces Philistines

08:44 Real Enemy Needs Prayer

13:33 Armor Of God And Prayer

15:37 Pray For Church Mission

17:13 Beseech A Sovereign God

19:48 Self Reliance Temptation

21:12 F22 Illustration Setup

21:44 Don’t Shelf Prayer

23:09 Prayer Changes Outcomes

25:13 Paul on Sovereignty

26:49 Trust God’s Answers

30:16 Big Bold Requests

31:29 New Battle Strategy

33:36 Limited Human Wisdom

34:31 Open Handed Praying

38:31 Active Obedience Waiting

41:04 Communion and the Cross

44:41 Final Prayer and Charge

7:55 Point 1 — Joy of a Clear Conscience

16:29 Point 2 — Joy of Perseverance

21:12 Point 3 — Joy of Peace

29:02 Point 4 — Joy of Hope

35:31 Point 5 — Joy of Comfort

41:12 Closing

00:17 Why Preparation Matters

01:39 Pray Before Reading

03:21 Transformative Understanding

09:19 Delight and Spirit Help

20:35 Persist in Prayer

22:22 Transformative Desires

33:06 Transformative Confidence

41:22 Wrap Up and Prayer

11:42 — 1. Make Bible reading relational

21:42 — 2. Come hungry and come teachable

36:19 — 3. Acquire a taste for the riches of God’s Word

44:14 — Final call

46:43 — Closing prayer

00:22 Acrostic and Structure

01:46 Why Psalm 119 Matters

03:52 Summer Goals in the Word

04:52 HAGS and Blessed Life

05:52 Reading Psalm 119:1-8

07:22 Defining Blessed Joy

09:35 Blameless and Holy Happiness

13:22 Walk Keep Seek

13:51 Get Serious Like Pilots

16:57 Walking in the Law

18:47 Keeping and Seeking Wholeheartedly

22:58 Get Focused and Diligent

25:30 Diligent Daily Word

26:18 For Your Good

27:41 Gods Word Rewards

29:34 If Only Steadfast

31:45 Fix Eyes On All

33:06 Height Requirement Resolve

35:09 Determined To Worship

40:29 Security In His Voice

43:47 Quiet Time Challenge

44:55 Pray Read Reflect Pray

47:43 Final Exhortation Prayer

01:11 Scorpions in Arizona

03:53 From Scorpions to Satan

05:02 Reading 1 Peter 5

05:16 Who Satan Really Is

06:51 Know His Strategies

11:14 What Satan Cannot Do

14:46 What Satan Does Do

15:14 Deception and False Light

18:16 Temptation and Mind Attacks

21:54 Harassment and Isolation

24:29 Why Satan Keeps Fighting

25:07 Satan's Hatred and Hunt

26:11 Be Sober and Watchful

27:14 Home Alone Vigilance

28:55 War Zone Alertness

33:24 Guard Your Perimeter

37:26 Resist Firm in Faith

38:46 Draw Near to God

40:26 Armor of God Daily

44:17 Fight in Community

47:55 No Days Off and Prayer

02:02 Defining Humility

02:46 Why Humility Matters

04:04 1 Peter 5 Setup

05:10 Clothe Yourselves

09:53 God Opposes Pride

14:11 What Pride Looks Like

19:23 What Humility Looks Like

21:56 Humility in Scripture

24:44 Humble Under God

25:24 Active and Passive Humility

27:24 Under Gods Mighty Hand

29:54 Exaltation at Proper Time

31:06 Humility Now Exaltation Later

33:30 Why God Keeps Us Humble

36:18 Gospel Cure for Pride

37:41 Suffering Before Glory

41:42 Cast Anxieties on Him

44:51 Anxiety Control and Trust

47:57 Practical Ways to Trust

52:09 Choose Humility and Pray

01:20 Why Pastors Matter

02:24 Reading First Peter Five

02:43 What Is An Elder

04:03 Elder Overseer Pastor

06:14 Church Leadership Models

09:23 Peter Fellow Elder

10:29 Shepherd Like Jesus

11:56 Serve From Genuine Love

15:45 Willing Not Compelled

17:42 Hired Hand Versus Shepherd

18:58 Knowing The Flock

21:23 Oversight And Authority

22:43 Winsome Integrity

23:41 Not For Shameful Gain

27:36 Rejecting Domineering Leadership

30:49 Leading By Example

33:41 Pray For Your Pastors

34:58 Serving For Jesus

38:57 Unfading Crown Promise

40:29 Communion And Remembrance

42:13 Communion Warnings

44:00 Lord’s Supper And Prayer

01:12 Events That Shape Us

02:09 The Defining Moment

03:12 What If He Didn't Rise

04:08 Romans 4 25 Explained

04:51 Delivered For Our Sins

06:49 Raised For Justification

07:13 What Resurrection Means

09:23 Can We Trust It

12:45 Myths Versus Jesus

14:06 Why Death Couldn't Hold Him

15:42 If No Resurrection No Substitute

16:51 The Substitute Illustrated

18:41 Sinless Proof From Scripture

19:55 How Jesus Died Sinless

20:52 Victory Over Death

21:44 What Justification Means

22:58 Why Other Religions Fail

25:34 Empty Tomb Proof

26:55 Forgiven Past Present Future

30:20 Debt Paid New Life

31:56 Walking In Newness

35:29 Heart Transplant Illustration

38:52 Hope In Life And Death

41:06 Invitation And Prayer

01:44 What Deism Really Is

03:46 Hold Fast Not Let Go

04:38 Why The Church Suffers

05:41 Judgment Begins At Home

06:21 Refining Not Wrath

08:03 Old Testament Backdrop

12:28 Expect God To Refine

16:13 Guarding The Local Church

23:40 Warning For Unbelievers

26:31 Saved With Difficulty

29:33 Hell Gives Perspective

33:28 Battleship Not Cruise

36:05 What Hell Is Like

37:07 Is Hell Eternal

41:42 Suffering In Gods Will

45:50 Entrust Your Soul

47:21 Active Faith In Trials

48:36 Wear Out Not Rust

51:28 Final Prayer And Charge

01:14 Passing Time vs Purpose

02:04 Redeem the Time

03:16 Open to First Peter

03:46 The End Is Near

07:13 Self Control and Sobriety

08:41 Prayers and Hidden Sin

10:49 Tend to Godliness

13:59 Affections Over Willpower

20:38 Love Covers Offenses

23:41 Hospitality Without Grumbling

25:27 Tend to Your Love

26:15 Earnest Genuine Love

26:50 Objections To Loving

28:40 Love Marks New Birth

30:53 Mercy Covers Offenses

34:21 Hospitality Without Grumbling

37:16 Open Your Home Challenge

41:26 Serve With Your Gifts

44:12 Speaking And Serving Well

46:51 Sign Up And Redeem Time

49:05 Final Call And Prayer

01:35 Mortality Changes Priorities

02:47 Strange to the World

03:11 Time Before Conversion

04:45 Vice List Explained

07:08 Drunkenness Warning

11:27 Leave Worldliness Behind

12:11 Salvation Transforms

13:16 Michael Jordan Illustration

16:07 Know Yourself

18:22 Know the World

21:04 Know the Word

23:07 Practice Self Control

24:28 When the World Mocks

25:21 Maligned for Holiness

26:21 Christ the Final Judge

27:15 Bema and White Throne

28:31 Stand Firm Under Pressure

29:10 Fear Consequences Not Loss

32:18 Ski Lift Warning Story

35:07 Sin Lure and Hook

36:12 Why They Call You Weird

38:38 Gospel Preached to Dead

42:02 Death Brick Wall Reality

44:04 Come to Christ Today

46:24 Fix Your Eyes on Jesus

48:11 Gospely Habits and Community

49:02 Better Strange Than Stranger

49:25 Final Prayer and Appeal

00:58 What to Expect Analogy

02:25 Reading 1 Peter 4

04:01 Arm Yourselves Explained

04:59 Soldiers of Christ

08:14 Embrace Wartime Mentality

12:13 Distractions and Social Media

14:09 Memento Mori Resolve

19:41 Ceased From Sin Puzzle

21:49 Interpreting the Options

23:04 Suffering Proves Union

24:48 Comfort in Sacrifice

26:02 Exiles Not At Home

27:17 Friction With World

29:48 Everyday Costly Choices

34:23 Live for God's Will

35:57 Align Desires Daily

38:20 Good vs Better Parenting

42:40 New Creation and Cross

43:49 Communion Self-Examination

45:13 Remembering His Death

46:54 Prayer and Sending Out

01:18 From Pearl Harbor to the Devil’s Greatest Miscalculation

03:24 1 Peter 3:17–18 Setup: Suffering, Gospel Hope, and Christ’s Death

04:40 “Once for Sins”: The One-Time Sacrifice and the Great Exchange

07:18 Why the Cross Had to Happen: Brought to God Through Substitution

09:55 Take Heart: Your Sin Is Fully Forgiven in Christ

11:05 Dead in Sin Without Christ: The Chasm We Can’t Cross

14:48 Electrolysis Illustration: How Christ Takes Our Corruption

16:55 Made Alive in the Spirit: The Resurrection and a Tricky Text

17:58 “Spirits in Prison”: Competing Views and the Days of Noah

20:11 Genesis 6 and Demonic Rebellion: Christ’s Victory Proclaimed

22:05 Noah, the Imprisoned Spirits, and Christ’s Victory Proclamation

23:12 Encouragement for Persecuted Believers: The Real Battle Is Spiritual

24:05 Take Heart: The Enemy Is Defeated (War Won, Battles Ongoing)

26:05 Why Satan Still Fights + Recovering a Robust View of Spiritual Warfare

27:57 Practical Weapons for the Fight: Word, Worship, Mind, and Hope

30:30 Baptism and the Ark: Saved by Being Placed Into Christ

33:07 Jesus Ascended: Right Hand of God and Interceding for You

35:04 Take Heart: Your Savior Holds You Forever (Security in Suffering)

37:35 The Enemy Thought He Won… Until the Cross, Resurrection, and Ascension

40:16 Final Encouragement and Closing Prayer

00:55 Why the Bible Keeps Talking About Suffering

02:16 Elizabeth Elliot: “Not at the Mercy of Chance”

04:04 Read the Passage: 1 Peter 3:13–14

04:25 “Who Is There to Harm You?” What Peter Means

07:40 Ultimate Security: Inheritance Kept in Heaven

10:11 Blessed When Persecuted: Don’t Fear Them

12:36 Point 1 — Welcome Suffering While Secure in Christ

12:56 Expect Persecution: Cross-Bearing Discipleship

15:45 Zealous for Good: Confidence vs. Compromise

17:55 Rollercoaster Lap Bar: “Click In” Your Walk with God

20:10 God’s Purposes in Suffering: Refining, Discipline, Rewards

21:13 Suffering That Makes People Ask: The Testimony We’re After

21:54 Sanctify Christ in Your Heart: Internal Readiness for External Trials

22:38 Isaiah 8 and Holy Fear: Don’t Fear What the Nations Fear

24:06 Always Be Prepared: No Understudies When You Suffer

26:28 Apologetics in Context: Defending Your Hope, Not Pet Topics

28:32 Let Your Suffering Spotlight Your Hope (Matthew 5 Light in Darkness)

31:32 Practical Ways to Show Hope + Daniel’s Steady Faith Under Pressure

33:44 When Suffering Preaches: 40 Martyrs & the Power of Witness

37:17 Hope Includes Vindication: Good Conscience, Gentleness, and God’s Justice

43:28 Endure While Waiting: Vindication of Jesus, the Cross, and Final Prayer

00:30 Series Introduction: Suffering Saints

00:38 Personal Anecdote: A Lesson from Sixth Grade

01:27 Natural Human Response to Attacks

01:49 Biblical Guidance on Retaliation

02:59 Peter's Teachings on Handling Evil

07:13 The Call to Bless and Pray for Enemies

13:49 Overcoming Natural Instincts with the Spirit

20:17 Motivation for Following Jesus' Example

24:15 David's Context and Psalm 34

25:02 Peter's Application to Elect Exiles

25:29 Loving Life and Seeing Good Days

26:51 Christian Karma and Eternal Perspective

28:38 Navigating Attacks with a Focus on Jesus

31:02 The Power of Words and Social Media

35:36 Forgiveness and Fixation on Jesus

49:26 Earthly Justice and Christian Response

52:52 Final Prayer and Reflection

01:32 The Mission of the Church: Following Christ in a Christless World

02:39 Unity in the Church: A Biblical Perspective

07:16 Guarding Against Division: A Call to Action

20:28 Brotherly Love and Compassion: Essential Attributes

25:03 The Good Samaritan and Compassion in Action

26:14 Building Strong Relationships in the Church

27:45 Genuine Care and Support Within the Community

30:30 The Importance of Community Groups

34:03 Consistently Seeking Christlike Humility

44:01 The Significance of Communion

49:02 Closing Prayer and Announcements

00:50 Church Swag and Its Significance

01:24 Series Recap: The Church's Purpose

02:10 The Call to Be Commissioned

02:37 Understanding 'To Live is Christ'

03:21 Why We Are Still Here: The Great Commission

04:03 The Great Commission: Matthew 28:18-20

04:58 Jesus' Authority and the Disciples' Doubts

08:39 The Seriousness of the Great Commission

14:38 Making Disciples: The Core Mission

20:06 The Great Commission: A Call for All Disciples

20:45 Overcoming Personal Doubts and Fears

21:50 Taking the Commission Personally

23:03 Understanding Your Sphere of Influence

24:21 Faith in Action: Bridging the Intellectual and Functional

30:31 The Importance of Baptism and Teaching

33:03 Discipleship: A Lifelong Journey

35:14 Corporate and Individual Discipleship

38:00 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

02:09 The Importance of Church Fellowship

03:30 Challenges to Church Community

05:57 The Call to Gather and Encourage

06:55 Understanding Hebrews 10:24-25

10:00 Reasons for Attending Church

14:05 The Necessity of Presence in Church

21:44 Encouraging One Another in Faith

25:23 Living in Light of Eternity

26:39 Encouraging Each Other Through Trials

27:44 Staying Busy While Waiting for Christ

33:59 Building Deeper Relationships

39:04 Stirring One Another to Love and Good Works

48:46 The Importance of Community

50:47 Concluding Prayer and Reflections

00:53 The Purpose of the Church

02:43 Exploring Ephesians 4:11-16

03:19 Understanding Church Offices

03:29 The Role of Apostles and Prophets 08:26 The Role of Evangelists and Pastors 10:37 The Importance of Ecclesial Authority

14:10 The Canon of Scripture

20:22 The Purpose of Preaching

23:18 Equipping the Saints for Ministry 24:35 Setting Up Church: The Team Behind the Scenes

25:42 The Importance of Community Groups

26:27 The Role of Ecclesial Authority

26:46 Equipping the Saints: Building Up and Shoring Up

28:03 Active Participation in Church

31:34 The Dangers of Spiritual Immaturity 36:30 The Safe Haven of the Church

38:12 The Goal: Exalting Christ

47:49 Communion: Remembering Christ's Sacrifice

52:27 Final Prayer and Dismissal

00:15 The Stereogram

01:46 Life's Perspective and God's Eternal View

03:18 Understanding Time Through Psalm 90

06:07 Moses' Reflection on Life and God's Judgment

08:24 The Brevity of Life and Human Limits

11:47 Embracing Our Limits and God's Limitlessness

19:58 The Transience of Life and God's Wrath

26:27 Living with Eternal Perspective

28:26 Understanding the Urgency of Life

29:04 Living with Purpose and Clarity

29:27 The Uncertainty of Time

30:11 Reflecting on Life's Priorities

34:49 Making the Best Use of Time

44:30 Living Dependently on God

47:53 Concluding Thoughts and Prayers

Scripture Memory And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. -Hebrews 10:24-25

Application Questions

1. Read Isaiah 40:6-8. What are some God-given limitations that you are tempted to dislike? How can these limitations be used as promptings for you to glorify God with them?

2. Read Psalm 90:12 and 39:4. How often do you consider the inevitability of your death? How can this unusual spiritual discipline stoke your growth in godliness?

3. Read James 4:14-16. What problems can occur in a Christian's life if they lose touch with their profound dependency upon Christ? Do you notice any signs in your life that signal a loss of awareness of your dependency?

4. Read Galatians 2:20. How does faith in Christ enable you to invest your time wisely without knowing for certain that it's the best decision you can make?

5. Read Psalm 127:1-2, John 9:4, and Ephesians 5:15-17. How does a biblical view of time inform your thinking about the rhythm of rest and work? What kind of contextual details should be considered when applying the command to make "the best use of the time?"

00:28 The Greatest Investment for 2026

01:30 Benefits of Daily Bible Reading

02:23 Proverbs 2: The Effort of Investment

03:50 Receiving and Treasuring God's Word

05:53 Intentionality in Bible Reading

07:59 Fail-Proof Spiritual Investing

15:08 Commitment and Practical Tips

19:50 Understanding the Fear of the Lord

22:43 The Fear of God and Its Benefits

24:41 The Importance of Daily Bible Reading

25:34 Investing in God's Word

28:49 Staying Consistent in Bible Reading

32:36 Experiencing Victory Through Scripture

36:25 The Battle Against Sin

41:29 Commitment to Daily Bible Reading in 2026

00:06 Catholic Church's Perspective on Mary

00:23 Misconceptions and Artistic Representations

00:54 Mary's True Role According to Scripture

02:23 Protestant Church's View on Mary

02:42 Mary as an Example for Believers

03:03 The Annunciation: Gabriel's Message to Mary

04:45 Understanding the Virgin Birth

05:29 Joseph's Role and Lineage

08:04 Mary's Faith and Readiness

11:33 The Holy Spirit's Role in Believers' Lives

19:15 Mary's Troubling Encounter with Gabriel

20:07 The Prophecy of Jesus' Birth and Reign

23:25 The Fifth Kingdom and Messianic Prophecies

24:41 Mary's Knowledge of Scripture

25:22 The Magnificat: Mary's Response

28:05 The Importance of Knowing Scripture

35:39 The Immaculate Conception Explained

41:35 Marvel at the Wonder of Christmas

47:49 Be Like Mary: Final Reflections

00:25 Teaching the Message of Jesus to Children

01:06 Scripture Memory and Bible Reading

01:56 The Christmas Story Through Apostle Paul's Lens

04:02 The Humility and Humanity of Jesus

08:42 Understanding the Hypostatic Union

14:25 The Sacrificial Love of Jesus

21:50 The Humiliation and Death of Jesus

25:09 The Unfathomable Death on the Cross

26:56 The Necessity of Jesus' Sacrifice

29:40 Reflecting on God's Love

30:46 Recalibrating Our Hearts This Christmas

35:09 Creative Ways to Love Your Family

39:17 Exalting Christ Through Our Actions

45:46 The Promise of Exaltation

47:37 Final Reflections and Prayer

00:52 The Origin of Nativity Scenes

02:04 The Spread of Nativity Scenes

03:05 The Significance of the Nativity Scene

03:49 Christmas Reminders and the Baby Jesus

04:42 Prophecies of Isaiah

08:04 The Messiah's Titles and Their Meanings

18:15 The Paradox of Jesus' Birth

21:28 The Wise Men and Their Journey

24:34 Focusing on Worship This Christmas

26:30 The True Significance of Christmas

27:20 Daily Reminders to Worship Christ

30:18 Trusting Christ with Your Christmas

32:19 Christ's Lordship Over Our Lives

38:19 The Ministry of Reconciliation

47:18 Communion: Remembering Christ's Sacrifice

00:34 The Tension Between Gratitude and Consumerism

00:59 The Call for Christians to Be Thankful

01:37 Isaiah 12: A Guide to Daily Thankfulness

02:03 Understanding the Messiah in Isaiah 11

03:09 The Millennial Kingdom and Gratitude

05:09 Personalizing Gratitude for the Cross

05:34 The Importance of Intentional Thankfulness

09:08 Reflecting on God's Anger and Mercy

15:22 The Comfort of God's Turned Away Anger

19:53 Public Testimony of Gratitude

25:48 Cultivating Thankfulness to Glorify God

26:29 The Power of Gratitude in Christian Life

28:10 Reflecting on God's Sacrifices and Blessings

30:01 Living a Life of Gratitude

32:45 Expressing Gratitude in Everyday Life

33:12 Paul's Example of Gratitude in Adversity

36:46 The Ultimate Goal of Thankfulness: Worship

44:53 Gratitude in Trials and Suffering

49:05 Encouragement to Maintain a Grateful Heart

00:20 The Role of Wives in Marriage

02:09 Examples of Strong Women

04:10 Biblical Instructions for Wives

05:45 Submission in Marriage

11:40 The Value of Submission

20:02 Transformative Power of Submission

22:31 True Beauty in Submission

24:11 Biblical Perspective on Physical Beauty

25:32 The True Source of Beauty

26:14 Seek Inner Beauty

27:52 The Imperishable Beauty of a Gentle and Quiet Spirit

32:03 Developing Inner Beauty: A Spiritual Regimen

35:46 Strong Wives: Submissive, Beautiful, and Confident

41:50 Trusting in God's Sovereignty

49:24 Concluding Prayer and Reflections

Application Questions

Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 3:1-2, 4. How can a wife's submission to her husband with the gentle and quiet spirit (3:4) result in her husband being won to Christ?

2. Read 1 Peter 3:3 and 1 Timothy 2:9-10. How can a wife know if she has crossed a line in this area and may be too concerned with her outward appearance? How much say should a husband have/exercise in his wife's physical appearance?

3. Read 1 Peter 3:5-6. How would you counsel the wife who is afraid and anxious about decisions her husband is making for the family? She wants to be submissive, but she sees the inevitable consequences that they will suffer for these decisions.

4. Read 1 Peter 3:6. How should a wife who is also a mother balance her submission to her husband alongside her convictions of what is best for her children when those two responsibilities seem to conflict with each other?

00:36 The Role of Husbands in Marriage

04:41 Understanding and Knowing Your Wife

06:30 Living Together in Unity

13:06 Sacrificial and Sanctifying Love

18:51 Honoring Your Wife

22:10 Understanding the Weaker Vessel

23:40 Caring for God's Daughter

25:27 Teaching Gentle Care

27:50 Chivalry and Spiritual Care

30:23 Addressing Abuse in Marriage

34:33 The Importance of Loving Your Wife

44:14 Generational Impact of Godly Leadership

47:51 Final Reflections and Prayer

00:49 The Parable of the Sower Explained

03:16 The Reality of Christian Suffering

04:34 Peter's Message on Suffering

08:16 Following Christ's Example in Suffering

13:43 The Privilege of Suffering for Christ

23:03 Peter's Reference to Isaiah 53

23:33 Jesus' Sinless Suffering

24:29 Jesus' Response to Suffering

26:42 Trusting God in Suffering

32:36 God's Knowledge and Justice

40:52 Purpose in Suffering

49:20 Final Prayer and Reflection

Application Questions Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 2:21 and Philippians 1:29. In what ways have you suffered as a Christian, and how has that suffering benefited your relationship with Christ?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:22-23. Is there ever an appropriate time for a Christian to retaliate? How can a Christian follow Christ's example without becoming a doormat for the world?

3. Read 1 Peter 2:22-23 and Psalm 139:1-6. How does knowing that God is fully aware of your suffering comfort you as you seek to patiently endure like Jesus?

4. Read 1 Peter 2:23 and Revelation 21:4. How would passages like these assist you in responding to someone who believes God is cruel, knowing that His children are suffering but not intervening to provide relief?

5. Read 1 Peter 2:24 and James 2:14-19. How are these two passages related? In other words, how does the relationship of faith and works, which James talks about, relate to the purpose of Jesus' death from 1 Peter 2:24?

6. Read 1 Peter 2:24-25. What are some sinful responses to suffering that you need to die to, and what are the positive responses that you need to embrace?

01:48 The True Source of Inspiration

02:34 Understanding Biblical Context

07:28 Historical Context of Slavery in the Roman Empire

11:23 Misinterpretations and True Teachings

20:35 Submission to Authority as Submission to God

23:14 Understanding Submission in Relationships

24:50 Biblical Context of Submission

28:07 Practical Application in Modern Workplaces

31:03 Enduring Unjust Suffering

31:58 The Graciousness of Enduring Suffering

32:29 Stoic Philosophy vs. Christian Submission

36:20 The Ultimate Reward for Faithful Submission

42:16 Reflecting on Christ's Sacrifice

44:34 Communion and Final Reflections

00:12 Biblical Guidance for Politics

01:33 Submitted Living Series Introduction

01:54 Ultimate Authority of God

02:21 Understanding Submission to Authority

04:23 Government as God's Creation

05:32 Historical Context of Government

09:45 Christian's Dual Citizenship

10:22 Engaging with Government

15:24 Unity in the Church

15:52 Jeremiah's Advice for Exiles

17:26 Submission to Governing Authorities

22:27 Living as Free People

25:45 The Lord's Sake and Ultimate Authority

26:46 Submission to Government and Biblical Conscience

28:44 Biblical Examples of Conscientious Objection

30:03 Understanding and Informing Conscience

31:25 Navigating Political Engagement as Christians

33:27 Balancing Secular and Sacred Obligations

40:48 Practical Applications and Modern Challenges

46:46 Final Exhortations and Eternal Citizenship

00:47 The Christian Perspective on Peace

01:48 Life at War: Spiritual Warfare

02:27 Understanding Our Identity as Exiles

03:32 Living as Sojourners in a Foreign Land

06:58 The Temptation to Make Ourselves at Home

17:21 Fighting the Passions of the Flesh

25:05 Practical Steps to Overcome Temptation

26:05 The Ongoing Battle Against Sin

27:04 Radical Measures Against Sin

27:51 Satan's Strategy and Our Vigilance

28:57 Consequences of Yielding to Sin

29:53 Strategies to Flee from Sin

34:53 Living Honorably Among Non-Believers

36:31 The Impact of Our Conduct on Evangelism

41:11 Enduring Persecution for Christ

43:04 The Ultimate Goal: Glorifying God

00:13 Exploring Specific Credit Card Benefits

01:52 The Purpose Behind Credit Card Perks

02:16 Perks of Belonging to Jesus

02:37 The Essential and Goodness of Church Involvement

03:07 Scriptural Foundations: 1 Peter 2:9-10

03:23 Israel and the Church: A Biblical Relationship

05:33 Our Special Status in Christ

06:22 Enjoying the Perks of God's Church

14:38 The Privilege of Being a Royal Priesthood

19:26 Holiness and Being Set Apart

21:47 Responsibilities of Our New Status

24:00 The Fall and Restoration Through Christ

24:28 Israel's Role and Our Calling to Proclaim God's Excellencies

25:54 Living Out Our Faith in the Church Community

27:39 Paul's Teachings on Genuine Love and Unity

30:53 Reflecting on the Church's Role and Personal Commitment

39:34 The Importance of God's Mercy and Love

47:02 Concluding Prayer and Call to Action

Application Questions

Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 2:9. Which of the titles Peter employs to describe the church encourages you the most and why?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:9. Are these titles individual or corporate? How has the spirit of independence and individualism that has contributed so much to the progress of America been detrimental to our understanding of and approach to the Church?

3. Read 1 Peter 2:9. How might the seemingly benign and everyday conversations you have with your unbelieving friends or the way you treat the barista at your local coffee shop still be an example of proclaiming the excellencies of Christ, even if you don't actually share the gospel?

4. What are some of the excellencies of Christ that you have experienced since becoming a believer?

5. Read 1 Peter 2:10. What is mercy, and how does it differ from grace? How does a believer still need the mercy of God? How should the mercy we have received show up in how we treat other people?

6. Check in on the memory verses for this month: 1 Peter 2:2-3.

00:52 Significant Life Choices

02:12 The Most Important Decision: What to Do with Jesus

03:05 Scriptural Insights: 1 Peter 2:4-5

04:44 Living Stones and Spiritual Sacrifices

08:23 The Importance of the Church Community

10:50 Commitment to Jesus and His Church

23:02 The Precious Cornerstone: Jesus Christ

25:46 The Honor of Faith Amid Trials

26:51 Holding Fast to Jesus: A Tag Analogy

27:38 Peter's Message to Political Exiles

28:33 Challenges to Faith and Hope

32:40 The Sovereignty of God in Salvation

37:28 The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel

44:15 Communion: A Time for Reflection and Unity

Application Questions Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 2:4-5, Ephesians 3:8-10, and Colossians 2:15. What makes the gathering of the church different from your family reunion, or the party your neighborhood HOA is throwing, or the sporting event at the sold-out stadium, or the weekly practices for your kids' soccer team? How does your weekly participation in the gathering of the local church testify to the importance and power of the gospel?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:4-5 and Ephesians 2:19-22. Why is your consistent church attendance so important? How does the body suffer without you there, even if you're not officially serving? What are some valid reasons for missing church?

3. Read 1 Peter 2:6-7a, Hebrews 3:6, and Hebrews 10:19-25. As you think about doubling down in holding fast to Christ, how does being a part of the "spiritual house," i.e., the local body of Christ, make that more attainable? How have you been blessed during times of difficulty by brothers and sisters who have come alongside you to strengthen your faith?

4. Read 1 Peter 2:7b-8 and 1 Corinthians 1:18-25. How many times did it take for you to respond to the gospel, and what changed for you to respond in faith? How does that encourage you when you consider the people in your life who don't know Jesus and may have already rejected your attempts at sharing the gospel?

5. Memory Verse: This month, we will be memorizing 1 Peter 2:2-3.

00:47 Parenting Challenges: The Pill Bottle Incident

01:58 Parenting Challenges: The Gummy Vitamins Incident

03:02 Spiritual Lesson: You Can Never Have Too Much God

03:40 Biblical Reference: Longing for Spiritual Milk

06:31 Understanding Spiritual Milk: Beyond Just the Bible

13:13 Practical Steps: Cultivating a Desire for God

17:49 The Importance of Spiritual Growth

20:12 The Importance of Spiritual Growth

20:54 Biblical References to Growth

22:10 Expecting Spiritual Growth

22:26 Personal Anecdote on Growth

23:32 Effort in Spiritual Growth

27:13 The Role of Discipline

31:38 Beware of Spiritual Apathy

38:26 Steps to Overcome Apathy

41:07 Final Prayer and Encouragement

Scripture Memory

Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. - 1 Peter 1:13

Application Questions

Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 2:2, Psalm 42:1, and Psalm 84:2. What are some things you long for in this life? What would it look like to long for Jesus that way each day?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:2, Hebrews 6:1, and Ephesians 4:15. What growth have you seen in your walk with Christ over the past few months? What are some ways you are challenging yourself to grow in your walk at the moment?

3. Read 1 Peter 2:2 and 2 Peter 1:5-11. What is the relationship between your discipline and work ethic in your daily life and your growth in your relationship with Jesus? (AKA: What does making your bed have to do with your spiritual progress?)

4. Read 1 Peter 2:3 and Hebrews 5:11-6:1. How have you battled through and come out on the other side of seasons of spiritual apathy in your life? What was the underlying cause of those seasons, and what were some of the lessons you learned in working through them?

5. Memory Verse: Recite 1 Peter 1:13 and discuss strategies to keep it fresh as we continue to add new verses beginning next week.

00:57 Childhood Memories and Church Experiences

03:34 The Power of Love in Christianity

05:47 Peter's Teachings on Love and Salvation

08:09 The Command to Love One Another

12:56 Practical Applications of Love

24:19 The Enduring Nature of God's Word

27:35 Understanding Enduring Love

28:30 Challenges of Loving Difficult People

30:35 The Transient Nature of Modern Love

32:35 The Riches of Christ's Love

33:13 Resources for Loving Others

33:26 The New Birth and Christ's Spirit

35:59 Christ's Word and Its Impact

39:41 Christ's Example of Love

42:51 Repudiating Sins That Corrode Love

50:52 Encouragement to Continue Loving

Application Questions Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx. org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 1:22, 1 John 4:7-8, and 1 Thess 4:9-10. How do Peter, John, and Paul's words confront the mindset that we are "loving enough," and why must Christians never grow complacent in their love for Christ and his Church?

2. What happens to a church that pursues love for others without ensuring their definition of love is determined by Scripture, and how can you guard against these errors?

3. Read 1 Peter 1:23-25 and 1 John 4:19. In what ways does the gospel motivate, inform, and even demand our love for other Christians, and what implications does this have for your participation and involvement in church life?

4. Read 1 Peter 2:1 and Col 3:8-11 (the same Greek word underlies the imperative to "put away" in these verses). Why are these "private sins" so destructive for our public good, and what strategies will you use when you sense them growing in your heart or the heart of another?

5. What would a typical Sunday morning look like when a church is committed to "love one another earnestly from a pure heart"? Pray for this verse to characterize our church.

00:17 Reflecting on a Heavy Week

02:19 Understanding the Impact of Tragedy

04:30 Scripture's Relevance in Times of Crisis

06:04 The Fear of God vs. Worldly Fear

07:50 Living as Exiles with a Fear of God

15:06 The Judgment Seat of Christ

22:06 Living Ready for the Bema Seat

24:51 Living in Readiness for the Bema Seat

25:10 Understanding the Concept of Ransom

28:03 The Ransom Theory of Atonement

31:45 Honoring Christ's Death with Your Life

42:06 Trusting in God's Sovereign Plan

44:43 Persevering with Eyes on Eternity

02:06 The Concept of Means, Method, and Motivation

03:04 Introduction to Holiness

05:01 Understanding Our Identity as Children of God

06:55 The Significance of Adoption in Christianity

11:51 The Call to Holiness

17:51 The Nature of Holiness

23:17 Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ

23:49 The Choice of Holiness

24:36 Synergistic Sanctification

26:29 Tools for Battling Sin

27:32 The Call to Complete Holiness

31:45 The Danger of Compromise

38:05 Holiness and Intimacy with God

45:34 The Ultimate Sacrifice and Communion

01:12 A Living Hope in Christ

01:46 The Battle for Hope: Mind Over Circumstances

02:00 Scriptural Foundation: 1 Peter 1:13

04:43 Dynamic Nature of Earthly Hope

07:08 Eternal Hope vs. Temporal Hope

10:33 Practical Applications of Eternal Hope

19:46 Preparing Your Mind for Action

23:13 Mind and Spirit: The Immaterial Impact

23:31 Preparing Your Mind for Action

24:32 Fighting for Hope in a Hostile World

26:44 Worldviews and Their Influence on Hope

28:18 The Limitations of Secular Solutions

32:23 The Sufficiency of God's Word

43:00 Defending Your Mind at All Costs

49:42 Concluding Thoughts on Hope and Mindfulness

00:28 Millennials: The Financially Struggling Generation

00:57 The Richest Generation vs. The Happiest Generation

01:46 Spiritual Wealth: Access to God's Word

02:31 The Privilege of Spiritual Wealth

03:06 Believing Without Seeing: Faith in Jesus

05:42 The Outcome of Faith: Salvation and Joy

12:07 Stirring Affections for Jesus

13:01 Loving Jesus: Practical Steps

18:45 Trusting Jesus: Building Faith

20:43 Rejoicing in Our Future with Jesus

25:38 The Prophets and Our Salvation

27:20 The Cross in Genesis: God's Plan from the Beginning

28:58 Prophets' Longing for the Gospel

30:56 The Riches of God's Word in Our Time

32:22 Mining the Gold of God's Word

40:21 The Challenge: Replace Doom Scrolling with Scripture

42:44 Angels' Fascination with the Gospel

45:25 Don't Treat the Good News Like Old News

50:06 Living Out the Joy of the Gospel

01:32 Peter's Message to the Elect Exiles

02:52 The Importance of the Resurrection

05:50 Understanding God's Mercy

07:34 Born Again to a Living Hope

12:21 The Inheritance Kept in Heaven

14:55 Energize Your Faith Through Living Hope

17:37 The Centrality of the Resurrection

20:33 Living Out Your Faith

21:11 The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel

23:11 Guarded by God's Power

27:43 Soothe Your Doubts with Living Hope

33:33 Reinforce Your Resolve Through Trials

37:48 Enduring Trials with Faith

49:06 Final Encouragement and Prayer

02:19 The Church in Exile: A Call to Action

03:56 Characteristics of a Church on Vacation

06:58 Defining the Church in Exile

10:15 Why Study 1 Peter?

15:46 Peter's Message to the Elect Exiles

23:42 Understanding Biblical Doctrine

24:50 The Concept of Election

27:33 Foreknowledge and Determinism

36:17 Sanctification Explained

42:12 Obedience and Faith

46:40 The Call to Evangelize

49:39 Conclusion and Encouragement

02:38 The Importance of Love in Ministry

04:15 Defining a Church that Loves God

06:43 Understanding Spiritual Gifts

11:14 The True Meaning of Love

14:37 Serving with the Right Heart

21:26 Prophetic Powers and Knowledge

23:30 The Limits of Knowledge and Faith Without Love

24:50 The Impact of Pastors and Teachers

27:25 Finding Pastors Who Love Well

29:07 Personal Stories of Pastoral Love

36:06 The True Measure of Love in Service

39:40 Loving People, Not Praises

43:59 The Ultimate Motivation for Love

01:09 Understanding God's Immutable Nature

02:01 Human Emotions vs. God's Steadiness

04:16 The Book of Malachi: Context and Themes

06:39 Israel's Failures and God's Love

11:43 Unfit Sacrifices and Priestly Failures

23:18 Marriage and Faithfulness Issues

25:25 God's View on Divorce and Marriage

27:05 The Importance of Marriage in God's Plan

31:30 God's Design for Marriage

33:14 The Call for Godly Offspring

38:50 Challenging God's Character

48:49 Final Reflections and Conclusion

00:25 Dating at The Master's College

00:53 Pastor PJ's DTR with Amanda

02:13 Historical Context of Haggai

02:45 Neglecting the Temple

04:00 Call to Rebuild the Temple

10:47 Encouragement to Continue Building

12:31 Modern Application: Prioritizing God

14:05 Investing Sacrificially in Your Walk with God

22:34 Paul's Example of Earthly Suffering

23:10 Reflecting on Your Relationship with God

23:34 Haggai's Message to the Priests

25:29 Building with Defiled Hands

29:45 Authentic Godliness vs. Going Through the Motions

37:18 God's Faithfulness and Our Hope

40:50 Final Reflections and Encouragement

00:19 Personal Struggles and Doubts

02:05 The Book of Habakkuk: An Overview

04:16 Habakkuk's Complaints to God

09:14 God's Response to Habakkuk

13:56 Trusting God's Sovereign Plan

27:53 Habakkuk's Prayer and Reflection

33:23 Conclusion: Faith and Salvation

00:44 The Struggle with Moral Evil

01:47 Historical Context: The Book of Nahum

04:31 God's Jealousy and Vengeance

06:34 Trusting in God's Justice

11:17 Finding Comfort in God's Character

19:43 God's Patience and Final Judgment

21:43 Nahum's Prophecy and the Destruction of Nineveh

23:28 Identifying Modern Adversaries and God's Compassion

25:49 The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

27:48 Remembering Our Own Sin and God's Patience

33:09 God's Wrath Against Assyria

36:40 Finding Solace in God's Wrath

43:47 Communion and Reflection on God's Justice

God has shown us what is good: respond to his love with wholehearted love and whole-life obedience.

1. Be Thankful God Tells You What's Good (8a)

2. Practice and Pursue Biblical Justice (8b)

3. Refuse to Go Through the Motions (8c)

4. Live Your Whole Life Coram Deo (8d)

00:00 Matt's Olympic Journey

01:16 The Wrong Target

02:14 Micah's Message

03:09 Defining the Good Life

04:53 Historical Context of Micah

07:51 Micah's Call for Justice

11:25 Understanding Biblical Goodness

19:28 The Good News in Romans

26:22 Pursuing Biblical Justice Today

27:14 Debating Justice: Two Perspectives

28:29 Biblical Justice and Immersion in God's Word

29:49 Living Out Biblical Justice in Daily Life

31:41 The Essence of Loving Kindness

32:32 Micah's Message: God's Steadfast Love

35:54 Loving to Love: Beyond Duty

41:36 Walking Humbly with God

44:39 Living Coram Deo: In God's Presence

47:57 Aiming at the Right Target: The Good Life

01:16 Jonah's Story: More Than Just a Fish Tale

02:38 The True Lesson of Jonah

04:30 Jonah's Reluctance and God's Persistence

06:29 Jonah's Mission to Nineveh

08:46 Jonah's Disobedience and Consequences

17:21 Lessons from Jonah's Rebellion

25:33 Jonah's Prayer and Reflection

27:36 Jonah's Reluctant Obedience

28:37 The Size and Significance of Nineveh

29:32 Jonah's Begrudging Message

30:43 Nineveh's Repentance

32:08 God's Mercy and Jonah's Anger

33:50 Jonah's Lesson on Mercy

36:26 The Plant and the Worm

38:11 Reflecting on Mercy and Grace

41:04 Caring for Others as Jesus Does

47:47 Prayer

00:41 The Relationship Between Israel and the Church

02:49 The Book of Obadiah: Author and Historical Context

03:52 God's Judgment on Edom

06:20 The Sin of Pride and Arrogance

10:51 Historical Conflict Between Edom and Israel

17:44 Future Judgment and Restoration

21:09 Understanding Dispensationalism

22:45 The Seven Dispensations Explained

25:56 Progressive Dispensationalism

27:57 Applying Obadiah's Message to the Church

28:53 Feeling Small Before God's Sovereign Plan

33:33 Trusting in God's Justice

41:10 Sharing the Gospel Amidst Global Chaos

45:31 Are You Ready for Christ's Return?

00:40 God's Concern for the Needy in Amos

01:55 Historical Context of Amos

04:35 Judgment Against Israel and Neighboring Nations

05:48 Specific Indictments Against Israel

11:13 The Fear and Love of God

18:33 Israel's Neglect of Justice and Righteousness

23:56 The Day of the Lord and Injustice

24:32 Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice

25:32 Righteousness and Justice in the Church

27:07 Practical Applications of Justice

28:26 Scriptural Foundations for Justice

34:56 Conviction and Change

45:42 The Parable of the Good Samaritan

01:07 The Unchanging Message of the Bible

01:23 The Concept of Sin and Holiness

03:55 The Book of Joel: Context and Themes

06:50 Locust Plagues and Their Significance

11:58 The Day of the Lord: Eschatological Judgment

17:06 Repentance and Daily Christian Life

23:48 Paul's Blamelessness and Keeping Short Accounts

24:21 Anticipating and Planning to Avoid Sin

26:44 God's Call for Genuine Repentance

29:34 The Future Repentance and Deliverance of Israel

39:52 The Day of the Lord and Final Judgment

43:35 Motivation for Repentance and Eternal Rewards

00:23 Understanding the Minor Prophets

01:33 The Book of Hosea: Historical Context

03:35 Hosea's Message: Judgment and Hope

08:00 Living Parable: Hosea and Gomer

15:40 Israel's Unfaithfulness and God's Judgment

20:11 Modern Reflections: Recognizing Our Own Unfaithfulness

27:23 God's Promise of Restoration

28:01 Reversing the Names: A Symbol of Hope

29:37 God's Alluring Love

32:31 The New Covenant and the Holy Spirit

33:52 Responding to God's Pursuit

37:51 God's Unfailing Love and Redemption

41:55 The Cost of Redemption

47:37 Reflecting on the Cross

51:34 Conclusion: Embracing God's Love

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Discipleship

00:28 Leadership Development Insights

01:56 Jesus' Final Instructions to Peter

04:23 Peter's Restoration and Future

07:51 The Cost of Following Jesus

11:28 Dying to Self and Redefining Life

20:55 Following Jesus Without Distraction

25:30 The Trap of Comparisons

25:53 Social Media and Unrealistic Standards

26:44 Spiritual Comparisons and Self-Righteousness

28:21 Running Your Own Race

30:09 Daily Dependence on God

32:27 The Call to Follow Jesus

36:58 Challenges in Following Jesus

43:47 A Call to the Church

48:45 Final Reflections and Commitment

00:40 The Significance of Peter's Restoration

01:51 Jesus' Conversation with Peter

02:34 Context of the Disciples and Peter's Past

04:11 The Three Questions of Love

06:44 The Deeper Meaning of Love in Greek

13:31 The Purpose of God's Mercy

15:08 Paul's Example of Mercy and Purpose

16:03 The Tunnel Analogy and God's Mercy

20:12 Peter's Continued Need for Mercy

22:59 Jesus' Grace and Commission to Peter

23:54 Jesus Commissions Peter

25:16 Understanding God's Grace

25:55 Paul's Thorn and God's Power

27:06 Serving with God's Grace

32:18 Practical Ways to Serve in the Church

34:50 Living for God's Glory

43:33 Conclusion: Imperfect People, Perfect Plan

00:33 The Best of Intentions

01:39 Avoiding the Monday Fog

02:40 Jesus Appears at the Sea of Tiberius

04:31 Lessons from the Disciples' Fishing Trip

14:28 Recognizing Jesus

17:52 The Miraculous Catch of Fish

18:40 Peter's Devotion to Jesus

19:47 Jesus' Callbacks and Symbolism

21:13 Pursuing Jesus Like Peter

22:49 Overcoming Obstacles to Be with Jesus

34:07 Feasting with Jesus Every Day

38:09 Concluding Reflections and Communion

00:04 Extravaganza of Easter: Beyond the Celebration

00:33 Mega Churches and Their Messages

02:51 The Biblical Perspective on Prosperity

03:14 Jesus' Post-Resurrection Appearances

07:44 Finding Peace in the Presence of Jesus

09:50 Fear and Anxiety: Remedies in Christ

18:30 The Great Commission: Overcoming Fear with Action

25:42 Overcoming Fear Through Action

26:22 Building Relationships with Neighbors

27:37 Research and Address Your Fears

28:28 Pray for Revival and Read Biographies

30:08 Doubting Thomas: A Lesson in Faith

31:29 Jesus' Patience with Thomas

37:35 Faith: Not an Elevator but Stairs

42:46 Finding Hope and Life with Jesus

43:56 The Present and Future Blessings of Faith

47:53 Knowing Who Wins in the End

01:37 The Most Important Information You'll Ever Hear

03:51 The Empty Tomb: The Foundation of Christian Faith

08:56 Eyewitness Accounts and Historical Evidence

18:09 Scholarly Consensus on the Resurrection

23:20 The Transformation of Saul and the Empty Tomb

23:58 Mary's Encounter with the Angels

25:53 Jesus Reveals Himself to Mary

27:16 The Patience of God

29:42 A Call to Repentance

35:02 The Personal Nature of Jesus

38:11 The Urgency of Salvation

42:57 Final Plea and Conclusion

01:39 The Consequences of Sin

02:18 Illustrating the Gravity of Sin

03:42 The Crucifixion of Jesus

06:49 Jesus' Final Moments and Death

12:05 The Burial of Jesus

14:03 The Significance of Jesus' Death

16:51 The Humanity and Divinity of Jesus

17:57 Trusting in Jesus' Sacrifice

25:42 Reflecting on the Cross

34:31 Communion and Remembrance

00:00 The Frustrations of Calibration

00:35 The Importance of Calibration in Life

01:54 Calibrating Our Souls as Christians

02:24 The Suffering Savior: A Soul-Calibrating Reflection

03:22 The Brutality of Jesus' Flogging

06:37 Pilate's Character and Decision

10:59 The Humiliation of Jesus

14:14 The Significance of Jesus' Suffering

15:35 The Call to Holiness

24:28 Pilate's Dilemma and the Jews' Demand

26:59 The Jews' Strategy for Crucifixion

28:48 Demand for Crucifixion

29:45 Pilate's Dilemma

30:27 Jesus' Authority and God's Sovereignty

33:17 Calibrating Humility Through Jesus' Suffering

33:55 The Doctrine of Compatibilism

35:12 Human Responsibility and Divine Sovereignty

47:20 The Fear of Man vs. The Fear of God

53:31 Final Reflections on Jesus' Suffering

In this sermon, Pastor PJ talks about the struggle of understanding and appreciating art, likening it to our lives and God's work within them. Using the analogy of chaotic brush strokes on a canvas, PPJ reflects on how God's intentions are often unclear during times of chaos and suffering. As PPJ begins a new series on John 18, focusing on the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, they explore the significance of trusting in God's detailed plan. The sermon delves into Biblical gardens and the events in the Garden of Gethsemane, emphasizing God's sovereignty and control even in the face of betrayal and hardship. PPJ encourages listeners to have childlike faith, trust in God's plan, and remain obedient, despite life's trials. The discussion also highlights the importance of recognizing that our trials may serve purposes beyond our understanding, ultimately leading to growth and alignment with God's will.

00:00 Understanding Art and Life's Chaos

01:30 Trusting God's Plan in Trials

02:27 Introduction to John 18: The Gathering Storm

03:55 Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane

05:31 Significance of Biblical Gardens

07:04 Judas' Betrayal and God's Plan

12:42 God's Work in Life's Details

23:51 Jesus' Arrest: A Moment of Strength and Control

24:55 Jesus' Declaration: 'I Am He'

27:44 Jesus Protects His Disciples

29:55 God's Sovereignty in Our Trials

32:45 Lessons from Job: God's Control in Suffering

36:19 Biblical Examples of God's Guidance

38:50 Embracing God's Will in Our Trials

41:10 Peter's Misguided Zeal

47:00 Concluding Thoughts on Suffering and Faith

00:00 Introduction: The Dangers of Division

00:29 Fostering Unity in the Church

02:20 The Ultimate Goal: Being with Jesus

05:15 The Joy of Being in Jesus' Presence

15:15 Cultivating a Desire for Jesus

19:32 The Church's True Destination

23:03 The Means of Unity: Love

30:57 Conclusion: The Importance of Unity

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Pastor PJ explores the concept of essential needs in life and transitions to discussing the essentials of following Jesus, emphasizing the bare necessities of discipleship. These are illustrated through John 17:11-19 and include pursuing holiness for the health of the church, abiding in Christ for personal spiritual well-being, and pursuing the lost because their souls depend on it. This sermon also highlights the importance of the Word and Spirit in maintaining closeness with God and emphasizes the collective responsibility of Christians to evangelize and maintain unity within the church community.

00:00 Introduction: Bare Necessities of Life

02:02 Essentials of Discipleship

02:29 Jesus' High Priestly Prayer

04:42 The Intimacy of the Son and the Father

09:57 Pursue Holiness for the Church's Sake

20:00 Jesus' Protection and the Role of the Father

22:27 Abiding in Christ for Joy and Unity

25:10 Jesus' Prayer for Protection

26:54 The Reality of Following Jesus

28:26 Abiding in Christ

35:03 The Mission of Discipleship

36:54 Pursuing the Lost

41:29 Call to Action for Easter

46:42 Concluding Thoughts on Discipleship

Sermon Notes

00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts

00:26 Perks of Being a Pastor's Kid (PK)

01:13 Blessings of Being God's Kids (GK)

02:16 Jesus' High Priestly Prayer

02:59 Understanding Manifestation in the Bible

04:17 The Disciples' Relationship with God and Jesus

09:03 The Concept of Being 'In Christ'

09:50 Exploring the Blessings of Being 'In Christ'

14:58 Sanctification Explained

17:18 The Immense Privilege of Being in Christ

22:11 Reflecting on Our Blessings in Christ

22:35 Understanding Jesus' Teachings

24:00 The Disciples' Journey of Faith

25:02 Growth in Faith and Knowledge

27:36 The Progressive Nature of Spiritual Growth

36:58 Jesus' Prayer for His Disciples

39:08 The Profound Love of Jesus

41:42 Responding to Jesus' Love

46:27 Concluding Thoughts on Worship and Gratitude

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Sermon Notes

00:00 Welcome and Announcements

00:38 AI Stories and Heebie-Jeebies

01:43 Introduction to John 17

03:09 Jesus' Prayer for Glory

04:39 Context and Setting of John 17

08:12 The Authority of Jesus

13:48 Praying for a Mindset Consumed with God's Glory

21:22 Praying for Strong Marriages

22:16 Understanding Eternal Life

24:14 Knowing Jesus Intimately

32:49 Living a God-Glorifying Legacy

34:40 Reflecting on Our Legacy

41:10 Communion and the Glory of Christ

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In this sermon, the speaker examines the qualities that make up 'the right stuff' for a disciple of Jesus, drawing parallels from the Mercury 7 astronauts depicted in the 1983 film 'The Right Stuff.' Key traits discussed include humility, perpetual learning, and an awareness of human frailty. Utilizing John 16:25-33, the sermon highlights the disciples' journey to understand Jesus' teachings, the privilege of having full access to God's revelation through the Bible, and the importance of God's merciful patience when our faith falters. Practical strategies for deepening one's faith and making use of available resources are also shared.

00:00 Introduction: The Right Stuff and Mercury 7

00:54 The Right Stuff for Followers of Jesus

01:53 Understanding Jesus' Teachings

04:06 The Privilege of Direct Revelation

11:55 The Importance of Scripture and Historical Sacrifices

16:30 Maximizing Our Privileged Position

21:36 The Disciples' Struggle to Understand

25:10 The Danger of Becoming Dull of Hearing

26:35 Countering Cultural Brain Rot

27:54 The Decline of Reading Among Youth

29:48 The Call to Be Perpetual Learners

30:23 The Parable of the Talents and Our Responsibility

31:30 Transformation Through Knowledge and Experience

32:39 The Importance of Loving God's Word

34:57 Christianity: A Journey, Not a Waiting Game

36:08 Jesus' Prediction of the Disciples' Scattering

39:03 Take Heart: God's Merciful Patience

43:29 Living in the Victory of Christ

00:00 Pastor PJ's Nerdy Intro

01:22 What is Discipleship?

02:14 Jesus Prepares His Disciples

03:17 Understanding Jesus' Words

08:51 Challenged Expectations in Discipleship

14:27 Encouragement for Different Stages of Faith

20:16 Jesus' Honest Words on Sorrow and Joy

20:47 The Cost of Discipleship

22:39 Worldly Joy vs. Spiritual Joy

28:19 The Promise of Joy

29:54 A New Relationship with the Father

34:20 The Power of Prayer

38:39 Encouragement for Different Stages of Faith

42:08 The Unexpected Journey of Discipleship

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00:00 Predicting the Super Bowl Winner

00:50 The Futility of Knowing the Future

01:39 Desire for Prophecy and Its Implications

02:37 Biblical Examples of Prophecy

03:07 Hearing the Voice of God Today

04:46 The Role of the Holy Spirit

06:33 Guidance into All Truth

10:00 The Sufficiency of God's Word

11:36 The Assault on Truth

16:35 Spiritual Truth and the Role of the Spirit

20:01 The Living and Active Word of God

22:30 Reflecting on Time with Loved Ones

23:00 The Importance of Engaging with God's Word

23:57 Technological Advancements and Complacency

25:18 Valuing the Bible Over Modern Comforts

26:59 The Role of the Spirit in Our Lives

30:36 Understanding New Testament Prophecy

34:14 Testing the Spirits and Prophetic Standards

39:58 Worshiping and Praying to the Holy Spirit

43:19 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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Sermon Notes

00:00 Introduction to the Glory Cloud

00:45 Questioning the Role of the Holy Spirit

01:19 Jesus' Departure and the Promise of the Holy Spirit

02:00 Understanding the Importance of the Holy Spirit

02:53 Scriptural Insights on the Holy Spirit

03:07 Jesus Prepares His Disciples

04:10 The Advantage of Jesus' Departure

08:07 The Role of the Holy Spirit in a Christian's Life

14:44 The Spirit's Presence and the Trinity

16:46 Practical Impacts of the Holy Spirit

18:37 Navigating Flashing Red Lights

19:07 Appreciating Everyday Conveniences

19:41 The Spirit's Role in Worship

21:14 Access to God Through the Spirit

22:00 Unity in the Body of Christ

22:51 Confidence and Assurance in the Spirit

24:00 Sanctification and Wisdom

26:10 The Spirit's Role in Regeneration

28:27 The Spirit's Impact on the Lost

32:26 The Power of Prayer for the Lost

37:02 Reflecting on the Spirit's Work

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Sermon Notes

00:00 Setting the Stage: A Church on Satan's Radar

00:09 Dodgers vs. Marlins: A Lesson in Offense

03:40 Engaging the Culture: A Call to Action

07:26 Holiness and Godliness: The Christian Conduct

08:16 Engage Carefully: Making Eternal Decisions

15:11 Guarding Our Homes: Protecting Against Cultural Corruption

19:42 The Return of Christ: Are You Ready?

21:51 Engage Evangelistically: Hastening the Day of God

23:09 The Fullness of the Gentiles and the Return of Christ

24:45 Hastening the Day of the Lord

25:21 The Coming Day of God: A Biblical Perspective

28:52 Engaging the Culture Evangelistically: Passive and Active Approaches

35:04 Living Expectantly for the New Heavens and New Earth

44:35 The Offensive Church: Mission and Vision

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Sermon Notes

In this sermon, Pastor PJ explains the importance of committing to the church's mission, emphasizing Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12. He shares the heroic story of Coast Guard Douglas Munro to illustrate the level of dedication needed. The sermon focuses on three main commitments: getting connected with the church community, contributing to the church's functions, and effectively stewarding God's gifts. Pastor PJ calls for active participation in community groups and various church ministries, highlighting the benefits of deeper relationships, mutual support, and increased spiritual vibrancy. Ultimately, he encourages everyone to be 'all in' to ensure the church fulfills its mission successfully.

00:00 Introduction and Series Overview

00:43 The Story of Douglas Munro

05:15 The Mission of the Church

06:39 Commitment to Community

10:19 The Importance of Connection

13:21 Practical Steps to Get Connected

28:01 Commit to Contribute, Not Just Consume

30:39 The Surprising Redundancy of Human Organs

31:34 Every Member Matters in the Church

32:33 Understanding and Using Spiritual Gifts

34:41 Finding Your Role in the Church

36:24 The Importance of Serving the Church

37:49 The Hockey Analogy: Rotating Roles in Service

39:59 Stewarding God's Gifts

48:20 The Disneyland Example: Everyone Contributes

50:07 The Vision for a Vibrant Church Community

Application Questions:

1. Read Hebrews 13:17 and 1 Thessalonians 5:12. Should you desire that a specific pastor is keeping watch over your soul? How can he do this effectively if your only involvement in church is Sunday morning? What are the tangible benefits of committing to a local body of Christ through getting involved in Community Groups?

2. Read 1 Corinthians 12:15-17. Describe what a person with this mindset might say when pressed on the need to serve the body of Christ. Do you feel you are currently serving the body in a role of maximum effectiveness? If not, what might be hindering you from being more effective in serving?

3. Read 1 Peter 4:10 and Romans 12:6a. How is a person's refusal to serve the body robbing God of worship that He is rightly due? How can a person still serve even during seasons of suffering, or busyness, or spiritual dryness? What can it be helpful to continue to serve even through the more difficult stretches?

4. Read Romans 12:5. What is at least one way you plan to apply this sermon as you anticipate with us the type of church we can become if we are truly all-in?

00:00 Christ Exalting Christians

00:17 The Call to Commitment: Uncle Sam Analogy

01:55 Holistic Christ Exaltation

02:21 Exploring Colossians 1:18

04:05 Christ's Preeminence in the Church

04:12 Jesus as the Head, Beginning, and Firstborn

12:19 The Doctrine of Christ's Lordship

13:45 Practical Steps to Make Christ Preeminent

16:39 Attention: Christ in Our Thoughts

20:47 Morning Mindset: Setting Your Intentions

21:21 Starting Your Day with God

22:15 Christ in Everyday Thoughts

23:39 Christ in Suffering and Challenges

25:01 Journaling and Reflecting on Christ

26:08 Affections: Loving Jesus Daily

33:18 Actions: Living as a 24/7 Christian

39:50 Concluding Thoughts and Communion