Gospel of Grace Fellowship, Sermons (St Louis Park Minnesota) https://www.ggf.church no en-us ℗ & © 2024 Gospel of Grace Fellowship: St Louis Park, Minnesota Sermons from Gospel of Grace Fellowship: St Louis Park, Minnesota Gospel of Grace Fellowship: St Louis Park, Minnesota Sunday morning sermons Sunday morning sermons info@ggf.church John the Baptist’s Most Important Question: Matthew 11:1-6 John the Baptist’s Most Important Question: Matthew 11:1-6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/john-the-baptist-s-most-important-question-matthew-111-6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/5793/john-the-baptist-s-most-important-question-matthew-111-6 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 The Necessity of Receiving Christ’s People: Matthew 10:40-42 The Necessity of Receiving Christ’s People: Matthew 10:40-42 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/the-necessity-of-receiving-christ-s-people-matthew-1040-42 Necessity of Receiving Christ’s People Necessity of Receiving Christ’s People https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/5792/the-necessity-of-receiving-christ-s-people-matthew-1040-42 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Eating Without Harming Conscience: 1 Corinthians 10:25-30 Eating Without Harming Conscience: 1 Corinthians 10:25-30 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/eating-without-harming-conscience-1-corinthians-1025-30 Eating Without Harming Conscience Eating Without Harming Conscience https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/5791/eating-without-harming-conscience-1-corinthians-1025-30 Sun, 3 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Practice Covenant Faithfulness: 1 Corinthians 10:21-24 Practice Covenant Faithfulness: 1 Corinthians 10:21-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/practice-covenant-faithfulness-1-corinthians-1021-24 Covenant Faithfulness Covenant Faithfulness https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/5790/practice-covenant-faithfulness-1-corinthians-1021-24 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Christ’s Coming Brings Division: Matthew 10:34-39 Christ’s Coming Brings Division: Matthew 10:34-39 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/christ-s-coming-brings-division-matthew-1034-39 Christ’s Coming Brings Division Christ’s Coming Brings Division https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/5789/christ-s-coming-brings-division-matthew-1034-39 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Believers Will Confess Christ: Matthew 10:32-33 Believers Will Confess Christ: Matthew 10:32-33 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/believers-will-confess-christ-matthew-1032-33 Believers Will Confess Christ Believers Will Confess Christ https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/5788/believers-will-confess-christ-matthew-1032-33 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Fellowship With God or Demons? 1 Corinthians 10:15-20 Fellowship With God or Demons? 1 Corinthians 10:15-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/fellowship-with-god-or-demons-1-corinthians-1015-20 Fellowship With God or Demons? Fellowship With God or Demons? https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/5787/fellowship-with-god-or-demons-1-corinthians-1015-20 Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 The Way Out When Tempted: 1 Corinthians 10:13-14 The Way Out When Tempted: 1 Corinthians 10:13-14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/the-way-out-when-tempted-1-corinthians-1013-14 Way Out Temptation Way Out Temptation https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/5786/the-way-out-when-tempted-1-corinthians-1013-14 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Fear God and Confess Christ: Matthew 10:24-31 Fear God and Confess Christ: Matthew 10:24-31 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/fear-god-and-confess-christ-matthew-1024-31 Fear God and Confess Christ Fear God and Confess Christ https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/5785/fear-god-and-confess-christ-matthew-1024-31 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 The Wisdom Needed for the Gospel Mission: Matthew 10:16-23 The Wisdom Needed for the Gospel Mission: Matthew 10:16-23 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/the-wisdom-needed-for-the-gospel-mission-matthew-1016-23 Wisdom Gospel Mission Wisdom Gospel Mission https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/5784/the-wisdom-needed-for-the-gospel-mission-matthew-1016-23 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 A Warning Against Presumption: 1 Corinthians 10:10-13 A Warning Against Presumption: 1 Corinthians 10:10-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/a-warning-against-presumption-1-corinthians-1010-13 Warning Against Presumption Warning Against Presumption https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/5783/a-warning-against-presumption-1-corinthians-1010-13 Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Dangers of Immorality and Idolatry: 1 Corinthians 10:5-9 Dangers of Immorality and Idolatry: 1 Corinthians 10:5-9 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/dangers-of-immorality-and-idolatry-1-corinthians-105-9 Dangers of Immorality and Idolatry Dangers of Immorality and Idolatry https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/5782/dangers-of-immorality-and-idolatry-1-corinthians-105-9 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 How the Magi Found Christ by the Light of Scripture How the Magi Found Christ by the Light of Scripture https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/how-the-magi-found-christ-by-the-light-of-scripture https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/5781/how-the-magi-found-christ-by-the-light-of-scripture Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Apostolic Mission: Matthew 10:5-15 The Apostolic Mission: Matthew 10:5-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/the-apostolic-mission-matthew-105-15 The Apostolic Mission: Matthew 10:5-15 The Apostolic Mission: Matthew 10:5-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/5780/the-apostolic-mission-matthew-105-15 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Do Not Be Ignorant-Learn From the Exodus Generation: 1 Corinthians 10:1-4 Do Not Be Ignorant-Learn From the Exodus Generation: 1 Corinthians 10:1-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/do-not-be-ignorant-learn-from-the-exodus-generation-1-corinthians-101-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/5779/do-not-be-ignorant-learn-from-the-exodus-generation-1-corinthians-101-4 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Run the Race With Self-Control: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Run the Race With Self-Control: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/run-the-race-with-self-control-1-corinthians-924-27 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/5778/run-the-race-with-self-control-1-corinthians-924-27 Sun, 3 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Gives Authority to His Apostles: Matthew 10:1-4 Jesus Gives Authority to His Apostles: Matthew 10:1-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/jesus-gives-authority-to-his-apostles-matthew-101-4 Who speaks for God Who speaks for God https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/5777/jesus-gives-authority-to-his-apostles-matthew-101-4 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Good Shepherd Is Hiring: Matthew 9:35-38 The Good Shepherd Is Hiring: Matthew 9:35-38 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/the-good-shepherd-is-hiring-matthew-935-38 Good Shepherd Good Shepherd https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/5776/the-good-shepherd-is-hiring-matthew-935-38 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Paul Becomes All Things to Gain More: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Paul Becomes All Things to Gain More: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/paul-becomes-all-things-to-gain-more-1-corinthians-919-23 Paul Becomes All Things Gain More Paul Becomes All Things Gain More https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/5775/paul-becomes-all-things-to-gain-more-1-corinthians-919-23 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Paul Is Focused on Fulfilling His Calling: 1 Corinthians 9:15-18 Paul Is Focused on Fulfilling His Calling: 1 Corinthians 9:15-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/paul-is-focused-on-fulfilling-his-calling-1-corinthians-915-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/5774/paul-is-focused-on-fulfilling-his-calling-1-corinthians-915-18 Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Pharisees Blaspheme the Spirit: Matthew 9:32-34 The Pharisees Blaspheme the Spirit: Matthew 9:32-34 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/the-pharisees-blaspheme-the-spirit-matthew-932-34 Pharisees Blaspheme Holy Spirit Pharisees Blaspheme Holy Spirit https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/5773/the-pharisees-blaspheme-the-spirit-matthew-932-34 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Blind Men Can “See” the Son of David: Matthew 9:27-31 Blind Men Can “See” the Son of David: Matthew 9:27-31 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/blind-men-can-see-the-son-of-david-matthew-927-31 Blind Men Can “See” the Son of David Blind Men Can “See” the Son of David https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/5772/blind-men-can-see-the-son-of-david-matthew-927-31 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Paul Subordinates-Working to Support Himself: 1 Corinthians 9:6-14 Paul Subordinates-Working to Support Himself: 1 Corinthians 9:6-14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/paul-subordinates-working-to-support-himself-1-corinthians-96-14 Paul Subordinates-Working to Support Himself Paul Subordinates-Working to Support Himself https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/5771/paul-subordinates-working-to-support-himself-1-corinthians-96-14 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Paul Subordinates Apostolic Rights: 1 Corinthians 9:1-5 Paul Subordinates Apostolic Rights: 1 Corinthians 9:1-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/paul-subordinates-apostolic-rights-1-corinthians-91-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/5770/paul-subordinates-apostolic-rights-1-corinthians-91-5 Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Heals Both Kinds of Death: Matthew 9:18-26 Jesus Heals Both Kinds of Death: Matthew 9:18-26 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/jesus-heals-both-kinds-of-death-matthew-918-26 Jesus heals both physical and spiritual death. Jesus heals both physical and spiritual death. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/5769/jesus-heals-both-kinds-of-death-matthew-918-26 Sun, 1 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Came to Bring “New Wineskins”: Matthew 9:14-17 Jesus Came to Bring “New Wineskins”: Matthew 9:14-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/jesus-came-to-bring-new-wineskins-matthew-914-17 Judaism and the Mosaic Law are not compatible with the New Covenant Christ came to bring Judaism and the Mosaic Law are not compatible with the New Covenant Christ came to bring https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/5767/jesus-came-to-bring-new-wineskins-matthew-914-17 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Do Not Sin By Harming the Brethren: 1 Corinthians 8:10-13 Do Not Sin By Harming the Brethren: 1 Corinthians 8:10-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/do-not-sin-by-harming-the-brethren-1-corinthians-810-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/5766/do-not-sin-by-harming-the-brethren-1-corinthians-810-13 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Knowledge, Food, Conscience & Rights: 1 Corinthians 8:7-9 Knowledge, Food, Conscience & Rights: 1 Corinthians 8:7-9 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/knowledge-food-conscience-rights-1-corinthians-87-9 contention between Paul and the Corinthian church about food offered to idols. contention between Paul and the Corinthian church about food offered to idols. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/5765/knowledge-food-conscience-rights-1-corinthians-87-9 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Calls Sinners, Not the Righteous: Matthew 9:9-13 Jesus Calls Sinners, Not the Righteous: Matthew 9:9-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/jesus-calls-sinners-not-the-righteous-matthew-99-13 Matthew 9:9-13 Matthew 9:9-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/5764/jesus-calls-sinners-not-the-righteous-matthew-99-13 Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Gives Us the Ultimate Healing Part 2: Matthew 9:1-8 Jesus Gives Us the Ultimate Healing Part 2: Matthew 9:1-8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/jesus-gives-us-the-ultimate-healing-part-2-matthew-91-8 We examine how Christ’s healings during His earthly ministry served as proof that He alone could give the ultimate healing through the forgiveness of sins and everlasting life. We also learn from this passage that Jesus must be God since He knew the thoughts and hearts of the Scribes that were present (Matt. 9:4). We conclude from this that Jesus is Yahweh the “heart knower” from Jeremiah 17:9-10 (cf. 1 Cor. 4:5). We examine how Christ’s healings during His earthly ministry served as proof that He alone could give the ultimate healing through the forgiveness of sins and everlasting life. We also learn from this passage that Jesus must be God since He knew the thoughts and hearts of the Scribes that were present (Matt. 9:4). We conclude from this that Jesus is Yahweh the “heart knower” from Jeremiah 17:9-10 (cf. 1 Cor. 4:5). https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/5763/jesus-gives-us-the-ultimate-healing-part-2-matthew-91-8 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The True God and So-Called Gods: 1 Corinthians 8:4-6 The True God and So-Called Gods: 1 Corinthians 8:4-6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/the-true-god-and-so-called-gods-1-corinthians-84-6 We spend time in this sermon laying out the truth of God’s eternal existence and the deity of Christ. We look at the “all things” statements in verse 6 and conclude that they are to be taken as literal and comprehensive. God alone is sovereign over history and His purposes stand. We end with a call from the book of Isaiah for all people to turn to God as well as the same call from the book of Acts. The true God cares about us and calls for us to know and serve Him. We spend time in this sermon laying out the truth of God’s eternal existence and the deity of Christ. We look at the “all things” statements in verse 6 and conclude that they are to be taken as literal and comprehensive. God alone is sovereign over history and His purposes stand. We end with a call from the book of Isaiah for all people to turn to God as well as the same call from the book of Acts. The true God cares about us and calls for us to know and serve Him. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/5762/the-true-god-and-so-called-gods-1-corinthians-84-6 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Has Authority Over the Demons: Matthew 8:28-34 Jesus Has Authority Over the Demons: Matthew 8:28-34 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/jesus-has-authority-over-the-demons-matthew-828-34 We demonstrate throughout the message that believers can completely trust Christ to use even demonic beings for our good (Rom. 8:28). We conclude with proving that every person needs conversion rather than mere exorcism if they want to enter the kingdom of God We demonstrate throughout the message that believers can completely trust Christ to use even demonic beings for our good (Rom. 8:28). We conclude with proving that every person needs conversion rather than mere exorcism if they want to enter the kingdom of God https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/5761/jesus-has-authority-over-the-demons-matthew-828-34 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 True and False Knowledge of God Reject Elitism: 1 Corinthians 8:1-3 True and False Knowledge of God Reject Elitism: 1 Corinthians 8:1-3 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/true-and-false-knowledge-of-god-reject-elitism-1-corinthians-81-3 Those who have been changed by God’s saving grace have a relationship with God which is characterized by love which comes from God. We love Him because He first loved us. In our applications we look at important texts in Jeremiah and elsewhere which reveal the need for humility and gratitude for God having made us a people. Those who have been changed by God’s saving grace have a relationship with God which is characterized by love which comes from God. We love Him because He first loved us. In our applications we look at important texts in Jeremiah and elsewhere which reveal the need for humility and gratitude for God having made us a people. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/5760/true-and-false-knowledge-of-god-reject-elitism-1-corinthians-81-3 Sun, 6 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Calms the Sea: Matthew 8:23-27 Jesus Calms the Sea: Matthew 8:23-27 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/jesus-calms-the-sea-matthew-823-27 We show how it was prophesied that the Messiah had to be truly man and truly God in one person (Isaiah 9:6; 11:1, 10). You can absolutely trust the One who “the winds and the seas obey.” We show how it was prophesied that the Messiah had to be truly man and truly God in one person (Isaiah 9:6; 11:1, 10). You can absolutely trust the One who “the winds and the seas obey.” https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/5759/jesus-calms-the-sea-matthew-823-27 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Free From Anxiety Whether Single or Married: 1 Corinthians 7:32-40 Free From Anxiety Whether Single or Married: 1 Corinthians 7:32-40 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/free-from-anxiety-whether-single-or-married-1-corinthians-732-40 We point out numerous times that what Paul says here is advice about becoming married or staying single in a time when there was great distress. Paul holds a high view of marriage as seen in various places in his writings. In the sermon, we emphasize that whatever else we may be anxious about, all Christians must be concerned about holiness and pure devotion to the Lord. We warn against various false teachings which have arisen in church history which are based on misuse of Paul’s teachings in this section. We point out numerous times that what Paul says here is advice about becoming married or staying single in a time when there was great distress. Paul holds a high view of marriage as seen in various places in his writings. In the sermon, we emphasize that whatever else we may be anxious about, all Christians must be concerned about holiness and pure devotion to the Lord. We warn against various false teachings which have arisen in church history which are based on misuse of Paul’s teachings in this section. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/5758/free-from-anxiety-whether-single-or-married-1-corinthians-732-40 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Paul's Marriage Advice in Trying Times: 1 Corinthians 7:25-31 Paul's Marriage Advice in Trying Times: 1 Corinthians 7:25-31 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/pauls-marriage-advice-in-trying-times-1-corinthians-725-31 Paul shows a high regard for marriage. It seems unusual that Paul as a true apostle of Christ would give advice with the disclaimer that it would not be sin to go against his advice. We take on the difficult issues and explain various approaches and why, in the end, we cannot be certain about what prompted Paul’s advice. We do not have the previous correspondence from the Corinthians to Paul. 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 forthrightly tells us that whatever our marriage, work, or financial situation, we are to live as those in a world that is passing away. Our well-being is based on eternal promises rather than the matters of life which consume those who do not believe God’s promises. Paul shows a high regard for marriage. It seems unusual that Paul as a true apostle of Christ would give advice with the disclaimer that it would not be sin to go against his advice. We take on the difficult issues and explain various approaches and why, in the end, we cannot be certain about what prompted Paul’s advice. We do not have the previous correspondence from the Corinthians to Paul. 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 forthrightly tells us that whatever our marriage, work, or financial situation, we are to live as those in a world that is passing away. Our well-being is based on eternal promises rather than the matters of life which consume those who do not believe God’s promises. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/5757/pauls-marriage-advice-in-trying-times-1-corinthians-725-31 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The High Cost of Discipleship: Matthew 8:18-22 The High Cost of Discipleship: Matthew 8:18-22 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/the-high-cost-of-discipleship-matthew-818-22 We show biblically how Jesus sets the pattern for suffering followed by glory. Since the student is never greater than the master, we can conclude we must suffer prior to glory as well. Come and hear about the high cost of discipleship that all of Christ’s people must be willing to endure. We show biblically how Jesus sets the pattern for suffering followed by glory. Since the student is never greater than the master, we can conclude we must suffer prior to glory as well. Come and hear about the high cost of discipleship that all of Christ’s people must be willing to endure. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/5756/the-high-cost-of-discipleship-matthew-818-22 Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Gives Us The Ultimate Healing: Matthew 8:14-17 Jesus Gives Us The Ultimate Healing: Matthew 8:14-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/jesus-gives-us-the-ultimate-healing-matthew-814-17 Christ has the authority to give His people the ultimate healing. We define this “ultimate” healing as the forgiveness of sins and the ensuing everlasting life. Christ has the authority to give His people the ultimate healing. We define this “ultimate” healing as the forgiveness of sins and the ensuing everlasting life. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/5755/jesus-gives-us-the-ultimate-healing-matthew-814-17 Sun, 2 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Slaves of Christ Bought With a Price: 1 Corinthians 7:21-24 Slaves of Christ Bought With a Price: 1 Corinthians 7:21-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/slaves-of-christ-bought-with-a-price-1-corinthians-721-24 Our status in the eyes of the world, whatever that might be, is nothing compared to the tremendous status upgrade we obtained by God’s grace when He saved us and made us slaves of Christ. Our status in the eyes of the world, whatever that might be, is nothing compared to the tremendous status upgrade we obtained by God’s grace when He saved us and made us slaves of Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/5754/slaves-of-christ-bought-with-a-price-1-corinthians-721-24 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Live in the Situation of Your Calling: 1 Corinthians 7:17-20 Live in the Situation of Your Calling: 1 Corinthians 7:17-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/live-in-the-situation-of-your-calling-1-corinthians-717-20 We are children of the King and that glorious truth does not depend on how important we were seen in the eyes of the world before our conversion. The corollary to this grand truth is that Christians must not bring worldly judgments of status into the church based on who they used to be. All the redeemed belong to Christ and partakers of God’s eternal promises. We are called into the fellowship of the Son! We are children of the King and that glorious truth does not depend on how important we were seen in the eyes of the world before our conversion. The corollary to this grand truth is that Christians must not bring worldly judgments of status into the church based on who they used to be. All the redeemed belong to Christ and partakers of God’s eternal promises. We are called into the fellowship of the Son! https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/5753/live-in-the-situation-of-your-calling-1-corinthians-717-20 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant: Matthew 8:5-13 Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant: Matthew 8:5-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/jesus-heals-a-centurion-s-servant-matthew-85-13 Learn why Christ’ statement about the greatness of this Centurion’s faith proves that salvation has always been by faith alone. Learn why Christ’ statement about the greatness of this Centurion’s faith proves that salvation has always been by faith alone. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/5752/jesus-heals-a-centurion-s-servant-matthew-85-13 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Can Make Anyone Clean: Matthew 8:1-4 Jesus Can Make Anyone Clean: Matthew 8:1-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/jesus-can-make-anyone-clean-matthew-81-4 Jesus’ miracles are designed to show the people of Israel and the world that He is the fulfillment of the messianic expectations found in Isaiah 35:5-6. Come and hear for yourself how Christ can make anyone “clean” and forever acceptable before a holy and righteous God. Jesus’ miracles are designed to show the people of Israel and the world that He is the fulfillment of the messianic expectations found in Isaiah 35:5-6. Come and hear for yourself how Christ can make anyone “clean” and forever acceptable before a holy and righteous God. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/5751/jesus-can-make-anyone-clean-matthew-81-4 Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Light, Darkness and God's Judgment: John 3:17-21 Light, Darkness and God's Judgment: John 3:17-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/light-darkness-and-gods-judgment-john-317-21 We present a strong call for people to turn to Christ and trust Him since all who do not believe in the Son remain in darkness and face judgment. One must fully trust the Son to find salvation and escape from judgment. We present a strong call for people to turn to Christ and trust Him since all who do not believe in the Son remain in darkness and face judgment. One must fully trust the Son to find salvation and escape from judgment. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/5750/light-darkness-and-gods-judgment-john-317-21 Sun, 28 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Difficult Marriage Questions: 1 Corinthians 7:8-16 Difficult Marriage Questions: 1 Corinthians 7:8-16 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/difficult-marriage-questions-1-corinthians-78-16 The verses we cover in this sermon are by nature very difficult. We take each verse and each important issue that arises from it and explain what is clear, what is disputed and how what we can learn applies to our lives now. In the end we point to the need have grace to live godly Christian lives in a pagan culture. The verses we cover in this sermon are by nature very difficult. We take each verse and each important issue that arises from it and explain what is clear, what is disputed and how what we can learn applies to our lives now. In the end we point to the need have grace to live godly Christian lives in a pagan culture. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/5749/difficult-marriage-questions-1-corinthians-78-16 Sun, 21 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Teaches as One Having Authority: Matthew 7:28-29 Jesus Teaches as One Having Authority: Matthew 7:28-29 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/jesus-teaches-as-one-having-authority-matthew-728-29 In this message taken from Matthew 7:28-29 and three other passages, we learn that even though the crowd is “amazed” at Jesus’ teaching, there is no evidence that they have saving faith. Jesus’ authority, revealed through His teaching, proved that He was the long-awaited prophet foretold by Moses in Deuteronomy 18:15, and it also proved that Jesus was the long-awaited Messiah of Daniel 7 who has all authority in heaven and on the earth. In this message taken from Matthew 7:28-29 and three other passages, we learn that even though the crowd is “amazed” at Jesus’ teaching, there is no evidence that they have saving faith. Jesus’ authority, revealed through His teaching, proved that He was the long-awaited prophet foretold by Moses in Deuteronomy 18:15, and it also proved that Jesus was the long-awaited Messiah of Daniel 7 who has all authority in heaven and on the earth. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/5748/jesus-teaches-as-one-having-authority-matthew-728-29 Sun, 14 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Is Your Eternity Built on the Rock of Israel? Matthew 7:24-27 Is Your Eternity Built on the Rock of Israel? Matthew 7:24-27 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/is-your-eternity-built-on-the-rock-of-israel-matthew-724-27 In this message taken from Matthew 7:24-27 we learn from Jesus that we must build our house upon the “rock.” We show that Jesus’ building metaphor is chosen deliberately since building a house requires planning. Jesus’ followers must be intentional about planning their eternal destiny upon the rock which is Christ Himself. In this message taken from Matthew 7:24-27 we learn from Jesus that we must build our house upon the “rock.” We show that Jesus’ building metaphor is chosen deliberately since building a house requires planning. Jesus’ followers must be intentional about planning their eternal destiny upon the rock which is Christ Himself. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/5747/is-your-eternity-built-on-the-rock-of-israel-matthew-724-27 Sun, 7 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Eternal Life Through Christ Alone: John 3:6-16 Eternal Life Through Christ Alone: John 3:6-16 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/eternal-life-through-christ-alone-john-36-16 God’s love for His enemies is shown by Jesus being lifted up on the cross and bearing the full penalty for sin. With this is the promise that everyone who believes in Him will not perish, but have eternal life. We either believe in Him or perish. Those who trust Christ alone will participate in future glory. God’s love for His enemies is shown by Jesus being lifted up on the cross and bearing the full penalty for sin. With this is the promise that everyone who believes in Him will not perish, but have eternal life. We either believe in Him or perish. Those who trust Christ alone will participate in future glory. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/5746/eternal-life-through-christ-alone-john-36-16 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 God's Design for Marriage: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 God's Design for Marriage: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/gods-design-for-marriage-1-corinthians-71-7 Marriage is ordained by God and we show this by citing Genesis 2:18 and 2:24-25. Marriage is good and was not instituted as a concession to immorality. Marriage is ordained by God and we show this by citing Genesis 2:18 and 2:24-25. Marriage is good and was not instituted as a concession to immorality. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/5745/gods-design-for-marriage-1-corinthians-71-7 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Does Jesus Know You? Matthew 7:21-24 Does Jesus Know You? Matthew 7:21-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/does-jesus-know-you-matthew-721-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/5744/does-jesus-know-you-matthew-721-24 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Resurrection: A case for Believing in Jesus Christ The Resurrection: A case for Believing in Jesus Christ https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/the-resurrection-a-case-for-believing-in-jesus-christ Ancient historians corroborate key elements of the gospel message, and predictive prophecies found in Scripture substantiate Jesus Christ is who He claimed to be. You can be certain of Christ’s resurrection. Ancient historians corroborate key elements of the gospel message, and predictive prophecies found in Scripture substantiate Jesus Christ is who He claimed to be. You can be certain of Christ’s resurrection. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/5743/the-resurrection-a-case-for-believing-in-jesus-christ Sun, 9 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Flee Immorality: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Flee Immorality: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/flee-immorality-1-corinthians-618-20 To overcome temptation, we need to cling to rational truth and not allow the mysticism of the culture to seduce us into sinful behavior. Joseph resisted sin by citing objective reasons why he would not give in to the wife of his master who had trusted him. Likewise, Biblical truth will keep us through God’s grace if we remind each other of it and resist the mystical trends of popular Evangelicalism. To overcome temptation, we need to cling to rational truth and not allow the mysticism of the culture to seduce us into sinful behavior. Joseph resisted sin by citing objective reasons why he would not give in to the wife of his master who had trusted him. Likewise, Biblical truth will keep us through God’s grace if we remind each other of it and resist the mystical trends of popular Evangelicalism. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/5742/flee-immorality-1-corinthians-618-20 Sun, 2 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Brings Release From Sin: Luke 5:17-32 Jesus Brings Release From Sin: Luke 5:17-32 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/jesus-brings-release-from-sin-luke-517-32 Levi gave a great banquet where Jesus dines with tax collectors and others causing the Pharisees and Scribes to “grumble.” By grumbling that Jesus dined with sinners, these religious leaders show that are at odds with God’s saving purposes. Jesus came to call sinners to repentance. Such banquets are a foreshadow of the great eschatological banquet where the redeemed will dine with the King. Levi gave a great banquet where Jesus dines with tax collectors and others causing the Pharisees and Scribes to “grumble.” By grumbling that Jesus dined with sinners, these religious leaders show that are at odds with God’s saving purposes. Jesus came to call sinners to repentance. Such banquets are a foreshadow of the great eschatological banquet where the redeemed will dine with the King. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/5741/jesus-brings-release-from-sin-luke-517-32 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 You Will Know Them by Their Fruit: Matthew 7:15-20 You Will Know Them by Their Fruit: Matthew 7:15-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/you-will-know-them-by-their-fruit-matthew-715-20 This message discusses inspecting the doctrines and deeds of those who claim to speak for Christ. If some teacher or self-proclaimed prophet teaches doctrines that are contrary to the Scriptures, they must be rejected. We also learn about the connection between doctrine and deed as we show how sinful deeds are part of the fruit of those who have wayward doctrine. Be on guard against the wolves in sheep’s clothing who desire to pillage Christ’s flock through their empty words. This message discusses inspecting the doctrines and deeds of those who claim to speak for Christ. If some teacher or self-proclaimed prophet teaches doctrines that are contrary to the Scriptures, they must be rejected. We also learn about the connection between doctrine and deed as we show how sinful deeds are part of the fruit of those who have wayward doctrine. Be on guard against the wolves in sheep’s clothing who desire to pillage Christ’s flock through their empty words. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/5740/you-will-know-them-by-their-fruit-matthew-715-20 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 There Are Only Two Destinations: Matthew 7:13-14 There Are Only Two Destinations: Matthew 7:13-14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/there-are-only-two-destinations-matthew-713-14 This wide path is the default path for every person born into this world. We learn in today’s passage that one must be born again to enter the narrow path leading to eternal life. This wide path is the default path for every person born into this world. We learn in today’s passage that one must be born again to enter the narrow path leading to eternal life. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/5739/there-are-only-two-destinations-matthew-713-14 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Joined to the Lord, Not Prostitutes: 1 Corinthians 6:15-17 Joined to the Lord, Not Prostitutes: 1 Corinthians 6:15-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/joined-to-the-lord-not-prostitutes-1-corinthians-615-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/5738/joined-to-the-lord-not-prostitutes-1-corinthians-615-17 Sun, 5 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus ‘Unlooses’ A Woman on Sabbath: Luke 13:10-17 Jesus ‘Unlooses’ A Woman on Sabbath: Luke 13:10-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/jesus-unlooses-a-woman-on-sabbath-luke-1310-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/5737/jesus-unlooses-a-woman-on-sabbath-luke-1310-17 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 At Liberty But Not Dominated: 1 Corinthians 6:12-14 At Liberty But Not Dominated: 1 Corinthians 6:12-14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/at-liberty-but-not-dominated-1-corinthians-612-14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/5736/at-liberty-but-not-dominated-1-corinthians-612-14 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Changed Lives By God’s Working: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Changed Lives By God’s Working: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/changed-lives-by-god-s-working-1-corinthians-69-11 Christians are people who have been rescued from the clutches of wickedness and sin and given an eternal inheritance in the kingdom of God. We explain what that means and why it is important. In the applications to this, we expound passages about both the warnings and promises concerning wrath, turning to Christ, and being assured of a future inheritance in the kingdom of God. Christians are people who have been rescued from the clutches of wickedness and sin and given an eternal inheritance in the kingdom of God. We explain what that means and why it is important. In the applications to this, we expound passages about both the warnings and promises concerning wrath, turning to Christ, and being assured of a future inheritance in the kingdom of God. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/5735/changed-lives-by-god-s-working-1-corinthians-69-11 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Already Defeated! When Christians Wrong Each Other: 1 Corinthians 6:7-8 Already Defeated! When Christians Wrong Each Other: 1 Corinthians 6:7-8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/already-defeated-when-christians-wrong-each-other-1-corinthians-67-8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/5734/already-defeated-when-christians-wrong-each-other-1-corinthians-67-8 Sun, 5 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Lord’s Supper: Remembrance, Proclamation & Hope: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 The Lord’s Supper: Remembrance, Proclamation & Hope: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/the-lord-s-supper-remembrance-proclamation-hope-1-corinthians-1123-26 Unpacking verses usually cited as the words of institution for those who receive communion. We explain three truths that are revealed in the verses in 1 Corinthians l1:23-26: remembrance, proclamation, and hope. Unpacking verses usually cited as the words of institution for those who receive communion. We explain three truths that are revealed in the verses in 1 Corinthians l1:23-26: remembrance, proclamation, and hope. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/5733/the-lord-s-supper-remembrance-proclamation-hope-1-corinthians-1123-26 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Paul Rebukes Shameful Lawsuits: 1 Corinthians 6:1-6 Paul Rebukes Shameful Lawsuits: 1 Corinthians 6:1-6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/paul-rebukes-shameful-lawsuits-1-corinthians-61-6 We are part of the family of God and should not treat each other in a way that harms fellow Christians or dishonors the gospel before the lost world around us. We are part of the family of God and should not treat each other in a way that harms fellow Christians or dishonors the gospel before the lost world around us. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/5732/paul-rebukes-shameful-lawsuits-1-corinthians-61-6 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Church Is Not the World: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 The Church Is Not the World: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/the-church-is-not-the-world-1-corinthians-59-13 We must define the church according to Scripture and make a strong distinction between the church and the sinful world. We cannot allow the wicked culture to come into the church. On the other hand, Christians are to be about the various duties of life in the world which is the arena of our gospel witness. We must not withdraw from the social, work, and family functions we face as people living in this fallen world. We must define the church according to Scripture and make a strong distinction between the church and the sinful world. We cannot allow the wicked culture to come into the church. On the other hand, Christians are to be about the various duties of life in the world which is the arena of our gospel witness. We must not withdraw from the social, work, and family functions we face as people living in this fallen world. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/5731/the-church-is-not-the-world-1-corinthians-59-13 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Clean Out the Old Leaven: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8 Clean Out the Old Leaven: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/clean-out-the-old-leaven-1-corinthians-56-8 Clean Out the Old Leaven: Leaven represents sin. Clean Out the Old Leaven: Leaven represents sin. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/5730/clean-out-the-old-leaven-1-corinthians-56-8 Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 We Must Live By The Golden Rule: Matthew 7:12 We Must Live By The Golden Rule: Matthew 7:12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/we-must-live-by-the-golden-rule-matthew-712 e explore what it looks like to treat others as we would want to be treated as the practical fulfillment of loving our neighbor as ourselves, and we learn how the spirit of Antichrist leads people to treat others in hypocritical ways. e explore what it looks like to treat others as we would want to be treated as the practical fulfillment of loving our neighbor as ourselves, and we learn how the spirit of Antichrist leads people to treat others in hypocritical ways. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/5729/we-must-live-by-the-golden-rule-matthew-712 Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Incarnation of Christ: John 1:14-18 The Incarnation of Christ: John 1:14-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/the-incarnation-of-christ-john-114-18 In this Christmas message, we focus on why God had to become man. John 1:14-18 serves as our primary text which describes how the second person of the Trinity became a man so that we could have the forgiveness of sins. We also prove from predictive prophecies in Isaiah that it is irrational not to believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Come and hear for yourself why Christ had to be the “God/man” in order to save us. In this Christmas message, we focus on why God had to become man. John 1:14-18 serves as our primary text which describes how the second person of the Trinity became a man so that we could have the forgiveness of sins. We also prove from predictive prophecies in Isaiah that it is irrational not to believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Come and hear for yourself why Christ had to be the “God/man” in order to save us. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/5728/the-incarnation-of-christ-john-114-18 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Laments Over Jerusalem: Luke 13:31-35 Jesus Laments Over Jerusalem: Luke 13:31-35 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/jesus-laments-over-jerusalem-luke-1331-35 God’s sovereign purposes in Messianic salvation going to the ends of the earth, and human responsibility for rejecting Messiah are both truth. We must not reject parts of what the Bible reveals, but believe the truth. Here is no contradiction between God’s justice and His mercy. God’s sovereign purposes in Messianic salvation going to the ends of the earth, and human responsibility for rejecting Messiah are both truth. We must not reject parts of what the Bible reveals, but believe the truth. Here is no contradiction between God’s justice and His mercy. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/5727/jesus-laments-over-jerusalem-luke-1331-35 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Immoral, Arrogant & No Mourning Discipline Needed: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 Immoral, Arrogant & No Mourning Discipline Needed: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/immoral-arrogant-no-mourning-discipline-needed-1-corinthians-51-5 The desired outcome is that he would repent and cease living in immorality. Those who are the Lord’s will respond in repentance to such discipline. We cite numerous scriptures to help make these categories clear. Some, like Judas, will never come back and perish. Others, like Peter, come back and serve the Lord. The desired outcome is that he would repent and cease living in immorality. Those who are the Lord’s will respond in repentance to such discipline. We cite numerous scriptures to help make these categories clear. Some, like Judas, will never come back and perish. Others, like Peter, come back and serve the Lord. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/5726/immoral-arrogant-no-mourning-discipline-needed-1-corinthians-51-5 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Do You Pursue the Good Gifts of God? Matthew 7:7-11 Do You Pursue the Good Gifts of God? Matthew 7:7-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/do-you-pursue-the-good-gifts-of-god-matthew-77-11 We examine what it looks like to pursue God’s good gifts in prayer. What kind of “good gifts” we should be seeking from God in prayer. We examine what it looks like to pursue God’s good gifts in prayer. What kind of “good gifts” we should be seeking from God in prayer. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/5725/do-you-pursue-the-good-gifts-of-god-matthew-77-11 Sun, 4 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 We Must Not Judge Hypocritically: Matthew 7:1-6 We Must Not Judge Hypocritically: Matthew 7:1-6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/we-must-not-judge-hypocritically-matthew-71-6 We Must Not Judge Hypocritically In this message, taken from Matthew 7:1-6, we learn how not to judge in a hypocritical way. Come and hear for yourself how you can avoid judging others in a hypocritical manner. We Must Not Judge Hypocritically In this message, taken from Matthew 7:1-6, we learn how not to judge in a hypocritical way. Come and hear for yourself how you can avoid judging others in a hypocritical manner. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/5724/we-must-not-judge-hypocritically-matthew-71-6 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Paul Will Bring Fatherly Correction: 1 Corinthians 4:17-21 Paul Will Bring Fatherly Correction: 1 Corinthians 4:17-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/paul-will-bring-fatherly-correction-1-corinthians-417-21 This passage deals with the need for correction in Corinth, the sending of Timothy, and Paul's willingness to correct serious problems in Corinth. This passage deals with the need for correction in Corinth, the sending of Timothy, and Paul's willingness to correct serious problems in Corinth. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/5723/paul-will-bring-fatherly-correction-1-corinthians-417-21 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Paul’s Fatherly Exhortation: 1 Corinthians 4:14-16 Paul’s Fatherly Exhortation: 1 Corinthians 4:14-16 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/paul-s-fatherly-exhortation-1-corinthians-414-16 This sermon deals with how Paul confronted the Corinthian church with an appeal for them to imitate his way of living free from being status hungry. This sermon deals with how Paul confronted the Corinthian church with an appeal for them to imitate his way of living free from being status hungry. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/5722/paul-s-fatherly-exhortation-1-corinthians-414-16 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Gain Trust, Lose the Worry: Matthew 6:25-34 Gain Trust, Lose the Worry: Matthew 6:25-34 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/gain-trust-lose-the-worry-matthew-625-34 We learn the principle of learning to work for provision but to rid ourselves of worry. Come and learn how worry must be jettisoned in order to serve Christ. We learn the principle of learning to work for provision but to rid ourselves of worry. Come and learn how worry must be jettisoned in order to serve Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/5721/gain-trust-lose-the-worry-matthew-625-34 Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Are You Stingy for This World, or Generous for the Kingdom? Matthew 6:19-24 Are You Stingy for This World, or Generous for the Kingdom? Matthew 6:19-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/are-you-stingy-for-this-world-or-generous-for-the-kingdom-matthew-619-24 In this message taken from Matthew 6:19-24 we learn that followers of Jesus Christ must live a generous life. We learn that those who are stingy and greedy demonstrate their lack of trust in God and His promises by attempting to hoard all they can here and now. We also learn that covetousness is the root of idolatry since those who covet are serving the creation rather than the Creator. In this message taken from Matthew 6:19-24 we learn that followers of Jesus Christ must live a generous life. We learn that those who are stingy and greedy demonstrate their lack of trust in God and His promises by attempting to hoard all they can here and now. We also learn that covetousness is the root of idolatry since those who covet are serving the creation rather than the Creator. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/5720/are-you-stingy-for-this-world-or-generous-for-the-kingdom-matthew-619-24 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Present Dishonor For the Apostles: 1 Corinthians 4:11-13 Present Dishonor For the Apostles: 1 Corinthians 4:11-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/present-dishonor-for-the-apostles-1-corinthians-411-13 Paul and other true apostles are living as those considered “dishonored” in the Corinthian’s culture. The text covered in this sermon shows the danger of twisting the message of the true apostles (the Biblical ones) to suit the religious inclinations of spiritual elitists. Paul and other true apostles are living as those considered “dishonored” in the Corinthian’s culture. The text covered in this sermon shows the danger of twisting the message of the true apostles (the Biblical ones) to suit the religious inclinations of spiritual elitists. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/5719/present-dishonor-for-the-apostles-1-corinthians-411-13 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Corinthians: ‘Reigning as Kings’; The Apostles: A Spectacle to the World The Corinthians: ‘Reigning as Kings’; The Apostles: A Spectacle to the World https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/the-corinthians-reigning-as-kings-the-apostles-a-spectacle-to-the-world Those who want glory now, claiming to be the spiritual elite, do not take passages like this seriously. This always harms the gospel and precious saints who assume they are failing. Those who trust Christ alone through the gospel have forgiveness of sins and the promise of future glory. Those who want glory now, claiming to be the spiritual elite, do not take passages like this seriously. This always harms the gospel and precious saints who assume they are failing. Those who trust Christ alone through the gospel have forgiveness of sins and the promise of future glory. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/5718/the-corinthians-reigning-as-kings-the-apostles-a-spectacle-to-the-world Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 To Fast or Not to Fast?: Matthew 6:16-18 To Fast or Not to Fast?: Matthew 6:16-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/to-fast-or-not-to-fast-matthew-616-18 Fasting is a Christian liberty issue which means that we are free to fast or not to fast. Jesus’ instructions about fasting were probably given not to ensure His dis Fasting is a Christian liberty issue which means that we are free to fast or not to fast. Jesus’ instructions about fasting were probably given not to ensure His dis https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/5717/to-fast-or-not-to-fast-matthew-616-18 Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Call to Pray in Faith, Not in Vain: Matthew 6:5-15 The Call to Pray in Faith, Not in Vain: Matthew 6:5-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/the-call-to-pray-in-faith-not-in-vain-matthew-65-15 Concern for God’s glory and His coming kingdom should be paramount in our minds and prayers. We also learn of the great benefit in being able to bring our needs before the heavenly throne Concern for God’s glory and His coming kingdom should be paramount in our minds and prayers. We also learn of the great benefit in being able to bring our needs before the heavenly throne https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/5716/the-call-to-pray-in-faith-not-in-vain-matthew-65-15 Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Grace Alone Means No Boasting: 1 Corinthians 4:7 Grace Alone Means No Boasting: 1 Corinthians 4:7 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/grace-alone-means-no-boasting-1-corinthians-47 Holy Spirit inspired Scripture is for our good and benefit, we need to stay within the boundaries set by God in His word. Holy Spirit inspired Scripture is for our good and benefit, we need to stay within the boundaries set by God in His word. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/5715/grace-alone-means-no-boasting-1-corinthians-47 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Do Not Go Beyond What Is Written: 1 Corinthians 4:6 Do Not Go Beyond What Is Written: 1 Corinthians 4:6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/do-not-go-beyond-what-is-written-1-corinthians-46 The purpose clauses in this verse involve not only the need to stay within Biblical boundaries, but to not be “puffed up” by comparing one to another. To be inflated in our own estimation is a serious danger to the well-being of the flock The purpose clauses in this verse involve not only the need to stay within Biblical boundaries, but to not be “puffed up” by comparing one to another. To be inflated in our own estimation is a serious danger to the well-being of the flock https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/5714/do-not-go-beyond-what-is-written-1-corinthians-46 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Living for God’s Reward, Not Man’s: Matthew 6:1-4 Living for God’s Reward, Not Man’s: Matthew 6:1-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/living-for-god-s-reward-not-man-s-matthew-61-4 In Jesus’ day would give in order to be seen by men. Jesus explains that this leads to a temporary reward from men here and now. On the other hand, the person who gives to be noticed only by God will be given reward that is eternal. In Jesus’ day would give in order to be seen by men. Jesus explains that this leads to a temporary reward from men here and now. On the other hand, the person who gives to be noticed only by God will be given reward that is eternal. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/5713/living-for-god-s-reward-not-man-s-matthew-61-4 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Call to Love Our Enemies: Matthew 5:43-48 The Call to Love Our Enemies: Matthew 5:43-48 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/the-call-to-love-our-enemies-matthew-543-48 We are called by Christ to be vessels of mercy equipped with the gospel upon our lips and the love of Christ in our hearts. We are called by Christ to be vessels of mercy equipped with the gospel upon our lips and the love of Christ in our hearts. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/5712/the-call-to-love-our-enemies-matthew-543-48 Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Do Not Judge Before the Time: 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 Do Not Judge Before the Time: 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/do-not-judge-before-the-time-1-corinthians-43-5 The future day when the Lord judges will be based on things which we cannot know—the thoughts and motives of the heart. Only God knows the heart The future day when the Lord judges will be based on things which we cannot know—the thoughts and motives of the heart. Only God knows the heart https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/5711/do-not-judge-before-the-time-1-corinthians-43-5 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Ministers as Faithful Stewards: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 Ministers as Faithful Stewards: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/ministers-as-faithful-stewards-1-corinthians-41-2 Paul uses the phrase, “managers of the mysteries of God.” We show how mystery as used in this context is not a secret to used to deceive people in mystery religions for a price, but that which would not be know had God not chosen to reveal it. The mystery of God in this context is the gospel itself—Christ crucified Paul uses the phrase, “managers of the mysteries of God.” We show how mystery as used in this context is not a secret to used to deceive people in mystery religions for a price, but that which would not be know had God not chosen to reveal it. The mystery of God in this context is the gospel itself—Christ crucified https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/5710/ministers-as-faithful-stewards-1-corinthians-41-2 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus’ Followers Must Show Godly Benevolence: Matthew 5:38-42 Jesus’ Followers Must Show Godly Benevolence: Matthew 5:38-42 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/jesus-followers-must-show-godly-benevolence-matthew-538-42 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/5709/jesus-followers-must-show-godly-benevolence-matthew-538-42 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Christ Alone Is the Promise Keeper: Matthew 5:33-37 Christ Alone Is the Promise Keeper: Matthew 5:33-37 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/christ-alone-is-the-promise-keeper-matthew-533-37 We should not be in the business of making vows and oaths since our own human frailties and sinfulness often keeps us from fulfilling our promises. We also learn that even though humans often break their oaths and vows, we serve a God who is always faithful to keep His promises. We should not be in the business of making vows and oaths since our own human frailties and sinfulness often keeps us from fulfilling our promises. We also learn that even though humans often break their oaths and vows, we serve a God who is always faithful to keep His promises. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/5708/christ-alone-is-the-promise-keeper-matthew-533-37 Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Believer’s Hope: God Keeps His Promises Romans 8:28 The Believer’s Hope: God Keeps His Promises Romans 8:28 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/the-believer-s-hope-god-keeps-his-promises-romans-828 We cannot be separated from God’s love. Five verbs in the past tense are often called the “golden chain”: foreknew, predestined, called, justified, and glorified. Each one is about the certainty of God bringing each of His own into conformity to the image of Christ. They are in the past tense which here is proleptic—describing future certainty. We cannot be separated from God’s love. Five verbs in the past tense are often called the “golden chain”: foreknew, predestined, called, justified, and glorified. Each one is about the certainty of God bringing each of His own into conformity to the image of Christ. They are in the past tense which here is proleptic—describing future certainty. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/5707/the-believer-s-hope-god-keeps-his-promises-romans-828 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Do Not Boast in Human Leaders, Boast in God: 1 Corinthians 3:21-23 Do Not Boast in Human Leaders, Boast in God: 1 Corinthians 3:21-23 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/do-not-boast-in-human-leaders-boast-in-god-1-corinthians-321-23 In this study of 1 Corinthians, Paul exhorts us to not boast in human leaders and gives a profound theological reason why. Those who trust in Christ crucified have everything God has promises and provided in Christ. In this study of 1 Corinthians, Paul exhorts us to not boast in human leaders and gives a profound theological reason why. Those who trust in Christ crucified have everything God has promises and provided in Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/5706/do-not-boast-in-human-leaders-boast-in-god-1-corinthians-321-23 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus’ Followers Must Hate Divorce: Matthew 5:31-32 Jesus’ Followers Must Hate Divorce: Matthew 5:31-32 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/jesus-followers-must-hate-divorce-matthew-531-32 believers in Christ should develop a hatred of divorce in order that we don’t succumb to it in our own marriages. believers in Christ should develop a hatred of divorce in order that we don’t succumb to it in our own marriages. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/5705/jesus-followers-must-hate-divorce-matthew-531-32 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Defines The Root of Adultery: Matthew 5:27-30 Jesus Defines The Root of Adultery: Matthew 5:27-30 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/jesus-defines-the-root-of-adultery-matthew-527-30 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/5704/jesus-defines-the-root-of-adultery-matthew-527-30 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Danger of Self Delusion: 1 Corinthians 3:18-20 The Danger of Self Delusion: 1 Corinthians 3:18-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/the-danger-of-self-delusion-1-corinthians-318-20 The futile reasonings of man-centered religion still reject the significance of Christ crucified. The main claim of this sermon is that there is no valid process whereby the wisdom of God will be popular with the world. We show from Romans that the hostility to the truth by those deceived by the lie has never changed. If we do not turn to Christ and believe the truth, we are still in the clutches of the lie and face God’s wrath against sin. The futile reasonings of man-centered religion still reject the significance of Christ crucified. The main claim of this sermon is that there is no valid process whereby the wisdom of God will be popular with the world. We show from Romans that the hostility to the truth by those deceived by the lie has never changed. If we do not turn to Christ and believe the truth, we are still in the clutches of the lie and face God’s wrath against sin. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/5703/the-danger-of-self-delusion-1-corinthians-318-20 Sun, 3 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Church Is God’s Temple: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 The Church Is God’s Temple: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/the-church-is-god-s-temple-1-corinthians-316-17 Those who are redeemed and gathered in His name are the temple of God. God dwells in buildings not made with hands (a phrase oft repeated in Acts). To destroy the valid fellowship of believers is to come under the danger of God’s judgment. Those who are redeemed and gathered in His name are the temple of God. God dwells in buildings not made with hands (a phrase oft repeated in Acts). To destroy the valid fellowship of believers is to come under the danger of God’s judgment. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/5702/the-church-is-god-s-temple-1-corinthians-316-17 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Baptism: The Sign of Being United with Christ Baptism: The Sign of Being United with Christ https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/baptism-the-sign-of-being-united-with-christ Come and hear for yourself how baptism symbolizes the union we have with Christ the moment we trusted in Him Come and hear for yourself how baptism symbolizes the union we have with Christ the moment we trusted in Him https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/5701/baptism-the-sign-of-being-united-with-christ Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Defines the Root of Murder: Matthew 5:21-26 Jesus Defines the Root of Murder: Matthew 5:21-26 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/jesus-defines-the-root-of-murder-matthew-521-26 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/5699/jesus-defines-the-root-of-murder-matthew-521-26 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Fulfilled The Law and The Prophets: Matthew 5:17-20 Jesus Fulfilled The Law and The Prophets: Matthew 5:17-20 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/jesus-fulfilled-the-law-and-the-prophets-matthew-517-20 The only way our righteousness can surpass that of the Scribes and Pharisees is by belonging to Christ by faith. The Mosaic Covenant has been replaced by Christ’s New Covenant. The only way our righteousness can surpass that of the Scribes and Pharisees is by belonging to Christ by faith. The Mosaic Covenant has been replaced by Christ’s New Covenant. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/5698/jesus-fulfilled-the-law-and-the-prophets-matthew-517-20 Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Build in Light of the Day of the Lord: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15 Build in Light of the Day of the Lord: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/build-in-light-of-the-day-of-the-lord-1-corinthians-312-15 his section explains that the coming Day (the day of the Lord) will test the work of each one. It is clear that this is about workers who have the right foundation. his section explains that the coming Day (the day of the Lord) will test the work of each one. It is clear that this is about workers who have the right foundation. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/5697/build-in-light-of-the-day-of-the-lord-1-corinthians-312-15 Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The One Foundation: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11 The One Foundation: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/the-one-foundation-1-corinthians-310-11 Paul had been given grace and it is only by grace that anyone is in Christ. We make the claim that church history is filled with divisions and schisms due to lack of concern for the forthright proclamation of the truth of the gospel. A false Christ cannot be a valid foundation. Paul had been given grace and it is only by grace that anyone is in Christ. We make the claim that church history is filled with divisions and schisms due to lack of concern for the forthright proclamation of the truth of the gospel. A false Christ cannot be a valid foundation. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/5696/the-one-foundation-1-corinthians-310-11 Sun, 22 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Call to Be Salt and Light in a Decaying and Dark World: Matthew 5:11-16 The Call to Be Salt and Light in a Decaying and Dark World: Matthew 5:11-16 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/the-call-to-be-salt-and-light-in-a-decaying-and-dark-world-matthew-511-16 Believers are called to be different from the world but not absent from the world. Come and hear for yourself how you can be salt and light for Christ in a decaying and dark world Believers are called to be different from the world but not absent from the world. Come and hear for yourself how you can be salt and light for Christ in a decaying and dark world https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/5695/the-call-to-be-salt-and-light-in-a-decaying-and-dark-world-matthew-511-16 Sun, 15 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 What Are Citizens of Christ’s Kingdom Like? Matthew 5:1-10 What Are Citizens of Christ’s Kingdom Like? Matthew 5:1-10 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/what-are-citizens-of-christ-s-kingdom-like-matthew-51-10 We examine how Jesus’ beatitudes describe how His followers should think and act. We begin the message talking about interpretive principles regarding the Mount of Beatitudes. We explain how being blessed has nothing to do with our symptoms experienced in this world, but we learn instead that being blessed is about having the status of God’s favor which ensures that we will one day enter Christ’s kingdom. Come and hear for yourself what Christ demands of His followers and what it means to be truly blessed. We examine how Jesus’ beatitudes describe how His followers should think and act. We begin the message talking about interpretive principles regarding the Mount of Beatitudes. We explain how being blessed has nothing to do with our symptoms experienced in this world, but we learn instead that being blessed is about having the status of God’s favor which ensures that we will one day enter Christ’s kingdom. Come and hear for yourself what Christ demands of His followers and what it means to be truly blessed. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/5694/what-are-citizens-of-christ-s-kingdom-like-matthew-51-10 Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 God’s Laborers Serve in God’s Field: 1 Corinthians 3:8-9 God’s Laborers Serve in God’s Field: 1 Corinthians 3:8-9 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/god-s-laborers-serve-in-god-s-field-1-corinthians-38-9 This sermon emphasizes that since all who serve the Lord must not seek the approval of men in the fallen world system, Much of this message is about future reward, the contrast between those who know God through Christ and the many false religions of the world, and the need to be reconciled to God. Only those who know Christ and trust Him alone are reconciled to God. The world is not evolving into paradise on earth but is heading toward judgment. This sermon emphasizes that since all who serve the Lord must not seek the approval of men in the fallen world system, Much of this message is about future reward, the contrast between those who know God through Christ and the many false religions of the world, and the need to be reconciled to God. Only those who know Christ and trust Him alone are reconciled to God. The world is not evolving into paradise on earth but is heading toward judgment. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/5693/god-s-laborers-serve-in-god-s-field-1-corinthians-38-9 Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 God Gives Servants For His Purposes: 1 Corinthians 3:5-7 God Gives Servants For His Purposes: 1 Corinthians 3:5-7 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/god-gives-servants-for-his-purposes-1-corinthians-35-7 In this text, Paul uses two rhetorical questions to highlight the problem with schisms based on personalities. Those who believed the gospel put their faith in Christ, not the personalities of preachers. In this text, Paul uses two rhetorical questions to highlight the problem with schisms based on personalities. Those who believed the gospel put their faith in Christ, not the personalities of preachers. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/5692/god-gives-servants-for-his-purposes-1-corinthians-35-7 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Empty Tomb: Powerful Evidence for Christ’s Resurrection The Empty Tomb: Powerful Evidence for Christ’s Resurrection https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/the-empty-tomb-powerful-evidence-for-christ-s-resurrection https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/5691/the-empty-tomb-powerful-evidence-for-christ-s-resurrection Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus: Our Substitutionary Lamb: Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29) Jesus: Our Substitutionary Lamb: Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29) https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/jesus-our-substitutionary-lamb-behold-the-lamb-of-god-who-takes-away-the-sin-of-the-world-john-129 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/5690/jesus-our-substitutionary-lamb-behold-the-lamb-of-god-who-takes-away-the-sin-of-the-world-john-129 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Status Rivalry Is Merely Human: 1 Corinthians 3:3-4 Status Rivalry Is Merely Human: 1 Corinthians 3:3-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/status-rivalry-is-merely-human-1-corinthians-33-4 This sermon deals with the key reason that Paul used irony to describe the Corinthian church as "still of the flesh." They were making judgments about the relative value of various preachers which created "jealousy and strife." The term for strife is used nine times in the NT, all with negative connotations. Some were making claims that would not be made if they understood that they are no longer "merely human." Those in Christ are part of the redeemed family of God and have various gifts. Those who claim to be superior based on which preacher they follow are behaving and thinking as if they were in Adam rather than in Christ. Their slogans showed this confused thinking. In Luke, and elsewhere in the Bible, there were debates about who was the greatest. Those who come to Christ through the gospel already have received great honor as they are part of the family of God. When we compare gifts and make judgments about who is more or less important, we are in danger of bringing worldly status rivalry into the church. Some in Corinth made such judgments about Paul. The sermon ends with sharing the gospel based on 1 Corinthians 15:21, 22 and what it means to be in Adam where all die, or in Christ with the gift of eternal life. This sermon deals with the key reason that Paul used irony to describe the Corinthian church as "still of the flesh." They were making judgments about the relative value of various preachers which created "jealousy and strife." The term for strife is used nine times in the NT, all with negative connotations. Some were making claims that would not be made if they understood that they are no longer "merely human." Those in Christ are part of the redeemed family of God and have various gifts. Those who claim to be superior based on which preacher they follow are behaving and thinking as if they were in Adam rather than in Christ. Their slogans showed this confused thinking. In Luke, and elsewhere in the Bible, there were debates about who was the greatest. Those who come to Christ through the gospel already have received great honor as they are part of the family of God. When we compare gifts and make judgments about who is more or less important, we are in danger of bringing worldly status rivalry into the church. Some in Corinth made such judgments about Paul. The sermon ends with sharing the gospel based on 1 Corinthians 15:21, 22 and what it means to be in Adam where all die, or in Christ with the gift of eternal life. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/5689/status-rivalry-is-merely-human-1-corinthians-33-4 Sun, 3 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Irony of Fleshly Spirituality: Corinthians 3:1-2 The Irony of Fleshly Spirituality: Corinthians 3:1-2 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/the-irony-of-fleshly-spirituality-corinthians-31-2 Paul addresses those who did come to Christ (not lost in sin) that he “could not” address “as” spiritual people but as “people of the flesh.” This is ironic and not literal. Paul addresses those who did come to Christ (not lost in sin) that he “could not” address “as” spiritual people but as “people of the flesh.” This is ironic and not literal. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/5688/the-irony-of-fleshly-spirituality-corinthians-31-2 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus: The Messiah Who Heals.: Matthew 4:23-25 Jesus: The Messiah Who Heals.: Matthew 4:23-25 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/jesus-the-messiah-who-heals-matthew-423-25 Jesus’ healings are proof that Jesus is the fulfillment of passages like Isaiah 35:5-6 which predicted miraculous healings associated with the coming messianic age. Jesus’ healings are proof that Jesus is the fulfillment of passages like Isaiah 35:5-6 which predicted miraculous healings associated with the coming messianic age. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/5687/jesus-the-messiah-who-heals-matthew-423-25 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Christ Personally Calls His Apostles: Matthew 4:18-22 Christ Personally Calls His Apostles: Matthew 4:18-22 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/christ-personally-calls-his-apostles-matthew-418-22 We learn that Jesus called His apostles personally and objectively. This calling stands in stark contrast to false apostles today who claim to be called as apostles but have no personal call by Christ. We learn that Jesus called His apostles personally and objectively. This calling stands in stark contrast to false apostles today who claim to be called as apostles but have no personal call by Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/5686/christ-personally-calls-his-apostles-matthew-418-22 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Spiritual Person: True and False Spirituality: 1 Corinthians 2:15-16 The Spiritual Person: True and False Spirituality: 1 Corinthians 2:15-16 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/the-spiritual-person-true-and-false-spirituality-1-corinthians-215-16 The spiritual person who judges rightly sees the various religious messages of the world to lead away from God’s one true message of salvation. Those who know Christ by faith alone reject any spiritual claim that leads away from the truth. The spiritual person who judges rightly sees the various religious messages of the world to lead away from God’s one true message of salvation. Those who know Christ by faith alone reject any spiritual claim that leads away from the truth. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/5683/the-spiritual-person-true-and-false-spirituality-1-corinthians-215-16 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Natural Man Is Lost: 1 Corinthians 2:14 The Natural Man Is Lost: 1 Corinthians 2:14 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/the-natural-man-is-lost-1-corinthians-214 Paul says that the natural man does not have the power to know the things of the Spirit. This does not imply various levels of Christians based on special knowledge, but a failure to perceive the weightiness of the gospel itself. Paul says that the natural man does not have the power to know the things of the Spirit. This does not imply various levels of Christians based on special knowledge, but a failure to perceive the weightiness of the gospel itself. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/5682/the-natural-man-is-lost-1-corinthians-214 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Messianic Age Dawned in Galilee: Matthew 4:12-17 The Messianic Age Dawned in Galilee: Matthew 4:12-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/the-messianic-age-dawned-in-galilee-matthew-412-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/5681/the-messianic-age-dawned-in-galilee-matthew-412-17 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Is Faithful in the Wilderness: Matthew 4:1-11 Jesus Is Faithful in the Wilderness: Matthew 4:1-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/jesus-is-faithful-in-the-wilderness-matthew-41-11 Jesus’ faithfulness in the wilderness was crucial for our salvation. Jesus’ faithfulness in the wilderness was crucial for our salvation. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/5680/jesus-is-faithful-in-the-wilderness-matthew-41-11 Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Lord’s Supper: 1 Corinthians 11:18-33 The Lord’s Supper: 1 Corinthians 11:18-33 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/the-lord-s-supper-1-corinthians-1118-33 The means anyone comes into fellowship with the redeemed is through Christ crucified. The “discerning the Lord’s body” is not about communion elements but about the redeemed people who are part of the body of Christ. The means anyone comes into fellowship with the redeemed is through Christ crucified. The “discerning the Lord’s body” is not about communion elements but about the redeemed people who are part of the body of Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/5679/the-lord-s-supper-1-corinthians-1118-33 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Words Taught by the Spirit: 1 Corinthians 2:13 Words Taught by the Spirit: 1 Corinthians 2:13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/words-taught-by-the-spirit-1-corinthians-213 This sermon focuses on a verse that has been difficult to interpret. We deal with each word in the passage to show that the “things” which Paul and the others preach, is Christ crucified. False teachers of various types take the concept of “words taught be the Spirit” to be the domain of mystics, higher order spirituality, or special revelations for truly “spiritual” Christians.Paul wrote to correct that error, not to teach how to be schismatic through false claims! This sermon focuses on a verse that has been difficult to interpret. We deal with each word in the passage to show that the “things” which Paul and the others preach, is Christ crucified. False teachers of various types take the concept of “words taught be the Spirit” to be the domain of mystics, higher order spirituality, or special revelations for truly “spiritual” Christians.Paul wrote to correct that error, not to teach how to be schismatic through false claims! https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/5678/words-taught-by-the-spirit-1-corinthians-213 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Why Was Jesus Baptized? Matthew 3:13-17 Why Was Jesus Baptized? Matthew 3:13-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/why-was-jesus-baptized-matthew-313-17 We learn in this message that baptism indicates identity and solidarity with those who are baptized together. Just as believers identify with Christ in baptism, we learn in this message that Christ first identified with us by being baptized. We learn in this message that baptism indicates identity and solidarity with those who are baptized together. Just as believers identify with Christ in baptism, we learn in this message that Christ first identified with us by being baptized. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/5677/why-was-jesus-baptized-matthew-313-17 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Baptizes All Believers in The Spirit: Matthew 3:11-12 Jesus Baptizes All Believers in The Spirit: Matthew 3:11-12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/jesus-baptizes-all-believers-in-the-spirit-matthew-311-12 The life of a believer is placed in the care of the Holy Spirit, and every aspect of our Christian life is a gift from Go The life of a believer is placed in the care of the Holy Spirit, and every aspect of our Christian life is a gift from Go https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/5676/jesus-baptizes-all-believers-in-the-spirit-matthew-311-12 Sun, 9 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Spirit of God Reveals Grace: 1 Corinthians 2:12 The Spirit of God Reveals Grace: 1 Corinthians 2:12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/the-spirit-of-god-reveals-grace-1-corinthians-212 The clear teaching of the scriptures is that Jesus Christ intercedes for us at the right hand of God. We are safe because He intercedes for us! The clear teaching of the scriptures is that Jesus Christ intercedes for us at the right hand of God. We are safe because He intercedes for us! https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/5675/the-spirit-of-god-reveals-grace-1-corinthians-212 Sun, 2 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Joy of Salvation in a Turbulent World The Joy of Salvation in a Turbulent World https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/the-joy-of-salvation-in-a-turbulent-world the true gospel of Jesus Christ deposits everlasting joy in those who believe. the true gospel of Jesus Christ deposits everlasting joy in those who believe. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/5674/the-joy-of-salvation-in-a-turbulent-world Sun, 26 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 The Depths of God Revealed Through the Spirit: 1 Corinthians 2:10-11 The Depths of God Revealed Through the Spirit: 1 Corinthians 2:10-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-19/the-depths-of-god-revealed-through-the-spirit-1-corinthians-210-11 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-19/5673/the-depths-of-god-revealed-through-the-spirit-1-corinthians-210-11 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 What No Human Mind Conceived: 1 Corinthians 2:9 What No Human Mind Conceived: 1 Corinthians 2:9 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-12/what-no-human-mind-conceived-1-corinthians-29 The message of the gospel, Christ crucified, was revealed by God, not contrived by man. Paul uses various terms and phrases to express the fact the one true message by which God saves sinners offends everyone but those who believe. The message of the gospel, Christ crucified, was revealed by God, not contrived by man. Paul uses various terms and phrases to express the fact the one true message by which God saves sinners offends everyone but those who believe. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-12/5672/what-no-human-mind-conceived-1-corinthians-29 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 The True Children of Abraham Bear Fruit: Matthew 3:5-10 The True Children of Abraham Bear Fruit: Matthew 3:5-10 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/the-true-children-of-abraham-bear-fruit-matthew-35-10 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/5671/the-true-children-of-abraham-bear-fruit-matthew-35-10 Sun, 5 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0600 John the Baptist Prepares Messiah’s Path: Matthew 3:1-4 John the Baptist Prepares Messiah’s Path: Matthew 3:1-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/john-the-baptist-prepares-messiah-s-path-matthew-31-4 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/5670/john-the-baptist-prepares-messiah-s-path-matthew-31-4 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0600 A Father and Two Lost Sons Pt 2. Luke 15:22-32 A Father and Two Lost Sons Pt 2. Luke 15:22-32 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/a-father-and-two-lost-sons-pt-2-luke-1522-32 The older son is the focus of the end of the parable. The details of this include the father making a loving appeal to the older son as well. The end the parable as is left open. We do not know whether the father's appeal was heeded. The point is that God in Christ bore the shame, insults and mockery so that repentant sinners, (the found) are brought to life and given the joy of Messianic salvation. There is joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. It was necessary to rejoice. The main point of application concerns the Lord's Supper as a celebration of Messianic salvation. We also must remember not to make false judgments about those who come to Christ. The Lord's Supper is a table fellowship for the found. The older son is the focus of the end of the parable. The details of this include the father making a loving appeal to the older son as well. The end the parable as is left open. We do not know whether the father's appeal was heeded. The point is that God in Christ bore the shame, insults and mockery so that repentant sinners, (the found) are brought to life and given the joy of Messianic salvation. There is joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. It was necessary to rejoice. The main point of application concerns the Lord's Supper as a celebration of Messianic salvation. We also must remember not to make false judgments about those who come to Christ. The Lord's Supper is a table fellowship for the found. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/5669/a-father-and-two-lost-sons-pt-2-luke-1522-32 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0600 A Father and Two Lost Sons Pt 1: Luke 15:11-21 A Father and Two Lost Sons Pt 1: Luke 15:11-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/a-father-and-two-lost-sons-pt-1-luke-1511-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/5668/a-father-and-two-lost-sons-pt-1-luke-1511-21 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus is Yahweh's "Branch": Matthew 2:19-23 Jesus is Yahweh's "Branch": Matthew 2:19-23 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/jesus-is-yahwehs-branch-matthew-219-23 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/5667/jesus-is-yahwehs-branch-matthew-219-23 Sun, 7 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Christ Will Wipe Away Our Tears: Matthew 2:16-18 Christ Will Wipe Away Our Tears: Matthew 2:16-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/christ-will-wipe-away-our-tears-matthew-216-18 The weeping of more Israelite mothers in Bethlehem over the murder of their babies was an event that Matthew understood as one day coming to an end when Jesus restores the kingdom to Israel. In this message I prove that every believer in Christ will be a partaker in the glorious kingdom that Christ will establish at His return. The weeping of more Israelite mothers in Bethlehem over the murder of their babies was an event that Matthew understood as one day coming to an end when Jesus restores the kingdom to Israel. In this message I prove that every believer in Christ will be a partaker in the glorious kingdom that Christ will establish at His return. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/5666/christ-will-wipe-away-our-tears-matthew-216-18 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Lord of Glory Saves Sinners: 1 Corinthians 2:8 The Lord of Glory Saves Sinners: 1 Corinthians 2:8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/the-lord-of-glory-saves-sinners-1-corinthians-28 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/5665/the-lord-of-glory-saves-sinners-1-corinthians-28 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Wisdom From Ages Past to Glory: 1 Corinthians 2:7 Wisdom From Ages Past to Glory: 1 Corinthians 2:7 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/-wisdom-from-ages-past-to-glory-1-corinthians-27 The crucifixion of Christ and His bodily resurrection is objective truth and preached to all, including civil authorities. God’s wisdom was “predestined before the ages.” Those who know Christ through the gospel (all believers ) are destined to glory is assured by the promises of God. The crucifixion of Christ and His bodily resurrection is objective truth and preached to all, including civil authorities. God’s wisdom was “predestined before the ages.” Those who know Christ through the gospel (all believers ) are destined to glory is assured by the promises of God. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/5664/-wisdom-from-ages-past-to-glory-1-corinthians-27 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Wisdom of This Age Is Doomed: 1 Corinthians 2:6 Wisdom of This Age Is Doomed: 1 Corinthians 2:6 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/wisdom-of-this-age-is-doomed-1-corinthians-26 The “wisdom of this age” is foolishness because it rejects God’s revealed wisdom which is “Christ crucified.” The evil rulers of this age are human rulers and the spiritual powers of darkness which are in the heavenly places. They are “coming to nothing” because they face God’s judgment. The “wisdom of this age” is foolishness because it rejects God’s revealed wisdom which is “Christ crucified.” The evil rulers of this age are human rulers and the spiritual powers of darkness which are in the heavenly places. They are “coming to nothing” because they face God’s judgment. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/5663/wisdom-of-this-age-is-doomed-1-corinthians-26 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0500 God Protects His Son: Matthew 2:13-15 God Protects His Son: Matthew 2:13-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-03/god-protects-his-son-matthew-213-15 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-10-03/5662/god-protects-his-son-matthew-213-15 Sun, 3 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Who is our King? Matthew 2:1-12 Who is our King? Matthew 2:1-12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-26/who-is-our-king-matthew-21-12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-26/5660/who-is-our-king-matthew-21-12 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0500 God’s Power Through His Means: 1 Corinthians 2:3-5 God’s Power Through His Means: 1 Corinthians 2:3-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-17/god-s-power-through-his-means-1-corinthians-23-5 God’s power does not depend on the rhetorical cleverness of the preacher but the clarity of the gospel message God’s power does not depend on the rhetorical cleverness of the preacher but the clarity of the gospel message https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-17/5659/god-s-power-through-his-means-1-corinthians-23-5 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Not Rhetoric But Christ Crucified: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2 Not Rhetoric But Christ Crucified: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-12/not-rhetoric-but-christ-crucified-1-corinthians-21-2 Nevertheless Paul resolved to focus on “Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” Sadly, many today are concerned about other matters and refuse to clearly proclaim Christ. Nevertheless Paul resolved to focus on “Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” Sadly, many today are concerned about other matters and refuse to clearly proclaim Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-12/5658/not-rhetoric-but-christ-crucified-1-corinthians-21-2 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Role of Christ’s Virgin Birth in Our Salvation: Matthew 1:21-25 The Role of Christ’s Virgin Birth in Our Salvation: Matthew 1:21-25 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-05/the-role-of-christ-s-virgin-birth-in-our-salvation-matthew-121-25 Jesus alone fits all of the data concerning what was revealed about the Immanuel child in the book of Isaiah. It was necessary for the Son of God to become flesh through the virgin birth in order that we might have the forgiveness of sins. Jesus alone fits all of the data concerning what was revealed about the Immanuel child in the book of Isaiah. It was necessary for the Son of God to become flesh through the virgin birth in order that we might have the forgiveness of sins. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-09-05/5657/the-role-of-christ-s-virgin-birth-in-our-salvation-matthew-121-25 Sun, 5 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Joseph’s Role in Christ’s Birth: Matthew 1:18-21 Joseph’s Role in Christ’s Birth: Matthew 1:18-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-29/joseph-s-role-in-christ-s-birth-matthew-118-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-29/5656/joseph-s-role-in-christ-s-birth-matthew-118-21 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Our Boast Must Only Be in God: 1 Corinthians 1:30-31 Our Boast Must Only Be in God: 1 Corinthians 1:30-31 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-22/our-boast-must-only-be-in-god-1-corinthians-130-31 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-22/5655/our-boast-must-only-be-in-god-1-corinthians-130-31 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0500 No Boasting Before God: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29 No Boasting Before God: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-15/no-boasting-before-god-1-corinthians-127-29 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-15/5654/no-boasting-before-god-1-corinthians-127-29 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Messiah’s Lineage Matters, Ours Doesn’t: Matthew 1:1-17 Messiah’s Lineage Matters, Ours Doesn’t: Matthew 1:1-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/messiah-s-lineage-matters-ours-doesn-t-matthew-11-17 God saves unlikely people as revealed in Matthew's record. Why Christ’s genetic genealogy mattered, but ours doesn’t. God saves unlikely people as revealed in Matthew's record. Why Christ’s genetic genealogy mattered, but ours doesn’t. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/5653/messiah-s-lineage-matters-ours-doesn-t-matthew-11-17 Sun, 8 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel of Matthew - Intro The Gospel of Matthew - Intro https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-01/the-gospel-of-matthew-intro Matthew provides a majestic portrait of Messiah and reveals the Old Testament prophecies that were fulfilled in Christ’s person and work. Matthew provides a majestic portrait of Messiah and reveals the Old Testament prophecies that were fulfilled in Christ’s person and work. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-08-01/5652/the-gospel-of-matthew-intro Sun, 1 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0500 God Does Things His Way: 1 Corinthians 1:25-26 God Does Things His Way: 1 Corinthians 1:25-26 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-25/god-does-things-his-way-1-corinthians-125-26 Paul makes it clear that God made dead sinners alive through the gospel and thus reveals His wisdom and power. Those redeemed by God’s grace are no longer who they were in the eyes of the lost world. Paul makes it clear that God made dead sinners alive through the gospel and thus reveals His wisdom and power. Those redeemed by God’s grace are no longer who they were in the eyes of the lost world. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-25/5651/god-does-things-his-way-1-corinthians-125-26 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel Is Not Seeker Sensitive! 1 Corinthians 1:22-24 The Gospel Is Not Seeker Sensitive! 1 Corinthians 1:22-24 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-18/the-gospel-is-not-seeker-sensitive-1-corinthians-122-24 conversion is not man getting God to do things how fallen humans want, but God converting sinners through clear and forthright gospel preaching, there is no reason to do surveys of sinners to find out what they want to hear. conversion is not man getting God to do things how fallen humans want, but God converting sinners through clear and forthright gospel preaching, there is no reason to do surveys of sinners to find out what they want to hear. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-18/5650/the-gospel-is-not-seeker-sensitive-1-corinthians-122-24 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Benediction and “Bookmarks”: 2 Timothy 4:19-22 Benediction and “Bookmarks”: 2 Timothy 4:19-22 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-11/benediction-and-bookmarks-2-timothy-419-22 Ten verses from both 1st and 2nd Timothy serve as a review for these two great books. These passages are “bookmarks” because they are essential for the theology of the church in any age. These verses help the Christian understand what covenant they are under, the nature of Christ’s mission, and the true content of the gospel. These great verses are important to build up your theological arsenal. Ten verses from both 1st and 2nd Timothy serve as a review for these two great books. These passages are “bookmarks” because they are essential for the theology of the church in any age. These verses help the Christian understand what covenant they are under, the nature of Christ’s mission, and the true content of the gospel. These great verses are important to build up your theological arsenal. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-11/5649/benediction-and-bookmarks-2-timothy-419-22 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Don’t Abandon the Apostles!: 2 Timothy 4:9-18 Don’t Abandon the Apostles!: 2 Timothy 4:9-18 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-04/don-t-abandon-the-apostles-2-timothy-49-18 abandoning the apostles’ doctrines is identical to abandoning the gospel of Christ. I explain how the apostles’ doctrines can be abandoned either by claiming they don’t speak for God, or by claiming that the apostles are not unique in their role as personal spokesmen for Christ. abandoning the apostles’ doctrines is identical to abandoning the gospel of Christ. I explain how the apostles’ doctrines can be abandoned either by claiming they don’t speak for God, or by claiming that the apostles are not unique in their role as personal spokesmen for Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-07-04/5648/don-t-abandon-the-apostles-2-timothy-49-18 Sun, 4 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0500 God Is Pleased to Use the Gospel:1 Corinthians 1:20-21 God Is Pleased to Use the Gospel:1 Corinthians 1:20-21 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-27/god-is-pleased-to-use-the-gospel1-corinthians-120-21 God calls people to repent and turn to Christ. God has spoken to us through His Son in whom He is well-pleased. The seeker movement may attract people, but it is grounded in worldly philosophy and man-centered “wisdom” that is truly foolish and will ultimately be shown to be useless. All who believe the gospel will be vindicated. God calls people to repent and turn to Christ. God has spoken to us through His Son in whom He is well-pleased. The seeker movement may attract people, but it is grounded in worldly philosophy and man-centered “wisdom” that is truly foolish and will ultimately be shown to be useless. All who believe the gospel will be vindicated. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-27/5647/god-is-pleased-to-use-the-gospel1-corinthians-120-21 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0500 One True Message - Two Destinies: 1 Corinthians 1:18-19 One True Message - Two Destinies: 1 Corinthians 1:18-19 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-20/one-true-message-two-destinies-1-corinthians-118-19 The gospel is the one true message that will save. It is the very power of God to those who are being saved The gospel is the one true message that will save. It is the very power of God to those who are being saved https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-20/5646/one-true-message-two-destinies-1-corinthians-118-19 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Contending for the Gospel by Mike Gendron Contending for the Gospel by Mike Gendron https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-13/contending-for-the-gospel-by-mike-gendron https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-13/5645/contending-for-the-gospel-by-mike-gendron Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Live for Christ’s Reward: 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Live for Christ’s Reward: 2 Timothy 4:6-8 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-06/live-for-christ-s-reward-2-timothy-46-8 Come and hear for yourself why dying in Christ Jesus, even before the resurrection, is a blessed hope every Christian can have. Come and hear for yourself why dying in Christ Jesus, even before the resurrection, is a blessed hope every Christian can have. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-06-06/5644/live-for-christ-s-reward-2-timothy-46-8 Sun, 6 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0500 What Teaching Will You Tolerate? 2 Timothy 4:1-5 What Teaching Will You Tolerate? 2 Timothy 4:1-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-30/what-teaching-will-you-tolerate-2-timothy-41-5 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-30/5643/what-teaching-will-you-tolerate-2-timothy-41-5 Sun, 30 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Not Personalities but the Gospel: 1 Corinthians 1:13-17 Not Personalities but the Gospel: 1 Corinthians 1:13-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-23/not-personalities-but-the-gospel-1-corinthians-113-17 Paul’s preaching of the gospel did not depend on clever rhetoric or the sophisticated oratorical skill prized by Greeks, but the work of God through the cross of Christ. Paul’s preaching of the gospel did not depend on clever rhetoric or the sophisticated oratorical skill prized by Greeks, but the work of God through the cross of Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-23/5642/not-personalities-but-the-gospel-1-corinthians-113-17 Sun, 23 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Divisions in the Church: 1 Corinthians 1:10-12 Divisions in the Church: 1 Corinthians 1:10-12 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/divisions-in-the-church-1-corinthians-110-12 Whatever the cause of the divisions, the cure is the truth of the gospel and the true doctrine of Christ. Whatever the cause of the divisions, the cure is the truth of the gospel and the true doctrine of Christ. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/5641/divisions-in-the-church-1-corinthians-110-12 Sun, 16 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Sufficiency of God’s Word: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 The Sufficiency of God’s Word: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/the-sufficiency-of-god-s-word-2-timothy-314-17 Scriptures are sufficient for salvation, sanctification and for preparing the people of God for every good work Scriptures are sufficient for salvation, sanctification and for preparing the people of God for every good work https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/5640/the-sufficiency-of-god-s-word-2-timothy-314-17 Sun, 9 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Can You Really Say, “Follow Me”? 2 Timothy 3:10-13 Can You Really Say, “Follow Me”? 2 Timothy 3:10-13 https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/can-you-really-say-follow-me-2-timothy-310-13 Every Christian should seek to follow the apostles’ teaching and be an example to others in godly living. Every Christian should seek to follow the apostles’ teaching and be an example to others in godly living. https://www.ggf.church/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/5639/can-you-really-say-follow-me-2-timothy-310-13 Sun, 2 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500