Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SC

Navigate the Confusion by Trusting God’s Sovereignty (Proverbs)

Join Pastor Stuart for the eighth lesson in our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

This week, we turn to the wisdom of the Book of Proverbs as we learn to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Trusting God’s Sovereignty". In this lesson, we see:

• Life can be confusing. Trusting God’s sovereignty helps us navigate the confusion.
• Because God is both sovereign and good, he can be trusted when we don’t know what to do.
• Even if we make a bad decision, God is more than able to bring about good.
• If we ever doubt this truth, we need to remember Jesus.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, we ought to trust in the good, wise, and sovereign reign of God.
• So let’s trust our sovereign God in all our decisions.

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Navigate the Confusion by Relying on Each Other (Phil 3:17-4:3)

Join Pastor Nathan for the seventh lesson in our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

This week, we look at the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Philippians 3:17-4:3 as we are encouraged to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Relying on Each Other". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. We need each other to navigate it.
• So let us help each other in every opportunity Christ has given us.

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Navigate the Confusion by Praying (1 Thess 5:16-18)

Join Pastor Nathan for the sixth lesson in our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

This week, we look at 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 as we learn to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Praying". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. Prayer helps us navigate the confusion. 

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Navigate the Confusion by Growing in Wisdom (Prov 3:13-23)

Join Pastor Stuart in the fifth lesson in our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

In this sermon, we look at Proverbs 3:13-23 as we learn to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Growing in Wisdom". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. Wisdom helps us navigate the confusion.
• We need wisdom to:
  1. discern right from wrong;
  2. distinguish what is good, better, and best in various situations;

  3. and, promote flourishing and shalom.

• Ultimately, wisdom is found in the Lord Jesus.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, seek and apply godly wisdom.
• So, let’s rely on the Spirit to grow us in the wisdom of Christ.

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Navigate the Confusion by Employing the Scriptures (2 Tim 3:14-17)

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

In our fourth lesson, we look to 2 Timothy 3:14-17 to see that we ought to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Employing the Scriptures". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. The Scriptures help us navigate the confusion.
• The Scriptures equip us for every good work.
• The major way the Scriptures equip us is making us wise for salvation.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, we ought to know and employ
  the truth of the Scriptures.
• So, by the power of the Spirit and in the name of Christ, let’s grow in applying the Scriptures in every area of our lives
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Navigate the Confusion by Loving Our Neighbors (Matt 22:34-40)

Join Pastor Stuart in the next part of our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

In our third lesson, we return to the Gospel According to Matthew 22:34-40 to see our need to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Loving Our Neighbors". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. Loving our neighbors helps us navigate the confusion.
• We are called to love others as we love ourselves.
• Loving neighbor and loving God are NOT opposing choices.
• We are enabled to love others because of the lavish love God has for us in Christ.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, we ought to practice neighbor love.
• So, by the power of the Spirit and in the name of Christ, let’s grow in our love for others.

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Navigate the Confusion by Loving God (Matt 22:34-40)

Join Pastor Stuart in the next part of our new series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

In this lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Matthew 22:34-40 to see our need to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Loving God". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing. Loving God helps us navigate the confusion.
• Loving God is of utmost importance.
• Loving God involves our everything.
• We are enabled to love God because he loved us first in Christ Jesus.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, we ought to identify the focus of our love.
• So, by the power of the Spirit and in the name of Christ, let’s grow in our love for God.

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Navigate the Confusion with the Good News of Jesus (1 Tim1:8-11)

(Editor's Note: We had several issues with the audio system at the start of the sermon during the worship service this past Sunday. I have edited the sermon audio for flow by removing the unclear portions. Paul Tower; May 8, 2023.)

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.

In this first lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to Timothy 1:8-11 as we are reminded of the importance to . . . "Navigate the Confusion with the Good News of Jesus". In this lesson, we learn:

• Life can be confusing.  The good news of Jesus helps us navigate the confusion.
• Simply put, the good news is that Jesus saves sinners from sin.
• The good news of Jesus promotes beliefs and behaviors that are good for us.
• Therefore, when facing confusing issues, we ought to apply the truth about Jesus.
• So, let’s navigate the confusion of life by staying in step with the good news of Jesus.

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Connect by Being With God’s People (Eph 2:11-22)

Join Pastor Stuart as we conclude our series, Connecting with God.

In this last lesson, we turn to Ephesians 2:11-22 as we are encourage to . . . "Connect by Being With God’s People".

• As we engage with God’s people, we connect with God.
• God joins us together in Christ to grow as his temple – a dwelling place of the Spirit.
• This is one of the reasons why being together is so important.
• Therefore, we ought to prioritize being with God’s people.
• So, let’s enjoy the communion we have with God as we gather together as his people.

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Connect through Repentance (Rev 3:14-22)

Join Pastor Stuart as we return to our series, Connecting with God.

In our fifth lesson, we turn to Revelation 3:14-22 as we hear Jesus' words to the church in Laodicea. In this lesson, we learn the need to . . . "Connect through Repentance".

• Repentance is an important factor in connecting with God.
• At its most basic level repentance involves changing our mind about sin.
• Jesus explicitly says that he reproves and disciplines those he loves. 
• Jesus also promises profound connection to those who repent.
• Therefore, we ought to be zealous and repent.
• So, by the power of the Spirit, let’s repent of our sins and experience more of a close connection with Christ.

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