Episodes
Monday Aug 07, 2023
The More Excellent Way (1 Cor 12:29-13:13)
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this first lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 12:29-13:13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us . . . "The More Excellent Way". In this lesson, we see:
- Love is preeminent.
- Love is the greatest of all the virtues.
- Love is what makes our gifting and actions meaningful, significant, and worthwhile.
- Love is THE defining characteristic of the followers of Christ.
- We are enabled to grow in love because God loved us first in Christ.
- Therefore, we ought to take growing in love seriously.
- So, let’s drink deeply of the love of Christ so that we will overflow in love for God and others.
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Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Striving to Enter God’s Rest (Heb 3:7-4:11)
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Join Pastor Stuart in the final installment of our series, Rest in a Restless World.
In our fourth lesson, we turn to the Epistle to the Hebrews 3:7-4:11 as we learn about . . . "Striving to Enter God's Rest". In this final lesson, we see:
- God calls us to “strive” to enter his rest.
- This “striving” is engaging in a diligent, purposeful, and earnest battle against unbelief.
- Unbelief and rest are ultimately incompatible.
- Jesus will bring all who genuinely believe into the ultimate rest of the new heaven and new earth.
- Therefore, we ought to be zealous to promote belief and actively fight unbelief.
- So, let’s grow in trusting that God’s promises of rest are truly “Yes” and “Amen” in Christ.
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Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Rhythms of Rest (Gen 2:1-3)
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Join Pastor Stuart in part 3 of our series, Rest in a Restless World.
In our third lesson, we turn to several passages of Scripture as we learn about . . . "Rhythms of Rest". In this lesson, we see:
- God has graciously given us rhythms of rest.
- The Sabbath rest rhythm is written into the very fabric of creation.
- We harm ourselves when we ignore these rest rhythms.
- These rhythms of rest point us to the ultimate rest we have in Christ.
- Therefore, we ought to apply God’s rest rhythms to your life.
- So, let’s rest well for the glory of God, our own good, and the good of others.
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Monday Jul 17, 2023
Resting to Listen to Jesus (Luke 10:38-42)
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Join Pastor Stuart in part 2 of our new series, Rest in a Restless World.
In our second lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Luke 10:38-42 as we learn about . . . "Resting to Listen to Jesus". In this lesson, we see:
- Jesus offers us rest from the many distractions that trouble and worry us.
- Being still to listen to Jesus is more important than anything else we can do.
- Connecting with Jesus is “the good portion” that will never be taken away from us.
- Therefore, we ought to spend time with Jesus.
- So, let’s resist what distracts us from Jesus and find rest and refreshment spending time with him.
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Monday Jul 10, 2023
Jesus Offers Rest (Matt 11:28-30)
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Join Pastor Stuart as we begin a new series entitled, Rest in a Restless World.
In this first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 11:28-30 as we hear how . . . "Jesus Offers Rest". In this lesson, we learn:
- Living in a fallen world is wearisome. Jesus offers rest to the weary.
- As we embrace Jesus and his ways, we learn how to have true rest for our souls.
- Jesus assures us his yoke is easy and his burden is light.
- Therefore, we ought to come to Jesus and find rest
from our restlessness! - So, let’s find real rest in Jesus.
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Monday Jul 03, 2023
Navigate the Confusion by Abiding in Christ (Jn 15:1-12)
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Join Pastor Nathan as we conclude our series, Navigating a Confusing Culture.
In our ninth and final lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to John 15:1-12 as we are encouraged to . . . "Navigate the Confusion by Abiding in Christ". In this lesson, we see:
- Life can be confusing. Abiding in Christ can help us navigate it.
- So let us abide in Christ..
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Monday Jun 26, 2023
Navigate the Confusion by Trusting God’s Sovereignty (Proverbs)
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
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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Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Navigate the Confusion by Relying on Each Other (Phil 3:17-4:3)
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
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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Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Navigate the Confusion by Praying (1 Thess 5:16-18)
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
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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Friday Jun 09, 2023
Navigate the Confusion by Growing in Wisdom (Prov 3:13-23)
Friday Jun 09, 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
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:
- discern right from wrong;
- distinguish what is good, better, and best in various situations;
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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.
You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net.
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