AM Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 4.6-8 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey “Fighting the Good Fight” Introduction: Paul wrote: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing” (2 Tim. 4.7-8). Are we able to say the same with such confidence? ARE WE FIGHTING THE “GOOD FIGHT”? World wars are not “the good fight” Paul […]

PM Scripture Reading: Hebrews 11.1-6 Brent T. Willey THE FAITH THAT SAVES Hebrews 11.6 Introduction: “And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him” (Heb. 11.6). This passage articulates one of the great themes of the Bible: the essentiality of The Faith That Saves! But “faith” in what? It is a couplet requiring faith in two facts… THAT GOD TRULY EXISTS! To “please Him” involves faithful obedience to God’s Word, “even unto death” (Rom. 10.17; cf., Rev. 2.10). To believe […]

AM Scripture Reading: Acts 20.32-38 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey The Spirit of Giving Acts 20.35 Introduction: Paul reaffirmed his relationship with the church in Ephesus and its eldership. (Acts 20.17-38) He reserved the simple, but profound, words of Jesus to conclude his exhortation: “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (v. 35). The Spirit of Giving has numerous qualities & blessings… I. The Spirit of Giving Is First Thankful “Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” (2 Cor. 9.15). Truly thankful people are the most giving. (Psa. 107.21-22) II. The Spirit of Giving Is Sacrificial […]