AM Scripture Reading: Psalm 103.8-13 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey “JUST AS GOD FORGAVE YOU” Ephesians 4.32 Introduction: We have been quoting Ephesians 4.32 for several weeks now: “And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.” Not only does this emphasize that Christians are to forgive each other, but it also sets a precise guide for this forgiving spirit – “just as God in Christ forgave you” [kaqw\$ – kathōs: “according to” (Strong); “even as” (Vine)]. What does God’s perfect standard of forgiveness include? I. GOD IS WILLING TO FORGIVE […]

PM Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 4.8-11 This Evening’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey THE LOVE COVERING 1 PETER 4.8 Introduction: The good relationship I establish and maintain with my brethren in Christ is critical in regards to my good relationship with God. In our text, 1 Peter 4.8, Peter exhorted, “And above all things have fervent love for one another, for ‘love will cover a multitude of sins.’” (Cf., Prov. 10.12; James 5.19-20) In bitterness and negativity resentment is born, but in kindness and thoughtful assistance “love will cover a multitude of sins.” We would do well to consider this Love […]