Archive for August, 2008
Living Now in Light of Then
Posted by Walter | Filed under Services
This sermon from 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 tackles some weighty subjects, including the “intermediate state” of believers who die before the resurrection, and whether the idea of rewards can coexist with the Gospel framework characterized by grace.
The Treasure in Jars of Clay
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What is the fundamental identity of a Christian? In 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Paul gives us this beautiful picture of the “treasure [of the gospel] in jars of clay.” He goes on to explain what it feels like, why it works, how we know it’s worth it, and how not to lose heart in the midst [...]
Reasons for Unbelief
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Why do some people believe and others don’t? Paul gives us some of the Bible’s answers in 2 Corinthians 4:1-6. And thanks to Wyatt, Scott and Jonathan, we finally got the audio issue resolved! Bonus: The hour-long radio interview mentioned in the sermon, between Walter’s former professor Pete Enns and Marty Moss-Coane in Philadelphia, can [...]
Seeing is Transforming
Posted by Walter | Filed under Services
2 Corinthians 3:7-18 is a rich and hope-filled passage that Walter attempted to explain and apply on Sunday. Alas, once again the recording didn’t come through too well, and the previous weeks’ sermons by intern Xavier Pickett and guest preacher Matt Armstrong didn’t come through at all. This coming week we are going to try [...]
