Sermons on Called
The Restoration Principle: The Ongoing Work
This week Richard continues The Restoration Principle series by taking a look at the work that is still going on to restore the Church.
The Restoration Principle: Grace, Joy, and Unity
Last week John introduced to us the principle of restoration, that is doing our best to rely on the New Testament and the practices of the early church to determine the life and teachings of the church today. We continue this morning with an amazing story from the Old Testament that shows how this biblical principle, of returning to the word of God, results in the joy and unity of God’s people, as God showers them blessings of His grace.
The Restoration Principle
With the sermon this morning, we will continue a discussion that began indirectly a couple of weeks ago. when we started studying Ephesians chapter four. In that text, Paul said, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope of your calling; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all who is over all and through all and in all.” (Ephesians 4:4-5) There is one Body, the Church. And yet, when we look out at the world, we see many people professing to follow Christ, who believe and practice drastically different things. We’re going to address this observation today, and take a look at what we’re calling: “The Restoration Principle.”
Called to Unity
Today we come to the turning point in the book of Ephesians. Paul has unfolded God’s eternal purpose in Christ, writing of all the blessings we have received, blessings beyond our comprehension. Now, in chapter 4, the apostle begins to apply these great spiritual truths to our lives. He begins by calling us to walk in unity. In Richard’s lesson today we will focus on what makes us one, and what it takes from each of us to maintain our unity in Christ.
God is at Work Within Us
We take a look at the tail end of Ephesians chapter 3. Paul finally concludes a prayer he started all the way back in chapter one. Is it worth the wait? Yes! The text that follows is a culmination of all that he’s said so far, and a wonderful introduction to what he’ll say in the next half of the book.
The Mystery, Mission, and Majesty of God’s Call
Being called by God is an amazing thing! What does it really mean though? In this week’s lesson, Richard dives into the Word to find out all about the awesome nature of being called by God!
Called to Peace
The animosity that existed between Jews and Gentiles in the first century is legendary. Nothing could make peace between these people. Nothing, that is, until Jesus. We return to our study of Ephesians this morning to discover how Jesus brings these former enemies together. And if Christ can bring Jews and Gentiles together, surely, we can all live in peace.
Godly Relationships: The Unmarried
This week we continue our look at Godly relationships and what God expects from us in our families. This lesson focusses on children and what the Word has to say about the relationship between parent and child. Children have a special role in the family and the church. Let’s find out all about it together.
Godly Relationships: The Unmarried
This week we continue our look at Godly relationships and what God expects from us in our families. This lesson focusses on children and what the Word has to say about the relationship between parent and child. Children have a special role in the family and the church. Let’s find out all about it together.
Godly Relationships: Children
This week we continue our look at Godly relationships and what God expects from us in our families. This lesson focusses on children and what the Word has to say about the relationship between parent and child. Children have a special role in the family and the church. Let’s find out all about it together.
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