Podcasts about faithful church

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In a culture deeply confused about womanhood, 1 Timothy 2:8–15 offers a restorative vision rooted in godly character, humility, and faith. Paul calls women to embrace their God-given design not as a burden, but as a high and holy calling, marked by influence, strength, and dignity. For every woman who feels weary or unworthy, the hope of the gospel is not in perfection but in surrender to Jesus, who is faithful to make us whole.

Send us a textThe church in Philadelphia was found to be faithful. The Lord Jesus commends them for their endurance and because of this, they have so many promises to hold on to. As we look at this letter, we'll look at what this church did right and what promises we also can cling to if we keep our faith in Jesus.We also would like to invite anyone who lives in the Philadelphia area to worship and study God's word with us at our in-person meeting that takes place every-other Monday night at 7:30pm. Visit phillyyoungadults.com for additional information about our ministry.Feel free to message us on instagram (@phillyyoungadultscc) with any feedback, questions, or topics you want to hear about on the podcast or you can shoot an email to ya@ccphilly.org

Tony Balsamo

This sermon from 1 Timothy 2:1-8 explores the call for faithful men in the church, highlighting the cultural confusion surrounding manhood and the biblical vision for godly leadership. While society has distorted masculinity—either portraying men as oppressive or irrelevant—God's design calls men to depend on Him through prayer, pursue purity in heart and action, and foster peace rather than pride-fueled conflict. Faithful men create safety, strengthen the church, and leave a lasting legacy for future generations. Though none are perfect, Jesus—the true faithful man—calls men to surrender, be transformed by His Spirit, and lead with courage, humility, and love.

Bible Readings: Deuteronomy 10:12-21 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Sermon Outline: 1 Thessalonians 1:2–3 (NKJV) 2We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers, 3remembering without ceasing your work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the sight of our God and… The post 30/03/2025 – Morning Service: Marks of a faithful church. appeared first on Maroubra Presbyterian Church.

Pastor Matt Polk from Frontline OKC challenges us to expand our vision of God's heart for all people, emphasizing that Jesus is at the center of 1 Timothy 2:1-7, which calls us to pray for everyone—even our enemies. Using the metaphor of a lighthouse, he warns against churches becoming too comfortable rather than mission-focused. This message urges us to lift our eyes beyond our immediate circles, fixing them on Jesus, whose love transforms our prayers, relationships, and evangelism as we embrace God's desire for all to be saved.

This sermon from 1 Timothy 1:12-20 focuses on the amazing grace of God that saves even the worst of sinners, illustrated through the life of John Newton, author of Amazing Grace, and the apostle Paul. Newton, once a rebellious and cruel slave trader, was transformed by God's grace, just as Paul—once a fierce persecutor of Christians—was radically changed when he encountered Jesus. Paul, in his letter to Timothy, calls himself the foremost of sinners, yet he received mercy so that God's perfect patience could be displayed as an example for all. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus came into the world to save sinners, and His grace overflows like Niagara Falls—never running dry, always offering more. No one is beyond redemption, and the same grace that saved Paul and Newton is available to all who trust in Christ.

In 1 Timothy 1:5-11, Paul urges Timothy to pursue sound doctrine that leads to love, while warning against false teachings that distort the gospel and distract believers. The law, though unable to save or change us, reveals our sin and points us to our need for Jesus. Through Christ, we are no longer condemned but set free to live as beloved children of God, walking in gratitude and obedience.

Roy Fruits March 2, 2025 Seven: Revelations Of Jesus Christ To His Church The Faithful ChurchRevelation 3:7-13

Rev 3:7-13 What does it mean to be faithful? Well certainly we could think of being faithful to someone else in terms of their own will power. However, what Jesus is telling us is that a faithful church is faithful because of the One they serve, not because they try hard. So, would Jesus see you as one of His faithful ones?

The sermon highlights the need to balance truth and love, warning against false teachings and fruitless discussions that distract from God's plan to cultivate faith and love. This message stresses that right teaching should not only guard against error but shape believers into people marked by Christlike love, growing through the Spirit's work. Matt Murphy invites us to rely not on our own knowledge or efforts but on Christ's grace, finding renewal and transformation through His sacrifice.

This sermon examines the faith of the believers in Rome and draws a comparison to the faith of believers today. It takes a hard look at the deterioration of modern Christianity, particularly in the United States, and how many have lost sight of the true mission of the Church. There is a strong rebuke of churches that compromise by adopting worldly programs in an attempt to attract a crowd. Finally, the message highlights the defining marks of a true person of faith.

Contemporary Worship, February 23, 2025

Traditional Worship, February 23, 2025

1 Timothy is a blueprint for building a faithful, resilient church rooted in Christ, addressing real struggles like false teaching, cultural pressure, and weary believers. Paul's transformed life shows that God can use anyone, while his encouragement to Timothy reminds us that we don't need to have it all together to be part of God's plan. This letter invites us to engage Scripture personally, build a lasting foundation for future generations, and trust that Christianity is about being rescued by Jesus, not earning His grace.

The church of Philadelphia wasn't particularly large or influential, they didn't have a reputation like Sardis or Ephesus. However, Jesus has only praise for them. We learn what kind of church Jesus loves and we see that the strength of the church is always in her head and not her body.

Opportunities to stand firm in faith often come when we least expect them. Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks Revelation 3:7-13, where Jesus commends the church in Philadelphia for their steadfast obedience and promises an open door that no one can shut. This passage reminds us that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness, calling us to endure with confidence, knowing He holds our future securely in His hands.

I. A Faithful Church is Intentional II. A Faithful Church is Obedient III. A Faithful Church is Strategic

Victory Unveiled — Part 9 "The Faithful Church" Revelation 3:7-13 Cryy Out Christian Fellowship Message: Arnold Perez First time? Visit cryyout.org/new and tell us about yourself! Stay Connected: Website: www.cryyout.org Donate: https://pushpay.com/g/cryyout?src=hpp Instagram: @ cryyout Facebook: @ cryyout

Churches are always at risk of complacency, resting on the laurels of their past faithfulness. While it's fitting to reflect on and celebrate 50 years of gospel fidelity, our focus, as Houston Chinese Church, should shift to the future – to extending our legacy of faithfulness. To that aim, let us place our hope in and hold fast to the great promises of our Lord.

Pastor Nik takes us through Acts 7. We explore the story of Stephen, the first Christian martyr, his discourse to the Sanhedrin, and the call to pray for the persecuted church.

How Christian believers can be faithful in the midst of persecution

Listen as Pastor Paul shares three marks of a faithful church

Acts 2: 38-42

Series: N/AService: Sun First SermonType: SermonSpeaker: Mark McCrary

Series: N/AService: Sun First SermonType: SermonSpeaker: Mark McCrary

Isaiah 40:6-8 (The Faithful Church pt.3)

Date: November 17th of 2024   Speaker: Rev. Dr. Matthew Richard   Text: Exodus 32:1-20   Context: Sermon at St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Minot, ND   Manuscript: CLICK HERE 

Acts:17:3

1 Corinthians 1:3-4

Paul, the consummate encourager, brings wonderful encouragement to a local church.

Colossians 1:9-12 | Pastor Daniel Orozco

Colossians 1:3-8 | Pastor Daniel Orozco

Join us this week as Mike tackles Revelation chapter 3. Watch or listen on our website, Youtube, or your favorite podcast app!

Kyle Worley is joined by Geoff Chang to answer the question what is Charles Spurgeon's vision for a faithful church?Questions Covered in This Episode:What is Charles Spurgeon's vision for a faithful church?Why would it be worth articulating “the army of God” language today?What does “the church militant” and “the church triumphant” mean? Guest Bio:Geoff Chang serves as Assistant Professor of Church History and Historical Theology and the Curator of the Spurgeon Library at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.He is the volume editor of The Lost Sermons of C.H. Spurgeon Volumes 5, 6, and 7 and the author of Spurgeon the Pastor: Recovering a Biblical and Theological Vision for Ministry; Christ Our All: Poems for the Christian Pilgrim; and The Army of God: Spurgeon's Vision for the Church.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“The Army of God: Spurgeon's Vision for the Church” by Geoffrey Chang Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchInterested in starting seminary and our new 100% tuition For the Church Cohorts? Learn more about what it means to study #ForTheChurch at Midwestern Seminary and apply for free with code KNOWINGFAITH at mbts.edu/apply.Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

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A foundation message for this new series, we take an in-depth look at the church of Thessalonica. Our text is 1 Thessalonians.Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nycFor more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nycFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922Episode 370

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As a Christian, you are called to seek God's glory in the church-by loving the Head of the Church, Jesus Christ, supremely.

As a Christian, you are called to seek God's glory in the church-by loving the Head of the Church, Jesus Christ, supremely.

As a Christian, you are called to seek God's glory in the churchby loving the Head of the Church, Jesus Christ, supremely.

Pastor Terrell Somerville The Faithful Church 08/04/24 www.freedomfamily.us facebook.com/freedomchurchtn

Lesson 4Revelation 3:7-4:6 As we study the last two churches of Revelation we see that there was such a contrast between the Faithful Church in Philadelphia and the Lukewarm Church of Laodicea. Those who were faithful had "little strength" of their own, whereas those of Laodicea were so self-sufficient they didn't even know how much they needed Jesus!

Find out the six characteristics of faithful members of the body of Christ.

Find out the six characteristics of faithful members of the body of Christ.