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Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

A Free Church Impacts the Heavenly Realm by Chicago Tabernacle

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

In this episode, Craig shares practical tips to help first-time church visitors overcome their fears and feel welcomed. Whether you're visiting a church for the first time in a long while or inviting someone new, these insights make the experience less intimidating.Key TopicsWhat to wear when visiting a churchHow to arrive early and find a seatWhat to do with children during serviceHow to navigate church service for first-timersThe importance of church community and welcoming gesturesSound Bites“Nobody's judging you. They're just so thankful you're there.”“Most churches will love your baby like it's their own.”“God has given us the great commission to share the gospel.”Chapters00:00 Introduction: Overcoming fears of visiting a church02:21 Church culture: Judging vs. welcoming04:44 Arriving early and finding your seat07:31 Preparing for your first visit: Bible and outfit11:20 Visiting with children and managing their needs14:40 Connecting with church members and leaving17:31 Encouragement for inviting others to church18:01 The church's role in welcoming newcomers18:59 The importance of sharing the gospel and making disciples19:24 Closing thoughts: Using everyday tools to share faith

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

The sermon emphasizes the critical need for faithful preachers of the gospel within the denomination, drawing primarily from Paul's words in Acts 20:24. It outlines four essential characteristics of such a minister: a divine call from darkness to light, unwavering commitment despite trials, a specific calling to minister the Word, and a deep concern for testifying to God's grace. The speaker argues that congregations require ministers who are set apart by God and willing to endure suffering for the sake of the message. Historical examples of Scottish martyrs and the Free Church split illustrate the high cost and value of faithful preaching. Ultimately, the text asserts that the presence of a called preacher is the greatest blessing a congregation can receive.

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Is freedom of religion taught in the Bible? Why is freedom of religion so important? Pastor Micah Hayes preaches from 1 Timothy 2:1-7 on a special Independence Day weekend. Notes in this sermon: A free church in a free state makes way for the free gospel Pray freely Live freely Believe freely Share freely

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Here at The Bulletin, we're beginning our summer programming. We'll be re-airing the best segments from the past four years of the show. This week: Christian universities are closing at a notable rate. Alan Nobel joins Russell Moore and Clarissa Moll to discuss the reasons for this trend and the implications. Then, Clarissa talks with author and former Obama speechwriter David Litt about developing an unlikely friendship with his MAGA brother-in-law. Then, we consider how churches can effectively and appropriately engage the world in the age of screens and digital media. REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE: It's Only Drowning: A True Story of Learning to Surf and the Search for Common Ground by David Litt GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:  Join the conversation at our Substack.  Find us on YouTube.  Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice.  ABOUT THE GUESTS:  Alan Noble is an associate professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University and author of numerous books and articles. Alan's writing appears in Modern Reformation, Christianity Today, Vox, Buzzfeed, and The Atlantic.  David Litt is a New York Times bestselling author and a semi-finalist for the James Thurber Prize for American Humor. A former senior speechwriter for President Barack Obama, David was described as "the comic muse for the president" for his work on the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Since leaving the White House, he's written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, TIME, and The Guardian, among others, and served as a fellow at the Brennan Center for Justice. ABOUT THE BULLETIN:  The Bulletin is a twice-weekly news analysis podcast from Christianity Today, with editor-at-large Russell Moore and executive editor of news Clarissa Moll. Each episode offers commentary on current events and headlining news with a roundtable of premier guests, and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world   The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more.    “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today  Producer: Clarissa Moll  Associate Producer: Alexa Burke  Editing and Mix: Kevin Morris Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps  Executive Producer: Erik Petrik  Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices