Podcasts about gospel community

Message from Alvin Litonjua on June 7, 2026

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview When your loving, hopeful life provides an opportunity, be ready to share the gospel.Digging Deeper    A loving life (vv. 8-12)1. In this passage, Peter calls us, as believers, to have a unifying and affectionate love for one another (v. 8).  Gospel Communities are intended to be “a family of disciples on mission” who, among other things, have a “unifying and affectionate love for one another.”  What do you feel could be done to see this love be sustained and grow in Gospel Community?2. Among followers of Jesus, we may have lots of differences and yet, in Christ, have common ground in the most important matters. What has been your experience of this sort of Christian unity? Have you seen God knit your heart to another brother or sister in Christ with whom you might not have a lot in common (on a merely human level)? Please share.3. Our love for one another inside the church is actually one of the most powerful things we can do for people outside it. Have you ever seen (or experienced) Christian community that made someone on the outside stop and ask questions?4. Verses 9b - 12 are intended by Peter to help motivate us to, instead of repaying evil for evil, bless and do good to those who mistreat us. What specifically in these verses do you find helpful in motivating you to live the sort of life Peter is calling us to live?    A ready response (vv. 13 - 17)5. The sermon describes a progression — trust, live out, speak, and now share — where the gospel moves from inside us, outward to the church, and then out to the world. Does that progression feel natural to you, or does it feel like a big jump when it gets to sharing? What makes that last step feel different?6. “A different hope will shape a distinctive life, which will get questions for which we need a ready response.”  What are some of the ways you would say your life is distinctive from people who do not believe in Jesus because of your hope in Christ? 7. If someone in your life asked you today, "Why are you the way you are?" — what would you say? Take a shot at it together as a group.8. Think of one person in your life who doesn't know Jesus — a neighbor, coworker, family member, friend. Without sharing too much detail, what's one word that describes how you feel when you think about having a spiritual conversation with them?9. To what degree would you say you are ready to speak of Christ and his saving work in your life with someone who might ask you about “the hope that is in you”?  10. If you don't feel ready to do so, what might be a good next step toward becoming more ready? Prayer

Message from Alvin Litonjua on May 31, 2026

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview Pursue gospel-powered transformation by speaking and singing it to one another.I. The whole church is responsible for keeping the gospel abundantly central     (v. 16a)II. We do this as we speak it to one another variously and wisely (v. 16b)III. A primary way we speak it is our Sunday morning singing (v. 16c) Digging Deeper    The whole church is responsible for keeping the gospel richly central (v. 16a)1. Paul tells the whole church to let the word of Christ "dwell richly" among them. What do you think it would look like on Sunday morning or in Gospel Community to take shared responsibility for keeping the gospel central? What would that require from each of us? 2. Do you have a time and place to get alone with God in his Word on a regular basis? What does that look like for you? 3. Meditating on God's word goes beyond simply reading it, but “chewing” on it, reflecting on it, letting it sink in. How might you grow in this?    4. Sadly, instead of the gospel dwelling richly in us, other rivals can occupy that space in our minds and hearts (e.g. - what we take in from YouTube, cable news, movies, advice from well-meaning friends, etc.). How might we determine (with one another's help) if this is true of us? If it is, what might intentional fighting and guarding against this look like for you? We do this as we speak it to one another variously and wisely. (v. 16b)5. What might it look like for you to more regularly remind those around you of truth from God's Word (and in so doing do what v.16b calls us to do: “teaching …. one another”)?6. Please share an example (with appropriate anonymity) of a time that you admonished a friend or a friend admonished you, and God clearly used it for good. A primary way we speak it is in our Sunday morning singing. (v. 16c)7. What do you think about this idea that one of the ways we teach and admonish one another is through “singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in our hearts to God” as we gather on Sunday mornings?  8. Given this reality (of #7 above), are there ways we might take our responsibility (and joy) of corporate singing more seriously? How so?  9. Gospel-powered transformation happens as we speak and sing the gospel to one another. Think of a fellow believer in your life, who you know is enduring some sort of trial / challenge. What truth do they need to be reminded of?  How might you be a means of grace in their life by reminding them of this truth?  When are you going to do this? Prayer

Send us Fan MailTrinity Grace Church Worship Service - May 24, 2026: Rev. Todd Capen

What happens when the Gospel gets inside a person? According to Romans 12, it changes everything. This sermon walks through how the mercies of God reshape our instincts, relationships, convictions, and responses to both the Church and the world around us. From spiritual gifts and Gospel Community to loving enemies and overcoming evil with good, this passage shows what transformed lives actually look like in everyday life.Five things you'll learn in this sermon:Why the Gospel doesn't merely improve people — it transforms them from the inside out.How spiritual gifts are meant to build up the Church rather than draw attention to ourselves.What genuine Christian love actually looks like in Gospel Community.Why Romans 12 calls Christians to resist being shaped by the spirit of the world.How followers of Jesus can absorb hostility without surrendering conviction or becoming hostile themselves.Support our mission and learn more atwww.alloflife.churchGive to the work of the gospel herewww.alloflife.churchcenter.com/giving

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview If you have been joined to Christ, live out this new reality.(1-4) Grounded Command: Shift your gaze because you are joined to Christ(5-11) Shift your gaze by putting your old, earthly self to death.(12-15) Shift your gaze by putting on godliness Digging Deeper    1. This passage commands us to shift our gaze to things above. What does your gaze tend to settle on (or what do you tend to focus on) that you need to shift it away from?2. Quietly reflect on the sins in verses 5, 8-9. Are there any you continue to struggle with and hope to change?3. What would you say to a Christian who looks at these commands and says, "But that's just the way I am!” (i.e., “I just have a short fuse”)?4. None of us - even the most mature Christians - properly shift our gaze away from the world all the time. When we fail, where can we find encouragement?5. God expects us to live out our Christian reality in community. What ways can you engage with your church and Gospel Community to help you keep your eyes fixed on Jesus?6. Which of the traits of godliness in verses 12-15 do you need to “put on” and let into your life more (or shift your gaze to)?Prayer

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview God saves us to be a growing, loving, infectious community.3 things the passage shows us about the church's new life in the gospel:1) Their commitment2) Their love3) Their witness Digging Deeper    Their commitment: They devoted themselves to God and one another.1. We see that these new believers in Acts 2 have not only a new faith in Christ but also new priorities. What are some of the concrete ways your priorities changed when God saved you?     2. The believers described in this passage “devoted themselves” to the four things mentioned in v. 42 (1. the apostle's teaching, 2. fellowship, 3. the breaking of bread, 4. the prayers).  Is this passage descriptive (i.e., telling us history) or prescriptive (i.e., telling us what to do)?  If it is (merely) descriptive, does that mean “devoting ourselves” to the things mentioned here is optional for us? Please support your answer.   3. In our current context, what might “devoting ourselves” to these four things look like?  4. What sort of impact do you think it might have on your life if you were to pursue these things (of v. 42) to a greater degree? What is keeping you from doing so? Their Love: They sacrificially cared for each other with worshipful hearts5. The believers' love for one another produced profound generosity. Is there an example you can share (either from your own life or from someone you know) of this same dynamic? Please share. 6. Are there ways you would like to see our life together as the people of CrossWay Community Church (or as a Gospel Community) more closely resemble what we see here in Acts 2? How so?  Please share. Their Witness: Others were drawn in as they lived out the gospel7. Gospel-generated change in our lives can be something God uses in the process of drawing people to himself. Does that reality motivate you to pursue holiness, that others might “see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven”?  Please share. 8. In what contexts of your life are there opportunities for unbelievers to see how Christ has changed you and is changing you?  9. How might you create more of these opportunities (#8 above)?  Prayer

1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview Jesus' empowered people must proclaim his forgiving fulfillment to all nations.I. Jesus' resurrection was persuasively physical (vv. 36-43)II. His forgiving fulfillment must be proclaimed to all nations (vv. 44-49)III. This proclamation proceeds from joyful worship (vv. 50-53)Digging Deeper    1. Does the resurrection of Jesus ever feel “too good to be true” to you? How is this passage reassuring when we feel this way?2. If the resurrection is true, the implications for how we live our lives are huge. What - specifically - does Jesus's resurrection mean for you today?3. Pick one of the Old Testament passages pointing to Christ mentioned in the sermon (Genesis 3, Exodus 12, Isaiah 53, Psalm 22). Spend some time reflecting on how it connects us to the Gospel.4. When thinking about the task Jesus gives to us - proclaiming the forgiveness of sins that he offers to the nations - we may feel weak. But Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to us to aid us in power to spread the Gospel everywhere. What needs and weaknesses do you need to trust the Spirit to supply in your life?5. Spend some time thinking about people for whom God has laid a burden on your heart. Are you called to go and spread the good news of Jesus somewhere else? If so, where? If not, where - and to whom - in your spheres of influence are you called to proclaim it? Be specific.6. How can we grow in making our “joyful worship” of God visible to the world, which needs to see our love for him?7. When we go through hard seasons trying to follow Jesus, what truths from his word - especially in the Gospel of Luke - can help us endure and continue to trust his plan?8. After Jesus ascended and blessed the disciples, they returned to the temple, blessing him. What blessings of God can you respond to in praise today? (think not only in physical/material terms, but also spiritual).9. Where and how can we, as a Gospel Community - a family of disciples sent by God on mission to the world - proclaim Jesus's forgiving fulfillment by the power of the Holy Spirit?Prayer

1 Thessalonians 5:11-15

In 2 Corinthians 4:7–18, Paul reminds us that the treasure of the gospel has been placed in fragile jars of clay. Our weakness is not an accident or a liability in God's plan—it is the very stage on which His strength is displayed.As we live between the process and the promise, we often feel unfinished, fragile, and worn down. Yet Paul shows us that affliction is not the end of the story. The same God who raised Jesus from the dead is renewing us day by day and preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.In this message, we discover two life-giving implications: we can be honest in the process, and Jesus is good reason to endure in the process. Our weakness does not disqualify us—it magnifies the surpassing power of God.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Pastor Jim calls the church to walk in a manner worthy of the calling we have received. After three chapters of celebrating our new identity in Christ as one family, Jim shows that unity is not something we manufacture but something the Spirit has already created and we are called to preserve. With humility, gentleness, patience, and a commitment to bear with one another in love, we reflect the oneness of one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of all. Jim challenges the cultural currents of division, outrage, and self-advancement that shape us throughout the week and invites us to root our identity fully in Christ instead. Because Jesus humbled himself, gave up his seat at the table, and welcomed us into God's household, we are now empowered to extend that same grace to one another. The church becomes a living masterpiece when we eagerly work to preserve our God-given unity, displaying the wisdom of God to a watching world.

Philippians 2:19-30; Charles Johnson, Senior Pastor at RMC; the third sermon in the series on RMC's Core Values.

In Week 4 of Gospel People, we step into one of the most defining (and hardest) marks of Christian community: forgiveness. From 2 Corinthians 1:12–2:4, Paul shows us that gospel-shaped relationships don't avoid conflict, pretend pain isn't real, or retreat into bitterness. Instead, forgiveness brings us face to face—with each other, with the reality of sin, and with the grace of Jesus. We'll see how forgiveness outwits Satan's schemes to isolate and divide, and how it makes the church smell like Jesus to a world that's desperate for something better than condemnation or avoidance.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

God’s people are called to draw near to him, hold fast their confession of hope, and gather regularly to encourage one another and stir up love and good deeds.

God’s people are called to draw near to him, hold fast their confession of hope, and gather regularly to encourage one another and stir up love and good deeds.

Welcome to the ARCC podcast where I have 15-20 minutes to catch you up on the mission, vision, and conviction of ARCC and how and why any of that matters to the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Discussion Questions:Sermon Overview Welcome the independent, inescapable authority of Jesus.I. Jesus' authority is independent of whether we recognize it (vv. 1-8)II. Jesus' authority is inescapable by those who reject it (vv. 9-19)Digging Deeper    Read Luke 20:1-191. The religious leaders wanted to trap Jesus with their questioning, but he questions them instead. Why isn't Jesus concerned with answering their question about authority? 2. "Humans love our autonomy. We want to be authorities unto ourselves." Where do you see this true in your own life? 3. Why is it better to have Jesus in authority over our lives rather than trying to take authority ourselves?4. Key to understanding verses 9-18 in this passage is Isaiah 5:7: "For the vineyard of the Lord of hosts is the house of Israel."  How do we see churches today refusing to acknowledge the Lord's authority over them, just as Israel refused to acknowledge the Lord's authority over them? 5. What does it mean that "the stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone" (Ps. 118:22)?6. Where do you "stumble over" or struggle with Jesus's authority? Some categories named in the sermon were his claims about who he is, his miracles, which may seem impossible, his ethics, which may seem too strict, and his exclusivism, which may seem unfair.7. How can we, as a Gospel Community, help each other in daily surrendering to the authority of our King? Prayer

Discussion Questions:Sermon Overview Receive Jesus as the king who restores peace with God for all creation.Digging Deeper   Read Luke 19:28-481. What role does waiting have in your life currently as a follower of Jesus? What role should it have? What does it look like to wait well? 2. It was Jesus' intention to communicate clearly that he is the long-awaited King. What are some of the things Jesus does in this passage to communicate that?   3. In vv. 28-40, we see the first truth from this passage: “Jesus is the King who will restore peace to all creation.” What does that mean?  4. In what way is all creation in need of being restored to peace? 5. In vv. 41-44 we see the second truth of this text: “Our reception of peace depends on our reception of the King.” Do you believe this to be true? Why or why not? 6. What are some things you can be tempted to think will “make for peace” in your life (e.g., a raise at work, less conflict at home, etc.)? 7. Why don't (can't) these things ultimately bring the peace we long for? 8. There is one way for us to be reconciled to God, namely by receiving the King (Jesus) who came to bring peace. Who is someone in your life who has not yet received Jesus as King? What would be a good next step for you as you seek to be used by God in his or her life? 9. How can we, as a Gospel Community, help each other grow in boldness and faithful witness for our King? 10. The third truth we saw from this passage (in vv. 45-49) was that “The primary peace he restores is peace with God.” Jesus has brought this about through his death. Why was it necessary for Jesus to die in order to restore peace between God and man? What did his death accomplish that made peace with God possible? 11. Peace comes to those who receive Jesus as King by submitting to him and surrendering their lives to him. Why is this necessary?  12. How might the peace we have with God through faith in Christ effect other parts of your life?Prayer

1 Timothy 4.1-8Jobey McGintyWe start our new year as we always do, with a short sermon series that reminds us of the basics and shines a light on critical role of the Word, Prayer, and Gospel Community in our lives. In this first sermon from Timothy, we see Paul instructing Timothy to be nourished in the words of faith. This "taking in" is the first step of training—we must feed on sound doctrine and actively reject the "silly myths" and distractions of our age, such as the digital "brain rot" and controversies that clutter our minds.But taking in truth is not enough; we must also exercise (gymnazo) it. Just as an athlete moves from being coached to training on their own, we must move from receiving external discipline to disciplining ourselves. We are called to be doers of the Word, not just hearers (who forget what they look like in the mirror). By limiting what we might see as our freedoms and cutting out distractions, we allow God to equip and mend us, making us whole and ready for every good work He has prepared.

Jason Seville, Pastor of Del Ray Baptist Church

As we near the end of Paul's letter to the Galatians, he offers us some (almost) final commendations. Having already exhorted us how we are to “use our freedom” (v13) personally - “walk by the Spirit” (v16) - as well as interpersonally in a more general sense - “through love serve one another” (v13) - Paul now gets specific about what loving service looks like in the context of gospel community. Jesus himself said, “By this all people will know that you are my disciples: if you have love for one another” (Jn 13:35). How do we put that love into practice? Listen for edifying instruction and gospel-rich encouragement!

Discussion QuestionsSermon Overview Followers of Jesus shrewdly manage mammon now for eternal purposes.Digging Deeper    Read Luke 16:1-131. How was the crooked manager in the parable shrewd?2. If you're a follower of Jesus, what would it look like to be shrewd for kingdom purposes?Mammon can be defined simply as money and possessions (like in verses 9 and 11). And it can be understood as a demonic power that uses money and possessions to lure people away from God (like in verse 12).3. Mammon will fail (v. 9) because it goes up and down in life, and when we die, it will be worthless. If you believed this through and through, how would it change your life?4. Western culture is a materialistic culture. What blind spots do you think this causes in our lives and church when it comes to spending your money with kingdom priorities?5. How have you experienced the influence of mammon inside of you? How have you looked to money to give you peace, security, significance, adventure, pleasure, etc?6. In what ways is Jesus a better God to serve than Money? Why is this easy to forget in day-to-day life?7. Often, we connect with what Jesus has done in the past to motivate our lives now (e.g., Jesus was generous, so we should be generous). In our passage, Jesus motivates generosity and faithfulness with future eternal rewards (see v. 9 and v. 11). Do you think much of eternal rewards? Why or why not?8. Imagine the eternal rewards God promises for shrewd stewardship of mammon, like eternal friends (v. 9) and true riches (v. 12). What comes to your mind? 9. How can we, as a Gospel Community, together encourage one another to look forward to eternal rewards? 

In this week's message from Everyday Mission, we see two sides of the early church—radical generosity and sobering deceit. In Acts 4:32–5:11, the Holy Spirit empowers a community marked by grace, unity, and dependence on God, while also revealing the danger of hypocrisy and self-promotion. The gospel calls us to live open-handed lives, trusting that everything we have belongs to Him. When God's Spirit transforms our hearts, generosity becomes more than giving—it becomes worship.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.orgConnect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity!Instagram: @integrity_churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

Gospel community is an indispensable privilege for God's people.

We finish our series on worship this week. Pastor Sean looks at how worship evokes emotions, leads to a response, and should be done in the context of a Gospel Community. When we come together, let's be prepared to worship!

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 12:12-31DiscoverWhat is the primary purpose of the Spirit when considering this section?In what ways is the metaphor of the body helpful in understanding the concept of the "body of Christ"?How do you see God's wisdom in all of this? NurtureDo you ever feel like you aren't a part of the body? Why or why not?How would you encourage someone who felt like their gifting wasn't important or useful?How does the truth of the gospel inform how we view and use our gifts in the body of Christ? DoDo you know what your gifts are? Do you have people in your life who could help you discern this?What would it look like for you to begin using your gifts in your Gospel Community?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 12:12-31DiscoverWhat is the primary purpose of the Spirit when considering this section?In what ways is the metaphor of the body helpful in understanding the concept of the "body of Christ"?How do you see God's wisdom in all of this? NurtureDo you ever feel like you aren't a part of the body? Why or why not?How would you encourage someone who felt like their gifting wasn't important or useful?How does the truth of the gospel inform how we view and use our gifts in the body of Christ? DoDo you know what your gifts are? Do you have people in your life who could help you discern this?What would it look like for you to begin using your gifts in your Gospel Community?

Acts 2:42-47 Big Idea: Through the Gospel of Jesus, God calls a Gospel People to live in a Gospel Community and live out a Gospel Mission.  Gather Hebrews 10:24-25 – And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Grow Colossians 1:28 – Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching

A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Ephesians 4:1-16 preached on August 31st as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."

A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Ephesians 4:1-16 preached on August 31st as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."

Grant Clark, August 24, 2025

Spiritual growth requires gospel community. It's not a solo journey. Pastor Lee preaches from Acts chapter 2 and we discover how we connect through God's Word, service, and worship.Welcome to Heights Baptist Church! Our mission is to love and to lead all people to a new life with Christ.Digital Connect Card: https://www.heightschurch.org/connectTo watch services online: https://www.heightschurch.org/mediaTo give online: https://www.heightschurch.org/give

Corinthians, Gospel, Community, Church, Building, Foundation, Jesus Christ, Judgment

In this episode, Josh Luse walks through John 17 in the second week of our Core Values series.

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The church is designed to be a gospel-centered community where believers live in authentic, loving relationships rooted in humility, accountability, and discipleship. Rather than simply attending services, Christians are called to live out their faith daily in fellowship, service, and mutual support. The guys point out that even within the church, many still experience deep loneliness, often because church has become more about performance than connection. True accountability means being both known and loved—helping one another grow into Christlikeness with grace rather than judgment. The guys emphasize that discipleship is not just about sharing information but about sharing life, inviting others into your everyday rhythms and walking together in faith. A healthy biblical community practices redemptive discipline, offers forgiveness, and fosters unity among people who might otherwise be divided but are now bound together by Christ. When believers open their hearts and homes, speak into each other's lives, and share a common vision for reaching the lost, the church becomes the vibrant, transformative community it was always meant to be.Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

In this message, Care Pastor Matt Stephens teaches from Galatians 6 on what it means to invest in our spiritual growth and live in gospel-centered community. We're called to sow to the Spirit, bear one another's burdens, and walk with humility and gentleness. Whether you're new to Redeemer or have been here for years, this message is a timely reminder to grow together in Christ. Stay Connected with Redeemer: Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

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