19-1215: Sin centers people to build life on man’s glory, but God’s Word centers us to live for His glory as we trust in Jesus for salvation. As the primeval portion of Genesis draws to a close, one thing stands out. God is committed to fulfilling His Word. When He comes down to check...
16_0410: How we regard ourselves and respect others demonstrates the true nature of our worship when Christians gather as a body. True worship is not intended to be an isolated personal experience, but a congregational testimony to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Therefore, Christian worship aims to honor Jesus in everything. This includes how...
The state of Christianity in America today is a topic of great debate. Depending on where you live, the conversation is likely traced through a varied vernacular. At the heart of the conversation is the question, “Is Christianity, and specifically the Church, shrinking or growing?” A couple of weeks ago, the Pew Forum on...
LifePoint Church has recently completed a five-week study on what we call “Ethos” — how Christian identity and stewardship create a defining characteristic among the body of Christ. The final week, this past Sunday, I preached on the gospel as the source, or seed, that grows this distinctive Christ-like DNA. Groups are currently enjoying fellowship...
We have been studying the identity of a Christ-follower the last several weeks in a series entitled “Ethos.” The final sermon in the series was entitled “life as a steward,” how Christians live “in God’s kingdom for his mission.” Life as a steward for the Christian is the foundation for all missional expression, every moment...