1 Timothy 6:11-16 - Committed to a Long Obedience in the Same Direction

In this very special sermon, hear what happens when the decency and order of a Sunday service is interrupted by a power outage. The audio is faint, recorded from a microphone in the back of the sanctuary.

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Jeremiah 12:7-17 God's Covenant Compassion

In this message, we are reminded of God's covenant faithfulness and compassion upon His people as we see God's promise to restore Israel after the exile. We are also reminded of God's compassion upon His enemies, which may make us uncomfortable until we remember that we too were once God's enemies.

Listen Online: Jeremiah 12:7-17

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1 Corinthians 12:4-26

In this message, our focus will be on the unity and the diversity of the body of Christ. 1 Corinthians 12 shows us that God’s gifting in the Church calls us to each participate in such a way that values the differences we each possess.

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Guest Bio: Dan Quakkelaar was a member of Cornerstone from 2000 until 2006 when a job change moved him to Columbus, OH. He served as a Ruling Elder at Northwest Presbyterian Church where he taught and provided one-on-one shepherding of members. In 2009 Dan’s position as VP Database Marketing & Analysis at Highlights for Children Magazine was eliminated, at which time he sensed a call to seminary which was confirmed by his Session, family, and friends. Dan is at Covenant Seminary and will graduate with an M. Div. in May. Much of the emphasis in his education is in church planting which he intends to pursue after graduation.

1 Timothy 6:3-10 - Finding Contentment

We are reminded in 1 Timothy 6:3-10 that contentment is found in holding the faith handed down from the Apostles, what we often call theology; and possessing a life engaged in our world, what we refer to as ethics.

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1 Timothy 6:1-2

In this passage, we look at how we are to view those who have authority over us. The thorny issue of slavery in 1 Timothy 6:1-2 evokes both pangs of conscience and a distance that makes application hard.

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Jeremiah 11 - He Who Has Ears, Hear!

In this passage, we hear God recall call after call to Israel to “hear” his words and his warning. Sadly, Jeremiah 11 tells us that time has run out for Israel and punishment will soon fall on those who refused to listen. Jeremiah, one of those who has listened to God, takes his security in the fact that God will vindicate him before those without hearing ears who are seeking his life and will punish them.

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1 Timothy 5:17-25 - Shepherding the Shepherds

In this message we consider the role and responsibility of elders. In 1 Timothy 5:17-25, Paul instructs Timothy to see that leaders in the church are honored, but also held accountable. The reality of sin, both moral and theological, pervades all aspects of the church and for that reason the work of Christ is needed in every corner of the God’s household.

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1 Timothy 5:9-16 - Celebrating Marriage and Family

The centrality of the family as the building block of the church remains Paul’s emphasis in 1 Timothy 5:9-16. As Paul continues to address how best to provide for widows, he reveals underlying assumptions as to the importance of marriage, family, and work.

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Jeremiah 10 - Are you Afraid?

In this passage, Jeremiah calls upon Israel to not fear or have faith in powerless, lifeless idols. Bridging the gap of three thousand years may seem difficult given the fact that we no longer place our confidence or are caused to tremble by idols. Sadly, though, we are just as likely to place false trust or receive false trepidation from other facets of our own culture that are just as lifeless, powerless, and remove proper focus of fear and faith from God our Father.

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1 Timothy 5:1-2 - Relating to One Another as Family

We are reminded that the church is a family, and as such we are to treat one another with the mutual respect that should exist in our homes. In 1 Timothy 5:1-2, Paul instructs young Timothy how he, as a pastor, should relate to the various members of his congregation. The encouragement afforded to each member should be that of a parent or sibling. This picture of community reflects how God works His grace through His people.

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1 Timothy 4:11-16

We hear Paul’s instructions to Timothy that were to be read to the whole church. The pastor’s duties outlined in 1 Timothy 4:11-16 help us all to better understand the centrality of God’s Word and the necessity of a life that reflects the Gospel.

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1 Timothy 4:6-10

While all of creation is good (1 Timothy 4:4), we are faced daily with choices of how to conduct our lives. In 4:6-10 Paul calls us to nourish ourselves in the faith and good doctrine and to train ourselves for godliness.

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