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This lesson teaches us about what God has caused to cease, and why.

A Burden to Share the Gospel.

This sermon examines the biblical qualifications for a 'widow indeed' as outlined in 1 Timothy 5, contrasting her spiritual maturity with the carnal lifestyle of those who live for pleasure. The central message emphasizes that true godliness is demonstrated through a consistent walk of trust in God, persistent prayer, and the fulfillment of familial duties, particularly the obligation of children to care for their aging parents. The text warns against the spiritual deadness that results from prioritizing rest and self-indulgence over the work of the Spirit, citing the church at Sardis as a parallel example. It further instructs the congregation on the importance of maintaining good works, such as hospitality and charity, which serve as evidence of genuine faith and protect the church from being burdened by those who have family support. The tone is instructional and convicting, urging believers to examine their own lives for signs of idleness, gossip, or a lack of duty, and to instead cultivate a character that honors God through practical love and self-sacrifice.

Giving.

Sunday School 10/18/2026.

The sermon explores the practical applications of brotherly love as outlined in Hebrews 13, emphasizing that this love is a prerequisite for true charity and a sign of salvation. It highlights the command to entertain strangers, using the example of Abraham in Genesis 18 to illustrate the enthusiasm and hospitality believers should extend, noting that such acts may even involve ministering to angels unawares. The message further calls for empathy toward fellow Christians suffering persecution or adversity, reminding the audience that the body of Christ shares in the suffering of its members. Additionally, the sermon addresses the sanctity of marriage and the seriousness of sexual sin, urging believers to view their bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit and to pursue holiness in all aspects of life.

This sermon examines the biblical prohibition against partiality, urging believers to treat all individuals with equal dignity regardless of their social status or financial appearance. The central argument posits that favoring the wealthy while neglecting the poor contradicts the nature of Christ, who valued spiritual richness over material wealth. By referencing 1 Corinthians 13 and 1 Samuel 16, the message emphasizes that God looks at the heart rather than outward circumstances, challenging the congregation to align their values with divine priorities. The tone is convicting yet pastoral, calling for a practical application of impartial love where every visitor and member is welcomed as a valuable heir of God's kingdom. Ultimately, the sermon asserts that true faith is demonstrated through consistent, unconditional hospitality and the rejection of judgment based on superficial distinctions.

How to Give to Missions.

This lesson teaches us about the importance of having the presence of AGAPE love in our hearts. Here agape love is given to us as a GRACE. The difference between a worldly person and a spiritual is easily seen, one is self controlled and the other is Christ controlled.

The sermon explores the distinction between natural affection and the supernatural love that originates from God, asserting that genuine love is the defining hallmark of those born of God. It emphasizes that this divine love is selfless and sacrificial, exemplified by Christ's death, and requires believers to love their enemies rather than seeking personal gain or comfort. The teaching contrasts the fleeting nature of carnal desire with the enduring nature of charity, which is the active expression of love. Furthermore, it explains that being in Christ grants believers an inheritance and freedom from the law of sin and death, positioning them as begotten sons who share in the eternal life of the Only Begotten Son. The message concludes by urging believers to recognize the manifestation of God's love through the Word and to live out this love through practical sacrifice and obedience.

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