Guest speaker Dr Joel Muddamalle delves into the significance of the city of Ephesus in the Book of Revelation. He explains the historical and cultural context of Ephesus, emphasizing its size, diversity, and the influence of the Temple of Artemis. He discusses the letter to the Ephesian church, highlighting their commendable works and endurance but also the abandonment of their first love.
Libin preaches on Revelation 1, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role in understanding and applying prophecy. He highlights the significance of Jesus' message to the seven churches—Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea—and its relevance to all churches across time.
Libin emphasizes the importance of global missions, urging the congregation to celebrate God's work, participate in missions, and discover how to live on mission locally.
In this message, Steve Frissell and Dr. Lynn Lutz discuss the importance of healthy conflict in relationships.
In this sermon, Libin discusses the necessity of setting boundaries to protect our well-being and sustain healthy relationships that align with God's intentions for personal and relational health.
Libin introduces a three-part series on the ABCs of relationships: attitude, boundaries, and conflict. He shares personal experiences, including his own insecurities and the importance of healthy boundaries. Libin emphasizes that conflict, often avoided, is essential for deep relationships and intimacy. He highlights the foundational relationship with God, which should be the first and most important. Libin concludes by discussing the overflow of life from believers, encouraging them to be life-giving and to address their primal questions through a relationship with God.
Libin highlights the need to dwell on virtuous thoughts, referencing Philippians 4:8-9, which advises focusing on what is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable, excellent, and praiseworthy. He encourages believers to align their thoughts with Christ, who embodies all these virtues, and to seek the God of peace through focused worship and prayer.
Libin discusses the importance of living with an open hand, both literally and figuratively.
Libin emphasizes the importance of unity and shared leadership in the church, citing Paul's example in Philippians 4:2-3. He also stresses the value of gentleness in a world filled with division and anger, and how recognizing God's proximity can lead to a deeper trust in Him and a more peaceful outlook on life.
In this sermon, Libin uses the story of Cliff Young's unexpected ultramarathon victory to illustrate the Christian journey as a long-distance race. Drawing from Philippians 3:13-21, it emphasizes the need for strategic focus, motivation by Christ, and a supportive community while encouraging believers to leave past hindrances behind and continuously strive forward in faith.