Married or Single – Is One More Spiritual?
The key to true spirituality is not either marriage or being single, but rather determining God’s call and gifts for us, and following biblical mandates for our lives.
1 Corinthians 7:1-9
On Being ‘Single’ – Seeking First the Kingdom
God calls us to be truly ‘single’ – devoted first and foremost to Him and His Kingdom – before seeking marriage.
Matthew 6:24-33
Late Summer and Early Fall – Adults
Our adult years are full of hard labor as we strive to love and serve God, our families, and others as we harvest all that has been sown into us in our earlier years.
1 Corinthians 13:11
Early Summer – Older Children and Young Adults
Older children and young adults should experience a greater measure of freedom, which they are to use to draw close to God, solidify the lessons learned in their early years, and prepare to serve God throughout life.
1 Corinthians 13:11
Spring – Young Children
Like unplowed ground, young children must have the soil of their hearts prepared through loving discipline and have the seeds of God’s Word planted through careful instruction.
Ephesians 6:1-4
The Centrality of Christ
Christ is central to the Gospel and true life, and we must proclaim Him as Paul did.
Galatians 6:11-18
The Life of Freedom in the Spirit
Our life of freedom in the Spirit is one of personal responsibility and mutual care, looking forward to our final reward. Galatians 6:1-10 Reading: Romans 15:1-6 Listen to the teaching Look at the teaching outline
Keeping In Step with the Spirit
As those made alive by the Spirit, we must keep in step with the Holy Spirit, developing a close, personal relationship with Him.
Galatians 5:25
Walking by the Spirit
The Spirit enables us to live a Christ-like life, helping us to overcome the flesh in a way the law never could.
Galatians 5:16-26
Our Freedom in Christ
Christ came to give us true freedom, the ability to be who we were created to be – the image of God, serving others in love.
Galatians 5:1-15
Children of Slavery, Children of Promise
The true seed of Abraham are those born of the Spirit and promise, while those trusting in law are merely slaves.
Galatians 4:21-31
Paul’s Ministry to the Galatians
Paul’s ministry to the Galatians provides an excellent model for Christians today as they lead others.
Galatians 4:8-20
Heirs of God Through Christ
Through Christ, believers are the heirs of all God’s covenant blessings.
Galatians 3:26-4:7
The Superiority of Promise Over Law
The law is inferior to God’s promise and therefore we should look to God in faith, rather than relying on the law.
Galatians 3:15-25
The Blessings of Faith
Through faith in Christ, we are redeemed from the curse and receive all of the blessings of God.
Galatians 3:1-14
Dead to the Law but Alive to God
We have died to the law but become alive to God, living a new life by faith in Christ.
Galatians 2:17-21
Justification by Faith Alone
God declares us to be righteous, not because of our works, but because of the work of Christ in our behalf, which we receive through faith alone.
Galatians 2:15-16
Paul, Peter, and Justification by Faith Alone
Paul had to rebuke Peter at Antioch because his actions were undercutting the heart of the Gospel of justification by faith alone.
Galatians 2:11-16
Paul and the Other Apostles
Paul and the other Apostles were united in their understanding of the Gospel and supported one another in their call.
Galatians 1:13-2:10
Paul – Apostle to the Gentiles
Paul was called as an Apostle to the Gentiles, and as such speaks with the full authority of Jesus Himself.
Galatians 1:13-24
The Divine Nature of the Gospel
The Gospel of justification by faith alone was not of human origin, but was revealed by God directly to Paul.
Galatians 1:11-12
The Unchanging Nature of the Gospel
The Gospel of justification by faith alone was not of human origin, but was revealed by God directly to Paul.
Galatians 1:11-12
A Thankful Heart for Thanksgiving
Believers are called to be grateful people, giving God thanks in all circumstances.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
It is Finished
Matthew 27:50-54; John 19:28-30
Be Honest With Yourself and God
Colossians 1:3-12; Psalm 139:1-10