12 Let no one despise you for your youth…Paul is cautioning Timothy to not allow anyone to look down on his youthfulness. Since Paul is no longer going to be there with the people to give Timothy natural credibility, Timothy is going to have to earn it for himself. He is going to have to earn the respect of the people. And the way that he will do this is by living a life according to Scripture.For...  Read More

In a culture that constantly pushes us to want more, achieve more, and be more, the concept of contentment can seem almost foreign. We're bombarded with messages telling us that our worth is tied to our possessions, our status, or our accomplishments. But what if true wealth isn't found in having more, but in wanting less?This profound truth is at the heart of a powerful message found in 1 Timothy...  Read More

In a world filled with countless voices claiming to speak truth, how can we discern what is truly of God? This question is as relevant today as it was in the early days of the church, when the Apostle Paul warned believers about the dangers of false teaching.The book of 1 Timothy, particularly chapter 6, offers us invaluable guidance on this crucial matter. As we delve into this passage, we're con...  Read More

Excerpt from the sermon: Train Yourself For GodlinessWe must “train ourselves for Godliness.” To do this, we must be nourished in the Word of God. This is your food and drink. In this nourishment, you should find much satisfaction. And if you are truly finding all of your nourishment in Scripture alone, then your spiritual life will result in a well-disciplined life.Think about an athlete who is b...  Read More

God, make me poorer, that I might rely on your provision.God, make me lonely, that I might cherish your friendship.God, make me unsatisfied with media, that I might long to be captivated by your goodness.God, make me less charismatic, that people might see less of me and more of you.God, give me less cultural knowledge, that I might be dependent on your wisdom.God, give me less earthly beauty, tha...  Read More

“The neglect of discipline is the mother of all heresies.” —John CalvinChurch discipline is one of the most neglected and misunderstood teachings in the modern church. In an age that prizes comfort over conviction, affirmation over accountability, and numbers over holiness, the idea of removing someone from church membership—or even confronting someone’s sin—seems out of place. Yet, for the church...  Read More