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Taboo or Not Taboo

May 1, 2011Dr. John King, Senior PastorChristian LibertyA Righteousness from God

This message focuses on Romans 14 and the concept of Christian liberty, particularly how early Jewish believers struggled to adapt to their newfound freedom in Christ. The speaker highlights the importance of acceptance and humility among believers with differing convictions on disputable matters. He emphasizes that both stronger and weaker brothers in faith must show grace and understanding towards each other. The message also addresses contemporary issues where Christians may disagree, urging a spirit of unity rather than division.

Romans 14:1-21 Corinthians 8:41 Corinthians 8:71 Thessalonians 5:22

Reflection Questions

1. How do you respond to fellow believers who have different convictions than you?

2. In what areas of your life do you struggle with understanding Christian liberty?

3. Can you identify a time when you judged someone for their beliefs or practices? How can you approach that differently in the future?

4. What steps can you take to foster acceptance and grace within your church community?

Balancing Liberty & Love

May 22, 2011Dr. John King, Senior PastorChristian LibertyA Righteousness from God

The sermon discusses the complexities of communication, particularly in the context of Christian liberty as outlined in Romans 14. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding that differences in personal convictions can exist where the Bible does not provide specific commands. Key principles include guarding one's attitude towards others, recognizing that we ultimately answer to God for our choices, and the necessity of restraining one's liberty to avoid causing others to stumble in their faith. The message encourages acceptance, humility, and grace among believers with differing convictions.

Romans 14:1-12Isaiah 45:23Exodus 31

Reflection Questions

1. How do you respond when someone else's convictions differ from your own?

2. In what areas of your life do you feel you have the freedom to form your own convictions?

3. Can you think of a time when you had to restrain your liberty for the sake of another believer?

4. How can you ensure that your attitudes towards others reflect acceptance and grace?

Silly Church Fights

May 29, 2011Dr. John King, Senior PastorChristian LibertyA Righteousness from God

The message discusses the importance of understanding Christian liberty and how to navigate disagreements among believers. It emphasizes that while Christians have freedom in non-essential matters, they must be mindful of their actions and how they affect others, especially weaker brothers. The speaker outlines four principles for handling these issues: guarding one's attitude, recognizing to whom we ultimately answer, restraining liberty when necessary, and building each other up. The message encourages love and mutual respect among believers, avoiding unnecessary conflicts over trivial matters.

Romans 14:1-23John 13:35

Reflection Questions

1. How do you currently navigate disagreements with fellow believers over non-essential issues?

2. In what areas of your life do you feel the need to restrain your liberty for the sake of others?

3. Can you identify a time when you may have caused a weaker brother or sister to stumble? How can you make amends?

4. What steps can you take to help a weaker brother or sister grow in their understanding of Christian liberty?

5. How can you ensure that your actions reflect love and mutual respect in your relationships with other believers?