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What About Head Coverings? (1 Corinthians 11:2-16)

What About Head Coverings? (1 Corinthians 11:2-16)

"What about head coverings?" This question probably isn't one we would ask the Apostle Paul. However, this was a serious issue in the Corinthian church. So, how do we handle difficult questions and passages like these? Listen to this week's sermon to find out:(Due to technical difficulties, the sound quality is low.)

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What About Head Coverings? (1 Corinthians 11:2-16)

What About Head Coverings? (1 Corinthians 11:2-16)

"What about head coverings?" This question probably isn't one we would ask the Apostle Paul. However, this was a serious issue in the Corinthian church. So, how do we handle difficult questions and passages like these? Listen to this week's sermon to find out:(Due to technical difficulties, the sound quality is low.)

Life Is Not About You (1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1)

Life Is Not About You (1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1)

Life is not about you. This phrase completely contradicts our culture's thinking because we're taught that life is all about me. But the Bible teaches that life is all about God. So, we should use our lives to serve Him.

Flee Idolatry (1 Corinthians 10:14-22)

Flee Idolatry (1 Corinthians 10:14-22)

Our hearts produce idols that we unwittingly worship. Yet, this idolatry is a grave offense against God. Through this idolatry, Satan seeks to destroy us through distraction, taking our attention away from God. Pastor Dave challenges us to flee idolatry and find our satisfaction in Christ,

Faithful God, Unfaithful People (1 Corinthians 10:1-13)

Faithful God, Unfaithful People (1 Corinthians 10:1-13)

Are you exhausted from the daily struggle with sin? Are you tempted to give up and give in? In 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, Paul challenges us to endure in our battle with sin. Listen to the sermon- "Faithful God, Unfaithful People":

Surrendering Our Rights for the Gospel (1 Corinthians 9:15-27)

Surrendering Our Rights for the Gospel (1 Corinthians 9:15-27)

What are you willing to sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel? Too often, we care more about our desires and goals than the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians 9, we learn that we need to be willing to give up our rights for the sake of the Gospel.

Caring for Pastors (1 Corinthians 9:1-14)

Caring for Pastors (1 Corinthians 9:1-14)

What is the church's responsibility for the pastor? Is it right for pastors to get paid by the church? This week we examined what Paul said about this topic in 1 Corinthians 9

When Christians Disagree (1 Corinthians 8)

When Christians Disagree (1 Corinthians 8)

Disagreement is a regular part of life. Even Christians have to deal with disagreement. How can we remain unified despite our differences? In 1 Corinthians 8, Paul answers this vital question.

Viewing Relationships from Eternity (1 Corinthians 7:25-40)

Viewing Relationships from Eternity (1 Corinthians 7:25-40)

Do you think about eternity? If we're honest, most of us don't think about eternity enough. We get so focused on this life that we forget what's coming. Sadly, this negatively impacts our relationships. 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 addresses this issue.

Contentment with God's Plan (1 Corinthians 7:17-24)

Contentment with God's Plan (1 Corinthians 7:17-24)

What will it take for you to be happy? Will more money, a better job, or an easier schedule satisfy you? True happiness is only discovered when we learn to be content with God's plan. Only Christ can give us true contentment in life. Learn more in this week's sermon:www.cambriabaptist.org/sermons-2/

Be Faithful to Your Spouse, Part 2 (1 Corinthians 7:1-17)

Be Faithful to Your Spouse, Part 2 (1 Corinthians 7:1-17)

In a world that does not value marriage, it is important for Christians to ask what the Bible says about divorce and the permanence of marriage. Once again, Pastor Dave encourages us to be faithful to our spouse.

Be Faithful to Your Spouse (1 Corinthians 7:1-17)

Be Faithful to Your Spouse (1 Corinthians 7:1-17)

Yesterday, we celebrated the gift of fatherhood. But the truth is, to be a good father, you must first be a good husband. Sadly, our culture doesn't value marriage or fidelity. 1 Corinthians 7 teaches us why we must be faithful to our spouse.

Holding to a Biblical Sexual Ethic (1 Corinthians 6:12-20)

Holding to a Biblical Sexual Ethic (1 Corinthians 6:12-20)

We live in a sex-crazed culture. Society has no concern for biblical morality. However, this isn't a new problem. The church in Corinth faced the same issues. In 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, Paul informs us what it means to hold to a biblical sexual ethic.

Controlled by Christ (1 Corinthians 6:12-13)

Controlled by Christ (1 Corinthians 6:12-13)

"What's wrong with that?" Although this is a common question, it's insufficient for a Christian to make good decisions. In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul teaches us an important principle- just because you can doesn't mean you should.

Resolving Differences in the Church (1 Corinthians 6:1-11)

Resolving Differences in the Church (1 Corinthians 6:1-11)

Because of sin in the church, we face conflict. However, church members should be able to resolve trivial disputes for the sake of the Gospel. In 1 Corinthians 6, we learn why we shouldn't take fellow believers to court.

A Right Response to Sin in the Church, Part 2 (1 Corinthians 5)

A Right Response to Sin in the Church, Part 2 (1 Corinthians 5)

No church is perfect. Sin is still a common part of our lives. So how should we deal with sin in the church? In 1 Corinthians 5, we learn about the proper response to sin. Listen to part 2 of this series:

A Right Response to Sin in the Church, Part 1 (1 Corinthians 5)

A Right Response to Sin in the Church, Part 1 (1 Corinthians 5)

How should we deal with sin in the church? Many Christians fail to understand what Scripture has to say about this topic. In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul tells the church what the right response to sin looks like.

Follow the Leader (1 Corinthians 4:14-21)

Follow the Leader (1 Corinthians 4:14-21)

The mature church follows its God-given biblical authority. We examine what that looks like and how to respond when the spiritual authority is not following Christ.

Faithfulness Requires Humility and Submission (1 Corinthians 4:6-14)

Faithfulness Requires Humility and Submission (1 Corinthians 4:6-14)

What is faithfulness? What should we be faithful to? These questions are essential if we want to be successful in ministry. 1 Corinthians 4:6-14 gives three keys to faithfulness for our lives and ministries.

The Measure of Success (1 Corinthians 4:1-5)

The Measure of Success (1 Corinthians 4:1-5)

What is the measure of success in the church? Is it numbers, conversions, or programs? Or is success something different? According to 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, faithfulness is the measure of success in ministry.

Becoming a Mature Church, Part 3 (1 Corinthians 3:18-23)

Becoming a Mature Church, Part 3 (1 Corinthians 3:18-23)

How can the church grow in spiritual maturity? 1 Corinthians 3 answers this vital question. In part 3 of this series, we learn to become mature in Christ- we need godly wisdom.