In one synagogue on one Sabbath, a woman bent double for eighteen years came simply to worship, and Jesus stopped mid-sermon to see her, call her, touch her, and set her straight. Then the man in charge stood up and told everyone the healing was against the rules. In this message from Luke 13:10-17, guest speaker Rob-roy Nelson walks through four displays: Jesus teaching, Jesus touching, a synagogue ruler losing his temper, and Jesus triumphing with a single question that silenced every adversary in the room. Along the way you will hear why corporate worship mattered so much to a woman who could barely walk there, how a man who knew his Bible could still be a false teacher, and why the shame Jesus put on His enemies that day is the shame He bore for His people on the cross.
13 Sept 2026
"Self-Control" (Part 2)
Theme: Paul exhorts the believers to win the prize. I. Expectation A. An incorruptible prize 1. The athletes competed for a perishable crown—a wreath of leaves 2. But, Christians are after a crown of glory B. "not as uncertainly" II. Exhortation A. "run in such a way in order that you may win" 1. It's not enough merely to enter the race 2. Rather, you must put forth the effort necessary for victory 3. Hebrews 10:39 4. Strive to enter in the gate that leads to life 5. David and his men were warriors B. "and everyone . . . exercises self-control in all things" 1. We're in a struggle 2. The exercise of self-control a. The athletes have special training rules b. Don't let anything hinder your going for the prize (1) Paul was not calling for some sort of asceticism (2) Rather, moderation or temperance (3) The proper attitude is the opposite of hedonism (4) Self-control in terms of organization/management (a) Chaos is not a good sign (b) God is a God of order Application A. Are you running the Christian race as if you want to win? 1. Not to win the glory for yourself 2. But to win the incorruptible crown B. When you struggle with temperance, cry out to Jesus for help 1. He is the one who died for you 2. He went through great agony in resisting temptation
6 Sept 2026
Adding to Faith
The sermon explores the progressive spiritual development outlined in 2 Peter 1, urging believers to actively cultivate specific virtues alongside their initial faith. The preacher defines and emphasizes the necessity of adding virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, and godliness to one's Christian walk to ensure a fruitful relationship with Christ. By examining Greek definitions and cross-references, the message highlights that these qualities are not merely moral efforts but fruits of the Spirit resulting from a deep reliance on God's word and grace. The speaker illustrates how personal discipline in studying scripture and maintaining contentment leads to a life marked by self-control and reverence for God rather than worldly anxiety. Ultimately, the central theme is that intentional spiritual diligence strengthens the believer's character and secures their standing in the everlasting kingdom.
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