Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
Sermons on Romans
Adam Umpleby explores Romans 12 and the necessity of maintaining the spiritual glow, an intentional effort to keep one’s faith vibrant rather than allowing it to succumb to the natural decay of spiritual entropy. Umpleby argues that a “boiling” passion for God is not merely emotionalism but a supernatural gift that requires constant tending through a renewed mind and an active…
Pastor Tim Travis explores how believers can discover and remain fixed on the will of God. He argues that knowing God’s purpose requires a presentation of the self as a living sacrifice and a conscious separation from worldly conformity to allow for an internal transformation. By using the Greek concept of metamorphosis, Travis explains that this change is not a superficial…
Pastor Tim Travis urges believers to pursue spiritual maturity by viewing the Christian life as a period of preparation for a final exam at the Judgment Seat of Christ. He emphasizes that this divine evaluation is not to determine salvation, but rather to assess how faithfully individuals utilized the will, gifts, and work of God during their earthly lives.…
In this missionary testimony, Seyha Meach recounts his transformative journey from a Buddhist upbringing in Cambodia to becoming a dedicated Christian minister. He illustrates how a simple encounter with the gospel led him to trade religious tradition for a personal relationship with Jesus, eventually resulting in the dramatic conversion of his parents who signaled their new faith by burning…
Pastor Tim Travis explores Romans 8 and the unbreakable nature of divine love and its practical impact on the believer’s life. He structures his teaching around the assurance that God is for us, arguing that because the Father did not spare His own Son, believers can trust Him to provide all other necessities freely and without condition. Travis emphasizes…
Pastor Tim Travis examines Romans 14 as he emphasizes the motivation behind a church’s actions, particularly in light of an individual’s future “Judgment Seat of Christ”. He reminds us that the primary motivation for believers should be to please God in all we do, as everyone will ultimately account for their lives. This motivation is derived from God’s Word,…
Pastor Tim Travis guides listeners through Romans 12 and 1 Peter 4 to illuminate the concept of God’s will. He emphasizes that God’s will is not obscure but provable, good, and acceptable, ultimately leading to a perfect and complete life. Travis encourages a transformation from worldly conformity to presenting oneself as a living sacrifice, enabling believers to discern and follow God’s clear path, rather…
Pastor Tim Travis preaches on the moral attribute of God’s righteousness beginning in Psalm 145:17 and Romans 1:16-17. Pastor Travis begins by defining righteousness and establishing its importance as a communicable attribute, meaning humans can strive to reflect it in their own lives. Travis emphasizes that the source of knowledge about God’s righteousness is the…
Pastor Tim Travis explores the principle of aligning one’s life purpose with God’s purpose. Using the conversion of Saul (later known as Paul) in Acts 9 as a pivotal example, Pastor Travis emphasizes the idea of a transformed life purpose. He stresses that God may interrupt our plans and call us to a different path for…
Pastor Travis centers on the truth that discovering and fulfilling God’s purpose for our lives is paramount. Pastor Travis emphasizes that understanding this purpose brings comfort and direction, even amidst difficulties. He illustrates this by examining biblical figures like Abel, Noah, Abraham, and Moses, who each exemplified choosing God’s will over their own, often at a personal cost. Pastor…