Sermons on Doctrine

Counterfeit Christianity (Part 4) – The Principle of Separation

Pastor Tim Travis reminds us that true Christian authenticity is demonstrated through separation from worldly influences. Drawing heavily from 2 Corinthians 6:14-17, Pastor Travis emphasizes the biblical command to “be not unequally yoked together with unbelievers” and to “come out from among them and be separate.” The core message is that believers, as the “Temple of the Living…

Counterfeit Christianity (Part 3) – Spotting the Imposters

Pastor Tim Travis warns against deceptive religious practices by contrasting authentic Christian doctrine with counterfeit teachings and behaviors. Drawing primarily from 1 Timothy 6 and other New Testament scriptures, Travis emphasizes the importance of wholesome words—the words of our Lord Jesus Christ—and sound doctrine as the foundation of true faith, asserting that doctrine is meant to divide truth…

A Savior-Sensitive Church (Part 1) – The Right Master

Pastor Tim Travis looks at our need to be a “Savior-Sensitive Church,” contrasting it with the “Seeker-Sensitive Movement” prevalent in some evangelical circles. Travis argues that while the Seeker-Sensitive approach focuses on attracting people by accommodating their preferences and felt needs, often leading to a watering down of doctrine and a shallow understanding of faith, a Savior-Sensitive…

Our Walk in Christ (Part 1) – Living Out Our Calling

Pastor Tim Travis focuses on Ephesians 4, emphasizing the importance of a believer’s “walk in Christ,” which refers to our daily conduct and behavior. Pastor Travis highlights two crucial elements for this walk: first, cultivating a proper attitude characterized by humility, meekness, patience, and love, recognizing that internal disposition is paramount; and second, actively maintaining unity within the body of Christ by endeavoring…