Sermons on Faith

How Important Is Church?

Pastor Tim Travis explores the vital importance of the local church for Christian life and spiritual growth. Pastor Travis begins by addressing the question of the church’s necessity, asserting from 1 Timothy 3:15 that it is “the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth.” He argues…

Christian Characteristics (Part 9) – Remaining Faithful

Pastor Tim Travis explores the Christian characteristic of faithfulness, grounding his teaching in Matthew 24:42-51 and other biblical passages. He emphasizes that faithfulness to God leads to faithfulness in all aspects of life, including relationships and responsibilities. Travis argues that while the world often prioritizes self-interest, true faithfulness requires being true to God first. Pastor Travis outlines God’s…

Thrive (Part 3)

Pastor Tim Travis, focusing on 2 Peter chapters 1 and 3, preaches on spiritual growth, urging listeners to thrive, not merely survive, in their faith. Pastor Travis uses the example of the tallest man in history to illustrate that physical size doesn’t equate to strength or longevity, mirroring the idea that spiritual growth, fueled by diligent study of…

God With Us (Part 1)

Pastor Tim Travis focuses on Matthew 1’s account of Jesus’ birth, emphasizing the virgin birth as literal truth and refuting contrary interpretations. Pastor Travis uses this narrative to highlight the importance of biblical literacy, faith in God’s promises, and the unwavering obedience demonstrated by Joseph and Mary. He connects this historical event to contemporary challenges of faith, urging listeners towards…

Christian Characteristics (Part 1) – Discernment

Pastor Tim Travis focuses on discernment as a crucial characteristic of mature Christians. He begins in Hebrews 5:11-14 to illustrate how discernment involves distinguishing between good and evil, aligning one’s actions with God’s will, and considering the impact on others. Pastor Travis emphasizes that true discernment stems from a deep relationship with God, diligent study of scripture, and prayerful consideration,…

The Existence of God (Part 4)

Pastor Travis focuses on proving the existence of God to non-believers using the teleological argument, also known as the argument from intelligent design. The core idea is that the complexity and order of the universe, particularly intricacies like the human eye and the process of photosynthesis, point to the necessity of a creator, which Christians believe to…

Jumping Into the Jordan

To overcome spiritual obstacles, individuals must fully immerse themselves in faith like jumping into the Jordan River. This involves: 1) avoiding complacency and hesitancy, 2) getting rid of dependency on superficial support systems, 3) stepping outside of comfort zones, 4) letting go of worldly attachments, 5) embracing a dedicated and consistent Christian lifestyle, 6) persevering…