Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
Sermons on God's Truth
Pastor Tim Travis draws primarily from Matthew 28 and 1 Timothy 3 to articulate the core purpose and responsibilities of the church. Travis emphasizes that the church’s mission is founded on Jesus Christ’s “all power” and His command to “go ye therefore and teach all nations,” known as the Great Commission. He reminds us that the church is…
Pastor Tim Travis examines 2 Timothy 4:1-4 as he emphasizes the critical difference between a “seeker-sensitive” approach, which often compromises biblical truth to attract a wider audience, and a “Savior-sensitive” church that prioritizes God’s will and unwavering adherence to biblical doctrine. Pastor Travis stresses that the church’s message must always be biblical and encompass the “whole counsel of God,” even…
Pastor Tim Travis teaches from Ephesians 4:17-32, focusing on the practical application of faith in daily life, referred to as our “walk in Christ.” He emphasizes the radical shift that occurs when one becomes a Christian, moving from a former lifestyle characterized by a “vanity of the mind” – marked by ignorance, blindness, and insensitivity to sin – to…
Pastor Tim Travis focuses on the biblical account of Jesus’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem as described in Matthew 21, marking the beginning of Holy Week. The passage highlights the Palm Sunday reception by the crowds, who hailed Jesus as the Messiah, waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna.” However, Travis underscores the fleeting nature of this adoration, foreshadowing the same people’s…
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…
Pastor Tim Travis’s “Thrive” series continues as he uses 2 Timothy 2 to guide listeners toward spiritual flourishing. Pastor Travis’s central theme revolves around thriving, not merely surviving, achieved through God’s grace, the propagation of truth, and enduring hardship. Travis emphasizes the importance of committing the truth to faithful men, who will then spread it further, mirroring the historical spread…
Pastor Tim Travis calls us to action to stand firm in our faith and resist the encroaching cultural tides that threaten to undermine the biblical principles upon which society is built. He draws inspiration from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Daniel 3), who bravely refused to bow to Nebuchadnezzar’s golden idol, even facing…
Pastor Tim Travis brings us to the book of Galatians, as he urges Christians to “Stand Fast… in the Liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free,” to advocate for a recommitment to God and God’s ways. He draws parallels between the spiritual downfall and captivity of the Israelites and the current state of the United…
Pastor Tim looks at the existence of God based on what it calls the “Universal belief in a one true God.” Pastor emphasizes that belief in a supreme deity is a naturally occurring phenomenon found in cultures across the globe and throughout history. He supports this claim by highlighting examples such as the ancient Greeks,…
Mankind likes to debate the existence of God, however, the Bible makes it clear that there is no debate. This sermon introduces the topics and arguments we will look at over the weeks ahead. This includes: After introducing us to this study, we must ultimately conclude that while logical arguments provide compelling evidence, true proof…