Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
Sermons on Obedience
Pastor Tim Travis explores the transition from spiritual infancy to Christian maturity, using the biblical metaphor of moving from milk to meat. Drawing from the book of Hebrews, Travis emphasizes that growth is a divine requirement, warning that believers who fail to develop beyond foundational doctrines risk living a miserable, stagnant existence akin to a spiritual wilderness. To illustrate this…
Pastor Mike Tarr challenges the popular notion of “You Only Live Once” (YOLO) by asserting that true believers in Jesus Christ live for eternal life, not just their time on Earth. Drawing from John 8, Pastor Tarr emphasizes that living only for the present life is a sad and depressing prospect, especially for non-believers who risk experiencing a…
Pastor Tim Travis emphasizes the critical need for believers to discern genuine faith from deceptive imitations. Drawing heavily from 2 Corinthians 11 and Matthew 7, Pastor Travis, highlights that counterfeits—whether gospels, churches, or individuals—are often subtle and appealing, much like a wolf in sheep’s clothing. The primary method for detection is examining their “fruit,” which refers to their actions,…
Pastor Tim Travis draws parallels between ancient Israel’s decline and contemporary America, asserting that both face impending judgment due to disobedience and sinfulness. Pastor Travis shows us the necessity of revival, as exemplified by King Josiah’s righteous reign in 2 Chronicles 34. Travis outlines three key aspects for maintaining a “Savior-sensitive church”: individual seeking of the Lord, demonstrated…
Pastor Tim Travis bases on Jeremiah 6 he explores the concept of returning to “Old Paths” – not outdated traditions, but the well-established ways and Word of God. Pastor Travis argues that while new methods or paths may seem appealing and offer superficial results, they ultimately lack the sufficiency and bring no true peace or rest for the…
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 examines 1 Kings 17, focusing on the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath to illustrate principles of thriving through faith in God. Pastor Travis uses this narrative to encourage listeners to trust God’s provision even in seemingly dire circumstances, emphasizing that God often works outside of our comfort zones and in unexpected ways. He…
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…
Love is the foundation of Christianity. Christians demonstrating love to each other is emphasized over and over in Scripture and especially here in 1 John. In this passage, we are going to a deeper and more important aspect of our love; our love for our Heavenly Father. Join us as we study this passage together…
Love is the foundation of Christianity. Love is the foundation of real life. The love we are talking about is that mighty driving force that causes a person to have a deep abiding affection for that which is right and equally a deep aversion to that which is evil. Join us as we study the…