Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
Sermons on Will of God
Pastor Tim Travis uses the biblical story of Gideon (Judges 6 & 7) to illustrate the theme of thriving in the New Year rather than merely surviving. He emphasizes how God often chooses the least likely individuals, like Gideon, and equips them with power and abilities to fulfill His will. Pastor Tim underscores that God desires to transform individuals, moving them…
Pastor Tim Travis uses Daniel 1 to encourage listeners to thrive in the new year by centering our lives on the Bible. He focuses on Daniel’s choice not to defile himself with the king’s food, highlighting Daniel’s purpose in his heart to honor God’s will despite potential consequences. Travis urges the listener to “purpose” our hearts toward God’s will, “prove”…
Pastor Tim Travis examines Acts 20:24-38 as he focuses on thriving in one’s Christian life. Pastor Travis uses Paul’s impending martyrdom as a model for maintaining unwavering faith despite persecution and distractions. Key themes include resisting distractions (“None of these things move me”), prioritizing spiritual goals over personal comfort (“neither count I my life dear unto myself”),…
Pastor Tim Travis’s series on Christian characteristics focuses on peacemaking as instructed in James 4:1-12 and Matthew 5:9. Pastor Travis identifies three types of conflict Christians face: internal struggles with lust and pride, interpersonal conflicts within the church, and spiritual warfare against worldly influences. Travis argues that the root cause of these conflicts is rebellion against God, stemming from…
Pastor Tim Travis focuses on the Christmas story in Luke chapter 2. Pastor Travis uses the narrative to highlight God’s sovereignty, even amidst seemingly inconvenient circumstances like Caesar Augustus’s decree. He emphasizes Joseph and Mary’s obedience despite facing societal stigma and hardship, arguing that God often works through uncomfortable situations to align His people with His will. Finally, Travis concludes…
Pastor Tim Travis examines 1 Thessalonians 5 as he passionately calls for Christians to cultivate a deeper and more consistent spirit of thankfulness. Using the Bible as his guide, Pastor Travis emphasizes that giving thanks isn’t a mere formality; it’s a vital practice for spiritual growth and obedience. He emphasizes three key themes: 1) The importance…
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…
This sermon encourages us to align one’s life with God’s purpose. Pastor Travis emphasizes that God has a unique purpose for each individual, just as businesses have mission statements. He uses the biblical examples of David and Solomon, where David’s desire to build a temple was fulfilled through his son Solomon, highlighting that God’s plans might differ…
Pastor Tim’s message centers around the Bible teaching that true Christians should be driven by a desire to serve God, not by worldly desires. Pastor emphasizes that it is impossible to serve both God and worldly desires, comparing this to trying to serve two masters. He stresses that true fulfillment comes from serving God and seeking…