People talk all the time about what they’re looking for in a church—worship styles, children’s ministry, preaching style. In part one of Gospel Faith, Pastor Colin talks about what God is looking for in a church.

There are many who believe in Jesus, but their lives have never been gripped by the gospel. In part two of Gospel Faith, Pastor Colin talks about the effect that this has on the church.

Some people say that Christians should follow Old Testament law, while others say we can forget the law. In part one of Gospel Freedom, Pastor Colin helps us discover the proper use of the law.

What is the proper use of the law for the Christian? The way you answer this question will shape the character of your life and home. In part two of Gospel Freedom, Pastor Colin talks about how to use the law properly.

What sins has Christ forgiven in your life? Have you tried to forget them? In part one of Gospel Salvation, Pastor Colin talks about the importance of remembering your sins redemptively.

You might be surprised to learn that Satan will be happy for you to forget your sins. In part two of Gospel Salvation, Pastor Colin talks about why the person who forgets his or her sins will not love Christ much and will not grow much.

How does God impact the world through prayer? In part one of Gospel Ministry, Pastor Colin talks about how God intends to bring change in the world, not through government, but through prayer.

The church is called to a global ministry of the Word and prayer. Where do we start? In part two of Gospel Ministry, Pastor Colin talks about how this kind of ministry advances in the world.

Every Christian should maximize their usefulness to Christ. But what should you pursue? In part one of Gospel Character, Pastor Colin talks about some things that every Christian can pursue to have more effectiveness in Christian ministry.

What kind of people should we trust and follow? What kind of people should we become? In part two of Gospel Character, Pastor Colin talks about some things you can pursue today to help you become a more effective leader—whether you're young or old, a parent or a pastor—whatever your station in life.

What is so great about Jesus Christ? In part one of Gospel Life, Pastor Colin talks about an early Christian hymn in the Bible that celebrates the glory of Jesus.

Some think a godly life comes through self-denial; others believe we need to “let go and let God.” In part two of Gospel Life, Pastor Colin helps us understand “the mystery of godliness.”

There will always be genuine needs within the church, but how do you discern where there are genuine needs? In part one of Gospel Compassion, Pastor Colin talks about how to create a culture of caring.

When godly people pray and ask for help, how does God answer their prayers? In part two of Gospel Compassion, Pastor Colin talks about how to create a culture of serving.

It’s getting harder for churches to find pastors. In part one of Gospel Leadership, Pastor Colin talks about how pastors, elders, and congregations can work together in a way that honors Jesus and advances the gospel.

Some people’s sins are obvious, while other people’s sins trail behind them. In part two of Gospel Leadership, Pastor Colin talks about what this means for you and for your church.

How can you find joy in what you have, especially when what God gives you is less that you had before? In part one of Gospel Lifestyle, Pastor Colin talks about learning the art of contentment.

How can you wean your heart away from the love of money, or comfort, or self? In part two of Gospel Lifestyle, Pastor Colin talks about why it won’t work to just tell yourself, “Love money less!”

A Christian is a person who has come to a conclusion about Jesus Christ. In part one of Gospel Hope, Pastor Colin talks about what this would look like in a person’s life.

How do you keep going when you feel overwhelmed by life, and there are discouragements on every side? In part two of Gospel Hope, Pastor Colin talks about the importance of remembering your position in Christ.

Timothy, here’s what you need to do: Guard the Gospel. Keep it front and center in the church. Preach the Gospel, Timothy. Live the Gospel. Advance the Gospel. And if necessary, Timothy, die for the Gospel. That is the trust that is given to you.

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery” (Galatians 5:1).

The Gospel is good news, not good advice. Christ did not come into the world to tell us what we have to do for salvation. He came into the world to save us. That is the good news.

Therefore let’s renew our commitment to a ministry of the Word and prayer on a global scale. That’s the passion of a gospel-centered church.

Because there is one Gospel, it stands that it must be for all people. What kind of people are going to get this job done? That’s what 1 Timothy 3 is about. We are looking today at Gospel Character. I want you to see the character and the competence of effective Christian leaders.

Paul unpacks what godliness looks like when he says to Timothy:“Set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” (v12)

“Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God.” 1 Timothy 5:3-4 (NIV) If […]

“The elders who direct the affairs of the church are worthy of double honor…” 1 Timothy 5:17 (NIV) Gifted and godly leaders are a sign of God’s blessing on a church. Leaders who don’t know what they’re doing are a sign of God’s judgment. Where do I get that? In a time when God’s judgment […]

But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. (1 Timothy 6:6-8, NIV) The message today comes in two parts. Paul speaks to “those who are rich” (v17), and […]

“But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses… I charge you to keep this command […]