The Resolved Pulpit

In the concluding message of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole completes Paul's teaching from 2 Corinthians 9 by showing that the ultimate purpose of Christian generosity is the glory of God. As believers faithfully steward the resources God has entrusted to them, the needs of the saints are supplied, thanksgiving overflows, the church is strengthened, and God receives the worship He deserves. Paul con...

In Part 9 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines one of the most hope-filled promises in Scripture: "And God is able..." (2 Corinthians 9:8). Rather than encouraging believers to trust in financial security, Paul directs their confidence toward the all-sufficient God who faithfully provides everything His people need to accomplish every good work. Christian generosity is not rooted in self-confi...

In Part 8 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines one of the most familiar passages on Christian generosity: 2 Corinthians 9:6–7. Paul's words about sowing and reaping have often been misused to promote a prosperity-centered message. In this sermon, Pastor Cole carefully explains the true meaning of the passage, showing that biblical generosity is not motivated by the promise of earthly riches bu...

In Part 7 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole begins 2 Corinthians chapter 9 by examining Paul's teaching on the ministry of giving and the importance of readiness within the local church. Paul reminds the Corinthians that their generosity is more than an individual act of obedience—it is a ministry through which God provides for His people and accomplishes His purposes. As believers prepare to partic...

In Part 6 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines 2 Corinthians 8:16–24 and explores the importance of integrity in Christian stewardship. As Paul prepares to deliver the offering for the believers in Jerusalem, he carefully appoints trustworthy men to oversee the collection. Their example demonstrates that biblical generosity must be accompanied by biblical accountability. God not only cares tha...

In Part 5 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines 2 Corinthians 8:13–15 and explains Paul's teaching on fairness, provision, and generosity within the local church. Contrary to modern misconceptions, biblical giving is not about forced equality or compulsory redistribution. Instead, God calls His people to willingly meet the genuine needs of fellow believers, recognizing that every resource ultim...

In Part 4 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole continues Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 8 by emphasizing the importance of faithful obedience. The Corinthian believers had already expressed a desire to participate in the collection for the saints, but Paul encourages them to complete what they had begun. This message reminds Christians that biblical stewardship is more than good intentions—it is the...

In Part 3 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines one of the greatest motivations for Christian generosity found anywhere in Scripture: the example of Jesus Christ Himself. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 8:9, this message explains that Christ's willingness to become poor was not a reference to financial poverty but to His voluntary humiliation in taking the form of a servant and giving His life for s...

In Part 2 of Biblical Giving, Pastor Cole examines Paul's example of the churches of Macedonia in 2 Corinthians 8 and demonstrates that true generosity is the product of God's grace rather than material abundance. Although these believers endured severe affliction and extreme poverty, they overflowed with joyful generosity because they had first given themselves to the Lord. Their example reminds...

When many people hear the subject of giving, they immediately think about money. But in this opening message, Pastor Cole shows that biblical giving begins much deeper than our finances—it begins with our hearts. Introducing Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 8–9, this sermon establishes the foundation for the entire series by explaining that everything believers possess has been entrusted to them b...

Series Reflection: How Psalm 67 Changed Our Church In this special edition of The Resolved Pulpit, Pastor Cole steps away from the sermon manuscript and reflects on the impact Psalm 67 has had on his life, ministry, and church. Following the conclusion of the Let All The Peoples Praise You series, this episode explores how Psalm 67 became a defining ministry philosophy, shaping the church's unders...

In the concluding message of Let All The Peoples Praise You, Pastor Cole examines Psalm 67:7 and explores the biblical meaning of the fear of God. Drawing from Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Isaiah, and other key passages, this sermon demonstrates that the fear of the Lord is not a negative or oppressive concept but the proper response to God's greatness, holiness, and authority. Scripture teaches that t...

In Part 3 of Let All The Peoples Praise You, Pastor Cole examines Psalm 67:6 and challenges common misconceptions about what it means to be blessed by God. Drawing from Psalm 1, Leviticus 26, and the imagery of a tree planted beside living water, this message demonstrates that the greatest blessing God gives His people is not the fruit produced in their lives but the living water that nourishes th...

In Part 2 of Let All The Peoples Praise You, Pastor Cole continues his study of Psalm 67 by examining God's purpose for blessing His people. This message highlights the missionary heart of God throughout Scripture and demonstrates that His desire has always been for His name to be known among all nations. From God's covenant with Abraham to the fulfillment of the Gospel among the Gentiles, the Bib...

In Part 1 of Let All The Peoples Praise You, Pastor Cole introduces Psalm 67 and establishes the central theme that drives the entire series: God blesses His people so that His name may be known among the nations. Beginning with Psalm 67:1–3, this message explores God's grace, God's blessing, and God's favor upon His people. Rather than viewing these blessings as ends in themselves, Scripture teac...

In the concluding message of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole brings together the major themes of the series and offers a final biblical perspective on spiritual gifts and their purpose within the life of the church. Throughout this study, we've examined God's design for the body of Christ, the necessity of spiritual maturity, and the various gifts He distributes among His people. This final sermon rem...

In Part 14 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of leadership and its vital role within the life of the church. Biblical leadership is not primarily about authority, influence, or position. It is a Spirit-given ability to faithfully guide, organize, and shepherd God's people toward His purposes. Throughout the church, God raises up leaders who help provide direction, maintain...

In Part 13 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of mercy and its vital role within the life of the church. The gift of mercy reflects the compassion of Christ by moving believers toward those who are hurting, suffering, discouraged, and burdened. God uses merciful believers to comfort the afflicted, strengthen the weak, care for those in need, and demonstrate His kindness in...

In Part 12 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of discernment and its vital role in protecting the church from error and preserving sound doctrine. Scripture repeatedly calls believers to test what they hear and evaluate every teaching according to the truth of God's Word. The gift of discernment enables certain believers to recognize the difference between truth and error,...

In Part 11 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of faith and its unique role within the life of the church. While every believer possesses saving faith in Jesus Christ, Scripture also describes a spiritual gift of faith—a God-given ability to trust His promises with unusual confidence and steadfastness. Throughout church history, God has used believers with this gift to stren...

In Part 10 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of giving and its vital role within the life of the church. Far more than financial stewardship, biblical giving flows from a heart that recognizes God as the owner of all things and joyfully uses His resources for His purposes. God equips certain believers with a unique desire and ability to give generously, sacrificially, and...

In Part 9 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of service and its vital role within the life of the local church. While often overlooked in favor of more visible gifts, the gift of service reflects the very heart of Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. God equips certain believers with a unique desire and ability to meet practical needs, support ministry efforts, a...

In Part 8 of The Spirituals, Pastor Cole examines the spiritual gift of exhortation and its vital role within the life of the church. Biblical exhortation is far more than simple encouragement. It is the Spirit-enabled ability to come alongside fellow believers and help them faithfully apply the truth of God's Word to everyday life. Through exhortation, God strengthens the weary, encourages the di...

In Part 7 of The Spirituals, we examine the spiritual gift of teaching and its essential role in the life and maturity of the church. Pastor Cole explains that biblical teaching is more than the ability to communicate information. It is a Spirit-given gift that enables believers to clearly explain the truth of God’s Word so that the body of Christ may be instructed, strengthened, corrected, and eq...

In Part 6 of The Spirituals, we continue our study of the speaking gifts by examining the gifts of knowledge and wisdom. While these gifts are often viewed as identical, Scripture presents them as distinct yet complementary. Knowledge involves understanding and communicating biblical truth, while wisdom involves applying that truth faithfully in real-life situations. Pastor Cole explains how God u...