God Centered Life

What comes to mind at the mention of idols? Statues of stone or at times fine metals, right? Our study today will head straight into the modern day reality of how prevalent new types of idols are, and how we can resist their taking over. 1 Cor 8:1-13

It sounds like a literary phrase. “How big is your God?” But if you wrestle with this question, could there be a few additional diagnostic questions you also need to ask? We’ll explore this topic in our study today. 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Let’s take a look at how the church views singleness versus how society looks at that same status. Paul will provide perspective on this topic in our study today. 1 Cor 7:1-40

Many report being drawn towards a partnership, an innate desire to be a couple. But if this desire is wired in, then why do so many marriages struggle? We’ll look at what Paul has to say on this subject in our study today. 1 Cor 7:1-40

A regular dynamic of living in this world but not of this world is the sometimes tricky balance between expressing truth while showing love. We’ll look at the practical aspects of this challenge in our study. 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

The question is “Why on earth did they do that?” The answer so many times is either sex, or money, or both. With such a powerful influence, it seems like a good idea to nurture a Biblical perspective on these two forces. 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Does the Bible tell us how to structure our Facebook and Instagram posts? Let’s find out. We’ll do that in this study. 1 Cor 5:1-13

Ascribing value is a tricky proposition these days. Particular trading cards can draw enormous sums of money… from those who see that card as valuable. Is there a standard of worth? Is something ever worth dying for? We’ll look at these questions in this study. 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Where are the lines? “In the world but not of it.” How do we navigate the difference without getting into trouble? Or, on the other hand, how do we pursue holiness without being of no impact for the kingdom on a needy world? We’ll explore these challenging questions in this study. 1 Cor 5:1-13

Wouldn’t it be great if we were impervious to pain as a result of criticism? Someone posts a negative comment and it rolls off us like water off a duck? In this study, we’ll pursue the primary path to make that a reality. 1 Cor 4:1-21

It’s hard to believe, but there used to be a limited amount of criticism floating around. Yes, it happened but not generally as a hobby, a way for the critic to feel bigger than someone else. So, can a letter written 2,000 years ago speak to this modern plague? We’ll find out in this study. 1 Cor 4:1-21

The strong individualist… perhaps the order of the day. But where does this person fit into the church? How do those who are wired for “survival of the fittest” bring their strengths to the church? We’ll continue our exploration of what it means to be mature in this study. 1 Cor 3:1-23

There are Scripture passages that encourage us to pursue childlike faith. So how does that line up with Paul's admonishments about lacking maturity? What is the difference between immaturity and “desiring God's Word like newborn babies”? We’ll explore these questions in this study. 1 Cor 3:1-23

Ever feel like you have two boxes, one for your faith and a different one for your church participation? We’ll begin a study today that explores what the healthy church should look and how we should regard that church. 2 Timothy 1:1-7

“All preaching takes place from the pulpit.” Or does it? What are our responsibilities when it comes to the profound truths of the Gospel? We’ll explore this question in our study today. 1 Cor 2:6-16

“What’s the answer?” “The answer is the Gospel!” Has that exchange ever left you quietly or perhaps not so quietly wondering? Really? Is that it? We’re digging for profound truth in our study today. 1 Cor 2:6-16

Our study today celebrates irony. We’ll ask the question “What is true power?” The answer might not be immediately evident without changing our perspective just a bit. 1 Cor 1:18 - 2:5

The Almighty God! Have you ever quietly wondered why that power is not more evident in society today? We’ll explore power in this study. 1 Cor 1:18 - 2:5

If a passage of Scripture appears to directly address preachers, is that a cue for non-preachers to check out? Our study today makes a few suggestions as to how non-preachers can maximize the benefit of listening to the presentation of God's Word. 1 Cor 1:10-17

Ever met anyone who’s fully committed to being ordinary and wants you to know it? It would be unusual to run into such an individual. Instead, our study today looks at an extraordinary act, and more importantly, how each of us is being positioned to perform at the same level. Ruth 4

Passion for the church! A good thing, right? But does that passion create the potential to wander off the straight and narrow? Is it possible for us to wander without even knowing it? We’ll look at these questions in this study. 1 Cor 1:10-17

Our studies have been looking at a vision for the modern church. We’ll now begin studying directions given to a specific church, and glean all manner of useful admonitions for us along the way. 1 Cor 1:1-9

We’ve been talking about how a church should operate. In this study, we’ll look at practical application of these principles, and while this message was aimed at one local church, there are take-aways for all of us. Matt 5:13-16

It wouldn’t be a surprise if you thought of worship as something that only happens when you’re within the confines of a church building. But our study today makes the case for worship being something we’re doing all the time. Psalm 150

We’re being challenged to be ready to respond to Gospel assignments. How does one become ready? Great question. We’ll explore it in this study. Colossians 4:2-6