Jeff Stevens

In Paul's Epistle to Titus, there are many parallels in the requirements of an elder that are expressed to Timothy. This helps support the consistency that Paul expects in the leadership of the church. But in this passage we see something very interesting. Paul calls the elders to be "God's Steward." This study helps us understand the important role an elder/pastor has for a loca...

The introduction of Paul's Epistle to Titus reveals some really interesting theological truths. The truths about how we are saved are all manifested in God's perfect timing. When things are not always going our way, we must be reminded that all things are happening in God's perfect timing.

The letter that Paul writes to Titus begins with Paul saying that he is a slave of Jesus Christ. This seems like a strange way to introduce yourself. Join us to see what Paul really means. People are all a slave to something; to sin or to God. And the rewards are vastly different!

My God is so big that He stretched the expanse of the universe and hung the stars, yet He still loves me. He loves me so much that He shared His name with me. He is the restorer of my soul, made me wise to His ways, He has given me a reason to rejoice, enlightened me and has shown me how much He loves me by making me HIS righteousness. We worship a Good Good God!

On Christmas Eve we are meeting to celebrate the Lord's Day. On this Sunday we discuss that God's love for us is not just a feeling, it is an action. Therefore, the love that we have for each other should be active! I am hoping this message finds you well, filled with the peace and joy of Christ Jesus, and having a Very Merry Christmas!

The third week of Advent tradition is to pray for Joy! This study examines Romans 15:13 and Paul's prayer for joy in the midst of understanding self-denial. Join us as we examine what joy really is and how we can receive this gift from God.

Millions across the world will begin celebrating Advent today. The first day of the Christmas season. As we all prepare to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, we can be reminded that God also prepared for our salvation. We know from Ephesians 1 that Jesus Christ was the plan for being reconciled from before the foundation of the world. But where do we see God's plan for salvation rev...

In this final lesson on the Trinity, we will discuss how the Trinity plays an essential role in the redemptive process. If you believe in Jesus Christ as your redeemer, if you believe that you are saved, you believe in a Triune God. Each person of the Trinity having a specific role in the salvation of man, for the glory of God!

Last week we examined the Biblical evidence for the Trinity. We worship one God in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. This lesson explores Trinitarian analogies, Trinitarian heresies, and why it is important to be Trinitarian. Join us as we dive into the essential doctrine of the Trinity!

The Trinity is one of Christianity's great mysteries. The word does not exist in the text, yet the text is clear that God is one, yet exists as three distinct persons. This lesson gives some history of the trinity and the Biblical support to help us all understand where we get this essential of the faith.

We wrap up the last study from 2 Timothy today. This letter has helped us to understand many things about the church. Especially the importance of maintaining sound doctrine. But Paul puts a bit of a personal touch on the end of his letter, as he calls Timothy to visit him and recounts friends and coworkers in the Gospel that he has encountered along the way.

Friends, our Lord has given us so much. So much grace, so much faith, so much mercy. He has put hope in our hearts. It is preaching season my friends. Share your hope with people. Do not sit back and let your ears be tickled. Read the Word of God, listen to sound doctrine, love people hard, reach the lost. Share the Gospel!   Its preaching season...

Paul is equipping Timothy for his role as an elder in Ephesus. This study reveals that through the adversity that life throws at us, stress, pain or persecution, we too can be equipped. Not just equipped to deal with life's struggles, but to actually do good works for the glory of God!

Women will become prey to false teachers, preachers and church leaders. This has been Satan's plan to lead us away from the Father since the fall. Men need to ensure we are loving and honoring God in a way that protects the hearts of our wives and daughters. Apologies for the bad audio...

In this study, we learn that the tools that we use to reach the lost are the same as the fruits of the Spirit. By knowing the Word of God and reaching people through love, peace, patience and kindness, we pray that God is merciful and gives them repentance. This is a great study in how and why we should not just reach the lost but reach those who truly oppose our Lord.

As a church, we must be diligent in this. We must be good workmen, never ashamed of the Gospel. And always doing our best to rightly divide the Word of Truth!

Paul's encouragement to his young friend Timothy comes with the comparison of being a good soldier, an athlete and a hard-working farmer. In our study today we celebrate Jesus Christ risen from the dead. It is His saving grace that gives us assurance of salvation!

As we finish 2 Timothy 1, we get to see an amazing example of Biblical Friendship. A man who goes to Paul to refresh him while Paul is in chains. We learn 3 particular things about Biblical friendship from this lesson. It takes time, effort and possibly danger. As believers, we should all desire to be as loyal as Onesiphorus was to Paul.

We are called to maintain a standard. We are called to have sound doctrine. Jesus loves us and desires for us to abide in Him. But many will turn away from you as you share your hope with them, just like they did Paul. People may call you religious, judgmental, or legalistic. But, we are still called to maintain a standard.

This is an introspective question that we should all ask ourselves as we walk in Christ. While we examine Paul's message to Timothy we learn that through the power of God, there is no room to be ashamed of the Gospel. There are people in your circle that need Jesus, right now. And there is no better time to share the hope that resides within you.

As believers, we are called to boldly proclaim the truth of the saving grace of Christ Jesus. No matter the climate, in times of persecution and times of peace, we are called. Paul expresses to us in this passage that we have not been given a spirit of timidity. To the contrary, we have been given a spirit of, "Power and love and self-discipline!"

How is Godliness a great gain when accompanied by contentment? We can learn from the end of Paul's first letter to Timothy, that our pursuit of righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness all grow out of contentment in God's saving grace. Fight the good fight!

What should be done with a pastor who has been accused of sin? Paul gives explicit orders to Timothy about dealing with elders. In an effort to honor God, the church must hold fast to Paul's orders. When we say that we love God's church, we ensure the pulpit remains God honoring, loving, Biblical and doctrinally sound. 1 Timothy 5 contains the charge from Paul to honor God through sound le...

Pastors play a very important role in the health and growth of the church. Does the Bible say that they should be paid? How do we respect and honor the office of elder? Paul's message to Timothy helps us to gain a clear understanding of what a pastor should be doing to lead a local congregation and how that congregation should honor him through love and finances.

Paul delivers some very important lessons for how the local church cares for its members in need. Ensuring that God's money is stewarded well, that families are taking responsibility for their own, that men are providing for their families, are all parts of understanding church benevolence. And when a member of our church can no longer care for themselves, it is up to us, the church, to care f...