Business books tell us networking is the secret to success. It is not what you know but who you know that makes the difference. In the final verses of Paul’s letter to Timothy, Paul introduces us to his network. We see the different roles they played on his team and how they helped him reach the world with Jesus. God is not just concerned with our faithfulness to Him. He is also concerned with our faithfulness to one another.

2 Timothy 4:9-22 - What Kind Of Person Am I In My Church? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:9-22 - What Kind Of Person Am I In My Church? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:9-22 - What Kind Of Person Am I In My Church? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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One of the toughest races in the world is the Yukon Arctic Ultra. This competition involves running the Yukon Quest Trail in northern Canada in the dead of winter. The athletes run 100 miles around the clock entirely unsupported for days in the extreme Canadian winter. They run on remote unmaintained trails while towing their survival gear on a sled. It is one of the most life-threatening races on the planet. This week we continue our study in 2 Timothy and learn Christian life is not easy. It is like the Yukon Arctic Ultra. Our Christian lives requires a lifetime of sustained and agonizing effort to finish well. Join us as we learn more about what it takes for us to finish well.

2 Timothy 4:7-8 - Finishing Well - Part 2 - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:7-8 - Finishing Well - Part 2 - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:7-8 - Finishing Well - Part 2 - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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In the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the United States men’s 4x100m relay team was favored to win. The athletes on the American team were outstanding. They included Tyson Gay, the man who ran the fasted ever 100m time in the world. The Americans hopes for a gold came crashing down during a qualifying race when the baton pass from Darvis Patton to Tyson Gay went bad. Tyson dropped the baton. The drop was so costly the United States did not even finish the race. It doesn’t matter if you are the fasted 100m runner in the world, if you can’t pass the baton to the next athlete, you can’t win. This week we learn the church is like a relay race. Just as important as running our race for Christ is passing the baton of leadership to the next generation that will take our place. Join us as we learn how to pass the baton of faith to the next generation and finish well.

2 Timothy 4:6 - Finishing Well - Part 1 - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:6 - Finishing Well - Part 1 - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:6 - Finishing Well - Part 1 - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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This week we finish our study on what it means to be a faithful pastor. We will look at the way Paul tells Timothy—and all faithful pastors—to handle difficult seasons when people leave the church to follow false teachers that deliver only people-pleasing messages to tickles the ears.

2 Timothy 4:5 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 3 - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:5 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 3 - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:5 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 3 - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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TopicsCulture, Preaching, Suffering, Evangelism, Ministry

In 2015, Josh Canfield—a lead choir director at Hill Song church, competed as a contestant on the Survivor television show. What came as a surprise was on the show he openly identified as being gay, a Christian, and on staff at Hill Song church. Shortly after the airing of that Survivor season, the church removed him from leadership. He didn’t understand why. He had told everyone in leadership on his campus that he was gay and in a relationship, yet they continued to let him lead because of his vocal talent and stage presence. Why had church leadership turned a blind eye to his lifestyle until it came out on national television? What should the church have done differently? Join us this weekend as we continue in our study of 2 Timothy 4 and learn what it means to be a faithful pastor when the church has become a place of entertainment.

2 Timothy 4:3-4 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 2 - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:3-4 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 2 - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:3-4 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 2 - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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TopicsCulture, Preaching

On September 11, 2001, American was attacked by terrorists that flew planes into the World Trade Center. Thankfully one of the highjacked planes did not reach its intended target. It crashed in a field in Pennsylvania. The famous last words from that flight were spoken by Todd Beamer as he and the other passengers tried to regain control of the plane. They were, “Let’s Roll.” Those famous last words were later used as the rallying cry of the President to inspire America to fight back against Al-Qaeda. Join us this weekend as we come to the final chapter of 2 Timothy and study Paul’s famous last words to Timothy… Preach the Word!

2 Timothy 4:1-2 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 1 - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 4:1-2 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 1 - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 4:1-2 - What Is A Faithful Pastor? - Part 1 - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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TopicsPreaching, Judgment, Judgment Seat of Christ, White Throne Judgment, Rewards

Adam Hamilton is a prolific author and the pastor of a large United Methodist Church in Leawood, Kansas. He was interviewed on the United Methodist web \site about the question, “Do you have to read the Bible literally?” His answer was that sometimes you read the Bible more literally, while other times you read the Bible less literally. For example, he doesn’t consider Adam and Eve to be literal historical figures. It also doesn’t matter to him if Jonah was literally in the belly of a great fish. He believes much of the Old Testament is just an archetypal story. That is a story where we see ourselves, not a record of historical truth. While he believes the New Testament is more historically reliable than the Old Testament, he doesn’t believe it is completely true and can always be trusted. Adam Hamilton’s view of the Bible as sacred story instead of factual history is sweeping across America. Should the Bible be read as nothing more than a story that doesn’t need to connect with historical events? If we were to ask the Bible what it says about itself, how would it tell us to read it and understand it? Join us as we answer the question, “Can I trust my Bible?”

2 Timothy 3:16-17 - Can I Trust My Bible? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - Can I Trust My Bible? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - Can I Trust My Bible? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - Can I Trust My Bible? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsInerrancy

Today it is hard to know what to believe. A recent Gallup pole revealed seven out of ten Americans do not trust the major news networks. The media is seen as a political manipulation machine instead a source of unvarnished truth. Even more prevalent than the deception of today’s media is the religious deception around us. Satan is working hard to draw people away from Jesus. How can we be a strong Christian that is faithful to the end of our life and avoid being deceived? Join me as Paul shows us three pillars for a strong Christian life.

2 Timothy 3:14-17 - How Do I Stand Strong For Jesus? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 3:14-17 - How Do I Stand Strong For Jesus? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 3:14-17 - How Do I Stand Strong For Jesus? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 3:14-17 - How Do I Stand Strong For Jesus? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsBible, Bible Study, Inerrancy, Parenting, Mothers, Heroes

Alwyn Cashe is an American hero from the Iraq War. After his Bradley Fighting Vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb, even though he escaped with minimal injuries, he went back to the burning vehicle seven times to pull his unconscious men to safety before they were consumed by the flames. As a result of his heroic efforts, he died from burns that covered most of his body. All of those burns he received because he risked his life to pull his men to safety. Alwyn is a true American hero. He cared more about saving the lives of others than his own. As Christians, we also need heroes we can admire. We need to know the stories of Christian heroes of the past so we can learn from the example of their lives. Join us as we learn how to follow Christian heroes of the past and how to be one in the present.

2 Timothy 3:10-13 - Why Do I Need Christian Heroes? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 3:10-13 - Why Do I Need Christian Heroes? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 3:10-13 - Why Do I Need Christian Heroes? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 3:10-13 - Why Do I Need Christian Heroes? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsHeroes, Example To Follow

Each week our phone rings with a number we do not recognize. It is usually a robo-caller or a scammer claiming they want to sell us an obscure product, such as an extended warranty on our car. The growth of the Internet has led to exponential growth in the scam artist industry. Through the Internet people reach across the ocean and attempt to steal our money and identity. Learning how to protect ourselves from these scoundrels is an essential part of life in the modern world. Scam artists are not just after our wallet. Some are after our soul. Join us as we learn how to avoid getting spiritually scammed and led astray.

2 Timothy 3:5-9 - How Do I Avoid Getting Spiritually Scammed? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 3:5-9 - How Do I Avoid Getting Spiritually Scammed? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 3:5-9 - How Do I Avoid Getting Spiritually Scammed? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 3:5-9 - How Do I Avoid Getting Spiritually Scammed? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 3:5-9 - How Do I Avoid Getting Spiritually Scammed? - Editable Sermon Notes - DOCX

TopicsFalse Teachers, heresy

In popular conversation we frequently hear about the importance of loving ourselves. People are told to love themselves more. They are told they won’t be able to love another person until they learn to love themselves. We are told we need to learn to love ourselves to succeed in life. While psychologists have beat the self-love drum since the 1960’s, the Bible has a different way of looking at this subject. A focus on loving ourselves spells the death of a relationship with God and with other people. Join me as we learn the danger of self love and neglecting to love our neighbor as ourself.

2 Timothy 3:1-4 - The Danger Of Self Love - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 3:1-4 - The Danger Of Self Love - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 3:1-4 - The Danger Of Self Love - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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The news is filled with conflict. It is one story after another of evil, corruption, and fighting. It is no surprise when bitterness and disputes creep into the church. How are we to handle distracting arguments? What should we do when Christians hurt us or say evil things about us behind our back? In this message, we see what the Bible teaches us about how we can be most useful to Christ and his kingdom when there is conflict in the church.

2 Timothy 2:23-26 - Christians In Conflict - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 2:23-26 - Christians In Conflict - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 2:23-26 - Christians In Conflict - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 2:23-26 - Christians In Conflict - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsConflict, Division, Difficulties

Every good sports team has a deep bench. The team needs players that can step into crucial positions in a moment’s notice. Sometimes bench athletes train just as hard as the starting lineup but see no playing time. What is important is that they are ready to go the moment the coach needs them. As Christians, our life is similar to a second-string athlete. We need to be prepared and ready to play for coach Jesus whenever he needs to call us off the bench. Join me as we learn how to be ready to play an important roles in changing lives.

2 Timothy 2:20-22 - How Can I Be Useful For God? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 2:20-22 - How Can I Be Useful For God? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 2:20-22 - How Can I Be Useful For God? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 2:20-22 - How Can I Be Useful For God? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsHoliness, Purity, Outreach

The Internet gives us access to thousands of Bible teachers around the world. The pandemic forced us to stay home and worship online. For many that was a chance to shop around. It was a chance to experience some of the best communicators in the nation. How do we evaluate them? While they have the applause of the crowds, how do you know if they have the applause of God? Join us as we continue our study in 2 Timothy and learn how to tell the difference between a good pastor and bad one.

2 Timothy 2:14-19 - How Do I Evaluate A Pastor? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 2:14-19 - How Do I Evaluate A Pastor? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 2:14-19 - How Do I Evaluate A Pastor? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 2:14-19 - How Do I Evaluate A Pastor? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 2:14-19 - How Do I Evaluate A Pastor? - Editable Sermon Notes - DOCX

TopicsPastoring, Preaching, Integrity, Faithful, Prosperity Gospel

Last week Tom Brady and the Buccaneers celebrated another Super Bowl victory. While Tom and the players on his team are skilled at football, a Super Bowl victory doesn’t come without hard work and sacrifice. The reward of a Super Bowl championship makes all the sacrifice worth it. As Christians, when we share the gospel, we will be met with resistance by a world that is opposed to Christ and His kingdom. The good news is God promises to reward those who faithfully share the Good News. Join us this weekend as we learn why the reward of sharing the gospel is always worth the sacrifice.

2 Timothy 2:8-13 - The Reward Is Worth The Sacrifice - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 2:8-13 - The Reward Is Worth The Sacrifice - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 2:8-13 - The Reward Is Worth The Sacrifice - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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TopicsRewards, Sacrifice, Gospel, Suffering, Persecution, Perseverance

This past week, one of our nations top athletes announced his retirement. His name is Matt Fraser. For the last five years he is the world champion of the CrossFit games. For half a decade he held the title of the fittest man on the planet. What will Matt do in retirement? Like other famous CrossFit athletes, he will spend his time sharing his secrets of physical fitness. As we continue in 2 Timothy, we find Paul sharing his secrets of spiritual fitness. Join us as we learn how to develop spiritual strength for tough times.

2 Timothy 2:1-7 - Spiritual Strength - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 2:1-7 - Spiritual Strength - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 2:1-7 - Spiritual Strength - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
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TopicsStrength, Endurance, Maturity

One of a soldier’s highest honors is to stand guard at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. If you have visited Arlington National Cemetery, you know how seriously each sentinel takes his duty. The tomb of the Unknown Soldier has been guarded 24 hours a day, 7 days a week since 1937. No matter the weather the sentinels guard the tomb. Even in September 2003 during Hurricane Isabel, the sentinels kept guard. This week we look at an honor greater than guarding the Unknown Soldier’s tomb. We have the honor of guarding the gospel message. Nothing is more precious. Nothing is more valuable. Nothing is worth standing for more than the honor of speaking the truth of what God has done for us through Jesus. Join me as we learn how to guard the true gospel and to avoid being pressured into believing a false one.

2 Timothy 1:9-18 - Guarding The Gospel - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 1:9-18 - Guarding The Gospel - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 1:9-18 - Guarding The Gospel - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 1:9-18 - Guarding The Gospel - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsGospel, heresy

Chick-Fil-A is the most popular restaurant chain in America. Unfortunately there are times when city councils and universities forbid the chain from opening a restaurant in their community because of their Christian beliefs and practices. It is not just Chick-Fil-A that pays a price for identifying themselves with Jesus. Each of us will experience shame and embarrassment when we talk about Jesus in public. How do we find the courage to speak for Jesus when we are shamed for Him? Join me as we learn how the Apostle Paul prepared Timothy to suffer for Jesus in a world where you could lose your life if you spoke about Him.

2 Timothy 1:7-10 - How Do I Speak About Jesus In A World That Is Against Him? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 1:7-10 - How Do I Speak About Jesus In A World That Is Against Him? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 1:7-10 - How Do I Speak About Jesus In A World That Is Against Him? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 1:7-10 - How Do I Speak About Jesus In A World That Is Against Him? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsEvangelism, Suffering

In 1960, James Rodgers was executed by firing squad for the murder of a local coal miner. As was the custom, before his death the state offered to grant one final request. He requested a bullet proof vest! The final words of someone’s life reveal what is important to them. In Rodger’s case, he wanted to live. 2 Timothy is the final letter of Paul’s life. In this short book he teaches us what was important to him, that is being faithful to Christ to the end life. Join us as we learn more about faithfulness to Christ over the long-haul.

2 Timothy 1:1-7 - How Do I Motivate Those I Mentor? - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
2 Timothy 1:1-7 - How Do I Motivate Those I Mentor? - Manuscript - PDF
2 Timothy 1:1-7 - How Do I Motivate Those I Mentor? - Sermon Handout Booklet - PDF
2 Timothy 1:1-7 - How Do I Motivate Those I Mentor? - Sermon Handout With Blanks Booklet - PDF
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TopicsMotivation, Mentoring, Coaching, Discipleship