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We are reminded that god graciously gives us a pure object of unity. We are encouraged to soften our grip on the divisions we hold dear.

Our Scripture text this morning is taken from: I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment. For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there is…

1 Corinthians 3:5-9 Blinking is something we all do approximately every two to ten seconds; we only ever realize we’re doing it when someone points it out. (Now you’re probably going to read the rest of the list thinking about it.) But how does our brain manage to keep this process going with no conscious…

Challenged By Our Social Nature which means that we like to know who is in charge, or we like to be in charge. We like to know our rights and want to exercise our rights. The result is that, in all gatherings, social relationships don’t always go smoothly. There is one reality about the church that we…

Controversy, Conflict and Contention The mission trip was filled with controversy and conflict with the unbelieving Jews, and even the believers from Jerusalem about circumcision. Controversy and conflict can bring contention. And in our passage tonight it is contention within. Controversy over circumcision…

The bible shows us the long history of division among all of mankind on the earth. It is so ingrained in us that we immediately begin making distinctions about people once we meet them. While noticing differences among people are not completely wrong (are they safe or unsafe), allowing those distinctions…

45,000 We live in a world that is divided Spiritually. Then even within the divisions there is divisions. Tonight we are going to look at overcoming, scripturally speaking divisions. Study ending in Feb 2021 shows over 45,000 religions in the world. (Insert PowerPoint Religious Divisions) Oh wait, I…

Continuing in Grace. United in the truth of the Gospel. Galatians 2:11-16

1 For you yourselves know, brothers, that our coming to you was not in vain. 2 But though we had already suffered and been shamefully treated at Philippi, as you know, we had boldness in our God to declare to you the gospel of God in the midst of much conflict. Central Idea: We know that there are many…

People are Separated Branches Throughout my life, I have experienced many times when I have felt separated from the joy that I experience knowing I am alive in Christ. Being cast outside of a group of people because of external characteristics is something no one wants to experience. Friends of mine…

"Follow Well Together". Based on 1 Corinthians 1:10-17. Division in the church is like division in the family. If anyone follows the darkness of the world, others are sure to follow. We are called to "follow well" which means to follow Jesus and not earthly desires.

Devotion You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You. Prayer Announcements Addressing everyone involved (God: 5 I acknowledged my sin to You, And my iniquity I have not hidden. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord ,” And You forgave the iniquity…

Perhaps you didn’t know prior to coming this morning, but today is World Communion Sunday. Today is a day that we celebrate the One church, coming together in countries all around our globe united in one thing - our desire to follow and serve our Lord Jesus Christ. On this day churches in countries under…

How to overcome the spirit of division with the weapon of Honour Hello everybody, those gathered here and those watching online on youtube facebook or Kingdomway.ca for those watching online I’d like to ask you to Like comment and share. this really helps us as a church to get the word out to people.…

Opposed by the Jews (finish it up) Opposed (adj) - eager to prevent or put an end to; disapproving of or disagreeing with. (of two or more things) contrasting or conflicting with each other. Have you ever stood or been in opposition to someone, or something? How did you handle it? How has Jesus handled…

Problem identified: Sectarianism After addressing the church that Paul thanked God for (1Cor1:2, 4) who had everything (1Cor1:4, 6-7) who Paul calls for them to be united and faithful until the end (1Cor1:8-9) has a problem, or problems, but they stem back to division. Sectarianism: Excessive attachment…

The book of Proverbs is about how our relationship with God has practical life implications. Today we will looking at more implications for how our relationship with God impacts how we deal with conflict. 32 Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes…

15 “Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother. 16 But if he will not hear, take with you one or two more, that ‘by the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established.’ 17 And if he refuses…

Peter speaks about Godly submission to governmental authority.

“Don’t settle for being right, instead be right with people.”

Feast of the tabernacles The background helps us to understand the spiritual significance of some of the things in our passage tonight. I wanted to share some background information about this feast, by the way, this is one of the three feasts that men must pilgrim to Jerusalem each year. (Insert Feast…

Corinth, in Southern Greece We began an introduction to this city and church in last week’s message, from the introduction to the Bible book of 1 Corinthians from the Apostle Paul. He cared about this church, about this city, and about the people in and outside of the church. This is a church where Paul…

Paul’s strategy Continues From speaking with the commander, to speaking to the angry mob, now to speak to the Sanhedrin council. Paul uses words to make a point and a difference. Along the way will give us somethings to consider this evening. When it comes to Paul and his confidence there is almost an…

Last week we began a series called Family Matters. Family is one of the greatest gifts that God has given to us. It is something that we shouldn’t take lightly. We need to love and cherish our family. Today we want to look at family conflict. How many here likes dealing with conflict? Anyone. None of…

The followers of Jesus have been confronted by bullies since the very beginnings of the church. But why? And how should we respond? Join us as we explore Acts 4, the first encounter between bullies and boldness for the church.