False Teaching

Oppressive Leaders | Micah 3 |
Too often we hear stories of corrupt, abusive, and oppressive leaders. People who use power in evil and destructive ways. Does God care? In this message from Micah 3 we hear what God will do about oppressive leaders—and the good news of a different kind of leader. Outline Devouring justice (vv1-4) Disgrace prophets (vv5-8) Justice from God (vv9-12) Serving under-shepherd (1 Peter 5:1-4)

Growing to Maturity | Ephesians 4:7-16 |
What does a strong, healthy, mature Christian life and church look like? This sermon was recorded during Gympie Presbyterian Church’s first in-person gathering after 17 weeks of ‘gathering’ online. Outline Christ’s generous victory (v7-10) Christ’s gifts (v11) To grow to maturity (vv12-16) (In the introduction to this message, this podcast episode from Reach Australia was referenced.)

Out of the Shadows | Colossians 2:16-23 |
Saying ’no’ can feel spiritual - I can’t eat that, I can’t do that today - but does it help us know God in Christ? Outline Don’t be judged …because of shadows (vv16-17) …because of false religion (vv18-19) Since Christ brings life (vv20-23) Mark 7

Delayed Gratification | 1 Timothy 6:17-21 |
Waiting for lasting wealth (vv17-19) Waiting for lasting truth (vv20-21) Will you wait for something better?

Truth’s Goal | 1 Timothy 1:1-11 |
The gospel in Ephesus (vv1-3) Acts 18-20 The problem in Ephesus (vv4-11) Myths and Genealogies Unlawful use of the law Speaking hard-truths in love