Wild & Free (Part 2): Apostle, Evangelism, & Mercy
The gifts of apostle, evangelism, and mercy are distinct callings, yet every believer shares responsibility to send, share the gospel, and show compassion.
Sermons
Some weeks Sunday comes faster than the sermon does. These are my manuscripts, as I preached them. Use them, borrow from them, make them your own. Looking for sermons from other pastors? See the Sermon Library.
1 Corinthians 12:7-11 (opens the passage on Bible.com) Wild & Free (Part 2): Maturing Gifts (Prophecy, Wisdom, & Knowledge)
Prophecy, wisdom, and knowledge are Spirit-given revelatory gifts meant to align believers with God's truth and build up the church, not for personal gain.
Romans 12:4-8 (opens the passage on Bible.com) Wild & Free (Part 2): Maturing Gifts (Teaching & Exhortation)
Teaching and exhortation are gifts that faithfully explain and apply God's Word to strengthen and encourage the body of Christ toward maturity.
Ephesians 4:11-13 (opens the passage on Bible.com) Wild & Free (Part 2): Maturing Gifts Pastoring & Shepherding)
Jesus is our Chief Shepherd, and those gifted to shepherd lead, feed, guide, and protect His flock under His authority, whatever their title.
1 Peter 4:10 (opens the passage on Bible.com) Wild & Free (Part 2): Spiritual Gifts 101
Every believer is given Spirit-empowered gifts, rooted in love, meant to build up the church and point others to Jesus.
1 Corinthians 14:1-5 (opens the passage on Bible.com) Wild & Free (Part 2): Tongues & Interpretation
The gift of tongues, both public and private, is a real and valuable way the Spirit builds up believers and the church when exercised in order and humility.