You are invited to experience, view or listen to our Sunday morning sermon in one of 5 ways.
1) Participate in our onsite worship service in the GYM which begins at 9:30 AM, SUNDAY at 3757 Mill Street.
2) Watch live on the church Facebook page at 9:45 AM, SUNDAY by going to: facebook.com/srcmarion There are announcement slides and music at the start of the stream while we wait for the right time to join the service in progress. Please “like” our Facebook page for future notifications.
3) Watch the same recording later on Facebook at a time more convenient for you: facebook.com/srcmarion
4) Watch the same recording later on our newly created YouTube channel. Just type in “Second Reformed Church of Marion” when you go to youtube.com Or you can click on this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo3ZNP8OgRarSQXfqzGcn-Q
5) Listen to the audio recording and see sermon outline on our church website: sermons.srcmarion.org
Title: Keeping the First Thing, the First Thing
Reference: Philippians 1:12-18
- Paul’s ____________________ brought focus on Christ.
- Vv. 12-13.
- Our transitions will invite people’s attentions.
- Paul’s ____________________fostered fortitude in Christ.
- V. 14.
- Paul’s known cause may have prompted questions about Christ.
- Paul’s ____________________forwards Christ’s proclamation
- Vv. 15-18.
- No matter who does it or how, be glad when Christ is proclaimed.
Questions for Study:
- Why did Paul take joy when preachers jealous of him proclaimed Christ—though from wrong motives? Does God use Gospel presentations given from unholy motives? Is there any mention of motive in Romans 1:16?
- How does a Gospel or evangelism centered mindset affect one’s view on life’s challenges?
- Can you share a bad experience you’ve had that turned out to benefit the Lord’s work in others and in you?
- How does a Gospel focus help a congregation go through a change of pastors/leadership?