God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Guarding the Church - Season 4, Episode 60
In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Dorrell examines 1 Corinthians 5, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the spiritual health of the church. He discusses the Apostle Paul’s rebuke of the Corinthian church for tolerating immorality, highlighting the dangers of unchecked sin within a faith community. Pastor Dorrell explores the necessity of church discipline not as a punitive measure, but as a corrective act aimed at reconciliation and restoration. This episode challenges believers to reflect on their personal responsibility in upholding holiness and supporting the integrity of the church.
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God's Grace for An Imperfect Church | We Need a Reality Check - Season 4, Episode 57
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell draws from 1 Corinthians 4 to explore the universal need for correction, humility, and self-examination in our Christian walk. Pastor Dorrell challenges us to reflect on our attitudes, reminding us that true Christian character is shaped not by status or pride but by a heart willing to serve, forgive, and grow. Through Paul's heartfelt words to the Corinthians, we are invited to assess where we stand in our faith journey and embrace the transformative power of sincere, loving correction.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | A Call to Grow Up - Season 4, Episode 54
In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 3, Pastor Dorrell examines the Apostle Paul’s confrontation of the Corinthian church’s immaturity. Though rich in spiritual heritage, the church had grown stagnant—marked not by spiritual depth but by division, pride, and indulgence. Paul introduces a third category of people in this passage: not the saved or the lost, but the carnal—those who, though saved, continue to live as if they are not. This message challenges believers to examine whether they are maturing in Christ or simply coasting in their faith, and it emphasizes the urgent need for sanctification through the Spirit, spiritual renewal through the Word, and a commitment to unity in the body of Christ.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | The Wisdom of God - Season 4, Episode 48.mp3
In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 2, Pastor Dorrell emphasizes the distinction between worldly wisdom and the transformative wisdom provided by the Holy Spirit. Highlighting Paul’s intentional reliance on the simplicity and power of the gospel, he challenges believers to abandon worldly ways of thinking and instead operate with humility, discernment, and spiritual maturity. Listeners are reminded that true understanding and growth come not from human intellect but through the Spirit’s guidance, equipping believers to live faithfully and effectively share the gospel.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | The Power of God Over Human Wisdom - Season 4, Episode 45
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, addressing the Corinthian church's struggles with division and misplaced reliance on human wisdom. Through Paul’s teachings, Pastor Dorrell emphasizes the superiority of God's wisdom over worldly intellect and the necessity for believers to root their faith and unity in the transformative power of the Gospel. He reminds the congregation that true success in the church stems not from marketing strategies or human achievements, but from the power of God and the Holy Spirit at work within us.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | How to Destroy a Church - Season 4, Episode 40
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores the critical role of unity within the church, emphasizing how biblical thinking, grace, and humility are essential to maintaining harmony among believers. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, he reflects on Paul's guidance to the Corinthian church, warning against the dangers of division, selfishness, and trivial disputes that can shift focus from the greater purpose of serving Christ. This message encourages believers to foster maturity, reconcile differences, and trust in the Lord, underscoring the profound significance of the church as the body of Christ.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Grace in the Mess - Season 4, Episode 37
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell begins a new series on 1 Corinthians, highlighting the transformative power of God’s grace within the church. Drawing from Paul’s letters to the Corinthians, Pastor Dorrell addresses issues of division, immorality, and cultural influence, reminding us that the church’s true strength lies not in human abilities but in dependence on God's grace. Discover how embracing grace fosters healing, unity, and purpose within the body of Christ.
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