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Sermon – 2026/02/08

Posted on 02/09/2026 • Filed in: Sermon Notes • , ,

TITL:  The Message of God Confronts Error
TEXT: Galatians 2:11-14
DATE:  02/08/26
SPKR: Pastor Ryan
INTRO
  • What if your significant other made you a beautiful meal but halfway through said that they accidentally dropped poison in it. No big deal, right?
  • Paul is going to show how dangerous error is in the life of Christians is not handled properly.
1. Error Left Unconfronted Can Lead Others to Stray vs. 11-13
  • “Religious hypocrisy is the worst kind of hypocrisy; it’s the most damaging because it’s the least expected and the hardest to get over.” Todd Wilson (Preaching the Word Commentary)
  • “The Christian church cannot be what it is called to be when ritual, race, class, or other distinctions separate members from each other.” John MacArthur
  • “We can think of hypocrisy as a virus. It needs human interaction to survive; indeed it spreads and thrives on contact. And when it finds the right environment, hypocrisy can go viral and infect a whole community. This is what happened in Antioch.” Todd Wilson
  • “Faithfulness involves more than believing the right doctrine. Right doctrine without right behavior always produces hypocrisy.” John MacArthur
  • Galatians 6:1–2 “Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.”
2. The Gospel Calls All to Freedom v. 14
  • “The problem with Cephas’s [Peter’s] withdrawal from table fellowship with non-Jews was what it communicated about the nature of the gospel. It implied that in addition to what God accomplished for sinful humanity through the atoning death of Christ, people had to contribute something to their own redemption before reconciliation with God was complete and fellowship with other, fully justified Christians was possible.” ESV, Commentary on Galatians
  • Galatians 3:26, 28 “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”
CONCL
  • It is hard confronting people. It’s uncomfortable and if not done well can lead to problems. But let’s be clear if error is left alone it can be damaging to more than just one person.
  • As we walk this path, let’s make sure we do so humbly and conscious of the gospel’s message.
  • Be in prayer as you go into the endeavor and seek the Lord’s wisdom as you do so.
Keys to remember:
  1. Paul knew Peter (and Barnabas).
  2. Paul addressed the error of the moment.
  3. Paul redirected Peter to the Gospel message.
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Small Group Questions
Gal 2:11-14

1. Have you ever seen someone accept something that seemed crazy and saw
it change their life radically? (e.g. maybe a diet, a skill that someone
taught them, etc.) Describe what occurred.

2. What harm could occur if we just left people to think or do whatever
they wanted, especially if we knew it to be dangerous for them morally,
emotionally, or physically?

3. How do you fight against hypocrisy in your own life?

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Sermon – 2026/02/01

Posted on 02/09/2026 • Filed in: Sermon Notes • , ,

TITL:  The Message of God Reveals Truth
TEXT:  Galatians 2:1-10
DATE:  02/01/2026
SPKR:  Pastor Ryan
INTRO
  • Many of us love good mysteries. The way the story unfolds and clues are put together. Because when we feel the truth is concealed, we feel we are missing something critical. That is probably why Christmas and birthdays are a kid’s favorite time of year.
  • The good news is that God does not conceal the truth from us and invites us to know it and Him better.
1. Truth Does NOT Bring SLAVERY  vs. 1-5
  • What the truth does…
    • a. Truth brings ACCOUNTABILITY vs 2-3
    • b. Truth confronts ERROR vs 4-5
  • The gospel is about grace, not merit.
  • Also…  The MacArthur New Testament Commentary…  “Christian freedom is not license. When we become free in Christ we lose our freedom to sin, of which we were once a slave. In Christ, “having been freed from sin, [we] become slaves of righteousness” (Rom. 6:18)”
2. Truth Is FAITHFUL and UNCOMPROMISING to the Calling of the Gospel vs 6-10
  • a. Our SOCIAL status should not influence our calling vs 6
    • Paul respected the other apostles, but did elevate titles or place them above Christ
    • Acts 15:1-29
  • b. The LOCAL church matters in ministry vs 9-10
    • we are a work in progress…. and we need to work to demonstrate grace
    • we must be holistic in our approach to ministry… practical needs, but NEVER neglecting the gospel
CONCL
  • Paul tells us that the gospel is for all people….
    • Careful not to impose cultural standards, only the standards of God’s Word
    • not try adding “conditions” to how a person should live in Christ. God’s Word is clear how we are to live before Him.
  • All are welcome, and to come as you are but we cannot remain as we are. We must continue to grow in the work of Christ becoming more like Him each day.
  • What are you doing to grow in that manner?  What plans do you have in place for accountability to the truth of God’s Word. No man is an island in their walk with Christ.
  • This week reflect on God’s transforming power and praise Him for it. Then pray how God can use your story to tell others about Him.
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Small Group Questions
Gal 2;1-10
1  When we have issues with people, how should we address it?
2.  Why is it important to be on the same page about the gospel message?
3.  Why is the local church so important in the life of all believers?
4. How can you remember the poor in your life?

Sermon – 2026/01/17

Posted on 01/18/2026 • Filed in: Sermon Notes • , ,

TITL: The Message of God is Transformative
TEXT: Galatians 1:11-24
DATE: 01/17/26,AM
SPKR: Pastor Ryan
INTRO
  • The Galatians were facing a faith crisis. They were tempted to follow a false teaching that would lead them to legalism under a Jewish tradition that would bring no life change or hope…
  • What does Paul do? Does he make a theological argument?… No, at least to start, he shares his testimony of life change. He brings them back to the transformative power of the gospel.
1. The Message of God CONFRONTS Our Former Life — vs. 11-14
  • Paul is condemning the tradition of the false teachers (judaizers), NOT Bible teaching, church gatherings, or Pastors

 

2. The Message of God QUALIFIES Us as Messengers — vs. 15-17
  • if you have been saved by the gospel, you can share the gospel
  • When the gospel changes you, it qualifies you for service
  • part of following Jesus is helping others follow jesus

 

3. The Message of God POINTS People to Christ –vs. 18-24
CONCL
  • What makes me qualified to share the truth of God with others?… The answer is the gospel. We do not come arrogantly to others, but humbly as one beggar to another.
  • Sometimes we get so fixed on ourselves that we forget the power of our testimony is that God’s power worked in you for a new life and brought life change.
  • This week reflect on God’s transforming power and praise Him for it. Then PRAY how God can use your story to tell others about Him.
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Connect Group Questions
Galatians 1:11-24
1.  What has been something that you can point  people to, specifically of life change, that has occurred in your life because of the gospel’s work?
2.  What can you do to help yourself feel more qualified to share the gospel?
3.  When someone you know tries to point out something that may seem hypocritical in your life or about your life when you share the gospel, what can you do or say in that situation?
4. Food for thought: Who are you praying for that will come to faith?….  Share (if you can) so we may pray for them as well.
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Sermon – 2026/01/11

Posted on 01/18/2026 • Filed in: Sermon Notes • , ,

TITL: The Message of God Is Clear
TEXT: Galatians 1:1-10
DATE: 01/11/2026
SPKR: Ryan Bump
INTRO
  • Have you ever played the telephone game…  It seems so easy to get a message confused in those games.
  • Background …
    • Author/Audience:  Paul’s letter to the Galatians was addressed to a group of churches in Galatia, a region of present-day Turkey.
    • Paul wrote to counter those who taught that Christians must follow Jewish Law to be accepted by God.
    • One central passage that carries the purpose of the book is “a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ” (2:16).
1 We can know the Originator of the Gospel vs. 1-5, 10
  • How do we know the originator of the message?
  • a. It comes from Christ Himself v. 1
  • b. It Points to Christ Alone vs. 3-5, 10
  • Apart from the gospel, we have no salvation, no fellowship w/ God, no hope!
2 Sharing the True Gospel vs. 6-9
  • 1 Timothy 1:3 “As I urged you when I was going to Macedonia, remain at Ephesus so that you may charge certain persons not to teach any different doctrine,”
  • What we are to share?:
    • a. The True Gospel is not Secretive vs. 6-7 Acts 15:24–25 “Since we have heard that some persons have gone out from us and troubled you with words, unsettling your minds, although we gave them no instructions, it has seemed good to us, having come to one accord, to choose men and send them to you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,”
    • what causes apostasy?
      • some personal crisis, hardship, or loss (a moment of weakness or a root of bitterness)
      • twisted truth
    • b. The True Gospel is to be Accurate vs. 8-9
  • how do we fight apostasy?
    • hold tenaciously to the TRUTH
    • SCRIPTURE must be our final authority
    • here biblical WARNINGS
CONCL
  • We are in need of making sure we understand the value of the gospel….
    • a. Set aside time each day to spend with Jesus to know Him
    • b. Talk to Jesus each day about what is going on in your life
    • c. Ask Jesus to show you people to share the Gospel
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CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS
Galatians 1:1-10
1. What would you do if someone came to you and tried to share a different gospel?
2. What tools or practices have been helpful in determining or finding error in regards to Biblical truth?
3. How do we know when we are seeking the approval of man over the approval from God?
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A Plea For Prayer

Posted on 09/16/2024 • Filed in: General News • , ,

Ephesians 6:19-20  “and pray on my behalf, that utterance may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.”

Principle #1—MISSIONARIES must be on your prayer list.
Principle #2—Priority for missionaries is to COMMUNICATE THE GOSPEL, and not merely to enjoy peace and rest.
Principle #3—Our afflictions are often the DOORWAY to effective ministry.
Principle #4—COMMUNICATION between missionary and support team is huge (to INFORM & MOTIVATE)
Principle #5—When you think of missionaries, remember, we NEED EACH OTHER.

[Reference this Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2faaoIab5-g&t=1850s]

Please remember to pray for our missionaries.  More information is available in the church lobby

 

Jordan & Emily Browning,
Bowling Green Ohio,
Cru Campus Ministry

Doug & Elaine Combs
Bunker Hill West Virginia,
ADVANCE INC Training, equipping local pastors

Kathy Fehrman,
Dayton Ohio,
Tri-M (retired)

Dr. Bobby & Linnet Gupta
Chennai South India,
Hindustan Bible Institute

Tim & Susan Heinrich,
Tracy California,
BCP Church Planter/Pastor

Ben & Abby Howder
South Asia,
ABWE Hospital Ministry (IT Specialist)

Joe & Esther Keim,
Greenwich Ohio,
Mission to Amish People

David & Sonya K.,
Eastern Europe,
Entrepreneur/Missionary Support

Becky McGregor,
Bangladesh,
ABWE (retired)

John & Michelle Morgan,
Harrisburg Pennsylvania,
ABWE Resident Missiologist

Jerry & Mary Robinson,
Mt. Hope West Virginia,
Appalachian Bible College

Earl & Marilyn Shaffer,
Columbus Ohio,
ABWE Muslim Outreach

Jim & Lori Spoto,
Avigliana Italy,
ABWE Church Planter/Pastor

Mark Sterken,
Caribbean and Latin America,
ABWE Training, equipping, resourcing local pastors

Nick & Jill Toothman,
Poland,
ABWE Church Planting

Doug & Linda Wilson,
Global Outreach Mission,
Director of Church Planting & Global Mission

 

[09/16/2024]
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Praying the Psalms

Posted on 09/04/2024 • Filed in: Featured Event • , ,

 

Psalm 130:1-2  “Out of the depths I have cried to You, O Lord. 2 Lord, hear my voice! Let Your ears be attentive To the voice of my supplications.”

 

How to Pray the Psalms…

1. Read a psalm, and meditate on its meaning.

2. Perhaps write down a few notes about what is being said about God, His character, and His Works.

3. Slowly read a verse aloud and pray the things that verse brings to mind… for example…

  • “The Lord is my shepherd”… Lord, thank you for being the Good Shepherd.  Shepherd my life, shepherd the lives of my children. Guide our choices.  Guide my church.
  • “I shall not want”…   Lord, thank you for meeting my needs.  I know these people who are in want, would you please provide for him or her.
  • “He makes me lie down in green pastures”… Lord, I struggle with being so busy, thank you giving me rest.  Thank you for feeding me from your word.  Please strengthen and bless my church Pastor as he teaches us the word of God.
  • “He leads me beside still waters”… Lord, lead me in that decision I have to make about my future. Please quiet the anxious waters in my soul about this situation. I want to do your will. May the turbulence in my heart be stilled by trust in you and your sovereignty over all things.

4. You can continue praying this way until either you run out of time, or you run out of psalm!

5. You are taking the words of the Psalm, that originated in the mind of God, and you filter them through your experiences, back to God.  In this way, the Psalms become a means to give voice to the aches our your heart that, normally, you are unable to express.

 

“The more deeply we grow in the psalms, and the more often we pray them as our own, the more simple and rich our prayer will become.” – Dietrich Bonhoeffer

 

Some Helpful Links…

 

Some Helpful Books…

 

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting Messages…

 

Keys to Memorizing the Psalms

  • Memorize them PURPOSEFULLY
  • Memorize PRAYERFULLY
  • Memorize WHOLE Psalms
  • A Method…
    • 1) WRITE it out on paper
    • 2) READ IT OUT LOAD multiple times per day
    • 3) MARK it up… circle key words, make connections, notes, questions, etc
    • 4) STUDY it… lookup questions, research, read a commentary etc.
    • 5) LISTEN to it… play the audio of the Psalm (see YouVersion app)
    • 6) REVIEW it… Bible memory app (by Millennial Apps)

 

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