Category: Feature Talks
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Should the Sabbath be on Saturday or Sunday for Christians?
Sabbath rest is a command. Originally that was on Saturday. Should Christians still do that, or is it now on Sunday, or something else? This episode and blog explores an issue related to the fourth command, to remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.
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What does it actually mean to honour my parents?
Our society tends to dis-honour older people and ideas; we worship youth culture. This is a stain which brings harm. This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) unpacks Exodus 20:12 to honour your father and mother. What does that mean, and how do we apply it today in practical ways?
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The counter-cultural restoration of Sabbath rest one day a week
Rest is an act of war against the powers of chaos. Is that statement too strong, or just right? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) explores the 4th command about keeping the Sabbath day holy.
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What does it mean to not take God’s name in vain?
Attitudes have definitely changed about how we use God’s name. But this is about so much more than swearing or thoughtless chatter. Taking (i.e. carrying) God’s name with you is related to what is doing around the world. This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) explores the third commandment in Exodus 20:7.
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How do I know what my idols and gods are?
Pascal said there is a God-shaped hole within us. If we try to fill it with anything else. That’s at the heart of the first two commandments. Put God first, yes. But there’s also a not-so-common application to do with spiritual war — mostly because we misunderstand the word “gods.” This sermon (also released as…
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From Slavery to Royalty (10 Commandments, Part 1)
Their influence can’t be overstated. The 10 Commandments. But have we lost a sense of their importance or place in our lives? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) is part 1 in a new teaching series. We lay the groundwork and unpack Exodus 19.
