2026 September 13 Church Service

In this sermon from 1 Timothy 3, Pastor Jim explores why Paul calls aspiring to church leadership a “trustworthy statement” worthy of the same weight as declarations of Christ’s saving work. Drawing on Matthew 16, where Peter’s confession is followed immediately by his rebuke of Jesus, the message highlights the frailty of leaders and the ever-present danger of the devil’s snares. The takeaway is an invitation to see the church as God sees it, to pray earnestly for workers of godly character, and to trust that God can sanctify and raise up the leaders His people need.