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God has clearly said some things are right and wrong. However, some things are neither right nor wrong, but matters of wisdom. How should a Christian decide whether it is wise to get married or not? How do Christians decide any wisdom issue? This message explores the answers to those questions from 1 Corinthians 7:25-31. This message is part of a series on 1 Corinthians and was delivered at Calvary Bible Church of Ypsilanti on Sunday, February 11, 2024.

This is a message by Pastor Brian Jones from 1 Corinthians 7:17-24. It is part of a series on 1 Corinthians and was delivered at Calvary Bible Church of Ypsilanti on Sunday, February 4, 2024.

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We all know that we should forgive other people. But forgiveness is hard. What has God done for us that should enable us to forgive other people? Find out in this message. This is a stand-alone message, not related to any series. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, May 16, 2021.

Teaching God's word is important, an essential function of the local church and necessary for the growth of every believer in Christ. But, who is qualified to teach God's people in the church? Find out in this message. This is message 21 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, June 27, 2021.

Thanksgiving is an important American holiday. It is also an important Christian virtue and practice. But all Christians should be thankful for something important that few Christians actually ever give thanks for. What is that important something? Find out in this message from Ephesians 1:15-16. This is a message from chapter 1 of the New Testament book of Ephesians by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Anyone can claim to be a Christian. But what kind of evidence distinguishes real faith from an empty claim? Find out in this message. This is message 20 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, June 13, 2021.

It is common for Christians to meet others who claim to be Christians. But what do we make of people who claim to be Christians but don't live like Christians at all? Are they really saved? Find out in this message. This is message 19 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, June 6, 2021.

Favoritism breaks God's law, therefore God will judge those who show favoritism. But is there any escape from that judgment? Find out in this message. This is message 18 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, May 9, 2021. https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=u9U8QYgrWsM

Most acts of favoritism are not a violation of any human law, but God says they violate his law. Why is that true? Find out in this message. This is message 17 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, May 2, 2021.

Favoritism is a fact of life. It is a common, human tendency. But, what does God think of it? Find out in this message. This is message 15 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, April 18, 2021.

We live in the world. What relationship should we, as Christians, have to it? Find out in this message. This is message 14 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, April 11, 2021.

Does Easter matter? Why does it matter? Find out in this message. This is an Easter message, developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021.

God is merciful. People should celebrate that, but they don't always. People--even God's people--sometimes resent and respond in anger to God's mercy. Why does that happen? What is God's reaction when his people respond sinfully to his mercy? This is a message from chapter 4 of the Old Testament book of Jonah by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, MI.

When people fail at anything, we tend to try to blame others. Some people do this with God, blaming him for their temptations and even their sins. In this message, we'll see why God is not to blame for our sins. But, even though he's not to blame, we'll see what God did to remove the consequences of our sin from us. This is message 8 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, January 31, 2021. You can take notes on this message online here:https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=e1i4L2WEPwc

God did not give us His Word just to fill our minds with information. He gave it to us, in part, to change us. So, he calls us not to fool ourselves but to actually change in obedience to his word in our lives. That, he tells us, will bring his blessing into our lives. This is message 11 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, March 14, 2021. You can take notes on this message online here: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=vI65jUPlZi9

There are many people in need around us. What are we supposed to do about that as followers of Jesus Christ? Find out in this message. This is message 13 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

Despite the appearance that the world is out of control, God has a plan for everything and he is faithfully working to make his plan a reality. Find out more about it in this message from Ephesians 1:1-10. This is a message from chapter 1 of the New Testament book of Ephesians by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, November 1, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

The Bible teaches that God has a plan but what evidence is there that God's plan is actually working? How do we know that God is doing something in this world? Find out in this message by Pastor Brian Jones on Ephesians 1:11-14. This message is from chapter 1 of the New Testament book of Ephesians by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Yes, God is angry with humanity. But does he have a good reason to be angry? And, if people turn to him, does he continue to be angry with them? This is a message from chapter 3 of the Old Testament book of Jonah by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, MI.

Is God a mean tyrant who uses the problems of this life to torture us for his own amusement? Or, is something else going on when we suffer problems in life? This message explores that question. This is a message from chapter 2 of the Old Testament book of Jonah by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, MI.

This message teaches us that trusting God means doing what is right, even when life takes a U-Turn. This is message 3 in the series, U-Turns, a series about the Old Testament book of Ruth. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Sunday, July 26, 2009.

From the series, "U-Turns." This message teaches us that God will direct you and provide for you when you trust Him through the U-Turns of life. This is a message from chapter 2 of the Old Testament book of Ruth. It was the first message in a series called U-Turns by Pastor Brian Jones. This message was delivered on Sunday, July 19, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, MI.

This is a message from chapter 1 of the Old Testament book of Ruth. It was the first message in a series called U-Turns by Pastor Brian Jones. Sometimes our lives reverse course, forcing us to make a U-Turn. In those moments, we should trust God's plan. This message was delivered on July 7, 2009 at Calvary Bible Church in Ypsilanti, MI.