Redeemer City Church - Lafayette, LA Redeemer City Church

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp discusses the theme of distinctiveness from the world based on Ephesians 5. He emphasizes that after accepting Christ, there is more to the Christian life than just receiving forgiveness and going to heaven. God has a calling and a plan for each believer. Pastor Aaron highlights the importance of living in the light and not participating in the fruitless works of darkness. He encourages believers to expose the darkness and walk in wisdom, understanding God's will and redeeming the time. The ultimate goal is to be transformed by the gospel and live out our new identity in Christ.
Takeaways
After accepting Christ, there is more to the Christian life than just receiving forgiveness and going to heaven. God has a calling and a plan for each believer.Believers are called to live in the light and not participate in the fruitless works of darkness. This includes exposing the darkness and walking in wisdom.Walking in wisdom means understanding God's will and redeeming the time. It involves being aware of our unique situations and opportunities and making choices that bring us closer to Christ.The ultimate goal is to be transformed by the gospel and live out our new identity in Christ, being distinct from the world for the sake of God's glory and the salvation of others.Chapters00:00 Continuing in Ephesians06:33 Distinctiveness from the World: Living as Children of Light23:13 Being Light in a Dark Culture: Shining the Light of Christ35:46 Rising Up from Darkness: Receiving the Light of Christ

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp discusses the themes of Christian morality and how it is lived out in relationships. He emphasizes the importance of rejecting self-centeredness and embracing righteousness in our interactions with others. Pastor Aaron also highlights the need to imitate God and Christ in our actions, following their example of selfless sacrifice. He reminds listeners that Christian morality is not based on personal beliefs or societal standards but on a solid foundation of Christian theology. Ultimately, Pastor Aaron encourages individuals to actively pursue obedience to God and allow the gospel to transform their hearts and communities.
Takeaways
Christian morality is lived out in relationships and cannot be developed or practiced in isolation.Rejecting self-centeredness and embracing righteousness is essential in our interactions with others.Christian morality is based on imitating God and Christ, following their example of selfless sacrifice.Our obedience to God is motivated by a solid foundation of Christian theology, not personal beliefs or societal standards.The gospel has the power to transform our hearts and communities, leading to a distinctly Christian way of living.Chapters00:00 Continuing the Series: In God's Household02:15 Applying the Gospel to Lifestyles and Relationships10:19 Putting Off and Putting On20:20 Imitating God and Christ in Our Moral Conduct27:50 The Transformative Power of the Gospel in Shaping Moral Behavior

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp preached on the book of Ephesians and its overarching message. He explains that the first half of the book focuses on the gospel and how it saves people. The second half of the book explores how the gospel changes our lives and relationships. Pastor Aaron emphasizes that being a Christian means living differently from the world and embracing a new lifestyle. He highlights the importance of renewing our minds, putting off the old self, and putting on the new self created in God's likeness. The transformation is made possible through the power of God and our willingness to participate in His work.
Takeaways
The book of Ephesians explains the gospel and its transformative power in our lives.Being a Christian means living differently from the world and embracing a new lifestyle.Transformation starts with renewing our minds and putting off the old self.We are called to put on the new self created in God's likeness and live according to His standards.The transformation is made possible through the power of God and our willingness to participate in His work.

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp explores the theme of spiritual maturity in Ephesians 4:1-16. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the New Testament letters' big picture and overarching message rather than focusing solely on the details. Pastor Aaron highlights the need for discernment, selflessness, and steadfastness in growing in spiritual maturity. He encourages listeners to pursue unity in the body of Christ and to speak the truth in love. Ultimately, he reminds us that we are saved by grace and called to live out our faith in obedience and maturity.
Takeaways
Understanding the big picture and overarching message of the New Testament letters is crucial for spiritual growth.Spiritual maturity involves developing discernment, selflessness, and steadfastness.Pursuing unity in the body of Christ and speaking the truth in love are essential for growing in maturity.We are saved by grace and called to live out our faith in obedience and maturity.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Memorial Day02:07 The Big Message of the New Testament Letters04:33 The Application Section of Ephesians07:29 Building Up the Body of Christ12:36 The Body of Christ vs. Frankenstein's Monster20:05 The Problem of Spiritual Immaturity23:01 The Key Qualities of Spiritual Maturity26:18 Don't Be Shocked, Be Transformed34:25 Speaking the Truth in Love: The Foundation for Growth40:03 Conclusion and Prayer

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp concludes the series "How to Read the Bible" by emphasizing the power and necessity of Scripture in our lives. He highlights the importance of responding to God's message in the Bible, just as we would respond to a message from a loved one. He explains that meditating on Scripture and praying through it is a way to respond to God. He provides practical methods for praying through Scripture, such as repetition and composition. The sermon concluded with a time of silent prayer and worship.
Takeaways
The Bible has the power to transform lives and bring about growth.We need the Bible daily, not just on Sundays, to grow spiritually.Reading the Bible should prompt us to respond to God in prayer.Meditating on Scripture and praying through it is a way to respond to God.Praying through Scripture can bring conviction, consistency, confidence, specificity, and simplicity to our prayers.Chapters00:00 The Power and Necessity of Scripture04:29 Responding to God's Message15:21 Meditating on the Word and Praying Through Scripture31:28 Practical Ways to Pray Through Scripture37:40 Affirming and Praising God Through Scripture

In this sermon, Pastor Aaron Shamp teaches the sufficiency of Scripture and its application in our lives. He emphasizes that the Bible is necessary for knowing God, understanding the gospel, and growing in our relationship with Him. The sufficiency of Scripture means that it contains all the words of God that we need for salvation, knowing Him, and obeying His will. Pastor Aaron provides several applications of the sufficiency of Scripture, including knowing objective truth and morality, not adding any other writings to Scripture, and not considering modern revelations equal to Scripture. He also encourages applying the Bible to our relationships in our families, churches, and the world.
Takeaways
The Bible is necessary for knowing God, understanding the gospel, and growing in our relationship with Him.The sufficiency of Scripture means that it contains all the words of God that we need for salvation, knowing Him, and obeying His will.We should not add any other writings to Scripture or consider modern revelations equal to Scripture.We can know objective truth and morality through Scripture.We should apply the Bible to our relationships in our families, churches, and the world.Humility, transparency, and testimony are important in applying the Bible to our mission in the world.
Chapters00:00 Introduction and Mother's Day Celebration00:59 The Necessity and Power of Scripture06:39 The Sufficiency of Scripture in a Relativistic Culture13:12 Applying Scripture to Our Relationships32:43 Transforming Lives Through the Word