- “Spiritual”
- “About Spiritual things…” (v1-3)
- Reframing gifts (v4-6)
- Diversity and unity (v7-13)
- Diverse gifts
- One source, one purpose
- A parable of diversity (v14-20)
- A parable of unity (v21-26)
- Once more: diversity! (v27-31)
To see the gospel bear fruit in the Inner West and the World as we commit, grow, engage and send.
Sermons on Holy Spirit
Who does Jesus want to include?
Background: Stephen’s legacy is that the Good News leaves Jerusalem (1-4)
Who does Jesus want to save and include in the Church He is building?
(1) Jesus wants the despised (5-8 and 14-17)
(2) Jesus wants the deceived (9-13 and 18-25)
(3) Jesus wants the distant (26-40)
Do we want these people on Jesus’ team, and will we help them join?
Introduction – Weary through worry
Jesus offers:
- A permanent Helper (15-17 and 25-26)
- His ongoing presence (18-24)
- A comforting Peace (27)
- A faith-building Prediction (28-31)