Chris Twilley

On Oct. 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 theses, sparking a reformation. Justification was the big issue in the reformation. In Galatians 3:1-14, Paul defends Justification, an issue in which there can be no compr

Paul confronted Peter because he sided with the Judaizers. Galatians 2:11-21 shows that when the Gospel is threatened with legalism, Christians must be confrontational, not for controversy's sake but for the good of sou

Paul was confirmed by Peter, James and John. In Galatians 2:1-10, he states that his message was consistent with the other apostles. They agreed that he was preaching to the gentiles the same message that they had been

In Galatians 1:11-24, Paul shares his testimony of conversion. He shares with the church at Galatia that he received his message and mission from God and not from man. Jesus still changes lives today.

The theme of the book of Galatians is "Freedom in Christ." In Galatians 1:1-10, Paul expresses his shock that the Galatian Christians were so quickly deserting the Gospel, by listening to the Judaizers. This group had

False Teachers have certain traits. What are the distinguishing marks of a false teacher? As Paul concludes his letter, he gives these distinctives in 1st Timothy 6:3-5. As we come to recognize these, we can identify

In 1st Timothy 5:19-25, Paul continues the topic of elders with a strong warning to not hold a public rebuke against an elder without an investigation or naming the sin.

Some have an aversion to the word "elder." 1st Timothy 5:17-18 says, "The elders who rule well are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching." As we seek to understand this topic,

1st Timothy 4:6-16 gives eleven qualities that characterize a Faithful Minister. This is the second part of this series. This is how you know if your pastor has been faithful to the Lord and to His Word.

Many times, Pastors are judged on the wrong criteria. How do you know if your Pastor has been a faithful minister? In 1st Timothy 4:6-16, Paul gives the qualities of a faithful minister.

Scripture is our authority and Scripture is sufficient to keep us from extra biblical excesses. 1st Timothy 3:14-15 gives us the reason why Scripture is our guide in all matters of faith and practice.

In Luke 15, Jesus tells a tale of a loving father. This man had 2 sons and they each responded to this father very differently. Preached on 4/24/16.

An interpretive issue arises in this passage. Is paul talking about women deacons or the wives of deacons? In 1st Timothy 3:11-13, the rest of the qualifications of a deacon are considered.

1 Timothy 3:8-13 lists the qualifications for a deacon. Deacons are not a board of directors, but servants of the church. They complement the office of Pastor.

This message continues the list of the qualifications for Pastor that are given in 1st Timothy 3:2-7. A man who would serve as Pastor, must be called by God and meet these qualifications.

When Christ was hanging on the cross, there were seven times that he spoke. Each one of these is significant. Theological truths are unfolded as we gaze on the Savior dying for us.

Easter, maybe better known as Resurrection Sunday, is a time to reflect on the work of Christ. As Jesus hung on the cross, there were seven times that he spoke. Each one of these statements is significant.

The Qualifications of a Pastor are given in 1 Timothy 3:2-7. If a man is called by the Holy Spirit, he will meet these qualifications.

A man who serves in the office of Pastor must be one who has been called by God and ordained by a local church. In 1st Timothy 3:1, Paul says, "if anyone aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires t

While the World debates whether to enact the draft for women, God's word is clear that there are different roles by design. In 1 Timothy 2:8-15, Corporate Worship guidelines are given for men and women.