Sunday Messages at Calvary Bible Church

What are the practices of a Gospel-Shaped Community? Action # 1: Restore Gently (1), “…Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness…” (1) Action # 2: Carry Burdens (2-5), “…Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ…” (2)

How do we preserve our Gospel Freedom? - Recognize the Battle Within (vv. 16–18). “For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit… these are opposed to each other” (17) - Reject the Works of the Flesh (vv. 19–21) “the works of the flesh are evident…those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” (19, 21) - Reflect the Character of Christ (vv. 22–24) “…those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.” (24) - Remain in Step with the Spirit (vv. 25–26) “If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.” (25)

How Do We Steward Our Gospel Freedom? - Distinguishing Truth from Error (6-12), “…a little leaven leavens the whole lump…” (9). - Demonstrating Obedience with Love (6, 13-15), “…but only faith working through love…love your neighbor…” (6,14).