Oct 15, 2023
John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard Thing – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Jesus was troubled, literally tormented, about his upcoming crucifixion. More specifically, he was tormented knowing he would be separated from the Father as he paid the price for the sin of the world. But he also knew this is what he was sent to do to save us.
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- Oct 15, 2023John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard Thing – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Oct 15, 2023John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard Thing – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearJesus was troubled, literally tormented, about his upcoming crucifixion. More specifically, he was tormented knowing he would be separated from the Father as he paid the price for the sin of the world. But he also knew this is what he was sent to do to save us.
- Sep 27, 2023Acts 20:17-35 – I Testify to the Gospel – Rev. Moses Camacho
Sep 27, 2023Acts 20:17-35 – I Testify to the Gospel – Rev. Moses CamachoBy: Moses CamachoSeries: (All)Rev. Moses Camacho gives his farewell sermon from Paul's speech to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20. Though there are good and bad times, the Word of the Lord remains and never changes. The Gospel must be preached at all times and we must be clear on what the Gospel is. There are those who will bring danger to the church and the truth of the Word, to deceive the disciples of Jesus. We must be vigilant to be faithful to the Lord, faithful to one another, and stand firm on the power of the Gospel of Christ Jesus our Lord. First Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 1:17-25 Second Scripture Reading: Acts 20:17-35 This sermon was recorded / live-streamed at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi on Sunday, September 24, 2023.
- Sep 17, 2023Matthew 15:1-20 – “So, Ya Think?” – Walter Scogin, Elder
Sep 17, 2023Matthew 15:1-20 – “So, Ya Think?” – Walter Scogin, ElderBy: Walter ScoginSeries: (All)"Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks." But how do we get good things to come of the heart? Doesn't our mind have to be filled with good things? What is the difference between honoring God and loving one another through our thinking and actions? What does it mean to think with our brain and with our hearts? Old Testament Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34 New Testament Reading: Matthew 15:1-20 This sermon was live streamed / recorded at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, TX, on Sunday, September 17, 2023.
- Sep 10, 2023Matthew 28:16-20 – God’s Mission for the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Sep 10, 2023Matthew 28:16-20 – God’s Mission for the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearSeries: (All)Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear brings a word on God's Mission for the church and how the church was destined to fulfill it. God has a blueprint for how the church was intended to live. But in order for the church to fulfill its mission, we as his saints have been equipped with gifts, capabilities and resources to complete the destined goal. To finish the mission, we must take all God has given us and live into that mission. What is the relationship between the church and discipleship? What is discipleship and what does that have to do with me? Can I be a Christian but not a disciple?Old Testament Reading: Deuteronomy 6:1-13New Testament Reading: Matthew 28:16-20This sermons was live-streamed/recorded at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, TX, on September 10, 2023.
- Sep 3, 2023Ephesians 4:1-16 – God’s Gifts to the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Sep 3, 2023Ephesians 4:1-16 – God’s Gifts to the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearSeries: (All)Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear brings a word on God's gifts to the church and how the church was destined to use them. God has a blueprint for how the church was intended to live. But in order for the church to fulfill its mission, we as his saints have been equipped with gifts, capabilities and resources to complete the destined goal. What is church supposed to be? God has a design for his church, so where do we find it? What are the different types of gifts for people in the church? How were we meant to use them?Old Testament Reading: Exodus 16:2-15New Testament Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16This sermons was live-streamed/recorded at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, TX, on September 3, 2023.
- Aug 27, 2023Acts 2:37-47 – God’s Blueprint for the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Aug 27, 2023Acts 2:37-47 – God’s Blueprint for the Church – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearSeries: (All)Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear begins a word on the design of the church and who the church was destined to be. God has a blueprint for how the church was intended to live and we shall turn our attention to God’s mission for his church. What is church supposed to be? God has a design for his church, so where do we find it? What is it? And how do we implement this heavenly blueprint and design that is for all who belong to Christ’s church?Old Testament Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-20New Testament Reading: Acts 2:37-47This sermons was live-streamed/recorded at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, TX, on August 27, 2023.
- Aug 20, 2023Matthew 3:15-4:11 – To Fulfill All Righteousness – Moses Camacho
Aug 20, 2023Matthew 3:15-4:11 – To Fulfill All Righteousness – Moses CamachoBy: Moses CamachoSeries: (All)Have you ever wondered, "Can Jesus really understand the struggles of my life? When I am feeling the weight of temptation to any sort of sin, can he really empathize?" The short answer? Yes. The long answer? Absolutely. In the temptations of Jesus, he was tempted in a very unique way, but its implications are universal. What does it mean for us to trust God as much Jesus trusts Him? Jesus can empathize with us more deeply than anyone in all Creation. How can we resist temptation as Jesus resisted it?Old Testament Reading: Deuteronomy 6:10-19New Testament Reading: Matthew 3:15-4:11This sermon was recorded / streamed at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, TX, on Sunday, August 20, 2023.
- Aug 13, 2023Luke 15:11-24 – Core Values: Life – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Aug 13, 2023Luke 15:11-24 – Core Values: Life – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearSeries: Core ValuesPastor Chip Blackshear brings a word on what it means to have the final Core Value of Life. Is your faith rooted in trusting God's design of humanity? Do you know that the Lord created humanity in His image? What does it mean to have inherent value and how should that lead us to live with one another? Old Testament Scripture Reading: Genesis 1:24-31 New Testament Scripture Reading: Luke 15:11-24 This sermon was recorded/live streamed at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi on August 13, 2023.
- Aug 7, 2023Ephesians 4:1-16 – Core Values: Relationships – Rev. Dr. Chip Blackshear
Aug 7, 2023Ephesians 4:1-16 – Core Values: Relationships – Rev. Dr. Chip BlackshearSeries: Core ValuesPastor Chip Blackshear brings a word on what it means to have the Core Value of Relationships. Is your faith rooted in trusting God and living in communion with Him? Do you know why the Lord created humanity to live in community? What does it mean to be in relationship with one another and why is it important for the believer? First Scripture Reading: Acts 2:42-47 Second Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 This sermon was recorded/live streamed at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi on August 6, 2023.
- Jul 30, 20232 Corinthians 9:6-15 – Core Values: Generosity
Jul 30, 20232 Corinthians 9:6-15 – Core Values: GenerositySeries: Core ValuesPastor Chip Blackshear brings a word on what it means to have the Core Value of Generosity. Is your faith rooted in trusting God and all that he provides? Do you know why the Lord gives to humanity and calls us to give? What does it mean to be a generous believer, more than just finances? Old Testament Scripture Reading: Exodus 35:4-10, 20-29 New Testament Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 This sermon was recorded/live streamed at First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi on July 30, 2023.
