What does the Bible say about how a Christian should navigate the gray areas of life? What do God's glory, other's consciences, and our own well being have to do with how we pursue our liberties?

Three Questions to Ask Before Doing Anything

1. Does this benefit me?

2. Does this build up others?

3. Does this bless the Lord?

The hope of heaven is often what has motivated saints to do great things for the kingdom throughout church history. Heaven boasts of so many promises that believers can stake their claim on despite the many struggles of living in a fallen world today. However, how can dwelling on what heaven is missing actually encourage believers to long for heaven even more so than they do now?

1. God’s Judgement is Reversed

2. The Curse is Reversed

3. Sorrow and Suffering Removed

4. Spiritual Struggle Removed

5. Stain of Sin Removed

A seat at the dinner table implies fellowship and communion. Which table should a believer partake in, the Lord's table or the table of demons? Paul gives the Corinthians and us two choices for which meal to choose.

Two Meals One Choice

1. A Meal to Enjoy

2. A Meal to Avoid

God's people throughout redemptive history have always struggled with the temptation towards idolatry and distrust in God's goodness. So what purpose do records of these examples in texts of Scripture like 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 serve for the believer today?

3 Statements to Ponder

1. We Are a Blessed People

2. We Are a Vulnerable People

3. We Are a Hopeful People

How is a Christian called to run the race of his or her Christian life? Why is it so crucial that we not only run this race, but run to win? What reward lies at the end of this life for the Christian who faithfully finishes this race?

5 Aspects of a Champion's Mindset

- Runs to Win

- Exercises Self Control

- Keeps Eyes on the Prize

- Ignores Distractions

- Fears Disqualification

What would it look like if you were willing to lay down everything to win souls for the sake of gospel ministry? Is there a reward for the believer for investing in the work of the gospel?

Three Attitudes of Soul Winners:

1. No Boasting in Obligations

2. Willing to Lose More Rights to Win More People

3. Believing the Gospel is the Greatest Investment

What does it look like to sacrifice your rights for the sake of gospel progress and kingdom work? Are you willing to set aside preferences so the proclamation of gospel can go forth unhindered? The Apostle Paul gives us three aspects of a kingdom minded gospel minister.

1. The Minister’s Authority

2. The Minister’s Right

3. The Minister’s Heart

Though Christians are entitled to certain liberties, when is it wise to abstain from acting on your liberties? How can abstaining from certain liberties actually be a loving thing to do for a brother or sister with a weaker conscience?

4 Reasons Why It is Wise to Abstain From Your Liberties

- Abstain Because Not Everyone Possesses Knowledge

- Abstain Because It’s Dangerous for Others

- Abstain Because It’s Dangerous for You

- Abstain Because the Honor of Jesus is At Stake