“Anyone who claims to live in God’s light and hates a brother or sister is still in the dark. It’s the person who loves brother and sister who dwells in God’s light and doesn’t block the light from others. But whoever hates is still in the dark, stumbles around in the dark, doesn’t know which end is up, blinded by the darkness.” 1 John 2:9-11 (msg)
Sermon for Sunday, May 8, 2022
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Gentle Spirit Christian Church
Rev. Paul Turner, Senior Pastor
10:30 AM Eastern – Outdoor Pavilion at Candler Park and via Facebook Live
Today’s Message:
“Everything We Do Bears Witness” John 10:22-30 (MSG)
VS.25 “I told you, but you don’t believe. Everything I have done has been authorized by my Creator, actions that speak louder than words.”
“Summing up: Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble. That goes for all of you, no exceptions. No retaliation. No sharp-tongued sarcasm. Instead, bless—that’s your job, to bless. You’ll be a blessing and also get a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:8 (MSG)
Sermon for Sunday, May 1, 2022
Third Sunday of Easter
Gentle Spirit Christian Church
Rev. Paul Turner, Senior Pastor
10:30 AM Eastern – Outdoor Pavilion at Candler Park and via Facebook Live
Today’s Message:
“Do You Love Me?” John 21:1-19 (MSG)
VS.17 “Then he said it a third time: “Simon, son of John, do you love me?”
“So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it.” Colossians 3:12-14
Sermon for Sunday, April 24, 2022
Second Sunday of Easter
Gentle Spirit Christian Church
Alyce Keener, Vicar
10:30 AM Eastern – Outdoor Pavilion at Candler Park and via Facebook Live
Today’s Message:
“It’s necessary to obey God rather than men.” Acts 5:25–36 (MSG)
VS. 29-32 “Peter and the apostles answered, ‘It’s necessary to obey God rather than men. The God of our ancestors raised up Jesus, the One you killed by hanging him on a cross. God set him on high at his side, Prince and Savior, to give Israel the gift of a changed life and sins forgiven. And we are witnesses to these things. The Holy Spirit, whom God gives to those who obey him, corroborates every detail.’”
“Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.” Romans 12:10
Sermon for Sunday, April 17, 2022
Easter Sunday
Gentle Spirit Christian Church
Rev. Paul Turner, Senior Pastor
10:30 AM Eastern – Outdoor Pavilion at Candler Park and via Facebook Live
Today’s Message:
“What God has Done” Based on Mark 16:1-8 (MSG)
“The cross is the standing statement of what we do to one another and to ourselves. The resurrection is the standing statement of what God does to us in return.” Richard Rohr
“Then, out of nowhere it seemed, two men, light cascading over them, stood there. The women were awestruck and bowed down in worship. The men said, “Why are you looking for the Living One in a cemetery? He is not here but raised up.” Luke 24:4-6
Sermon for Sunday, April 10, 2022
Palm Sunday
Gentle Spirit Christian Church
Rev. Paul Turner, Senior Pastor
10:30 AM Eastern – Outdoor Pavilion at Candler Park and via Facebook Live
Today’s Message:
“The Only Command of Jesus” John 15:11-17 (MSG)
Sermon Verse VS 12-14: “This is my command: Love one another the way I loved you. This is the very best way to love. Put your life on the line for your friends. You are my friends when you do the things I command you.”