At one point or another, we have all wondered about the big questions of life: “Why do I exist? Is there real meaning to my life? Why is there evil in the world? What is the point of it all?” Far from shying away from such questions, God’s Word faces them head-on and provides answers that many might find surprising. In this sermon, we will join the author of Ecclesiastes on his quest for the answers to life’s toughest questions.

<description>&lt;p&gt;At one point or another, we have all wondered about the big questions of life: “Why do I exist? Is there real meaning to my life? Why is there evil in the world? What is the point of it all?” Far from shying away from such questions, God’s Word faces them head-on and provides answers that many might find surprising. In this sermon, we will join the author of Ecclesiastes on his quest for the answers to life’s toughest questions.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Ecclesiastes 1-3

At one point or another, we have all wondered about the big questions of life: “Why do I exist? Is there real meaning to my life? Why is there evil in the world? What is the point of it all?” Far from shying away from such questions, God’s Word faces them head-on and provides answers that many might find surprising. In this sermon, we will join the author of Ecclesiastes on his quest for the answers to life’s toughest questions.

Trading Vanity for Eternity: The Message of Ecclesiastes

The subject of sanctification often suffers either from neglect or from misuse. Some Christians have been taught that sanctification is optional. Others think that doctrines of justification and sanctification are pitted against one another as opposites. One is sweet and glorious – one is wearisome and laborious. What is the truth about our sanctification? How important is it? How does it work? The answer God gives in Philippians 2:12-13 reveals that our obedience is both a daily necessity and also a marvelous mystery beyond our comprehension.

<description>&lt;p&gt;The subject of sanctification often suffers either from neglect or from misuse. Some Christians have been taught that sanctification is optional. Others think that doctrines of justification and sanctification are pitted against one another as opposites. One is sweet and glorious – one is wearisome and laborious. What is the truth about our sanctification? How important is it? How does it work? The answer God gives in Philippians 2:12-13 reveals that our obedience is both a daily necessity and also a marvelous mystery beyond our comprehension.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Philippians 2:12-13

The subject of sanctification often suffers either from neglect or from misuse. Some Christians have been taught that sanctification is optional. Others think that doctrines of justification and sanctification are pitted against one another as opposites. One is sweet and glorious – one is wearisome and laborious. What is the truth about our sanctification? How important is it? How does it work? The answer God gives in Philippians 2:12-13 reveals that our obedience is both a daily necessity and also a marvelous mystery beyond our comprehension.

Sanctification Dynamics

In context, the danger is false teaching. Assuming you have received Christ Jesus as “the Lord,” the real thrust of this text is the stability of your walk in Him. Your thankfulness externally confirms God’s work internally.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In context, the danger is false teaching. Assuming you have received Christ Jesus as “the Lord,” the real thrust of this text is the stability of your walk in Him. Your thankfulness externally confirms God’s work internally.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Colossians 2:6-7

In context, the danger is false teaching. Assuming you have received Christ Jesus as “the Lord,” the real thrust of this text is the stability of your walk in Him. Your thankfulness externally confirms God’s work internally.

Grateful Stability in Christ

We all often face times of trial and trouble in life. As believers we want to know, how does God want us to respond in the day of trouble? What does it look like to respond with faith even in the midst of difficult circumstances? From Psalm 86, as the king of Israel calls out to God in the day of his trouble, we learn five practical ways to demonstrate faith in the face of difficulty.

<description>&lt;p&gt;We all often face times of trial and trouble in life. As believers we want to know, how does God want us to respond in the day of trouble? What does it look like to respond with faith even in the midst of difficult circumstances? From Psalm 86, as the king of Israel calls out to God in the day of his trouble, we learn five practical ways to demonstrate faith in the face of difficulty.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Psalm 86

We all often face times of trial and trouble in life. As believers we want to know, how does God want us to respond in the day of trouble? What does it look like to respond with faith even in the midst of difficult circumstances? From Psalm 86, as the king of Israel calls out to God in the day of his trouble, we learn five practical ways to demonstrate faith in the face of difficulty.

I Shall Call Upon You: A Prayer of Trust in God

Jesus’ teaching on the Father’s perfect provision for His children liberates us from the shackles of anxiety about our lives. What are we to pursue with this new-found freedom from worry? What is to be the primary pursuit of the Christian? This sermon focuses on Jesus’ command for His disciples to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Jesus’ teaching on the Father’s perfect provision for His children liberates us from the shackles of anxiety about our lives. What are we to pursue with this new-found freedom from worry? What is to be the primary pursuit of the Christian? This sermon focuses on Jesus’ command for His disciples to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Matthew 6:33

Jesus’ teaching on the Father’s perfect provision for His children liberates us from the shackles of anxiety about our lives. What are we to pursue with this new-found freedom from worry? What is to be the primary pursuit of the Christian? This sermon focuses on Jesus’ command for His disciples to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.

First Things First: Keeping a Kingdom Perspective, Part 2

Everything we do at Anchor Bible Church stems from our desire to put God on display. It's why the Bible is preached verse by verse, why we sing songs that reflect the doctrines found in the Scriptures, and why we seek to build each other up to a greater love for Jesus Christ.

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