July 24, 2011Passage:  1 Corinthians 7:17-40Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Contentment leads to wise decisions. I. Bloom where you are planted.  (17-24)         A. A principle for decisions is stay put. (17,20,24)                  1.  This is true in marriage.  (10-16)                  2.  This is true in appearance.  (18-19)                  3.  This is true in vocation.  (21-23)         B. A principle can…

July 17, 2011Passage:  1 Corinthians 7:1-16Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Lasting marriage comes from an enduring commitment to one another. I. Dedicate yourself to your spouse.  (1-7)            A. You belong to your spouse.            B. Abstention must be temporary. II. Consider carefully the demands of marriage.  (8-9)            A. Being single has advantages.            B. Being married may be…

July 10, 2011Passage:  1 Corinthians 6:12-20Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Following the will of God protects you from sin’s harm. I. Be smart.         A. Make sure you understand the big picture.         B. You are a part of the body of Christ.  II. Be careful.         A. Your actions have consequences.         B. Let the Lord lead you. III.…

July 3, 2011Passage:  1 Corinthians 6:1-11Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  As royalty, don’t cling to passing worldly things. I. Do not lower yourself to small things.  (1-6)            A. You should not take a believer to court.            B. You should not forget your coming rule.            C. You should not bring shame to the church. II. Do not…