Faith That Serves All

Oct 1, 2023    Pastor Ben Crawford

Welcome to a transformative exploration of the intersection of faith and prejudice. We all carry inherent biases that tint our perspective of the world and, yes, even our understanding of faith. But what if we could shed these prejudiced lenses and see each other with the impartiality that God calls for in our faith? This is the vital question we address today.


Drawing wisdom from the words of James 2:1-13, we explore how the Bible calls us to treat everyone with the same love and respect, regardless of their socio-economic status or ethnic background. We also dive into the teachings of John MacArthur, who reminds us that Jesus, during His time on earth, showed no favoritism. This is a stark contrast to the favoritism often seen in our religious institutions today. We examine our own inherent prejudices and challenge ourselves to transcend them, just as God intends for us.


As we close this enlightening sermon, we remind ourselves to reflect on God's mercy in our lives, caring for the poor, and showing no favoritism. We discuss how we were saved not by our works but by the grace of God and how our transformed lives should be a reflection of God's mercy. The goal is to live impartially, love abundantly, and walk in faith. So, buckle up for this spiritual journey and let's together navigate these vital lessons.