THE PODCAST

In our Christian freedom, it's easy to focus on our rights and what we are permitted to do. But what if true spiritual maturity is found in willingly setting those rights aside? Pastor Dorrell examines 1 Corinthians 9, where the Apostle Paul uses his own life as a powerful example of deference. Paul gave up his right to financial support, choosing to work and even go hungry, so that nothing would stand in the way of the Gospel's message for the Corinthian church. This sermon introduces the principle of "relative sacrifice," challenging us to consider how we can live for something bigger than ourselves. It is a call to intentionally lay down our preferences and comforts for the well-being of others and the advancement of the Gospel, reminding us that we are running a race not for a temporary prize, but for an incorruptible crown.

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In this message, Pastor Dorrell addresses the complex topic of Christian liberty using 1 Corinthians 8 as a guide. He explores the historical conflict in the Corinthian church over eating meat sacrificed to idols to reveal a timeless principle: knowledge must be governed by love. While we may have the freedom to do something, our choices must be filtered through a consideration for how they affect others. This sermon offers practical guidelines for navigating modern "gray areas," challenging us to exercise our freedom not just based on what is permissible, but on what is loving and edifying to the church body.

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In this message from 1 Corinthians, Pastor Dorrell addresses the common feeling that we could serve God better if only our circumstances were different. Drawing from Paul’s instruction to the Corinthian church, this sermon challenges the idea that we need a new job, a different marital status, or a change of location to be effective for Christ. Instead, we are called to view our current life as a divine assignment. Discover how your workplace, neighborhood, and family are the unique and consequential mission field God has given you, and learn to embrace the purpose you can fulfill right where you are, today.

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Pastor Dorrell examines the challenging and sensitive topic of marriage, divorce, and remarriage by navigating through key passages in the New and Old Testaments. He explains God's original intent for marriage as a sacred, lifelong covenant, while also addressing the difficult exceptions of infidelity and abandonment that arise from the "hardness of heart." Ultimately, this message calls believers to honor the sanctity of their current marriage, offers hope and redemption for those who have experienced the tragedy of divorce, and encourages all to reflect Christ's restorative love within their most intimate relationship.

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Following up on the discussion of immorality in the culture, Pastor Dorrell turns to 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 to address the sanctity and potential pitfalls within marriage. He unpacks the Apostle Paul’s direct instructions regarding physical intimacy, explaining that it is a God-given gift meant exclusively for the marital covenant. This sermon confronts the common but unbiblical extremes of either worldly indulgence or a rigid, joyless abstinence. Pastor Dorrell challenges married couples to see intimacy not as a weapon or bargaining chip, but as a mutual, joyful responsibility and a selfless gift that protects the union from temptation and strengthens the bond of becoming "one flesh" in a way that honors God's design.

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In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Dorrell examines the Apostle Paul's urgent correction to a church that had mistaken Christian liberty for a license to indulge. The Corinthians' catchphrases—"All things are permissible" and "Meats for the belly"—are countered with the profound truths that not all things are beneficial and that we must not be mastered by our appetites. Pastor Dorrell applies Paul's teaching that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit to our modern, gratification-pleasing culture, challenging us to flee from temptation, cultivate self-mastery, and consciously honor God in our bodies and spirits, which are His.

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In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Dorrell challenges believers to consider how their conduct—especially in conflict—reflects on the gospel. Drawing from Paul’s rebuke of the Corinthian church for taking disputes before unbelievers, the sermon calls Christians to prioritize humility, unity, and grace within the body of Christ. With powerful reminders about the cost of petty division and the high calling of our testimony, listeners are urged to walk worthy of the name of Christ, even when it means suffering wrong or choosing peace over vindication.

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In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Dorrell examines 1 Corinthians 5, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the spiritual health of the church. He discusses the Apostle Paul’s rebuke of the Corinthian church for tolerating immorality, highlighting the dangers of unchecked sin within a faith community. Pastor Dorrell explores the necessity of church discipline not as a punitive measure, but as a corrective act aimed at reconciliation and restoration. This episode challenges believers to reflect on their personal responsibility in upholding holiness and supporting the integrity of the church.

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In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell draws from 1 Corinthians 4 to explore the universal need for correction, humility, and self-examination in our Christian walk. Pastor Dorrell challenges us to reflect on our attitudes, reminding us that true Christian character is shaped not by status or pride but by a heart willing to serve, forgive, and grow. Through Paul's heartfelt words to the Corinthians, we are invited to assess where we stand in our faith journey and embrace the transformative power of sincere, loving correction.

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In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 2, Pastor Dorrell emphasizes the distinction between worldly wisdom and the transformative wisdom provided by the Holy Spirit. Highlighting Paul’s intentional reliance on the simplicity and power of the gospel, he challenges believers to abandon worldly ways of thinking and instead operate with humility, discernment, and spiritual maturity. Listeners are reminded that true understanding and growth come not from human intellect but through the Spirit’s guidance, equipping believers to live faithfully and effectively share the gospel.

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In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, addressing the Corinthian church's struggles with division and misplaced reliance on human wisdom. Through Paul’s teachings, Pastor Dorrell emphasizes the superiority of God's wisdom over worldly intellect and the necessity for believers to root their faith and unity in the transformative power of the Gospel. He reminds the congregation that true success in the church stems not from marketing strategies or human achievements, but from the power of God and the Holy Spirit at work within us.

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In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores the critical role of unity within the church, emphasizing how biblical thinking, grace, and humility are essential to maintaining harmony among believers. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, he reflects on Paul's guidance to the Corinthian church, warning against the dangers of division, selfishness, and trivial disputes that can shift focus from the greater purpose of serving Christ. This message encourages believers to foster maturity, reconcile differences, and trust in the Lord, underscoring the profound significance of the church as the body of Christ.

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In this episode, Pastor Dorrell begins a new series on 1 Corinthians, highlighting the transformative power of God’s grace within the church. Drawing from Paul’s letters to the Corinthians, Pastor Dorrell addresses issues of division, immorality, and cultural influence, reminding us that the church’s true strength lies not in human abilities but in dependence on God's grace. Discover how embracing grace fosters healing, unity, and purpose within the body of Christ.

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