Eternal Investments - Sunday Morning August 11, 2024

Investing Eternally: A Sermon on Living for Christ

Pastor Josh from Middletown Baptist Church delivers an in-depth sermon focused on eternal investments, urging listeners to live for God's eternal purpose rather than temporal, worldly distractions. The sermon emphasizes the importance of faith in Jesus Christ for eternal life, living with an eternal perspective, and making investments that matter for eternity. Pastor Josh highlights 2 Corinthians 5 and 1 Corinthians 3, explaining the concept of standing before the judgment seat of Christ and receiving rewards for deeds done with the right motives. The message concludes with an invitation to commit to serving God passionately and faithfully.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:23 The Message of 'In Christ Alone'

00:48 Living with Eternal Hope

01:07 Trusting in Jesus for Salvation

02:33 The Impact of Eternal Life on Daily Living

04:04 Eternal Investments: Today's Sermon

04:20 Avoiding Worldly Distractions

05:16 The Importance of Eternal Focus

05:30 Studying 2 Corinthians Chapter 5

06:03 Living by Faith, Not by Sight

20:07 The Judgment Seat of Christ

33:15 The Bema Seat of Christ: Rewards, Not Condemnation

33:34 Eternal Investments: Rewards That Cannot Be Stolen

34:37 Redeeming the Time: Making the Most of Every Opportunity

35:51 Creative Ministry: Finding Your Unique Way to Serve

36:27 The Crowns of Believers: Rewards in Heaven

37:38 Persuading Others: Sharing the Fear and Grace of God

42:09 Living the Gospel: Actions Speak Louder Than Words

43:29 Investing in the Kingdom: Every Opportunity Counts

46:47 The Heart of Discipleship: Motives and Actions

54:06 The Eternal Perspective: Sacrifices and Rewards

58:12 Invitation to Commitment: Bearing the Cross for Christ

01:02:06 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

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