Category: Sermons

Across culture, trust in church leadership is at an all-time low. What do mercy and justice look like in regard to the eldership of a church? This week, we explore 1 Timothy 5:17-21 and the apostle’s rule for those who “rule.” Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon … Continue reading Rules for Ruling

In pastoral ministry, what makes a man a “good servant of Christ Jesus”? This week we explore 1 Timothy 4:11-16 and complete our list of nine attributes that mark a faithful elder and his minist Due to technical difficulties, the first few minutes of the sermon were not recorded. We apologize for any inconvenience. Preached … Continue reading How to Be a Good Servant (Part 2)

As an under-shepherd, a pastor’s sole aim should be to please the Good Shepherd. So how can leaders in the church—and all of us—be “good servants”? This week we dive into Paul’s instructions in 1 Timothy 4:6-10 and learn about the key practices of godliness that should mark the life of a faithful minister. Preached … Continue reading How to Be a Good Servant (Part 1)

If salvation is personal, what is the purpose of the corporate church? The Apostle Paul gives us insight regarding this relevant question in 1 TImothy 3:14-16 and his description of the church of the living God and the truth it supports, the “mystery of godliness.” Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on … Continue reading Why Church?

In part 5 of the series House Rules from 1 Timothy, Alex Kocman addresses the qualifications for pastors and elders outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7. Paul’s portrait of a godly patriarch gives us a base model for servant leadership in the home and a blueprint for service in the church. We follow the text and … Continue reading Godly Patriarchy

In 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Paul commands prayer within the church, giving us three traits of gospel-centered prayer—for leaders, the lost, and laborers. Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon page.

Alex Kocman begins the series “House Rules” in 1 Timothy with a focus on 1:1-11 and the minister’s call, aim, and methods. Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon page · Sermon notes (PDF).

Alex Kocman preaches from Philippians 2:12-18 as we learn what it means to work out our salvation and trust God. Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon page.

Alex Kocman preaches on Philippians 2:1-11 and the humility and exaltation of Jesus Christ. What do we learn about humility and Jesus from this passage? Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon page.

Alex Kocman brings a sermon from God's Word on James 1:19-27 and the effects of God's Word in our lives. He discusses anger, which does not accomplish the righteousness of God, and how to obey God's Word. Preached at Faith Bible Fellowship Church of York. Listen on the Faith BFC sermon page.