Pastor Ralph Douglas West - Now Concerning The Collection | 1 Corinthians 15:58, 16:1-4

Scripture

• 1 Corinthians 15:58

About this sermon

Pastor Ralph Douglas West - Now Concerning The Collection | 1 Corinthians 15:58, 16:1-4 In this powerful message, Pastor Ralph Douglas West explores 1 Corinthians 15:58 and 16:1-4, revealing how the hope of Christ's resurrection shapes our daily lives and our generosity. Paul reminds believers to remain steadfast, unmovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that their labor is never in vain. He then turns to the collection for the saints, teaching the importance of faithful stewardship and giving. Discover how a resurrection-centered faith inspires both unwavering service and compassionate generosity in the life of every Christian. Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces 24,000+ families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr. West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree. He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent’s Park College, Oxford University. Dr. West’s preaching style includes careful explanation of Scripture combined with his signature ability to tell detailed, credible and indelible stories from contemporary life that enrich the sermon and relates to the congregation. He also makes penetrating and specific application of the text to his people. He does all of this while maintaining the vibrant preaching tradition of church and culture in an atmosphere of celebration.

Topics

• Leadership