What does it mean to truly preach God's Word? In this eye-opening message, we dive deep into the first distinctive of our church: expository preaching. This isn't just a style preference—it's a biblical mandate that shapes everything we do.

We begin by examining different approaches to preaching found in churches today. From entertaining anecdotal messages to biographical sketches, from topic-driven sermons to text-adjacent teachings—each approach carries strengths and potential pitfalls. But expository preaching stands apart by making the main point of Scripture the main point of the sermon, allowing God's Word to speak directly rather than filtering it through human opinion.

Paul's solemn charge to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:1-5 forms the backbone of this message. This wasn't casual advice but a deathbed command given "in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus." The urgency is clear: preach the word faithfully because people will naturally drift toward teachers who tell them what they want to hear rather than what they need to hear.

True biblical preaching requires balance—correcting, training, and encouraging with complete patience. Whether you're a church leader, family shepherd, or simply a friend speaking truth in love, this approach prevents both pride and despair by anchoring everything in the gospel. The goal isn't impressive sermons but transformed lives through understanding God's Word.

The world constantly pulls our attention toward comfortable messages that affirm our desires rather than challenge our hearts. But God's Word, faithfully explained and applied, provides the only path to genuine transformation. Join us as we commit to being a church where the Bible speaks clearly and where we respond with humility and obedience.