Investing Eternally: A Sermon on Living for ChristPastor 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 Introduction00:23 The Message of 'In Christ Alone'00:48 Living with Eternal Hope01:07 Trusting in Jesus for Salvation02:33 The Impact of Eternal Life on Daily Living04:04 Eternal Investments: Today's Sermon04:20 Avoiding Worldly Distractions05:16 The Importance of Eternal Focus05:30 Studying 2 Corinthians Chapter 506:03 Living by Faith, Not by Sight20:07 The Judgment Seat of Christ33:15 The Bema Seat of Christ: Rewards, Not Condemnation33:34 Eternal Investments: Rewards That Cannot Be Stolen34:37 Redeeming the Time: Making the Most of Every Opportunity35:51 Creative Ministry: Finding Your Unique Way to Serve36:27 The Crowns of Believers: Rewards in Heaven37:38 Persuading Others: Sharing the Fear and Grace of God42:09 Living the Gospel: Actions Speak Louder Than Words43:29 Investing in the Kingdom: Every Opportunity Counts46:47 The Heart of Discipleship: Motives and Actions54:06 The Eternal Perspective: Sacrifices and Rewards58:12 Invitation to Commitment: Bearing the Cross for Christ01:02:06 Closing Thoughts and Contact InformationThank you for joining our podcast. Visit our website at https://middletownbaptistchurch.org/ Subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@middletownbaptistchurchde5091Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MBCDelaware This podcast is produced by Ralph Estep, Jr., host of Financially Confident Christian, a daily podcast on Christian Finance you can find it at https://www.financiallyconfidentchristian.com

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