
Pt. 1 - Irresistible Grace
• Series: CHURCH DNA
In this sermon titled "Irresistible Grace," delivered at Emmanuel Free Methodist, pastor Chris challenges us that the primary cause of moral decline in society is the "resistible church," meaning the church has become less compelling and impactful. Drawing from research and statistics, the sermon highlights the significant decline in church attendance and the rise of the "religiously unaffiliated." The preacher emphasizes that the church should embody irresistible grace, characterized by compassion, kindness, humility, and forgiveness, reflecting the unearned favor and acceptance that Christ offers to all. By modeling such grace, the church can become a beacon of hope and transformation in a morally declining world, encouraging believers to practice self-evaluation, discernment, and non-condemnatory judgment. The ultimate goal is to present a church that mirrors the radical, unearned grace of Jesus, making it irresistibly attractive and transformative.