Wellspring of Life Church

Honoring Others In Worship - 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Even though fashion and style may be culturally conditioned, as Christians we must be mindful of what our outward appearance can communicate. We should willingly adapt our styles to glorify God. Since others are watching us and forming opinions about us, we should make sure that what they see on the outside is a reflection of Jesus on the inside of us.

By Dave Bartlett 

Run From Idolatry - 1 Corinthians 10:14-11:1

The Apostle Paul urges believers of his day to flee idolatry and run to God. His message is a warning to us today to do the same. Our idols may not be the same as in Paul's day but anything or person that has our hearts and worship will lead us away from the only One who deserves our worship. 

By Dave Bartlett 

Learning From The Past - 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

In these first 13 verses Paul is exhorting the Corinthian believers that they have been set free by Christ and they are not to abuse that liberty by giving into their lusts. He retells them of the history of their ancestors in Numbers 11 and how they grumbled and complained about what the Lord had provided for them in the way of manna. They were lusting for meat and wanted to return to Egypt. Paul warns them that having a heart that is not satisfied with want God has given will end up empty, weak and lacking.

By Dave Bartlett

Christian Liberty - Part 3

As believers in Jesus we have been given the privilege of freedom. However, with our freedom comes the responsibility to  share the gospel and to build one another up in the faith. This calls us to live humbly and sacrificially, to set aside our rights for the sake of others.

By Dave Bartlett

Christian Liberty - Part 2 - 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

The Apostle Paul has encouraged the Corinthian believers to lay down their personal freedoms so that others won't stumble. Now here in chapter nine he uses himself as an example of what he has been talking about, what it means and what it looks like to give up his personal freedoms for the sake of the Gospel and for others. 

By Dave Bartlett

New Year Message -2022

As we enter into a new year, we are are reminded from Paul's letter to his protégé Timothy, in 2 Timothy 3 that yes, perilous times will come, in fact they are here but we are to be encouraged because of the goodness and sovereignty of God. We must not allow ourselves to be diminished by whatever difficult and challenging circumstances may come. We are to take God at His Word, live out His Word, love and serve Him more passionately and also love and serve one another in the power of the Holy Spirit. 

By Dave Bartlett

Christian Liberty - Part 1 - 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

We are encouraged to grow in knowledge, it is a God-given window into reality and truth through which we can view life. However, if it is not controlled by agape love, it has the potential to destroy others, rather than build up.

By Dave Bartlett

The Christian And Marriage Part Three -1Corinthians 7:25-40

Whatever your status, regarding being single or married see it as gift from God. Gifts that come from Him are never intended to be kept to ourselves but are to be used for Him, for others, for His service and for His glory. We are to be devoted and faithful to the Lord, committed to His mission. He is to be our passion no matter our position. 

By Dave Bartlett

The Christian And Marriage Part Two - 1Corinthians 7:12-24

The Apostle Paul speaks to the complexities that can occur when believers marry unbelievers and gives directives from God's Word that brings encouragement and hope. 

By Dave Bartlett

The Goodness Of God - Psalm 145, 107

God is...The Original Definition of Good. He is good in and of Himself and is good all the time. Even when our circumstances are difficult and we can't understand why we may be experiencing a certain hardship, we can trust and rest in God because we know He is good!

Bill Middleton