Galena Bible Church

Hebrews: So Great A Salvation

"How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation?" Hebrews 2:3When
was the last time you were in awe of the work of Christ for your
salvation? Seriously, how long has it been. We wonder why we don't see
the empowering fruit of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and yet we neglect
to remember the gravity of what Christ has completed on our behalf. In
this message Pastor Chris looks to the book of Hebrews to remind us of
"so great a salvation". Delivered to Galena Bible Church, Sunday May
25th, 2014.

Hebrews: God Speaks

Today we begin a new series on the Book of Hebrews. This book is critical in our New Testament understanding of many of the Old Testament stories and principles. In this sermon,Pastor Chris shares about the opening lines of the book and helps us understand that God speaks. Delivered to the Galena Bible Church, Sunday May 18th, 2014.

The Elder Brother: Legalism is a deadly lie

There is such depth to the story we know as "the prodigal son", but
is the story really about this son? The elder brother is the type of
person that Jesus is addressing in Luke 15. The younger brother could be
labeled as the immoralist, living his life as he wants and wasting the
gifts of his father. The elder brother is the legalist, who has been
doing everything that he's been told to do, yet does not love the
father, and in essence never opening the gift of his father. In
this sermon Pastor Chris Kopp, shares a warning to "those who are near"
to not desire the goat, over fellowship with the Father. Delivered to
Galena Bible Church, Sunday May 4th, 2014.

The Invitation of Christ: Zaccheus was a wee little man

Some children's Bible stories become some familiar that they loose the ability to communicate the power that is contained within them. The story of Zaccheus is one of those stories, yet it contains for us two powerful truths: 1. That "today" salvation can come to those who repent and believe upon the Lord Jesus. 2. That it is Jesus who has come to "seek and save that which was lost".In this sermon, Pastor Chris Kopp delivers a sermon on Christ's invitation to be saved. Delivered to the Galena Bible Church, Sunday April 27th, 2014.

Resurrection: The change in Peter

When Jesus said to Peter, "Simmon, Simmon, Satan had demanded to have
you to sift you like wheat, but I have prayed for you that your faith
may not fail." It must have been an unnerving experience. The
resurrection of Jesus signifies the defining point of our faith. In this
Easter Sermon Pastor Chris Kopp shares the change that took place in
Peter's life as a result of the resurrection of Jesus.Delivered to the Galena Bible Church, Sunday April 20th, 2014.

They will see your good works

When Jesus says things like "This is how they will know that you are
my disciples, by your love for one another." and "Let your light so
shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father
in Heaven." he's saying that our Christian faith will be visible to
those who are not Christians. But He also says "Beware of practicing
your righteousness before men to be noticed by them, otherwise you have
no reward with your Father in Heaven." So how do we know that we are
doing "good works" versus "acts of righteousness". Jesus gave us the
example of Salt and Light. Salt does stuff, but you don't actually SEE
it doing it's stuff. Light illuminates everything, and cannot be hidden
unless its covered up.In this sermon Pastor Chris Kopp teaches on this subject. Delivered to the Galena Bible Church, Sunday April 6th, 2014.

Neediness

To the extent that we know our need for Christ is the extent that we will experience His graciousness. The Rich Young Ruler lacked "one thing" and it cost him eternal live. How are the needs around us connected with God's grace? In this sermon Pastor Chris Kopp addresses these subjects. Delivered to the Galena Bible Church Sunday March 30th, 2014.

Spiritual Friendship

Who do you have in your life that can see things about you that you can't see? David had Nathan. When everything in David's world looked to be going perfectly, there was a spiritual cancer festering in his soul. Nathan called him out when he said, "You are the man!" In this sermon pastor Chris Kopp shares about the Galena Bible Church's vision to be known as "a group of people who love and care about each other."Delivered to the Galena Bible Church Sunday March 23rd, 2014.

Momentary Light Affliction

What does suffering have to do with us, the Gospel, and those around us? According to the apostle Paul, a whole lot. He says in 2 Corinthians 4:17 "For our momentary, light affliction is preparing for us and eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison. In this sermon Pastor Chris Kopp teaches how this passage can be applied in our current circumstances.Delivered to the Galena Bible Church, Sunday February 23rd 2014.

Take the Opportunity

When Mary poured expensive perfume on Jesus' feet and wiped them with her hair, she was taking the opportunity given to her to show how much Jesus is worth. How do we take the opportunities given to us to show the worth of Jesus. In this sermon Pastor Chad Alexander from Lake Jackson TX shares with the Galena Bible Church about what opportunities he sees for declaring Jesus' worth to this community. Delivered to the Galena Bible Church Sunday December 16th, 2014.