As we conclude our months-long walk through Paul’s letters to the Corinthians, Pastor Joel brings us to Paul’s final admonition: “Finally, brethren… rejoice.” In this closing passage, Paul offers a five-fold call to both do and be—a reminder that the Christian life is active, intentional, and shaped by the grace of God.This sermon explores:* The paradox of the cross—God’s power made perfect in our weakness* The difference between temporary happiness and eternal, Spirit-filled joy* How rejoicing enables us to be made complete, comforted, like-minded, and at peace with one another* Why biblical joy flows not from circumstances but from fixing our eyes on Christ* How the God of love and peace remains with us—even in our weaknessAs we remember Advent and the God who is with us, we’re invited to walk in a rejoicing that transforms our hearts, shapes our community, and builds up the body of Christ. May this word strengthen you as you follow Jesus in the power of His Holy Spirit, becoming and building the Christ-centered Kingdom Community God desires.🙏 Join Us for Worship✨ You are invited to join us Sundays at 10 AM for live stream and in-person services. We would love to have you be part of the PLCC community!📅 Stay ConnectedCheck out our links below for more information, and feel free to browse the channel for more content:🌐 Website: https://www.theplcc.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theplcc/📌 Subscribe & Engage👍 LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more biblical teachings and encouragement. Share this message with a friend who needs to hear it!#PointLookoutCommunityChurch #PLCC #Sermon #2Corinthians1311 #RejoiceInTheLord #BiblicalJoy #ChristianCommunity #NonDenominationalChurch #PastorJoel #SundaySermon #BibleTeaching #KingdomCommunity

In this message, Pastor Joel brings us to the final chapters of 2 Corinthians, where Paul reveals one of the central purposes behind his endurance, sacrifice, and perseverance: the upbuilding of the church. Drawing from themes of weakness, grace, and the call to edify others, this sermon explores how God meets us in our struggles—not always by removing our thorns, but by empowering us through them.As we look at Paul’s example, we are challenged to consider how we can build up the people around us. What burdens can we help carry? How can we rejoice in the successes of others? Where might God be calling us to spend and be expended for someone’s soul? This message invites us into the heart of Christ-centered community—one that reflects the love, strength, and grace of Jesus at work in us.In this sermon, we reflect on themes such as:* Paul’s purpose in enduring weakness—for the church’s upbuilding* God’s grace meeting us in our weakness* The call to build up rather than tear down* Rejoicing in the strengths of others* Praying for and supporting one another toward spiritual maturity* Using our God-given influence, gifts, and authority for the good of others* Living out the mission of a Christ-centered Kingdom Community🙏 Join Us for Worship✨ You are invited to join us Sundays at 10 AM for live stream and in-person services. We would love to have you be part of the PLCC community!📅 Stay ConnectedCheck out our links below for more information, and feel free to browse the channel for more content:🌐 Website: https://www.theplcc.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theplcc/📌 Subscribe & Engage👍 LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more biblical teachings and encouragement. Share this message with a friend who needs to hear it!#PointLookoutCommunityChurch #PLCC #Sermon #2Corinthians #ForYourUpbuilding #BibleTeaching #ChristianCommunity #NonDenominationalChurch #BuildOneAnotherUp #GraceInWeakness #Edification #JesusChrist #HolySpirit #FaithJourney

In this week’s message, Pastor Joel explores one of the most paradoxical and life-giving truths of the Christian walk: God’s power is most fully revealed in our weakness. Drawing from Paul’s teaching in 2 Corinthians 12, we look honestly at the thorns, distresses, and challenges we face—those places where our strength fails but Christ’s strength is made perfect.Together, we consider:* What Scripture means by “a thorn in the flesh”* Why God allows weakness, distress, and difficulty in the believer’s life* How His grace meets us when we come to the end of ourselves* What it looks like to embrace weakness so that the power of Christ may dwell in usThis message invites us into deeper humility, greater dependence, and a richer experience of God’s grace as we pursue becoming and building the Christ-centered Kingdom Community God desires us to be.🙏 Join Us for Worship✨ You are invited to join us Sundays at 10 AM for live stream and in-person services. We would love to have you be part of the PLCC community!📅 Stay ConnectedCheck out our links below for more information, and feel free to browse the channel for more content:🌐 Website: https://www.theplcc.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theplcc/📌 Subscribe & Engage👍 LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more biblical teachings and encouragement. Share this message with a friend who needs to hear it!#PLCC #Sermon #2Corinthians #PowerOfChrist #GraceOfGod #ChristianCommunity #BibleTeaching #FaithInWeakness #NonDenominationalChurch #JesusChrist #SundaySermon