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著者： Tim Shapley and John Howell
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Welcome to Walnut Grove, your spiritual haven for insightful sermons and engaging Bible study! Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the scriptures as we explore the profound teachings of the Bible. Our podcast is dedicated to nurturing your faith and deepening your understanding of the Word.

Join us each week as we deliver powerful sermons that inspire, motivate, and provide practical guidance for navigating life’s journey. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment, a sense of community, or simply a deeper connection with your faith, Walnut Grove is here to support you on your spiritual path.

Our Bible study sessions go beyond surface interpretations, delving into the historical context, cultural nuances, and timeless lessons found in the scriptures. Discover the relevance of biblical teachings to your everyday life and gain valuable insights that will empower you to live with purpose and grace.

Hosted by passionate and knowledgeable Rev. Timothy (Tim) Shapley, Walnut Grove is committed to creating a welcoming space for individuals of all backgrounds and levels of faith. Tune in, engage with the teachings, and let the transformative power of the Bible guide you on your journey of spiritual growth.

Subscribe to Walnut Grove today and embark on a fulfilling exploration of the scriptures that will deepen your connection with God and enrich your spiritual life.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. キリスト教 スピリチュアリティ ノンフィクション犯罪 聖職・福音主義
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  • Sermon: Holiness in an Unholy World

    Sermon: Holiness in an Unholy World
    2026/06/14
    Sermon Date: 06/14/2026 Bible Verses: John 17:9-19 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new Introduction One of the greatest challenges Christians face is not simply pursuing holiness. It is pursuing holiness in an unholy world. Every day we live in a culture that often celebrates what God condemns. We are surrounded by temptation. Surrounded by compromise. Surrounded by messages that constantly push us away from God. And yet Jesus never prayed for His followers to be removed from the world. In His High Priestly Prayer, Jesus said: “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one.” (John 17:15) Notice the balance. We are not called to escape the world. Neither are we called to become like the world. We are called to live as holy people in the midst of an unholy culture. That is not easy. But it is exactly what Christ prayed for. We Are In the World, But Not of the World Jesus says in John 17:16: “They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.” Christians live in the world. We work here. Raise families here. Attend school here. Build friendships here. But our identity is no longer rooted here. Our citizenship is ultimately in heaven. The problem arises when believers begin to blend into the culture around them. When there is no visible difference. When the world can no longer tell where culture ends and Christianity begins. Paul wrote: “Come out from them and be separate.” (2 Corinthians 6:17) This does not mean isolation. It means distinction. God's people should look different. Speak differently. Think differently. Live differently. Not because we are better than others. But because we belong to Christ. Holiness Is Not Isolation When Christians hear about separation from the world, some misunderstand it. They think holiness means avoiding all contact with unbelievers. But Jesus never lived that way. Luke 5:30–32 tells us that Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners. In fact, the religious leaders criticized Him for it. Jesus replied: “I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance.” Jesus was among sinners constantly. Yet He never became like them. This is the balance Christians must learn. Paul addresses this in 1 Corinthians 5:9–10. He explains that believers are not expected to withdraw completely from unbelievers. Otherwise: “you would need to go out of the world.” We are called to engage the world. To love people. To share the gospel. To serve others. But we must do so without adopting the world's values. Holiness is not isolation. It is influence without compromise. The Word of God Sanctifies Us Jesus prays: “Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.” (John 17:17) The word "sanctify" means to set apart for God. How does God make His people holy? Through His truth. Through His Word. Psalm 119:9 asks: “How can a young man keep his way pure?” The answer: “By guarding it according to your word.” We cannot live holy lives apart from Scripture. The world constantly shapes our thinking. Advertisements shape us. Entertainment shapes us. Social media shapes us. Culture shapes us. If we are not being shaped by God's Word, we will inevitably be shaped by something else. Holiness grows when God's truth becomes the standard by which we live. We Are Called to Shine Jesus called believers: “The salt of the earth” and “the light of the world.” (Matthew 5:13–14) Salt preserves. Light illuminates. Both are most effective when surrounded by darkness and decay. God never intended His people to hide. Philippians 2:14–15 says: “shine as lights in the world.” In a culture filled with confusion, Christians should display clarity. In a culture filled with hatred, Christians should display love. In a culture filled with impurity, Christians should display holiness. People should see something different. Not perfection. But Christlikeness. Holiness Will Often Bring Opposition Jesus warned His disciples: “If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own.” (John 15:19) The more faithfully we follow Christ, the more noticeable the difference becomes. Paul says: “Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” (2 Timothy 3:12) Not everyone will appreciate holiness. Some will mock it. Some will reject it. Some will see it as judgment. Peter writes: “They are surprised when you do not join them in the same flood of debauchery.” (1 Peter 4:4) The world expects Christians to compromise. But holiness means standing firm even when it costs us something. Lot: A Warning and a Lesson One of the clearest examples of living in a wicked culture is Lot. In Genesis 19, Lot lived in Sodom. A city marked by extreme wickedness. Peter tells us: “Righteous Lot was greatly distressed by the sensual conduct of the wicked.” (2 Peter 2:7–8) Lot remained troubled by the sin around him. That is good. His ...
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  • The Weekly Show - Episode 101: Articles of Religion Study (Part Four)

    The Weekly Show - Episode 101: Articles of Religion Study (Part Four)
    2026/06/11
    Join Tim and John for the one hundredth episode, as they talk about The Articles of Religion of the Southern Methodist Church. Articles of Religion Study (Part Four) The Last Study (For Now) Today we conclude our study through the Articles of Religion—for now. Over these studies, we have walked through foundational Christian doctrines: the Trinitysalvation by grace through faiththe authority of Scripturethe churchsingraceand holy living Now these final Articles move into very practical areas of Christian life and church practice: the sacramentsbaptismthe Lord’s Suppermarriagechurch ordercivil authoritystewardshipand truthfulness What’s interesting is this: Doctrine eventually becomes practice. What we believe always shapes: how we worshiphow we livehow we treat othersand how we understand the Christian life itself The Christian faith is not merely something we agree with intellectually. It is something we live. Article XVI — Of the Sacraments (¶141) The Article teaches that sacraments are not merely religious symbols or empty ceremonies. They are: “certain signs of grace and God’s good will toward us.” God uses them to: strengthen faithencourage believersand visibly proclaim gospel truth Two Sacraments The Southern Methodist Articles recognize two sacraments instituted directly by Christ: BaptismThe Lord’s Supper These alone were clearly ordained by Jesus in the Gospel. Other practices such as: confirmationmatrimonypenanceordination may be important practices or callings, but they are not sacraments in the same biblical sense. Sacraments Must Be Used Properly The Article also warns against treating sacraments as: magical ritualsobjects of superstitionor ceremonies detached from faith The sacraments were not meant: “to be gazed upon or carried about.” They are meant to be received with: faithreverenceand obedience Without faith, the outward ritual profits nothing spiritually. Article XVII — Of Baptism (¶142) Baptism is more than a public religious label. The Article calls it: “a sign of regeneration or the new birth.” What Baptism Represents Baptism visibly proclaims: union with Christcleansing from sinentrance into the covenant communityand identification with the death and resurrection of Jesus It does not save automatically. But it points powerfully to the saving work of God. Infant Baptism The Article also teaches that: “the baptism of young children is to be retained in the church.” Historically, Methodists understood infant baptism as: a sign of covenant inclusionGod’s prevenient graceand the responsibility of raising children in the faith Baptism is not the end of discipleship— it is the beginning of a life that must ultimately respond personally to Christ in faith. (Tim) Article XVIII — Of the Lord’s Supper (¶143) The Lord’s Supper is far more than a memorial meal. It is: “a sacrament of our redemption by Christ’s death.” Communion and Faith Believers spiritually partake of Christ through faith as they receive the bread and cup. The Article rejects the Roman Catholic doctrine of: Transubstantiation —the idea that the bread and wine literally become Christ’s physical body and blood. Instead, Christ is received: spirituallytrulyand by faith Communion points believers back to: the crossgraceforgivenessand the unity of the church Not Superstition, But Worship The elements themselves are not to be worshiped. The focus is always: Christ Himself. The Lord’s Supper nourishes believers spiritually when received: worthilyreverentlyand in faith Article XIX — Of Both Kinds (¶144) This Article simply teaches that all Christians should receive both: the breadand the cup in Communion. Historically, some traditions withheld the cup from ordinary church members. But Christ gave both elements to His followers. The gospel is not divided by spiritual class. Article XX — Of the One Oblation of Christ (¶145) This Article powerfully emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice. Jesus offered Himself: once for all. His death completely accomplished: redemptionatonementand satisfaction for sin Nothing needs to be added. The Cross Was Enough No repeated sacrifices are necessary. No priest can re-sacrifice Christ. The cross fully paid the debt of sin. That is why Jesus cried: “It is finished.” The Christian life rests not on repeated atonement— but on a completed Savior. Article XXI — Of Marriage (¶146) This Article begins with a foundational truth: Marriage was instituted by God before human government. Marriage is not merely a social contract or cultural invention. It is part of God’s created order. Biblical Marriage The Article defines marriage as: lifelongmonogamousand between one natural man and one natural woman It also teaches that sexual intimacy belongs only within that covenant relationship. Marriage Reflects Christ and the Church Ephesians teaches that marriage points beyond itself. It reflects: Christ’s relationship with His ...
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  • Sermon: The Holiness of Christ

    Sermon: The Holiness of Christ
    2026/06/07
    Sermon Date: 06/07/2026 Bible Verses: 2 Corinthians 5:12–21 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new Introduction When we begin talking about holiness, there is a danger. The danger is that we start looking primarily at ourselves. Our failures. Our shortcomings. Our struggles. Our sin. And the more honestly we examine ourselves, the more aware we become of how far short we fall. The command of Scripture is clear: “Be holy, for I am holy.” (Leviticus 11:44; 1 Peter 1:16) But if we look only at ourselves, we can quickly become discouraged. We see impatience where there should be love. Pride where there should be humility. Selfishness where there should be service. And so before we consider our holiness, we must first consider the holiness of Christ. Because the more clearly we see His holiness, the more clearly we see both our need and our hope. The true Christian does not run from Christ when confronted by his sin. He runs to Christ. Like a man fleeing a storm into a strong refuge. The holiness of Christ is not meant to drive us to despair. It is meant to drive us to the Savior. Christ Lived a Perfectly Holy Life The testimony of Scripture is overwhelming. Jesus was completely holy. Perfectly righteous. Entirely without sin. Hebrews 4:15 says: “Yet without sin.” Think about that. Jesus faced every category of temptation we face. He experienced hunger. Weariness. Rejection. Suffering. Misunderstanding. Betrayal. Yet He never sinned. Not once. 1 Peter 2:22 says: “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.” Not merely no sinful actions. No sinful words. No sinful motives. No sinful thoughts. 2 Corinthians 5:21 describes Him as: “Him who knew no sin.” 1 John 3:5 says: “In him there is no sin.” The Bible does not simply say Jesus sinned less than others. It declares something unique in human history. Jesus never sinned at all. Every thought. Every word. Every action. Every motive. Perfectly holy. Perfectly pleasing to the Father. Jesus Himself Testified to His Holiness The testimony becomes even more remarkable when Jesus speaks about Himself. John 8:46: “Which one of you convicts me of sin?” No prophet ever dared speak this way. No apostle ever dared speak this way. No saint ever dared speak this way. Only Christ. Imagine standing before your enemies and asking them to point out your sins. Jesus could. Because there were none. In John 6:38 He said: “I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me.” In John 4:34: “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to accomplish his work.” In John 8:29: “I always do the things that are pleasing to him.” Always. Not usually. Not most of the time. Always. Every moment of His life was lived in perfect obedience to the Father. The holiness of Christ was not occasional. It was constant. The Holiness of Christ Reveals Our Need When Isaiah saw God in His holiness, he did not congratulate himself. He cried out: “Woe is me! For I am lost.” (Isaiah 6:5) The closer we get to holiness, the more aware we become of our sinfulness. A dirty room can seem clean in the dark. Turn on a bright light, and suddenly everything becomes visible. Christ is that light. When we compare ourselves to other people, we can always find someone worse. But when we compare ourselves to Jesus, every excuse disappears. His purity exposes our impurity. His humility exposes our pride. His obedience exposes our rebellion. His love exposes our selfishness. And that is exactly where the gospel begins. Not with confidence in ourselves. But with recognition of our need. Christ's Holiness Became Our Salvation The good news is that Jesus did not come merely to show us what holiness looks like. He came to save unholy people. 2 Corinthians 5:21 contains one of the greatest truths in Scripture: “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” This is the great exchange. Our sin placed upon Christ. His righteousness credited to us. The Holy One stood in the place of sinners. Isaiah 53:11 says: “By his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous.” The sinless Christ became our substitute. The righteous Christ became our Savior. The holy Christ bore the judgment that belonged to us. This is why Paul calls himself: “The foremost” of sinners (1 Timothy 1:15). Because salvation is never about deserving. It is always about grace. The Holiness of Christ Becomes Our Pattern Once we are saved, Christ becomes more than our Savior. He becomes our example. 1 Peter 2:21 says: “Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.” Ephesians 5:1 says: “Be imitators of God, as beloved children.” Paul could even say: “Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) The Christian life is not merely avoiding sin. ...
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