GFBC Hemet Sunday Sermons

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 2:6-8

In this message from Titus 2, Pastor Robbie continues the series on “Believing Means Behaving,” focusing on what it means for younger men to grow into biblical manhood. Drawing a contrast with cultural confusion about masculinity, he unpacks Paul’s call for young men to be self-controlled, exemplary, and doctrinally sound. He also highlights the church’s desire to foster intergenerational discipleship—particularly through “adopting” senior saints into younger families. Key themes: * A healthy church is built on healthy leaders and healthy people—not just strong programs. * God designed men and women to be equal in value but distinct in role and function. * Biblical manhood includes being a provider, protector, and spiritual leader (priest) in the home. * Young men are called to be: * Self-controlled (especially in areas of temptation and habit). * Examples in good deeds and integrity. * Serious-minded (dignified) and able to “read the room.” * Sound in speech, using words to build up, not tear down. * Spiritual growth is only possible by the grace of God, who saves and transforms us through Christ. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Titus 2:6–8  Supporting Scripture Passage  - Judges 16:15–21 (Samson as a warning against lack of self-control)  Application Scripture Passage  - James 1:22–25  Questions to consider: 1. In what areas of my life do I lack self-control or keep making excuses? 2. Would it be safe for a younger believer to “follow me as I follow Christ” in my speech, work ethic, and relationships? 3. How is God’s grace inviting me to take a next step toward mature, Christlike manhood (or to support men in that calling)?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 2:3-5

In this message from Titus 2, Pastor Robbie unpacks God’s design for older and younger women in the church. On a culture-contrasting Mother’s Day text, he shows how Paul calls older women to a life of reverence and self-control so that they can disciple younger women to love their husbands, love their children, and flourish in their God-given roles at home and in the church. Key themes: * Titus is charged to “set in order” the churches in Crete, beginning with godly leadership and then godly men and women. * Older women have a primary ministry in the church: discipling younger women. * Character before ministry: older women must be reverent, not slanderers, not addicted to much wine, and able to teach what is good. * Younger women need to be taught how to love their husbands and children, to be sensible, pure, devoted to their homes, kind, and respectfully submitted to their husbands. * All of this has a gospel purpose: so that God’s Word is not dishonored and Christ looks attractive to the watching world. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Titus 2:1–5  Supporting Scripture Passage  - 1 Thessalonians 2:7–8  Application Scripture Passage  - Proverbs 31:25–31  Questions to consider: 1. If you are an older woman, are you cultivating the character Paul describes so you can pour into younger women? 2. If you are a younger woman, are you seeking out an older, godly woman to help you grow in loving your family and ordering your life? 3. How might your home, relationships, and speech better reflect the gospel so that God’s Word is honored in your everyday life?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 2:2

In this message, Pastor Robbie connects Communion, the joy of the gospel, and the call for a “healthy church” from Titus 2. He reminds us that the Lord’s Supper is not only a time to remember and reflect, but also to rejoice that we were lost and are now found in Christ. From there, he shows that a truly healthy church doesn’t start with programs, but with godly people—especially older men—whose lives match what they believe. Key themes: * Communion is a time to remember Christ’s sacrifice, reflect on our hearts, and rejoice that we are saved by grace alone. * Luke 15 shows our lostness (sheep, coin, prodigal son) and the joy of heaven when God saves sinners. * A healthy church is not defined by ministries and programs but by the character of its people. * The future of the church is the youth, but the stability and foundation of the church are the older saints. * Older men are called to be temperate, dignified, sensible, sound in faith, love, and perseverance (Titus 2:2). * Daniel 6 gives a living example of an older man who finishes well, remaining faithful under pressure. * Younger men should actively seek out and learn from older, godly men; older men should view later years as prime time for kingdom investment, not spiritual retirement. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Titus 2:1–2  Supporting Scripture Passage  - Luke 15:1–24  Application Scripture Passage  - Daniel 6:1–23  Questions to consider: 1. If someone watched my daily life, what picture of God would they see? 2. Older men: do these Titus 2 qualities describe me? Where do I need to grow? 3. Younger men: am I intentionally seeking older, godly men to learn from and imitate? 4. Do I approach Communion as a mere ritual, or as a time to remember, reflect, and truly rejoice in the gospel?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 1:10-16

In this message from Titus 1, Pastor Robbie connects the church’s call to send missionaries with the call to guard the church through sound doctrine. Using Dave and Julie’s upcoming move to South America as a real-life example, he shows how healthy doctrine fuels mission—and how false teaching can stunt spiritual growth. Key themes: * The church’s role is to send workers so people can hear the gospel and be saved. * Elders must hold firmly to “sound doctrine” (healthy teaching) and be able to refute error. * What we believe (doctrine) should always shape how we live (behavior). * False teachers often sound spiritual but distort core truths and harm God’s people. * Every believer must be in the Word regularly to grow and to discern truth from error. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Titus 1:5–16  Supporting Scripture Passage  - Romans 10:9–15  Application Scripture Passage  - Matthew 6:25–34  Questions to consider: 1. Am I growing in both knowing sound doctrine and living it out? 2. Where might I be letting unbiblical teaching or influences shape my thinking? 3. What next step can I take to deepen in God’s Word so I can discern truth and help others grow?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 1:5-9

In this message from the “Believing means Behaving” series, Pastor Robbie unpacks Titus 1 and God’s design for church leadership. Because the church is the bride of Christ, leadership matters deeply. Paul instructs Titus to appoint elders who model godly character at home and in the church, protect sound doctrine, and serve like Christ—not as power-holders, but as humble shepherds. Key themes: * Belief always shapes behavior; what we truly believe about God shows up in how we live. * The church is the bride of Christ, being made ready for His return. * God’s plan for church health includes a plurality of qualified elders, not a one-man show. * Elders are called to lead as servants, to guard doctrine, and to care for God’s people. * The congregation’s role is to pray for, honor, and joyfully follow godly leaders. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Titus 1:5–9  Supporting Scripture Passage  - Ephesians 5:21–32  Application Scripture Passage  - Hebrews 13:17  Questions to consider: 1. How does my view of the church change when I see her as the bride of Christ? 2. Do I pray regularly for my church’s leaders and help them lead with joy? 3. Where is God calling me to grow in the same kind of character He requires of elders (self-control, hospitality, faithfulness, love of what is good)?