Sincere Faith: Character Before Calling (1 Timothy 3)

On May 3, Pastor Jeff McLain preached at River Corner Church on 1 Timothy 3, exploring sincere faith, character-based leadership, and spiritual formation.Pastor Jeff continues the Sincere Faith series with a teaching through 1 Timothy 3, examining Paul’s vision for leadership, integrity, and the household of God. This message explores how sincere faith is formed through healthy church community, faithful relationships, tested character, and everyday integrity. Looking closely at overseers, deacons, and the role of spiritual influence, the sermon challenges modern ideas of leadership built on charisma and platform and instead points listeners toward maturity, accountability, and resilient faith lived out in ordinary life.Pastor Jeff serves as Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and pastors River Corner Church. He writes and teaches on spiritual formation, simple faith, Sabbath, and the practices that cultivate a sincere and resilient walk with Jesus.River Corner Church is a simple church community centered on following Jesus through shared meals, prayer, Scripture, honest conversation, and everyday discipleship. The church emphasizes spiritual formation, authentic community, and cultivating unhurried faith in ordinary life.Send us Fan MailSupport the show