The Cross Reorders our Reality // 1 Cor. 4:6-13

Have you ever felt the tension between American self-reliance and true spiritual dependence? Pastor Evan tackles this struggle head-on in a challenging message from 1 Corinthians 4. Through Paul's pointed words to the Corinthian church, we discover how the cross humbles our pride, reverses our values, and reveals God's glory through weakness. Drawing parallels to modern church life, Pastor Evan shows how moving from comfortable spectator to active participant in God's mission requires embracing the cross-shaped life—where true spiritual maturity isn't measured by achievements or comfort, but by faithful dependence on God. Don't miss this timely message about trading our crowns for crosses and stepping into authentic discipleship. Listen now to discover how to move beyond self-reliance to Spirit-led living. Thanks for listening to this sermon from Bethel Baptist Church. If the message encouraged you, we would love to meet you in person this Sunday. You can find service times, directions, and more information at www.betheltopeka.org. And if you would like to support the ministry of Bethel, you can give securely online at www.betheltopeka.org/give. God bless, and we hope to see you soon.