Robert Lewis Sermons

Sermon archives of Dr. Robert Lewis from his time as the Teaching Pastor and Directional Leader at Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Robert is the founder of the well known “Men’s Fraternity” series and “BetterMan” ministry. He has authored several notable books including “Raising a Modern-Day Knight”, “The Church of Irresistible Influence”, and “Rocking the Roles: Building a Win-Win Marriage”.

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  Episode #138

  Pocketbook Principles of Giving

  Aug 17, 202655 min

  Guided Question Does the way you use your time, talents, and money reflect an eternal perspective, or are you still living as though this life is all there is? Summary In this concluding message from 1 Corinthians, Dr. Robert Lewis examines the Corinthian church and finds a striking resemblance to the modern church. The Corinthians were athletic-minded, pleasure-loving, self-focused, biblically immature, and often struggled to bring their faith into everyday life. Their greatest problem was not a lack of teaching but a failure to allow biblical truth to shape how they actually lived. Turning to 1 Corinthians 16:1–4, Lewis addresses Paul's instructions concerning the collection for struggling believers in Jerusalem. He uses this passage to show that money and faith are intimately connected: how we handle our resources can reveal the practical reality of our faith. The resurrection in chapter 15 provides the foundation. Because this life is not all there is, Christians should invest their time, energy, and resources in things that have eternal significance—especially people. Lewis identifies five principles of Christian giving. Giving should flow from a conviction about the resurrection, be practiced personally by every Christian, be planned rather than pressured, be proportionate to what God has provided, and be handled with accountability and integrity. Ultimately, the message challenges believers not to give out of guilt, manipulation, or emotional pressure, but out of a genuine relationship with God and the leading of the Holy Spirit. A living church will cost its people something—time, talents, spiritual gifts, and earthly resources—but those sacrifices become meaningful when they are made with an eternal perspective. Outline The Corinthian Church: A Mirror for Today Worldly, self-focused, spiritually immature, and disconnected from practical faith. The Jerusalem Church in Need Persecution, loss of property and employment, and famine created severe hardship. The Resurrection and Giving The resurrection changes our perspective on life, possessions, and eternal priorities. Five Principles of Christian Giving Giving flows from the resurrection. Giving is the personal practice of every Christian. Giving should be planned, not pressured. Giving should be proportionate to what God provides. Giving should include accountability and integrity. Faith and Money in the Real World Christian giving should flow from the Holy Spirit rather than guilt, manipulation, or emotional pressure. The Cost of a Living Church A healthy, effective church requires the investment of its people's time, talents, spiritual gifts, and resources. An Invitation to New Life in Christ Salvation begins with receiving what God has given through Jesus Christ, followed by a commitment to grow in faith. Key Takeaways The Corinthian Church Is a Mirror for Today Spiritual immaturity can exist even where excellent biblical teaching is available. Faith must move from knowledge into everyday life. The Resurrection Changes How We Live Because this life is not all there is, believers should invest their resources in what has eternal value rather than living only for present pleasures. Giving Is an Expression of Faith Our use of money can reveal whether our faith is genuinely influencing our practical lives. Giving Is for Every Christian Paul says, "each one of you," making giving a personal responsibility rather than something reserved for a particular group. Giving Should Be Planned, Not Pressured Biblical giving is intended to become a deliberate, consistent practice rather than a response to emotional manipulation or guilt. Giving Should Be Proportionate Christians are called to give according to how God has provided, with the Holy Spirit guiding their decisions rather than relying merely on an external percentage. Giving Requires Accountability Paul establishes safeguards for the Jerusalem offering, demonstrating that Christian stewardship should be transparent and above reproach. A Living Church Will Cost Something If the church is going to be effective in the real world, its people must be willing to invest their time, talents, spiritual gifts, and resources. Scripture References 1 Corinthians 15:32, 58 — The resurrection gives life an eternal perspective. 1 Corinthians 16:1–4 — Giving for believers in need should be personal, planned, proportionate, and accountable. Acts 2 — The Jerusalem church experienced remarkable growth after Pentecost. Hebrews — Persecuted believers were encouraged to remain faithful despite loss and hardship. 2 Corinthians 9 — The Corinthians' commitment to help Jerusalem required continued follow-through. John 16:13 — The Holy Spirit guides believers into truth. Ephesians 1:3 — God has blessed believers with every spiritual blessing in Christ. Recorded 11.28.82

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  Episode #137

  Tackling the Tongues Issue (PART II)

  Aug 10, 202627 min

  Guided Question Are you faithfully using the spiritual gifts God has given you to serve others in love, or have you allowed those gifts to remain unused or misunderstood? Summary This episode examines the purpose and use of spiritual gifts, with particular attention to the gift of tongues. Dr. Robert Lewis begins by explaining that spiritual gifts are given by the Holy Spirit to equip every believer for ministry and service. The gifts are not given for personal recognition but to be given away for the benefit of the body of Christ. Because using a gift is an act of self-giving, love must be the motivation behind its use. Without love, spiritual gifts can either be misused or remain dormant. Outline 1. Spiritual Gifts Equip Us for Ministry God gives every believer spiritual gifts so they can actively serve others. No gift is insignificant, and every gift contributes to the health of the body of Christ. 2. Love Must Motivate Our Gifts 1 Corinthians 13 shows that spiritual gifts must be exercised in love. Without love, gifts can be misused or left unused. 3. Understanding the Gift of Tongues Lewis turns to 1 Corinthians 14 and addresses the controversy surrounding tongues. Rather than beginning with modern debates, he encourages listeners to examine what Scripture teaches about the gift. 4. Acts as a Book of Spiritual Transition Lewis emphasizes that Acts records a unique period of spiritual transition as God moved from the Old Testament ministry of the Spirit to the New Testament ministry of the Spirit and established the church. Because of this, the experiences recorded in Acts should not automatically be treated as normative for believers today. 5. The Holy Spirit and the Believer Lewis argues that the New Testament presents the Holy Spirit as indwelling believers when they place their faith in Christ, rather than as an experience believers must seek at a later time. The unusual experiences recorded in Acts occurred within its unique transitional setting. 6. Tongues at Pentecost Acts 2 describes tongues as recognizable human languages spoken supernaturally by people who had never learned them. The gift served as a sign that attracted attention and enabled people from different nations to hear the disciples proclaiming the mighty works of God. Key Takeaways Spiritual gifts equip believers for ministry. God gives gifts so that believers can function as servants and build up one another. Gifts are meant to be given away. A spiritual gift is not primarily for personal benefit or recognition but for serving the body of Christ. Love must motivate spiritual gifts. Without love, gifts can be misused or left completely dormant. Acts records a unique spiritual transition. The book describes God's transition from the Old Testament ministry of the Spirit to the New Testament ministry of the Spirit and the establishment of the church. Acts should not automatically become today's doctrine. The unusual experiences surrounding the apostles must be understood within their transitional context. The Holy Spirit indwells believers at faith. Lewis argues that the rest of the New Testament presents receiving the Spirit as part of becoming a believer rather than as a later experience believers must seek. Tongues in Acts 2 were human languages. The disciples spoke languages they had never learned, and people from different nations understood them in their own languages. Tongues were supernatural. The ability was not learned or practiced beforehand; it was given by the Spirit. Spiritual gifts should point people toward God. In Acts 2, tongues helped gather attention so that people could hear the disciples proclaiming God's mighty works. Scripture References 1 Peter 4:10 — Use spiritual gifts to serve one another. 1 Corinthians 12 — The Spirit sovereignly gives different gifts, and every gift is important. 1 Corinthians 13 — Love provides the motivation for using spiritual gifts. 1 Corinthians 14 — Instructions concerning tongues, prophecy, and public worship. Acts 1:4–8 — Jesus promises the coming ministry of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:1–11 — The Spirit comes at Pentecost, and the disciples speak in other languages. Acts 8 — The Samaritans receive the Holy Spirit in a unique transitional event. Acts 10 — Gentiles receive the Spirit and speak in tongues. Acts 19 — Disciples of John receive the Holy Spirit and speak in tongues and prophesy. John 14:16–17 — Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will permanently dwell in His followers. 1 Corinthians 12:13 — All believers are baptized into one body by the Holy Spirit. Recorded 10.24.82

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  Episode #136

  Tackling the Tongues Issue

  Aug 3, 202656 min

  Guided Question When it comes to spiritual experiences and gifts, are you allowing Scripture—not personal experience, emotion, or cultural expectations—to determine what you believe and how you practice your faith? Summary This episode concludes a series on the ministry of the Holy Spirit by focusing on the controversial gift of tongues in 1 Corinthians 14. Dr. Robert Lewis begins by acknowledging the strong emotions and differing experiences surrounding tongues, but emphasizes that experience can never be the final authority for the church; Scripture must be the final court of appeal. He reviews several biblical observations about tongues: the gift is presented as a supernatural ability to speak unknown human languages, it primarily functions publicly as a sign to unbelievers, it is directed toward God, and it is not a gift given to every believer. Lewis then explains why tongues may have held such prominence among the Corinthians. Their culture had a long history of mystery religions and ecstatic speech, creating a natural association between ecstatic experiences and spiritual depth. Paul therefore had to help the Corinthians separate their cultural understanding of spirituality from the proper biblical use of the gift. Turning to 1 Corinthians 14, Lewis highlights Paul's emphasis on edification, clarity, interpretation, and order. Prophecy is presented as the greater gift because it communicates clearly to the church and builds up believers. Tongues, when used publicly, require interpretation so that the entire church can understand and be edified. Without interpretation, the speaker should remain silent in the gathered church. The episode then follows the historical record of tongues from the New Testament through church history and into the Pentecostal and charismatic movements of the twentieth century. Lewis observes that tongues became far less prominent after the apostolic period, while also cautioning that history alone cannot establish theological conclusions. Scripture, rather than historical patterns, must determine whether God can still give the gift. Finally, Lewis addresses how Fellowship Bible Church should respond to tongues today. He argues that the church should neither automatically reject the gift nor naively accept every claim of tongues as genuine. Because ecstatic speech can be counterfeited or psychologically induced, spiritual experiences must be tested against Scripture. Any public use of tongues should demonstrate the characteristics Scripture requires, including genuine supernatural ability and interpretation. The episode closes with three priorities for church leadership: remain faithful to God's Word, protect the flock, and promote individual spiritual maturity. Outline Why Tongues Are Controversial Conflicting experiences and opinions Scripture as the final authority The Biblical Gift of Tongues Supernatural human languages A sign to unbelievers Directed toward God Not given to every believer The Corinthian Context Influence of pagan mystery religions Ecstatic speech and perceived spirituality Paul's correction of cultural assumptions 1 Corinthians 14: Proper Use Prophecy prioritizes edification Clarity over unintelligible speech Interpretation required Order in corporate worship Tongues Through Church History Early New Testament manifestations Decline after the apostolic period Historical outbreaks Pentecostal and charismatic movements Evaluating Tongues Today Scripture does not explicitly say the gift has permanently ceased Ecstatic speech can be counterfeited Gifts must be tested Fellowship Bible Church's Approach Neither forbid nor blindly accept tongues Require biblical testing and interpretation Protect the church and promote maturity Key Takeaways Scripture is the final authority. Spiritual experiences, emotions, and personal testimony must be evaluated by God's Word rather than treated as proof of truth. Tongues are not a universal gift. Paul explicitly teaches that not every believer speaks in tongues; the Holy Spirit sovereignly distributes gifts according to His purposes. Edification should govern spiritual gifts. In the gathered church, gifts should benefit the body rather than become opportunities for personal spiritual display. Public tongues require interpretation. Without interpretation, the church cannot understand or be edified, so Paul instructs the speaker to remain silent in the gathering. God's gifts must be exercised orderly. Paul's final instruction is to pursue prophecy, not forbid tongues, and ensure that everything is done properly and in an orderly way. History informs but does not determine doctrine. The historical absence or resurgence of tongues cannot by itself establish whether the gift has ceased. Scripture must make that determination. Spiritual experiences must be tested. Not every experience that feels supernatural is necessarily a work of the Holy Spirit. The church is called to test what it encounters and distinguish the genuine from the counterfeit. Church leadership has a responsibility to protect the flock. Testing spiritual gifts helps preserve biblical order while protecting both the congregation and those who believe they possess a particular gift. Scripture References 1 Corinthians 12:30 — Not every believer receives the gift of tongues. 1 Corinthians 14:1–5 — Prophecy is emphasized because it builds up the church. 1 Corinthians 14:6–19 — Spiritual communication should be understandable and edifying. 1 Corinthians 14:20–25 — Gifts should serve God's purposes and lead people toward Him. 1 Corinthians 14:26–28 — Tongues in the church require order and interpretation. 1 Corinthians 14:36–40 — Spiritual gifts must operate according to God's commands and in an orderly manner. Acts 2 — Tongues appear as known languages and serve as a sign that draws attention to the gospel. Acts 10 — Tongues accompany the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Gentile believers. Acts 19 — Tongues are again associated with the manifestation of the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 13:8–10 — The episode considers whether this passage teaches that tongues have ceased. 1 John 4:1 — Spiritual claims should be tested rather than automatically accepted. Recorded 9.26.82

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  Episode #135

  True Love

  Jul 27, 202626 min

  Guided Question How does your understanding of love compare with the kind of "true love" described in Scripture, and what would it look like to live that out in your relationships this week? Summary What does the world really need? While our culture constantly talks about love, this message argues that what the world truly lacks is real, biblical love. Beginning with the observation that love is the "energy of life," Dr. Robert Lewis explains that many of the things people call love—conditional affection, emotional attraction, or lust—are merely substitutes that ultimately leave people empty. Drawing from passages throughout Scripture, he demonstrates that love is central to God's redemptive plan. God's love moved Him to pursue sinful humanity, love fulfills the entire law, love is the goal of Christian instruction, and love is the defining mark of every follower of Christ. The Christian life is not measured simply by knowledge or religious activity, but by a transformed heart that genuinely loves God and others. Turning to 1 Corinthians 13, Dr. Lewis highlights Paul's practical description of "true love." Love is patient, kind, humble, selfless, forgiving, truthful, enduring, and unwavering. Unlike the world's temporary or self-serving versions of love, biblical love never fails because it reflects God's own character. Followers of Christ are called not merely to admire this love but to pursue it as the defining characteristic of their lives. Outline Why the world desperately needs real love False substitutes for biblical love Love at the center of God's plan Love fulfills God's commands Love as the goal of Christian growth Love as the evidence of genuine faith The transformation of John: from "Son of Thunder" to the Apostle of Love The characteristics of true love (1 Corinthians 13) True love never fails Key Takeaways Love is the life-giving force that God intends to characterize every believer. The world's versions of love are often conditional, emotional, or self-serving, but biblical love is sacrificial and enduring. God's love is the foundation of salvation and the motivation behind His pursuit of humanity. Love is the fulfillment of God's commands and the proper motivation for Christian obedience. Spiritual maturity is measured not by knowledge alone, but by growing in love. Genuine love is one of the clearest evidences of knowing Christ. The qualities listed in 1 Corinthians 13 provide a practical picture of how believers are called to live. True love reflects God's character and never fails. Scripture References John 3:16 — God's love moved Him to send His Son for the world. Matthew 22:34–40 — Love for God and neighbor fulfills the entire Law. 1 Timothy 1:5–7 — The goal of Christian instruction is love. John 13:35 — Love identifies Jesus' disciples. 1 John 4:7–8 — Those who know God demonstrate His love. Luke 9:51–56 — Jesus corrects James and John, teaching a better way than anger. 1 Corinthians 13:4–8 — True love is patient, kind, enduring, and never fails. Recorded 9.5.82

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  Episode #134

  Has the Church Lost Its Supernatural Edge?

  Jul 20, 202653 min

  Guided Question How has God uniquely gifted you to serve others, and are you actively using those gifts to strengthen Christ's body—or are you content to simply attend church without engaging in His mission? Summary In this message, Dr. Robert Lewis walks through 1 Corinthians 12, explaining that the church is not merely an organization that runs programs but a living, supernatural body empowered by the Holy Spirit. Every believer receives spiritual gifts—not natural talents—to serve others, strengthen the church, and advance God's kingdom. These gifts are sovereignly distributed by the Holy Spirit and are meant to be exercised for the benefit of the whole body, not for personal recognition or spiritual status. Lewis highlights five foundational truths about spiritual gifts: they are given by the Holy Spirit, they vary among believers, they are distributed according to God's will, they provide believers with a unique place of ministry, and they ultimately call Christians to die to self in order to serve others. Discovering and faithfully using one's spiritual gift gives purpose, identity, and balance to the Christian life. The sermon then addresses the often-debated sign gifts—particularly miracles and healing. While acknowledging common arguments that some miraculous gifts ceased after the apostolic age, Lewis concludes that Scripture does not require that position. Instead, he believes God remains free to grant these gifts if He chooses, though any genuine manifestation must align with the biblical pattern and never contradict Scripture. Examining the New Testament, Lewis distinguishes miracles from healings and argues that biblical miracles primarily authenticated God's revelation, while biblical healings were instantaneous, complete, undeniable, and publicly verifiable. He expresses skepticism toward many modern healing ministries because they often lack these biblical characteristics, while affirming that God still answers prayer and sovereignly heals according to His will. Lewis concludes by returning to Paul's central message: the church flourishes only when every believer discovers and faithfully exercises the spiritual gifts God has given them. A Spirit-filled church is marked not by impressive programs or religious ritual, but by ordinary believers serving one another through the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit. Outline The supernatural nature of the church Five foundational truths about spiritual gifts Discovering your God-given identity through ministry Spiritual gifts require self-denial and servant-hearted living Are the sign gifts still active today? Biblical perspectives on miracles and healing The difference between God's healing and the gift of healing The church's call to use every believer's spiritual gifts Key Takeaways The Church Is a Living Body — The church is a supernatural organism empowered by the Holy Spirit, not merely an institution or organization. Every Believer Has a Spiritual Gift — The Holy Spirit sovereignly gives each Christian unique gifts to strengthen the body of Christ. Your Gift Gives You Purpose — Discovering and using your spiritual gift provides identity, direction, and meaningful ministry within the church. Ministry Requires Dying to Self — Spiritual gifts are never for self-promotion but for serving others in humility and sacrifice. God Is Sovereign Over Spiritual Gifts — While Scripture allows for God to work miraculously today, every claimed gift or miracle must be measured against biblical truth. God Still Heals — Though Lewis questions many modern healing ministries, he affirms that God continues to answer prayer and heal according to His sovereign will. A Healthy Church Is a Serving Church — The church reaches its fullest strength when every believer actively employs their spiritual gifts to serve others. Scripture References 1 Corinthians 12 — Spiritual gifts are given by the Holy Spirit to build up Christ's body. 1 Corinthians 14 — Greater emphasis should be placed on gifts that edify the whole church. Romans 12:1–8 — Present yourself as a living sacrifice and faithfully use your spiritual gifts. Matthew 10:1 — Jesus gives His apostles authority over unclean spirits and disease. 2 Corinthians 12:7–10 — God's grace is sufficient, even when He chooses not to remove suffering. 1 Peter 4:10 — Every believer should use their gift to serve others faithfully. Matthew 16:24–25 — Following Christ requires denying yourself and giving your life away. Recorded 7.25.82

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