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The gospel isn’t just a plan of salvation. It’s a roadmap that guides the rest of our lives.
Through his preaching, Chris is committed to unpacking the gospel and showing its relevance for the most pressing personal and cultural questions of our day. Here are some of Chris’ most-discussed messages. Click ‘play’ to discover how God’s timeless truth can address today’s timely questions.
Forgiveness of Sin Debt
January 14, 2018
Completing and Finishing Ministry Well
October 2, 2016
For Our City: What's Really Broken?
October 23, 2016
By Design: Why Gender?
November 1, 2015
The Authority of Scripture: Is the Bible Too Restrictive?
September 7, 2014
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Counterintuitive
Daily Living by Daily Dying 6 17 18
The Christian life is not so much about going from victory to victory but is rather a daily experience of the sacrifice of “taking up your cross” to follow Jesus. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Matthew 16:21-23, Galatians 2:20, and Romans 8:10-11.
Life Under the Sun
04 29 2018 "All You've Ever Wanted: The Myth of Entitlement"
Speaker: Chris Wiles
Footsteps
Forgiveness of Sin - Sin Debt 1 14 18
Acceptance of Christ as the anointed one who forgives sin is necessary, then and now. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Luke 7:36-50.
Who Do YOU Say That I Am? 2 18 18
Understanding the person of Christ means acknowledging Him as God. Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on Matthew 16:1-20.
For Our City (2017)
Source of Compassion 10 22 17
If “crises reveal character,” then the needs of our city represent an opportunity for the body of Christ to demonstrate gospel-motivated compassion. In a world full of fashionable “causes,” the Church represents the abiding character of Christ. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on James 1:1-18.
Urgency of Compassion 11 19 17
Poverty flourishes when we care for our own needs ahead of others. James reminds us of the brevity of life and encourages us to trust in the sovereign plans of God. The gospel saves us from finding identity in material things, and thereby frees us to use our resources to show God’s love through our generosity. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on James 4:13-17.
Life Race
Training for the Life Race: Growing as a Disciple 6 25 17
Running well in the Life Race means living in the power of the Spirit, the Word, and God's Master Plan. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Galatians 1:11-18, Acts 9:19-26, and Acts 11:25-30.
Prioritizing Team Goals: Racing for Truth 7 16 17
Running the Life Race well requires an accurate understanding of the gospel and God’s truth and program. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Acts 15:1-35.
Sustaining Race Discipline: Internal Opposition 8 6 17
The faithful competitor in the life Race must be ever vigilant and aware of his own inner struggles that he not be disqualified by sin. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Romans 7:13-25 and 8:1-17.
A Racing Legend: Leaving a Legacy 9 3 17
Running the Life Race is more than merely finishing well ourselves, but to also determine to leave a legacy for those who follow. Guest Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Philippians 3 17-21, Acts 20:24, and Colossians 3:23-24.
"True and Better"
True and Better 5 21 17
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Revelation 3:14-22 and John 6:25-69.
Unremarkable You
Unremarkable You: How the Gospel Redeems Us From Bragging Rights 4 30 17
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, Philippians 3:2-11, Galatians 2:20-21, Romans 12:1-2, and 2 Corinthians 3:2-3.
In My Place
In My Place: To Fulfill God's Plan
To Declare Us Righteous 3 26 17
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Romans 3:10-18 and 4:1-25 and also John 3:1-15.
Him Alone
God as Mystery: How Do We Know Our God Exists? 1 8 17
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Isaiah 55:6-11 and 1 Corinthians 2:6-15.
God's Greatness: The Unique Attributes of God 1 22 17
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks about how God is immeasurable, unchanging, and limitless using various scripture passages.
God Draws Near: The Doctrine of the Father 2 5 17
Pastor Chris Wiles talks about the Father's Identity, His role in creation and His role in His New Creation using various Scripture passages.
God Gives Life: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit 2 19 17
Discussion of the role the Holy Spirit plays in the Trinity.
For Our City (2016)
What's Really Broken? 10 23 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Nehemiah 1-2.
Dealing With Division 10 30 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Nehemiah 4.
Dealing with Addiction 11 20 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Nehemiah 9:33-37, Ephesians 2:1-3, and Romans 7:15-20.
Nuts and Bolts
Character in Doing Ministry 9 18 16
Successful ministry is built upon godly character and the consistent display of Christ-like virtues. Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 2 Timothy 2:1-26.
Completing and Finishing Ministry Well 10 2 16
The key to holding together personal life and public ministry is to have a fixation on the ultimate goal at the end of the race. Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on 2 Timothy 4:1-8.
Drift
Garden to Garden 6 5 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Genesis 1-1, John 1:1-5, and Revelation 21-22.
Source: Mercy and Rainwater 6 19 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Luke 13:1-9 and Matthew 5:43-45.
Moses: My Will Be Done
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 11:23-29, Deuteronomy 32:48-41 and 34:1-12.
Jonah: "Runaway Prophet" 8 14 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Jonah 1-4.
Elijah: When Success Doesn't Satisfy 8 21 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 1 Kings 17-19.
Why Church?
Why Dogma? 4 10 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 2 Timothy 3.
Why Learn? 04 17 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Deuteronomy 6 and John 15.
Why Leadership? 5 15 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Ephesians 4:11-18; 1 Timothy 3:1-7; and 1 Corinthians 12:12-18.
What is the Gospel?
Washed Clean 3 13 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 10:1-18.
Raised to Life 3 27 16
Pastors Randy Buchman and Chris Wiles preach on 1 Corinthians 15 and John 5.
Chosen Strangers
A New Hope 1 10 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 1 Peter 1:1-12.
A New People and A New Privilege 1 31 16
Pastors Randy Buchman and Chris Wiles preach on 1 Peter 2:6-3:6.
A New Outlook 2 14 16
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 1 Peter 4:1-19.
By Design
Why Gender? 11 1 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:18, and Ephesians 5:22-25.
Why Sex? 11 8 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Genesis 1:26-28, 2:24, and 2:7.
Why Marriage? 11 15 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Genesis 2:18-24, Ephesians 5:22-24 and John 2:1-11.
Esther
A Greater Plan 9 20 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Esther 2:19-4:3.
Long Story Short
Why stories? 5 31 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Mark 4.
Why forgive? 6 28 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Matthew 18:21-35.
Life of the party 7 12 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Luke 14:1-24.
Keeping the books 8 9 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Luke 16:1-13.
Response to the kingdom 8 16 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Matthew 21:28-46 and Matthew 25:1-13. Sorry for the buzzing in the background--technical difficulties.
Being a Blessing
The IDENTITY Principle 5 3 15
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on Ecclesiastes 2.
Endure
Jesus: God's final word 2 22 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 1-2
Jesus and the basis for growth. 3 15 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 5 and 6.
Jesus and the eradication of guilt 03 29 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 9.
Jesus and our Father's discipline. 4 19 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Hebrews 12.
Momentum
Myth 3: Personal holiness will come when I am older. 1 25 15
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on sanctification.
David
The True Spiritual Giant 10 12 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 1 Samuel 17:1-54.
Faithfulness in Suffering 10 26 14
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on 1 Samuel 25:1-42.
David's Legacy 11 2 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on 2 Samuel 6:5 - 7:1-24.
Dealing with Guilt 11 16 14
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on 1 Samuel 11 and 12.
Framework
The AUTHORITY of Scripture: Is the Bible too restrictive? 9 7 14
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on Jude 3-7.
The PURPOSE of Scripture: What is the Bible basically about? 9 28 14
Pastor Chris wiles preaches on Luke 24:13-35.
Psalms: God's Playlist
Introduction: Why worship anything? 6 8 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Psalm 96:8.
Lament: What do I do with my guilt? 7 6 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Psalms 51.
Torah: How do I know God's will? 8 3 14
Pastor Chris Wiles speaks on Psalms 119.
Earthly king: Why follow Jesus? 8 24 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Psalm 89.
Measuring Up: The Message of Philippians
Uncharted: Life in Exile
Uncharted: Life in Exile 1 19 14 sermon
Chris Wiles speaks on Joel and Ezekiel.
Whose Voice Do I Listen To? 2 9 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Jeremiah 6:10.
Why do we suffer? 2 23 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Lamentations 3:31-32.
Why go to church? 3 16 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches from Haggai 1:8.
Is the world going to end? 3 30 14
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on Isaiah 65:17.
John: God Up Close
John: God Up Close | The True Temple | 10.20.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on John 2:12-3:36 in our God Up Close sermon series.
John: God Up Close | The True Bread | 11.10.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on The True Bread from John 6 in our God Up Close sermon series. ***All the passages of scripture from this sermon are from John 6, not John 7 as most of the references say.
Pathways
Pathways | Theologically Sound Believers | 9.15.13
Pastor Chris Wiles shares the second part of TSF's vision statement that sees our church being made up of theologically sound believers. We take a look at what that means and how it looks fleshed out.
Pathways | Manifesting Christ's Character Part III | 10.6.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on manifesting Christ's character by relating the gospel to our culture. This is the last part of our vision sermon series called Pathways.
Impulse
IMPULSE | Praying for Church Leadership | 7.14.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on praying for church leadership from Acts 6:1-7.
IMPULSE | Praying for Mission | 8.4.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on praying for mission from Acts 13:1-3, 42-52,
IMPULSE | Praying in Post-Christian America | 8.25.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on praying in post-Christian America from Acts 27:1-44.
My Hope (2013)
My Hope // The Gospel-Centered Life // 5.5.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on what the gospel-centered life looks like.
Cross Words
Cross Words // I Feel Dirty // 3.24.13
Pastor Chris Wiles preaches on the cross word, expiation. Sexual sin leaves us feeling broken and "dirty." Expiation tells us that the cross removes this stain. Christ became dirty so that I can become clean.
“Christians don’t have a unique claim to the truth. But the Truth has a unique claim to us.”
About Me
Thanks so much for taking the time to engage my messages. I’m a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, and hold a ThM in systematic theology and pastoral ministries. Altogether, I’ve had 15 years of experience in ministry leadership.
When it comes to preaching, I owe much to my experience as a research writer for Docent Content Group, where I help pastors across the globe better understand the original languages, and better form a connection between Christianity and culture.
Currently, I’m a freelance writer, living in the Charlottesville, VA area with my wife and two children. If you’d like to connect, simply contact me through my website. Looking forward to hearing from you.
