Curtis Andrusko

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The End of ‘Prove Yourself’: How the New Covenant Frees Us from Performance

This is a strong expository sermon on 2 Corinthians 2-3. The pastor faithfully contrasts the ministry of the Law (Old Covenant) with the ministry of the Spirit (New Covenant), correctly identifying the former's role in revealing sin and the latter's power to transform. The central proposition—that sanctification is a process of 'beholding' Christ, not 'becoming' through self-effort—is biblically sound and pastorally applied. The gospel presentation is clear, grace-centered, and correctly frames our sufficiency as being from God alone.

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The Audience of One: Curing the Hypocrisy of Performance-Based Faith

The sermon provides a faithful and compelling exposition of Matthew 6:1-18. The pastor correctly diagnoses hypocrisy as an issue of heart motivation—performing righteousness 'in order to be seen'—rather than a mere behavioral inconsistency. He effectively uses the text to show how this robs believers of authenticity, integrity, and eternal reward. The solution presented is biblically sound: a return to a private, relational life with the Father, which is empowered by the gospel. The pastor's personal vulnerability serves as a powerful model for the congregation.

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