Stinking Like Christ: Distinctiveness in a Hostile World
This sermon provides a strong, orthodox exposition of [John 15](https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+15&version=KJV), effectively balancing the reality of spiritual warfare with the command to love. The use of vivid illustrations, such as the Civil War uniform analogy, helps concretize the abstract concept of Christian distinctiveness. The message is theologically sound, emphasizing that persecution is a badge of honor when it stems from Christ, not personal failings.
Biblical Parallel (Archetype): Philadelphia — The sermon exhibits sound exposition and faithfulness to the biblical text, maintaining a robust theological framework while encouraging the congregation to endure cultural hostility with distinct Christian love and witness.