Resources on Thomas W Gillespie

Doubting Thomas Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02212 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Thomas , Faith , Doubt , Belief Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s sermon on John 20:21-29 examines faith and experience by reflecting on the questioning of the disciple Thomas and how Jesus responds.

Jesus' Ongoing Mission Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02316 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Evangelism , Holy Spirit , Church , Acts Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) In this audio sermon based on Acts 1:1-11, Thomas W. Gillespie preaches about Jesus’ ongoing mission through the work of the Spirit.

Human Nature and the Fruit of the Spirit Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02306 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Fruit of the Spirit , John Locke , Nature Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s audio sermon on Galatians 5:16-25 reflects on living according to the flesh versus the spirit by contrasting a philosopher’s perspective on human nature with the fruit of the Spirit.

The Power of God Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02328 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Power , Evangelism , Gospel Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s sermon on 1 Corinthians 4:14-21 reflects on the power of God and the way in which one participates in the power of God by being mediators of the Gospel.

Preaching Christ Crucified Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02320 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Christ , Crucifixion , Power , Preaching Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie preaches on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, reflecting on the power of preaching Christ crucified.

The Proper Use of Authority Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02413 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Jesus Christ, authority of , Word of God , Power Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s sermon uses Mark 1:21-28 and 2 Corinthians 13:1-4, 10 to examine the use of authority and concludes that God is the ultimate source of authority.

Pastoral Ministry Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02401 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Pastor , Care , Ministry Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s sermon on pastoral ministry uses 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 to emphasize the importance and responsibility of pastoral care as part of being “servants of Christ and stewards of God’s mysteries.”

Maundy Thursday Reflection on Reconciliation Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02382 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Maundy Thursday , Reconciliation , Crucifixion Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s Maundy Thursday sermon on reconciliation uses Mark 15:33-39 to reflect on the abandonment of Jesus on the cross, the tearing of the curtain in the Temple, and the centurion’s declaration of faith.

Fear of Failure Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02365 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Peter , Fear , Discipleship , Forgiveness Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s sermon on John 21:18-19 reflects on the fear of failure in ministry and faith in forgiveness by using the Apostle Peter as an example.

Advent: Redeeming all of Creation Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02339 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Christmas , Creation , Advent , Redemption Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie’s Christmas sermon on Romans 8:15-23 acknowledges the bondage and decay the world suffers and looks to the redemption of all creation that comes through Jesus.

How Can This Be? Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/05795 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Advent , Mary , Incarnation Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie preaches on Luke 1:26-38, asking his listeners to consider Mary's question for themselves: "How can this be?"

Thou Shall Not Kill Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/06366 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Theology , Life , Murder , Ten Commandments Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Thomas W. Gillespie preaches on the interpretive difficulties of the sixth commandment, which is found in Genesis 9:1-6 and expounded upon in Matthew 5:21-24.

The Contours of the Foundation Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02397 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Architecture Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) A recording of a sermon by Thomas W. Gillespie on 1 Corinthians 3:10-15. Gillespie explores Paul's metaphor of a building built on the foundation of Christ, to whose work Christians simply bear witness.

The Spirit of God v. The Spirit of the World Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02394 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: 1 Corinthians , Preaching , Worship , Pastor Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) This sermon on 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 delivered by Thomas W. Gillespie focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the life, mission, and leadership of the church.

Group Reflections on the Ancient Scriptures Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02235 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Study , Fellowship , Bible , Scripture Reading Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Drawing on a fruitful experience of reading Exodus 3:1-12 among fellow ministers, this audio sermon by Thomas W. Gillespie illustrates the benefits of reading the scriptures through silent meditation and group discussion.

The Paradoxes of Ministry Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/05838 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Ministry , Persecution , God , The Power of God Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Focusing on Paul's paradoxical statements, this audio sermon by Thomas W. Gillespie on 2 Corinthians 4:1-16 and Psalm 116 discusses how God can work through fallible human beings in difficult circumstances to empower and enable ministries.

Spirituality Without Unity Creates Disharmony Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02322 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Calling , Church , Community , Worship Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) This sermon on 1 Corinthians 2:14-3:4 by Thomas W. Gillespie emphasizes the need for spiritual maturity in the way we conduct ministry and deal with people.

Finding Our Identity in God Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02279 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Identity , God's Love , Relationship , CHILDREN OF GOD Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) This audio sermon by Thomas W. Gillespie on Ephesians 2:11-16 asserts that our identity is best established through love by having a personal relationship with God that finds expression in caring for others.

The Seventh Commandment Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/06374 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Adultery , Ten Commandments Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Preaching against adultery is as unpopular now as it was for the prophets. It is a sin against both spouse and self. An audio sermon on the Seventh Commandment (Exodus 20:14) by Thomas W. Gillespie.

The End of an Academic Year: Bringing All to Completion Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie http://commons.ptsem.edu/id/02289 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Thomas W Gillespie Topics: Year , Good works Source: Theological Commons (Princeton Theological Seminary) Delivered to seminary students and faculty, this audio sermon by Thomas W. Gillespie on Philippians 1:3-11 asserts that the challenges faced during the academic year will contribute to the completion God's work in everyone's lives.