Jesus welcomed sinners, seeing beyond labels to their true humanity. His mission was to connect, offer presence, and save the lost. Followers are called to see people as God does, embracing compassion and small acts of kindness that may change lives. Ultimately, we are urged to participate in Jesus’ mission of love and acceptance.
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Healing from Brokenness: The Power of Jesus
In Luke 8:26–39, Jesus confronts chaos by healing a tormented man, illustrating His mission to restore brokenness. The story emphasizes that true healing is a gradual process of grace, contrasting quick fixes sought in modern culture. Naming our struggles invites transformation, as Jesus fills our cracks with grace, making us whole.
Jesus: The Central Puzzle Piece in Life
The sermon series “Jesus Is…” emphasizes understanding Jesus’ identity and its impact on our lives, beginning with His question, “Who do you say I am?” Peter’s confession of Jesus as the Messiah underscores its significance. Our response shapes our actions, faith, and response to life’s challenges amid competing allegiances. Recognizing Jesus as Lord fosters unity and compassion among believers, guiding us in our daily decisions and interactions.
Faith Is All It Takes
Galatians 2:15-18 15 We are born Jews—we’re not Gentile sinners. 16 However, we know that a person isn’t made righteous by the works of the Law but rather through the faithfulness of Jesus Christ. We ourselves believed in Christ Jesus so that we could be made righteous by the faithfulness of Christ and not by the works ofContinue reading “Faith Is All It Takes”
Advent Devotional 2014: Prepare (December 10)
Luke 1:57-66 When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a boy. Her neighbors and relatives celebrated with her because they had heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy. On the eighth day, it came time to circumcise the child. They wanted to name him Zechariah because that wasContinue reading “Advent Devotional 2014: Prepare (December 10)”
Faith vs Fear
When Jesus got into a boat, his disciples followed him. A huge storm arose on the lake so that waves were sloshing over the boat. But Jesus was asleep. They came and woke him, saying, “Lord, rescue us! We’re going to drown!” He said to them, “Why are you afraid, you people of weak faith?” Then he gotContinue reading “Faith vs Fear”
Why?
There is a simple question most children will ask and it consists of three letters–“Why?”. They are curious and are simply seeking out answers so they can try to learn what’s going on or the reason behind a particular question or statement, etc. As I have grown older, “why” has become a favorite question forContinue reading “Why?”
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