Wholeheartedly follow Jesus – no holding back! Count the cost of following 28-32 What does it cost if you don’t follow? (Matthew 16:26, Philippians 3:8) At what point would you…
We CAN delight in prayer time with God! 1. A new mindset about prayer 2. A new mindset about God 3. A new mindset about asking
Philippians 1:8-11 Grow in love with your church! Moved with longing Shaped with value Filled with fruit We share together in the gospel (1:5) and in grace (1:7)! (That’s fellowship!)…
We must engage people with hope! 1. Cultivate growth in Christ 2. Build bridges to Christ 3. Strive for intentional influence 4. Face suffering joyfully
Celebrate God’s gospel plan for every ethnicity! God is sovereign in salvation God desires all to be saved! (1 Timothy 2:4) The gospel is powerful to save anyone who believes.…
Jesus offered Himself to restore our worship! 1. Jesus' authority was inherent 2. Jesus' purpose was to die 3. Jesus' death was not final
Invite all peoples to join us in praise! 1. Abounding Hope v.13 We are part of something MUCH GREATER than us! Praise is a basic part of our identity in Christ!…
We must diligently come to God in prayer! 1. We are feeble but God is mighty 2. We are troubled but God cares 3. We are vulnerable but God preserves…
Grow in the intimate knowledge of Jesus! Count His worth 7-8 Beware of valuing reputation, possessions, and achievements as most important! Would you choose to gain the whole world, if…
What will you do with the good news of Jesus' resurrection? 1. Behold and marvel 2. Trust and prevail 3. Beware or perish Discussion questions available here.
Trust the God of all grace in the midst of your problems!Problems are inevitableDon’t be surprised by problems!(1 Peter 4:12, John 16:33)This life isn’t the answer – but we can cling to…
Celebrate the ironic victory of the cross! 1. The cross displayed authority 2. The cross displayed justice 3. The cross displayed brokenness