Worship Services and Sermons
Sharing the good news in Jesus is a privilege and a joy.
“Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.”
Romans 10:17
Sharing the good news in Jesus is a privilege and a joy.
“Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.”
Romans 10:17
Deservedness: How deserving are we of his blessing? What does God owe us? Generosity: What has God done for us? What blessings has he given us now? What blessings has he promised us in eternity? As we answer those questions, we are stunned by God’s generosity. The effect? We overflow with gratitude.
Just as Christ’s service brought him great joy, so does our service to others.
Jesus speaks some sharp words, warning that those who live with hearts filled with love for money and void of love for God will receive the only eternity that money can buy — one void of God filled with torment. Money seems helpful, but it fails in death.
When we serve God, money is put in its proper place. Instead of it being a master to serve, it becomes a tool in our service of our true master.
Through two parables, Jesus rebukes those who consider themselves already found and not in need of repentance. Jesus doesn’t leave us alone in our lostness. Instead he relentlessly seeks us. He even involves the rest of the Christian community in seeking the lost and rejoicing over the found.
Whatever is lost as we follow Jesus pales in comparison to all we gain through him.
Jesus promises that those who leave their exaltation to God will receive honor and glory far greater than any that can be awarded in this life.
Jesus urges us to “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door.”