You know there is SOMETHING in life for you, but what? Why is it elusive? As we look to God this morning and read from His Word, we will discover you exist to demonstrate God’s glory. What a reason to be alive! Notice three areas of life in which you can demonstrate how glorious God […]
Phil Herwaldt, with Baptist World Mission, shares from God’s Word today. Phil and his family minister to Native Americans in the American Southwest. The Herwaldts have a desire that all may know about Jesus and what He has done for them. Today Phil shares lesson learned at the well in Sychar, found in John 4.
Death deeply affects those closest to the one who dies. Although the world keeps moving, everything else seems to move so slowly. That is where we find the followers of Jesus this morning. The followers of Jesus are about to learn that resurrection sets things right. Sit with them as Jesus brings three distinct messages. […]
What do you consider essential to Christian ministry? Today, Tim Weeks, director at Baptist Church Planters, shares God’s Word from Romans 15. First, Paul shares his plan. Next, an effective plan needs partners. Moreover, ministry requires prayer.
Luke continues telling the story of Jesus. Although Jesus healed a blind man in the city of Jericho, He kept traveling to Jerusalem. Meanwhile, Jesus makes the most of every opportunity. First, Jesus uses each opportunity to serve others. Additionally, watch Jesus illustrate faithful service. Jesus teaches you to make the most of your opportunities.
We continue studying the life of Abram. However rocky his start, Abram now enjoys success. Meanwhile, success leads to danger. This morning we consider the topic of dangerous success and see how faithful living persists in times of trouble.
Many think following Jesus is a Choose Your Own Adventure story. Instead, Jesus calls to simply “Follow Me” and let Him choose our adventure. Over the course of a long afternoon Jesus lays out the paths others have followed. Now He invites His followers to watch their step as they follow Him. Following Jesus requires […]
Today you will learn a secret church code phrase. That phrase will form the basis for the main points of the sermon. Jesus engages in a dinner conversation in the home of a religious leader. Notice how followers of Jesus put others first.
Some sensible phrases are practically impossible. The phrase “watch your head” is a perfect example. I cannot observe my head without a mirror; and looking at the reflection ignores the impending danger. Yet we say it, anyway. Consider the phrase “watch out.” There is no other direction one can watch. Since eyes are always pointed […]
Paying attention to details seems like an exercise for the overly-concerned. However, it is a necessary skill for the follower of Jesus. Effective servants pay attention to Jesus. Luke draws attention to effective service in this short account of two sisters.