Today’s speaker, Mike McGowan, shares from his years of ministry experience in Japan. Not only does Mike share an update on his work in Japan, he also shares truth from God’s Word. Mark 6 describes an overwhelming situation. How do you handle life when it overwhelms you? Mike shares that Jesus sees us, strengthens us, […]
Jesus presents a sequence of descriptions that portray the citizens of His kingdom. Notice how they build from brokenness to boldness. This message is more than words spoken 2,000 years ago; it applies to your life today. You can live each day in light of your guaranteed inheritance.
The Bible compares Christianity to walking. Life in Christ is a delicate balance of important factors. First, these factors keep us morally and spiritually upright. Additionally, these factors keep us moving forward without harming ourselves or others. John’s second letter points out three major influences in our Christian walk. John says Jesus is our standard […]
John ends the letter to his beloved children in the faith with the reminder to never give up. He knows the challenges they face, the struggles they endure, and the hope they possess. He writes a three-paragraph conclusion encouraging his audience – and that includes you – to never give up, to not stop believing […]
The quest for truth and authenticity is great. Although we can disguise it in silly forms, society longs for truth. Social media outlets seek to answer silly questions like “will it taco?” and “is it cake?” But for every humorous content creator, there are serious questions being asked like “is it real?” and “are we […]
The secret to victory is that Jesus never fails. John addresses the web of warriors we form as we do battle with the enemies of our faith. Are you part of the web of warriors?
John addresses real situations his audience faces. Many false prophets shared incorrect information about God. Others claimed to represent God. How can a person know God loves them? John says you can be sure God loves you. God not only demonstrates His love, He reveals the power of His love also. Have you experienced God’s […]
John dealt with a confused audience. Although they wanted to hear what God was saying, was God speaking through so many different messages? To whom should they listen? What makes a good speaker? What is an accurate message? Jesus is the message. John addresses the contrasting messages and voices to assure we hear the right message […]
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. […]
Jesus is attractive to people for various reasons. Jesus carefully redirects almost every incorrect idea about Who He should be. He presents an accurate picture of Himself. Love makes Jesus attractive. Political power and social success are not superior to love. Love demonstrates itself in strategic service.