We've heard stories about disciples in the Bible, but what does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus today? And how can we impact those around us through our ordinary lives? Over the course of four weeks, we're going to talk about what that journey to be a disciple and apprentice to Jesus looks like, and ask the big question that all Christ followers must answer: Will you?
Will you follow Jesus? Will you abide in him? Will you become more Christlike? Will you go?
Journey with us to focus our hearts and minds on the magnificence of Jesus, to seek transformation to become like him, and to witness the glory of what it means to be a part of his mission to change the world.
This sermon teaches that the Great Commission is not a burdensome duty for the strong, but a joyful invitation for the weak to participate in God’s work of saving the world. Ultimately, Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross has already secured our salvation, freeing us to join Him in His mission and find our greatest joy in His delight.
This sermon teaches that our transformation into the likeness of Jesus is a lifelong journey of discipleship, made possible by His humility and obedience to the Father. Through the power of the Holy Spirit and the practices of Christian community, we can learn to embrace a life of service and increasingly reflect His character.
This sermon teaches that abiding with Jesus is crucial for an abundant life, as it is rooted in His passionate desire to be with us, demonstrated through His atoning sacrifice. By intentionally spending time with Him, we find true rest for our souls, a new identity, and the fulfillment of our ultimate destiny to be with Him forever.
This sermon teaches that answering Jesus's question, "Who do you say that I am?" with the truth of his identity as the Christ of God is the foundation for a transformed life. The message explains that a true confession of faith leads to a new priority to follow Jesus above all else, a new identity found in losing one's life for his sake, and a new vitality that comes from understanding his sacrificial love on the cross.
