"The Gospel for Those Who Have Everything" Series 2021

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“Gospel for Those Who Have Everything” Series Overview

What can Jesus do for someone who has everything?  If you are reasonably content, you may feel that you can get along fine without Jesus and the church.  At the heart of the gospel, Jesus is saying: “I need you.”  He wants to recruit those who are strong and mature for his good work in world.  Jesus had compassion for the weak, and he healed the sick.  He did not ignore the strong, however.  Our winter series presents the gospel from the perspective of vocation.  Being a Christian is a tough challenge and as high a calling as we can ever hear.  The church is here help.

 

January 10

STANDING ON YOUR OWN TWO FEET: We work hard to get where we are in life.  In Romans 8, Paul reminds us that we are God’s children because God loves us.  The question is not about earning God’s love, but rather doing what we can because God loves us.  When have you stood up for yourself or others?

 

January 17

FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH: If you are healthy, wealthy, and wise, then God has blessed you.  In Matthew 16:24-28, Jesus indicates that the secret to a fulfilling life is giving it away.  He challenges us to use our strengths, influence, and resources for something greater than ourselves.  When have you found yourself by giving yourself away?

 

January 24

FAITH FOR GROWN-UPS: We are born as children and are meant to grow into adults.  In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul describes a mature faith characterized by unselfish love.  To be disciples of Christ, we need to be strong and mature in our faith. Who has shown you mature faith?

 

January 31

FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW: When we worship, God is the audience.  It is our response to what God has done for us.  In Psalm 96, the ancient poet is bursting with gratitude for God’s “wondrous works.”  How would your song to God sound? 

 

February 7

TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN: With great power comes great responsibility.  In Luke 12:35-38, 48b, Jesus entrusts the wellbeing of others to the care of those who are faithful and wise.  As stewards of God’s gifts, we are called to carry more than our own weight and to be our brother and sister’s keeper.  How can your strengths help others?

 

February 14

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS: Christians are made, not born.  The church helps us grow.  In Ephesians 4:1-8, 11-16, Paul instructs the church to build up one another with love.  How has the church strengthened you?

 

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