This week, Pastor Josh continues exploring the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing the importance of responding to Jesus's call. He discusses Jesus's rebuke of the unresponsive crowds and contrasts their hardness of heart with the humility required to accept the gospel, tying this message into the joy of baptism witnessed in the community.
This week, Pastor Josh delves into Matthew chapter 11, discussing John the Baptist's doubts about Jesus as the Messiah and exploring the nature of doubt and faith. He encourages understanding and engagement with doubts as a pathway to deeper faith and spiritual breakthrough, drawing from various biblical figures who also wrestled with uncertainty.
This week, Pastor Josh explores the teachings of Jesus from Matthew 10, emphasizing the principles of enduring faith amidst persecution and living out the kingdom of heaven in everyday life. He encourages the congregation to emulate Christ's example, highlighting the inevitable disclosure of the kingdom, the limits of earthly power, and the profound importance of loyalty to Christ above all else.
Pastor Adolfo shares an inspiring message on the transformative power of obedience and the consequences of running from God's call, as illustrated by the life of Jonah. Drawing on his own experiences as a missionary and the vivid biblical account of Jonah's flight, Pastor Adolfo challenges us to confront the "Jonahs" in our lives that cause storms and hinder our spiritual journey.
Listen as Pastor Josh continues exploring Matthew 9:35-10:15 in Part 2 of our series. Delve deeper into Jesus' instructions to the apostles, focusing on their unique commissioning and the significant role they played in spreading the gospel to the house of Israel. Discover the profound implications of their mission and how it connects to God’s broader plan for redemption. Join us as we unravel these timeless truths and apply them to our lives today.
Listen as Pastor Josh explores Part 1 of Matthew 9:35-10:15, a passage rich with lessons on discipleship and the transformative power of Jesus' ministry. Join us to delve into how Jesus empowered his disciples, revealing the vast potential of the spiritual harvest and the urgent need for dedicated laborers in God’s kingdom.
Take a deep dive into Pastor Josh Turansky's sermon from last Sunday. He explores the powerful meaning of baptism, drawing on Acts 2:22 and beyond. Uncover how the early church's transformative encounters with the Holy Spirit shaped their lives. Discover the lasting relevance of these practices for our own spiritual growth today.
This sermon from Matthew 7:13-23 explores the concept of the "narrow gate" versus the "broad path" as taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. It delves into the difficult choices and the disciplined journey required to follow the path to life, contrasting it with the easier, more popular routes that lead to destruction.
In our journey through Matthew's Sermon on the Mount, we've reached teachings highlighting the importance of setting our hearts on spiritual pursuits rather than being ensnared by life's anxieties. Jesus calls us to shift our focus from worldly concerns to seeking God's kingdom first, promising that our essential needs will be met through faith.
Dive into the heart of Jesus's teachings with our latest audio sermon on the Sermon on the Mount, as captured in Matthew chapter six. Explore the transformative power of genuine prayer, giving, and fasting, and how these practices define the righteous life in God's kingdom. Join us to uncover the essence of living authentically under the reign of Christ, where personal and direct communication with God reshapes our lives. Listen now to embrace the call to genuine spirituality.
In Sunday's teaching, we explored Matthew 6:1-4, where Jesus contrasts outward acts of righteousness with the deeper, authentic relationship with God they should stem from. We delved into the importance of genuine actions and intentions in our faith, akin to creating original art rather than mere replicas.
This week, we completed our study of Matthew chapter 5, delving into Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, where He redefines and deepens our understanding of love, law, and righteousness. Jesus challenges us to love our enemies and live out the radical, asymmetrical love of God, exemplifying His teachings not just as rules but as transformative principles for our lives.
