Transformation through Discipleship
September 29, 2019 Jesus has the power to overcome our spiritual blindness and open our eyes that we may see. The post Sometimes We Just Don’t Get It! appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
No one is so unworthy that they cannot receive the blessing of Jesus Christ. The post Jesus Christ: The God Who Astonishes Beyond Measure appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus calls us to trust not in our own external righteousness (legalism) but in His perfect work on our behalf. The post The Deadly Lures of Legalism appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus’ mission of love and rescue is demonstrated in His feeding of the five thousand. The post The Feeding of the Five Thousand appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Faithful service to God may cause the kings of this world to oppose you, even kill you, but it will bring great pleasure to the true King, Jesus. The post What Do You Get for Faithful Service to God? appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Even in the face of rejection or death, our mission is to preach the gospel and advance the kingdom. The post Advance the Kingdom appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
We cannot come to Jesus on our terms. We must see Him for who He truly is. The post Jesus: A Prophet Without Honor! appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
We can come to Jesus with our requests, and He will honor even imperfect faith when the object of that faith is Him. The post We must approach Jesus in faith. appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus is the Servant King who liberates those enslaved in a fallen world by wielding absolute authority, even over demons. The post Can the Demonized Be Delivered? appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Today we explore the non-negotiable beliefs of Lifebrook Church and how each make Jesus the Subject. The post The non-negotiable of the Church of God appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
The kingdom of God is guaranteed to grow by the power of God until it encompasses people from every nation. The post Jesus and His Kingdom appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
The Lamp, and for that matter any lamp, is not brought to be put under a basket or a bed. The very idea is ridiculous. No, you put a lamp up high in the open. Likewise, God has sent this Lamp to bring light to a dark world. He has come to reveal truth, enlighten […] The post In the Light appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
The phrase “the kingdom of God” (cf. 4:11,26) is the unifying theme of the four parables in Mark 4. Jesus begins this parable with two rhetorical questions. He has exactly the right analogy to help us see where the kingdom of God is headed. The post God’s Kingdom May Begin Small, but It Will Grow Large appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
We are not brought into the family of God by physical relationships, but by faith in Jesus Christ leading to humble obedience. The post Who Is Part of the Family of God? appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Some are so hardened in their rejection of Jesus as God’s true Messiah that they attribute to Satan the works of the Holy Spirit done through Jesus, and they will never be forgiven. The post The Unpardonable Sin appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus models perseverance in faithful ministry in the midst of distraction and opposition. Expect to Be Pressured by Those Who Want to Be with You. Expect to Be Pressured by Those Who Misunderstand You. The post The Pressures That Come with Faithful Ministry | Part 2 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus models perseverance in faithful ministry in the midst of distraction and opposition. Expect to Be Pressured by Those Who Want Something from You. The post The Pressures That Come with Faithful Ministry | Part 1 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
It is always right to bless others and do good, no matter what the enemies of God’s kingdom might say or do. The post It Is Always Right to Do Good appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
As Lord of the Sabbath, Jesus releases us from legalistic pressure and frees us to joyful obedience. The post When Man-Made Rules Get in the Way of God’s Gracious Plans appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus’ resurrection is historically certain and eternally significant. In it He defeated the power of death and guaranteed the future resurrection of His people. The post The Empty Tomb & The Do-Over appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Delight and be satisfied in the King who has come. The post The Triumphal Entry of Jesus appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Old forms of religion and ritual cannot adequately communicate the good news of Jesus’ new kingdom. The post Religious Boxes appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus is the true Servant King, as He befriends the most wretched of sinners, including you and me! The post Jesus: The Friend of Sinners appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus is the Son of Man, God incarnate, who is able to forgive the sins of rebellious humanity. The post In Light of What Jesus Can Do appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus’ life illustrates the advancement of God’s kingdom through prayer, proclamation, and healing. The post Jesus & The Leper appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus is the Messiah King of the world who came to live as a servant for the sake of His people. The post Jesus is the Messiah King appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Jesus’ teaching and power over demons give a picture of His kingdom and show that He has absolute authority over all creation. The post Why Jesus Should Have Absolute Authority in My Life? appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
The Gospel of Mark, Part 3 The post The Gospel of Mark, Part 3 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
The Gospel of Mark, Part 2 The post The Gospel of Mark, Part 2 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Join us as we begin a brand new sermon series. The post The Gospel of Mark, Part 1 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
As disciples of Jesus Christ we aren’t called to political, social, or even ethical advocacy. We are called to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The injustices of this world are a result of the fact that this world is fallen from God because of sin. We won’t fix it by becoming advocates of “justice”. […] The post Upside Down appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
Part 3 of our Series | Story… Your Story & The Gospel of Jesus The post Story… Your Story & The Gospel of Jesus, Part 3 appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
When God speaks… He speaks the truth. He speaks to the right person. He speaks the right way. He speaks at precisely the right time. But… God leaves us the choice to listen. The post Speak for Your Servant Hears appeared first on Lifebrook Church.
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