Rogue Valley Fellowship

Jesus' radical teaching in Luke 6:20-26, delivered in the Sermon on the Plain, unveils the “Upside Down Kingdom”—a vision of God's reign that flips the world's values on their head. Discover how Jesus redefines what it means to be blessed, offering hope to the poor, the hungry, the weeping, and the persecuted, while issuing a sobering warning to the rich, the satisfied, and those seeking worldly applause.

Recorded on the third Sunday of Lent, March 23rd, 2025, at Rogue Valley Fellowship. Join us as we explore the heart of discipleship as revealed in Luke 5:1-11. Discover what it truly means to follow Jesus—not just as a believer, but as a disciple who encounters Him, participates in His mission, and apprentices their entire life to His ways. In this message, we dive into:A Life-Changing Encounter: How Peter's miraculous catch of fish led to a transformative recognition of Jesus' holiness and grace.Participating in Jesus' Mission: The call to step out in faith and share the good news with the poor and outcast, just as Jesus invited His disciples.Apprenticing Our Lives: The radical commitment of leaving everything to follow Jesus and aligning our priorities with His kingdom.

Mission is rooted in identity. (3:20-22)Mission is directed by the purposes of God (3:23-38)Mission is led and empowered by the Spirit and the Word. (4:1-13)

Our true identity is found not in the shifting expectations of the world, but in the unshakable love of God. Just as Jesus' identity was rooted in belonging to the Father, we too can find our purpose and peace in Him. This identity isn't automatic – it's cultivated through faithfulness and nurtured in community.Remember: • You belong to God • Your identity shapes your choices • Faithful practices form faithful heartsWill you receive Jesus today and step into the belonging your soul was made for?

Matthew 4:1-11