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The type of church that Jesus wants us to become.

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we're wrapping up our series, "How Stuff Works", with a topic that has many different opinions on it in today's culture: the Church. The Bible is clear on this, though, and today we'll see what is has to say!--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --How the Church WorksBig Idea: God designed his Church to involve his people in key purposes that bring about his plans in this world.No other organization on earth compares to the Church. It's not simply a building or a weekend service. It's the living body of Christ, chosen and designed by God to carry out his mission in the world. From the very beginning, Jesus made it clear that he would build his Church—and not even the powers of hell could stop it. (Matthew 16:18)Let's unpack how the Church works by looking at four core truths from Scripture.1. There Is One True ChurchWhen Jesus spoke of “my church” in Matthew 16:18, he wasn't referring to a specific building or religious organization. The Greek word for church is ekklesia, meaning “the called-out ones”—a gathering of people summoned for a purpose. The Church Jesus established is the community of all true believers in Jesus throughout history. This is sometimes called the “Universal Church.”It's important to understand that the Universal Church transcends denominations, traditions, and geographic locations. No single church or association can claim to be “the one true Church.” The true Church consists of everyone who has placed their faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation.The Bible uses powerful imagery to help us understand the nature of the Church:The Bride of Christ (Revelation 19:7) reflects the intimate and loving relationship between Jesus and his people.A Spiritual Family and Nation (Ephesians 2:19) shows how believers belong to one household, united under God's rule.A Temple and a House (Ephesians 2:20-21) describes how we are being built together as a dwelling place for God's Spirit.2. Jesus Is the Head of His ChurchColossians 1:18 makes it clear: Christ is the head of the Church, which is his body. This means Jesus himself is in charge. He leads through the truth of the Bible, by the power of the Holy Spirit, and through biblically qualified leaders like elders and pastors.Jesus guides the Church like a shepherd leads his flock. In 1 Peter 5:1-4, elders are instructed to care for God's people with humility and a servant's heart, always pointing back to the Chief Shepherd—Jesus.While the Universal Church is invisible and eternal, it takes visible form through local churches. These are the communities where believers gather for worship, teaching, fellowship, and mission. Though no single local church represents the entirety of the Universal Church, each one is a part of the larger body of Christ, carrying...

Pastor Mattie Montgomery traces the birth of the church in Ephesus and the Holy Spirit's transforming power in the lives of believers. Through Genesis, Acts, and Revelation, he calls us to true devotion, holy fear, and a life fully consecrated to Christ—reminding us that it's not enough to almost be the Church Jesus died for.Support the show

Jesus is the founder and foundation of the church He is building for His own glory.

You Are the Light of the World Authority and Responsibility Pastor Bryan Hudson, D.Min. Matthew 5:13, You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Main Themes: 1. Identity & Purpose Jesus said, “You are the light of the world” and “salt of the earth.” The church must understand its purpose not just as a community, but as a force for good in the world. We're not called to shine in the church only, but in the world—where light is needed most. The Lighthouse Analogy: A lighthouse doesn't remove the rocks or calm the sea, but it shines light to guide ships away from danger. Similarly, believers are called to shine in dark places, helping others avoid destruction. Challenges to Shining: We cannot shine effectively if we are living in darkness ourselves. God wants to make us blameless and harmless, as Philippians 2:15 says, so that we can shine in a crooked generation. Real-Life Application: Light = Good Works + Godly Living + Justice Shining includes helping the weak, standing for justice, and living righteously, not just evangelizing. Examples from scripture (Micah 6:8, Isaiah 1:17, Acts 20:35) support this. Biblical Justice & DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion): These values are biblical, not just political: Diversity: Revelation 7:9 Equity: Proverbs 2:9, 2 Samuel 8:15 Inclusion: Nehemiah 8:10, Jeremiah 22:3 Believers must not remain silent when injustice occurs but shine the light of truth and compassion. Authority of the Church: Jesus gave spiritual authority to His church (Matthew 16:19). We are to bind and loose in alignment with heaven, standing against darkness wherever God assigns us. Who is the Church? The church is not a building but people called by God (Ecclesia). We are the church wherever we go and must reflect Christ in action and truth. Conclusion: Your light must shine where it is needed—in society, politics, schools, neighborhoods. Don't hide your light. Let others see your good works and glorify God. “We all shine differently, but we are all called to shine.”

Happy Passover! Let's talk about why Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords.

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The Church thrives when it shifts from a consumer mindset to a contributor mindset, where every believer plays a role in God's mission. If we truly want to be the victorious Church Jesus envisioned, we must step up, serve, and fulfill the Great Commission together.

When we practice our faith in Jesus, He is amazed! We must learn to submit under the authority of Jesus in all things, accepting what He has in store for us and bringing others to Him so that they, too, may experience His mercy and grace.

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"In this sermon well unpack one of Jesus deepest desires for His Church. " Series: The Gospel of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 26, 2025 Text: John 17:10-11; 20-23 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca

January 15, 2025  Today's Reading: Ezekiel 37:15-28Daily Lectionary: Ezekiel 37:15-28; Romans 6:1-23“My servant David shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd. They shall walk in my rules and be careful to obey my statutes” (Ezekiel 37:24)In the Name of Jesus. Amen. A united nation under Solomon was ripped apart following his death. A carousel of kings would follow in both kingdoms, most of them being evil. Over time, Israel would succumb to their sins with stiff necks and hard hearts towards all the prophets' pleas for repentance.Ezekiel, like the other prophets, doesn't mince words. He calls out Israel's filthy sins, begging for her repentance. As the imminent exile approaches God's rebellious flock, His mercy, love, and faithfulness don't disappear. The LORD's promise to make Abraham a father of “many nations” doesn't fade, considering Israel's horrid sins. Even her idolatry and unbelief don't rouse God to forsake His Word to Abraham eternally. In this reading, we see the mercy, love, and faithfulness of God. Fragmented and scattered, ransacked by sin, idols, and “detestable things,” God promises to untie and make “one nation” in the land on the mountains of Israel (v22). At first, it might seem like a geographical promise and a return to prestige, glory, and power, surpassing the kingships of David and Solomon. However, further reading indicates this unity transcends earthly boundaries. David is long dead by this point, and yet God says, “My servant David shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd.” God promises His sanctuary forevermore in their midst twice (v26 and v28). God is promising something more, something greater than earthly land with temporal kings.The fulfillment of Ezekiel's preaching, God's inspired Word, comes in the establishment of the Church under the “Son of David,” the “Good Shepherd” Himself, Jesus. The Holy Christian Church is the one “body” of believers united always in Christ Who is the Head of His Church and Shepherd of His people. This is God's work to gather and unite, to build a Church Jesus “obtained with His own blood” (Acts 20:28). Thus, we shouldn't despair over a fragmented world. We shouldn't panic and fear all the divisions wrought by Satan. God unites His Church, and Hell can't tear it asunder. This is our courage to strive patiently for unity on earth. The Church walks boldly in the ways of God, heeding His Word and resting in peace, for she's not alone. Always at the Head is the Good Shepherd, the One Who has established His Kingdom forever. Reigning even now is Jesus, Who died to make us the people of His pasture, “heirs of God” and “fellow heirs with Christ” (Romans 8:17). In the Name of Jesus. Amen.“O Comforter of priceless worth, Send peace and unity on earth; Support us in our final strife And lead us out of death to life” (LSB 655:3)-Rev. Ryan Ogrodowicz, associate pastor and headmaster at Grace Lutheran Church and School in Brenham, TX.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.What makes a church "good?" Come join the fictional family as they test out eight different churches in their brand-new town and answer this question along the way. Will the Real Church Please Stand Up? by Matthew Richard, now available from Concordia Publishing House.

Jesus didn't come to earth to affirm everything about us. He came to live the perfect life we could never live and in doing so, to model for us the kind of life those who follow him are called to live. Join us as we think about the kind of church Jesus wants.The kind of church Jesus wants is characterized by...1) Magnanimous natures2) Discerning followers3) Changing peopleText: Luke 6:37-42

In this episode of The E.A.R. Podcast, host Brandon Queen tackles a question that often challenges church leaders and believers: How do we measure the growth of the church? With Jesus' promise in Matthew 16:18, “I will build my church,” as the foundation, Brandon explores whether growth should be gauged by numbers, spiritual depth, or faithfulness to the Great Commission. Discover why numbers matter but shouldn't define success, what true growth looks like in a church, and how to stay faithful in seasons of both abundance and stagnation. This episode is for you if you've ever wrestled with balancing trust in Christ with practical stewardship. Tune in for Biblical encouragement, practical insights, and a renewed perspective on what it means to build a church that glorifies God. Don't miss this insightful discussion—listen now and be inspired to lead your church, big or small, with faithfulness and courage! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Perhaps the most mysterious book of the Bible -- Revelation -- begins with messages from Jesus to seven churches in the ancient world. But saints and scholars alike have long noted that these messages apply to us as well. How? That's what Dr. Chris is going to discuss in a short series on the opening chapters of the book of Revelation. In this episode, we will finish our look at Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum and begin to look at His message to Thyatira. Enjoy!

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Can we be a member of the exact same church that Jesus first created? How can we know exactly what that was? Let's discuss it today!

Caden Metcalf | Lead Pastor

“Growing Together As The Church" As we get closer to finishing the Book of 1 Corinthians, Dr. Rick Stinton reminds us of our victory in Jesus! That Jesus' victory over death, is our victory over death! -- By joining this ministry, you support us and play a pivotal role in our global mission to touch lives. Your contribution can make a significant difference. To help us, visit: https://newhopekailua.org/giving -- Stay Connected Download our church app: NHK App YouTube Instagram Website Facebook Audio-only Sermons Apple Podcast Google Podcast Spotify

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Can demons be in church? How do we preserve the unity of the church and its people that Paul emphasizes so much in his writing, even during his final hours?

Becki Watson leads us in a presentation about the basis for the children's ministries at church.

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"If politics is robbing you of peace, you might have misplaced your trust." Mic drop please for the quote above from today's show.  Today the Pastor of my church Bent Tree Bible, Libin Abraham, joins us to dive into the tricky (but important) topic of Christians engaging in politics. We talk about how it's not just about showing up—it's about being prayerful, peaceful, prophetic, powerful, and purposeful. But the big reminder here? Our top loyalty is to Jesus, not any political party. We're here to make disciples, not stir up more division. Aside from talking about Christians engaging in politics, Libin also encourages us to trust in God's faithfulness, and that stepping out in faith is key as we do that—I love how Libin says that God moves at the pace of our next “yes.” So if you're feeling pulled to act, trust that God's right there with you. And don't let politics, fear, or anything else get in the way of your gospel influence.  I can't wait for you to hear today's show and I'd love for you to share it with friends.   All things Cynthia Yanof Bent Tree Bible Fellowship   Libin Abraham's sermons on Christians engaging in politics:  Jesus and Politics: The Way of the Cross Jesus and Politics: The Way of the Church Jesus and Politics: Rules for Engagement    

JonMarc Grodi and his guests address the personal obstacles, doctrinal objections, and the irresistible attraction to the Church Jesus founded 2,000 years ago.

Making Room in the Church: Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Because of his heart for people, Jesus was willing to be interrupted by Bartimaeus, Zacchaeus, and so many others. They believed in him, and he offered healing and forgiveness and changed their life into a testimony to the goodness of God. Jesus still seeks the lost today. Therefore, we must make room for more people in our church. Recorded on Sep 15, 2024, on Luke 18:35-19:10 by Pastor David Parks. Make Room is a three-part sermon series considering the need to make room 1) for more of God in our lives, 2) for more people in our lives, and 3) for more people in our church. Why? Because more people need good news! More people need the life and love, the freedom and forgiveness, and so much more that is only found in Christ. Our prayer is that in the coming years, many more people will experience the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Sermon Transcript Well, today, we're finishing up our mini sermon series called Make Room to talk about some of the Biblical foundations of our 2030 Vision. We said that this series and our 2030 Vision plan are the result of a process our elder board spent months on — listening, learning, praying, and talking together about who we are as a church, where God is bearing fruit, and where we believe God is leading us in the next 5-7 years. We also said that one of the things that became clear is that for this next season of life, we do not believe that God is leading us in a dramatically new direction. We don't need to reinvent our mission, vision, or values. Instead, the phrase that kept coming up in this process was “make room.” So, for the last few weeks, we've been talking about our need to make room 1) for more of God in our lives, 2) for more people in our lives, and today, 3) for more people in our church. This is what our 2030 Vision is all about. But this vision isn't something that might happen months or years from now. We're actually starting to see parts of our 2030 Vision happening this month as we multiply our community groups, serving opportunities on our ministry teams, worship services, and more. Down the road, if it's God's will, we'll see expansion in kid's and student ministry, pastoral staffing, building facilities, and perhaps another church plant; who knows! But first, today, we need to count the cost. When Jesus invited men and women to follow him, he challenged them to count the cost. Would they still be willing to follow him even if they had to give up everything? Now, I'm not saying we might have to give up everything to accomplish our 2030 Vision. But the truth is that change can be painful/uncomfortable. Even change for the best can still be hard. All the things I just mentioned will make room for more, but they will also bring changes around here. So today, we'll consider why we need to make room for more people in our church — why we need to go through the potential pain of change. Will we be willing to pay the cost? If you have your Bible/app, please open it to Luke 18:35. We'll unpack this text as we go. Luke 18:35–38 (NIV), “35 As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36 When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37 They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by. 38 He called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” The book of Luke was written by a man who most likely became a Christian through the ministry of the Apostle Paul. Luke was a physician who did a careful investigation into the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and then wrote a history of the early church. These works are both in the NT as the book of Luke and Acts. Luke was alive during the time of the Apostles and interviewed eyewitnesses who saw/heard/experienced the person and work of Jesus. Our account today has lots of potential witnesses. Luke writes that Jesus was approaching Jericho with a whole crowd of people.

JonMarc Grodi and his guests address the personal obstacles, doctrinal objections, and the irresistible attraction to the Church Jesus founded 2,000 years ago.

Check this out! The Church Jesus built is like a super interconnected system where everyone's got a part to play. Imagine the Church as a garden, with each believer a unique plant contributing to its overall beauty and growth. Pastor Monte breaks down how we can all fit and work together to make the Church a thriving ecosystem to fulfill God's awesome plan.Support the show

In this message, Pastor Cameron examines how God equipped the Israelites in Exodus to build the Tabernacle and how this parallels the gifts Jesus bestows upon us to serve and strengthen our communities. Drawing from the parable of the talents, he underscores the importance of actively using our gifts rather than hiding them. Discover how each of us has a unique role in building up the church and why pursuing love and unity should be our primary focus. Don't miss this inspiring episode that challenges us to embrace our God-given abilities and contribute to a unified, loving body of Christ.

Karl Vaters talks with Brad Roth about the content from his new book, Flyover Church: How Jesus' Ministry in Rural Places Is Good News Everywhere, for which Karl wrote the foreword.Topics include:How the rural church is different from the city and suburban church, not just in scale, but in typeHow metrics are very different in the rural churchThe lure of strategyThe radically different pace of rural ministryAnd moreBrad is also the author of The Hunger Inside: How the Meal Jesus Gave Transforms Lives, and God's Country: Faith, Hope, and the Future of the Rural Church.Links:DoxologyProject.comBook: God's Country: Faith, Hope, and the Future of the Rural ChurchBook: The Hunger Inside: How the Meal Jesus Gave Transforms LivesBook: Flyover Church: How Jesus' Ministry in Rural Places Is Good News Everywhere​Brad Roth Bonus Chat summaryOne New Person: Toward An Authentic Metric For The Rural ChurchKarl Vaters talks with Brad Roth about how and why metrics work very differently in rural churches than in urban and suburban churches. As Brad wrote, “Most of us don't need numbers to know whether our church is thriving. Numbers often stand in for intuition and attempt to substitute with a dashboard what can only be learned through years spent with a people in a place.”To get Bonus Content every week, click here to become a Financial Partner, or here to subscribe to the Free Weekly Newsletter.

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24_07_27 -Ep.322 - Run With Horses Podcast - Connect – The Church, Jesus and His Family Podcast: rwh.podbean.com Website: www.runwithhorses.net Youtube: https://youtube.com/@rwhpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast (28:00) Last week we focused on why must we ENGAGE with our community if we truly are the church. This week we consider how important it is that we are connected together as one body united. Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It's very cool that we can do that together! Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you may want to check out our website, runwithhorses.net, and listen to some of the past shows to catch up. I have spent several shows focusing on a simple definition of the church and the current discussion we are having about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show... (27:00) ******* (27:00) HABITS - Bible Reading There are many habits that will help you on the road toward Christ-likeness but the habit of reading the Bible is one of the absolute most important ones you must constantly build into your life. Why? How else can you know what it means to be like Jesus? The NT is key to growing in your understanding of the life of Jesus. As you see how He lived, talked and related to people, it should greatly influence how you live. Your goal is to have the same attitude and intentions that He has toward God the Father and other people. How do you do it? First, there is no wrong way to begin. If you don't have a bible reading habit now, start one. Start simple, keep it short, but begin to build the habit of consistently reading God's Word. A common complaint is that the Bible is hard to understand, and that is true if you haven't grown up in the church or spent much time in the Bible. The Bible is a book that takes some time to really grasp. It covers thousands of years and every part of life through history, poetry, letters and straight teaching. But if you apply some effort you will get it and it is worth it! Start by getting a reading plan or making one yourself. Stick to the NT until you have read it through twice. If you need a simple plan, start with Mark, then read Acts and continue through the NT. Start easy and read a chapter a day or a few verses a day with the goal of building up to a chapter. Have a pen and notebook handy and write down the key ideas of the chapter. Put it in your own words and think about what you need to do in response. If you don't understand something, write down your questions, but maintain the habit of reading every day. It will reward you in time as you begin to see the big picture. (23:00) ****** (23:00) Time for a quick review: What is as DISCIPLESHIP PATHWAY? Simply put, an intentional plan to help followers of Jesus grow toward Christ-likeness. That word intentional is key. MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCH A CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION. The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus. Don't forget the goals of the pathway. Clear goals are important. What are the goals of a discipleship pathway? a. self-feeding Christians b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus c. disciple-makers d. pastors e. new churches f. all members of the church, shepherded well We are focusing on the SECOND step in the Pathway; ENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE As someone grows in their understanding of who Jesus is and begins to follow Him, they need to develop a solid connection to Him that allows them to abide in Him. It's important to really know Him. John 15:4 Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. John 14:15 If you love Me, keep My commandments. How do we come to know and love Jesus? In His Word and in His people, the church. We need a strong connection to Jesus. We need a strong connection to His church. The Second Step of the Discipleship Pathway focuses on helping us make those strong connections to Jesus and His church. This is the TOGETHER in our definition of the church. The CONNECT step includes Foundations of the Christian Life that help us grow in our relationship with Jesus and His church. a. prayer – building the habit of talking to God - praying for His church, His people - learning to pray for His mission b. Bible A. reading the Bible B. studying the Bible C. memorizing the Bible D. meditating on the Bible E. Learning to live out His commands c. community – the church is really important to Jesus. It has to be important to us! A. fellowship B. service – serving one anther and the community, together C. mutual edification D. the one and others of the New Testament E. Joining the church on the mission of Jesus, more on this later d. disciple-making foundations – part of knowing and obeying His commands A. be intentional B. be relational C. expect reproduction e. simple journaling – thinking deeply about His Word and how you should respond to Him (00:00) END PART 1 ******** (27:00) BEGIN PART 2 In all of these the goal is knowing and loving Jesus more and developing a deeper connection with Him and His church as we carry out his mission in the world. We begin to connect to His mission from the moment we accept Jesus as Savior. A new believer is an example of the reconciliation that God is working in the world. God has a clear purpose for our lives and the fact is that His mission is central to His purpose for each of us. How do you learn about His mission? In His Word and as we grow in our relationship with His church. We carry out His mission with His church, as His church! Personal Evaluation and Spiritual Development This is seeing God at work, preparing me for ministry. Everyone has a part in the mission of Jesus. We often talk about it is using the words – ministry and mission. Some view ministry as our service to each other inside the church, and mission our service to those outside the church. I'm not sure I see the division quite like that but clearly we have a responsibility and opportunity to engage with people who are part of our local church and those who are not a part of it. Pauls says we engage with those outside the church as ambassadors for Christ, carrying His message of reconciliation to the world. How do you find out about your part in ministry and how do you know your gifting? A personal evaluation can cover many avenues and provide a starting place although it can't answer all your questions. Ultimately you will learn how you best serve as you serve. Jump in and volunteer to help and ask for guidance from mature believer in your church. To begin, here are some areas to prayerfully consider as you think though how God has made you and what role you have in his church and mission. a. the DISC profile. Who am I, relationally? - how do I behave in various situations around different kinds of people. You can learn, grow and adjust and get better are relating to everyone. b. spiritual gifts inventory. Who am I, in service? - ask your pastor if there is a spiritual gifts inventory that he uses - remember that this can't tell you what your gifts are but it can't give you some direction as you think and pray through it. - many of your gifts will be discovered and build upon as you serve and begin to get involved in Christ's mission c. hobby, interest, skill set. Who am I, in my current and future ability? - you already know a lot about many different things. From cooking to carpentry, people bring some skills to the table when they come to Christ. - I recommend making a list of everything you know and can do, along with things you already have a desire to learn, and prayerfully give each one to God. d. training. A. Past, what I have now. - education and practical skills B. Future, what I want or need. - as doors open for ministry and service, you may see the need for more training. e. experience. - God uses all you are to make you a fitting tool for helping others A. Work B. Ministry C. Life f. Pursue spiritual growth - be intentional - seek out people who are actively growing to talk with - assume God wants to use you! What all this means is that we need to be intentional about our relationships and seeking out people who will challenge us to live like Jesus. It also means pursuing opportunities to learn about God's Word. It also means looking for opportunities to join His church on His mission. Next time we want to consider the role that the church has in helping people connect to Jesus and to each other. As always, it takes being intentional and putting our theology into actions! (5:00) ********* (5:00) DOCTRINE July - God – Omnipresent, Holy, Righteous and Just August – Jesus September – Holy Spirit God is Righteous and Just Deut. 32:3-4 For I proclaim the name of the Lord: Ascribe greatness to our God. 4 He is the Rock, His work is perfect; For all His ways are justice, A God of truth and without injustice; Righteous and upright is He. Romans 3:21-26 21 But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, 22 even the righteousness of God, through faith in Jesus Christ, to all and on all who believe. For there is no difference; 23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, 24 being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, 25 whom God set forth as a propitiation by His blood, through faith, to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance God had passed over the sins that were previously committed, 26 to demonstrate at the present time His righteousness, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. God always does what is right. He Himself is the standard for what is right. God is always all that He ought to be as God. He is always consistent with His own character. (1:00) How connected are you with the church? How can you help others connect to Jesus and His family? In both cases, the love of God is a driving force that compels us toward Him and others as we join Him on His mission. It can be difficult but there is nothing in life that is as worth the effort as pursuing Jesus and following Him. Thanks for joining me again today! Stop and say a prayer for your church family today! I'd love to hear from you, write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running. (00:00)

Sunday, July 14, 2024  |  Message by Pastor Josh Bevan Main Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

July 21, 2024 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: The Church Jesus builds isn't a building at all; it's people following Jesus together. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

We are kicking off a new series on the 8 markers of health at Imprint Church: Jesus, Bible, Worship, Unity, Prayer, Generosity, Witness, and Love.Today, we talk about Jesus. Why is Jesus central to church health? What does a community that is centered on Jesus look like? Listen as Darren, Suzanne, McGregor, and Rex discuss.

With over 2 billion Christians and 200 denominations in the US alone, how do you know if your church is the true Church Jesus started?

JonMarc Grodi and his guests address the personal obstacles, doctrinal objections, and the irresistible attraction to the Church Jesus founded 2,000 years ago.

JonMarc Grodi and his guests address the personal obstacles, doctrinal objections, and the irresistible attraction to the Church Jesus founded 2,000 years ago.

Many people have endless opinions about what the Church should be, but only Jesus creates it, working through Spirit-filled people. So, what should that look like? Among the most beautiful descriptions of the Church Jesus is building occurs in Paul's letter named for the Ephesians. In response, Pastor and author Eugene Peterson coined the term […]

JonMarc Grodi and his guests address the personal obstacles, doctrinal objections, and the irresistible attraction to the Church Jesus founded 2,000 years ago.

Father shows us that as St Joseph was the father of the Head of the Church (Jesus), he is also the father of the Body of the Church.