Mike shared about one of our core values as a church– Advancing God’s Kingdom. He reminded us of the God’s calling to us to live as citizens of His kingdom and partner in His mission as He makes all things new. He also challenged us with some practical tips to be more intentional in living out this mission.
Read MoreHue finished Ephesians 5 by focusing on verses 21-32. He urged us to “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.” He carefully explained what this mutual submission looks like, especially in the context of Paul’s specific instructions to husbands and wives within this passage. Hue emphasized the importance of understanding these roles as part of a deeper spiritual relationship rooted in respect and love.
Read MoreMike exposited on three significant attributes of Jesus as illustrated in Mark 14. He described Jesus as ‘Supremely Paramount,’ emphasizing His ultimate authority and importance in our lives. Additionally, He serves as our ‘Gracious Propitiation,’ highlighting the immense grace He extends to us through His sacrifice. Finally, Mike pointed out that Jesus is ‘Divinely Positioned,’ underscoring His intentional and purposeful role in the divine plan for salvation.
“Humility, Honesty and Honor are essential to holiness and holiness is essential to walking with God and walking with God requires courage.”
Kalena continued our courageous living series on the book of Joshua speaking from chapter 9 challenging us to live according to the call to a life of humility, honesty and honor.
Read More“There is no Suddenly for God, only Gradually”.
Caleb encouraged the church to trust God’s plans and purpose as well as His timing and be faithful throughout the process. God works little by little but we often tend to want it all at once. But God invites us to see the bigger picture and rejoice in the process as he prepares us little by little for His big plans!
Read More“Understand that I HAVE a special gift- and that I AM a special gift to the body of Christ”
Steve and Teri Barr are trusted friends of restoration and they encouraged the church to follow Jesus’ example of humble service and use our gifts to serving Christ and one another wholeheartedly with humility and enthusiasm.
Read More“The word of God” is the entire message of Jesus Christ including its implication for our lives”
John 1:1 walked us through Pauls ministry in Thessalonica from Thessalonians 2 highlighting the Paul’s encouragement for the church to be transformed by God’s work which is at work in those who believe.
Read MoreWorship is the proper response to God’s revalation. Paul calls believers to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice in light of God’s incredible mercy , as an appropriate response . This is our true and proper worship. Wholehearted, unreserved devotion to Him in response to a proper understanding of God's unfailing love for us His unwavering faithfulness.
Read MoreHue reminded us about God’s heart for His people. God’s biggest desire for us is to offer us the gift of salvation and be in fellowship with Him. He then invites to join him in restoring and redeeming all things according to his great plan!
Read MoreHue spoke from Ephesians 1:15-23 continuing on from last week.
“Growing in our revelation of Jesus leads to knowing the hope which God has called us to“
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