Baptism is a symbolic act that simply declares...I’m with Jesus. It is the believer’s wedding band, symbolizing their personal relationship with with their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Baptism must symbolize the Gospel, only believer should be baptized and baptism is a simple matter of obedience to Jesus Christ.
Re-Discovering Worship: The Sacrifice of Worship
If it’s worship, it will sacrifice. If it won’t sacrifice, it’s not worship. Jesus invites anybody who desires to follow him to deny themselves, take up their cross daily and follow Him. And yet, we seem surprised when following Jesus costs us anything. Today, we discuss the Sacrifice of Worship from John 12:20-26.
Re-Discovering Worship: The Corporate Component of Worship
Have you ever heard someone say that they don’t need to go to church to worship God? Usually this is an excuse given by those who would rather be sleeping, hunting or working on a Sunday than in corporate worship with other believers. But, do they have a point? Is corporate worship necessary or is it optional? These questions and more get answered from John 12:9-19 today in a message titled, “The Corporate Component of Worship.” Tags/Key words: Gospel of John, Worship, Church, Gathering, Community
Re-Discovering Worship: The Extravagance of Worship
Have you ever been so overcome with gratitude or overwhelmed with love that you had to do...SOMETHING! Mary of Bethany found herself in just such a situation at dinner one night. She was sitting with a friend who had been healed from leprosy, her brother who was no longer dead and Jesus; the one responsible for both miracles. How did she respond? With Extravagant Worship!