Take Jesus Public

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Take Jesus Public

December 31, 2023 • Courtney Harkness • Matthew 4:23–25

Too often, we become eager to do things FOR God, when we have not yet allowed Him to do certain things IN us. But the example of Jesus helps us to embrace God’s process, so that we can be ready to fulfill His purpose.

Gospel Renewal

February 4, 2024 • Courtney Harkness • 1 Corinthians 15:1–2

The gospel is present tense, though sometimes we treat it like it’s past tense. But it wasn't just good news a long time ago... the gospel IS good news for us today!

Embracing Change, for a Change

January 28, 2024 • Courtney Harkness • 2 Chronicles 36:22–23

In a rapidly-changing world, the priority of the Church isn't to just "hold things steady." If we trust God, we can begin to see changes in culture as open doors for gospel advancement.

How to Brighten Up the World

January 21, 2024 • Courtney Harkness • Matthew 10:16

There is something very powerful about truth in context. Throughout the biblical narrative, we see God’s word showing up in the practicality of everyday life - the divine invading the ordinary. This means that obedience to His will demands much more than just some empty religious theory; it actually requires contextualization. The challenge of the church is to translate the love of God into the lives of people. So a proper witness to the world demands that believers do more than just believe privately - we must also be willing to demonstrate what we believe publicly. Only then can we make progress in our gospel effort to brighten up the world.