Authentic

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Authentic

Harris Creek Baptist Church

August 25, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • 1 John 1:4–7

Walking in the light of Christ brings joy, authenticity, and true fellowship with others. In this light, we are honest with God and each other, and we find deep connections. It's also where we receive forgiveness, as Jesus' sacrifice cleanses us from sin. Living in the light fills our lives with joy, community, and grace.

Find authenticity in the light

Find fellowship in the light

Find forgiveness in the light

Life Group Discussion:

How can you bring more authenticity into your relationship with God and others? What are specific areas in your life where you might struggle with being transparent or honest.

What steps can you take to deepen your fellowship with other believers in your community? Think about ways to build stronger connections with those around you through shared faith and experiences.

How does understanding Christ’s forgiveness influence the way you deal with guilt and sin in your daily life? Reflect on how embracing His grace can change your mindset and actions.

Prayerful

October 13, 2024 • Jon Passavant • Colossians 4:2–3, Philippians 4:6

In this powerful sermon, you'll discover the transformative role of prayer in your daily life. Jon highlights the importance of being thankful in prayer, reminding us to express gratitude in every circumstance. You'll also learn how to be watchful in prayer, staying spiritually alert to God’s guidance and the world around you. With real-life applications and scriptural wisdom, this message will deepen your faith and strengthen your connection with God.

Missional

October 6, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Acts 1:4–8

In this message, you'll explore the core message of what it means to live on mission for Christ. JP highlights the power of missions, explaining how the Holy Spirit empowers us to share the Gospel boldly. You'll also learn about the proclamation of missions, where believers are called to testify about Jesus' death and resurrection. Lastly, the sermon dives into the places of missions, encouraging you to start sharing your faith locally and expand outward to impact the world. This message will inspire you to see every part of your life as an opportunity to spread the hope of the Gospel. The power of missions The proclamation of missions The places of missions Life Group Discussion: What are the biggest challenges or fears that prevent you from sharing your faith with others? How can sharing personal stories of faith and transformation make evangelism more relatable and impactful for those around us? How does understanding the global need for the Gospel (3.4 billion unreached people) impact our responsibility as Christians to share our faith?

Innovative

September 29, 2024 • Nate Hilgenkamp • 1 Corinthians 9:19–23

While the message of salvation through Jesus remains unchanged, the Church should creatively adapt how it reaches people. The heart of innovation in ministry is service, and its purpose is to bring people closer to Jesus. Ultimately, the joy of innovation is sharing in the blessings of transformed lives and faith. The Posture of Innovation is Service The Purpose of Innovation is Salvation The Prize of Innovation is sharing in the blessings of the gospel Life Group Discussion: How does the story of the Thai soccer team rescue illustrate the urgency of innovation in ministry, and how does that relate to the Church's mission to reach the lost? Think about a time when you focused on your own preferences in church (worship style, message, etc.). How could you reframe your perspective to prioritize how the church can serve and reach others, rather than meeting your own expectations? When you think about the people in your life who don’t know Jesus, how can you innovate the way you interact with them to help bring them closer to salvation?