2: An Ambassador who was a Notorious Woman

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2: An Ambassador who was a Notorious Woman

October 13, 2024 • Jamie Stilson

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In this sermon, Pastor Jamie discusses the concept of being a King's ambassador, highlighting the mission given to every believer. The narrative centers around Jesus' encounter with a broken woman at the well, emphasizing His approach of grace and love towards her despite her troubled past. Through her transformation, she becomes a powerful ambassador, inviting others to experience Jesus as she did, showcasing that everyone can be a miracle of reconciliation. Ultimately, the message calls believers to actively share their faith and embrace their role in the ongoing mission of bringing others to Christ.

6. The House of Miracles

Jamie Stilson

Pastor Jamie discusses the importance of sharing personal stories of faith and service within the church, emphasizing that every believer has a unique story to tell. He compares the church to an embassy, a "house of miracles," where transformed lives gather to honor Jesus and serve one another with love and humility. The sermon highlights the significance of gratitude and worship, illustrated through the acts of Martha and Mary, and the miracle of Lazarus's resurrection serves as a powerful testament to Jesus's transformative power. Ultimately, Pastor Jamie calls on us to recognize their role as ambassadors of Christ, sharing the good news and embodying the message of reconciliation in their communities.

5. An Ambassador that was Greedy

Jamie Stilson

In this sermon, Pastor Jamie emphasizes that everyone, regardless of their background or past sins, can experience redemption through Jesus. Using the story of Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector, Pastor Jamie illustrates that Jesus seeks out the unlikely and marginalized, inviting them into relationship and salvation. He encourages the congregation to be ambassadors of Christ by praying for divine appointments and showing generosity in their lives, reflecting the love and kindness of Jesus. Ultimately, the message is about embracing one’s identity as a follower of Christ, sharing that faith openly, and demonstrating gratitude through generous actions.

4. An Ambassador who was Possessed

Jamie Stilson

In this sermon, Pastor Jamie discusses the powerful story of a demon-possessed man in Luke chapter eight, illustrating how Jesus chooses broken individuals as His ambassadors. The transformation of the man, from being lost and hopeless to being set free and becoming an ambassador for Christ, emphasizes that no one is beyond redemption. Pastor Jamie challenges listeners to share their personal testimonies of transformation with others, especially those who seem far from God. The message encourages believers to pray for the seemingly hopeless and to act as representatives of Jesus, believing in His power to change lives.