Made New Series
How Easter Changes Everything
Made New: Faith In Action
April 30, 2023 • Pastor Gilles • James 2:14–17, Luke 7:1–10
A faith in Jesus that does not result in action is worthless. The Bible seems to suggest that true faith is demonstrated by our deeds. A powerful example of faith in the scriptures is that of the Centurion in Luke 7. This man asks for Jesus to come to His house because he believes Jesus is the only hope of healing for his servant. The centurion’s faith was not something that he only held in his heart; it was something he was willing to act upon. Jesus actually comments on how amazed he is by the man’s faith.
Made New: Part of God’s Family
April 23, 2023 • Pastor Gilles • Acts 2:42–47, 1 John 1:3
The early church shared a deep sense of fellowship around their belief in the risen Christ. They supported each other’s faith based on their shared love for Jesus and commitment to living out His teachings. They shared with anyone who needed it and spent time reading the scripture and eating together. This spirit of community allowed their numbers to grow each day and for the Gospel to spread far and wide. Today, believers can enjoy the community that comes from faith. Being a part of God’s family helps us experience all that God has for us. Think: I cannot live out my faith on my own. I need others to stay strong to the end. Feel: I am not alone. Even in my darkest hour, there are people who will be there with
Made New: Moving Past Our Past
April 16, 2023 • Pastor Gilles • Philippians 3:13–14, Galatians 2:20–21
One of the greatest obstacles to us growing in our faith is the inability to receive the forgiveness of God fully. Our past mistakes, shortcomings, and failures too often hold us back from all that God has for us. God invites us to live with a future focus. Rather than dwelling on the past, we live with eager anticipation for what lies ahead.
Faith In Christ Makes Us New
April 9, 2023 • Pastor Gilles • Matthew 28:1–10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:9
Easter morning revealed an empty tomb because Jesus had risen from the grave. The two women who first made the discovery had a choice to make. Do they trust the good news or ignore the evidence in front of them? The resurrection of Jesus was good news that changed the lives of the disciples and, by their impact, the world. We have the same choice to make as the woman did. When we choose faith, we are found “in Christ,” and our lives are made new.