The Most Important Question You'll Ever Answer

Grace Chapel Wilsonville

The Most Important Question You'll Ever Answer

That question is simple: Who is Jesus?

October 20, 2024 • Mike Tatlock • Hebrews 1:3, Colossians 1:15–17, Romans 8:31–37, Acts 4:11, Psalm 18:2

In life, we're faced with countless questions, but there’s one that rises above all others. It’s a question that shapes not only our future but also how we navigate our present. In fact, the way we answer this question determines how we handle every challenge, joy, and uncertainty that comes our way.

That question is simple: Who is Jesus?

Jesus posed this question to His disciples in the region of Caesarea Philippi, a place known for its pagan worship and spiritual darkness. Amid this setting, surrounded by confusion and false beliefs, Jesus turned to His disciples and asked, "Who do people say I am?" After hearing various responses, He made it personal: "But who do you say I am?"

It’s a question we all must answer. Who do you say Jesus is?

When Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” he wasn’t just identifying Jesus as a good teacher or miracle worker. He was declaring Him as the Messiah, the Anointed One sent by God.

In ancient times, those anointed with oil—prophets, priests, and kings—were set apart for a divine purpose. But Jesus was more than just a king or prophet; He was the bridge between heaven and earth, bringing God’s presence into our brokenness. Every aspect of our lives—our pain, purpose, and problems—are like stones that we carry. When Jesus becomes our cornerstone, everything else aligns with His perfect plan.

Jesus invites us to lay our burdens at His feet and trust Him as the foundation of our lives. When we surrender to Him, we find hope, purpose, and peace. The way we answer the question, “Who is Jesus?” shapes our present and future.

The most important question you’ll ever answer is this: Who is Jesus to you? When you declare, like Peter, that He is the Christ, the Son of the living God, everything changes. You align your life with the truth, and in that truth, you find hope, purpose, and peace.

Snapshots Of Advent

December 22, 2024 • Jake Schwein • Luke 1:26–38, Matthew 1:18–25, Luke 2:8–20, Isaiah 9:6

In his sermon, Jake emphasizes the Christmas story's foundational importance, exploring themes of hope, peace, joy, and love within the context of Advent. He discusses the contrasting emotions often felt during the holiday season, such as despair and loneliness, stemming from societal pressures and the commercialization of Christmas. Through snapshots of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the Magi, he illustrates how each figure teaches us valuable lessons about trust, obedience, worship, and passionate pursuit of Jesus. Ultimately, he invites everyone—whether close to God or feeling distant—to draw near to the manger and experience the transformative power of Christ this Christmas.

Pneumatology

December 15, 2024 • Mike Tatlock • John 3:16, Acts 1:4, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 2:9

In his sermon, Mike discusses the importance of living with both consecration and captivation, framing them as essential postures for experiencing God’s presence and power in our lives. He emphasizes that true maturity in faith requires a childlike wonder and an expectancy of God's movement, highlighting the need for believers to invite God into every area of their lives. Mike shares impactful anecdotes to illustrate how we can actively engage with God and others, urging the congregation to break free from cynicism and busyness, which often dulls their spiritual sensitivity. Ultimately, he encourages everyone to cultivate a lifestyle of anticipation, being fully open to the revelations and amazing works that God has in store for them.

Ecclesiology - Part 3

December 8, 2024 • Mike Tatlock • 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Corinthians 1:27, Matthew 16:24–25, 2 Corinthians 8:1–5

In his sermon, Mike emphasizes the power of consecration, urging the congregation to offer their weaknesses, will, wealth, wilderness, and work to God. He highlights that while everyone has weaknesses, these can be the very areas through which God performs extraordinary deeds. As a response to the message, he encourages attendees to identify and write down what they are consecrating in their lives, moving from a focus on personal capacity to a posture of surrender. The message closes with a call for the Holy Spirit's guidance and the intention to cultivate a life that is flammable for God's power to ignite.