An Identity That Leads to Action

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An Identity That Leads to Action

2 Corinthians 5-11-21

May 23, 2021

An Identity That Leads to Action 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 My identity in Christ leads me to be an ambassador for Christ. 1. We go because the fear of God compels us (Vv. 11-15) - God's love is big enough for all people - God's love is strong enough for you 2. We go because the grace of God transforms us (Vv. 16-17, 21) - In Christ, God has transformed me inwardly - In Christ, God has reconciled me to Himself - In Christ, God has unified me with others 3. We go because the purpose of God captivates us (Vv. 18-20) - We persuade others with the Gospel - We plead with others with the Gospel Where is God calling me to go? - Into my church? - Into my city? - Across cultures?

Guest Speaker: Donald Whitney - Family Worship

August 11, 2024 • Dr. Donald Whitney • Romans 8:26–31

Today we have the privilege of hearing from Dr. Donald Whitney as we conclude our EQUIPPING THE FAMILY CONFERENCE. Don is originally from Osceola, Arkansas where he came to believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. He holds multiple seminary degrees including a Doctor in Ministry degree and Ph.D. in theology. Don served in pastoral ministry for a total of twenty-four years, with fifteen years as the pastor of Glenfield Baptist Church in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. He currently serves as Professor of Biblical Spirituality and Pastoral Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He previously served for 19 years as a professor at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and is the founder and president of The Center for Biblical Spirituality. Don lives with his wife Caffy in Kansas City, MO. They have one adult daughter and five grandchildren. Don has authored many books including: "Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life" "How Can I be Sure I'm a Christian?" "Spiritual Disciplines within the Church" "Ten Questions to Diagnose Your Spiritual Health" "Simplify Your Spiritual Life" "Praying the Bible" "Family Worship"

Magnify, Multiply, Make a Difference...For HIS Kingdom

April 14, 2024 • Dr. Derrick Wilson • 1 Peter 2:1–12

It's a great day to Magnify our Lord together! We are celebrating through baptism, our kids choir is helping lead worship, and Bro. Derrick is preaching from God's word in 1 Peter 1:1-12. Today's message is, "Magnify, Multiply, Make a Difference... For HIS Kingdom!

Hear and Do

April 7, 2024 • Dr. Derrick Wilson • Deuteronomy 6

It's our joy and privilege to commission new parents who wish to dedicate their children to the Lord. These parents and our church family will agree together to teach their children the ways of Christ. Today's message is "Hear and Do," from Deuteronomy 6.