The call to follow Jesus is a radical one. It's a commitment, not a contract, a commitment that may not always be "convenient" for us. To truly follow God, our commitment to Him must surpass our commitment to those who we'd say we'd die for, including ourselves. Our obedience isn't based on our understanding of God's plan, but rather the trust we have in Him!
Radical Commitment
November 5, 2023 • Pastor Mike Towner • Luke 14:25–26
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Welcoming Change
September 10, 2023 • Pastor Mike Towner • Luke 19:10, 2 Corinthians 5:15, Matthew 4:18–20, Romans 8:29, 1 John 2:5–6
It may be comfortable to resist "change" in our lives, but we're called to embrace it! 2 Corinthians 5:15 - "and he [Jesus] died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised." Become a disciple, live for Christ, and choose to follow Him daily!
Deny Yourself
September 24, 2023 • Pastor Mike Towner • 1 Peter 1:18–19, 1 Corinthians 6:19–20, Luke 9:23, Ecclesiastes 2:1–11, Romans 6:6
Disciples deny themselves; but denying yourself doesn't mean what we traditionally think of in this context. When Jesus says in Luke 9:23: "“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.", He is referring to giving God full control of our lives. As Pastor Mike put it "Self-denial is a marvelously gracious invitation". Choose to deny yourself and let God show you the plans He has for you!