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Matthew 9:9-13 While Jesus was having dinner at Matthew’s house, the Pharisees wonder why the teacher eats with tax collectors and sinners. Who was Jesus sent to serve and to save, and how do you avoid being too judgey?

Luke 10:1-11 Jesus sends out 70+ saying “the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” Those sent were invited to eat and drink what was given to them. How do you trust in God’s provision when serving Christ?

John 6:25-35 After feeding the crowds, the people look for Jesus, and he proclaims that he is the Bread of Life. In a world looking for quick fixes, how can you seek the spiritual food which will satisfy?

1 Peter 4:8-11 As Peter writes to believers, he says, “If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ.” Service is necessary to revive our love.

John 7:37-44 The people said in response to Jesus, “Does not Scripture say that the Messiah will come from David’s descendants and from Bethlehem, the town where David lived?” Study of the Word of God is necessary to revive our hope.

John 4:19-26 Jesus says to the woman at the well, “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” Worship is necessary to revive our faith.

08-31-2025 - Revive Us Again - Message of Word and Song by FaithWestwood UMC

Matthew 11:25-30 Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." This inviation helps us to learn and grow as disciples. How might we extend an invitation to others to seek Jesus?

Luke 9:23-27 Jesus says, "Whever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." How might we best carry these tasks as we commit ourselves to being true disciples of Jesus Christ?

Matthew 15:29-38 Jesus asks, "How many loaves to you have?" when he had compassion on the crowds and wanted to feed them. How does God invite us into mission and ministry to feed and to share resources with others?

Mark 2:1-12 Jesus asks, "Which is easier: to say to this paralyzed man, 'Your sins are forgiven,' or to say, 'Get up, take your mat and walk'?" How do we bring others to experience forgiveness and healing in the name of Jesus Christ?

Mark 12:28-34 Jesus asks, "Of all the commandments, which is the most important?" Loving God and loving neighbor is the most important commandment. How might we better love with the love of the Lord?

John 3:1-16 Jesus says to Nicodemus, "I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things?" As Jesus and Nicodemus practive reflective listening, how might we be inspired to do likewise?

Matthew 6:9-15 Jesus says to his disciples, "This, then, is how you should pray..." How does the Lord's Prayer provide a guide for our journeys with prayer in relationship with God and one another?

John 17:1-5 Faith is tested when one wears a mask in terms of living out what it means to be a Christian. Jesus prays to be glorified before his disciples and other believers. How might you remove your mask to authentically live out the Christian life of faith?

Luke 10:38-42 Faith is tested when one forgets that putting our faith into action is important! The story of Mary and Martha demonstrates how there are times when we need to sit at Jesus’ feet, and there are times when we need to serve. How might you put your faith into action in Jesus’ name?

Matthew 28:16-20 Come worship with all the excitement and joy of our kids as we celebrate our week of True North Vacation Bible School with a special message, scripture, music, and much fun!

Acts 2:1-8, 22-24 Faith is tested when one chooses to believe that life is just “fine” without allowing the Spirit to guide and to lead. On the Day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit arrived with presence and power to equip the disciples for their mission. How do we claim the Spirit’s presence and power to equip believers today?

John 10:1-10 Faith is tested when one struggles to embrace the abundant life that Jesus offers! Jesus, the Gate for the sheep and the Good Shepherd, lays down his life for the sheep! How is Jesus inviting you to embrace the abundant life as a reality for the present and for the future?

Because I Want to Be Happy John 21:1-19 Faith is tested when one seeks to find happiness and/or joy in non-spiritual places. The disciples returned to fishing, and then Jesus appears to them. Jesus asks Peter three times, “Do you love me?” Peter is reinstated for focus on his mission. How might you seek spiritual joy versus happiness?

Acts 11:1-18 Faith is tested when one encounters a challenging verse or passage of scripture. Peter tells a story about his unusual vision with a clear message that Peter cannot call anything impure that God has made clean! How has God expanded your understanding of the Bible and the Kingdom?

Acts 16:16-34 Faith is tested when one prays yet wonders if God is listening. After Paul and Silas heal a woman, they end up in prison where they pray and witness to the power of God! How might you experience transformation through the power of prayer?

Acts 16:9-15 Faith is tested when one struggles to discern God’s will. The Apostle Paul has a vision that leads him to Macedonia. There, he meets Lydia whose heart was open to the gospel message, and her household is transformed! How do we need to trust the Spirit’s guidance in our lives?

John 20:19-31 Faith is tested when one struggles to know what God looks like. Thomas’ doubt was evident as he needed to see the Risen Christ for himself. How do we need to see to believe? In this collaborative message with Camp Fontanelle's Kate Millington, hear life-transforming stories about camping ministries.

Matthew 28:1-10 At dawn on the first day of the week, women go to the tomb and find it empty with an angel saying, “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” The women are then instructed to share this news with the other disciples! This Easter, how will you “come and see” the Risen Lord?