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Acts 3:1-10 Peter and John encounter a man who was lame from birth. The man was begging, yet Peter offers what he has, in the name of Jesus Christ. The man is healed! How do we offer the gifts that we have when needed most?

Love is Indispensable 1 Corinthians 12:31b –13:13 The Apostle Paul shows the most excellent way to be the body of Christ: recognizing God’s unconditional love that never fails! How does love inspire us to use our gifts to glorify God through Jesus Christ?

09-29-2024 - Gifted - Bonus Message by FaithWestwood UMC

1 Corinthians 12:13-31a The Apostle Paul continues to speak to the Corinthian church about how one body has many parts, and so it is with Christ! How can the body of Christ recognize each part so that there is unity in the body?

1 Corinthians 12:1-11 The Apostle Paul informs the early Church about spiritual gifts. There are different kinds of gifts but the same Spirit distributes them. What are these spiritual gifts, and how can we use them today?

On this Labor Day, may we join our hearts together in Word & Song, remembering that we are called to serve Jesus Christ every day! Scripture: Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 8:18-22; Matt. 9:9-13; Matt. 9:35-38; Matt. 10:1-8

On this Labor Day, may we join our hearts together in Word & Song, remembering that we are called to serve Jesus Christ every day! Scripture: Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 8:18-22; Matt. 9:9-13; Matt. 9:35-38; Matt. 10:1-8

John 15:1-9 As Jesus proclaims that he is the True Vine, he reminds his followers about being pruned to bear more fruit. If Jesus is the vine, and his followers are the branches, then they must remain in him and in his love. How can we, as Jesus’ disciples, bear much fruit to the glory of God?

Hebrews 11:32-40 The author of Hebrews recounts the names of those who were commended for their faith yet did not receive what had been promised. Wait, what?! How can we live into the promises of “something better” that God has planned?

Daniel 3:1-18 Daniel’s friends would not worship the gods of the Babylonian King, and so they were thrown into the fiery furnace. How do we believe in God’s promises to walk with us through the fires in life?

John 14:1-7 When the disciples were anxious and fearful about his departure from them, Jesus tries to give them encouragement, reminding them that he is the Way, Truth, and Life. How might we follow Jesus to the cross and beyond?

Jeremiah 36:1-9 & Romans 16:1-2 In the Old Testament, Baruch served in a very important role as Jeremiah’s scribe. In the New Testament, Phoebe is lifted up as a deacon, benefactor, and servant of the church. How might these witnesses inspire our servanthood?

John 11:25-44 Lazarus’ death deeply grieves his sisters, Mary and Martha, and even Jesus. When confronted, Jesus declares that he is the resurrection and the life and later raises Lazarus from the dead. How might we claim this resurrection spirit and be raised to new life?

John 10:11-18 Jesus declares that the Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep who know him. Hired hands run away in times of danger and don’t care for the sheep like the shepherd. Today, how can we, like sheep, listen to the Shepherd’s voice and claim Jesus as the Good Shepherd?

2 Samuel 12:1-14 King David sinned, and the LORD sent Nathan to speak the truth in love to David. As he utilizes a parable to tell this story, David is convicted of the truth, confesses, and repents. How can we claim courage to speak the truth in love to those that we love as well as to repent of our sin?

John 10:1-10 As Jesus speaks to the Pharisees, he describes how the one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep! This figure of speech escaped the religious leaders, yet Jesus’ proclamation of being the Gate for the sheep is a powerful one. How might we claim this gate and the abundant (full) life that Jesus offers?

1 Samuel 1:9-20 During her time of worship, Hannah wept and prayed for the LORD to bless her with a child. Her encounter with Eli the Priest allows her to name her pain and hopes. How do we trust in God with all of our hopes and fears?

John 8:12-20 Jesus boldly proclaims that he is the Light of the World in contrast to religious leaders who would challenge him. How can we follow Christ today so that we never walk in darkness and claim the light of life?

Esther 3:1-13 In Esther, we experience hatred, prejudice, and even religious persecution. Haman’s plans to destroy the Jews are thwarted by Queen Esther. How do we continue to “renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness” in this world?

John 6:25-35 The multitudes looked for Jesus after they were fed bread and fish, yet Jesus invites them to work for the food that endures to eternal life. They want this bread! How can we believe in Jesus who is the Bread of Life?

Joshua 2:1-14 Before God’s people enter the Promised Land, Rahab helps the spies sent by Joshua and asks for kindness in return. Rahab believed that God’s hand was at work, and so she becomes a part of God’s amazing story. What risks might we take to experience new beginnings in the name of God?

John 19:38 – 20:2 Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive as we remember when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. How does this inspire us to be raised to new life?

Mark 4:35-41 (NIV) Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive! Jesus calms a storm and amazes the disciples. How can we learn to trust in Jesus through the storms of life?

Celebrate this year’s Scuba Vacation Bible School with songs, scripture, and lessons!

Jonah 3:10 - 4:11 (NIV) Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive and explore the story of Jonah. We can remember that God loves us, even when we try to run away!