Following Together (Central Baptist Edmonton)

Do you ever feel stuck—like no matter how hard you try, you're not growing or moving forward? Jesus gives us a simple but powerful truth: real growth only happens when we stay connected to him. Without him, we wither, but with him, we thrive. What would it look like to stop striving on your own and start abiding in the life he offers?

Life can feel uncertain, lonely, and confusing, but what if God has already given us everything we need to walk in truth and confidence? Jesus’ words in John 14 reveal a powerful promise—one that changes how we experience His presence, hear His voice, and follow His way. If you’ve ever struggled to understand what it really means to love and obey Jesus, or if you feel like you’re doing it all on y...

How do you feel about the future? When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to get caught up in fear or worry about what comes next. But what if you didn’t have to face those fears alone? Today, Jesus invites you to receive his peace, direction, and lasting purpose—three things that can change your perspective from anxiety to hope.

When’s the last time you were betrayed or hurt by someone close to you? Jesus faced this with Judas and Peter—one betrayed him, the other denied him—but he still chose to love. Jesus was deeply hurt, but he didn’t let pain define him. Instead, he chose to love, and he calls us to do the same.

Ever feel like you're the one always doing the work, while others seem to slack off? Or maybe you're in charge and can’t understand why people don’t follow through?  In this talk, we take a closer look at Jesus washing His disciples' feet, an act of love and humility that flips our expectations upside down. Discover how this powerful moment not only reveals God's heart for us, but also shows us ho...

Life is full of threshold moments—big transitions that can shape us in powerful ways. Some bring joy, others bring challenge, but all require wisdom and courage. How do we navigate these turning points well? In this talk, we’ll uncover six essentials for stepping into life’s next chapter with trust, hope, and a steady confidence in God’s good plans.

God actively led the wisemen to the Christ child.  Yet the wisemen had to take steps to follow God's leading.  We need to take the necessary steps to follow God's leading in our lives.  

How do you feel about the future? Do you have hope or find yourself anxious about what lies ahead? In this message, we'll look at a surprising way to awaken greater hope for tomorrow. Join us as we explore how God’s presence, promises, and people can transform your outlook on life.

Worship of Jesus takes our eyes off of ourselves. It shapes how we interact with one another. There is level ground when it comes to giving our worship to Jesus. In worship, no matter what status we hold, we can experience commonality and community. When we experience the majesty and holiness of God like the shepherds did, we are compelled to want to share that joy with others around us. O come le...

Our hearts long for retribution; for justice to be had. In our movies, shows, and in our music, culture celebrates when someone gets their due. Here's the problem: the cycle continues because revenge only scratches the surface of the real issue. What our situations require is worship. Worship leads us to what we all really need to hear, be reminded of, and experience: God's ultimate road to justic...

Christian worship is more than a Sunday tradition. It’s a powerful, weekly practice that reorients our hearts toward humility and God’s faithfulness. Through Mary’s song in Luke 1, we’ll see how worship challenges the lies of pride and materialism while filling us with trust in the promise-keeping God.

As Jesus concludes his final public teaching before beginning his journey toward the cross, he reminds us that he came into the world to give us the best picture of who God is and the true life He offers. How we choose to view Jesus in our life today impacts whether or not we will be able to see God clearly for who He is and to receive His invitation to eternal life with Him forever.

Sometimes, in our world, something so enormously important happens that will alter the lives we live. Even though the signs are all there, people are oblivious to it and go on with their lives. In our passage today, John shows us that even though Jesus had been performing many signs and showing the people that life in relation to God was changing, the people resisted Him. Jesus warns them, and all...

In this passage, Jesus reminds his hearers that he has spoken of and has demonstrated his intention that all who seek him will find him easily; Jesus isn't hiding! For a myriad of reasons, a couple found in this passage, many have chosen to hide from him despite his invitation to come into his light. So, Jesus. again, invites us no to judgement, but, instead, to step out of darkness into his light...

What if your life is like a seed, full of incredible potential waiting to be unlocked? Jesus offers an invitation to something greater, but it requires sacrifice and a choice. Are you ready to plant your life in Him and embrace the life He’s calling you to?

When God doesn’t act as we expect, how do we respond? As Jesus entered Jerusalem, the crowds had strong reactions—some celebrated, others opposed, and many misunderstood him. Through this moment, we see how our own expectations can shape, and even distort, our view of God. Are we pursuing God for who he truly is, or for what we hope he’ll do for us?

It is challenging to think clearly about our money. We tend to view it as a limited resource that needs to be constantly protected. The Bible, however, paints a much more compelling picture: our money is like a seed that we can chose to hold onto or to plant. It’s a powerful resource with potential that cannot be unlocked until it’s given away. So … what are you doing with your money these days?

There is almost no better way to find out who someone is than when pressure is applied. Pressure is a great way to find out who you really are vs who you think you are. In our passage, everyone is under pressure but no one more so than Jesus as he faces his impending arrest and death. At this meal meant to honour Jesus, we get a glimpse of who Jesus is under pressure. We find that he cares, he is...

In John chapter 12, the narrative highlights a dinner, where Mary anoints Jesus' feet with expensive perfume, signifying her love and sacrifice for Him. This act contrasts with Judas Iscariot's selfish motives, showcasing the difference between authentic sacrifice and self-serving actions. The passage invites readers to reflect on their own devotion to Jesus, emphasizing that true followers demons...

The incredible work of Jesus in our lives is not something only to be thankful for privately, but that ought to elicit a response in our lives that the world around us can see. On many occasions throughout Jesus’ earthly ministry, we see people respond to his teaching and his work….in a variety of ways. The story of Jesus’ anointing lines up two of these responses side by side, that of Mary and of...

Loss and grief are unavoidable in this world. So how do we deal with these experiences, and how do we walk alongside others in difficult times? In the story of Lazarus, Jesus identifies himself as the source of hope and models for us how to grieve well.

What makes a leader truly worth following? During the ancient Jewish festival of Hanukkah, Jesus speaks publicly for the last time. He makes bold claims about himself, and he challenges us to think about who we allow to influence us and how we can lead others well.

Our world is full of beautiful potential and dangerous pitfalls. How can we experience the joy while avoiding the pain? In short, it comes down to leadership. Who are you following and how is it working? Jesus calls himself the Good Shepherd, and clarifies the difference between good and bad leaders.

In order to live well, we need to see and understand how the world actually works. In this captivating, multi-layered, surprise-ending story, Jesus demonstrates his compassion and reveals why it’s so important to see him for who he really is.

The Gospel of John has held a special place in the heart of the church for thousands of years, drawing millions into a relationship with Jesus and deepening their faith. While its mission is clearly outlined in chapter 20, the richness of the book can’t be fully appreciated by reading it quickly. It’s crafted to slowly reveal its meaning as one listens, reads, thinks deeply, and discusses it with...