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It can be difficult to focus our time and energy on the things of Jesus. From scripture, we can see that God gives us all we need to relentlessly pursue Him all we have to do is believe in Him. 

Wine-making is a decades-long process. So how did Jesus make it with a few pots and some water? In John, we see the first sign of Jesus, and that sign is turning water into wine. Why is this important, and why start with this sign? 

There are many misconceptions about discipleship; one of these is being a disciple is separate from being a disciple-maker. But what we see in scripture shows that disciples are disciple-makers. How do we do this?

In the book of John, we see many signs from Jesus, but what do they mean? Jesus does seven signs in the book of John, and with each sign we learn something new. What dose it mean to believe?

It's common to hear people say, "I am a Christian," but we don't see life change. Is that normal? Does your life have to change to follow Jesus? We read in scripture that Jesus calls the disciples to leave everything behind and follow Him. Do we have the same calling? Let's take a closer look at this account in John and Matthew. 

How can we serve those around us and share the gospel with others? We can start with people we already know. Look for ways you can serve them and share the gospel.

See one, do one, teach one - January 22, 2023 Do we see discipleship today? Discipleship is showing someone how to follow Jesus, then walking with them as they follow Jesus and then sending them to teach others to follow Jesus. #church #indiana #greenwoodindiana #newhope

Take time this week to reach out and listen to a family member, a neighbor, or a friend. Bless those who are around you by listening to them.

As we are going, we make disciples that make disciples. The Church grows when it’s full of disciple making disciples who are seeking Christ. Let’s go and make disciples teaching to make disciples as we all follow Christ.

Time to reflect on God's word.

Jesus has charged us to go and make disciples of all nations and this is not just reserved for missionaries. This great commandment was given to you as much as it was given to a missionary.

Time of response to God's word.

Are you doing the work God has called you? Are you making disciples who make disciples? Jesus calls us to go and make disciples and serve our neighbors. The role of serving; and discipling is not just for your pastor; it's also for you.

Three-part Christmas Eve service. As we celebrate the lighting of the Christ candle, we reflect on light overcoming darkness, a savior who overcame everything, and how we are to be the light in our world by being Jesus in every corner of our world.

Because of sin, we have become selfish and disobedient to God, and as a result, we live in shame. Jesus came to be our mediator, the sacrifice for our sins, and leaves us the Holy Spirit dwelling within us to restore our hearts to the things of God. #advent #Jesus #God #church #advent #indiana #greenwoodindiana

Scripture describes Jesus's second arrival as an event you cannot miss. He is coming to restore His people and make everything new.

Before the fall, Adam and Eve used to walk in the garden with God, but this relationship was broken after Adam and Eve sinned. God weaves a plan to restore this relationship by sending His only Son to die in our place, extending an olive branch of peace.

In week one of Advent, we will focus on the need for a sacrifice and the sending of Jesus as this sacrifice.

In advent week one, we learn about Jesus as the sacrificial lamb sent to die for our sins. From Jesus's birth to His death we read that this was God's plan from the start.

God uses our willingness to give (time, talent, and treasures) to grow our faith and his kingdom.

Paul tells us that in every situation, we should give thanks. He says this, knowing what it's like to give thanks after being beaten and jailed for sharing the gospel. We give thanks, knowing that it is because of God we can find peace in difficult times.

In scripture, we see many of the ups and downs of Abraham's faith. If we focus on just Abraham's failure to have faith, we can easily miss the growth of his faith as God fulfills His promises.

Let's learn more about how to give with joy as we learn to live, love, and go like Jesus.

Romans 4:11-12 Paul refers to Genesis 15 and God's promise to Abram when addressing the gentiles in Romans 4. His reference to this Old Testament text shows us that the same promise of blessings is not just for Abram but for all of his sons.

It is common to hear people speak of salvation as a gift we earn, but we don't see this concept in scripture. Romans shows us that if it's up to us to earn our salvation, we would all be deserving of death. So what can we do to be saved?