Shartel Church

Reflecting Jesus means modeling His integrity. Though we will never be perfect people, we should be people whose word can be trusted and whose lives reflect the character of Christ. In this message, we’ll look at how Jesus was tempted like we were, but overcame. We’ll discover how we can be overcomers too!

Jesus said that love would be the most distinguishable trait that would let people know we were His followers. That love isn’t simply a love for people who love us! It’s a love for those who are our enemies. It’s a love that is more than a feeling; it’s action. It’s also learning to love ourselves. If we ever hope to reflect Jesus, we have to start with love.

What does it take for us to FULLY reflect Jesus to others? That’s the question we’ll pose in this message. Much like a partially reflecting moon, we often have things that are shadowing God’s life and holiness in our lives. We’ll challenge ourselves to face, deal with, and overcome whatever it is in our lives that’s shading the brilliance of Jesus. We want to be full, pure reflections of His Glory...

One of the ways we have the opportunity to “shine” for Jesus is through serving. Whether as a teacher or greeter, kitchen worker or office helper, whether inside the church or inside a hospital or school, God has a place of each of us! This message will challenge our folks to find at least one or more places to put their gifts and talents to work.

Jesus has given us the task of being His witnesses in the world. In this message, we’ll explore how to do that in a loving and effective way. We’ll learn how to tell our God-story, which is a story that SOMEONE needs to hear! We’ll also be challenged to be diligent about inviting people to church where they can be exposed to other believers and other stories. Some people are just an invitation awa...

Jesus was described in Acts as being one “who went around doing good.” Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we, as His followers, were known that way, too? This message will challenge us to be agents of God’s Love—not just loving people with our hearts, but loving them through deeds that demonstrate that love. God came. God gave. God forgave. All action. We’ll discover how to put our love into action as we...

You can’t reflect light you are not receiving! This message will challenge you to lean fully into the light of God by studying His Word and applying it to their lives. God has provided His Light in a number of wonderful ways, but WE must take the time and make it a priority for our lives. When we do, His Power works IN us and THROUGH us. Let’s POWER UP!