We can’t escape suffering; but we can understand it better. 5 Truths about suffering: 1. Christians are not exempt from suffering. 2. The blessing of your salvation far outweighs the…
“Salvation is the spiritual state of a convicted sinner who is eternally resting by faith in the forgiveness that God freely offers in Christ.” PAST SALVATION: We’ve been saved from…
1. Getting my heart in the right spot. The good samaritan - Luke 10:25-37 Who must I help? vs Who can I help? Jesus came to forgive sinners, not to…
“Martha’s problem is not in her service; it’s in her distraction. Potential threats to our successful hospitality: 1. The need to have everything just right. “Martha was distracted by all…
My approach to life and my place in the “body” Romans 12:1-5 “in view of God’s mercy” conformed or transformed (circle one) “sober judgment” = a modest assessment of oneself…
Hospitality is graciously sharing what you have with someone else. Biblical Hospitality = Sharing love to strangers Ephesians 2:11-22 "Before Christ" vs "In Christ" Romans 12:13 - Share with God's…
Values that can hinder deepening relationships: 1. Accomplishment 2. Accumulation 3. Refuge 4. Anonymity The first core concept of hospitality: Acceptance “Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you,…
What is one of the most meaningful gifts you've ever been given? When we give ourselves, we're loving like Christ. John 1:1-14 What did Jesus give? Luke 2:11 "Today in…