We're often tempted to take the easy way out, but when we do so, we're like workers who build on a foundation of sand. Jesus shows us a better way, and when we build on the foundation of his teaching, we build a life that can endure.
Jesus' words are life-giving. They are meant to be so much more than just heard. They are to be lived out and acted upon. When we live them out, we will find ourselves building our lives upon the only solid foundation: Jesus Christ.
When building something, we start with the instructions, but instructions can't tell us how to deal with every situation. By exploring one of the most well-known sets of instructions—the Ten Commandments—we discover a pattern that shows us a way of life that's based in love.
The instructions God gives us are good and life-giving, and in them we learn how to love God and neighbor better. When used the wrong way, though, these instructions can make our faith legalistic and dry. When used correctly, however, we can see God's heart more clearly and know how to love others better.
In the book of Acts, the Antioch Church was a church that dug deep and reached out. Like them, we too can dig deep with devotion, encouragement, and discipleship, as well as reach out through the Holy Spirit, to diverse groups, in love.
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Recent Posts
Recent Sermons
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Building on a Firm FoundationDr. Mark Foster, July 14, 2019
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Building on a Firm FoundationRev. John Vick, July 12, 2019
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Follow the InstructionsRev. Brandon Blacksten, July 7, 2019
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Following the InstructionsRev. John Vick, July 5, 2019
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Mission OutpostRev. John Vick, June 30, 2019
Bible Text: Acts 11:21-26