Explore the transformative nature of God's unending grace and how it shapes our identity in Christ. Dive into the importance of surrendering to divine care, illustrated through relatable metaphors. Personal stories showcase the overwhelming love that frees us from guilt and fear. Enjoy a lighthearted tale of spontaneous shopping, revealing how joy and financial challenges intertwine. Reflect on embracing faith in the face of life's struggles, and discover the beauty of community support in personal journeys.
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Wedding Gifts Felt Like Jackpot
Jon Harkey shares a story of counting wedding gifts and money with his wife, feeling like they had won the jackpot.
The joy quickly faded as the money lasted only a short time, illustrating how earthly gifts seem big but can be underwhelming.
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Grace Often Undervalued Spiritually
God's grace is an overwhelming gift often treated as insignificant.
Believers can diminish this gift by succumbing to guilt, striving, and fear despite their adoption and redemption.
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Freedom From Condemnation
God offers freedom from condemnation through Jesus Christ for those in Him.
Truly believing you are not condemned is essential to embracing this freedom.
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Written by Florence Morse Kingsley, 'Titus: A Comrade of the Cross' is a fictional account of the life of Jesus Christ set in Jerusalem. The story was the result of a writing competition aimed at strengthening children's faith in Christ. It vividly portrays the love, mercy, and compassion of Jesus, and includes themes of sadness, sorrow, and the healing power of Jesus. The book has been highly popular since its publication in 1894.
Galatians
Scot McKnight
This commentary by Scot McKnight explores Paul's letter to the Galatians, emphasizing the Gospel message of the crucified Messiah and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding Christian morality. McKnight addresses the historical context of the letter, including the conflict over Torah observance among early Christian communities, and provides contemporary applications of the biblical text. The book is part of the NIV Application Commentary series, which aims to bring ancient messages into today's context for preachers, teachers, and students of the Bible.
Colossians
Ralph P. Martin
The Book of Colossians, attributed to the Apostle Paul, is a letter written to the church in Colossae. It emphasizes the supremacy of Christ, addressing theological issues and practical concerns of the early Christian community. Paul tackles false teachings that threatened the Colossians' faith, highlighting the fullness of Christ and the importance of living a life transformed by the Gospel. The letter offers guidance on various aspects of Christian life, including family relationships, and the importance of unity and love within the church. Colossians is a rich source of theological insights and practical advice for Christians today. It reminds us of the transformative power of faith in Christ and the importance of living a life that reflects His teachings.
Galatians
Scot McKnight
This commentary by Scot McKnight explores Paul's letter to the Galatians, emphasizing the Gospel message of the crucified Messiah and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding Christian morality. McKnight addresses the historical context of the letter, including the conflict over Torah observance among early Christian communities, and provides contemporary applications of the biblical text. The book is part of the NIV Application Commentary series, which aims to bring ancient messages into today's context for preachers, teachers, and students of the Bible.
Hebrews
Richard D. Phillips
This week, we are excited to be lead through God's word by our very own worship leader and creative director, Jon Harkey! All too often we diminish the incredible gift of God's grace by letting ourselves become slaves to guilt, striving, and fear. What would it look like to live in the freedom that Jesus purchased for us?
Key Verses // Romans 8:1-4
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Do you feel frustrated by a pattern of personal failures, overwhelmed by a chaotic culture, or disillusioned by a lack of meaning in everyday life? Your struggles do not mean you’re doomed. They’re actually a sign that you are alive. Now it’s a question of whether you will struggle well.
Pastor Ben's new book, Rest & War, is a field guide designed to equip you to walk elegantly through the battlefield of life.
Rest & War is out now, order your copy today!
https://www.restandwar.com/ — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/give-online — With Passion City Online you can join us every Sunday for gatherings at 9:30a + 11:30a! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com/dc Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — At Passion City Church, we believe that because God has displayed the ultimate sacrifice in Jesus, our response to that in worship must be extravagant. It is our privilege, and our created purpose, to reflect God’s Glory to Him through our praise, our sacrifice, and our song.
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