Following the Way: Following Jesus (Randy)

In this lesson, we explore what it means to follow Jesus and how following him transforms every aspect of our lives. First, Jesus calls us to deny ourselves and take up our cross daily which challenges the cultural focus on self-fulfillment and shows us how our true identity is found in him. Second, Jesus teaches that following Him must take priority over everything else. Finally, we’ll explore how experiencing Jesus’ sacrificial love on the cross transforms our hearts, giving us the strength to follow him fully.

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Following the Way: Who is in Charge of Your Life? (Chris)

Chris kicked off the new year with a lesson called, “Following the Way: Who is in Charge of Your Life?” When Christ recruited his disciples, he did so with a simple command: "Follow me."  After his resurrection, the growing Jesus movement self-identified as "Followers of the Way" -- HIS way.  Our series this spring will explore what it means to follow Jesus and to experience true life transformation.  We will start by asking a fundamental question, who is in charge of our lives?

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Light, Hope, and Transformation (Chris)

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas, this Sunday’s lesson explores how Jesus's birth and our response to it can be understood in the context of light, hope, and transformation.  Recognizing that the holiday season can be difficult as well as festive, we also will consider three universal elements of our faith experience: grief, gratitude, and generosity.

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Transformed by Hope (Randy)

In this lesson, we explore how Christian hope transforms our lives during the Advent season. In our series Transformational Faith, we’ve been asking, "How do we grow as Christians?" This lesson focuses on the assured hope found in Jesus Christ—rooted in his birth, resurrection, and the promise of his Second Coming. We'll examine how this hope transforms our priorities, pain, and perspective, motivating us to live boldly and joyfully. Join us as we celebrate the hope of Advent and discover how it reshapes us from the inside out.

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Transformed by Gratitude (Randy)

In keeping with the season, tomorrow we will explore the true nature of gratitude and how it contributes to the transformation of our minds through faith in Christ. We will compare how Christian gratitude differs from worldly gratitude, and how it leads to peace, resilience, and a transformed Christian life.

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Being Like Christ (Chris)

We continue this week to explore what it means to be made new in Christ.  First, we will see that spiritual transformation is not a solo pursuit.  Our purpose in metamorphosis is to be part of "the body of Christ."  At the same time, our own "Holy Transformation" is essential.  Focusing on "Inputs" in life is a starting point to being filled by Christ through the Holy Spirit.  The result is more love for God and for others.

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Our True Identity (Chris)

Continuing our series about spiritual transformation, we will explore the essence of our faith.  How are we connected to God through Christ and the Holy Spirit?  What is our true identity as disciples?  We hope you will come to consider further God’s calling for you.

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