Posts with the tag “following-jesus”
Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on October 4th, 2026
Most of us have been there. Waiting for a sign. Praying for clarity. Asking God to just tell us what comes next. The good news is that this is not a new struggle. The disciples had the same questions, and Jesus answered them in a way that still challenges us today. t is easy to over-spiritualize the Christian life. We talk about waiting for open doors, closed doors, or a window to crack. We want d... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on September 27th, 2026
Following Jesus sounds simple until it gets personal. Luke 9:57-62 records three short conversations between Jesus and three different people, and each one reveals something uncomfortable and honest about what it costs to truly follow Him.Three Conversations That Challenge Every BelieverIn just a few verses, Jesus has three quick exchanges with people who want to follow Him. Each conversation ends... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on September 21st, 2026
Following Jesus sounds simple until it gets personal. Luke 9:57-62 records three short conversations between Jesus and three different people, and each one reveals something uncomfortable and honest about what it costs to truly follow Him.Three Conversations That Challenge Every BelieverIn just a few verses, Jesus has three quick exchanges with people who want to follow Him. Each conversation ends... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on September 13th, 2026
Money is one of those topics that feels predictable the moment it comes up. But what if the real conversation isn't about your bank account at all? What if it's about who actually has control when things get hard?What Does It Mean to Have a Master?PIn Matthew 6:24, Jesus says something that cuts straight to the heart. "No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you wil... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on September 7th, 2026
Most of us spend a lot of energy trying to get ahead. We work hard, save money, and make careful decisions because we want our lives to move forward. But what happens when Jesus says something that challenges the way we think about fairness, success, and who deserves what? That is exactly what He does in Matthew 20.What Is the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard About?In Matthew 20:1-7, Jesus t... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on June 7th, 2026
Jesus begins His most famous sermon with words that sound completely backwards to our modern ears: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3 NLT). In a culture that celebrates self-made success and independence, why would Jesus start with poverty of spirit? This opening beatitude challenges everything we think we know about blessing and sets the foundation ... Read More
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Sunday Morning Message
by Local Christian Church on November 23rd, 2025
The parable of the talents in Matthew 25 is one of Jesus' most powerful stories about stewardship and responsibility. While many interpret this parable as being about financial responsibility or having a healthy fear of the Lord, the main point Jesus is making is about how we spend our time, resources, and God-given gifts to further His kingdom. In Matthew 25:14-30, Jesus tells the story of a mast... Read More
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