Jesus' final words on earth before he ascended into Heaven after His resurrection are clear instructions. His words are a mission statement for every Christ-Follower. We come to church so we can go from the church, and be the church for those who don't attend church. Disciples make Disciples!
Have you ever been worried about something? We often worry about a lot of things. Jesus tells us do not to be anxious about your life. Worry was an issue for the people who heard those words spoken firsthand, over 2000 years ago.
Many times we confuse happiness and joy. Happiness is based on external influences, chance, and circumstance. Joy, on the other hand, lives in your soul. It is based on a choice you make and is powered by Christ.
Believers are often shocked by what we see in today's culture. But, how often are we shocking today's culture with what they see in us? Sound odd? What if we lived what we believe so intently, that others chose to believe what we believe? The world would be turned upside down with the Gospel. God...