Sermons by Jared Via (Page 13)
Risking It All
There are many who like the idea of following Jesus, but there aren’t many who are willing to risk everything for Him. The big question for us: am I willing to risk it all to follow Jesus? God uses surrendered people.
From Riches to Rags
We hear and often celebrate stories of people who go from Rags to Riches. Movies are made and books are written about people who came out of poverty to make millions and went from obscurity to the heights of popularity. But the Gospel tells a different story. It’s a Riches to Rags story where the Son of God leaves the riches and glories of heaven, takes the form of a servant, and gives His life for their sake of all mankind.
Who do you live for?
In Philippians 1:19-26 we see the apostle Paul’s perspective on the life: there is something more to live for. He is living for what comes next, not for what is right now. What is the driving purpose of your life?
Haiti Mission Trip
Today we heard from the team that went to Haiti about how God used them in a variety of ways to further his kingdom. Jared spoke about how the mission field isn’t just someplace that we fly to, but it is all around us. The great commission in Matthew 28:19-20 can be translated “As you are going, make disciples…”
Ninth Commandment: Do Not Lie
For the most part, our culture has expected and understood that everybody lies. Sometimes it is to get ahead at work, to make people think better of them, to keep themselves out of trouble, to get a better grade at school, etc. However, nobody enjoys being lied to.
Seventh Commandment: Do Not Commit Adultery
God has not called us to impurity, but in holiness (1 Thessalonians 4:3-7).
The Fifth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother
God has placed parents in the home with the responsibility and authority to lead, love and teach their children how to love and follow God. Therefore, honor your father and your mother.
The Third Commandment: How we carry His name
The name of God reveals and represents His nature and character.
Uganda Trip
Today we hear a report from our team that served in Uganda the past 2 weeks. Why do we do missions? Three reasons: Because we love God.Jesus gave us a commission to go in Matthew 28:19-20. In Matthew 22 He says if you love me you will keep my commandments. Because we love people.Also in Matthew 22:37-39 Jesus was asked “what is the greatest commandment?” He replied saying the “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart…
Prepare to Meet God
In Exodus 19:1-25 the children of Israel have arrived at Mount Sinai and encounter God in all His glory. We find that there are 3 parts to their encounter with God that apply today.