Sharing God's Message with the World

James Rochford

Romans 15:3-20

After decades of following Christ, Paul is still as passionate as ever about sharing the Gospel with the world. We can cultivate a similar, livelong zeal by spending regular time in God's Word, actively trusting in God's promises, and enjoying unity in fellowship with other believers. Although the mission of evangelism put forth by the Bible is unpopular in today's climate of cultural relativism, when we examine different worldviews closely, we see the the Biblical worldview is the only one that is based on evidence and reason, brings humility and love into our lives, and brings healing and help to a world that desperately needs it.

The Transforming Power of God

James Rochford

Romans 13:8-14

Paul writes that Christians should lay aside "deeds of darkness" such as drunkenness, sexual immorality, jealousy, and strife, all of which reveal an inner emptiness. Rather, we should put on the "armor of light" by entrusting ourselves to the Lord Jesus and allowing his power to transform us and fill the inner void.

How Should Christians Respond to Their Civil Rulers?

Conrad Hilario

Romans 13:1-7

Paul explains that God established governing authorities to curb evil in the world and we should submit to our governing authorities, so long as it doesn't enjoin what the Bible forbids or forbid what the Bible enjoins. Real change takes place through spiritual transformation and we look forward to the day God will establish His just and loving rulership on earth.

The Woman at the Well

Ben Foust

John 4:1-42

Despite many personal, cultural, and religious barriers, Jesus approaches a woman at a well to demonstrate that he is the only one who can quench her spiritual thirst. The Gospel has the same effect today when we turn to God to restore the relationship we were created for and allow Him to meet our deepest needs.

Jesus' Provision for Our Deepest Needs: A Real Encounter with God

Mike Sullivan

John 4:1-42

Jesus' miracles demonstrate not only that he is the Son of God as he claimed, but also that he cares about the plight of people and that he has the power to meet our deepest needs.

The Whole World for Christ

Matthew 28:18-20

Jesus said in Matthew 28:19, "Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Jesus has commissioned a global rescue mission and we each get to play a part. What else does scripture say about missions? Xenos has a specific vision of our role in missions that is guided by scripture. We will look at what this vision is as well as the key scripture that motivates this vision.

Showing and Sharing the Love of Christ to Your City

Rod Dempsey

Matthew 28:18-20

The Gospel is the only hope for our hopeless world. Jesus wants to provide salvation, healing, and love to our broken and hopeless cities. Yet, how will our cities hear and feel the love of Jesus if we aren't sharing? Jesus says in John 13:35, "By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." We will look at how to share the love and forgiveness of Christ with our broken cities, not only in spiritual conversations, but in the way we love and serve.

The High Cost of Following Jesus

Joe Byler

Matthew 28:18-20

Many Christians fall under two traps: 1) legalism - that following Jesus is a list of "do's" and "don'ts" or 2) forgetting or ignoring that Jesus wants to transform your life. This is a sort of "gospel crisis." The truth is that Jesus wants his Gospel to deeply transform our lives as we commit to him. What does it mean to follow Jesus with our lives? We will look at Jesus' call to discipleship and both the difficulties and fulfillment that following his call leads to.

The Good News About Salvation

Conrad Hilario

Romans 1:1-17

The Book of Romans is considered by many to be the clearest and most thorough explanation of the gospel in scripture. It has influenced many game-changers of the faith, including Martin Luther and John Wesley. This letter makes clear that salvation is by faith alone and, as Paul writes in chapter one, demonstrates that the gospel "is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes."