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Luke 7 helps us understand the type of love that Jesus welcomes and deserves. As we witness Jesus entertain a Pharisee and his disciples  over a meal, an unexpected guest arrives: a woman in need of forgiveness. Instead of turning her away, Jesus welcomes her extravagant devotion and uses this moment to teach his disciples about genuine love and worship. 

The interaction between Jesus and the woman at the well offers us so much to consider. We learn about our internal longings, our futile practices, and how Jesus offers us a drink that satisfies and even multiples. In this sermon, we’ll see how an unlikely conversation, an inconvenient request, and a powerful revelation will lead us to be no longer longing. 

Waiting on the Lord is difficult for us to do as broken people. Mark 8:1-10 is a miraculous moment in Jesus’ ministry that has many implications for how we wait on the Lord and how we look to Jesus to provide for our needs. Ultimately, we will see how Jesus provides exactly what we need through his life, death, and resurrection.

In Mark 6:1-6, Jesus comes home to Nazareth. As He enters the synagogue to teach, the hometown crowd begins to question His teachings and miracles. Their questioning ultimately turns into rejecting the homegrown Prophet. Consequently, Jesus marvels at their unbelief and leads town with little to show. Sadly, we can be guilty of the same skepticism and resentment that Nazareth shows to Jesus. However, Jesus is not surprised by this nor deterred from His plans to give His life as a ransom for many. 

In Luke 5, we witness Jesus calling His disciples to follow Him on two different occasions. Regardless of the circumstances, we learn how and even why Jesus calls His disciples to follow Him. Also, we discover that the response to this call is no different than the response to the gospel: repent and believe.

In Mark 1:14-15, we learn of the message that defines the ministry of Jesus. Jesus offers the good news of God to change our world as we know it. This good news speaks of the promises that God keeps and the power that He exercises. In response to this good news, Jesus call us to repent and believe.

This past Sunday, Pastor Ken shared from Matthew 4:1-11 how Jesus remained faithful to his calling though great testing and temptation. By following the Spirit, combatting the Devil, and receiving care, Jesus passes His wilderness test. If you'd like to learn more about the Gospel or our church, please visit https://baycitiesfl.com/sundays.

In this message, Pastor Luke walks through this passage to share how the Father extends an incredible invitation (Ask) and a profound promise (Receive) to His Children.

In this message, Pastor Ken shares how we can move from fasting to feasting by not only understanding what Biblical fasting is but also following the instructions of Jesus regarding how and why we should fast.  

In this episode, Ken and Megan discuss how to grow through grief and loss. From the example of Jesus in Matthew 26, we witness the model for expressing our emotions in the face of great pain. Also, Ken and Megan explore the four steps of handing loss as written in chapter five of "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality."

Pastor Ken shares from a  familiar passage, where we encounter the “Lord’s prayer,” two “what’s?!” and a “wow!” for us to pray God’s way.

In this video, Pastor Ken and Megan work through Genesis 22 to discuss the "dark night of Abraham's soul." This passage and discussion ties in with chapter 4 of "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality." You can learn more about this book and study by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2GMSwzk.

In this message, Pastor Ken shares how Jesus calls His kingdom followers into gospel authenticity by a process of comparison, the prospect of condemnation, and a portrait of construction. 

Pastor Brent shares how our efforts to live out the "Golden Rule" often come from selfish motives. However, Jesus teaches in Matthew 7 that God intends for us to love others in the same way God has loved us. 

In this podcast, Pastor Ken and Megan work through 1 Samuel 17:26-45 to see David's confidence in God and his comfortability with himself. This passage and discussion ties in with the first two chapters of "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality." You can learn more about this book and study by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2GMSwzk. Also, if you'd like to join this Growth Group, simply visit https://baycitiesoldsmar.com/growthgroups.

In this message, Pastor Brent shares the three-fold instructions from Jesus on how to confront sin in others. 

In this message, Pastor Ken shares the imperative, illustration, and instructions that Jesus offers to keep us from worrying.

Pastor Luke spoke from Matthew 6 where Jesus teaches on the importance of valuing what truly lasts. What we treasure will not only affect our lives upon the earth but for all eternity. 

Listen as Pastor Ken shares from Hebrews 11:8-19 how we need a robust faith for the struggle, the setbacks, and even the successes in church planting. 

Pastor Luke teaches from Matthew 6:1-4 on the spirit and practice of generosity that reflects that Kingdom of God.