FBC E-Blast - January 8, 2018
FBC E-Blast
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January 8, 2018
Why Do People Follow Jesus? - John 6
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| When Jesus walked this earth, a vast multitude followed Him. They came for all sorts of reasons - some noble, some selfish. The same is true today. It's important that we understand what motivates people to come to Christ, because not all who seek Him are really His followers. In fact, we each need to analyze our own walk with the Lord: What do we want from Him? How committed are we to being His disciples?
Many of the people who followed Jesus did so because they had urgent needs that He alone could meet. Everywhere He went, the sick and demon-possessed were brought to Him - this is one of the ways that God draws us to Himself. Those who can solve all their own problems never need a Savior.
Other folks came for sensationalism. They wanted to see the signs and miracles and feel a thrill of excitement. Today some people come to church or conferences to get pumped up, but mountaintop experiences are always followed by valleys. When hardships or challenges come, such people are quick to abandon the Lord.
But Jesus’ disciples followed Him because they genuinely believed He was the Messiah, the very Son of God (Matthew 16:16). Their commitment went beyond emotions or needs. They wanted to know Christ and walk closely with Him.
Are you more interested in what Jesus can do for you than in just being with Him? Do you find it hard to stay committed without an emotional experience to sustain you? Our physical and emotional needs can draw us to the Lord, but they should never be the foundation for our walk with Him.
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Current Sermon Series
In this series we will discuss the believer's peace with God, standing in grace, hope of glory, possession of love, certainty of deliverance, and joy in God. But we will also address two significant questions about assurance.
Last Week:
We began this series on Eternal Security by looking at Romans 5, where Paul shares with us 6 links of a chain that secures Christians in God. We looked at the first one today, Peace with God. We have peace because of Christ's sacrifice.
Sunday's message is available for streaming or for download on our
sermons page, or by visiting us on iTunes.
Next Week:
We will continue our series Eternal Security by looking at the next link in the chain of our eternal security..
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Upcoming Events
January 9 - Dartball Game at our church. Be there by 7:15 PM
January 14 - Deacon's Meeting at 8 AM
January 17 - Annual Business Meeting at 7 PM
February 4 - Carry-in Fellowship Dinner after AM Worship Service
February 10 - Trustee Meeting at 8 AM
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