Jesus Brings Change

Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17

We live in a culture that is constantly changing. We experience changes in our environments, circumstances, and opportunities all around us. This doesn’t mean, though, that these things change us. They may pressure and burden us, but the only way that we can truly be changed is by what happens within us. In this message, we discover that only Jesus can bring true internal and eternal change to our hearts and lives. How is this possible? How can someone live their life one way for years and then suddenly be radically changed? This message answers these questions and more by pointing us to a powerful example of one who experienced such a change and by encouraging us to experience the same. We hope you will listen today and experience the change that only Jesus can bring!

When the Church Prays: God Brings Preparation for Fulfilling the Mission

Text: Acts 12:1-25

Have you ever felt ready to do something, only to quickly discover that you weren’t adequately prepared? Such times can be frustrating and painful. Few want to wait for the preparation that is often needed to be successful. However, when it comes to the mission of the Church, we must be willing to wait on the Lord and submit our will to His, knowing that His timing and ways are perfect. As we do, we find that He equips and positions us strategically for His glory and purposes. If you want the Lord to further prepare you for His plans and purposes in your life, we invite you to listen today.

When the Church Prays: God Brings Innovation

Text: Acts 10:1-43

Most have never thought about the innovation that God often brings to accomplish His plans and purposes in our lives. It is true that He is unchanging in His nature, but the ways in which He works in and through our lives are often new and, at times, very unexpected. What should we do when God is doing something new in us? Why is He doing this new thing? What does it all mean? How should we respond? This message points us to two practical illustrations that help to answer these questions and more. We invite you to listen today and get ready for the new things He is about to do in you.

When the Church Prays: God Orchestrates Cooperation

Text: Acts 6:1-7

In the church of the New Testament, the modern-day church, and yes even here at Crosslink we experience church conflict, especially when there are growing pains. Have you ever experienced conflict personally? We all have. How we deal with that conflict reveals a lot about our relationship with Christ. How the church deals with conflict also reveals how much we believe in what God has called and given us to do. Like the Early Church, we must pray and we must cooperate to see the work of the mission God has given us be furthered. When the church prays, God orchestrates cooperation.