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“Jesus Christ and Our Union With Him!”

Series: Acting With Our Father’s Son And Holy Spirit


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Scripture: Acts 1


Summary:

This sermon, delivered by Pastor Timothy Brassell, focuses on the profound implications of living in union with Christ and participating in His ongoing mission through the Holy Spirit. Drawing from the Book of Acts, Pastor Tim emphasizes how the Christian life is deeply rooted in participation in the life, ministry, and mission of Jesus Christ.

The sermon explores the challenges of faith, the significance of spiritual transformation, and the role of believers in spreading the gospel. The message challenges believers to approach scripture with humility, recognize the empowering role of the Holy Spirit, and embrace the transformative journey of faith. By living out Christ’s example, believers are called to actively witness to God’s[Father-Son-Holy-Spirit] kingdom, serve their communities, and grow into the fullness of their spiritual identity.

Key Points and Highlights:

🌟 Christianity Defined as Union with Christ
• To be a Christian means to live in union with Jesus Christ, participating in His life, death, resurrection, and mission through the Holy Spirit.

🛡️ The Role of the Holy Spirit
• The Holy Spirit empowers believers to continue Christ’s mission, providing guidance, transformation, and strength in their daily lives.

🌱 Scripture as a Living Testament
• Believers are encouraged to approach scripture not as a set of rules but as a living, Spirit-guided journey into God’s will.

🔄 Participation in Christ’s Life and Mission
• The sermon emphasizes that Christians are called to actively participate in Christ’s ministry, reflecting His love, humility, and sacrifice.

🌍 The Church’s Mission as Witnesses
• The church serves as a witness to Christ’s life and teachings, proclaiming the gospel and inviting others into God’s kingdom.

🔥 The Ascension as a Call to Action
• Jesus’s ascension signifies the church’s role in continuing His mission, empowered by His Spirit to act as His body on Earth.

📖 Faith as a Transformative Journey
• The Christian journey is one of growth, transformation, and reconciliation with God[Father-Son-Holy-Spirit], requiring perseverance and trust in the Spirit’s guidance.

✨ Embracing Challenges in Faith
• Believers are encouraged to accept suffering and challenges as opportunities to grow closer to Christ and bear witness to His love.

🌈 Reconciliation and Service
• The message highlights the importance of reconciliation with God and others, calling believers to serve their communities and reflect Christ’s character.

🛠️ Living the Gospel Daily
• Practical faith includes loving relationships, community engagement, and daily acts that embody the teachings and spirit of Christ.

Context

This sermon by Pastor Timothy Brassell explores the profound meaning of union with Christ and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. Through the lens of Acts, Pastor Tim invites believers to embrace their role in Christ’s mission, reflecting His life, love, and sacrifice in their daily walk. The message emphasizes the church’s collective calling to be a witness to God’s kingdom, offering a powerful reminder of the Spirit’s role in equipping and empowering believers for service.

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NLF Baltimore 2018 Gospel Intensive with Dr. Gary Deddo, pt. 2 (Videos)

Dr Gary Deddo

Dr. Deddo is Special Assistant to GCI President Joseph Tkach. He is the president of Grace Communion Seminary and is the doctrinal advisor of GCI.

This year was the 5th Gospel Intensive event led by Dr. Deddo., and it’s Specific Purpose was to proclaim:

 “Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life”

“We will look into what it means to live as if Jesus Christ is Lord of all of life. It’s often said that we are to live in the world but not of the world. But what does that mean? How can we be the church in our secular world? How can we be witnesses to the Triune God and his coming Kingdom in “this present evil age,” as Paul calls it? Is the church really called and equipped to “turn the world upside down” or right side up? What kinds of difference can we individually and as a church make in our communities? Our schools? Our work? Our families? Is the church to be a social change organization? What does the Gospel have to say to our culture? We will especially focus on exploring what can we do with our education and vocations. We will not come up with all the answers but gain some very specific biblically based and theologically grounded direction.”

Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life – Video 1: 60min

 

Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life – Video 2: 58min

 

Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life – Video 3: 60min

 

Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life – Video 4 – Part a: 50min

 


Jesus Christ, Lord of all of Life – Video 4 – Part b: 50min

 

Sermon: Jesus, a Towel, a Basin and Our Feet, the Real Lesson to be Learned      Video 5: 60min