Bethel Church of Houston

What do Muslims Really Believe?

* About God

* About Jesus

* About Salvation

* About the End

Islam is more prevalent in America than ever before. Whether it is news of foiled terrorist attacks or announcements of mosque constructions, we are constantly confronted with Muslims in our midst. But how much of this do we truly understand? We hear from many sources how we should respond to this new environment, pro and con. But how should Evangelicals respond to this? What are our missional responsibilities? And how do we carry out that mission? Is our biblical alertness being overcome by the political outcries? These seminars will take a close look at these matters and focus on how we should sharpen our efforts to take the gospel to the Muslims.

We're thinking through what it means to be God's people in this broken world -- specifically as a local church family. As we anticipate the events of next weekend, let's consider our theme: Let the Nations Be Glad. Does that make any difference for us, here and now?

We hear his name often in churches... especially in churches like ours: the Apostle Paul. Human author of half of the New Testament. An incredibly effective Jewish evangelist for the message of Jesus as Messiah. He literally changed his world. You and I may not be Paul, or anywhere near like him! But each of us would love to influence our own world, right?

One more... but what misery and pain! How can we see the gracious hand of God in such heartache? And what lessons are there for us, living in this manifestly broken world? There is great hope in our great gospel.

One more... but what misery and pain! How can we see the gracious hand of God in such heartache? And what lessons are there for us, living in this manifestly broken world? There is great hope in our great gospel.

The One True God

As the plagues against Egypt and her gods intensify, we find an explanation of God's providential purposes being worked out through man's sinful choices and His own ordaining power. There are great lessons here for us, living underneath the Gospel of Jesus.

The plagues upon Egypt and her gods continue. Creation's groaning is unleashed in an epic hailstorm. Warnings are given... and some take heed. Why not all? And what does this imply and remember to be careful how you listen (Luke 8:18)!

The plagues visited upon the oppressors of God's people might seem, at first reading, to be repetitive and overkill. But looking more carefully we see His divine purposes being systematically accomplished. There are lessons for us, still today; even after we've experienced Jesus' ultimate redemption and deliverance.

The first Sunday of a brand-new year calls us to stop, look back, consider our hearts, and dream together of what God may do for us, in us, and through us in the fresh new year.