Speaker: Pastor Andy Lake Text: Mark 12:13–17 Title: Whose Image? In this message from Mark 12, Jesus answers the trap set by the Pharisees and Herodians regarding tribute to Caesar. But Christ's response reaches far beyond politics and taxation. The coin bore Caesar's image — and therefore belonged to Caesar. But man bears the image of God. This sermon explores the theological implications of ownership, stewardship, redemption, and lordship. Believers are not called to divide life into sacred and secular compartments, but to render fully to God what already belongs to Him. Key themes include: • The danger of compartmentalized Christianity • The difference between Savior and Lord • Stewardship vs. ownership • Redemption as purchase • Total surrender as reasonable service Believers are reminded that they were purchased with the precious blood of Christ and therefore no longer belong to themselves.

Please join us as we open the Word of God. Text: Galatians 6:9; Hebrews 12:1–3 Why do sincere believers grow weary in ministry? In this message, Pastor Andy Lake explores the quiet reality that love rarely explodes — it slowly runs out of breath. Endurance in the Christian life does not come from comparison, obligation, or sheer determination. It comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our faith. This sermon addresses burnout, comparison, faithful stewardship, and the call to run the race set before us without fainting. True love reveals itself not only in how it serves — but in when it endures.

"Am I still running—or am I carrying burdens Jesus never gave me?" "Love always shows itself eventually—not in how it starts, but in when it stays."

Please join us as we open the Word of God. Speaker: Jerry Lake Series: When Love Is Real (Part 3) Text: 1 Corinthians 12:12–27; John 15:18–19; Galatians 5:22–26 In Part 3 of "When Love Is Real," Jerry Lake examines the "how" of biblical love — love serves with joy. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12, this message emphasizes the unity and diversity of the Body of Christ. Every member has a God-ordained place, and true service is not performed for applause, obligation, or recognition, but out of love for Christ. The sermon warns against vain glory, comparison, and personality-driven ministry, calling believers back to Spirit-filled love and humble service. Love is proven not in words alone, but in how it serves and how it walks in the Spirit.

Please join us as we open the Word of God. The sermon centers on the parable of the talents in Matthew 25, challenging the common tendency to view church and Christian life as primarily a place of reception rather than service. It exposes the subtle danger of mistaking passive compliance—such as waiting to be asked or justifying inaction with humility—for faithfulness, revealing that true love and stewardship require initiative, responsibility, and courage to act even when uncomfortable. The preacher argues that many believers, like the one-talent servant, bury their gifts not out of rebellion but out of fear, self-protection, and concern for others' opinions, which ultimately reflects a distorted view of God's character. The core message is that authentic faith honors God not by minimizing effort or waiting for permission, but by boldly using whatever abilities, time, or resources one has, trusting that obedience is an honor, not a burden. Ultimately, the call is to align one's life with God's glory, not personal comfort, and to respond to His invitation with joyful, faithful action—whether through service, surrender, or a renewed commitment to stewardship.

Please join us as we open the Word of God.

Please join us as we open the Word of God.

Grace rejected does not remain neutral—it becomes judgment.

Jesus' authority confronts human pride. The question isn't whether Jesus has authority—but whether we will submit to it. You can question Jesus sincerely—or strategically. One leads to faith; the other leads to rebellion.

Real faith bears fruit in prayer and forgiveness. The evidence of authentic belief is not power alone, but peace—a forgiving heart that trusts God to move mountains. You can't pray effectively while clinging to bitterness. Faith that moves mountains first moves the heart.