Compass EFC

We are inundated with different visions of the good life. Jordan Peterson has a vision for the good life. Goop has a vision for the good life. What did Jesus think the good life looked like? Does it even matter?

In the Bible we see that serving others is a direct cause of both spiritual growth and personal fulfillment. The question is, what does it look like to serve and what if the things that keep us from serving were actually motivations to serve?

We all have a desire to live lives of purpose and meaning and yet we are also so easily distracted by things that don’t matter. If we are going to live life with a God sized mission, it must be a mission defined by God

We live in seasons. Joy and Sorrow. Highs and Lows. How does God’s Word help us as the seasons change?

What does prayer do? You probably would have found your keys eventually. The Chiefs were always going to beat the 49ers. What does prayer do? As a sought after teacher on prayer, Jesus teaches what prayer does and how we can experience its power.

What does prayer do? You probably would have found your keys eventually. The Chiefs were always going to beat the 49ers. What does prayer do? As a sought after teacher on prayer, Jesus teaches what prayer does and how we can experience its power.

Good Friday emphasizes the significance of Jesus' sacrifice as a solution to sin and evil. God's judgement means the loss of his presence. On the cross Jesus is abandoned by his Father. He experienced abandonment so we could experience forgiveness. Good Friday presents God's resource to empower us to face evil in the world: Himself.

Maundy Thursday demonstrates how love motivated everything Jesus did. We are skeptical of love. But love is the defining characteristic of the Christian community. Jesus' actions encourage us to let go of fear, cultivate love, and communicate openly with God to experience his loving care. We are loved into loving and Maundy Thursday puts love on full display. What's keeping us from embracing a new way of life by following Jesus' example of selfless love?

Spy Wednesday highlights our tendency to revert to our training during crises. Using Judas' betrayal as an example, Craig emphasizes the importance of seeking God for fulfill needs instead of seeking immediate relief. Through the narrative of Judas' disappointment with Jesus, we reflect on personal responses to crises and the significance of surrendering to God for true life. Spy Wednesday invites us to question our default reactions in tough times and consider seeking God for guidance and fulfillment.

Follow the link for a reflection guide: https://church.tech/g/fa91b00e

On Holy Tuesday Jesus explores surrendering to find true fulfillment. He teaches dying produces life. By surrendering to Jesus's love, despite fears, we can trust Him and experience the abundant life. Embracing the paradox of dying to self, we can trust Jesus with all aspects of life for true and eternal fulfillment.

Follow the link for a reflection guide: https://church.tech/g/a889a019