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Encounter Henley Welcomes Pastor: Tex Horner
What does it truly mean to belong? In this inspiring message, Pastor Tex Horner explores the profound concept of family—both in a Hawaiian sense with a nod to Disney's Lilo & Stitch and, most importantly, in a biblical context.
Drawing from Acts 4:32-37 and Galatians 3:26-29, Tex delves into:
The DNA of Family: Discover what defines family for people today (hint: it's not primarily bloodlines) and why the church uses family language like "brothers and sisters."
Unity in Action: Explore the early church's radical generosity, where "all the believers were united in heart and mind," sharing everything to ensure no one was needy.
The Example of Barnabas: Learn how "the Son of Encouragement" sacrificially sold land and gave the substantial proceeds to support his new family in Christ, demonstrating that love sacrifices preference.
Adopted by God: Understand that through faith and baptism, we are adopted into God's family, transcending old identities and earthly divisions—you are an heir to God's promises!
Tex reminds us that our ability to live out sacrificial love for our church community flows directly from the fact that "He himself has been sacrificially loved." Get ready to be challenged and encouraged to move beyond "family words" into "family action."
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What does it truly mean to belong? In this inspiring message, Pastor Tex Horner explores the profound concept of family—both in a Hawaiian sense with a nod to Disney's Lilo & Stitch and, most importantly, in a biblical context.
Drawing from Acts 4:32-37 and Galatians 3:26-29, Tex delves into:
The DNA of Family: Discover what defines family for people today (hint: it's not primarily bloodlines) and why the church uses family language like "brothers and sisters."
Unity in Action: Explore the early church's radical generosity, where "all the believers were united in heart and mind," sharing everything to ensure no one was needy.
The Example of Barnabas: Learn how "the Son of Encouragement" sacrificially sold land and gave the substantial proceeds to support his new family in Christ, demonstrating that love sacrifices preference.
Adopted by God: Understand that through faith and baptism, we are adopted into God's family, transcending old identities and earthly divisions—you are an heir to God's promises!
Tex reminds us that our ability to live out sacrificial love for our church community flows directly from the fact that "He himself has been sacrificially loved." Get ready to be challenged and encouraged to move beyond "family words" into "family action."