MANUP

Love is the greatest commandment and the clearest evidence of authentic discipleship. Jesus demonstrated that love is an action expressed through sacrifice, generosity, forgiveness, and initiative. Followers of Christ are called to love others the same way God first loved them.

If Jesus' claims are true, every person must decide how to respond. Jesus calls people to repent, believe, receive the Holy Spirit, and follow Him wholeheartedly. Salvation is based on faith in Christ, not personal behavior or achievement.

Neither good works, religious devotion, nor family heritage can save anyone. Salvation comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Christianity is not about earning God's favor but receiving the gift Jesus already secured through His sacrifice.

Jesus did not come to condemn the world but to save it. God's justice requires payment for sin, but God's grace provided that payment through Jesus Christ. The good news is that Jesus loves, forgives, pursues, and saves sinners.

Jesus wasn't crucified for being a good teacher but for claiming to be God's Son. His birth, baptism, teachings, miracles, resurrection, and ascension all testify to His divine identity. The resurrection stands as the ultimate proof that Jesus is who He claimed to be.

Humanity needs a Messiah because sin has separated us from God and left us unable to save ourselves. Jesus fulfilled hundreds of Old Testament prophecies and was recognized by angels, disciples, and even His own words as the promised Messiah. He is God's chosen Savior sent to rescue humanity.

The most important question every person must answer is, "Who is Jesus?" While many acknowledge Jesus as a good man, teacher, or example, Jesus claimed to be much more—the Messiah, Son of God, Savior of the World, and the Only Way. This lesson invites participants to bring their questions and begin a journey of discovering Jesus for themselves.

Join us for a 2 week mini-series from Pastor Jonathan Spencer at our hosting church, Austin Baptist.

Join us for a 2 week mini-series from Pastor Jonathan Spencer at our hosting church, Austin Baptist.

Many people lose joy by comparing themselves to others or wishing for different circumstances. Solomon teaches that contentment comes from enjoying what we have, what we do, where we are, and who we're with. The best way to enjoy life is to focus on the lane God has given you and trust Him with the rest.