How can a church move from having a mission statement to having a vibrant mission status? Dawesteniel Louis shows us how the expansion of the Gospel is God's heart for every church. God is calling believers to trust in His power so that we can be on mission locally, globally, and everywhere in between.

In today's message, Pastor Dan shares insights that we will see throughout the New Testament book of Acts. After Jesus was resurrected and ascends into heaven, the church is established and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Like a fire, Christianity spread throughout the nations. Even though the book was written 2000 years ago, you will find that many of its characters you can relate to. These are not legendary stories of miracles and missionaries. These were actual people living the "normal" Christian life.

At Memorial, we are passionate about your personal growth with the Lord. But, do modern-day discipleship methods such as Sunday School and Small Groups take believers to the next level in their faith? Is there a better and more biblical discipleship structure? These are the concerns Pastor Dan voices in this vision-casting message. Listen to this message with an open mind as present the idea of a "222 Culture."

How are we going to invest our time, talents, and finances going forward into the new year? Pastor Dan shares how our investments into our walk with Christ result in a heavenly yield.

In Jesus, we find peace, yet that peace may still include suffering, sickness, or sadness. Even so, true peace can only be found in our Savior, Jesus Christ. Join us as Pastor Dan teaches us about true peace.

When the angels told the shepherds the good news about Jesus' birth in Bethlehem, they responded by going to the babe, sharing about what they had seen, and praising God for all they had seen and heard. Pastor Dan shows us that the joy of the savior should cause us to respond in the exact same way.

Arguably the most recited and well-known verse in the Bible, John 3:16 shows us that Jesus was born on Earth to share God's love. Pastor Dan reminds us to respond to this awesome love by believing in Jesus and celebrating the eternal life offered to us.

Jesus came to provide the world with hope, forgiveness, healing, and restoration. And as Pastor Dan notes, he came for us even though we were still considered enemies of God. The good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ is salvation to all who hear and believe.

"Thankfulness is so much more than a point in time. Instead, it's a point of view." Follow along with Pastor Dan as we learn to thank God not simply by seeking His hand, but by seeking His face.

(Sermon presented by Pastor Dan Pritchett on November 22, 2020)

Where should we place our hope and confidence? Pastor Dan shows us from the book of Revelation that our eternal goal is not here on earth, but is in the eternal city of God yet to come.