The Simple Truth

There are only two paths that can be taken in this life. The first path is broad and it’s the most traveled by those in the world, and the second is narrow and there are few that go on that path. As Pastor Dion continues his teaching series, he’ll be encouraging you to be a light in this dark world and to help others see that the proper path to take is the one leading to Jesus and eternal life with Him. Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life and no one comes to the Father except through Him!

It has been said that the ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. Today, Pastor Dion will be reminding you that as a Christian there will be times of persecution and trials here on this Earth and that if you're a genuine follower of Jesus, you’ll still shine as a light even when it gets dark. Jesus Himself told His disciples not to be surprised when the world hates them because it hated Him first.

When was the last time you preached the Gospel to an unbeliever and made disciples? Today, Pastor Dion will be challenging you to obey the Great Commission and to examine yourself to see if you're truly obeying the Words of Jesus. If you're spending all your time building up your own empire on Earth rather than helping further God’s Kingdom, you're living in sin. You're still here for a purpose, and that purpose is to bring people to Jesus by preaching the Gospel and making disciples.

That is so true! Loving God is easy, right? I mean, how hard is it to love someone who is perfect? It’s loving imperfect people that’s difficult. As Pastor Dion teaches you today, Jesus commands us to love everyone. Not just those who think like you, look like you and act like you. If you call yourself a follower of Jesus, then you must also display the character of Jesus. Like the good Samaritan, Jesus took care of you and loved you unconditionally and extravagantly. He calls you to do the same.

Isn’t that so encouraging? I’m sure you’ve often felt similar to how Moses felt when God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt: “But God! Who am I? I can’t do such a big thing!” And you know what? You’re right! You can’t do such big things on your own! As Pastor Dion teaches you today when God calls you to do His work, He equips you with the most powerful thing so that you can accomplish it: the name of Jesus! With Jesus, nothing is impossible. What is God calling you to do today?

We’ve all messed up. Maybe you’ve messed up so badly that you don’t think you could ever be forgiven. Maybe you think all you deserve is punishment. Today, Pastor Dion shows us the tenderness of Jesus as He encounters a woman caught in a horrific sin. According to the law, she deserves to die. But Jesus stoops down to her level and offers her mercy and forgiveness. If you find yourself in a similar situation, filled with guilt and shame, come just as you are to Jesus. He is compassionate and forgiving.

What’s the thirstiest you’ve ever been? Maybe it was after playing sports in the hot summer sun. Or after you had just eaten a pile of spicy chicken wings. I’m sure the only thing that could satisfy you at that moment was a cup of cold, refreshing water. Today, Pastor Dion teaches that Jesus told His followers that He is the living water! Jesus freely offers an abundance of grace, peace, forgiveness, hope, and new life. Everything else in this world will leave you feeling unfulfilled and thirsty again.

If you ask any superstar athlete the recipe to their success, they would all say that it takes hard work and dedication. They’re constantly practicing and working on their skills. They’re reviewing film sessions and learning from their coaches and mentors. The same is necessary for Christians. As Pastor Dion teaches you today, in order to be ready and effective for God’s work, you need to be filled up with God’s word. You’re in a constant spiritual war, and the enemy is battling for your mind and soul.

No spouse or significant other wants to be one of many. They want to be the one and only. Likewise, Jesus also calls you to an exclusive relationship with Him. Today, Pastor Dion encourages you to become a follower of Jesus, instead of being merely a fan of Him. Following Jesus means that you give up your life in order to gain everlasting life in Jesus. It means you become a committed member of His kingdom instead of just being part of the crowd. Today, choose to get off the sidelines and follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Have you ever been walking through a store, looked at your phone to check something, and walked into a person or display? Or maybe you’ve been in training and started to daydream. Next thing you know, the training’s over, and you have no idea what’s going on. Your inattention in these situations caused you to have some difficult times. What happens when you start to focus less on Jesus? Today, Pastor Dion will illustrate how the absence of attention can not only cause embarrassment but may lead to missed blessings.