In Luke 14, we see Jesus dealing with five different kinds of people and exposing what was false in their hearts. From the Pharisee and his guests, we learn to value people over power and humility over the recognition of others.

This message will show us what it means to be a member of God's Church (One Body with Many Parts), why every member is essential, and how we can live out our God-given roles.

Deacons are the servants of the church who lead with their works. They lead alongside the elders as a vital part of the body.

Elders are God's plan for shepherding the church. It's important that we learn what an elder is, what qualifies an elder to serve, and what elders do as they shepherd the church.

Jesus is the Head of the Church. He is the Apostle who plants the church, the Leader who builds the church, and the Senior Pastor and Chief Shepherd who rules the church.

Building a habit of prayer should be a natural byproduct of a growing relationship with Jesus. We can build a habit of prayer by warming up in the word, choosing dependable habits, and learning to pray strategically.

The value of the Lord's Prayer is in using it as a "model" for our own conversations with God: praising Him, asking for His will in our life, requesting what we need, confessing our sins, and receiving forgiveness.

The value of the Lord's Prayer is in using it as a "model" for our own conversations with God: praising Him, asking for His will in our life, requesting what we need, confessing our sins, and receiving forgiveness.

Prayer is the most practical way to have a relationship with God. When a believing person prays, great things happen.

Unless we understand the events of Easter, it's impossible to grasp the heart of Christmas.