The Upward Call: The Teaching Ministry of Colonial Church

Because Jesus is the Good Shepherd who gave His life for His sheep, conquered death, and holds them securely in His hands, believers can rest confidently in the security of their salvation and respond by resting in, returning to, representing, and receiving the Shepherd. John 10:7–11, 14–18, 27–30. 9-27-63. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Because Jesus is our perfect High Priest, believers have direct access to God’s mercy and grace and are called to respond by offering their lives in worship, obedience, generosity, praise, and service. Hebrews 4:14–16; 1 Peter 2:5. 9-20-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Because everything we have comes from God, wholehearted generosity is more than giving money—it is an act of worship, honor, obedience, love, and evangelism that reveals what we truly treasure. Malachi 3:8–12; 2 Corinthians 9:7,11,13. 9-13-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Paul shows us that the key to a Spirit-filled life is surrender—turning over control to the Holy Spirit so that His power can transform the way we worship, live, love, serve, and respond to the challenges of life. Ephesians 5:15-21. 9-6-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

God gave us a spiritual family so that, together, we can draw near to Him, hold onto our hope in His promises, and encourage one another to love and good works. Hebrews 10:21-25. 8-30-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Biblical baptism is a believer’s first act of obedient discipleship—a public declaration of faith that identifies us with Christ, pictures His death, burial, and resurrection, and proclaims the transforming power of the gospel. Matthew 28:19-20; Romans 6:4-7. 8-23-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Spiritual birth leaves evidence. When we’re born again through faith in Christ, our lives begin to align with Him. Believers bear the birthmarks of Christ through confidence in salvation, commitment to love, and the consistent pursuit of a Spirit-led life. 1 John 5:11–13. 8-16-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

Because Scripture is God's very Word, believers must rely on it to be shaped, strengthened, and equipped to persevere faithfully in every good work God has prepared for them. 2 Timothy 3:16-17. 8-9-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

When God opens our eyes to His perspective, we discover His presence, trust His protection, and extend His mercy to others. 2 Kings 6:8–23. 8-2-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com

God restores those who receive His Word, relinquish their pride, and respond in humble obedience to His grace. 2 Kings 5:1–17. 7-26-26. Colonial Church in Wichita Falls. www.colonialchurch.com