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What if you could fully grasp the profound purpose of our gatherings as the church? What if you unlocked a deeper understanding of your mission and God’s desire for you within his body, the church? Today's episode is an exploration of the Christian faith, delving into the purpose, foundation, and practices of the church as drawn from the Book of Acts. We start by reflecting on why we gather as a church, anchored on Jesus' command to his disciples in Acts 1:8 and the Great Commission from Matthew 28.
Picture this, the rise of the early church in Jerusalem, a community centered around Jesus, committed to spreading the gospel to every corner of the world. We examine this vibrant foundation, the devotion of the first-century believers, and their unwavering focus on Jesus. Philippians 3:17 offers a stark reminder about the contrasting values of the world we live in, a world that often stands in opposition to the teachings of Christ.
Lastly, we peer into the blueprint of our spiritual growth as mirrored by the devotion and practices of the early church. Acts 2 offers us a glimpse into a devoted community, committed to the teachings of Jesus, which resulted in a deeper understanding and love for God. We conclude this enlightening episode by emphasizing the importance of seeking truth and fellowship within the church community, reminding you that you don’t need to have all the answers to be involved. Our conversation is designed to inspire you to grow together, in Christ’s likeness, in this journey of faith.
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We're Summerville Baptist Pinewood and we believe nothing compares to changed lives. Learn more about us here: https://www.summervillebaptist.org/pinewood
We meet inside Pinewood Preparatory School at 1114 Orangeburg Road in Summerville, SC 29483. Sunday Services at 9am & 10:30am. Contemporary-style with Children's Church for infants-5th grade. Dress comfortably and experience pure worship and scripture-backed teaching. Join us this Sunday! -Pastor James Lawson / [email protected]
Get Connected: www.sbcentral.life
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summervillebaptistpinewood
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SummervilleBaptistPinewood
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@svillebaptist
Twitter: https://twitter.com/svilleB
#Jesus #Summerville #church
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What Do We Believe?
Our 7 Core Values:
We believe prayer changes everything.
We believe nothing compares to changed lives.
We believe in being champions of children.
We believe compassion is our 2nd biggest motive.
We believe courage is essential for faith.
We believe generosity impacts the world.
We believe leadership is best expressed in service.
How may we pray for you?
https://www.summervillebaptist.org/prayer
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By Pastor James LawsonWhat if you could fully grasp the profound purpose of our gatherings as the church? What if you unlocked a deeper understanding of your mission and God’s desire for you within his body, the church? Today's episode is an exploration of the Christian faith, delving into the purpose, foundation, and practices of the church as drawn from the Book of Acts. We start by reflecting on why we gather as a church, anchored on Jesus' command to his disciples in Acts 1:8 and the Great Commission from Matthew 28.
Picture this, the rise of the early church in Jerusalem, a community centered around Jesus, committed to spreading the gospel to every corner of the world. We examine this vibrant foundation, the devotion of the first-century believers, and their unwavering focus on Jesus. Philippians 3:17 offers a stark reminder about the contrasting values of the world we live in, a world that often stands in opposition to the teachings of Christ.
Lastly, we peer into the blueprint of our spiritual growth as mirrored by the devotion and practices of the early church. Acts 2 offers us a glimpse into a devoted community, committed to the teachings of Jesus, which resulted in a deeper understanding and love for God. We conclude this enlightening episode by emphasizing the importance of seeking truth and fellowship within the church community, reminding you that you don’t need to have all the answers to be involved. Our conversation is designed to inspire you to grow together, in Christ’s likeness, in this journey of faith.
Send us a text
Support the show
We're Summerville Baptist Pinewood and we believe nothing compares to changed lives. Learn more about us here: https://www.summervillebaptist.org/pinewood
We meet inside Pinewood Preparatory School at 1114 Orangeburg Road in Summerville, SC 29483. Sunday Services at 9am & 10:30am. Contemporary-style with Children's Church for infants-5th grade. Dress comfortably and experience pure worship and scripture-backed teaching. Join us this Sunday! -Pastor James Lawson / [email protected]
Get Connected: www.sbcentral.life
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summervillebaptistpinewood
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SummervilleBaptistPinewood
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@svillebaptist
Twitter: https://twitter.com/svilleB
#Jesus #Summerville #church
***
What Do We Believe?
Our 7 Core Values:
We believe prayer changes everything.
We believe nothing compares to changed lives.
We believe in being champions of children.
We believe compassion is our 2nd biggest motive.
We believe courage is essential for faith.
We believe generosity impacts the world.
We believe leadership is best expressed in service.
How may we pray for you?
https://www.summervillebaptist.org/prayer