Brady Cook - January 7, 2024
Decide! (That God is Lord)
From Series: "Decide! (Hillside Theme - 2024)"
The word for Hillside in 2024 is "Decide." Will we choose to follow God, or will we choose to serve ourselves?
Brady• May 22, 2023•
A message from the series “Toolbox for Evangelism.” Nearly a third of Jesus’ teachings consisted of stories, or parables. These seemingly innocent tales were not just given for entertainment though — they were designed to penetrate the heart in a way a series of commands couldn’t. They forced the listener to meditate on the teachings and make the change from the inside out. As such, they were exceedingly effective.
Can we use parables today? Of course! Maybe not in the same way as Jesus, but using illustrations can still be effective if handled properly.
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CloseWhen Joshua stood in front of Israel after they conquered Canaan, he told them one thing: ...They needed to choose if they would serve God. That decision reflects intentionality. When you make a decision to follow God, you're all in. Whatever the implications are for that decision are yours, but you'v chosen the path you're going to take. The first decision we need to make as Christians is to decide if God is Lord. That begins with having a healthy fear and reverence for His name. But what does that mean?
The word for Hillside in 2024 is "Decide." Will we choose to follow God, or will we choose to serve ourselves?
Last modified: May 22, 2023