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Harris Creek Baptist Church
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This is the weekly sermon podcast from Harris Creek Baptist Church in Waco, Texas. Visit www.harriscreek.org for more information.
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Do You Want to Be Healed?
1w ago00:45:39Tap to summarizeJesus asks us, “Do you want to be healed?” He calls us to look to Him, listen to Him, and obey Him rather than settle for our old ways. Jesus changes lives, and our transformed lives are meant to point others to Him.The problem: We look to circumstances, not ChristThe solution: Listen to and obey Christ for healingThe Application: Testify to ChristLife Group Discussion:What “pool of Bethesda” do you find yourself looking toward for hope or change instead of looking to Jesus?What would change in your life if you fully trusted Jesus enough to obey Him, even when His way doesn’t make sense?How has Jesus changed your life in a way that you could share with someone who doesn’t know Him?
Transcribe →Do You Want to Be Healed?
1w ago00:45:39Tap to summarizeJesus asks us, “Do you want to be healed?” He calls us to look to Him, listen to Him, and obey Him rather than settle for our old ways. Jesus changes lives, and our transformed lives are meant to point others to Him.The problem: We look to circumstances, not ChristThe solution: Listen to and obey Christ for healingThe Application: Testify to ChristLife Group Discussion:What “pool of Bethesda” do you find yourself looking toward for hope or change instead of looking to Jesus?What would change in your life if you fully trusted Jesus enough to obey Him, even when His way doesn’t make sense?How has Jesus changed your life in a way that you could share with someone who doesn’t know Him?
Transcribe →You Do Not Want to Leave Too, Do You?
2w ago00:42:14Tap to summarizeJesus challenges us to examine why we follow Him, reminding us that faith rooted in what He can give us won't last. Even when we don't understand His ways, Jesus alone has the words of eternal life and is always worth following.Jesus won’t always do what you wantJesus won't always say what we want Him to sayJesus is always worth followingLife Group Discussion:What's something you've asked God for that He hasn't given you yet? How has that affected your faith?When God's Word challenges your lifestyle or opinions, what's your first reaction, to trust, argue, ignore, or something else?What has convinced you personally that Jesus is worth following, even when life is hard?
Transcribe →You Do Not Want to Leave Too, Do You?
2w ago00:42:14Tap to summarizeJesus challenges us to examine why we follow Him, reminding us that faith rooted in what He can give us won't last. Even when we don't understand His ways, Jesus alone has the words of eternal life and is always worth following.Jesus won’t always do what you wantJesus won't always say what we want Him to sayJesus is always worth followingLife Group Discussion:What's something you've asked God for that He hasn't given you yet? How has that affected your faith?When God's Word challenges your lifestyle or opinions, what's your first reaction, to trust, argue, ignore, or something else?What has convinced you personally that Jesus is worth following, even when life is hard?
Transcribe →Who Do You Say That I Am?
3w ago00:38:44Tap to summarizeThe most important question you'll ever answer isn't what culture, your family, or your friends say about Jesus, it's who you say He is. When you recognize Jesus as the true Savior and Lord, you're not only transformed by the gospel, you're invited to boldly make Him known so others can find their way home too.Who do people say Jesus is?Who do you say Jesus is?Who will you tell?Life Group Discussion:What are some of the most common misunderstandings or distorted views of Jesus you encounter on social media, at work, or among your friends?Peter confessed that Jesus is "the Christ, the Son of the living God." Why is this confession foundational to the Christian faith, and how does it shape the way we live?What is one practical step you can take this week to intentionally point someone toward Jesus, through a conversation, an invitation, or the way you live?
Transcribe →Who Do You Say That I Am?
3w ago00:38:44Tap to summarizeThe most important question you'll ever answer isn't what culture, your family, or your friends say about Jesus, it's who you say He is. When you recognize Jesus as the true Savior and Lord, you're not only transformed by the gospel, you're invited to boldly make Him known so others can find their way home too.Who do people say Jesus is?Who do you say Jesus is?Who will you tell?Life Group Discussion:What are some of the most common misunderstandings or distorted views of Jesus you encounter on social media, at work, or among your friends?Peter confessed that Jesus is "the Christ, the Son of the living God." Why is this confession foundational to the Christian faith, and how does it shape the way we live?What is one practical step you can take this week to intentionally point someone toward Jesus, through a conversation, an invitation, or the way you live?
Transcribe →Gain the world, but lose your soul?
4w ago00:44:22Tap to summarizeJesus challenges us to surrender our own priorities, lose our lives for His sake, and live for eternal rewards, because nothing in this world is worth more than knowing and following Christ.Let Jesus shape your concernsLose your life to find your lifeLive for the right rewardsLife Group Discussion:What is one area of your life (career, relationships, finances, future, etc.) where you're most tempted to make decisions without first asking God what He wants?Where do you notice yourself trying to control outcomes instead of trusting God? How has that affected your peace?Looking at your current calendar and priorities, what would someone conclude you value most? Does that reflect the life you want to live for Christ?
Transcribe →Gain the world, but lose your soul?
4w ago00:44:22Tap to summarizeJesus challenges us to surrender our own priorities, lose our lives for His sake, and live for eternal rewards, because nothing in this world is worth more than knowing and following Christ.Let Jesus shape your concernsLose your life to find your lifeLive for the right rewardsLife Group Discussion:What is one area of your life (career, relationships, finances, future, etc.) where you're most tempted to make decisions without first asking God what He wants?Where do you notice yourself trying to control outcomes instead of trusting God? How has that affected your peace?Looking at your current calendar and priorities, what would someone conclude you value most? Does that reflect the life you want to live for Christ?
Transcribe →What Do You Want Me to Do for You?
Jul 1200:41:50Tap to summarizeKam reminded us that Jesus invites us to bring every need to Him by pursuing Him with desperation, asking in faith, and following Him in response. Because Jesus has already met our greatest need through the cross, we can trust Him with every other request.Pursue Jesus in desperationAsk Jesus in faithFollow Jesus in responseLife Group Discussion:Jesus asked Bartimaeus, “What do you want me to do for you?” How would you honestly answer that question today, and what keeps you from bringing that request to Him?Bartimaeus pursued Jesus despite the crowd trying to silence him. What distractions, fears, or obstacles are you currently pushing through, or need to push through, to pursue Jesus more intentionally?Bartimaeus didn't just receive healing; he followed Jesus. How can you respond to God's work in your life this week in a way that draws you closer to Him, regardless of how He answers your prayers?
Transcribe →What Do You Want Me to Do for You?
Jul 1200:41:50Tap to summarizeKam reminded us that Jesus invites us to bring every need to Him by pursuing Him with desperation, asking in faith, and following Him in response. Because Jesus has already met our greatest need through the cross, we can trust Him with every other request.Pursue Jesus in desperationAsk Jesus in faithFollow Jesus in responseLife Group Discussion:Jesus asked Bartimaeus, “What do you want me to do for you?” How would you honestly answer that question today, and what keeps you from bringing that request to Him?Bartimaeus pursued Jesus despite the crowd trying to silence him. What distractions, fears, or obstacles are you currently pushing through, or need to push through, to pursue Jesus more intentionally?Bartimaeus didn't just receive healing; he followed Jesus. How can you respond to God's work in your life this week in a way that draws you closer to Him, regardless of how He answers your prayers?
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