We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - August 18, 2019
Encountering Jesus
No one can truly encounter Jesus and remain unchanged. Even the winds and sea obey Him. His is an authority and power that demonstrates sovereign mastery over the greatest forces in nature. Filled with fearful awe, those nearest Him cry, “What sort of man is this?” Now forces greater than nature oppose Him and explicitly reveal the answer. The encounter is nothing less than spectacular. In this miracle scene, the utter peculiarity of His person is put more on display than His power. It is more about who He is than what He can do. His authority derives from His nature. His mere presence produces reaction. The reactions in this dramatic encounter reveal more of Christ with the aim of calling all to see Him for who He is and to reverently receive Him.
Scripture References: Matthew 8:28-34
