Communion With God

In this message, Pastor Mike Jenkins reflects on the recent E4 leadership conference and a powerful encounter with the hymns of old. Drawing from the "Redback Hymnal" and the stirring lyrics of Blessed Assurance, Pastor Mike explores how our personal testimony serves as a bridge to the Gospel. From the shores of the Pacific Northwest to the heart of Wakulla, the message remains the same: Jesus relates to us through stories, and He calls us to tell ours. The teaching transitions into a deep dive into the institution of the Lord’s Supper, examining the different perspectives found in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark. Pastor Mike contrasts the betrayal of Judas with our own daily walk, offering a raw and honest look at what it means to be "justified" while walking in the authority of Christ to pray for the sick and expect the miraculous. -- Go tell your story: Understanding that Jesus used relatability and storytelling to reach the lost, and we are called to do the same. -- The power of the "Redback Hymnal": Why the theology in classic hymns like Blessed Assurance still holds the key to our identity in Christ. -- Faith in the face of a diagnosis: A personal update on Pastor Mike’s journey of healing and the importance of rebuking the enemy’s report. -- The Judas dynamic: A sobering reflection on how we sometimes betray the Cross in our daily lives and the grace that meets us there. -- The "Franchise License": Recognizing that because Jesus went to the Father, we have the authority to do the works He did and even greater. -- Communion across cultures: A humorous and insightful look at how the Lord’s Supper is celebrated from Florida to Spain. Scriptures for Further Study -- Isaiah 53:5 -- Hebrews 11:1 -- John 14:12 -- Matthew 26:17-27 -- Mark 14:12-24