Into The Deep SERMON RECAP

Jude 1:17-23Matthew 9:36-38Matthew 5:13-16In concluding what has been an awesome time in our HOOKED series, Pastor Tyler reminds us to go deep with our faith in Jesus. God has so much for us all, if only we would trust him to go with us into the uncertain, uncomfortable and perhaps undesirable places and situations. With God all things are possible. 1.Be built up in your faithJude tells us to build ourselves up in our most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit. Like a fisherman, this means doing the work in order to be prepared, having done the research of where the fish most likely will be, knowledge of the species of fish and their dietary habits, having and utilizing the right equipment, tackle, nets, etc. Being well equipped is a spiritual necessity in our faith journey as well. Being equipped with God's word, operating in His strength, allowing the Holy Spirit to move in high pressure moments. As mature followers of Christ we must be willing to do this.2.Save Others"save others by snatching them out of the fire;" (Jude 1:23) This language "snatching out of the fire" stirs up feelings of immediate danger and rescue. There is urgency in the mission we've been given. Time is running out. The fire is burning and people are dying. We cannot stand idly by as they do without sending out to them the life saving message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our faith was never just for us. We are to do this with mercy and patience for others, it is not for us to judge but for God. Jude also tells us to hate the things of the flesh that do not fulfill like the higher things of God.3.Be a Witness / Be the LaborerTo be a witness simply means to proclaim what you have seen. Don't overcomplicate it. But don't shy away from the fullness and responsibility of it. Let your light shine for all to see. Share your story with others. Secondly, be the laborer. You glorify God by serving others. If you don't see Christ in the needy than you will not see Him at the altar. Every Christian is called to serve and there are so many opportunities. We love ya church! See you at EPIC SERVE SUNDAY next week!