Living Stones Christian Church East Bay (formerly Great Exchange)

Living a Life of Gratitude

Baptism Testimonies

Brian, Kenneth, Kris talk about unity in Christ

The new moral character that have in Christ requires intentionality to walk it out.

Our suffering means victory instead of shame now, bc Jesus is the crucified God; we are sharing in his victory Worldly philosophies/values/habits press us to compromise our faith in Jesus the crucified God. But he triumphs and fulfills these the values/desires.

Our suffering means victory instead of shame now, bc Jesus is the crucified God; we are sharing in his victory

Jesus is creator, new creator, over all. But he's different, he's the crucified God

Why the (forgotten) ascension of Christ matters

Our present sufferings can't compare with our future glory - possible because of Jesus' resurrection

Love is more important than freedom

When we serve the poor, we serve Christ

Leaders are called to have character and be like Christ; poignant in a culture of egalitarianism and the abuse of power

The church is about building each other up in love and challenging truth

The church is a "covenant community" - sacrificilally devoted to being with and for each other

The church is about Christ, not consumeristic "me", not even the "best version of me"

Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

What is God calling you to this year? How is God speaking to you? Does he have a new mission for you this year, or the continuation of an old mission? What step of faith do you need to take in response to what God is saying?

What if God has something surprising, challenging, purposeful—and ultimately GOOD for you this year? Key verse: "For I know the plans I have for you..."