The Boys In The Boat

Our faith is personal, but it's not meant to be private.

 

I. Persevere and endure.

 

Hebrews 12:1-2 NIV

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

 

Everyone's race is not the same; but you're not alone in your race.

 

endure - withstand; last; bear the weight of

 

John 15:5 NIV

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.

 

James 1:2-4 NIV

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

 

I. Persevere and endure.

II. Embrace unity.

 

Psalms 133:1 NIV

How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!

 

vision - be a church for the unchurched

 

mission - lead people to know, love, and follow Jesus

 

How to Experience Unity:

1. Be vulnerable.

2. Be patient.

3. Be teachable.

 

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 NIV

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.

 

Unity with God the Father brings healing.

 

I. Persevere and endure.

II. Embrace unity.

III. Be on guard.

 

1 John 4:18 NIV

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

 

1 Corinthians 16:13 NIV

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.

 

2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

 

Be On Guard When It Comes To:

1. Your Thoughts

2. How You See You

 

Christ sees you through the lens of the cross.