New Life Sunday is a celebration of membership and baptism, as we come together for a time of worship as the family of God.

Scripture References: Romans 10:13-15

Related Topics: New Life Sunday | More Messages from Brian Richardson

From Series: "Dirty Work, pt. 2"

“Dirty Work” involves preparing the soil, planting seeds, watering the plants, and pulling the weeds. Our previous conversation helped shape our personal approach to sharing the good news of Jesus in natural, organic ways--recognizing the practical and messy parts of putting our faith into action. What we often fail to recognize is the Holy Spirit’s work in the process-- preparing the hearts of the listener as well as the heart of story teller. Part 2 of “Dirty Work” will equip us to do our part --to bear kingdom fruit. Let’s anticipate the harvest!

In continuing our previous conversation about "Dirty Work," the analogy remains: We are not the sower. We're not even the seed. We... are the dirt. But don't automatically assume that you're good soil. A Kingdom harvest must be predicated by people "in the Spirit!" So prepare to get uncomfortable. As Dr. Jerry Porter once said, "Our passion to be Christlike--and to make Christlike disciples who mkae Christlike disciples--is not a program or a curriculum, it is a way of life. It is an intentionaly, relational, mutually empowering, lifelong Jesus pilgrimage."

Scripture References: Luke 8:4-15, Matthew 7:19, Colossians 1:3-10, Romans 3:23-24

More Messages from Brian Richardson

Scripture & Message Notes