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Purpose in Partnership

Who Is This Man?

Pastor Tony’s message, “Who Is This Man?”, centered on the identity, purpose, and power of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Matthew 1:21, he reminded us that Jesus came with a clear mission—to save His people from their sins. Through the joyful cries of the crowd in John 12 and the prophetic words of Isaiah 9, we see Jesus not only as a King but as our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Tony emphasized three key themes: Mission, Mercy, and Miracles, showing that Jesus fulfilled His divine purpose with compassion and power. Ultimately, in John 19, Jesus declared “It is finished,” completing His mission of redemption and sealing our hope through His sacrifice.

Joshua's Pursuit

Pastor Brian’s message from yesterday centered on the importance of seeking God’s presence and being willing to separate from distractions in order to fully pursue Him. Drawing from Exodus 33:7-11, he highlighted how Moses would isolate himself in the "tent of meeting" to encounter God, emphasizing that isolation can sometimes be necessary for spiritual separation. Pastor Brian pointed out that many desire God's presence but are unwilling to pay the personal price it requires, using Joshua as an example of someone who stayed in the tent to pursue God's presence at all costs. He concluded by stressing that God’s presence is meant to be at the center of our lives, and as believers, we are now carriers of His glory through Jesus Christ, who has granted us full access to God.

Week 5

Simeon