What is your life? Life is chaotic, stressful, and uncertain. Make the most of your life by following the advice of James: surrender to God’s will. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Mark 9 when we read about the transfiguration of Jesus, we see that Jesus revealed a glimpse of his glory to his disciples. We are not meant to stay in our “mountain top moments,” but to trust Jesus completely and carry his glory into the ordinary moments of life as well. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Mark 1:29-39, we see Jesus’s healing as both comprehensive and personal. He not only meets our temporary needs but offers us a salvation that lasts forever. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Mark 1, we see that Jesus’s authority is revealed. This authority demands a response from us, as we determine who or what has authority over our own lives. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Mark 1, we see the urgency that comes when we follow Jesus. This urgency stems from a realization that Jesus is the embodiment of the kingdom of God, we are called to follow Him, and He is everything we need. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Matthew 11, we see John the Baptist grapple with doubt as he asks, “Jesus, are you the One?” We each have situations in our lives that cause us to doubt, but through this passage, we learn that Jesus exceeds all of our expectations. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

During the baptism of Jesus, a voice from heaven proved his identity as the Son of God beloved by the Father. In our baptism, the water reminds us of the cleansing of our sins, and a new birth through the Lord. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In Matthew 2, we read about the Magi seeking Jesus by following a star. This demonstrates God’s pursuit of us through signs and wonders, the global nature of salvation, and the truth that we have all been tasked with carrying the light to those who have not yet known it. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

Jesus calls us to leave a legacy of love with every interaction that we have. That means, we are to extend ourselves for the benefit of others, even when it doesn’t make sense. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

Jesus: What a Beautiful Name churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

The first of the signs of Jesus is supplying the source of abiding joy for a wedding feast. In a world that is often searching for joy in all the wrong places, Jesus reminds us that when we do whatever he tells us, we experience real glory. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

Jesus asks “What are you looking for?” We are invited to come and see for ourselves that the Jesus way of service and sacrifice leads to eternal and abundant life. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

In John 1:1-14, we read about our God, who did not stay distant, but who lived as God’s ultimate message for us, bringing light into the darkness, offering us grace and truth, and inviting us into His family. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

Committing to the ways, words, and wisdoms of God takes more than just words… it takes action! Fully commit to God by repenting and working in His vineyard. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community

Ultimate security and fulfillment come, not from amassing possessions for self, but from a life that is “rich toward God,” grounded in faith and generosity. churchofthelakes.orgAutor: Oasis Faith Community