Embracing Change: A Journey of Faith and Legacy
Summary
In today's gathering, we celebrated the journey of our church, reflecting on the past 29 years and looking forward to the future. We began by acknowledging the presence of our overseers and special guests, emphasizing the importance of community and shared vision. Our church has always been a place where Christ is exalted, the lost are evangelized, the hurting are encouraged, and the saints are equipped. This mission remains central as we transition into a new season.
Reflecting on our humble beginnings, we remembered the challenges and triumphs that have shaped us. From starting with no financial support to renovating our first building, it has been a journey of faith and perseverance. We are reminded that the church is not ours but belongs to Christ, and it is through His guidance that we have come this far.
The number 29 holds spiritual significance, symbolizing faithfulness and preparation for what is to come. As we stand on the verge of something new, we embrace the future with expectation, knowing that God is leading us into a new season. This transition is not just about change but about leaving a legacy for future generations. The church has always been multi-generational, and we are committed to ensuring that it continues to thrive beyond our time.
We announced an exciting partnership with The Rock Church, led by Kevin and Melissa Goff, marking a new chapter in our journey. This partnership is not a merger but a collaboration that signifies a new beginning. As we approach our 30th anniversary, we recognize the biblical significance of the number 30, representing the start of a significant purpose or ministry.
In this season of change, we are reminded of the importance of allowing God to lead our lives. Many of us have experienced the transformative power of moving from death to life through Christ. Today, we invite those who have not yet made this change to consider the call of the Holy Spirit and embrace the new life that God offers.
Key Takeaways:
- The church belongs to Christ, and it is through His guidance that we have journeyed through 29 years of faith and perseverance. Our mission remains to exalt Christ, evangelize the lost, encourage the hurting, and equip the saints. [06:58]
- The number 29 symbolizes faithfulness and preparation for what is to come. As we stand on the verge of something new, we embrace the future with expectation, knowing that God is leading us into a new season. [14:19]
- Our partnership with The Rock Church marks a new chapter in our journey. This collaboration is not a merger but a partnership that signifies a new beginning, aligning with the biblical significance of the number 30. [22:53]
- The church is multi-generational, and we are committed to ensuring that it continues to thrive beyond our time. This legacy is built on the foundation of faith and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. [33:37]
- Embracing change requires allowing God to lead our lives. The most important change is moving from death to life through Christ, and today is the day to make that decision and embrace the new life that God offers. [33:37]
Youtube Chapters:
[00:00] - Welcome
[06:58] - Reflecting on Our Journey
[14:19] - Embracing the Future
[22:53] - Partnership with The Rock Church
[33:37] - Invitation to Change
[40:00] - Closing Prayer and Celebration
Study Guide
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
1. Matthew 16:13-18 - This passage highlights the foundation of the church on the revelation of Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God.
2. Ecclesiastes 3:1 - "To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven," emphasizing the theme of transition and new beginnings.
3. Genesis 17:5 - The change of Abram's name to Abraham, symbolizing a new covenant and purpose, reflecting the theme of new beginnings and partnerships.
#### Observation Questions
1. What does Jesus ask His disciples in Matthew 16:13-18, and how does Peter respond? How does Jesus describe the future of His church? [06:58]
2. How does the sermon describe the significance of the number 29 in the context of the church's journey? [14:19]
3. What is the nature of the partnership between The Father's House and The Rock Church, and how is it different from a merger? [22:53]
4. How does the sermon illustrate the concept of a multi-generational church, and what biblical examples are given? [14:19]
#### Interpretation Questions
1. In Matthew 16:18, Jesus says, "On this rock I will build my church." What does this mean for the church's identity and mission today? [06:58]
2. The sermon mentions the number 29 as a symbol of faithfulness and preparation. How can this symbolism be applied to personal spiritual growth? [14:19]
3. The partnership with The Rock Church is described as a new beginning. How does this reflect the biblical theme of new seasons and divine purpose? [22:53]
4. The sermon emphasizes the importance of leaving a legacy. How does the concept of a multi-generational church contribute to this legacy? [14:19]
#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on the statement that the church belongs to Christ. How does this perspective influence your involvement and commitment to your local church? [06:58]
2. The sermon speaks of embracing change and allowing God to lead. What changes in your life might you need to embrace, trusting in God's guidance? [33:37]
3. The partnership with The Rock Church signifies a new beginning. How can you personally contribute to fostering unity and collaboration within your church community? [22:53]
4. The sermon highlights the importance of moving from death to life through Christ. Have you experienced this transformation, and how can you share this journey with others? [33:37]
5. The concept of a multi-generational church is emphasized. How can you actively engage with and support different generations within your church? [14:19]
6. The sermon mentions the significance of the number 30 as a time of stepping into a new purpose. What new purpose or calling might God be leading you to pursue in this season? [22:53]
7. Consider the idea of leaving a legacy for future generations. What steps can you take today to ensure that your faith and values are passed on to the next generation? [14:19]
Devotional
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Quotes
"And we also have one of our overseers here today and our counselor, Dwight. We're welcome. Would you stand? We'll give you a warm welcome. Wow. We're blessed. He'll be here the end of next month talking about a very important subject, and we'll talk about it. Talking about anniversaries, our friend Jeremy's here today. Next week is 18 years. He's launched his company. Lucky you. Lucky you. I've gotten many motorcycles, man, he's in it. Love Jeremy. He's like a son. I love him so much. Wow." [00:02:44] (48 seconds)
"Because we're going to talk about a lot of great things. And I just, I was just thinking how we started. When we started, I didn't really know anything. And the only book on church growth at that time was Your Friend Dwight Elmer Towns. That was the only book. There were no church planting organizations. We started with no financial support. We liquidated everything we had to sort of get things going. And I was teaching at a seminary in Columbus, Georgia. And you were working at eye doctors." [00:08:43] (32 seconds)
"You know, I was thinking that when we talk about this today, it's all because of God. I mean, I can't say anything else. It's because of him, because it's his church. It's not my church or your church, and I just felt like it would be very appropriate for us to look at the passage in Matthew 16, verse 13. It says this, and when Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, who do men say that I am?" [00:10:53] (34 seconds)
"And in 29 in the Bible, it's very significant. And here's what it is. The number 29 carries a significant spiritual meaning. It speaks of being on the verge of something new. Is that awesome? In scripture, it symbolizes faithfulness, trust, and preparation for what's next. How many of you feel in your spirit that there's just something about to happen? Do you feel that? I mean, you just sense that. I mean, God has been doing so many, many wonderful things. So we look at that, and it's a season of expectation." [00:12:49] (39 seconds)
"Like today, we could rejoice and we could mourn at the same time. We could dance and we can weep. Because this is a season of not only talking about our past, but talking about we've come, you know, 29 years. Next year will be 30 years. 30 is a very significant number, name and thing in the Bible. But we also want to say that we want to see the Father's house go on another 30 plus years. And so if you time that out, I'm 75, I probably don't have another 30, 30 years." [00:19:12] (32 seconds)
"so we're all still here they're still here but uh we decided with our elders and our board and our overseers that the next phase of the father's house would be that we want to welcome uh the rock church kevin and melissa goff to become part of the next phase of the father's house would you come and join us today let's give them a hand come on come on yeah yeah yeah" [00:20:36] (31 seconds)
"those of you who don't know pastor kevin and melissa pastor the rock church they have three two in arizona and one in oklahoma and after next year on the 30th anniversary they'll also have the father's house a rock church florida we'll talk more about that in a minute but uh next year is the 30th year isn't it interesting that today is what today is uh march the 30th and it's our 29th anniversary next year our anniversary will be march the 29th and it'll be the 30th anniversary here's what the number 30 signifies in the bible so so we didn't just pick these things at random but the holy spirit spoke to our heart and we'd had no idea that 29 was a year of expectation because something new was getting ready to happen and then 30 look at the significance of this in the bible the number 30 represents the beginning of a significant purpose or ministry it marks the transition from preparation to action it may signify a new season of stepping into your calling a greater responsibility or a divine purpose" [00:21:29] (73 seconds)
"you know before before we leave out today you know I think one most important thing is that you change in your life you know in our devotion this morning it was all about John talking about the Jesus is the light he's the life he's the light he's the life so maybe you came in here today and maybe your life has not been going as great as what you would hope it would be maybe it's because you've been trying to take charge instead of letting the Lord take charge of your life you know the most important change you can ever have is when you change from death into life how many of you today have made that change raise your hand you change from death to life you became a believer you walked out of darkness into light how many that's what it's all about and in the midst of all of this today as you're sitting there we're talking about change the Holy Spirit has been knocking on your heart's door and saying there's some things need to change in your life and and immediately you say but I've tried to change them that's it you've tried to change but today I just sense the Holy Spirit saying I want to come and you" [00:40:40] (83 seconds)
"on the third day you rose from the grave for as many as call upon you could be saved fill me with your spirit today as best as I know how I want to serve you in Jesus name Church would you celebrate with me today with those who made that decision come on" [00:44:43] (23 seconds)
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