There were hundreds of eyewitnesses. 

It’s supported by history, not only Scripture.

The ongoing evidence of changed lives.

The resurrection has power to transforms us. 

The resurrection produces hope in us.

The resurrection is personal.

Don’t live alarmed.  

Stand firm through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

Stay focused on the mission. 

1)  See the need to reach spiritually lost people.  

2)    Reaching others requires boldness. 

3)    Build bridges to Jesus by finding common ground.  

4)    Expect mixed reactions.

5)    Even if only few believe, it’s worth the effort.  

Salvation comes from faith in Jesus, not by keeping rules or doing good.

Faith in Jesus produces true freedom from sin & legalism.  

The Holy Spirit empowers us to overcome the flesh. 

Holy Spirit produces God’s character in us. 

Allow God’s word to have authority over the world.

Resit the devil by renouncing his lies, forsaking sin, & embracing God’s truth.   

Celebrate God’s faithfulness.  

There are people who are still far from God.   

Embrace our shared responsibility in God’s house.  

Doing Your Part

1. Pray for Radiant Church.

2. Join Team Radiant. 

3. Give sacrificially.

   Invite your family & friends.

1. Intentional time of prayer. 

2.   Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. 

3.   Radical obedience to God. 

Reorient yourself to the life-giving love Jesus offers.  

Remove everything that’s getting between you and God.  

Be willing to follow Jesus no matter the cost.  

Blessings always follow obedience.

How To Read The Bible

1.  Choose a bible translation that speaks to you. 

2.  Scripture: Read slowly one chapter a day.  

3.  Observation: Ask questions about the text.

What does this reveal about God?

What does this reveal about mankind?

Is there sin to be avoided?

Is there a promise to be claimed?

Is there an example to follow?

Is there a command to obey?

What stands out to me and why?  

4.  Application: How can you apply this to your life? 

5:  Pray: Start & end your time with prayer.

Seek is intentional time set aside to draw closer to God.

Seek resets our spiritual compass.

Seek is 21 days of focused corporate prayer, fasting & worship. 

Love was God’s motive for sending Jesus.

Jesus’ love will transform our lives. 

We must desire & respond to Christ’s love.

Jesus’ love should flow through us. 

Joy is a choice we make independent of our circumstances.

 Joy is our souls response to encountering Jesus. 

Joy grows when our lives are centered on Jesus.

Recall the faithfulness of God.

Find reasons to laugh

Church must model human connection. 

Protect your kids from unmonitored access to AI. 

Set healthy boundaries for technology use.

AI has not caught God off guard. 

Church must model human connection. 

Protect your kids from unmonitored access to AI. 

Set healthy boundaries for technology use.

AI has not caught God off guard. 

Distracted Faith

1. Our love for Jesus grows cold.  

2)   We compromise our faith by blending in with the world.

3)   We view going to church as optional.  

3 Types of People

1. People in your circle of influence. 

2)    People you build relationship with.   

3)    People who oppose your faith.   

Our dreams begin with God.

Be faithful in the small things.

Be faithful in the small things.

Be on guard against discouragement.

Celebrate along the way. 

Holy Imagination is the God-given ability to envision a future aligned with His purposes.

1. Unstained by cultural pressures.

2.    Willing to face rejection. 

3.    Led by the Holy Spirit. 

4.    Bold in sharing the gospel.

5.    Focused on encouraging others. 

6.    Grounded in scriptures. 

7.    Lives generous.