The Conversation Before the Conversation

What If This Is the Moment

What if the moment you’ve been praying for doesn’t look like you expected? In this message from the Start With One series, Pastor Chris Schansberg explores Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4:4–14, revealing how God often works through ordinary conversations to accomplish extraordinary things. Jesus didn’t wait for the perfect setting—He embraced the interruption, crossed cultural barriers, remained available even when He was tired, and patiently led one searching woman toward the living water only He could give.   You’ll discover practical, biblical encouragement for sharing your faith with the people God has already placed in your life. Learn why the detour may be the assignment, why differences don’t have to become distance, why we shouldn’t give up when people don’t immediately understand, and why Jesus always met people where they were before leading them where they needed to be. Sermon Template - What If This Is the Moment - ChatGPT.docx Whether you’re praying for a family member, friend, coworker, or neighbor, this message will encourage you to trust that God is already at work. One conversation. One invitation. One act of kindness. One moment of courage may become the moment God uses to change someone’s eternity.  Scripture: John 4:4–14 Topics: Evangelism, Sharing Your Faith, The Samaritan Woman, Living Water, Divine Appointments, Christian Living, Discipleship, Gospel Conversations, Mission, Start With One, Jesus, Hope.

A Tenacious Compassion

Who is your Somebody? The friend. The child. The spouse. The coworker. The person you’ve been praying for and believing God to reach. In Mark 2, four ordinary men carried their friend to Jesus. When the crowd got in the way, they didn’t quit. When the door was blocked, they found another way. Their compassion was stronger than the obstacles in front of them. And maybe that’s the challenge for all of us. What if faith isn’t just believing God can change someone’s life? What if faith is refusing to stop carrying them to Jesus? In this message, Pastor Chris Schansberg explores the story of the four friends and the kind of tenacious compassion that keeps praying, keeps believing, keeps inviting, and keeps showing up. Because sometimes the greatest act of faith isn’t starting the journey—it’s refusing to stop walking. If you’ve ever felt discouraged praying for someone you love, this message will remind you that God is still working, Jesus still changes lives, and one encounter with Him can change everything. Scripture: Mark 2:2–12 Series: Start With One Speaker: Pastor Chris Schansberg Don’t stop carrying. Don’t stop praying. Don’t stop believing. Jesus may be doing more than you can see.

The Conversation Before the Conversation

Before we talk to people about God, we need to talk to God about people. In Week 2 of the Start With One series, Pastor Chris Schansberg explores Colossians 4:2–6 and reveals a powerful truth that can change the way we think about evangelism: the most important conversation often happens before we ever speak a word. Prayer is not the backup plan—it is the starting point.   Through Scripture and practical examples, this message shows how God is already at work in the lives of people long before we arrive. Looking at the stories of Philip and the Ethiopian official, Lydia’s conversion, and Paul’s instructions to the church at Colossae, Pastor Chris reminds us that the primary mover in evangelism is Jesus. We are participants, not producers.   Discover how to: * Stay close to Jesus through a “praying life,” not just a prayer time. * Pray, “Lord, open a door. Help me say it. Help them see it.” * Allow prayer to shape your presence before it shapes your words. * Speak with grace, wisdom, and confidence when God opens opportunities. * Trust the Holy Spirit to do what only He can do—open hearts and bring people to faith.   Whether you’re praying for a family member, friend, coworker, neighbor, or someone God has placed on your heart, this message will encourage you to release the pressure, trust God’s work, and faithfully join Jesus in what He is already doing. Scripture: Colossians 4:2–6 Series: Start With One Speaker: Pastor Chris Schansberg Church: Dauphin Island Baptist Church Start with prayer. Stay close to Jesus. Trust the Holy Spirit. And watch what God can do through one conversation before the conversation.

Why Is Everybody Finding Somebody?

What happens when one person meets Jesus? In this message from John 1:40–49, Pastor Chris Schansberg launches the Start With One series by exploring a simple but powerful truth: everybody has a somebody. Andrew finds Simon. Philip finds Nathanael. Jesus finds Philip. Throughout the story, ordinary people take intentional steps to help others encounter Christ.   In Why Is Everybody Finding Somebody?, you’ll discover how God is already at work in the lives of the people around you, why somebody often comes to mind when you walk closely with Jesus, and how simple invitations can become life-changing moments. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and a powerful testimony of God’s pursuit, this message reminds us that evangelism is not about winning arguments—it’s about helping people meet Jesus for themselves.   Whether you’re praying for a family member, friend, neighbor, coworker, or someone God has unexpectedly placed on your heart, this message will encourage you to trust that Jesus got there first—and to take your next step in faith. Scripture: John 1:40–49 Series: Start With One Speaker: Pastor Chris Schansberg Church: Dauphin Island Baptist Church Join us as we learn how one conversation, one invitation, and one act of obedience can become part of God’s plan to change a life, a family, and even generations to come.

Keep Showing Up

In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Chris Schansberg explores Jesus’ call to discipleship in Luke 9:21–25 and what it means to faithfully “Keep Showing Up.” While the message speaks directly to fathers, its challenge applies to every follower of Christ. Jesus modeled a life of sacrifice, endurance, and unwavering love. He not only showed us the way—He invites us to walk it. Through practical stories, biblical teaching, and encouragement for parents and families, Pastor Chris reminds us that some of the most important moments in life happen in the ordinary decisions we make every day. Whether you’re a father, a parent, a grandparent, or simply someone seeking to follow Jesus more closely, this message will encourage you to keep loving, keep serving, keep trusting God, and keep showing up. As we choose what matters most over what feels most urgent, God uses our faithfulness to strengthen relationships, build lasting legacies, and shape us into people others can count on. Scripture: Luke 9:21–25 Series: When in Rome, Pt. II Message Title: Keep Showing Up