Bethesda Christian Church Sermon of the Week

All.....Because of Jesus Week Three - 02/01/26

Forgiveness is tied to sacrifice. Jesus became the final sacrifice for us and something we cannot achieve on our own. We still will make mistakes, so we are called to confess our sins to one another. Confession does not re-secure salvation - it restores fellowship. The discipline from God is not in judgement but because He loves us.

All.....Because of Jesus Week Two - 01/25/26

We know that Jesus has set us free. We are justified—declared guiltless, free to go. Yet so often we feel like we still owe something, like we’ll never be good enough. But is that how it really works? Righteousness is not earned; it’s a gift. You are righteous because of Jesus—not because you never fail, but because Christ never failed. Faith isn’t about effort; it’s about trust. Trusting that Jesus took your sin and credited you with His righteousness.

All.....Because of Jesus Week One - 01/18/26

When we put our faith in Jesus, we often think first about what we receive someday—eternal life after we die. What do we receive while we're still here on earth? In week one of our new series, we discover that Romans 5 tells us we are no longer enemies of God and are at peace with God. This is not a peace that we can earn or cultivate, but a peace that is given freely. This peace is foundation for everything else we cover in the coming weeks.

Two Fires - 01/11/26

After Peter denied Jesus, Jesus did not ask Peter, “Will you die for me?” He asked, “Do you love me?” Peter’s failure wasn’t erased, it was redeemed. Today Jesus offers the same to us. True love is what sustains obedience when courage wavers. Love is proven by daily faithfulness, steady obedience, and staying when it would be easier to quit. In the face of failure, Jesus offers restoration.

A New And Better Way - 01/04/26

Change is often difficult, and we naturally cling to what feels familiar. When we stay stuck in old patterns, we can miss out on the better life God desires for us. Jesus came to bring new life, not just to improve the old but to transform it completely. Following Jesus means letting go of what no longer leads to life. Where is Jesus calling you to a better way of living?