Believing Means Behaving | Titus 3:1-8

VBS Sunday 2026 | Emerald Crossing

In this VBS recap message, Elder Franky walks through Psalm 23 and asks a central question: “Is the Lord a shepherd, or is He your shepherd?” Using testimonies from volunteers, he highlights how serving and being in God’s Word all week makes Scripture “come alive” and exposes whether we truly treat God as Lord and Shepherd—or only want His blessings without real surrender. Key themes: - Psalm 23 is not just a familiar passage; it’s meant to be personally lived and internalized. - “The Lord” implies authority, submission, and a holistic response—not a partial or convenient Lordship. - A true shepherd provides, protects, leads, comforts, guides, disciplines, and keeps His promises. - We often try to replace God as our sufficiency (with relationships, work, money, etc.), revealing that we don’t really see Him as enough. - Serving in the body (like at VBS) is one way God deepens our roots, grows our trust, and shows His shepherding care. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage   - Psalm 23 Supporting Scripture Passage   - John 10:11–15 (Jesus as the Good Shepherd) Application Scripture Passage   - Luke 9:23–24 (Denying self and following Jesus as Lord) Questions to consider: - Is the Lord truly my shepherd—or just “a” shepherd I acknowledge from a distance? - Where am I looking to something else (job, spouse, kids, comfort) to be my provider or protector instead of God? - Which role of the Shepherd (leader, comforter, disciplinarian, provider) am I resisting most right now? - How might God be inviting me to serve so that His Word becomes more “real” and rooted in my life?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 3:9-15 | Father's Day

In this closing message from the book of Titus, Pastor Robbie walks through Paul’s final instructions to Titus and the church in Crete. Paul urges the church to avoid divisive people, care well for gospel workers, and devote themselves to doing what is good so they don’t live unproductive lives. Key themes: - Churches (and Christians) will always have things that need to be “put in order.” - Divisive people must be warned—and, if unrepentant, avoided for the sake of church unity. - Ministry is personal and pastoral: we should be honest about our needs and care for one another. - God calls His people to practical obedience, not over‑spiritualizing every decision. - Believers must *learn* to devote themselves to good works and to meet urgent needs. - Every Christian is a “vessel” meant to be cleansed and useful to the Master for every good work. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage   - Titus 3:9–15   Supporting Scripture Passage   - 2 Timothy 2:20–22   Application Scripture Passage   - Matthew 5:14–16   Questions to consider: - Am I contributing to unity in my church, or to division and distraction from the main things? - Where do I need to be more honest and personal with others about my struggles and needs? - In what specific ways can I devote myself to doing good and meeting urgent needs this week?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 3:1-8

In this message from Titus 3:1–8, Deacon Brock reminds believers of the transforming power of salvation. Paul calls Christians to live differently in a pagan culture—not by moral effort alone, but by remembering what God has done: He saved us, not because of our works, but according to His mercy, by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit. Key themes: - Christians need constant reminders of the gospel in order to live faithfully. - We are called to live submissively, peaceably, and gently—even under imperfect authorities. - Our former life was marked by foolishness, slavery to passions, and hatred, but God intervened in mercy. - Salvation is entirely God’s work: He saved us, not by our righteousness, but by His grace through Christ. - We are not saved *by* good works, but we are absolutely saved *for* good works. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage   - Titus 3:1–8   Supporting Scripture Passage   - Romans 13:1–7   Application Scripture Passage   - Ephesians 2:8–10   Questions to consider: - What specific truths of the gospel do I most need to be reminded of right now? - Where am I tempted to go back to the “old me” described in Titus 3:3? - How is God calling me to “be ready for every good work” in my home, workplace, and church this week?

Believing Means Behaving | Titus 2:11-15 | Communion

In this message from Titus 2, the focus is on how God’s grace not only saves us, but also trains us, sustains us, and transforms us. Pastor shows that communion is a time to remember Christ’s sacrifice, reflect on our walk, and rejoice in the transforming power of grace. Rather than living in guilt or self-effort, believers are called to see themselves as God’s treasured people, empowered by grace to say “no” to sin and “yes” to godliness. Key themes: - God’s grace has appeared in Christ and offers salvation to all people. - Grace doesn’t just save us; it teaches us to live self-controlled, upright, godly lives. - Grace shifts our focus from this temporary world to our “blessed hope” in Christ’s return. - Jesus redeemed and purified a people for Himself—Christianity is personal but never private. - Nothing can separate believers from God’s love; He is fully “for” His people even in their struggle with sin. - Communion is a reminder that we can confess, repent, and “take a drop and hit again” because grace is sufficient. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage   - Titus 2:11–14   Supporting Scripture Passage   - Romans 8:31–39   Application Scripture Passage   - Romans 7:21–25   Questions to consider: - Where do I see God’s grace currently teaching me to say “no” and to say “yes” in my daily life? - Do I truly believe God is “for” me, even in the areas where I keep struggling with sin? - Am I living as part of “a people” redeemed by Christ, or mostly as a lone, isolated Christian?

Family Sunday | May 2026

On this Family Sunday we are only including the Sermon preached. Our Deacon & Youth Director Abraham connects the church’s mission with the Great Commission and the meaning of baptism. He explains that baptism is a public identification with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, and that the real change happens in the heart before anyone ever steps into the water. The heart of the sermon focuses on what it truly means to be a disciple. Abraham distinguishes between true disciples and “professing only” disciples, warning from Scripture that outward religious activity alone does not save. Using Peter and Judas as examples, he shows that the key difference is not sinless perfection, but repentant obedience flowing from a real relationship with Christ. Key themes: - The Great Commission’s central command is to “make disciples,” with going, baptizing, and teaching supporting that mission. - Baptism is an act of obedience and public identification with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection—not a means of salvation. - There is a vital difference between true disciples and false/professing disciples. - True disciples are marked by repentant obedience, transformation, spiritual fruit, and perseverance—not perfection. - It is possible to be very religious and still hear Jesus say, “I never knew you,” if there is no genuine relationship and obedience. Scripture to Read: Main Scripture Passage  - Matthew 28:18–20  Supporting Scripture Passage  - Romans 6:3–4  Application Scripture Passage  - Matthew 7:21–23  Questions to consider: - Am I a true disciple of Jesus, or merely a follower in name and activity? - When I sin, does it lead me to repentance and a deeper obedience, or do I remain mostly unchanged? - Where do I see evidence of spiritual fruit and transformation in my life—and where do I need to surrender more fully to Christ’s lordship? If you want to see the Baptisms & Baby Dedication Watch Full Service Here [https://youtube.com/live/69n8tvua_-E?feature=share]