He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy (Titus 3:5). We can get so caught up with doing and not doing that we miss what it means to abide in Christ (John 15).
The Christian life of obedience is not about following strict rules. Instead, it is about living in the power of the Holy Spirit who transforms our minds and hearts so we desire what he desires and, in turn, become more like Jesus.
This series of articles walk you through what it means to move from legalistic religion to Spirit-filled relationship.
If you've recently decided to commit your life to Jesus, you might be thinking, “Now what?” When you choose to follow Jesus, you don’t just have a new faith: you begin a relationship. But what does it mean to be in a relationship with God? What should you expect? And most importantly, how do you even begin to personally know the God of the universe? In this series, we’ll explore these and other questions to help you get started on this exciting adventure.
Treasure is a journey of discovery—a call to explore your relationship with Christ. In each session, you will follow stories of several people and explore what it truly means to be fully committed to Jesus. You'll study Scripture, watch a film, and work through discussion questions.
The abundant life Jesus offers you is a journey of faith. It won't happen by accident. Daily surrender is required, but it's not about letting go and letting God. It's about running to Jesus, holding on to him, and saying "Yes" to what he asks you to do. It's admitting that you can't do it without him — that you need the Holy Spirit to empower you.