Living Worthy

THEME: Living A Life of Growth and Discipleship

january 5, 2025 - february 23, 2025

Pastor Matt Stephens

Living worthy pt. 8

february 23, 2025

Text: Colossians 4:2
Summary: In the final message of the Living Worthy series, we focus on Colossians 4:2, where Paul calls believers to be "devoted to prayer, being watchful and thankful." A life worthy of the Lord is one that remains steadfast in prayer—continuing in conversation with God, staying spiritually alert, and cultivating gratitude. Prayer is not just a duty but a way of living in dependence on Christ. As we conclude this series, we are reminded that true spiritual growth is sustained through a deep and ongoing relationship with God, expressed in prayer. A worthy life is a prayerful life—one that seeks God's presence, trusts in His provision, and walks in His purpose.

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Giving Thanks to the Father

february 16, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:12
Focus: Gratitude is the mark of a mature disciple. Recognizing God’s work in our lives motivates us to disciple others.
Key Idea: Gratitude fuels spiritual growth and strengthens the community of faith.
Application: How can you cultivate a heart of thankfulness and lead others to live in gratitude to God?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Joyful Endurance  

february 9, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:11b
Focus: A mature disciple endures with joy, even in challenges, because of their trust in God.
Key Idea: Discipleship involves modeling joyful perseverance to others, showing faithfulness in trials.
Application: How are you demonstrating joyful endurance and teaching others to persevere?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Strengthened with Power

february 2, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:11a
Focus: Discipleship is not accomplished in our own strength but through God’s power, enabling endurance and patience.
Key Idea: God’s power sustains us in our journey of growth and equips us to lead others.
Application: Are you relying on God’s strength in your own walk and encouraging others to do the same?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Growing in Knowledge  

january 26, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:10c
Focus: Maturing in faith involves continually growing in our understanding of God and His ways.
Key Idea: Discipleship requires both receiving and passing on a deeper knowledge of God.
Application: How are you pursuing growth in your knowledge of God while helping others do the same?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Bearing Fruit

january 19, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:10b
Focus: A mature disciple bears fruit in every good work. This includes leading others to Christ and serving in love.
Key Idea: Fruitfulness is evidence of spiritual growth and leads to multiplication through discipleship.
Application: What fruit is evident in your life, and how are you encouraging others to bear fruit?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

walking worthy

january 12, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:10a
Focus: Living a life “worthy of the Lord” means aligning our daily actions with Christ’s example. Discipleship requires integrity in following Jesus.
Key Idea: True discipleship is demonstrated by how we walk—living in alignment with Christ’s character.
Application: Are your actions and priorities reflecting a life that pleases God and draws others to Him?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR

Filled with Knowledge

january 5, 2025

Text: Colossians 1:9
Focus: Paul prays for the Colossians to be filled with the knowledge of God’s will. Discipleship starts with understanding who God is and what He desires.
Key Idea: Spiritual maturity begins with seeking and submitting to God’s wisdom.
Application: How can you grow in your knowledge of God’s will through prayer, study, and discipleship?

PASTOR MATT STEPHENS - interim PASTOR