Church Talk Vs Faith Walk

Church Talk vs. Faith Walk Message Illustration | Sunday, June 29, 2009 First Federated Church | Des Moines, Iowa

Church Talk

Faith Walk

“Isn’t it terrible how many people are losing their jobs?”

So I will write a note of encouragement, donate to the food pantry, or give a check to the Deacons Fund.

“We need to reach out to the neighborhood and community.”

So I will personally participate in neighborhood flyer distribution, prayer walks, and outreaches.

When I look at the younger generation, I’m concerned about the future of this country.”

So I will pray for and participate in youth ministries & support youth mission trips.

“The family that prays together, stays together.”

So I will pray daily with my family (not just at the dinner table).

“I’m looking for stirring, passionate worship.”

So I will worship God with my radical obedience to my parents and His Word.

“This country has turned its back on God and is going down the tubes.”

So I will run after God and live counter-culturally.

“I’m just a sinner saved by grace”. “Christians aren’t perfect–just forgiven”

So I will extend extraordinary grace to others and assume the best about them.

“God owns the cattle on a thousand hills.”

So I can trust Him to provide as I give Him the first fruits of my resources.

“God is faithful, and He will provide.”

So I will wait for Him to provide and won’t buy on credit.

“Too many churches are getting away from solid Bible teaching.”

So I will expose myself to God’s Word daily.

“Prayer changes things.”

So I will pray more.

“Mike is right, the purpose of the church is to make disciples.”

So while I pursue Christ, I will work at making disciples.

“Yes, I will go into the fields to work today.”

I will actually go into the field to work today.