Life Church Chico LIFE|CHURCH

Pastor Lana discusses the cycles of spiritual dryness and renewal in a believer's life, relating them to the natural seasons. She encourages repentance and readiness for God's work in new seasons of life, paralleling spiritual growth to gardening tasks like weeding and preparing the soil. She also discusses Paul's conversion and mission, emphasizing God's call to spread the Gospel to both Jews and Gentiles, demonstrating God's unfolding plan across the scriptures.

This sermon, post-Easter, prompts us to consider "So now what?" in our faith journey, emphasizing the importance of baptism, integration into the church community, and daily devotion to Jesus. It recounts the missionary journey of Saul (Paul) and Barnabas in Acts 13, where they, led by the Holy Spirit, embark on a mission to spread the Gospel, starting from their community to the ends of the earth. Through their experiences, we're reminded of the transformative power of faith and the unstoppable nature of the Gospel, regardless of external circumstances or opposition. It's a call to take our walk with Jesus seriously and to consider our next steps in faith, embracing the challenges and opportunities for growth and mission in our lives.