Westside Church Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church

Loving our neighbors is central to our identity as followers of Jesus. When we express genuine love and compassion to those around us, it shows true devotion and alignment with Jesus’s teachings.

The significance of Pentecost emphasizes that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to reach out and communicate God’s love to outsiders. The importance of a welcoming and inclusive church community is highlighted, focusing on living in community, loving neighbors, and keeping Jesus at the center, rather than setting high barriers for entry.

The team dives into Philippians 4:10-23

Contentment comes from actively participating in Christ’s life and surrendering worldly desires. This focus on spiritual fulfillment leads to genuine godly contentment.

This week Pastors Evan, Amelia and Josh it down and talk about Philippians 4:4-9 and what it looks like to find Christ and his joy and peace through suffering and hardship.

Following Jesus doesn’t mean sacrificing our happiness. By focusing on the present moment in relationship with Jesus, we can find peace in God’s presence.