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This week’s service features an encouraging and challenging message from Brother Jason titled "Which One Are You?" Grounded in Luke 5:17–26, the sermon examines the story of the paralyzed man lowered through the roof to meet Jesus. The message explores the four types of people present in the passage, those who need a way, those who are in the way, those who make a way, and the One who is the way, challenging believers to evaluate their hearts, remove obstacles, and actively bring others to Christ.

Service Breakdown

- Worship and Music: The congregation joins together in worship with classic hymns, including "When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder" and "Higher Ground," along with moving special student music reflecting on God's mercy and trusting Him through trials.

- Bible Reading: The service includes a responsive reading from Psalm 138:1–8, praising God for His lovingkindness, truth, enduring mercy, and faithful deliverance in times of trouble.

- Children’s Corner: Using the illustration of a tiny garden seed, the children’s lesson focuses on Matthew 17:20. The leader shares how even small faith placed in a big God can move mountains and how young people can do big things for God's kingdom through simple acts of kindness and prayer.

- The Message: Preaching from Luke 5:17–26, Brother Jason breaks down the account of Jesus healing and forgiving the paralyzed man. He highlights that humanity's greatest problem is spiritual rather than circumstantial, warns against acting like the critical Pharisees who block others from the Gospel, praises the bold faith of the friends who made a way, and proclaims Jesus as the only bridge to God.

Key Moments & Themes

- Those Who Need a Way: While the paralyzed man needed physical healing, Jesus first addressed his eternal need by forgiving his sins. We are reminded that our greatest need is spiritual salvation through Christ.

- Those in the Way: The religious leaders sat in judgment rather than worship, standing in the way of someone seeking God. Believers are challenged not to let preferences, comfort, or hypocritical living become stumbling blocks for the lost.

- Those Who Make a Way: Four faithful friends refused to let locked doors or crowds stop them, showing compassion, urgency, and creativity to bring their friend to Jesus. True faith takes action to lead others to the Savior.

- The One Who Is the Way: The friends could lower the man through the roof, but only Jesus could forgive his sins and tear the veil separating sinners from a holy God. Jesus is the bridge from death to life.

Call to Action

Ask yourself: Which one are you today? If you need a way to the Father, place your faith in Jesus Christ, who stands ready to forgive and restore you. If you are a believer, commit to being an avenue rather than an obstacle, share the Gospel, pray for the lost, and do whatever it takes to bring others to the feet of Jesus.