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What are the implications of the, "In the beginning?"

This past week, we saw that our God has revealed the mystery of eternity. There is no secret about who and how one might have eternal life. First, salvation is available to all Jews and Gentiles only through Jesus of the Bible. As we continue with Paul this week to the Colossian church, we will see that we are…Complete in Christ.

We have a saying in our society that some, maybe many, “like a good mystery.” And if that mystery does not adversely involve them, that is probably true. But if it impacts us, my guess is that we are likely to “not like that mystery.” Pain as an example. Mystery pain is not something most of us look forward to, and yet I know for some in this room you have suffered from mystery pain for decades. What would you be willing to do, who would you be willing to follow, who would you be willing to pay if they could reveal “whatever” mystery you faced? Well, groups were rising even in the mid-first century that claimed they had the answers to God's mysteries. Yet Paul, writing to the believers in Christ within the Colossians church, lets them know that the Mystery has been revealed and is free to all.

Last week, we were reminded, or possibly learned for the first time, that Jesus is God. We ended the message in Colossians 1:15-18 where we learned that Jesus is… · Image of the Invisible God, that is, the Father. · He created all things, both visible and invisible. · He is before all things and holds all things together by His power. Family, as we continue this week, we see that…Jesus is all we need!

I don’t know about you, but if I walk into a doctor's office, I’d like to know that the doctor can help me with whatever problem I have. Part of this comes down to their credentials. If you need a cardiologist (a heart doctor), you probably don’t want to look at the wall and see a degree from dental school. If you have questions about your eternity and what will happen to you after this life, you probably want to know that who you put your hope in can secure that eternity. Last week, we began a new series in the Book of Colossians and began to see that when it comes to our eternity, Jesus is Enough. But how is Jesus Enough? Well, simply put, Jesus is enough because…Jesus is God!

There are many get-rich schemes in today's world. People claim to have some secret knowledge of financial success, but the truth is that financial success is really quite simple when seen through the eyes of the wealthiest among us 1. Save 2. Invest 3. Be frugal (budget). The truth about eternity with our Creator is even simpler: 1. Jesus. That's it, confess and believe in Jesus. Yet within years of the resurrection, groups were claiming to have secret knowledge that pushed Jesus + _________. The Colossian church faced such a threat, and this week, we begin our journey through the magnificent Letter to the Colossians, seeing that it is just as relevant today as it was 2000 years ago.

One week ago, we remembered Jesus willingly riding into Jerusalem to face an inevitable future, a future that He had chosen… a future of denial, rejection, ridicule, mockery, abuse, hate, and death. Jesus has been dead now for three days. His disciples are expecting nothing but to prepare His body as was tradition. But this is no traditional burial...

Jesus has been ministering for three years, and now His earthly ministry is concluding. What can we learn from the journey to Jerusalem?

Today, we finish out the Purpose, Mission, Vision 2024 series with "Vision." Vision is how we, specifically here at Sonrise, live out the Mission to "Go, Make, Baptize, and Teach."

Last week, we learned about our “Purpose” as believers in Christ: to “Love God and Love People.” But “what” do we do in response to our purpose? Well, this is what we call our “Mission.” Join us as we dive into Matthew 28 and learn our Mission from the “Great Commission.”

Why do we exist? For what purpose has God created humanity? Is it to live, reproduce, and die? Of course not! Join us as Pastor Chris begins the 2024 edition of our Purpose, Mission, and Vision series.

Paul, having just expressed his desire to come and visit the church in Rome, closes this beautiful letter with a series of commendations for those who have served along his side personally and now within the Roman church.

This week, we begin our two-week conclusion of the Book of Romans.

Pastor Brent Peterson from Summit 419 Church in Coalsville, Utah, reminds us of what it means to be "Fishers of Men."

Who are the lost? What does it mean to be lost? What does it mean to be found? Pastor Chris looks to Luke 15 for the answers.

Pastor Chris returns from the Philippines and shares a message that he was requested to speak to Pastor Mar's church regarding Passion for the Lord and the Lost; not surprisingly, it is relevant to us here in the States as well.

We have an unofficial saying here at Sonrise: "God's Got All the Things." But what does that mean? Where did it come from? Is it biblical? Join us as Pastor Chris addresses these questions and more.

Paul Mitton reminds us that our lives should be centered on Christ.

Jim Colson shares from one of the most recognizable books in the Bible.

Last week, we were introduced to the concept of "doubtful things," which should not be the cause of separation and judging of one believer over another. Paul specifically addressed meat that had been deemed unclean for some reason. This could have been because it had been sacrificed to a false God or was unclean according to Jewish dietary laws. This week, Paul deals with days and circles back to food as we look at "More About Doubtful Things."

Have you ever been judged? Have you ever judged? I guess you have answered "yes" to both of these questions. This week, Paul will give us some amazing advice, cautioning us to “Be careful how you judge.” #jesus #ApostlePaul #faithfulness #salvation #grace #Love #Hypocrisy #christianlife #judging

Last week, the Apostle Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit, told his audience, as well as us, that we need to submit to the governing authorities and pay our taxes; this week, he is going to further upset the apple cart by declaring that we should “Owe Only Love.” #jesus #ApostlePaul #faithfulness #salvation #grace #jews #israel #Love #Hypocrisy #christianlife #debt

"Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities." -Romans 13:1a Wait, what? What are we supposed to do if the "authorities" are horrible and against God? Pastor Chris discusses. #jesus #ApostlePaul #faithfulness #salvation #grace #jews #israel #submission #submit #besubject #government #christiansubmission

We finish Romans 12 this week with some great Life Advice on being God's people. #jesus #ApostlePaul #faithfulness #salvation #grace #jews #israel #weareone #theworld #fruitofthespirit #unity #lifeadvice

AWANA Missionary Jeff Gilipin joins us this week to discuss God's Heart for Kids. #jesus #Kidsministry