One Wrong Step

On September 23, 1908, a rookie baseball player named Fred Merkle made one small mistake that changed the course of baseball history.

In this message, we explore how one wrong step can have eternal consequences. Many people today think salvation depends on baptism, good works, or religious rituals, but what does God’s Word actually say? Is faith in Jesus truly enough?

Today, Josh takes a look at passages used in arguments for some steps that when we look into them further, may just be a wrong step.
Did Jesus truly take care of everything at the cross, or must we take additional steps to ensure our eternal security?

With this message, we hope you can avoid "One Wrong Step"

High Forest Community Church
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Recorded: 8/17/25
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We are a Bible-Based, Jesus Only small community church located in rural South-East Minnesota. Our building was originally constructed in 1861 and is the oldest protestant church building in continuous use in our county.
Many people have come and gone throughout the generations, but our goal will always remain: To Serve Jesus only, and learn from His Living Word, the Scriptures.
Our small church body are all admittedly sinners, that openly strive to improve our walk daily, but also understand that we are Redeemed by the shed blood of Christ Jesus and declared innocent in God’s eyes due to Grace Alone!
There is no act of baptism, charity or observation of communion that deems us worthy. No amount of following the law of Moses, or the ever-popular observation of legalism in many churches today that will save us. That is us believing in ourselves, rather than what Christ did for us completely.
If you struggle with understanding the concept of salvation or are plagued by false teachings of following traditions rather than Christ alone, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to help!
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Most importantly, be sure you are secure in your relationship with God and Christ Jesus. It is so simple. Do not wait. Tomorrow may be too late…

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