
This sermon explores the lives of two disciples, Philip and James the Less, and their stories about following Jesus.
Summary This sermon explores the lives of two disciples, Philip and James the Less, and what their stories reveal about following Jesus. Philip, whose name means 'lover of horses,' is described as a pragmatic, curious businessman who responded to Jesus without hesitation, loved people enough to share the gospel, but sometimes struggled to trust God beyond what he could calculate. Through Philip's interactions with Jesus, including the feeding of the 5,000 and the conversation in the upper room, the pastor challenges believers to stop defining their circumstances by human limitations and to add Jesus to every equation, trusting that He is able to do far more than we can think or ask. Key Verses - John 1:43-46 - John 6:5-13 - John 12:20-24 - John 14:1-6 - Hebrews 11:33 Life Application This week, identify one area of your life where you have been calculating the problem instead of trusting God with it. Write it down, and then intentionally bring Jesus into that equation through prayer each day. Ask Him to help you remember a specific moment when He came through for you in the past, and let that memory fuel your faith for what you are facing now. If you feel led, share that…
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