Our Messages

In this last section of the first chapter of the Gospel of John, we finally get to see Jesus in the flesh so to speak. Previously, we just heard about Jesus, but now we see Him in action. We also see a beautiful demonstration of how evangelism is supposed to work.

John the Baptist is quite a prominent figure in the New Testament, being mentioned almost 90 times. He was sent to call Israel to repentance, baptizing them in water, and to prepare them to meet their Messiah. As we continue on in this study of the Gospel of John, John briefly and succinctly describes John the Baptist's ministry.

The Gospel of John, like the other gospels, tells the story of Jesus and His life on this earth. But where the others focus more on historical record of Jesus, John takes a more theological approach. In this first part of chapter 1, John teaches on the nature of Jesus Christ in order that we can fully recognize the impact of His teachings and actions.

The wisdom of God is such that the Gospel message can be understood by anyone. Human philosophy falls short compared to genuine revelation from God. That wisdom is demonstrated by the cross and the Resurrection of Jesus.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we understand as believers in Jesus we have been given authority to be His ambassadors on the earth. His promise to be with us should give us the confidence to serve God in the local Church as the members of a body work together. We each have a part to fulfill in the work of expanding the kingdom.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we understand Jesus Christ has given people in leadership to believers to build up the worldwide Church as well as the local Church in order to equip every believer with a part in working in the kingdom of God. We are ambassadors for Christ.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, our mission statement is to evangelize the lost, equip the saints, and empower them to step out into what God has called them to do. The first step is to evangelize. There is a world full of people who are living their life with no hope. It is our responsibility to share the gospel with them.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we are generous. And this is not just with our finances. We are also generous with our love, time, and forgiveness.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we are a family. We respect and honor one another. Family perseveres through difficulties and family loves unconditionally.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we are a people who pray. You cannot have a relationship without communication. If we want to be successful, we are going to have to make prayer a focus in our own life, but we are also going to have to make prayer a priority as a church as well.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we believe the gifts of the Spirit are still for today. The filling or baptism of the Spirit is subsequent to salvation, is available to every believer, and the gifts should be used in an orderly manner.

It is important to understand the culture and identity of who we are as a church. At Living Hope Family Church in Marana, we are a people who worship. In an ever changing age we have a solid foundation, Jesus our Lord. As the object of our worship we are awed by the fact that God reached out to us. That alone should inspire a heart felt response from use.