Message by Josh Mutter – August 6, 2026
Series Big Idea: Our values help us discern what faithfulness looks like as we follow Jesus together.
Pietism: Emphasizes a personal relationship with God and the importance of personal conversion.
1. Core Value: Relying on God – We confess our dependence on God for everything, and seek to deepen our intimacy with Him by living prayerfully.
Luke 15:18-19 (NIV) … Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired servants.
Luke 15:29 (NIV) Look! All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders…
Reflection: Our ability to rely on God does not begin with us, but with God.
2. Core Value: Experiencing God’s love and grace – We value the free gift of salvation in Christ Jesus and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 5:8 (NIV) God demonstrates his love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Matthew 16:15 (NIV) Who do you say I am?
Matthew 16:16 (NIV) You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.
Matthew 16:24 (NIV) Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.
Reflection: Grace meets us where we are, but it doesn’t leave us the way we are.
Concluding Thoughts:
We don’t earn God’s love. We receive it.
For Westheights:
- Our values shape how we gather.
- Our values shape how we make plans.
- Our values shape the kind of community we create.
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