Beyond the Weekend: EPIC
Stories of Trust, Failure and Faith That Point to Jesus
What does it look like to believe God, not just believe in God? This fall, we're diving into the raw, unfiltered stories of biblical heroes who wrestled with doubt, took dangerous detours, and discovered that trusting God means following him even when you can't see the outcome. Their epic journeys of trust, failure and faith all point to the ultimate hero—Jesus.
Key Messaging Points:
- There's a difference between believing in God and believing God
- God speaks in life's detours and disruptions
- Wrestling with God transforms us
- Trusting God means obeying before you see the outcome
- Every story of human struggle points to Jesus
I Am
Read: John 8:58-59 Listen: John 8
“’Very truly I tell you’, Jesus answered, ‘before Abraham was born, I am!’” John 8:58
Jesus is born thousands of years after Moses. The Jewish leaders hate him and try to find a way to kill him. They accuse Jesus of not being from God. In this heated debate with Jewish leaders, Jesus makes a bold claim: “Before Abraham was born, I am.” By using God’s holy name, Jesus declares that he is the same God who spoke to Moses at the burning bush. The leaders immediately understand the weight of his words and try to stone him.
Jesus is the Son of God—fully God and fully man. He lived a perfect life, died on the cross in our place, and rose again so we could have a right relationship with him now and forever. Jesus is the “I Am,” the one who brings life, freedom and healing. Only through him can we be forgiven, restored, and made new. This truth calls for a response. Jesus is not just a teacher or prophet but the eternal God who invites us to trust him completely. Our worship is shown not only in words but in daily surrender—presenting ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God (Romans 12:1).
TODAY: Worship God for being the eternal, all-powerful I Am. He is with you and at work. Join Ada Bible Worship as they sing “In Christ Alone.” Thank God for sending Jesus to save you from your sins. One way to grow deeper in your faith in Jesus is through our Ada Bible Academy Classes, starting Thursday, October 16. Topics include Made for More: Understanding God’s Design for Sexuality and Live it Well: Charting a God-Centered Course for your 4th Quarter. Learn more and register HERE.
