What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus?

In this message, we explore the heart of biblical discipleship through John 3:16 and Ephesians 2, discovering that following Jesus doesn’t begin with what we do—it begins with what God has already done. This teaching unpacks God’s rich mercy, His great love, and how true discipleship flows from receiving new life in Christ rather than striving in our own strength.

You’ll also hear how two subtle lies—self-sufficiency and self-condemnation—keep us from fully embracing Jesus’ invitation to learn from Him, and how God meets us with grace, compassion, and power right where we are. Whether you feel disqualified, worn down, or unsure of your next step, this episode points you back to the truth: God has made the first move, and He lovingly invites you into a life of discipleship rooted in mercy, not performance.

Everyday Disciple – Part 03: What Does the Gospel Require?

In Part 3 of the Everyday Disciple series, this message confronts a common misconception about Christianity — that following Jesus is simply an addition to our life rather than a surrender of our life.

Drawing from the teachings of Jesus and the writings of Paul and John, this episode explores what the gospel truly requires: repentance and faith — and what the gospel produces: obedience and spiritual fruit.

This message also establishes the importance of Scripture, the truth of the resurrection, and why the four Gospels are essential to understanding who Jesus really is. Discipleship is not about convenience or comfort — it is about transformation, surrender, and following Christ fully.

This is a call to real faith, real repentance, and real discipleship.

Key Themes:

• The cost of following Jesus
• Repentance and faith
• Obedience as the fruit of the gospel
• The truth of Scripture
• The resurrection as the foundation of our faith
• Understanding the four Gospels

Primary Scriptures: Matthew 4:17, Matthew 16:24, Romans 10:9, John 15, 1 Corinthians 15

What is a disciple — really?

In Part 2 of the Everyday Disciple series, this message establishes a clear and biblical foundation for discipleship. Drawing from Jesus’ final command in Matthew 28 and His teachings in the Gospel of John, we explore what it truly means to follow Christ.

This episode dismantles common misconceptions about discipleship being based on spiritual performance, religious activity, or personal achievement. Instead, it reveals discipleship as a relational journey of abiding in Jesus, receiving His love, walking in freedom, and bearing fruit through the power of the Holy Spirit.

This is a call for every believer — not to strive harder — but to stay closer.

Key Themes:

• Discipleship as relationship, not performance
• Abiding in Christ
• Living in His love
• Spiritual freedom
• Bearing lasting fruit

Primary Scriptures: Matthew 28:19–20, John 8:31–32, John 13:34–35, John 15:7–8

This episode launches our Everyday Disciple series with a foundational question: What was Jesus’ true mission? Drawing from Luke 19 and the story of Zacchaeus, this message centers on Jesus’ declaration that He came to seek and save the lost—and what that means for us as His disciples today.

Through biblical teaching and personal testimony, this episode calls believers to move beyond passive faith and into intentional pursuit. It challenges us to examine our priorities, our willingness to engage people with compassion, and our obedience to the Great Commission.

This is a call to reorient our lives around the heart of Jesus and to live as disciples who actively reflect His mission in everyday life.

Key Themes:

• The mission of Jesus
• God’s heart for the lost
• Intentional discipleship
• Compassion over convenience
• Living out the Gospel daily

Primary Scripture: Luke 19:1–10

As we stand in the space between one year and the next, this message invites us to rethink what success truly means in God’s Kingdom. Drawing from Jesus’ call to Peter in Luke 5, we’re reminded that success is not measured by results, productivity, or effort—but by radical obedience to Jesus.

Whether in our families, our work, or our faith, this message calls us to surrender control, trust Christ’s voice, and follow Him wholeheartedly. When we obey Jesus, we discover that He is the one who brings fruit, transformation, and purpose beyond anything we could produce on our own.

In the busyness of the Christmas season, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Advent calls us to slow down, remember, and center our hearts on Jesus—the Light who came into the world.

In this short Advent message, we explore the meaning of the Christ candle and why intentional family rhythms of remembrance matter. Whether you’re celebrating Advent for the first time or looking for a simple way to refocus your Christmas, this message points us back to the hope, light, and salvation found in Christ alone.

On a Sunday filled with families and children, we pause to reflect on God’s heart for the next generation. Drawing from the story of Mary, the words of Scripture, and the realities parents face today, this message reminds us that children are not a burden to manage—but a gift entrusted to us by a faithful God.

As parents, grandparents, and people of influence, we are invited to lay down our anxieties, release our ambitions, and trust God’s counsel over our own plans. In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, this message calls us back to confidence rooted in God’s promises, the power of community, and the peace that only Jesus can give.

Our culture is overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty—but Scripture offers more than temporary relief. It offers hope, direction, and purpose.

In this message, Dr. Valson Abraham unpacks God’s promise from Deuteronomy 31:8: “The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you.” This promise is not only an antidote to fear—it is an invitation into a fuller, bolder life with God.

Through the final words of Moses to Joshua, we see that God’s faithfulness does not remove challenges, but it redefines what is possible. When we truly believe that God goes before us and walks with us, fear begins to lose its grip, confidence is renewed, and our vision for the future expands.

Dr. Abraham poses a challenging and hope-filled question: What would you attempt if you knew God would always be with you—and that He would bring success? This question moves us beyond survival and into the abundant life Jesus offers—a life marked by trust, obedience, and courageous faith.

Whether you’re feeling stuck by fear, standing at a crossroads, or longing to live with deeper purpose, this message invites you to remember God’s past faithfulness, trust His present presence, and step boldly into what He is calling you to next.