Follow Through - Faithful like JesusThis message is from Lead Pastor Dan Painter in week three of the sermon series “Follow Through - Faithful like Jesus” Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church in Illinois with a campus in Naperville, IL and Plainfield, IL. If you would like to learn more about Grace Pointe Church, please visit www.gracepointe.us. Grace Pointe Naperville: Sunday services at 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 amGrace Pointe Plainfield: Sunday services at 9 am and 11 amFinding Faith Through Doubt explores the journey from skepticism to genuine belief in Christianity. Discover how historical evidence, including the transformation of Jesus' brother James and testimony of over 500 eyewitnesses, supports the resurrection claims. Learn why doubt isn't the opposite of faith but can lead to deeper conviction. This message examines the historical facts challenging alternative explanations of the resurrection, the role of skepticism in faith development, and Jesus' patient response to doubters. Perfect for seekers, skeptics, and believers wrestling with questions about Christianity, faith, doubt, resurrection, historical evidence, apologetics, spiritual growth, religious transformation, truth-seeking, and authentic faith journey. Explore how to honestly investigate faith claims while respecting the process of moving from uncertainty to belief.Important VersesJohn 20:81 Corinthians 15:3-71 Peter 3:15Think about it!Why do you think doubt was such a common initial response to Jesus' resurrection, even among his closest followers?How does Jesus' patient response to doubt differ from how we might typically react to others' skepticism?What stands out to you about James' transformation from skeptic to martyr?How can we balance healthy skepticism with remaining open to truth?What evidence for the resurrection presented in the sermon do you find most compelling, and why?How can we apply Jesus' model of responding to doubt in our relationships with skeptical friends or family?What role does personal investigation play in developing genuine faith?How might our own doubts actually lead to stronger faith when handled properly?Apply it!This week, identify one area where you might have doubt or skepticism about your faith. Instead of ignoring it or letting it create distance between you and God, commit to investigating it further through prayer, Scripture study, and conversation with mature believers.Key TakeawaysDoubt is a natural response to supernatural events - even Jesus' closest followers initially doubtedJesus consistently responds to doubt with patient, faithful pursuit rather than condemnationThe transformation of skeptics like James provides compelling evidence for the resurrectionWe shouldn't let skepticism prevent us from honestly investigating truth claims about Jesus

Follow Through - Faithful like JesusThis message is from Lead Pastor Dan Painter in week two of the sermon series “Follow Through - Faithful like Jesus” Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church in Illinois with a campus in Naperville, IL and Plainfield, IL. If you would like to learn more about Grace Pointe Church, please visit www.gracepointe.us. Grace Pointe Naperville: Sunday services at 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 amGrace Pointe Plainfield: Sunday services at 9 am and 11 amDiscover the transformative power of following Jesus in a world that pushes conformity. Learn practical steps for living a Christ-centered life, including overcoming self-centeredness, dealing with sin, and finding true identity in God's love. Explore biblical principles for trusting God's provision and living authentically for His approval alone. Perfect for Christians seeking deeper faith, new believers, spiritual growth, biblical teaching, Christian living, discipleship, spiritual transformation, faith journey, Christian values, biblical wisdom, spiritual development, Christian discipleship, faith in action, spiritual guidance, Christian lifestyle, biblical principles, spiritual maturity, Christian character, faithful living, spiritual disciplines, Christian commitment.Important VersesLuke 19:28-40Luke 9:23Philippians 4:192 Corinthians 5:9-10Think about it!What does it mean to 'deny yourself' in the context of following Jesus?How does our culture's view of the cross differ from its meaning in Jesus' time?What are some ways we try to please people instead of God in our daily lives?How can we maintain faithfulness when facing opposition or criticism?What does it mean to be 'mission driven' in our faith?How does God's provision help us stay faithful in difficult times?What are some practical ways we can choose the 'narrow gate' in today's world?How can we balance living in the world while not conforming to its values?Apply it!This week, identify one area where you've been trying to please others instead of God. Make a conscious decision to choose God's way in that situation, even if it means going against popular opinion or facing criticism. Keep a journal of how this decision impacts your faith and relationship with God.Key TakeawaysFaithfulness requires choosing the way of the cross dailyWe must depend entirely on God's provision for strength and resourcesLiving to please God alone rather than people is essential for faithful livingTrue faithfulness often means choosing a countercultural pathOur security comes from God's love, not others' approval

Follow Through - Faithful like JesusThis message is from Lead Pastor Dan Painter in week one of the sermon series “Follow Through - Faithful like Jesus” Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church in Illinois with a campus in Naperville, IL and Plainfield, IL. If you would like to learn more about Grace Pointe Church, please visit www.gracepointe.us. Grace Pointe Naperville: Sunday services at 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 amGrace Pointe Plainfield: Sunday services at 9 am and 11 amDiscover the transformative power of faithful obedience through Jesus' example at His baptism. Learn how mission-driven purpose, genuine humility, and consistent obedience shape authentic faith. Understand why Jesus chose baptism despite being sinless, and how pride can prevent us from experiencing true spiritual growth. Explore practical ways to live out faithful obedience in daily life, overcome pride, and align with God's purpose. This message examines the contrast between Jesus' humble submission and the Pharisees' pride, offering valuable insights for modern believers. Perfect for those seeking to deepen their faith, understand biblical obedience, spiritual growth, Christian living, baptism significance, humility in faith, overcoming pride, following Jesus, discipleship journey, spiritual transformation, biblical teaching, Christian ministry, faith development, spiritual disciplines, Christian character, godly living.Important VersesMatthew 3:13-17John 13:14-15Philippians 2:6-8Romans 12:2Think about it!What does it mean to be faithful according to this sermon?Why was Jesus' baptism significant, given that He was sinless?How does pride prevent us from being faithful to God's calling?What role does humility play in living a faithful Christian life?How can we discern God's will for our lives according to the sermon?What is the connection between faithfulness and mission?Why is it important that our faithfulness be public rather than private?How does understanding Jesus' righteousness impact our own pursuit of faithfulness?Apply it!This week, identify one area where God is calling you to be faithful that requires both humility and public witness. Make a specific plan to follow through in obedience, even if it would be easier to compromise. Consider sharing this commitment with a trusted friend who can pray for you and hold you accountable.Key TakeawaysFaithfulness requires mission-driven, humble obedienceTrue humility is demonstrated through obedience to God's willOur faithfulness should be connected to God's larger mission of reaching the lostWe can only live faithfully through Christ's righteousness, not our own efforts