01 26 2025 Empowered for the Mission mp4

We livestream at 10:30 AM EST on most Sunday mornings Join us on Facebook!   / first-presbyterian-church-of-hackensack-10...   CCLI Streaming License: CSPL131538 Pastors Carl and Ben lead a service that seeks to move beyond mere ritual, and focus instead on Spiritual Empowerment. Believers are not just passive recipients of grace, but are called to actively participate in God’s mission. This empowerment comes from the Holy Spirit, which is a transformative force that enables individuals to preach, heal, and liberate others. The reference to Jesus’ anointing in Luke 4 reinforces the idea that the same Spirit that empowered Jesus is available to believers today, urging them to fulfill their God-given purpose. In Luke 4, Jesus declares His purpose is to bring good news to the poor and freedom to the oppressed. Our challenge is to move beyond the walls of the church and engage with the community, proactively sharing the Gospel and assisting those in need to demonstrate the love of Christ in tangible ways. Believers are called to shine in a world filled with challenges and despair, and bring hope and healing to the community. This message is particularly relevant in today’s society, where many face spiritual blindness and oppression. *** The First Presbyterian Church of Hackensack is the church with the tall, white spire that towers above the community of Hackensack, NJ. We are a diverse, inviting, caring congregation that seeks to follow in the way of Jesus. Please join us in-person, or via our livestream each Sunday at 10:30 AM EST.   / first-presbyterian-church-of-hackensack-10...