Fostering Formidable Character

Explore Mother's Day through fostering formidable character in children. Dive into Esther's narrative, emphasizing the importance of parenting aligned with divine design. Learn to cultivate a long-term vision for guiding children into adulthood amidst a culture fixated on sensuality and self-absorption. Embrace the wisdom of God's Word, fostering Biblical identity and prayer in raising Christ-centered children. Remember, success lies in aligning with God's ways, transcending short-sightedness to leave a lasting legacy of character in your children.

The Mission Church 

825 Carlsbad Village Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008

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The Mission Church / Sunday 5-12-2024 9:45 Service by Pastor JC Cooper

The Book of Esther NKJV 

Questions Jesus Asked, Part 4 - In Matthew 14 we watch Peter walk on water only to take his eyes off Jesus and begin to sink. Jesus asks him, "Why did you doubt?" It would be easy to blame the roaring wind or the crashing waves, but the troubles surrounding Peter are not the problem. Peter's issue is his little faith causing him to doubt Jesus. We all struggle with doubt, but we also make excuses which hinder our faith. In Luke 22 Jesus' disciples fall asleep when they are told to pray, and Jesus asks them "Why do you sleep?" Like the disciples, we all fall into spiritual laziness and Jesus commands us to watch and pray! This relatable message from Pastor JC Cooper will bring awareness to your doubts and spiritual laziness in order to grow your faith and spiritual passion for Jesus. We hope you enjoy this message: Questions Jesus Asked - Part 4. Life is Full of Troubles! We All Struggle with Doubt Doubt Arises when Your Eyes Leave Jesus and Focus on Your Troubles "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

Genesis 50:15-26 - Joseph's Faithfulness Unto Death, is our final passage in the book of Genesis! Joseph is a prefigure of King Jesus even unto death.  Joseph parallels Christ's character through absolute forgiveness, a selfless and sacrificial life and last words that point future generations to Jesus! Many people believe in God, but their lack of Bible literacy leads to misunderstandings of God's character and love towards them.  Don't miss a powerful message revealing God's heart of forgiveness displayed in Joseph toward his brothers.  As a parent, a spouse or even as a friend may we learn from Joseph that our authority should be used to build up others.  Listen to Pastor JC's sermon from Genesis 50:15-26 - Joseph's Faithfulness Unto Death, and walk in the truth of Jesus forgiveness for you and through you!   God’s Forgiveness is Absolute A Gospel-centered Perspective Produces a Selfless View on Life

Luke 2:25-35 - The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal demonstrates the mighty power of God by the understanding of who Jesus really is. God’s most powerful work takes on a very different appearance than expected for the rulers and religious leaders at this time in Israel’s history. Jesus born in a feeding trough, in the lowly town of Bethlehem, is now going to be now going to be dedicated in the temple on His eight day. By the revelation of the Holy Spirit, a man named Simeon is waiting for Jesus, who he knows is the “Consolation of Israel”. Find out the prophetic message Simeon reveals to Joseph and Marry about their son Jesus in this sermon, Luke 2:25-35 - The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal. And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins." Matthew 1:21, (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/1/21/s_930021   God Give Grace To The Humble   Keep Jesus Close To Your Heart And besides, there is a great chasm separating us. No one can cross over to you from here, and no one can cross over to us from there.’ Luke 16:26, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/luk/16/26/s_989026   Peace With God Leads To A Content Life Visit Us At:    https://www.themissionchurch.net  

Genesis 23 - A Faithful Pilgrimage, demonstrates to us, through the life of Abraham, how to walk a life of faith and lose a loved one, yet still have hope. Abraham was married to Sarah for probably close to one hundred years. Losing someone that close, that you have been with such a long time must have grieved him greatly. Abraham's knew by faith that he would see Sarah again in heaven, and that gave him hope. Genesis 23 - A Faithful Pilgrimage, also show us how Abraham lived a live a life of integrity by faith, choosing not taking advantage of the people around him and glorifying God.

In 1 John 3:1-23 - The Divine Standard of Love, the assurance of our salvation is rooted in God's love through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our culture produces many versions of love, but only one love is divinely defined by the sacrificial love of Jesus. Listen and learn about God's love so that you can identify counterfeit versions seeking to pass as the real thing! God's love produces true love revealed in our relationship with others in the church, which brings assurance that we are saved. Enjoy an encouraging word in 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love, and rejoice in the saving work of Jesus on your behalf! 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love  Sin is a Lethal Assault on a person’s Relationship with Jesus Our Patterns of Behavior Reveal the Master of our Soul Do you belong to Jesus or to satan?  Jesus came to Destroy the Power & Presence of Sin  Our Love for One Another is Evidence of our Relationship with Jesus Love is Divinely Defined by the Sacrificial Life of Jesus

In 1 John 1-2, The Assurance of Knowing Jesus, John expresses the perfect character of God as the initiating truth in our relationship with Jesus. Our merit, self righteousness and hard work can never earn God's favor because He has chosen us to be in relationship with Him through the blood of Jesus, which cleanses us from all sin. Like a child in a trusting relationship with a loving dad, we obey God's Word as a loving response to His love for us. Therefore, we confess our sins knowing that repentance assures us of our relationship with Jesus who is faithful and just to forgive us. Listen to Sunday's message from 1 John 1-2, The Assurance of Knowing Jesus, and be encouraged that we can be assured of our salvation!
1 John 1-2 - The Assurance of Knowing Jesus God’s Will & Character Never Leads You into Sin We Deceive Ourselves when we Justify/Excuse Our Sin Perpetual Repentance is the Fruit of a Relationship with Jesus God Desires for You to Lead a life Without Sin How do we Know we Know Jesus? 

1. We confess His Initiating Love for us
2. We respond in Loving Obedience to His Word
3. We Love One Another – no exceptions!
4. We openly Follow Jesus – no private Christianity!

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Acts 16 - Baptism - A Believer's Response to God's Love is the incredible story of the Philippian jailer who was ready to take his own life, until he met the Apostle Paul. In response to the Gospel message the jailer receives Christ and in response to God’s love gets baptized. Perhaps you were baptized as a baby or you already love and follow Jesus, but have not been baptized as an adult; what should you do? In this Sunday’s message we see the power of the Gospel pursuing a man who was not looking for Jesus, and yet Jesus was looking for him! Don’t miss message that has a relatable narrative on the dark and difficult circumstances of the Apostle Paul and how God uses our trials to minister to others for the sake of being saved. Acts 16 will teach purpose of Baptism - a believer’s response to God’s love! Acts 16 - Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love When we Embrace the Call of God upon our Lives Expect Opposition The Apostle Paul wrote: “Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,” Ephesians 5:17-20, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/17-20/s_1102017 Discernment Begins With Seeking God’s Will Above Our Own In the book of Romans is says: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Romans 12:1-2, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/12/1-2/s_1058001 A Repentant Heart: - Has a Humble Posture - Responds to the Gospel - Shows evidence of transformation Why Baptism? - We Identify in Jesus’ Death & Resurrection - Symbolizes the Old Life Made New - Symbolizes our Commitment to the Church Baptism is Walking in Obedience to Jesus’ Command

Prayer in God’s Playbook Prayer Makes Us Participants and no longer Spectators Why do we Pray? Our Prayers Matter Prayer Aligns our Will with God’s Why do we Pray? Prayer is a Weapon Against Evil Answered Prayer Increases our Faith Faith does not grow by knowledge alone. Prayer invites us to experience God’s power! Pray that God’s Word would Grow & Multiply  

In the Book of Job is says : “Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell me, if you know so much. Who determined its dimensions and stretched out the surveying line?  What supports its foundations, and who laid its cornerstone  as the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy?  “Who kept the sea inside its boundaries as it burst from the womb, and as I clothed it with clouds and wrapped it in thick darkness?  For I locked it behind barred gates, limiting its shores. I said, ‘This far and no farther will you come. Here your proud waves must stop!’ " Job 38:4-11 (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/job/38/4-11/s_474004 Even in the Lowest Places Jesus Meets Us The Good Tidings of Christmas is THE GOSPEL – His Great Love for Us What is Your Response to Christmas?