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Will you recognize Jesus when He sits down at your table, passes you on the street, or hands you a mocha latte? In today’s message, Pastor Harrison shows us how Jesus’ followers were able to recognize Him after He was raised from the dead. With these things in mind, we can recognize Jesus when He shows up in our lives today. Luke 24:13–35; Acts 9:1–6; Romans 8:38–39; Isaiah 53; Psalm 22; Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14

Think about your possessions and what made it possible to have them. Because of your parents or your job, you might have a car. Because of your spouse, you might own a crock pot or a circular saw. Because of a teacher, you might have musical skill. Because of a mentor, you might have the confidence to apply for that job or promotion. Because of Jesus’ birth and life, we have knowledge of the Father. Because of Jesus’ death, we are reconciled with the Lord. Because Jesus was resurrected and is alive today…we’ll let Pastor Harisson tell you all about that. John 14:19; Psalm 77:19; Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 15:42–45; 1 Corinthians 2:6–16; 1 Corinthians 15:22–28

First Baptist Church of Hope Mills is honored to host the Community Good Friday Service sponsored by the Hope Mills Ministers Association. A number of ministers and their congregations come together to hear seven mini sermons on the last seven phrases Christ spoke before he died on the cross. Luke 23:34; Luke 23:43; John 19:26–27; Matthew 27:46; John 19:28; John 19:30; Luke 23:46

Even if you did not plan the whole party or parade, you at least planned to be there. What to wear, what to bring, whether to walk, ride or drive to get there. Does anyone plan what they will be doing after the festivities are over? In today’s message, Pastor Harisson discusses what can happen once the good times stop rolling, and how having a plan for this time can be beneficial. Matthew 21:1–11; Isaiah 52:13–53:12; John 17:20–21

After reading the title of Pastor Harrison’s sermon, the tale of Lazarus’ resurrection has similarities to a release from slavery or prison. You’ve been bound and put away. Then, someone with power and authority tells your captors to open the door and set you free. A very different feeling from if that person opens the doors and unties you themselves. We humans are said to be bound by sin, even a slave to it. Who gave sin a name? I bet He could free you from it. John 11:38–44; John 11:1–37; Ezekiel 37:7–8; Hebrews 4:14–15; John 1:14; John 20:3–9

Someone tells you the sky is green. How do you know they are trying to deceive you? Because you know for a fact the sky is actually blue. Being wary of deception is more than just listening when someone you trust tells you another is a liar. You must know for yourself what the truth is. And not just choosing to believe either. If you only believe that the deep end of the pool is over your head, someone with enough charisma can convince you that is no longer the case. Belief in Christ is one thing. It is another thing to have a relationship with The Father through prayer and studying His Word, abiding by it, and witnessing the result on your own life yourself. Once you Know that God is good, that He loves you and wants what is good for you, you cannot be convinced otherwise. Obeying Jesus’ command to not be deceived is not so much about recognizing lies but continually growing in our knowledge of the truth. Matthew 24:4–5; 1 Peter 5:8–11; Proverbs 27:17; Romans 12:2; Proverbs 3:5–6

The obvious answer is yes; The Lord is with you. Now the question is: in what capacity? Does He want you to rely on Him in this moment, or has He prepared you so now that this moment has arrived you are able to act on your own? In either case, The Lord is with you. Listen as Pastor Harrison picks apart this interaction between God and Moses to reveal the lessons inside. Exodus 17:1-7; 1 Peter 2:1–10

Do you see yourself different since Jesus came into your heart? That day the process promised by God began, to change how you see yourself and how you see the world around you. If you haven’t noticed, you will. And others will likely notice before you do. Stay on your new path. Receive this encouragement from Pastor Harrison that faith has its rewards. 2 Corinthians 5:17; John 3:1–15; Lamentations 3:22–23

There is an afterlife. There isn’t just heaven or nothing. Hell is real. Deacon Locklear wants you to know what awaits you when you pass from this earth. And there is no guessing which place you will reside for eternity. You have a choice, and a way to know for certain. Luke 16:19–31;Deuteronomy 15:1–11; Isaiah 58; Matthew 7:3–5; Matthew 25:31–46; Jude 1:3–12; 2 Timothy 3:10–17

It takes more than a few steps to get to the top of a mountain. Once there, one gains an experience that is quite different than what is experienced at the bottom. Pastor Harrison shows us what happened when Jesus took His disciples to the top of a mountain and what we may experience when we reach our own mountaintop with Christ. He also reminds us that we must first get there. Matthew 17:1–9; 2 Corinthians 3:18; John 13:34; Matthew 7:6