The Challenge of Change

Pastor Joseph Aranza

August 6, 2023

Main Idea

The main idea of Pastor Joseph Aranza's sermon was that when we accept Jesus, we must be prepared to let go of the old and lean into God's plan for our lives. He reminded us that God has a plan for our lives, and it requires our participation. We must be willing to let go of our old lives to accept this plan.

Scripture References

Mark 1:19-20, John 1:14, Matthew 5:13, Ephesians 4:32, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 6:15

What do you need to let go of in order to follow Jesus?

What does it mean to lean into God's plan for your life?

Discussion Questions:

What is God calling you to do?

How can you surrender what has become an idol in your life?

What does it mean to accept salvation in Jesus' name?

Summary

In Pastor Joseph Aranza's sermon at Our Saviors, The Challenge of Change, he discussed the process of change and transformation that occurs when someone says yes to Jesus. He explained that Jesus is a change agent and that when we answer his call, we must be prepared to let go of the old and lean into God's plan for our lives. He concluded with a call for us to accept salvation in Jesus' name.