Reformed Non-Denominational Church in O'Fallon, Missouri

Taking up the Cross

“And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it” (Matthew 10:38-39).

Main Scripture passage: Matthew 10:24-39

Fellowship in the Gospel

Main Scripture passages: Philippians 1:1-6; 4:10-19

As servants of Christ we are called to participate in the spreading of the gospel. Paul calls it “fellowship in the gospel” in Philippians 1:5. The root word for “fellowship” here literally means participation or contribution. So we are called to contribute to the work of the gospel. The Philippians fulfilled this command by giving financially to Paul’s missionary work. We must do the same. We need to further God’s Kingdom not just in our words but in our actions–by giving.