Jesus commanded his disciples to live lives that are guided by his teachings. Our mission should reflect what God sent him to do: Proclaim good news to the poor, Proclaim freedom for the prisoners, Restore sight to the blind, and Set the oppressed free. As a church- we are praying that we will continue to go back to Jesus’ mission as the model for our mission. May his mission be our lens for setting our missional culture here- both locally and globally. RESOURCES: www.teem.org www.citycareokc.org www.project66.org www.mcc.org www.uco.edu/student-life/ihouse/crisp www.thesperoproject.com Unreac ..read more

Why is hospitality important? It was the way that Jesus lived, it was the way the early church operated. Embracing the other, opening up a seat at our tables. Jesus knew the power of hospitality to heal the hurting, so we do as he did ..read more

Discipleship is an important part of God's vision for The Well Church. It's the process by which we are transformed more into the likeness of Jesus. Through Discipleship, we acquire head knowledge about Jesus, we do what he says, we imitate him, and we disciple other people. The church is where this happens in relationship with Jesus and with other people. We pray that we will be a church that continues to make discipleship a priority as we move into the next season ..read more

In John 4:43-54, we see a Roman official beg Jesus to heal his son. Despite the shallow faith of the people of Galilee, Jesus healed him at the right time in the right place. From this story we see that miracles can inspire our faith, but our faith shouldn’t depend on miracles. This second miracle in the book of John also communicates deep truths about Jesus to the battered and bruised people of God. He is the tender and merciful one who created all things, redeems us, and paid the price for us. He wants to heal us, and he will answer when we cry out to him ..read more

In John chapter 6 we see the miracle of Jesus walking on water, and we reviewed the juxtaposition of the Exodus story from Jewish tradition. What we learn from this miracle is more about trusting God to have full control, especially in overwhelming situations, emphasizing the importance of naming the storm, recognizing its temporality, and finding solace in moments of silence and reflection ..read more

In John chapter 5 we see Jesus heal a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years. He asks the man, “Do you want to get well?” Jesus isn’t asking him truly if he wants to get better, but instead is speaking to the reality that sometimes it’s easier to resign ourselves to live with our issues than to heal from them. It may be easier to find comfort in what is familiar –from mental & physical conditions to our spiritual beliefs & applications– than it is to accept Jesus' consistent challenge of getting better. If we hold so tightly to the same old things we may miss the new things Jesus is d ..read more

In John 4:43-54, we see a Roman official beg Jesus to heal his son. Despite the shallow faith of the people of Galilee, Jesus healed him at the right time in the right place. From this story we see that miracles can inspire our faith, but our faith shouldn’t depend on miracles. This second miracle in the book of John also communicates deep truths about Jesus to the battered and bruised people of God. He is the tender and merciful one who created all things, redeems us, and paid the price for us. He wants to heal us, and he will answer when we cry out to him ..read more

Explore the transformative narrative of Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana, as depicted in John 2:1-11. This profound story reveals Jesus' glory, encouraging belief beyond a mere magic trick. Symbolizing union with God, the text connects weddings and wine to themes of shalom, renewal, and abundance. In times of upheaval, the narrative becomes a beacon of hope, reminding believers to actively participate in the renewal and restoration symbolized by the plentiful wine ..read more

If our attendance in church on Sundays doesn't bring about love, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control throughout our week, then none of what we do matters. How do we make certain that the drive the meet the deadlines of our world doesn't overcome our drive to meet the needs of our world? In looking at Jesus' parable of The Good Samaritan, what seems to be of note in this story is not the exact nature of the help, but the attitude of the helper. What Jesus is teaching us is that it's not necessarily about how we respond in a specific scenario, rather ..read more

Some people stumble upon the Kingdom of Heaven, while others seek it out. All are offered citizenship in the Kingdom of Heaven.— The treasure. The "Pearl of Great Price." What will we do with it? Will we sacrifice everything for it? Even in the faces of those who think we’re foolish? Will we find our new identities in it and leave the past behind? Or will we reject it? Church- The time is now to live as sold out citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 13:44-52 ..read more