Faith
Superbowl Sunday at Believe LA Church: Inspiring Message about Temptation and Staying Connected to Jesus
Super Bowl Sunday is a day for football, family, and friends, but for the attendees of Believe LA Church, it was also a day for spiritual reflection and growth.
During the Sunday service, Pastor Aaron Lindsey preached about the importance of avoiding temptation and staying connected to Jesus.
The service started with a video montage of NFL players who have publicly spoken about their faith in God and how it has helped them in their careers and personal lives. This set the tone for the message that Pastor Aaron wanted to impart, that there is something that God has created each person to do, but they can’t do it without him.
In his sermon, Pastor Aaron emphasized that there is a purpose for each and every one of us, but we cannot fulfill that purpose without God. He used the analogy of a cut branch of a lemon tree, which will no longer produce fruit. In the same way, when we disconnect from Jesus, we will not be able to produce the fruits of the Spirit.
Pastor Aaron warned against being connected to the wrong tree and producing bad fruits. He compared sin to candies, saying that they may be sweet at first, but the more you consume them, the worse they are for your health. To avoid this, we need Jesus to reconnect us and help us stay away from temptation.
The message was impactful and resonated with many in the congregation. After the service, many took the time to reflect on their own relationship with Jesus and how they can stay connected to Him.
Believe LA church is a blessing for the Calabasas community and offers a variety of services and programs for all ages. For more information and to get involved, visit their website at believela.org.