Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.
Mountaintop moments in Scripture often represent places of revelation, teaching, and deeper fellowship with God. Before Jesus performed the miracle of feeding the five thousand, He first withdrew from the crowds and sat with His disciples. It was in that quiet place that He prepared them for what they were about to witness.
Discipleship begins by simply being with Jesus. Before we can serve Him effectively, we must learn to sit at His feet. In a world that rewards activity and achievement, Jesus reminds us that spiritual growth comes through relationship before responsibility. The disciples learned His heart, listened to His words, and observed His ways long before they were sent out to minister in His name.
The mountain also speaks of leaving behind the noise and distractions of everyday life. Jesus still invites His followers to come aside with Him – to spend time in prayer, in His Word, and in quiet reflection. It is there that our faith is strengthened, our perspective is renewed, and our hearts are shaped to become more like Christ.
True discipleship is not merely about gaining knowledge; it is about becoming people who reflect the character of Jesus because we have spent time in His presence.
With love & blessings,
Sandra
Beckenham Baptist Church 