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Applying the Gospel
Episode 607

Applying the Gospel

The Grove Church

August 11, 202533m 54s

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Show Notes

This week in our To the Churches series, we looked at how Jesus calls His church to both share and show the gospel. Drawing from Luke 17:11–19, Charlie unpacked the story of the ten lepers—where Jesus met a physical need without requiring an immediate spiritual return. We explored the false dichotomy many churches face between proclaiming truth and extending tangible love, and how Scripture calls us to embrace both. Through personal stories and biblical examples, we were challenged to see meeting physical needs as inherently good, while also hoping and praying for the deeper spiritual transformation only God can bring. Whether we see the end result or not, every act of kindness can be a step in God’s bigger plan to bring hope, healing, and salvation.

Topics

The Grove ChurchCharlie Loftingospel missionLuke 17ten leperssharing and showing the gospelmeeting physical needscompassion in outreachtruth and lovechurch missionevangelismChristian serviceintentionality in ministryacts of kindnessJesus’ example in ministrytrusting God with results.