Josh Wang
“Watch Closely How You Walk”
"In the frenetic pace of our daily responsibilities, it's easy to lose sight of the pattern of our lives. Ephesians 5:15-20 invites us to pause and take a deeper look. Paul tells us to pay close attention to how you live, to make the most of the time we have and to be filled by the Spirit. This isn't about being constrained, it's about living in a way that is not aimless but progressing towards the most meaningful goal. What does it mean to walk wisely and be wholly alive in the Spirit?"
Never Go Out of Style
What does it look like to set our minds on things above when all the responsibilities of life are navigated in earthly realities? How do you clothe yourself with humility and compassion when ego and self promotion seem to always be in style? In Colossians 3:1-17, we are invited to live resurrected lives as a witness to the world.
Text: Col 3:1-17
A Generous Life: Imitating Christ’s Humility
How does Jesus’ choice to empty himself challenge every lesson of self-promotion we've unconsciously absorbed? In Philippians 2:1-11, we encounter the ultimate example of humility in Jesus who shows us that true strength is showcased in surrender and that true glory is expressed in servanthood.
‘Be Transformed by the Renewing of your Mind’
What if transformation was less about trying harder but about surrendering more? Romans 12:1-2 invites us into a life where our hearts and minds are shaped, not by the noise of the world, but by aligning ourselves with the way of Jesus. A renewed mind, a transformed life - it's closer than you think!
Guarding the Heart
Guarding your heart and mind isn't just about protecting yourself; it's about preserving the essence of who you are meant to be and the path you walk. Join us for this week's sermon on Proverbs 4:20-27, where we'll explore how the heart is the wellspring of life, and why our influences echo in our actions, our relationships, and our outcomes. Let's discover how to cultivate a heart that aligns with wisdom and the Spirit of God, and see how it transforms every aspect of our lives.
The Good Shepherd and His Sheep
JAMES: Faith That Works
When God became human and lived among us, he showcased generous love to all social classes. Jesus habitually broke down walls of ethnic division and socio-economic class. James, once again holds up a mirror of self-examination for us: what are the ways in which we duplicate worldly values in judging others? What are the ways in which we, often unaware; tear at the fabric of the people of God? James calls our attention to the royal law that gives freedom.
Guest Speaker Josh Wang: New Humanity
Today we welcome great friend of The Gathering, Josh Wang from Renewal Church. With a message from the book of Ephesians, Josh preaches that the New Testament teaches us that Jesus has united every nation, language and people as one new undivided humanity by means of his death on the cross. Does this energize, captivate and move you? Is this good news for the world? What does it look like for the ‘set apart’ people of God to maintain the beauty of our own cultures and showcase the brilliant mosaic of God’s transformative love?"
Guest Speaker Josh Wang: Jesus’ Disruptive Presence
In a special “Pulpit Swap” with Renewal Church Ottawa, we’re hearing from Pastor Josh Wang!! In John 8, we are presented with a messy scene. This is a tale of how religion can be wrongfully wielded to harm others rather than setting them free. A woman stands humiliated in full display before the crowd, and the religious accusers are setting a trap for Jesus. The angry crowd have stones in hand ready to execute her judgment, while others learn to drop the stone in light of Jesus. Who are WE in this story? Jesus reminds us why Love is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus reminds us that new life and turning from sins flows from the grace of the God who saves.
