"The Model and Message of the Church" - Pastor Jack Leaman

Summary

Pastor Jack Leaman uses an analogy about restoring an antique boat motor to discuss the importance of returning to the original model and message of the Apostolic Church as defined at Pentecost.

Highlights

Introduction and Welcome00:00:01

Pastor Jack Leaman welcomes the congregation, especially guests from the Filipino Association of New Brunswick and students from the church's English as a Second Language (ESL) program.

The Antique Motor Analogy00:04:50

The pastor shares his experience purchasing an antique outboard motor. He uses the struggle of trying to restore the motor to its original design as a metaphor for the church's need to return to its biblical, original foundations rather than man-made religious interpretations.

The Apostolic Model00:18:32

Drawing from Acts chapter 2, he explains that the church was designed to be multicultural, dissolving boundaries of language and culture. The message of the gospel must remain the same original message of repentance and baptism in Jesus' name.

Breaking Down Barriers00:30:20

Reiterating that Jesus broke down all social and cultural barriers, the pastor calls for the church to continue its work of making the gospel of hope readily available to all nations.

Corporate Prayer and Closing00:35:26

The congregation participates in a prayer for various nations represented by the church members, followed by final announcements regarding the international potluck and the upcoming marriage series.