Whole: MissionsFest 2026
This year’s MissionsFest centers on the theme Whole, inspired by the Lausanne Movement’s vision of “the whole church bringing the whole gospel to the whole world.” Featuring guest speaker Dr. Brian Fikkert, we’ll explore how the Whole Gospel transforms every dimension of life. Dr. Fikkert defines the Whole Gospel as “helping each person be whole and right with God, themselves, each other, and creation.”
Whole Gospel
(Luke 7:18-23) QUESTIONS TO ANSWER BEFORE THE SERMON: Why did Jesus come to earth? What are you supposed to do after the alarm clock goes off on Monday morning? SERMON OUTLINE: Getting Our Story Straight The Shaping Power of Stories John’s Confusion about the Story God’s Story The False Stories that Shape Us Our Role in God’s Story DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Compare your answer to the first pre-sermon question with Jesus’ answer in Luke 4:43, noting any differences. Is Jesus’ mission…