Jesus never promised that following Him would be easy. Instead, He invited people to honestly consider what discipleship would require.

In this message from The Invitation series, John Gunter walks through Luke 14, where Jesus challenges His followers to count the cost before committing their lives to Him. Through practical examples and biblical teaching, we're reminded that discipleship is not about adding Jesus to an already full schedule. It's about making Him the highest priority from which every other decision flows.

Following Christ costs something, but nothing compares to the surpassing worth of knowing Him.

Key Themes:

• Following Jesus requires reordered priorities.
• Small daily decisions shape our spiritual lives.
• Discipleship is intentional, not accidental.
• Every area of life should be surrendered to God.
• Christ is worth every sacrifice.

Key Scriptures:

• Luke 14:25-35
• Matthew 16:24-26
• Philippians 3:7-11
• Romans 12:1-2

Eagle Community Church of Christ
Mont Belvieu, Texas

Loving God. Loving People. Following Jesus.

When the Samaritan woman encountered Jesus, everything changed.

She didn't become a Bible scholar overnight. She didn't suddenly have all the answers. She simply left her water jar behind, ran into town, and invited others to meet the One who had changed her life.

In this message from The Invitation series, John Gunter explores one of Scripture's greatest examples of personal evangelism. Through the story of the Samaritan woman, we're reminded that God often chooses the people we least expect to accomplish His greatest work.

Sharing our faith isn't about having a perfect past or perfect knowledge. It's about introducing people to the perfect Savior.

Key Themes:

• God uses imperfect people.
• Your testimony matters.
• Don't let your past silence your witness.
• Jesus calls us to invite, not convince.
• The harvest is ready today.

Key Scriptures:

• John 4:27-42
• Mark 5:18-20

Eagle Community Church of Christ
Mont Belvieu, Texas

Loving God. Loving People. Following Jesus.

Before Jesus told His disciples to go into the harvest, He first taught them how to see.

In Matthew 9, Jesus looked at the crowds with compassion because they were "harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." Rather than viewing people as interruptions or labels, He saw individuals who desperately needed hope, healing, and a Savior.

In this second message of The Invitation series, John Gunter challenges believers to slow down, notice the people God has already placed around them, and begin praying for opportunities to simply invite others to encounter Christ.

Sharing our faith doesn't begin with having all the answers. It begins with having the eyes of Jesus.

Key Themes:

• Seeing people through the eyes of Christ
• Compassion before invitation
• The harvest is people, not projects
• Prayer prepares our hearts to reach others
• God provides the growth while we faithfully invite

Key Scriptures:

• Matthew 9:35-38
• 1 Samuel 16:7
• Romans 15:7
• 1 Corinthians 3:6-7

Eagle Community Church of Christ
Mont Belvieu, Texas

Loving God. Loving People. Following Jesus.