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Part 1: Sent Ahead

April 19th, 2026

Message

  1. The Kingdom advances through dependent messengers. Lk 10:1-9 
    1. APPLICATION: Live with urgency but move in dependence—not self-reliance.
  2. The Kingdom demands a decisive response. Lk 10:10-16
    1. APPLICATION: Expect both acceptance and rejection—and don’t measure success by response.
  3. The Kingdom overthrows a greater enemy. Lk 10:17-19
    1. APPLICATION: Reevaluate what you call success.
  4. The Kingdom reorders what we celebrate. Lk 10:20
    1. APPLICATION: Anchor your identity in salvation—not performance, not results, not experiences.
  5. The Kingdom is revealed by God, not achieved by man. Lk 10:21-24
    1. APPLICATION: Recognize that Jesus reveals truth, stay humble and dependent. 

Announcements

NEXT SUNDAY: Join us next week as we for part 2 of “The Road to Jerusalem” about the Good Samaritan. Hope to see you next Sunday.
THANKS FOR COMING! We’re glad you are here, and we hope you’ll make yourself right at home. If you are visiting with us today, we would love for you to fill out a Connection Card and place it in the offering box; or you can scan the QR code and fill it out that way! Also, please feel free to pick up a Welcome Bag on the back table. We hope you are inspired and encouraged today!
KID’S CONNECT HELPERS: We need 4 additional volunteers to help in our nursery for our wonderful little ones—praise God for them! Please talk with Luz or sign up on a Connection Card.
YOUTH CONNECT: Come on out tonight for a fun time at Youth Connect from 4-6. We want to see our kids grow up strong in the LORD. 4445 Story Rd, St Cloud 

STEP 1: BLUEPRINT FOR BELONGING. Sunday, May 17th at 12:00 is our introduction to The Connection. We will get to know one another and learn about the blueprint for our church and is our first step in membership. Lunch is included. Write “Blueprint” on your connection card or scan the QR code. SIGN UP TODAY.
COMMUNION SUNDAY NEXT WEEK: We are moving it up one week this month. Join us next Sunday for our communion meal. Please bring a side dish to share. This is a great time for fellowship and encouraging one another in the Lord.
THANKS FOR GIVING: We have an offering box that you may contribute in. You may also donate through our App or online through our website: www.connectionchurch.net. Thank you for giving to The Connection ministry.

Weekly Budget: $22,206
  • Congregation: $3,904
  • Counseling Centers: $10,932
Total Church Income: $14,836