Jesus Changes Everything Week 2 | January 14, 2024 | Jeremy Bratcher

The sermon delivered by Pastor Jeremy Bratcher, part of the "Jesus Changes Everything" series, delves deeply into the concept of change in the context of faith. Using a blend of personal anecdotes, psychology, and biblical teachings, the pastor explores the inherent resistance to change, arguing change becomes achievable only when the discomfort of remaining the same overpowers the discomfort of change. He delves into Maslow's hierarchy of needs, establishing it as a widely recognized path to personal growth, yet suggests that the transformative power of Jesus contradicts and transcends it.

Pastor Jeremy uses the account of Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3:13-17 to illustrate his perspective. Even before Jesus had performed any miracles, he was unequivocally reaffirmed and accepted by God, thereby challenging Maslow’s hierarchy. Using this example, the pastor underscores the transformative power of Jesus and the acceptance offered by God, irrespective of personal accomplishment.

He concludes his sermon by encouraging the congregation to have faith in their inherent worth, and to be open to the life-altering power of Jesus. This sermon makes a poignant connection between the spiritual and the everyday, challenging listeners to rethink their relationship with change and their understanding of their self-worth in the light of their faith.