🗣️ Your Voice Was Never Meant to Stay Silent
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Happy Hump Day! Have you ever felt like your faith had a mute button? You believe in God. You want to do what’s right. But in moments that matter most, it’s easy to stay silent to shrink back, keep the peace, or convince yourself that someone else will speak up. This week’s message wasn’t about noise. It was about clarity about finding your voice in a world full of chaos, compromise, and confusion. Because the truth is: God didn’t save you to keep you safe. He called you to speak. If you missed Sunday or just need to sit with the word again, we’ve got the replay, devotional, and highlights all inside this email. Let’s get into it. Here’s What You Need to Know This Week:What: Sunday Worship Experience ("Pull up" or "Log on" This Sunday) 📖 Teaching Highlight Sermon Title: This Is Why Your Voice Feels Powerless… Until You Speak Scripture Focus: Isaiah 1:17, Proverbs 31:8, Luke 4:18-19 This week’s message reminded us that silence is not spiritual, it’s surrender. When injustice rises and the church stays quiet, we don’t reflect Jesus; we resist Him. Jesus didn’t save you to sit. He anointed you to speak for the crushed, the forgotten, the overlooked. If you’ve ever felt like your voice didn’t matter, this message flips that lie on its head. 🎥 Watch the replay + begin the 5-Day Devotional: 🎥 Watch the Replay on YouTube or our Website​ Midweek EncouragementYou do not have to earn God’s presence. You just need to stop long enough to recognize it. The world might be spinning. The pressure might be heavy. But strength isn’t found in doing more. It’s found in trusting deeper. Take a moment this week. Be still. Listen. You are not surviving on your own strength. God is sustaining you with His. Also Worth Noting:We just wrapped our latest teaching series: Church Explained. Ever wonder why we “do church” the way we do? Why do we sing, why do we listen to sermons, why do we pray, and give? It’s not random, and it’s not routine. This series breaks down the biblical why behind worship, preaching, prayer, prophetic witness & boldness, and generosity. Our Teaching Team walks us through each element, showing how every part of the church is designed to shape your soul, not just fill a seat. 🎥 Watch the full Church Explained series here. Lastly, check out my latest Substack article: “This Is Why Your Voice Feels Powerless… Until You Speak.” In this sermon, I explore why silence isn’t always spiritual, and how staying quiet in the face of injustice can slowly erode your influence and clarity. One More Thing...Everything you need to grow spiritually right from your phone. We call it #ChurchInYourPocket. ⬇️ Download the Mars Hill App​ Moving Forward Together: Invest in Hope, Impact, and CommunityIn conclusion, let’s discuss our Moving Forward Together Campaign. We’re at a pivotal moment in our church’s journey. As part of our community, you know we’re more than just Sunday gatherings; we create lasting impact. Your support helps us:
We’re building a church, not just a physical space. This special campaign ensures we can continue growing our ministries online and in-person. How You Can Be Part of This JourneyWe're aiming to raise $20,000 by summer through our Moving Forward Together initiative. Specifically, we're hoping for:
These funds will directly enhance our Sunday worship space, cover our weekly expenses, launch new youth and children's programs, and create consistent mid-week gatherings that strengthen our community. ​Be Part of the Future – Give Today!
How to Support Mars HillYour generosity fuels everything we do from in-person gatherings to digital discipleship. If you’ve been encouraged by this ministry, here are a few simple ways to give and get involved: Give:Support the mission securely at marshillchicago.org/giving, in our mobile app, or by texting MHGIVE to 33777. You can also mail checks to: Mars Hill Baptist Church Serve:Use your gifts to make a difference online or in person. Visit our site to see current opportunities. Pray:Lift up our leaders, our church family, and the people we’re reaching. Prayer is a powerful form of participation. Invite & Share:Send this email to a friend, invite someone to service, or repost something that encouraged you. Every share matters. You’re helping us reach people with hope, truth, and love whether they’re across town or across the country. With love and expectation, Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr. P.S. Don't forget to "Pull up" or "Log on” with us online this Sunday at 10:30 AM Central for our online service. Set your reminder now! ⏰ |