Are We Sharing Jesus Out of Love or Fear? Matthew 9:35–10:8

Why do churches reach out to their communities? Is it because we love people who need Jesus—or because we're afraid of losing what we have? In this sermon on Matthew 9:35–10:8, Pastor James Huenink explores Jesus' compassion for people who were "harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." Christ's mission was never driven by fear, anxiety, declining numbers, or institutional preservation. It was driven by love. This message challenges churches and Christians to examine their motives for evangelism and outreach. Are we seeing people as souls for whom Christ died, or merely as numbers that can help sustain an organization? Discover how the Gospel creates genuine compassion for the lost and why the Lutheran message of Christ's finished work offers true peace to a burdened world. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 9:35–10:8 ⛪ First Lutheran Church of El Cajon 🔔 Subscribe for Confessional Lutheran sermons, Bible studies, and Christian teaching. #Matthew9 #Evangelism #Lutheran #LCMS #ChristianSermon #Outreach #JesusChrist #ChurchGrowth #Gospel #FaithAlone https://youhaveaplace.com #lutheran #sermon #Christian #grace