Worship with us 9 + 11 AM 390 N 400 E Bountiful, UT 84010. For more information or to get connected, please visit: www.flourishinggrace.org/plan-your-visit What does it really mean to follow Jesus with your life, not just in belief but in action? In this powerful message from Luke 24, we explore Jesus’ final words to His disciples and what they mean for us today. At the end of the Gospel of Luke, after His death and resurrection, Jesus makes a clear and life shaping statement: “You are witnesses of these things.” This is not simply a command or a task to add to our already busy lives. It is an identity. It is who we are as followers of Christ. This sermon walks through the reality that being a witness is not about having all the right answers or mastering a script. A witness is simply someone who has experienced something and tells others about it. If Jesus has changed your life, then your story matters. From the suffering and sacrifice of Christ to His resurrection and the forgiveness He offers through repentance, the message of the gospel is both deeply personal and eternally significant. The call is not to perfection, but to authenticity, humility, and courage. We also address common challenges that many believers face when it comes to sharing their faith. Sometimes we focus only on the content and forget to share our personal experience. Other times we share our story but leave out the truth of the gospel itself. And in some cases, our lives do not reflect the message we are trying to communicate. This message brings clarity and encouragement, reminding us that God is not asking for performance, but for faithful presence and honesty about what He has done in our lives. A key focus of this sermon is the role of the Holy Spirit. Jesus did not leave His followers to figure this out on their own. He promised power from on high, reminding us that it is God who draws people to Himself. Our responsibility is not to control outcomes, but to trust, pray, and step into the opportunities God provides. Through real life stories and practical encouragement, this message shows how God works through ordinary people in everyday moments. You will be challenged to consider who God has placed in your life and how you can begin praying for them. Whether it is a neighbor, coworker, friend, or family member, God is already at work. As you pray for opportunities, trust the Holy Spirit, and remain faithful over time, you may be surprised at how God uses your story to impact others. As we close out the Gospel of Luke, this message invites you to reflect on your own journey with Jesus. Have you experienced His forgiveness, His grace, and His transforming power? If so, you already have a story worth sharing. And if you are still exploring faith, Jesus invites you to come and see, just as He did with His first followers. Join us as we discover what it means to live as witnesses of Jesus, not out of obligation, but out of a life that has truly been changed.