Only Believe - Jim Cymbala

The sermon emphasizes the transformative power of faith as the essential means of salvation and daily living, urging listeners to trust in Jesus Christ completely rather than relying on their own merit. It highlights biblical examples from Matthew where belief unlocks divine healing and restoration, contrasting genuine faith with intellectual skepticism or unbelief. The message transitions into a call for self-examination and repentance as the congregation prepares to observe communion, reminding them that Christ's broken body and shed blood provide forgiveness and remove judgment. By partaking in this ordinance with a heart of gratitude, believers acknowledge their dependence on God's grace and receive the assurance of His presence through the Holy Spirit. The service concludes with an invitation to step out in faith for the new year, celebrating the hope found in Christ's finished work on the cross.