“Believe and Live” - 9 a.m. Traditional Eucharist 03/01/2026

Rev. Charlie Holt reflects on the world‑famous verse John 3:16 and asks the crucial question behind it: What does it truly mean to believe in Jesus? Drawing from Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus, he contrasts superficial, unformed belief—faith that admires Jesus’ signs but remains unchanged—with the deep, Spirit‑born faith that transforms the heart from within. Through scriptural insight, images from Israel’s wilderness story, and Jesus’ reference to Moses lifting up the bronze serpent, Rev. Holt emphasizes that humanity is “snake‑bitten” by sin and utterly unable to save itself. Only by looking to the One lifted up on the cross can we receive new birth, new life, and a new heart. He urges listeners to move beyond mere mental assent and surrender fully to the renewing work of the Holy Spirit, praying for hearts set ablaze with faith that is truly “born from above.”