San Jose, CA, a city renowned for its strong Christian roots, is home to numerous churches like the prominent Grace Baptist Church, Westminster Presbyterian Church, and Timothy's Lutheran Church. Each institution has contributed to the unique blend of faith and community that the city is known for today.
Among the many spiritual homes, the Christian Church San Jose community cherishes, San Jose Church - The Point Church, stands out. It's a unique non-denominational church where members have found their new church home. Guided by Pastor Reverend Luis Vargas, the church provides a safe place for spiritual growth and nurturing wholeness.
The North San Jose Campus of San Jose Church - The Point Church is a dynamic, welcoming space where parishioners, new and old, come together to engage in regulated teachings of the Holy Bible, and other writings that form the backbone of our faith.
At San Jose Church - The Point Church, we believe in the transformative power of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. We invite every person who steps into our church to experience this awakening. We hope to see lives changed, new life breathed into families, and strong relationships forged within our congregation.
Our faith is firmly anchored in the basic teachings of Christ. We strive to mirror the life of Jesus, serving as he served, and loving as he loved. Every word spoken from the pulpit, every teaching shared, is a reflection of this commitment.
Weekly sermons and meetings are an integral part of our church life. These gatherings help establish strong relationships among the members of our church family, while also fueling spiritual growth. Join us this Sunday, and experience a refreshing awakening of faith.
Inclusivity is a core value at San Jose Church - The Point Church. We understand that each individual's relationship with God is unique. This is why our Guadalupe Church offers services, tailored to meet the specific faith needs of our diverse congregation.
We believe in living out our faith through service. As a Christian Church in San Jose, we aim to be a blessing to the city. We serve the residents of San Jose, embodying the love and generosity of Christ in every action.
Our church emblem, the Sacred Heart, is a representation of our profound love for God. It serves as a constant reminder of the divine love that envelops us and the love we are called to share with the world.
The Bethel Church, another prominent Christian Church in San Jose, stands as a beacon of hope. Alongside our friends from the Bethel Church, we strive to illuminate the path for those seeking a deeper relationship with Christ.
At San Jose Church - The Point Church, we are dedicated to nurturing wholeness in our congregation. We encourage our members to explore additional teachings that contribute to their spiritual growth, while also fostering a sense of community and belonging.
We celebrate the diversity in our congregation, which includes members from different Christian traditions, including the Latter-Day Saints. This diversity enriches our shared faith, making San Jose Church - The Point Church a vibrant and inclusive church home Inviting the Kids: Fun, Faith, and Fellowship
We believe that faith formation should be fun for kids. Our Sunday school program is designed to engage young minds with the teachings of the Bible in an enjoyable and relatable way. We aim to help them establish strong relationships with God and their peers.
Beyond our weekly sermons, San Jose Church - The Point Church hosts a variety of events. From fellowship meals to Bible study groups, these gatherings foster a sense of community, providing opportunities for members to connect and grow in their faith.
At San Jose Church - The Point Church, we encourage our members to serve, following Christ's example. Our volunteer programs offer numerous opportunities for service, each one a blessing to both the recipient and the person serving.
Prayer is a cornerstone of our faith at San Jose Church - The Point Church. We invite you to join us in prayer, to experience the hope and comfort that comes from communicating with God. We believe that through prayer, we can change lives and touch the world.
The Holy Bible serves as our guide, leading us on our spiritual journey. Its words inspire our worship and shape our lives, helping us to navigate the world with wisdom and compassion.
Whether you're new to the Christian faith or seeking a new church home, San Jose Church - The Point Church in San Jose welcomes you. We're here to support your spiritual growth, providing a community where you can explore and deepen your relationship with God.
We're committed to providing a safe, welcoming space for all. Regardless of where you come from or what your past may be, you're welcomed into our family. We believe that in Christ, everyone is accepted and loved.
We invite you to visit San Jose Church - The Point Church in San Jose. Whether you're looking for a new church home, or you're simply curious about our faith, we'd be delighted to welcome you. Join us for a sermon, partake in our events, or just come and enjoy the blessing of fellowship.
At San Jose Church - The Point Church, we strive to embody the love of Jesus Christ in all we do. From our weekly meetings to our service in the community, we seek to reflect His love and grace in every aspect of our life.
San Jose Church - The Point Church is more than just a place of worship - it's a community of believers, a family bound by a shared faith in Jesus Christ. If you're in San Jose or the surrounding areas, we invite you to become a part of our family. Discover the spiritual growth, strong relationships, and vibrant faith community that awaits you at The Point Church.
3.17.24 Sermon Notes/Slides
When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him. Genesis 37:4 (NIV)
His brothers said to him, “Do you intend to reign over us? Will you actually rule us?” And they hatedhim all the more because of his dream and what he had said.
Genesis 37:8 (NIV)
What is this dream you had? Will your mother and I and your brothers actually come and bow down to the ground before you?” His brothers were jealous of him, but his father kept the matter in mind.
Genesis 37:10-11 (NIV)
Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one so discerning and wise as you.
You shall be in charge of my palace, and all my people are to submit to your orders. Only with respect to the throne will I be greater than you.
Genesis 41:39-40 (NIV)
Now Joseph was the ruler over the land; he was the one who sold to all the people of the land. And Joseph’s brothers came and bowed down to him with their faces to the ground. When Joseph saw his brothers he recognized them, but he disguised himself to them and spoke to them harshly. And he said to them, “Where have you come from?” And they said, “From the land of Canaan, to buy food.” But Joseph had recognized his brothers, although they did not recognize him. Joseph remembered the dreams which he had about them… Genesis 42:6-9
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. Matthew 5:43-44
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32
For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Matt 6:14-15
Forgiveness is not forgetting.
Forgiveness is not always reconciliation
Forgiveness is not fair.
He [God] does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. 11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; 12 as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. Ps 103:10-12
Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers. And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household heard about it.
Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence.
Gen 45:1-3
Forgiveness is giving to others what God has given us.
If we confess our sins, he [God] is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
Forgiveness is giving to others what God has given us.
Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had done so, he said, “I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt!
Genesis 45:3-4
And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here…
Gen 45:5
If God does not keep a record of your wrongdoings, you should not keep ‘lists’ of other people’s offenses against you. Love ‘keeps no record of wrongs’ 1 Cor. 13:5
Faith enables me to see an opportunity for freedom where others only see an opportunity for an offense.
And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here, because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you.
Gen 45:4-5