The J-Curve: Dying and Living with Jesus

In the season of Lent, Pastors Spencer and Allen preach a sermon series called, “The J-Curve: Dying and Living with Jesus.” The J-Curve concept comes from a study by Paul Miller. Here’s a summary: Inconveniences, disappointments, and trials often leave us confused, cynical, even bitter. The apostle Paul traces a pattern of dying and rising with Jesus which, like the letter “J”, goes down into death and then up into resurrection. Continually reenacting Jesus’ life—the J-Curve®—drains the energy from our cynicism as it resets our expectations for the normal Christian life. The J-Curve is so encouraging, so liberating, that once you see it, you can’t unsee it! You’ll find yourself joyfully dying and rising with Jesus in everyday life.”
 
Memory Verse: “If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake and for the sake of the Gospel, you will save it.” Mark 8: 35

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Our Services

Sunday, February 22, 2026
First Sunday in Lent, Communion/GTK

“Come Die With Me”

Scripture is Mark 8: 31-38
Rev. Stuart Spencer Preaching
Way #22 – Rest and Reflect
 

Looking Forward

Sunday, March 1, 2026
Second Sunday in Lent

“TBD”

Rev. Wes Allen Preaching
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Third Sunday in Lent

“May the Mind of Jesus Be Yours”

Scripture is Philippians 2: 1-11
Rev. Stuart Spencer Preaching
Way #24 – Tell Your Story
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Fourth Sunday in Lent

“Out of the Me Business”

Scripture is Philippians 3: 1-10
Rev. Stuart Spencer Preaching
Way #25 – Rejoice Always
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Fifth Sunday in Lent

“Like a Bulldog”

Rev. Stuart Spencer Preaching
Way #1 – Be Third
Sunday, March 29, 2026
Palm Sunday

“TBD”

Scripture is Matthew 21: 1-11
Rev. Wes Allen Preaching
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Easter Sunday, Communion/GTK

“Rejoice!”

Rev. Stuart Spencer Preaching

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Sunday School for children and youth meets Sunday mornings from 10:15 -11:00.
It’s where children learn about the Word of God, the love of God, and His rescue plan; the Promised Savior, Jesus!
 

“The Messiah: The Texts Behind Handel’s Masterpiece”

Sundays, February 15 – April 12, 10:15 am, Fellowship Hall

We will feature a study of the Scriptures behind Handel’s ‘Messiah’! using an IVPress Life Guide study as a basis and led by our team of teachers. There will be no class on Easter April 5th.
 

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The J-Curve by Paul Miller

Inconveniences, disappointments, and trials often leave us confused, cynical, even bitter. The apostle Paul traces a pattern of dying and rising with Jesus which, like the letter “J”, goes down into death and then up into resurrection. Continually reenacting Jesus’ life—the J-Curve®—drains the energy from our cynicism as it resets our expectations for the normal Christian life. The J-Curve is so encouraging, so liberating, that once you see it, you can’t unsee it! You’ll find yourself joyfully dying and rising with Jesus in everyday life.

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Our Small Group study promises to be a meaningful and enriching journey, won’t you join us? We offer a variety of locations and times so you can find just the group for you!
 
 
OR contact Alison Mackey in the church office: (856) 235-1688, Ext. 113 or amackey@fpcmoorestown.org.
For general questions, contact Wes Allen at wallen@fpcmoorestown.org or (856) 235-1688 x 101.

Mini Retreat

Plan to attend our Lenten mini-retreat, Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, with Keith Grant of See Jesus, teaching on the J-Curve.
  • Friday, March 13 – 6:00-8:00 p.m. – Miller Commons, snacks and bottled water provided
  • Saturday, March 14 (with breakfast) – 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., guest Keith Grant from The J-Curve. This event replaces the March Prayer Breakfast.

Prayer Beads: Repentance and the Seven Deadly Sins

3 Daily Commands for Disciples: “The Kingdom of God is near! Repent of your sins and believe the Good News! Come, follow me.” (Mark 1: 15, 17)
 
During this season of Lent, Pastor Spencer shares with you the practice of using Prayer Beads as you take up a daily prayer focusing on the Seven Deadly Sins.
 
The Seven Deadly Sins: pride, envy, lust, anger, gluttony, greed, sloth.
 
Your plan may follow this outline:
  • One, I confess my sins and my wrongs to God.
  • Two, I ask the Holy Spirit to help me see my heart as it is.
  • Three, I receive God’s sure pardon.