Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui
Scripture: Habukkuk 1:5, Isaiah 49:1-6


Will this Pandemic will be a blizzard, winter, or mini ice-age?

V: Sharp recovery back to normal
U: Slow recovery back to normal
K: You will either thrive and grow OR wither and die.

What is the difference between those who thrive and those who do not?
Those who thrive see what God is up to and join him in that pursuit!

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Isaiah 49:1-6

• I have called you to minister (v. 1)
• I have uniquely shaped you to minister (v. 2-3)
• Ministry can be discouraging (v. 4a)
• During times of uncertainty, reflection and repentance is required (v. 5)
• I give you a new dream for the future (v. 6)

Look to the nations! (Amen!)

What will it take to be a spiritually-thriving, globally-minded church in the post-COVID world?

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1. This church will experience and rely on the unwavering grace of God (Luke 24:45-49)

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.
—Titus 2:11

Grace is what propels us forward!

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2. This church will see mission and discipleship as deeply interwoven (Luke 10:6-9)

Our definition of mission: “Ordinary people, empowered by God, making a difference, together, wherever they are.“

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3.This church will look to the nations (Acts 1:8)

What is God up to and how can we join him in his work?

a. Global Healthy Church Training
b. Global Relief Work
c. Unreached People Groups (“Finishing the Task”)
d. Refugee Sponsorship

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Call to Action: Participate in God’s great work amidst the nations.

1. Give to Missions Offering
2. Pray for the nations
3. Come and learn (E4 Primer & Mission Purpose Ministry Expo on Nov 27)