Victory Church Providence

All Call Sunday

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All Call Sunday

A Sermon by Judy Mensch, missionary to the children  of Europe.

For more information about Judy here.

 

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Introduction

  • Introduction of the speaker: Judy Mensch, a missionary, children’s pastor, evangelist, and Bible school instructor.
  • Personal anecdotes regarding support and shared history with the church community.
  • Humorous and personal stories to establish rapport (e.g., pantyhose story behind the pulpit).
  • Emphasis on the church as a community of people, not just a building.

    • Reflections on Aging and Experience

    • Positive perspective on aging: increased wisdom and social skills.
    • Physical challenges of aging contrasted with personal vitality and ongoing activity.
    • Encouragement to embrace age and continue serving.

      • Purpose and Structure of the Service

      • Explanation of the focus: The Body of Christ and individual roles within it.
      • Outline of how the service will conclude:
        • Invitation for newcomers to learn about Jesus.
        • Instructions for congregation members to visit ministry tables and sign up for service opportunities.
        • Emphasis that everyone should find a place to serve.

          • The Body of Christ: Diversity and Function

          • Analogy of the body: Each part has a unique and necessary function.
          • Encouragement for all members to participate in ministry, not to remain spectators.
          • Assurance that everyone has something to contribute.

            • The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14–30)

            • Reference to the parable as a basis for the message.
            • Clarification of terminology: preference for “skills and gifts” over “talents.”
            • Emphasis that all have received gifts/skills from God.

              • Key Points of the Message

              • A. Variety of Gifts
                • Everyone has received something; no one is left out.
                • Gifts differ in type and measure, reflecting God’s sovereignty and purpose.
                • Biblical references: 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Ephesians.
                • B. Responsibility of Having Gifts
                  • Each person is called to use their gifts in service.
                  • Serving fills personal gaps and brings fulfillment.
                  • God’s will is for everyone to be active, not passive.
                  • C. Rewards of Using Gifts
                    • Joy is the reward for serving and using one’s gifts.
                    • Serving others leads to personal growth and spiritual satisfaction.

                      • Diversity and Equality in the Body

                      • God gives different gifts to different people, but loves all equally.
                      • No gift is more honorable; all are necessary for the body to function.
                      • Reference to the “upside down kingdom”: God’s values often differ from worldly values.

                        • Practical Application and Encouragement

                        • Encouragement to sign up for ministries, including less glamorous roles (e.g., nursery).
                        • Recognition that some ministries are less visible but equally important.
                        • Everyone’s contribution matters, regardless of recognition or praise.

                          • Conclusion

                          • Restatement of the call to serve and be active in the body of Christ.
                          • Assurance that serving is serving Jesus himself.
                          • Final instructions for the congregation on next steps after the service.

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