God's Plan for the Church: Adapting to Change-

Change is not something we often embrace. Uncertainty can cause us to even fear change. But keeping our focus on God, Who never changes, enables us to tackle new roles that God has for us.

God's Plan for the Church: Recognizing God's Power -

Reading through the Bible, we so easily forget that God has not changed. He still wishes to perform miracles and move powerfully - both for us and through us. We must stay connected to the Holy Spirit and remain expectant for healings and blessings.

God's Plan for the Church: Personal Growth -

When we enter into a relationship with God, He equips us for the work He has prepared for us. Through relationships, we receive encouragement, guidance, and insights into our ministry.

God's Plan for the Church: Transformation -

When we accept God into our hearts, we allow Him to change it. By allowing ourselves to be changed, He can also transform those around us and the church.

God's Plan for the Church: Listening to the Holy Spirit -

When Jesus left the disciples, they were devastated to lose their teacher. But, in His place, He left the Holy Spirit to guide and teach them. Once we accept the gift of salvation, the Holy Spirit is given to us as well - it's important for us to learn to distinguish it's voice.

God's Plan for the Church: Priority of the Gospel -

It is easy to become distracted - so many things battle for our attention. But when it comes to following God, it is easy to re-align ourselves with what is important. We should always go back to the Gospel and make sure that it is the priority of all that we do.

God's Plan for the Church: Living Out Our Call -

God gives us each a job when we choose to follow Him. But, there is also a collective call on the church. We should be preaching the Gospel, establishing Biblical leadership, and strengthening new believers.

God's Plan for the Church: Hearing God's Call -

Seeing that God used someone like Paul to continue Jesus' ministry should be a great comfort for us. Paul persecuted the early church prior to his own conversion. Although not everyone will play a role quite like Paul's, God has a plan for each of us if we are listening with a glad heart.

God's Plan for the Church: Answers to Prayer -

Despite all the examples in the Bible, and in their own lives, the early church was still surprised when God answered their prayers. Although He doesnt always answer them the way we anticipate, He is always listening and answers according to His will.

God's Plan for the Church: Following God's Will -

God doesn't need us to accomplish His work in the lives of others. He offers us the opportunity to share in the experience, but to accept, we have to constantly be listening.