The Time is NowThe Day of the Lord will come (1 Thes. 5:2)The world neither watches nor waits (1 Thes. 5:3)Darkness AboundsThe world can be a dark place (1 Thes. 5:7)We can become accustomed to the darkThe Son of God broke into the Darkness (Isaiah 9:2)We are Children of the Light (1 Thes. 5:5)By the grace of Jesus we receive salvation! (1Thes. 5:9)Live in the Light (1 Thes. 5:8)Encourage one another (1 Thes. 5:11)

Be Informed (1 Thes. 4:13)We already know the futureThe Lord is coming…  (1 Thes. 4:16-17)Be PreparedWatch and wait (Matt. 25:13)Keep your light on (Matt. 25:8)Be Encouraged (1 Thes. 4:18)Jesus is coming back for youWe will be with the Lord foreverEncourage one another

The Saints in Heaven A multitude surrounds the throne (Rev. 7:9)It is the Church Triumphant (Rev. 7:16-17)We believe in the Communion of SaintsThe Saints on Earth Do you feel like a saint?God gives us a new identity (2 Corinthians 5:17)Living life as Saints We run the race with endurance (Heb. 12:1)We live according to our callingWe share life as Saints

We are in a divided and polarized worldWhat are some ways that we are divided as Americans?Why are there divisions and dissension? (Galatians 5:16-21)What unifies us as Humans? (Romans 1-3)Everyone sinsEveryone is worthy of Christ’s grace (Romans 3: 19-28)How does this change our missional approach?Coming from a place of relatabilityThe L’s of MissionLiveLookListenLearnLove Living more palatable (Galatians 5:22-26)

God is in ControlHis will is done in heaven (Rev. 19:6)His will is done on earth (Daniel 2:21)God anoints the King (Isaiah 45:1)Cyrus seems like an unlikely choice (Is. 45:2-4)Jesus is the King of kings! (1 Timothy 6:15)Honor the KingRender to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s (Romans 13:7)Render to God the things that are God’s (Ps. 96:10)

A Feast is PreparedThere is an abundance provided (Isaiah 25:6)It is a celebration (Isaiah 25:7-8)The Invitations are sentThe feast is for all people (Isaiah 25:6)Some choose not to attendOthers try to get in on their ownThis is Our God! (Isaiah 25:9a)We have waited for himLet us rejoice (Isaiah 25:9b)

The Vineyard is a Pleasant PlantingGod creates and provides (Isaiah 5:1-2)The Owner has expectations (Isaiah 5:2)What more could be done? (Isaiah 5:4a)We second guess our failed effortsGod has already done everything (Isaiah 5:7)An Appetite for DestructionThere is a price to pay for failure (Isaiah 5:5-6)Sometimes we get what we deserveThe Promise of RestorationGod doesn’t leave His vineyard aloneWe bear fruit by the grace of Jesus (John 15:5)

Attitude Check (Phil. 2:5)Attitude is EverythingFive Aspects of the Attitude of Jesus:Jesus emptied himself (Phil. 2:6-7)ServanthoodHumility (Phil. 2:3)Obedience (Phil. 2:8)SacrificialPhil. 2:2Actions Speak Louder than WordsGod is at Work within us (Phil 2:13)Work out your own salvation (Phil 2:12)

To Die is Gain (Phil. 1:22)To be with Christ is far better (Phil 1:23)We have a guaranteed future!To Live is ChristThere is work to do (Phil. 1:22)We (might) suffer (Phil. 1:29)Conduct Yourself in a Worthy Manner (Phil. 1:27-28)Stand firm in the faithStrive together for the gospelDon’t be afraid

Pastor John speaks with Ron Roberts about Compassion.  http://compassion.com/YOURCHILD