This Sunday's Inspirational Message is:
"Charged With A Mission!"
The ascension of Jesus and the commissioning of His disciples in Acts 1:8 remind us of our calling as believers to participate actively in the Great Commission.
We are called to be witnesses of Jesus, sharing the message of salvation and living out our faith with authenticity and love. Let us embrace this mission, recognizing that everyone has a role to play in fulfilling the Great Commission in our own Jerusalem, our communities, and to the ends of the earth.
The promise of the Holy Spirit in Acts 1:8 assures us that we are not alone in fulfilling our mission. The Holy Spirit empowers us, guides us, and enables us to be effective witnesses for Christ. As we rely on the Holy Spirit, we can overcome obstacles, fear, and doubt, knowing that God’s power is at work within us.
Let us cultivate a deep relationship with the Holy Spirit, seeking His guidance and allowing Him to work through us to impact lives and advance the Kingdom of God.
Start Locally, Impact Globally: While the call to reach the nations is vital, it is essential not to neglect the spiritual needs of our communities and nation. The prevalence of pagan beliefs and practices should remind us of the urgency to prioritize local evangelism.
By reaching our own Jerusalem, we can address the spiritual condition of our communities, meet people where they are, and impact future generations. Through faithful witness and discipleship within our nation, we can preserve the spiritual heritage and influence positive change that extends to the ends of the earth.
These takeaways emphasize our role as witnesses of Jesus, the power of the Holy Spirit in fulfilling our mission, and the importance of starting locally while having a global impact. Let us carry these truths with us, stepping forward with boldness, compassion, and a heart to make disciples as we seek to fulfill Acts 1:8 in our lives and ministries.
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Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
The musical selection "Be Thou My Vision " was arranged and played by Don Wigton and used with permission. The musical selections "My Faith Looks Up To Thee", and "The Love of God" were arranged and played by Greg Howlett and used with permission.