This weekend marked a sacred and historic moment for Living Word with the induction of Pastor Jim as Senior Pastor. Pastors Mac and Lynne shared from the heart, reflecting on decades of prayer, faith, and trust in God’s call on their son’s life, even in seasons when it seemed unlikely. They spoke of Pastor Jim’s deep preparation, from serving in every area of ministry to his strong grounding in the Word and unwavering commitment to prayer. With the laying on of hands and powerful prophetic prayer from Pastors Mac and Lynne, the church formally recognized this God-ordained transition, celebrating a new day marked by continuity, spiritual authority, and great expectation for what lies ahead. Pastor Jim responded with humility and love: “I will most gladly spend myself and be utterly spent for the people of Living Word."

Following this moment, Pastor Mac continued his series "The Gatekeeper of Power," reminding the church that while God’s power is available to every believer, it is accessed through a renewed mind. Teaching from Scripture, he emphasized that our minds act as the gatekeeper, determining whether God’s life-giving power or the enemy’s deception has influence. By focusing on the unseen, eternal truths of God’s Word rather than natural circumstances, believers learn to open the gate to resurrection power, walking more fully in the good, acceptable, and perfect will of God. It was a fitting message for a day of transition: a call to steward both leadership and personal faith with intentional focus and spiritual clarity.

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