As we continue with our vision for the church this year, join Pastor Desiree as she teaches us on the importance of having a friendship with our community but not conforming to the things of this world and the importance of sharing the gospel.
The world is our mission field, and we are called to reach people everywhere with the love of Christ. As a church, we have seen God expand our influence beyond our city and into nations. This is our mandate from Scripture.
In Matthew 28:18-20 Jesus commanded us to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them with the assurance that He is always with us. God has given us the authority to bring people to freedom in Christ.
From Ephesians 1:17-23 we learn that have the same power that raised Christ from the dead. Colossians 2:15 teaches us that Jesus triumphed over all spiritual forces, and Ephesians 6:12 tells us that our struggle is not against people but against spiritual forces. We must understand this authority to bring healing, deliverance, and transformation to our communities. Jesus demonstrated this by speaking healing, casting out demons, and commanding miracles. We are called to do the same.
In Matthew 10:8 Jesus told us to heal the sick and cast out demons and in Acts 3:6 we read how Peter commanded healing in Jesus' name. Mark 16:17-18 teaches us how the signs and wonders follow those who believe. We don’t ask God to do what He has given us the power to do! Through faith, obedience, and the Holy Spirit, we can impact lives just as Jesus did.
2 Corinthians 5:14-19 shows us that Christ’s love compels us to bring others back to God.
Biblical reconciliation means restoring peace between God and people. We must not judge from a worldly perspective but see others through God’s eyes. Jesus befriended the Samaritan woman at the well, using a word of knowledge to reveal truth (John 4). Her encounter led many in her town to believe. Like Jesus, we are called to step into places and share the Gospel with boldness.
Romans 10:14-15 shows us that people cannot believe unless someone tells them.
Our community is waiting for us to step into our God-given authority. We must:
- Be bold in sharing the Gospel.
- Be filled with the Spirit and use the gifts He has given us.
- Be willing to cross cultural and religious divides.
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