If there’s one simple truth I want you to know today, it’s this…
God’s way is not man’s way. Sounds simple, but it’s a fact.
Sometimes, we do everything in our own power to know what God’s plan is for our lives. But, I’m here to say, unless we’re staying in the word, praying, fasting and giving…odds are it won’t be revealed to us. Never forget the power of the 3-fold cord – praying, fasting and giving.
The plans God has for you are pretty clear in scripture. Jeremiah 29:11 says God’s plans are good and not evil and are meant to prosper you. God also has a plan to win the world for Christ by equipping us to be significant in this life so we can lead people into eternal life through abundant living.
As it says in Ephesians 4, God’s plan is to give the Body of Christ the 5-fold ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers to prepare the Body for works of service so that the Body of Christ is built up and becoming mature. In short, God’s plan is for believers to be built up so they can grow up!
Remember, our lives are fishing bait for others.
Our lives should attract unbelievers to come to a knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It is through Kingdom living and growing in Christ that we become equipped to do works of service for the glory of God.
That’s what BCC is all about…becoming equipped to do works of service for others. And so with that, I have a couple of questions for you.
How much are you contributing to the work of BCC? How much are you contributing to being the church of the Lord Jesus Christ?
I am not referring to financial contributions, although God does ask for that, I am calling you to works of service that begin with your heart.
The call that is placed on your life is to make a difference in the lives of those around you. God’s perfect plan for your life is to be mature in Christ and to be prosperous so that you can give to others.
Love,
Pastor Steve
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