[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Before we get started with this, you'll need to get a few things. This starts off with YOU actively participating. You'll need a pen, a piece of paper, and something you can see your reflection in.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Got them? Good, let's get started.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] On your paper, write these words: "God didn't send Jesus to save my community". This is what we have our outreach programs for. These are in place for the purpose of saving the community.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Next, write these words: "God didn't send Jesus to save my church". I know some people are going to struggle with this one. The fact of the matter is, this is why we have ministry. The pastors, group leaders, and volunteers work together to keep the church alive.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Finally, look into whatever you have to see your reflection, and say these words: "God sent Jesus to save ME". It doesn't get much more one-on-one than that.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Throughout the Old Testament, God would choose "one" person to care for the community, and through that person appoint leaders. Jesus did the same with his disciples, and it continues to happen today.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] God choose to have a personal relationship with YOU, that's why he sent Jesus to save YOU. From here YOU can build your one-on-one relationship with Him. YOU can open your heart to listen to Him. Then YOU can make the impact he wants YOU to make in the church, and in the community.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Got them? Good, let's get started.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] On your paper, write these words: "God didn't send Jesus to save my community". This is what we have our outreach programs for. These are in place for the purpose of saving the community.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Next, write these words: "God didn't send Jesus to save my church". I know some people are going to struggle with this one. The fact of the matter is, this is why we have ministry. The pastors, group leaders, and volunteers work together to keep the church alive.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Finally, look into whatever you have to see your reflection, and say these words: "God sent Jesus to save ME". It doesn't get much more one-on-one than that.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] Throughout the Old Testament, God would choose "one" person to care for the community, and through that person appoint leaders. Jesus did the same with his disciples, and it continues to happen today.
[bless and do not curse][bless and do not curse] God choose to have a personal relationship with YOU, that's why he sent Jesus to save YOU. From here YOU can build your one-on-one relationship with Him. YOU can open your heart to listen to Him. Then YOU can make the impact he wants YOU to make in the church, and in the community.
