Subject: Reflections on Christ's Power and Purpose in Our Lives (04/28/'24) -Message

Subject: Reflections on Christ's Power and Purpose in Our Lives The Transformative Messiah Jesus is the Messiah who transformed the world fundamentally. Acts 17:6 (ESV): "And when they could not find them, they dragged Jason and some of the brothers before the city authorities, shouting, 'These men who have turned the world upside down have come here also.'" Beyond Circumstances Our decisions in life should transcend our circumstances. Philippians 4:11-12 (ESV): "Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need." The Sufficiency of God's Power God's power is sufficient to redeem the needy and the poor. 2 Corinthians 9:8 (ESV): "And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work." Purpose in the Trials God reveals His power through our trials, demonstrating His purpose in our struggles. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV): "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." Pastor Steven G. Lee (April 28, 2024)