Message: Beyond Attendance: Living Out the Church's Mission (07/06/'24) -Message

Message: Beyond Attendance: Living Out the Church's Mission Good morning, dear friends and family in Christ, Today, I want to share a message that calls us to look beyond the familiar routines of our faith, to dig deeper into what it truly means to be a follower of Christ. The title of my message is "Beyond Attendance: Living Out the Church's Mission." We will never change the world by merely sitting in the pews. While gathering for worship is vital, it is only the beginning. Our faith demands more than words, more than the comfort of routine worship. It calls for action, for living truths that breathe life into our communities. To be the salt and light that Jesus spoke of, we must become agents of hope, of justice, of love—not just in our prayers but in our deeds. It’s in the reflection of His boundless grace through our actions that we truly live out our calling. In our neighborhoods, we must shine as beacons of Christ’s radiant light, bringing peace one heart at a time, transforming darkness into bright dawns. Our mission isn’t found in eloquent sermons or pious declarations but in how we live each passing day. By faith, let’s rise and take a stand, not merely to heal or help but to hold out a hand, to connect, to care deeply. In living out our sacred call, we fulfill the church's true design. Together, we can change the world, one act of love at a time. Each step we take in love, each moment we choose kindness over indifference, each time we lift others in their struggles, we embody the essence of the church’s mission. Beyond attendance, beyond the walls of our buildings, in every act of compassion and justice, we become the change-makers, the hands and feet of the Divine, crafting a legacy of love that endures. So, let us go forth today, determined to be more than mere attendees. Let us embody the teachings of Christ, acting as agents of transformation in our communities and beyond. Our mission is clear: to be salt and light, bringing hope, justice, and love to a world in desperate need. By living out our faith through actions and commitments, we can fulfill our true purpose and make a lasting impact on the world around us. May God bless each one of you as you take this message to heart and live out His mission in your daily lives. Amen. Pastor Steven G. Lee (July 6, 2024)