Introduction: The change God allows is his way of expanding his unchanging vision for the world.
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The Plot-line of the Bible is…
1. God created the world, with humankind being the crown jewel of that creation
2. But we chose to walk away from this relationship and purpose
3. And yet God does not give up on us.
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What is the Kingdom? God’s People fulfilling God’s purpose for God’s (global) Glory
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Where is the Kingdom? Wherever Jesus is King.
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Your mission is to extend the Kingdom of God on Earth (Matthew 22:2, 9-10; John 14:12-14, Acts 1:8)
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The church is God’s instrument (strategy) to advance his kingdom to the nations:
• It is the only thing that will prevail (Matthew 16:18b)
• It is the only thing that lasts forever (Eph. 3:21)
• It is the only thing big enough (largest participation, widest distribution, fastest proliferation) to have a global impact
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Has our vision been too small? Isaiah 49:1-6
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Two Shifts RHCCC is Championing
1. From ministry in one location to ministry in many
2. From blessing one group to blessing many
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Conclusion:The worship and mercy of God everywhere
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Re-Entry Reality #3:
God is using this season to prepare us for something significant.
