Whether you heard the message from Sunday or are part of one of our “What’s Next” groups at Venture, here’s a way for you to go deeper.
this week's next steps
Identify one simple way your life is already building God’s Kingdom and commit to it this week.
Memorize the Kingdom Builders’ mission: "Until Jesus is Famous Everywhere.
Read 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 and imagine your reunion with Jesus.
This week's study
Many Christians have settled into a comfortable, yet incomplete, understanding of their faith. They believe in Jesus, strive to be "good enough," and anticipate escaping Earth for a vague and distant Heaven. This perspective reduces faith to a transaction - a ticket to paradise - rather than a vibrant relationship with Jesus and a transformative way of life meant to be shared. But what if we're missing the heart of the Gospel? What if our purpose isn't merely to leave Earth behind, but to actively participate in God's plan to restore and renew it?
What if, instead of focusing solely on our personal salvation and an ethereal afterlife, we embraced the call to partner with Jesus in building His Kingdom here and now? What if we shifted our perspective from escaping this world to actively working to make it a better place, reflecting God's love and justice in every aspect of our lives? This is the essence of being a Kingdom Builder.
As Kingdom Builders, we are called to join God in His redemptive work, using our unique gifts and talents to further His Kingdom and extend His invitation to all. We are called to live with intention, purpose, and joy, knowing that our labor is not in vain. We are called to share life and mission with each other, supporting and encouraging one another as we work together to make Jesus famous in every corner of the world. This is not about earning our salvation or proving our worthiness; it's about actively participating in the restoration of all things, living out our faith in tangible ways, and eagerly anticipating the day when Jesus returns and we can joyfully present to Him the fruits of our labor.
What if, instead of focusing solely on our personal salvation and an ethereal afterlife, we embraced the call to partner with Jesus in building His Kingdom here and now? What if we shifted our perspective from escaping this world to actively working to make it a better place, reflecting God's love and justice in every aspect of our lives? This is the essence of being a Kingdom Builder.
As Kingdom Builders, we are called to join God in His redemptive work, using our unique gifts and talents to further His Kingdom and extend His invitation to all. We are called to live with intention, purpose, and joy, knowing that our labor is not in vain. We are called to share life and mission with each other, supporting and encouraging one another as we work together to make Jesus famous in every corner of the world. This is not about earning our salvation or proving our worthiness; it's about actively participating in the restoration of all things, living out our faith in tangible ways, and eagerly anticipating the day when Jesus returns and we can joyfully present to Him the fruits of our labor.
Questions to Consider:
- What does it mean to be a Kingdom Builder?
- How does the concept of Kingdom Builders fit into Venture Church's mission to "Make Jesus Famous"?
- What are some potential challenges we might face as Kingdom Builders, and how can we overcome them?
- How does the idea of welcoming Jesus back to Earth as its rightful King change your perspective on faith and salvation?
- What are some practical ways we can participate in building God's Kingdom in our daily lives?
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Resources for Study:
The NIV Application Commentary Genesis by John H. Walton
The Beast that Crouches at the Door by David Forman
The Case for a Creator: A Journalist Investigates Scientific Evidence That Points Toward God by Lee Strobel
Genesis: A Commentary by Bruce Waltke
Genesis: A Parsha Companion by David Forman
Life Lessons from Genesis: Book of Beginnings by Max Lucado
The Beast that Crouches at the Door by David Forman
The Case for a Creator: A Journalist Investigates Scientific Evidence That Points Toward God by Lee Strobel
Genesis: A Commentary by Bruce Waltke
Genesis: A Parsha Companion by David Forman
Life Lessons from Genesis: Book of Beginnings by Max Lucado
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