The Vineyard Church
Pastor Mark Pope,
February 29/March 1, 2020
A chronically homeless person costs taxpayers an average of $35,578/year.
– National Alliance to End Homelessness
1 Corinthians 4:5 NIV
Mark 12:30-31 NIV
Jeremiah 29:4-7 NIV
Main Point #1:
A life that impacts others takes…
Extra initiative.
Subpoint:
While many have high expectations of others, Christians have high expectations of themselves.
John 2:2-4 NIV
Luke 10:30-33 NIV
Quote:
"Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have." – Margaret Mead
Question:
Is my life making room for broader impact?
Hints:
It's a lifestyle.
Start small.
Resist worse-case scenario.
Main Point #2
A life that impacts others takes…
Prayer
Subpoint:
Making a difference isn't just us acting, but includes us praying.
2 Chronicles 7:14 NIV
Definition:
אֶרֶץ (eh’-rets)
Land, earth, countries, territories, world …
Quote:
“If I watch the news and hear of a tragedy in my city, I take a sense of personally responsibility … I should have prayed more … ” – Francis Frangipane
Question:
What would happen is 1,500 people prayed?