Dear Healing House Family,
I hope this message finds you filled with the same fire and expectation that we experienced together on Sunday. What an incredible time of worship and breakthrough we witnessed—from three new salvations to the powerful reminder that God has called each of us to be laborers in His harvest field.
Summary: This week's sermon challenged us to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actively living it out in our spheres of influence. Drawing from Daniel 7, Matthew 9, and Acts 1, we explored how God has given us dominion and authority through the Holy Spirit to be witnesses right where we are—in our homes, workplaces, and communities. The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. God isn't calling us to wait for professional ministers to reach our world; He's commissioning us with the keys to our own unique domains. The message was clear: it's time to stop planning and start going—empowered by the Holy Spirit and motivated by the compassion of Christ for those who are harassed and scattered like sheep without a shepherd.
Takeaways:
-You Have Access Where Others Don't: God has strategically placed you in your family, workplace, and community with unique access that no pastor or evangelist has. You hold the "keys" to your world—use them to bring the Kingdom of God into every space you occupy.
-Love Precedes Action: We can only give away what we've first received. Before we can effectively reach others, we must deeply receive God's love for ourselves. When His perfect love fills us, it casts out fear and empowers us to share authentically—even if we don't have all the answers. Your testimony of transformation is more powerful than all the theology in the world.
-Make Disciples, Not Just Converts: Jesus modeled small-group discipleship with His twelve, and we're called to do the same. Whether it's your children, a coworker, or a friend, invest in walking alongside someone through God's Word. Grab a basic discipleship resource and commit to meeting regularly—this is how the Kingdom advances, one relationship at a time.
Action Steps for This Week:
Remember those names you wrote down last week? This is the week to take the first step. Pray specifically for one person on your list each day. Ask God for an opportunity to share His love with them—whether through a conversation, an act of service, or simply being present. Get a scripture in your pocket each morning and watch how God uses it throughout your day. Consider joining a small group if you haven't already, or start one yourself.
And don't forget—baptisms are coming up on the last Sunday of this month! If you've been thinking about making that public declaration of your faith, or if you need a fresh start, now is the time. Call the office or fill out a form in the back.
Let's go into this week with expectation, dependency on God, and compassion for those who need to know the love of Christ. You are equipped. You are empowered. You are sent.
In His Service,
Pastor Aaron
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