Are We All Talk

Isn’t it great that we all have value? Paul puts it this way in the book of Ephesians: “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” To be God’s workmanship is one thing; to actually fulfill the things He has called us to be and do is another. Take the election and inauguration of the ninth president of the United States, for example.

William Henry Harrison prepared a tremendously long inaugural address and, even though the weather was sub-freezing, he stubbornly spent close to two hours reciting every word of his address. The most prominent result of Harrison sharing his presidential philosophy was to catch pneumonia. Within thirty days Harrison was dead.

William Henry Harrison holds two records in America: one for the longest inaugural address and another for the shortest presidential term. Sadly, as a result of this, it has been said that Harrison talked more and did less than any other President throughout history.

How sad it would be if that was the analysis of the ministry accomplished by the Garden Ridge family. This morning we will see that God has called us to something special as His people. God will walk with us; work with us; even fight for us in order to empower us as tools, ministers and ambassadors in His hands. Are we prepared to fulfill His desire for our lives this week? You have been created for good works which were prepared beforehand by God Himself—AND THAT IS NOT JUST TALK!!! Will we commit to accomplishing His will as we serve as priests in His service?

Who Is God And What Does He Want?

Be praying about the Sunday sermon series we will begin in September that has a two-fold intention: (1) To reach the lost with an introduction of God according to the way God is introduced in the book of Genesis, and (2) To help those who are not comfortable with sharing the Good News of who God is recognize how easy it is to follow the Bible and show the reality, the power, and the relevance of God and His ways for our world today. This might just be the most important series of sermons I have an opportunity to preach here at Garden Ridge, so make plans to attend and start inviting your friends, family and neighbors to come hear these messages.

Click to listen to sermon, Where Are We Going?