Transformed in Community: Empowered
Steven Ackley, Associate Pastor | College and Young Adults
Are you familiar with the way a jet engine works? I’m far
from an expert, but it has been explained to me that there are three primary
components that result in the power that these engines produce—air, fuel, and
pressure. Air enters an encased engine enabling fuel to be burned, creating a
pressure that produces a tremendous amount of power.
When it comes to empowering people, Paul teaches us a
process that is similar to that of a jet engine. The three components are
people, the Word of God, and accountability. First, people must be welcomed
into your life, family, community. Once brought in close, Paul speaks of
entrusting or passing on the message of the gospel that has been given to you,
a message that is contained in the Word of God. Alongside of this Paul sets
expectations that provide a clear anticipation of accountability. Community with this type of focus produces an
empowerment for Kingdom impact unlike anything that we could craft ourselves.
Who have you welcomed into your life? Are you passing on the
message of the gospel to them? Is there meaningful, and grace-filled
accountability? Are you empowering these other believers to have significant
Kingdom impact for years to come? Whether you are or not, today find great hope
in being strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus. As you find that
strength, may you empower people to further the mission of the Church.
TWEETABLE QUOTE: Empowering people for Kingdom impact begins by welcoming
people into your life.
