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What if you were never meant to stand on the sidelines of faith? We explore how Ephesians 2 moves us from “dead in trespasses” to “seated with Christ,” and why that new position redefines everyday life—from the way we pray to the way we meet need in our neighborhoods.
We walk through the crowd scenes of Luke 8, where a desperate leader begs for his daughter and a courageous woman reaches for healing. Those stories pose a sharp question: are we spectators or participants? If Jesus is the head and we are His body, then His compassion, courage, and authority are meant to flow through our lives. Together we connect Paul’s theology of grace to the practical work of ministry—caring for the sick, lifting the weary, and proclaiming hope. Humility becomes our mindset, service our posture, and love our strategy.
You’ll hear a clear call to move from admiration to imitation. We talk about what it looks like to carry the mission of Luke 4 into modern streets and living rooms, and how Mark 16 challenges passive belief with active trust. Expect a mix of Scripture, plain language, and real-world application designed to help you step out of the crowd and into your calling. Christ will return, but until then the Body moves—through your hands, words, and presence.
If this message sparks you to act, share it with a friend, subscribe for more Monday episodes, and leave a review so others can find the show. Then tell us: where are you choosing to stand in the crowd today?
"The Flowers You Are Picking Today Come From the Seeds You Planted Yesterday. Don't Like Your Boquet Of Flowers? Then Change the Seeds You Are Planting Today." Chaplain Terry
Chapters
1. Seated With Christ, Standing For Others (00:00:00)
2. Setting The Focus (00:00:09)
3. Grace And New Life In Christ (00:00:28)
4. Who Are You In The Crowd (00:03:36)
5. Seated With Christ, Serving Now (00:04:55)
6. The Call To Do Jesus’ Works (00:06:03)
7. Personal Commitment And Blessing (00:07:22)
8. Ministry Updates And Invitation (00:07:56)
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