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Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Name: _____________ {Scripture} Genesis 17: 1-7 CEB 1 When Abram was 99 years old, the Lord appeared to Abram and said to him, “I am El Shaddai. Walk with me and be trustworthy. 2 I will make a covenant between us and I will give you many, many descendants.” 3 Abram fell on his face, and God said to him, 4 “But me, my covenant is with you; you will be the ancestor of many nations. 5 And because I have made you the ancestor of many nations, your name will no longer be Abram but Abraham. 6 I will make you very fertile. I will produce nations from you, and kings will come from you. 7 I will set up my covenant with you and your descendants after you in every generation as an enduring covenant. I will be your God and your descendants’ God after you. The significance of Abraham’s Name Change I. Spiritual Vs. 1 “The Lord appeared to Abram and said to him, “I am El Shaddai. Walk with me and be trustworthy.” · Personal relationship with God · El Shaddai – Lord God Almighty II. Emotional Vs. 2 “I will give you many, many descendants…” 99 and No Children · Why now? · Why should I believe You? · Why me? III. Personal Vs. 5 “And because I have made you the ancestor of many nations, your name will no longer be Abram but Abraham.” · He lived as Abram for 99 years… o A lot of experiences, relationships, conversations, and journeys… · For the rest of his life, he had to introduce himself as Abraham o Who is Abraham? o Who are you now? IV. Promise Vs. 6-7 6 I will make you very fertile. I will produce nations from you, and kings will come from you. 7 I will set up my covenant with you and your descendants after you in every generation as an enduring covenant. I will be your God and your descendants’ God after you. · I will make you fertile · I will produce nations from you · I will set up my covenant with you · I will be your God Closing Story: · Richard Allen – Founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

Pastor: Paul Thibodeaux Sermon Title: Who Are We? God’s Masterpiece! {Scripture} Ephesians 2: 4-10 (NLT) 4-5 However, God is rich in mercy. He brought us to life with Christ while we were dead as a result of those things that we did wrong. He did this because of the great love that he has for us. You are saved by God’s grace! 6 And God raised us up and seated us in the heavens with Christ Jesus. 7 God did this to show future generations the greatness of his grace by the goodness that God has shown us in Christ Jesus. 8 You are saved by God’s grace because of your faith.[a] This salvation is God’s gift. It’s not something you possessed. 9 It’s not something you did that you can be proud of. 10 Instead, we are God’s accomplishment, created in Christ Jesus to do good things. God planned for these good things to be the way that we live our lives. A masterpiece is a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship. Masterpiece because of God’s love Verse 4 & 5 4-5 However, God is rich in mercy. He brought us to life with Christ while we were dead as a result of those things that we did wrong. He did this because of the great love that he has for us. We are loved unconditionally We are loved in spite of ourselves We are simply loved Masterpiece because of our history Verse 7 God did this to show future generations the greatness of his grace by the goodness that God has shown us in Christ Jesus. Masterpiece because of our faith Not because of what we have Not because of what we do Because God created us to do GOOD thing Believe you are God’s masterpiece

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Knowing and Waiting Part I {Scripture} Isaiah 40: 30-31 NRSV 30 Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted; 31 but those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Fly • Like an eagle… • Flyover and away… • There are times when a flyover is necessary… Run • With perseverance… • Your race and not your lane… • It is difficult to wait and maintain hope when we are running in the wrong race… • Show an image side by side of a runner in a cross-country race and a runner in a sprint race. Walk • With a purpose… • Purpose and not speed… • Show image side by side: People walking in different directions and one person walking in a single direction.

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Knowing and Waiting Part I {Scripture} Isaiah 40: 28-29 CEB 28 Don’t you know? Haven’t you heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the creator of the ends of the earth. God doesn’t grow tired or weary. God’s understanding is beyond human reach, 29 giving power to the tired and reviving the exhausted. We Know God Is: Everlasting (Everlasting God) • The beginning and the end • God’s people struggled with connection • Stay connected in the middle Creating (Creator of the ends of the earth) • Beyond Genesis… • Isaiah 43: 18-19 18 Don’t remember the prior things; don’t ponder ancient history. 19 Look! I’m doing a new thing; now it sprouts up; don’t you recognize it? I’m making a way in the desert, paths in the wilderness. • Pondering and Wondering • God is developing your story Understanding (Beyond human reach) • God knows and God understands • You are not alone Renewing (Power to the tired and reviving the exhausted) • God will renew your strength • Congressman John Lewis "Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble."

Pastor: Orlando Evans Sermon Title: Sabbath & Solitude {Scripture} Matthew 14:23 NRSV 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone… {Introduction} “2 And on the 7th day God finished the work (the Lord) had done, and rested on the seventh day… 3 So God blessed the 7th day and hallowed it, because on it God rested… Genesis 2:2-3 NRSV God desires for us to take sabbath to rest, get refreshed, and be restored Key: Dismiss, Pray,  Alone {Point #1: Dismiss} Jesus dismissed everyone and created space to be alone Before the Lord takes you higher, you must create space by dismissing some things. {Point #2: Pray} The precursor to public ministry is private devotion and engaging with God. Lament and mourn. Listen to the Holy Spirit Rehearse God’s Word. {Point #3: Alone} v23 “When evening came, he was there alone…” Solitude offers peace, clarity, and a forum to clear our heart and mind. Greg McKeown (essentialism) encouraged us to escape to a place w/ no distraction to- "Figure out what really matters”- “Discern the essential from the trivial”“Encourage new ways of engaging and thinking”

Pastor: Paul Thibodeaux Sermon Title: Eliminate Scripture: Luke 10: 38 - 42 (CEB) 38 While Jesus and his disciples were traveling, Jesus entered a village where a woman named Martha welcomed him as a guest. 39 She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to his message. 40 By contrast, Martha was preoccupied with getting everything ready for their meal. So Martha came to him and said, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to prepare the table all by myself? Tell her to help me.” 41 The Lord answered, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things. 42 One thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the better part. It won’t be taken away from her Essential intent - Done right, an essential intent is one decision that settles one thousand later decisions Be “really clear” not “pretty clear” - Pretty clear is indecisive, unsure, wishy washy - Really clear is concrete and meaningful - Really cuts of the waste of time and brings focus - Martha appears to be “pretty clear” about who came to visit Be Decisive not Distracted - Problem with Martha is that she was distracted Martha is not “really clear” - How many times are not really clear when we get a visit from God Verse 41,42 41 The Lord answered, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things. 42 One thing is necessary. “Focus on the signal…not the noise!” Be able to Know when to say No We are tempted to measure our worth by how busy we are, our accomplishments, Jesus is concerned about us receiving his gracious presence in our lives, not what we do or how well we do it, but who we are in Christ Jesus. Know when to say no to what is pulling you away from what’s essential Know when to say no to the world’s standards

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Pivot: Delegate Scripture: Exodus 18: 17-23 CEB 17 Moses’ father-in-law said to him, “What you are doing isn’t good. 18 You will end up totally wearing yourself out, both you and these people who are with you. The work is too difficult for you. You can’t do it alone. 19 Now listen to me and let me give you some advice. And may God be with you! Your role should be to represent the people before God. You should bring their disputes before God yourself. 20 Explain the regulations and instructions to them. Let them know the way they are supposed to go and the things they are supposed to do. 21 But you should also look among all the people for capable persons who respect God. They should be trustworthy and not corrupt. Set these persons over the people as officers of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens. 22 Let them sit as judges for the people at all times. They should bring every major dispute to you, but they should decide all of the minor cases themselves. This will be much easier for you, and they will share your load. 23 If you do this and God directs you, then you will be able to endure. And all these people will be able to go back to their homes much happier.” Sermons Series Support Sources Essentialism by Greg McKeown (Show picture of the book) Coaching4Clergy.COM • Doing: Delegate, Eliminate, and Simplify • Being: Sabbath and Solitude • What are my limiting beliefs? Confrontation Vs. 17-18 17 Moses’ father-in-law [Jethro] said to him, “What you are doing isn’t good. 18 You will end up totally wearing yourself out, both you and these people who are with you. The work is too difficult for you. You can’t do it alone. • Truth Tellers • No Equity in the Deal o Vs. 27 “Then Moses said good-bye to his father-in-law, and Jethro went back to his own country.” Reality • Vs. 18 You will end up totally wearing yourself out, both you and these people who are with you. The work is too difficult for you. You can’t do it alone. • Who is helping carry the weight? Strategy • Vs. 19-21 “19 Now listen to me and let me give you some advice. And may God be with you! Your role should be to represent the people before God. You should bring their disputes before God yourself. 20 Explain the regulations and instructions to them. Let them know the way they are supposed to go and the things they are supposed to do. 21 But you should also look among all the people for capable persons who respect God. They should be trustworthy and not corrupt. Set these persons over the people as officers of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens.” Delegate • “Is this the very most important thing I should be doing with my time and resources right now?” • Four Questions to Consider: o Do you have a team? o Who is on your team? o What are their assignments? o What am I doing that someone else can do better and faster? • Vs. 22-23 “22 Let them sit as judges for the people at all times. They should bring every major dispute to you, but they should decide all of the minor cases themselves. This will be much easier for you, and they will share your load. 23 If you do this and God directs you, then you will be able to endure. And all these people will be able to go back to their homes much happier.” Impact Church’s 4 Focus Areas in 2021 Worship Imprint Groups Impact Gives Back Phase 2A

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Pivot Pray Persist Scriptures: Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” 2 Timothy 2:3 “…endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.” John 15:13 “No one has greater love than to give up one’s life for one’s friends.” Our Nation's Capital Black Lives True Freedom Be Brave, Fight, Choose Joy

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: The Year 2021 Scripture: Luke 2:22 CEB 22 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Therefore, I say to you, don’t worry about your life…" Don’t Worry · Luke 12:25 “Who among you by worrying can add a single moment to your life?” · We are more valuable to God than lilies in the field and God cares for them so God will care for us. · Worrying is not about God’s ability to care for us but our ability to trust in God. Don’t Fear · Luke 12:32 “Don’t be afraid, little flock, because your Father delights in giving you the kingdom.” · All fear is not bad but fearing the future because of the past is not faith but doubt. · Don’t let 2020 hinder your dreams, plans, and goals for 2021. Stay Positive · Luke 12:34 “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be too.” · Attitude and Trust are Connected. Stay Curious · In these unsettling times, don’t lose your love for life and dare yourself to live boldly in the new year. · “Choosing to be curious is choosing to be vulnerable because it requires us to surrender to uncertainty. It wasn’t always a choice; we were born curious. But over time, we learn that curiosity, like vulnerability, can lead to hurt. As a result, we turn to self-protecting—choosing certainty over curiosity, armor over vulnerability, and knowing over learning…Curiosity is an act of vulnerability and courage.” Source: Brene Brown, Rising Strong

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Share Christ Scripture: Luke 2:14 CEB Glory to God in heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors. Christmas is not an ordinary season God is reminding us of hope. Our hope is not in the world but in Christ. The Greatest Gifts · Our Joy · Our Peace · Our Savior Share Your Gifts with the World The Shepherds shared the gift of Christ. Luke 2:20 “The shepherds returned home, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen…” This Christmas Season, share Christ with the world.

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Emmanuel Scripture: Matthew 1:23 CEB Look! A virgin will become pregnant and give birth to a son, and they will call him, Emmanuel. (Emmanuel means “God with us.”) Introduction: · Matthew 1:23, “Look! A virgin will become pregnant and give birth to a son, and they will call him, Emmanuel.” (Emmanuel means “God with us.”) · Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are struggling hard and carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest.” · Matthew 28:20 “Look, I myself will be with you every day until the end of this present age” What’s going on in our world? Mother, mother There's too many of you crying Brother, brother, brother There's far too many of you dying You know we've got to find a way To bring some lovin' here today Father, father We don't need to escalate You see, war is not the answer For only love can conquer hate You know we've got to find a way To bring some lovin' here today Community Country Globe What’s going on in our lives? We often mimic the world and don’t always reflect the hope of Christ. Challenge to believe and live by faith. Emmanuel is Hope God is present in all aspects of our experiences God is calling us to be Emmanuel Disciples and Emmanuel Churches

Pastor: Paul Thibodeaux Sermon Title: New Life in Christ Scripture: Luke 2-8-11 8 Nearby shepherds were living in the fields, guarding their sheep at night. 9 The Lord’s angel stood before them, the Lord’s glory shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 The angel said, “Don’t be afraid! Look! I bring good news to you—wonderful, joyous news for all people. 11 Your savior is born today in David’s city. He is Christ the Lord Celebrate the News Savor the moment when you experience God’s goodness Believing that God will come through Be prepared when the good news comes Celebrate your Faith Choose to “look” with your faith and not your sight Choose to “look” to God without looking at circumstances Make an effort to trust God with every moment Celebrate God Remember God’s mighty acts, the good news of the coming of Jesus. Celebrate salvation Celebrate new life in Christ Jesus Prayer: Dear God, help me to be open and present to your glory and all that you want to announce in my life. At times I feel unworthy and wonder why you choose me, but I am grateful, and I surrender to your call and favor for my life. At times I feel like all I get is bad news, help me to look to the good news that Christ gives me. Good news of healing for my pain. Good news of recovery from my suffering. Good news of being able to handle the bad news. Let me be filled with joy as I look to the future and overcome the fear of what you have in store for me. Amen!

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Heaven on Earth Scripture: Isaiah 9:6 NIV For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. I. Worth the wait The fulfilling of the prophecy was worth the wait. Even if your expectations were different. II. Now that you know What does it mean to have a Wonderful Counselor? What does it mean to have a Prince of Peace? III. A Great Moment The work of the Holy Spirit in this moment makes it spectacular. A Savior who can identify with the pain and suffering of our world and our human experiences.

Pastor: Orlando Evans Sermon Title: Unveil Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-19 (CEB) 17 I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, will give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation that makes God known to you. 18 I pray that the eyes of your heart will have enough light to see what is the hope of God’s call, what is the richness of God’s glorious inheritance among believers,19 and what is the overwhelming greatness of God’s power that is working among us believers. This power is conferred by the energy of God’s powerful strength. {Introduction} "As God Draws Us Closer for a Deeper Relationship, the Lover of our Soul unveils Wisdom & Revelation, Hope, and Power. {Transition} "While 2020 is the Year of Vision, it's NOT from the Perspective that we Expected" "It's Less of Looking into Our Future, and More of Accurately Perceiving our Present" {KEY POINT #1} Wisdom & Revelation (vs. 17): I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, will give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation that makes God known to you. {separate slide} Revelation through Relationship Surface Relationship vs Substance Relationship Maintain Genuine and Consistent Connection {Key Point #2} See the Hope v18: I pray that the eyes of your heart will have enough light to see what is the hope of God’s call, what is the richness of God’s glorious inheritance among believers… Look Beyond Today's Trials and Celebrate Tomorrow's Triumphs Inner Illumination {Key Point #3} Power Conferred v19: …what is the overwhelming greatness of God’s power that is working among us believers. This power is conferred by the energy of God’s powerful strength.” Speak things into Existence LoveCraft Country Logo Name Yourself

Pastor: Paul Thibodeaux Sermon Title: “A Crazy Weekend” - Day 2 Scripture: 2 Kings 3:21-25 (AMP-Amplified Bible) 21 Now all the Moabites heard that the [three] kings had come up to fight against them, and all [a]who were able to put on armor, as well as those who were older, were summoned and stood [together in battle formation] at the border. 22 When they got up early the next morning, the sun shone on the water, and the Moabites saw the water across from them as red as blood. 23 And they said, “This is blood! Clearly the kings have fought together, and have killed one another. Now then, Moab, to the spoil [and the plunder of the dead soldiers]!” 24 But when they came to the camp of Israel, the Israelites rose up and struck the Moabites, so that they fled before them; and they went forward into the land, killing the Moabites [as they went]. 25 They destroyed the [walls of the] cities, and each man threw a stone on every piece of good land, covering it [with stones]. And they stopped up all the springs of water and cut down all the good trees, until they left nothing in Kir-hareseth [Moab’s capital city] but its stones. Then the [stone] slingers surrounded the city and destroyed it. Crazy – Extremely enthusiastic Hope – a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen Crazy Hope – Extreme enthusiastic expectation for something to happen Hope is in the process You will do the work if you are expecting something to happen in the process Hope is in God’s work You have no idea how crazy God’s work will be Hope is in reality When it finally happens, our crazy hope is confirmed and we encouraged to keep up the crazy hope. Hope – “the final refusal to give up” - Dr. Martin Luther King

Pastor: Paul Thibodeaux Sermon Title: “A Crazy Weekend” Scripture: 2 Kings 3:9-20 (AMP-Amplified Bible) 9 So the king of Israel went with the king of Judah and the king of Edom. They made a circuit of seven days’ journey, but there was no water for the army or for the cattle that followed them. 10 Then the king of Israel said, “We are doomed, for the Lord has called these three kings to be handed over to Moab.” 11 But Jehoshaphat said, “Is there no prophet of the Lord here from whom we may inquire of the Lord?” One of the servants of the king of Israel answered, “Elisha the son of Shaphat is here, who [c]used to pour water over Elijah’s hands.” 12 Jehoshaphat said, “The word of the Lord is with him.” So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom went down to Elisha. 13 Now Elisha said to the king of Israel, “What business do you have with me? Go to the prophets of your [wicked] father [Ahab] and to the prophets of your [pagan] mother [Jezebel].” But the king of Israel said to him, “No, for the Lord has called these three kings together to be handed over to Moab.” 14 Elisha said, “As the Lord of hosts (armies) lives, before whom I stand, were it not that I have regard for Jehoshaphat king of Judah, I would not look at you nor see you [king of Israel]. 15 But now bring me a musician.” And it came about while the musician played, that the hand (power) of the Lord came upon Elisha. 16 He said, “Thus says the Lord, ‘Make this valley (the Arabah) full of trenches.’ 17 For thus says the Lord, ‘You will not see wind or rain, yet that valley will be filled with water, so you and your cattle and your other animals may drink. 18 This is but a simple thing in the sight of the Lord; He will also hand over the Moabites to you. 19 You shall strike every fortified city and every choice (principal) city, and cut down every good tree and stop up all sources of water, and ruin every good piece of land with stones.’” 20 It happened in the morning, when the sacrifice was offered, that suddenly water came [miraculously] from the area of Edom, and the country was filled with water. Crazy – Extremely enthusiastic Faith – complete trust or confidence in God Crazy Faith – Extreme trust and confidence in God 1. PERSISTENCE 2. PRAISE 3. PREPARATION 4. PATIENCE

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Homecoming Scripture: Joshua 4:19-23a CEB 19 The people came up out of the Jordan on the tenth day of the first month. They camped at Gilgal on the east border of Jericho. 20 Joshua set up at Gilgal those twelve stones they had taken from the Jordan. 21 He said to the Israelites, “In the future your children will ask their parents, ‘What about these stones?’ 22 Then you will let your children know: ‘Israel crossed over the Jordan here on dry ground.’ 23 This was because the LORD your God dried up the water of the Jordan before you until you crossed over. Living Vs. 19 “The people came up out of the Jordan on the tenth day of the first month. They camped at Gilgal on the east border of Jericho.” • Living is a journey… “The people came up out of the Jordan” Learning Deuteronomy 8:3 NRSV • God humbled you by letting you hunger, then by feeding you with manna, with which neither you nor your ancestors were acquainted, in order to make you understand that one does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord. • What have you learned through your living? Legacy Legacy is what we leave… • Vs. 20-22 “20 Joshua set up at Gilgal those twelve stones they had taken from the Jordan. 21 He said to the Israelites, “In the future your children will ask their parents, ‘What about these stones?’ 22 Then you will let your children know: ‘Israel crossed over the Jordan here on dry ground.’” Legacy is what we are given… • Vs. 23 “This was because the Lord your God dried up the water of the Jordan before you until you crossed over.”

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Shift Scripture: Genesis 13: 14-18 CEB 14 After Lot separated from him, the Lord said to Abram, “From the place where you are standing, look up and gaze to the north, south, east, and west, 15 because all the land that you see I give you and your descendants forever. 16 I will make your descendants like the dust of the earth. If someone could count the bits of dust on the earth, then they could also count your descendants. 17 Stand up and walk around through the length and breadth of the land because I am giving it to you.” 18 So Abram packed his tent and went and settled by the oaks of Mamre in Hebron. There he built an altar to the Lord. Separation • Vs. 14 “After Lot separated from him...” • Strategic Separation • People – Places – Processes Confirmation • Vs. 14-17 “14 After Lot separated from him, the Lord said to Abram, “From the place where you are standing, look up and gaze to the north, south, east, and west, 15 because all the land that you see I give you and your descendants forever. 16 I will make your descendants like the dust of the earth. If someone could count the bits of dust on the earth, then they could also count your descendants. 17 Stand up and walk around through the length and breadth of the land because I am giving it to you.” • Can God trust you with vision and purpose? Salutation Vs. 18 “So Abram packed his tent and went and settled by the oaks of Mamre in Hebron. There he built an altar to the Lord.” • Salutation: “A gesture or utterance made as a greeting or acknowledgment of another's arrival or departure.” • “Thank You and Goodbye” Shift Blessing: • Genesis 14: Abraham blessed by Melchizedek / Demonstrates Tithing • Genesis 15: God Made a Covenant with Abraham • Genesis 16: Abraham Lost Faith in God’s Plan • Genesis 17: God Changed Abraham’s Name (Abram: Exalted Father / Abraham: Father of a Multitude of Peoples)

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Resources Scripture: II Kings 4: 2-4 CEB 2 Elisha said to her, “What can I do for you? Tell me what you still have left in the house.” She said, “Your servant has nothing at all in the house except a small jar of oil.” 3 He said, “Go out and borrow containers from all your neighbors. Get as many empty containers as possible. 4 Then go in and close the door behind you and your sons. Pour oil into all those containers. Set each one aside when it’s full.” Question + Answer = Miracle (Don’t show in text only, graphically illustrate) Question Vs. 2 “Elisha said to her, “What can I do for you? Tell me what you still have left in the house.” • What can I do for you? Answer Vs. 2 She said, “Your servant has nothing at all in the house except a small jar of oil.” • “Nothing at all…” • Deficit Answer Miracle Vs. 3-4 “He said, “Go out and borrow containers from all your neighbors. Get as many empty containers as possible. Then go in and close the door behind you and your sons. Pour oil into all those containers. Set each one aside when it’s full.” • In the house • In the community Vs. 6-7 When she had filled the containers, she said to her son, “Bring me another container.” He said to her, “There aren’t any more.” Then the oil stopped flowing, and she reported this to the man of God. He said, “Go! Sell the oil and pay your debts. You and your sons can live on what remains.”

Pastor: Olu Brown Sermon Title: Vision Scripture: Habakkuk 2: 2-3 CEB 2 Write a vision, and make it plain upon a tablet so that a runner can read it. 3 There is still a vision for the appointed time; it testifies to the end; it does not deceive. If it delays, wait for it; for it is surely coming; it will not be late. Ground Level Vision o Write it… o Make it plain… o Appoint it… Planting a seed in the ground… Grow Acts 18: 9-11 CEB 9 One night the Lord said to Paul in a vision, “Don’t be afraid. Continue speaking. Don’t be silent. 10 I’m with you and no one who attacks you will harm you, for I have many people in this city.” 11 So he stayed there for eighteen months, teaching God’s word among them. Growing into God’s vision for your life isn’t easy… Managing the liminal moments… Liminal “…occupying a position at, or on both sides of, a boundary or threshold.” Seed budding out of the ground Glow Proverbs 29:18a KJV Where there is no vision, the people perish… Your glow is not about you but about giving God the glory… God is using you and your vision to Impact the world… Field of flowers with one or group of flowers that stands out.