Episode 26 - Join the Mission: Identity Before Activity in Everyday Life
Description
This week David sits down with Freddy Williams, returning guest Michele Williams, and Tara Comstock to explore a simple but seismic shift: before we do for God, we receive who we are in God and then we join what He’s already doing in our everyday places. They unpack “identity before activity,” including the counter-cultural move from consume and produce to receive and rest that frees us from performative Christianity.
You’ll hear how the Spirit (the Paraclete, the One who comes alongside) is already at work in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools and why our call isn’t to be Jesus for people but to join Jesus and be good news right where we are.
Michele shares what it looks like to restore dignity and name the imago Dei in hard places like prisons, while Tara reflects on decades behind the salon chair, practicing presence, listening well, and honoring image-bearers in everyday conversations.
Practically, the team talks about serving (not saving), the freedom of ordinary faithfulness, and a grounding prayer you can carry into tough meetings, parenting moments, and neighborhood life: “God, help me see what You see and feel what You feel.”
If you’ve ever wondered how “mission” fits your actual Tuesday, this conversation will help you live your gospel identity with purpose no platform required.
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