Today, we gathered to reflect on what it truly means to be God’s masterpiece. We began by celebrating the ways God is moving among us—through the recent Fields of Faith event, where many students made decisions for Christ, and through the baptisms happening today. These are living reminders that God is still in the business of transforming lives.We explored the idea of a masterpiece, not just in the context of art or music, but as a metaphor for our own lives. Just as a great work of art is crafted with intention, care, and purpose, so too are we—each of us uniquely shaped by God. The Apostle Paul, writing to the Ephesians, used the word “poema” to describe us: God’s workmanship, His handiwork, His masterpiece. This is not a title we earn, but an identity we receive through Christ.But before we can appreciate the beauty of this truth, we must first understand the depth of our need. Paul doesn’t start by telling us we’re masterpieces; he begins by reminding us of our former condition—spiritually dead, trapped in sin, and under God’s just wrath. This is not easy to hear, but it’s essential. We were not just in need of a little help; we were utterly helpless, unable to save ourselves. Only when we grasp the seriousness of our separation from God can we begin to comprehend the magnitude of His grace.Then comes the turning point: “But God.” In His rich mercy and great love, God intervened. He made us alive with Christ, not because of anything we did, but purely by His grace. Salvation is a gift, not a reward for good behavior. Our good works do not earn us God’s favor; rather, they flow out of the new life He has given us. We are saved by grace, through faith, for good works that God prepared in advance for us to do.This truth is meant to reawaken our gratitude, reignite our love for God, and ground us in our identity. Whether you are exploring faith for the first time, feeling spiritually dry, or walking closely with Jesus, the invitation is the same: receive God’s grace, remember who you are in Christ, and live out your purpose as His masterpiece.Youtube Chapters[00:00 ] - Welcome[01:00 ] - Holy Land Trip Invitation[02:28 ] - Fields of Faith Celebration[05:29 ] - What Is a Masterpiece?[07:18 ] - Art, Identity, and Transformation[09:31 ] - Ephesians 2: Context and Background[12:57 ] - The Culture of Ephesus and Paul’s Message[14:22 ] - You Are Not an Accident[16:06 ] - Why We Need to Revisit the Gospel[18:35 ] - The Bad News: Our Condition Before Christ[27:15 ] - Dead, Trapped, and in Trouble[36:38 ] - Understanding God’s Wrath[42:35 ] - The Depths of Grace: Amazing Grace[47:40 ] - The Turning Point: But God[52:37 ] - Salvation by Grace Through Faith[57:09 ] - Living as God’s Masterpiece[58:05 ] - Testimony: Kristina’s Story[64:21 ] - Closing Reflections and Prayer