The War For Worship

“Our mission is not preserving our grandparents’ church. Our mission is becoming the church that God can use to reach our grandchildren.”

Mark Gorveatte

Significance of The Sacred

Minding Your MIndfulness

Practicing the Presence

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Sermon Outline: Title: Reaching Beyond Ourselves: A Church for Generations Theme: Embracing a mission-minded focus that extends beyond maintaining the status quo and actively seeks to impact future generations with the Gospel. Text: Matthew 28:18-20: "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I1 am with you always, to the very end of the2 age." Proverbs 22:6: "Start children off on the right path, and even when they are old they will not turn from it." Ecclesiastes 3:1: "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens."3I. Introduction Quote: "Our mission is not preserving our grandparents’ church. Our mission is becoming the church that God can use to reach our grandchildren." - Mark Gorveatte Briefly explain the quote's significance.Shift from inward-focused preservation to outward-focused impact. Emphasize intergenerational responsibility. Transition: To understand this mission, we must examine...II. The Significance of The Sacred Define "sacred": Not just holy places or objects, but also people, relationships, and time. Discuss:Our responsibility to preserve and pass on sacred traditions and values. Recognizing the sacredness of each individual and their unique spiritual journey. Understanding the sacredness of time and its fleeting nature. Application: How can we better recognize and honor the sacred within our church community?III. Minding Your Mindfulness Explain mindfulness: Paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally. Discuss:Cultivating a mindful awareness of God's presence in our lives. The importance of intentional prayer and spiritual disciplines. How mindfulness can help us connect with God and others more deeply. Application: How can we cultivate greater mindfulness within our church community?IV. Practicing the Presence Explore the concept of God's abiding presence:John 14:16-18: "And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot4 accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in5 you." Discuss:How to experience God's presence in daily life. The importance of sharing our faith stories and testimonies. Creating a church culture that fosters a sense of God's presence. Application: How can we more effectively practice the presence of God in our lives and within our church community?V. Conclusion Revisit the quote: "Our mission is not preserving our grandparents’ church. Our mission is becoming the church that God can use to reach our grandchildren." Challenge the congregation:To embrace a mission-minded focus that extends beyond their own generation. To actively engage in discipleship that equips the next generation. To create a church culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and relevant to all ages. Closing Prayer: A prayer of dedication to God's mission and a request for the Holy Spirit to empower the congregation to reach future generations.Note: This outline provides a framework. You can adapt it to fit your specific congregation's needs and the nuances of the biblical texts you choose to focus on. Disclaimer: This outline is intended for use by qualified clergy and should be adapted and enriched with theological depth and personal reflection. I hope this outline is helpful! https://g.co/gemini/share/bc67283569f3