Trailblazers – Walking the Path of Commitment
In our Trailblazers series, we’re exploring what it means to go “all in” for Jesus and His mission. Just like trailblazers forge paths for others, we’re called to commit fully to following Christ, serving others, and building His Kingdom. This series serves as the foundation for our membership class, and we’d love for all our regular attenders to join us each week as we take this important journey together. Let’s walk the path of faith, purpose, and commitment as a church family!
Day 1: God’s Transformative Power Knows No Bounds
The story of Paul’s conversion from a persecutor of Christians to a devoted apostle is a powerful testament to the limitless reach of God’s transformative grace. Paul’s encounter with Christ on the road to Damascus serves as a reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God’s love and power. This transformation challenges us to reconsider how we view those we might consider enemies or beyond redemption. If God can change the heart of someone like Paul, He can change anyone. This calls us to view others through the lens of God’s grace, rather than their past actions, and to trust in His ability to bring about profound change in their lives.
Acts 9:17-18 (ESV): “So Ananias departed and entered the house. And laying his hands on him he said, ‘Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus who appeared to you on the road by which you came has sent me so that you may regain your sight and be filled with the Holy Spirit.’ And immediately something like scales fell from his eyes, and he regained his sight. Then he rose and was baptized.”
Reflection: Who in your life have you considered beyond change? How can you begin to see them through the lens of God’s transformative grace today?