October 29, 2017 · Ephesians 3:20–21

Church Beyond Imagination

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

“Look at all the ways that adversity can be overcome. If a tree had feelings, I imagine — oh, I'm alone on this rock. What am I going to do? I'm in the middle of a building. And yet, God can build his church. Where does God want to take you in your life? Where does he want to take our church? What is he imagining for us? What can you do? Whatever our circumstances are, don't be discouraged. God can do more than you can imagine. God can do greater things, because his love surpasses your knowledge. Our vision, I believe, will never be too big. … If it's God's, go for it. Even Paul, I don't think, could imagine quite what God was going to do. He knew that God would bring all things under Jesus. But did he imagine that this entire earth, this entire planet, would have people gathering to worship Jesus Christ, Sunday — today? He wanted to go to Spain. (Romans 15:24, 28) He had his dream. I don't think he ever got there. He imagined Spain be a missionary base for the word of Jesus. God can do more than we can imagine. And that's why I believe that our purpose is to connect to his presence, get to know his will and his love. When we're feeling discouragement, it's to pray that prayer: Lord, strengthen my heart. Give me the power.”