The Master Builder - cont'd from "Looking Back on the Journey, of a building"

Continued from July 10th post... "What effect can a building have on the people moving in and out of it?  Before I begin to reflect on the pulse of this new space, I would first like to take you back to a time of prayer and faith sharing before a building was born.

September 14, 2009 - The Master Builder by Pastor Greg
"Though every house is built by someone, the builder of all things is God" - Hebrews 3:4

This is our theme verse for our capital campaign.  It is an exciting reminder of the three years of prayer, planning and discernment that has brought us to this milestone in God's mission at Grace.  The verse tells us two very important facts about our ministry and this capital campaign.

First, we have a hands-on role.  You and I are the faithful disciples who literally and physically do the work of God.  Each of us employs our experiences, skills and faith in doing God's ministry.   In our unique ways, we shoulder a portion of the work of God's ministry at Grace.  It is in generously sharing our time and resources that we will complete the projects before us.

Secondly, we are reminded that it is God who is at work in and through us.  We might be doing the physical labor in our many ministries, but it is God, through the power of his Holy Spirit dwelling within us, who directs all our work.

As we boldly launch forth to fulfill our congregational vision, I firmly believe that God is and has been at work in each disciple at Grace.  God has given us a common purpose, core values, mission, and goals.  God has brought forth gifted leaders at every step to accomplish His purpose for us.

God is calling you to share in building his kingdom here and now.  What are the blessings you have to generously share as you help build not only our buildings, but God's ministries at Grace?

PRAYER: Loving God, thank you for calling and gifting us to build and extend your kingdom.  Strengthen our faith and fill us with zeal as we offer ourselves and all that we have for your purposes.  Amen.