The Transformed Life: A Mission of Peace
Sermon Recap
On Sunday, we heard from guest speaker, Daniel Yang, National Director of Churches of Welcome World Relief, who spoke from John 20 about what it means to be sent as the Church.
Scripture Reading
John 20:19-23
See It
When Jesus Christ steps into a room full of fear and speaks peace, what does that reveal about how His kingdom actually advances?
What do you notice about how Jesus Christ immediately connects the giving of the Holy Spirit with sending His followers—what does this reveal about one the Spirit's roles in your life?
As Jesus Christ gives authority to forgive sins, how do you see forgiveness as the doorway to peace—not just personally, but for restoring broken people, relationships, and even cultures different then yours?
What was your one takeaway when Daniel Yang shared about how God was using the Great Displacement to further His kingdom of peace
Be It
Where is God asking you to move from fear to Spirit-empowered mission—stepping into uncomfortable or uncertain spaces to carry His peace and forgiveness?
Who do you need to forgive—or invite into forgiveness—so that peace can take root where conflict once lived?
How might God be using disruption, conflict, or even displacement in your life right now to position you as a carrier of the gospel—where the Great Commandment and the Great Commission meet in real, everyday moments?
How might your life be different this week to live from the reality that being on mission is not just about sending but about receiving and welcoming people?