Doing the Works of God

10 June 2012

1. Introduction

· Eph.2:10

· God has prepared works for you to do – an assignment for you.

· God’s assignment is personal and connected to your gifts, passions and background.

· It is our responsibility to discover and fulfil the assignment God has for us.

· What you are called to do is connected to:

(i) Written Word of God    (ii) Passions and Gifts   (iii) Direction of Holy Spirit

2. The Example of Jesus

(a) He was aware of His assignment while still young.

Luke 2:49

(b) He was totally committed to His assignment.

John 4:34

(c) He could clearly articulate His assignment.

Luke 4:18

(d) He fully completed His assignment.

John 17:3

(e) He intended to continue His assignment through His followers.

John 14:10-17

3. What Does God call us to do?

(a) Generosity to the Poor                          (Reveal the nature of God)

1 Timothy 6:18

Acts 9:36

(b) Intentional Acts of Kindness                 (Make your community a mission field)

Gal 6:10

(i) To church – God’s family

(ii) To unsaved – God’s potential family

(c) Minister the Power of God to others   (Bring heaven to earth)

1 Cor. 12:7

(d) Serve with initiative and diligence        (Make your work a place of calling)

1 Cor. 7:20

Col. 3:23

(e) Make disciples of Christ

Matthew 28:18

(f) Make your home a Centre of Ministry

Col. 4:15