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A message shared by Pastor Nicholas Tsakis at Empower Christian Church, Sunday 2 May, 2010:
Christ is our greatest mentor and example, who will never let us down.
When we think of people who have had a significant life, we can use a range of measures that the world’s wisdom might apply. Success might be one way to measure impact and significance. But is that really a measure of a fulfilling life?
In Psalm 1, we read how God's measure is different. The Psalm talks about blessing, which is for those who are on God's side. In fact, blessing is actually a by-product of a commitment to a life that is right. The relationship with Jesus, however, is what will give us citizenship in God's Kingdom.
Against the grain
Key words in Psalm 1 are to walk, stand and sit. In walking, standing and sitting as a Christian, a blessed person differs from the world, not fitting in with what the world considers normal. A significant life, therefore, goes against the grain. A blessed man delights in God. His thoughts are on the Lord. Verse 3 talks about achievement and prospering. He is also blessed in what he avoids.
Walking, standing and sitting in a blessed life involve very practical actions. But they are actions that are filled with purpose.
Above all, we should live and lead a meaningful life. That's what's so important - providing us with true purpose.
In such a life, we can assume providence - protective care of God. See also Ephesians 1:4 to see how we are chosen and gifted.
Importantly, leading a significant life demands diligence. And we can lead this walk together, supporting each other.
Above all, what is significance and how do we get it? Stay tuned for more as we focus on significance during May.
Christ is our greatest mentor and example, who will never let us down.
When we think of people who have had a significant life, we can use a range of measures that the world’s wisdom might apply. Success might be one way to measure impact and significance. But is that really a measure of a fulfilling life?
In Psalm 1, we read how God's measure is different. The Psalm talks about blessing, which is for those who are on God's side. In fact, blessing is actually a by-product of a commitment to a life that is right. The relationship with Jesus, however, is what will give us citizenship in God's Kingdom.
Against the grain
Key words in Psalm 1 are to walk, stand and sit. In walking, standing and sitting as a Christian, a blessed person differs from the world, not fitting in with what the world considers normal. A significant life, therefore, goes against the grain. A blessed man delights in God. His thoughts are on the Lord. Verse 3 talks about achievement and prospering. He is also blessed in what he avoids.
Walking, standing and sitting in a blessed life involve very practical actions. But they are actions that are filled with purpose.
Above all, we should live and lead a meaningful life. That's what's so important - providing us with true purpose.
In such a life, we can assume providence - protective care of God. See also Ephesians 1:4 to see how we are chosen and gifted.
Importantly, leading a significant life demands diligence. And we can lead this walk together, supporting each other.
Above all, what is significance and how do we get it? Stay tuned for more as we focus on significance during May.
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