Vision for ministry, is a clear mental image of a preferable future, imparted by God to his chosen servants, and is based upon a an accurate understanding of God, self, and circumstances

George Barna The power of vision

True vision is imparted by God, to his chosen people, to better enable them to know his mind and to do his will

George Barna The power of vision

Why is God given vision so important?

Gives us a sense of purpose

Proverbs 29:18

Inspires us to action- to serve God (Romans 1:16) - to serve others (Mark 10;43)

Challenges our own limitations

Luke 1:37

Enables change to take place more effectively

Nehemiah 2:18

Literally transforms us

Philippians 1:6

Glorifies God rather than us

Romans 11:36

Gods vision for His church

Matthew 28:16-20

Jesus, undeterred, went right ahead and gave his charge: God authorized and commanded me to commission you:

Matthew 28:16-20

Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.Matthew 28:16-20

Then instruct them in the practice of all I have commanded you. Ill be with you as you do this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age.

Matthew 28:16-20

Gods vision for His church

Matthew 28:16-20

We exist to help people to become fully committed and equipped disciples of Jesus Christ

What is a disciple?

A disciple is someone who is entirely devoted to learning and living for Jesus

Following Jesus secures our true identity

Following Jesus re-orientates our worship

Following Jesus draws us into a new kind of community

Following Jesus unites us with a common vision

We exist to help people to become fully committed and equipped disciples of Jesus Christ

A church that worships God every day of the week

A church that equips you to live for Jesus where you are

Encouraging everyone to get involved in a appropriate small group

Encouraging everyone to get involved in a local community group / activity

A commitment to personal spiritual growth (applying what we learn)

Individuals who joyfully share their resources for the good of the Kingdom

A deep commitment to building a lasting and life-changing community that follow Jesus

Hearts that are sensitive to sin and wounded when we offend God

Learning to share our faith in natural and unforced ways in everyday life

People who live differently from the norm because of their faith in Christ

Spontaneous demonstrations of compassion towards those who are in need

Complete submission to the Holy Spirit in both decision making and behaviour

Believers who take the initiative to use their gifts and skills for the benefit of others

A church that projects and lives up to its image of loving God, following Jesus and serving others

We exist to help people to become fully committed and equipped disciples of Jesus Christ

Living up to our calling

- story of the early church- heartbeat of God

Will you rely on God through the power of the Holy Spirit?

We will

Will you commit to personal spiritual growth?

We will

Will you recognise that we are in this together?

We do

*Crofton Baptist Church Vision Sunday