Living on Purpose - Pt. 1 : Patient in Prayer
This week, Jake began a new mini-series, Living on Purpose, and today we discussed how before Jesus sent His followers into action, He commanded them to wait. After the resurrection, Jesus clarified their purpose: to be witnesses to all nations, but instead of giving a strategy, He promised power through the Holy Spirit and instructed them to stay, tarry, and abide in Jerusalem. This waiting was not passive; it was a posture of sitting, remaining, and abiding in God through devoted prayer. The disciples obeyed by gathering in unity and committing themselves to prayer and supplication, modeling how God’s direction, power, and peace come not from rushing into purpose but from patiently abiding with Him. Living on purpose, personally and as a church, begins with learning the posture of Jesus; sitting and abiding in prayer while waiting for God’s lead.
Living on Purpose - Pt. 2 : With One Accord
Living on purpose was never meant to be done alone. In Acts 1, Jesus called His followers to stay together and devote themselves to prayer while waiting for the promise of the Father. Their unity, with one accord, positioned them to receive power, direction, and boldness from the Holy Spirit. This kind of unity required intentional, Christ-centered relationships marked by humility, patience, forgiveness, and love. Prayer was central, as they continually sought God together through both devotion and supplication. As they remained united in relationship, prayer, and purpose, God empowered them to move forward and fulfill their calling as His witnesses.
