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Sent to Make a Difference | Bev Murrill

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What if church was never meant to be a place you go, but a people you're called to become? In this message, Bev Murrill explores God's vision for the Church through Ephesians 3, reminding us that following Jesus is about far more than getting to heaven. We are invited into God's mission, becoming people who reflect His love, grace, mercy, and hope wherever we go. Drawing on the example of Jesus and the unfolding story of the early Church, Bev challenges us to see ourselves as part of something much bigger. God's Church isn't standing still. It's moving into communities, workplaces, neighbourhoods, and everyday conversations, carrying His presence to a world longing for hope. This message is both encouraging and challenging. It reminds us that every act of kindness, every conversation, and every moment of compassion has the potential to reveal God's heart to someone else. Take a moment to listen, reflect, and discover what it means to live as someone who is sent, not just saved.

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Portada del episodio Sent to Make a Difference | Bev Murrill

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What if church was never meant to be a place you go, but a people you're called to become? In this message, Bev Murrill explores God's vision for the Church through Ephesians 3, reminding us that following Jesus is about far more than getting to heaven. We are invited into God's mission, becoming people who reflect His love, grace, mercy, and hope wherever we go. Drawing on the example of Jesus and the unfolding story of the early Church, Bev challenges us to see ourselves as part of something much bigger. God's Church isn't standing still. It's moving into communities, workplaces, neighbourhoods, and everyday conversations, carrying His presence to a world longing for hope. This message is both encouraging and challenging. It reminds us that every act of kindness, every conversation, and every moment of compassion has the potential to reveal God's heart to someone else. Take a moment to listen, reflect, and discover what it means to live as someone who is sent, not just saved.

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