Sunday 1-4-26 with Pastor Mike

This powerful message challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to serve God by examining our availability rather than our ability. Drawing from Isaiah 6:8 where the prophet responds 'Here am I, send me,' we're reminded that God isn't asking who is smartest or most talented—He's simply asking who will make themselves available. The message unpacks a profound truth: we cannot receive God's call if our spiritual phone is turned off. Through the lens of Luke 22, we discover that Jesus redefined greatness not as being served, but as serving others. What's particularly striking is the revelation that we are 'earthen vessels'—cracked, imperfect jars of clay containing divine treasures like God's love, mercy, kindness, and power. When we make ourselves available to serve others, we're not just helping them; we're allowing God's presence to flow through us into their lives. The challenge isn't about creating spectacular moments, but about being willing to be interrupted—recognizing that people aren't interruptions to our plans, but divine assignments. This message calls us to remove the 'do not disturb' sign from our hearts and embrace the truth that a day spent without serving others may be a day not fully lived in God's purpose.