IMPACT Recap

Vision That Goes Viral

January 2, 2022 · 0:47:40

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Recap

Pastor Travis Hearn opened a new series called 'Viral' by focusing on discovering and pursuing God's vision for our lives. He emphasized that God has a specific, powerful dream for each person, and that true purpose and fulfillment come from aligning with that divine plan rather than our own. The sermon was built around five keys to developing a vision that spreads and impacts the kingdom. Pastor Travis began by urging everyone to ask God directly for His vision, explaining that a God-given dream is always bigger than we are and is focused on building God's kingdom. He warned against chasing personal dreams that only bring pleasure, instead encouraging dreams that bring both pleasure and eternal purpose. The second key was to ask for God's guidance in fulfilling the vision, as His plans require His provision and direction. The third key highlighted the importance of confiding in godly counsel, being selective about who we share our dreams with to avoid 'dream killers' and 'dream stealers.' Fourth, he taught the necessity of counting the cost, using Jesus's words in Luke to remind us that every God-sized dream requires sacrifice and preparation. Finally, Pastor Travis passionately called for stepping out in faith, arguing that miracles begin when we move out of our comfort zone. He concluded with an altar call, inviting those who had never taken the step of faith to surrender to Jesus to do so, and praying for everyone to receive a God-sized vision to become kingdom builders.

Main Points

  • Ask God for His vision for your life, which is bigger than you and focused on building His kingdom.
  • Count the cost of your God-given dream and be prepared to pay it to finish strong.
  • Step out in faith; miracles happen when you move out of your comfort zone and take the first step God shows you.

Verses Mentioned

  • Ephesians 5:17 - "Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 29:18 - "Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint; but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction." (NIV)
  • Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (NIV)
  • 1 Corinthians 2:9 - "However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived” — the things God has prepared for those who love him—" (NIV)
  • Acts 13:36 - "Now when David had served God’s purpose in his own generation, he fell asleep; he was buried with his ancestors and his body decayed." (NIV)
  • 1 Chronicles 4:10 - "Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted his request." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 16:9 - "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 28:26 - "Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe." (NIV)
  • Psalm 25:4-7 - "Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. Remember, Lord, your great mercy and love, for they are from of old. Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good." (NIV)
  • Proverbs 24:6 - "Surely you need guidance to wage war, and victory is won through many advisers." (NIV)
  • Luke 14:28-30 - "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you, saying, ‘This person began to build and wasn’t able to finish.’" (NIV)
  • Ecclesiastes 11:4 - "Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap." (NIV)
  • Psalm 119:105 - "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." (NIV)

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