Our Vision Nehemiah 2:17-18 Big Idea: Our contribution to God’s work is limited only by our vision

So I said to them, “You see the trouble we are in So I said to them, “You see the trouble we are in. Jerusalem lies in ruins and its gates have been burned. Come, let’s rebuild Jerusalem’s wall, so that we will no longer be a disgrace.”

I told them how the gracious hand of my God had been on me, and what the king had said to me. They said, “Let’s start rebuilding,” and their hands were strengthened to do this good work.

Romans 4:17 God... gives life to the dead and calls things into existence that do not exist.

Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision (revelation), the people perish.

1. The Definition of Vision

Open Revelation

Open Revelation Dream

Open Revelation Dream Mental Picture

Philippians 2:5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus

Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world: but be transformed by the renewing of your mind..

Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world: but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…

2. The Drive of Vision

3. The Diversity of Vision

Mission & Vision Statement First Baptist Church is a body of believers determined to do whatever it takes to answer God’s call to make disciples of all nations. Our intent is to raise up ever-growing followers of Jesus Christ, who, through authentic worship, selfless service, and bold proclamation, will bring the truth of the gospel first to our community but also to our state, our nation, and our world. Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:8, Matthew 13:45-46