Mission statements for life and church Summer 2018 Hebrews 10:24-25

Hebrews 10:24-25 (NIV) And let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another– and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Sermon Goals A mission statement for living effective lives To reveal how this verse provides: .. A mission statement for living effective lives AND A mission statement for church gatherings

What is A mission Statement? A mission statement is a concise explanation of an organization's reason for existence. It describes the organization's purpose and its overall intention.

What is the value of a mission Statement? A mission statement provides guidance and direction for every aspect of a business.

#2. Begin with the End in Mind The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People By Stephen R. Covey #2. Begin with the End in Mind

“I’ve set and met my career goals and I’m having tremendous professional success. But it has cost me my personal and family life. I don’t know my wife and children any more. I’m not even sure I know myself and what’s really important to me. I’ve had to ask myself –was it worth it?”

Two Realities of Life Purpose/Mission I create my own purpose OR I must live up to my given purpose

Westminster Shorter catechism (Date: 1646) Q. What is the chief end of man? A. Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever.

“Man’s chief end is to glorify God…” 1 Corinthians 10:31  (NIV) So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Matthew 5:16  (NIV)  In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

“Man’s chief end is to glorify God…” Revelation 5:13  (NIV) 13 Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: . “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!”

What is the value of a mission Statement? A mission statement provides guidance and direction for every aspect of a business.

Hebrews 10:24-25 (NIV) And let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another– and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Hebrews 10:12 Life Mission Statement: Spur others on towards love and good deeds.

Sermon Goals A mission statement for living effective lives To reveal how this verse provides: .. A mission statement for living effective lives AND A mission statement for church gatherings

Hebrews 10:24-25 (NIV) And let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another– and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Hebrews 10:13 Church Mission Statement: Meet together to encourage one another in our faith.

How to fail at living out the church mission statement Give up meeting together. . 2. Don’t encourage one another when we do meet.

Write on Your card: Things that encourage your faith in God when you meet with other believers. (and the group size for that experience) Your age

Summary Life Mission Statement: Spur others on towards love and good deeds. Church Mission Statement: Encourage one another in our faith.