Throughout human history, God’s agenda has been all about saturating creation with His goodness. Ephesians 1 describes Jesus in a way that affirms this ultimate authority and filling power in mutual participation with His church. But isn’t it interesting how we sometimes feel like we can out-originate or out-vision God in our own human cunningness? In this message, T.D. Davis (co-lead pastor) challenges us to take the pressure of good works and service off of our shoulders and onto the One who is capable and already at work.
Jesus Is Really Capable & He’s Already At Work
May 21, 2023 • T.D. Davis
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