This message was shared on 05/26/24 at First Christian Church in Wilmington, Illinois.

Pastor Ryan Leachman discusses the need to feel prepared in life. He emphasizes this preparedness must include readiness to spread the Gospel. Ryan focuses on the encounter between Peter, a Jewish apostle, and Cornelius, a Roman centurion, marking the Gospel's first inclusion of Gentiles. He highlights the cultural clash, with Cornelius representing gentile nations and Peter representing the Jewish nation. For Pastor Leachman, this chapter underscores the unifying power of the gospel to break cultural barriers. Delving deeper, Pastor Leachman examines the preparation needed to share the gospel. God, he argues, propels this readiness, just as He prepared Cornelius. Citing 1 Corinthians 3:6-7, the pastor posits that spreading the Gospel is a collaborative effort between humans and God, where God brings growth. In concluding remarks, Pastor Leachman urges congregation members to partner with God to spread the Gospel. Citing 2 Timothy 1:9-10, he reminds them of God's purpose and grace in salvation and their holy calling. The pastor calls for a prepared mind, a humble spirit, and a resolve to serve, stressing that the gospel is for everyone, irrespective of their worthiness.

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