Welcome to September 2024, Month of Renewal. Renewal is the process of making something new, fresh, or strong again.
‘Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” Jesus answered, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. ‘
John 3:3,5
In the Gospel according to Jesus Christ, He taught that the purpose of the Kingdom of God can both be seen and experienced. In John 3:3,5, Jesus taught, a Change in your perception helps you to see the purpose of the kingdom of God concerning your life and the action that you take after you have Realigned your perception with the Truth as God as created it, is Renewal.
Renewal provides you with an opportunity to grow in achieving your rediscovered purpose and passion in life. Without renewal, it is easy to become stuck in an endless routine and staying in your Comfort Zone, without real growth or new life experiences.
In the month of August, we spoke about Change. Changecan be the catalyst for Renewal. By recognizing the need for change, embracing it and learning from the past you can rediscover your purpose and passion.
There are three areas in the process of Renewal that we as a Church would focus on in this month: Repentance, Redemption and Restoration.
Repentance has to do with changing your mind about what you perceive, Redemption has to do with realigning your perception with the truth as God has created it, while Restoration has to do with the action that you take with the truth that you now know.
You are encouraged to take the time to reflect on and take steps to Renew, your life, family, career, relationship with people and your service to the Church.
You are Blessed and Highly Favored.