Bright City Future Church | Jess Connolly | Activate your gifts
May 15, 2025
Discover how personal stories of motherhood highlight changing expectations for gifts, paralleling life’s adventures. Explore the importance of actively engaging in the church community and embracing your unique gifts for collective growth. Learn about a transformative journey from despair to hope, inspired by God's grace. Delve into the significance of identity and leadership in community restoration, encouraging active roles in the church's future. Finally, engage with a quiz to uncover your spiritual gifts and contribute to community transformation.
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Jess's Challenging Sailing Story
- Jess Connolly shares a humorous sailing lesson story revealing her initial fear and clumsiness.
- She learned valuable lessons about adventure and stepping into the unknown despite discomfort.
Abundance Lives in Adventure
- Most abundance and freedom in life come from adventure, not comfort or consumption.
- Activating your gifts in participation leads to true excitement and fulfillment.
Activate Gifts Within the Church
- Avoid being just consumers or critics in church; activate your gifts for true engagement.
- Don't seek purpose only outside the church as it can lead to burnout and striving without grace.