What Can I Do?

Introduction:

It’s been said that these are “times of insignificance.” The sense of “personal importance” has seriously eroded in today’s society. We can be overwhelmed by a sense of personal insignificance. Ever feel that you are just an expendable commodity? If you weren’t around – no one would miss you? Have you ever felt used, violated, or just taken for granted? Maybe like a small voice in a noisy room? Within the local congregation – there are no insignificant or unimportant members! Eph. 4:14-16

How can we overcome our doubts and the nagging thought that “I’m unimportant.”?

I.  Remember that you are always an example before others.

A.    No matter our age we must lead lives that glorify Jesus Christ.

1.    Think of example of older, more mature Christians:

a)    Pro. 16:31 - Years of wisdom, experience, and faith speak loudly!

b)    Never forget that there are younger ones looking up to you!

2.    Younger Christians: don’t forget your example!

3.    Those in the middle of life can also hold a tremendous influence for God!

B.    While you may look at yourself as just one insignificant person – please remember what God can DO with YOUR life!

1.    You can draw others to Jesus! Mt. 5:14-16

II. Realize the opportunities God presents for you to become involved w/the lives of others.

A.    We’re family! We all have something to contribute!

B.    You can be involved w/others.

1.    Titus 2:2-6

2.    Older ones – you can take some of the younger ones under your wing. (Be a mentor)

C.   All of us can be involved in the activities of our congregation.

1.    Attend bible class regularly.

2.    Attend as many services as possible.

3.    Volunteer to teach a bible class! Always need bible class teachers.

3.    Visit those who are shut-in; unable to get out as much.

4.    Volunteer to be part of the groups inside the congregation.

5.    Pray regularly for your brothers & sisters.

D.   Get involved in the activities that are not a work of the church:

E.    Don’t wait for others to start doing these things for you. What if everyone did this?

1.    Don’t do kind deeds expecting something in return! (Lk. 6:31-35)

F.    1 Thess. 4:1, 9-10 - Excel still more!

Conclusion:

A.    Don’t case yourself off as being insignificant.

B.    Whether you are single, divorced, widowed, young, in the prime of life, or old – God has a place for you in His kingdom!

C.   Whether you are single, divorced, widowed, young, in the prime of life, or old – there is a place for you in the family of believers at Brownsburg!