2030 Vision & Love One Another

radiantvisalia.com1 John: 2030 Vision & Love One Another  (1 John 3:8-18)Scripture References: 1 John 3:8-18, John 13:34-35, Matthew 5, James 3:16, Habakkuk 2, Isaiah 61, Psalm 145.Intro:Welcome and acknowledge visitors.Announcement of a seven-year vision for Radiant Church, reaching 2030 (25th anniversary).Emphasis on God-led vision, requiring faith.Key Points:Vision and Leadership:Desire for a vision that unifies, focuses, and requires God’s intervention.Habakkuk 2: Vision requires revelation, communication, and implementation.Seeking God for clarity and appointing leaders to gather teams.Seven Focus Areas:Discipleship: Making more and better disciples.Kids (0-12): Continuous discipleship, equipping parents.Facilities: Downtown campus as a restoration and sending center (Isaiah 61).Evangelism/Mission: Church planting (30 churches by 2030), partnerships, global outreach.Next Gen (Jr. High-Gap Year): Continued formation and engagement.Finance: Radical generosity, reflecting God’s character.Worship/Prayer: Intimacy with God, revival.Executive Pastor Search:Seeking a leader to execute the 2030 vision.Job description available in the foyer and online.1 John 3:8-18 - Love in Action:John's message: stick to the original teaching.Test of love: genuine Christ-like love in the church.Negative example: Cain’s hatred leading to murder.Positive example: Christ’s self-sacrificing love as the model.Call to practical love: sharing material possessions with those in need.Contrast: Cain’s hatred vs. Christ’s love, light vs. darkness.The "Family Biz":We are born of God, part of His family.We are called to reflect Christ’s love in practical ways.Conclusion:God is calling Radiant to a seven-year vision of growth and service.Practical love is a hallmark of God’s family.We are called to share what we have with those in need.Call to Action:Pray for the pastoral team and the seven focus areas.Consider applying for the Executive Pastor position.Share your resources with those in need.Examine your heart for hatred and envy. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.