Servapalooza | August 24, 2025

Discovering and living out our calling in Christ is one of the greatest joys and responsibilities we have as followers of Jesus. Each of us is uniquely gifted, and God desires for us to use those gifts not just within the walls of the church, but in our neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and beyond. The church is not a building—it’s the people, empowered by the Spirit, carrying the presence and love of Christ wherever we go. We are in a relay race of faith, having received the baton from those who came before us, and now it’s our turn to run our leg and pass it on to the next generation.Our calling is not about simply attending services or knowing the back of someone’s head in worship. It’s about connection, relationship, and active participation in God’s mission. Through stories from our own community and our partners in Honduras, we see how God weaves together our gifts, backgrounds, and even our professions in unexpected ways to serve others and advance His kingdom. Sometimes, the place where we serve may not match our occupation, but God uses our willingness and relationships to open doors for ministry and transformation.The unity of the church is a powerful witness to the world. Jesus prayed in John 17 that we would be one, just as He and the Father are one, so that the world would know He was sent by God. Our unity is not just for our own benefit, but so that the world may see Christ in us. The incarnation of Jesus continues through us—wherever we go, He goes, because He lives in us. We are carriers of His glory, called to serve together in unity, passing the baton of faith to those who come after us.Today is an invitation to step into the fullness of what God has for you. Whether through established ministries, new opportunities, or simply by being present in someone’s life, God is calling you to use your gifts for His glory. This is not about filling holes in programs, but about finding fulfillment and purpose as you join God in the work He is already doing. Let’s be a church that launches people into their calling, unified in love and service, so that the world may know Jesus.[00:00] - Welcome[02:48] - The Joy of Discovering Your Calling[05:00] - EVC’s Partnership in Honduras[08:05] - The Power of Finding a Person of Peace[09:16] - Praying Over Our Global Partners[11:00] - Stories of Service: Meet the Elwells and Geibels[13:15] - The Role of Invitation and Relationships[15:30] - Serving in Unexpected Ways[17:45] - Impacting the Next Generation: The 4th & 5th Grade Ministry[19:28] - Testimonies from Impact Ministry[22:00] - Missions in Honduras: Medical Team Reflections[28:09] - God’s Preparation and Divine Appointments[32:00] - Your Role in the Body of Christ[34:13] - The Ongoing Incarnation: Christ in Us[36:18] - Unity as Our Witness to the World[37:52] - Launching Out: On-Deck and Outbound Ministries[40:05] - Taking Your Next Step[42:20] - Closing Prayer and Sending Out