In Pastor Ed Clemons’s powerful sermon titled “The Story I Want To Tell,” he delves deep into the heart of the Corinthian church’s struggle to live out the gospel amidst the pervasive influence of Greek culture. Urging believers to stop being deceived by the world around them, Pastor Ed passionately emphasizes the call to mimic Christ rather than conforming to worldly standards. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, he highlights two mindsets that deceive believers: the belief that they don’t have a ministry, and the self-absorbed focus on personal stories rather than Christ’s story of reconciliation. With fervent exhortation, Pastor Ed challenges the congregation to recognize their ordained ministry in Christ, urging them to rise above feelings of insignificance and actively engage in reconciling others to God. He boldly proclaims that every believer is called to proclaim the gospel, teach believers, and ensure life-change through Christ, empowering them to step into their ministry with confidence and purpose. Through passionate preaching and compelling biblical truths, Pastor Ed ignites a fire within the congregation, urging them to embrace their ministry and boldly share the message of reconciliation with the world.
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