Planted With Purpose | John 10:10

Pastor Bart Blair recounts his spiritual journey through four pivotal churches, each shaping his faith and ministry experience. From a traditional church of his childhood to being part of church plants, these experiences culminated in founding Bear Creek Community Church. The pastor explains that this new church was born out of a desire to honor his late son Ephraim by focusing on making Jesus famous rather than memorializing Ephraim.
The sermon emphasizes the church's purpose: to help people experience a full and meaningful life through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Pastor Blair breaks down this statement, highlighting the importance of serving others, experiencing God personally, and understanding that true abundance comes from a relationship with Jesus, not material possessions.
The pastor outlines five characteristics of God's kingdom that contrast with worldly values: people over possessions, service over power, humility over status, mercy over judgment, and love over law. He encourages the congregation to live as kingdom citizens by embodying these values in their daily lives. The sermon concludes with practical steps for the congregation: pray for someone who doesn't know Jesus, serve someone selflessly, and invite others to join their church community.