Introduction

Good morning, church. It’s truly an honor to share God’s Word with you today. Every time I stand here and see God’s people faithfully gather to worship, my heart is stirred. I’m especially thankful for Reverend John—my dear friend and a faithful servant of the Lord. We bonded years ago in Edmonton through shared trials, and I look up to him as a spiritual heavyweight. As for me? I’m more of a spiritual featherweight—so lower your expectations and be gracious with me! But here’s my confidence: our God is too great to be contained by one preacher, and He is faithful to speak through every messenger. So let’s open our hearts—because I believe God wants to meet us.

Let me begin with a question: What matters more—purpose or efficiency?