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Dr. GreGory’s latest sermon, "Junior Stars," invited us to reflect on growth, purpose, and patience. It was a reminder that each of us has our own season to shine, but it’s essential to do so in God’s way, exactly as He instructs.
Pastor began by drawing our attention to Genesis 22:15-17 and Matthew 5:14-16, reminding us of the importance of being both a “luminator” and an “illuminator”. To "luminate" means to enlighten others, sharing God’s wisdom and guidance. To “illuminate,” however, means being a light ourselves—an active source of hope, love, and God’s presence in the world.
Embracing Our Time to Shine
Dr. GreGory shared that stars shine brightly in the dark of night, but when morning comes, the work is passed to us—God’s people. Just as the stars have their purpose in the night, we have ours in the day, called to work while it is day. We are, as Pastor put it, the “hands of the earth.” We’re part of a greater clockwork, with the earth as the dial and the solar system marking each hour, while we, as God's people, are the hands moving according to His purpose.
The Power of Patience and Prayer
A core message was patience—especially in waiting for God’s timing. We’re in a season of growth, preparing to shine, but it doesn’t come instantly. Like a "junior star," we are in development, waiting for the right time when God will lift us up. While we wait, we’re not inactive; instead, we rely on prayer to break through the "gravity" of this world. Dr. GreGory used “solar stress” as a metaphor for the persistent, powerful prayers that ascend beyond our earthly concerns. These prayers are what keep us connected to God’s purpose, and as Judges 5:20 declares, "The stars and the host of heaven are fighting" on our behalf.
Finding Satisfaction in God’s Blessings
The sermon also emphasized gratitude and trust, expressing the sentiment, “Anyway You bless me, God, I will be satisfied." Dr. GreGory reminded us that seeking God’s blessings isn’t about fulfilling selfish desires but about becoming a vessel of His goodness for others, especially in building up God’s kingdom. When we seek blessings, it’s so we can be a blessing—illuminating God’s love, compassion, and grace in the lives of those around us.
Pastor asked us to look at our hands and evaluate our spiritual lives with a thought-provoking question: “Have we cast out devils?” It was a call to assess our own relationships with God and recognize the authority He has already given us. We don’t always need to rely on the Pastor because God has equipped each of us to pray, to witness, and to walk in spiritual power.
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