God Transforms Our Head, Heart & Hands

Lyla Buck, Siena Buck & Aidan Tang, preaching

Nehemiah led the Jewish people to rebuild the wall around the city of Jerusalem. How could these people do all that in only 52 days? Clearly, it was a work of God. God brought them together, protected them, guided them, and gave them the strength to work together to finish the wall in record time. But if we stop there, we will have an incomplete picture of what really happened. In chapter 7, Nehemiah gives us a report of the number of people involved in the project and the amount of money they gave to the building project.

God worked through them — God transformed them from individual exiles into a community guided by their heads, hands, and hearts. This week, Lyla, Siena, and Aidan will share stories of when their heads, hearts, or hands were used for good in the world (or school or church).

As we begin our stewardship focus, it is important to note that Nehemiah's people had to work together and contribute money to the project's costs and expenses (their mission and ministry). Their giving was not just a financial contribution but a personal transformation that led to a stronger, more united community.

Let us join in "Building For Our Future with Head, Heart, and Hands!" I am grateful for our youngest Disciples, who will speak with us this Sunday!

Based on Nehemiah 7:1-5, 70-73

 Music this week:

• Every Move I Make

• Heart of Worship

• Sanctuary

• Give Thanks

• Step By Step

• El Shaddai