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Breaking Up With the World and Waking Up to Our Mission in It

Passion City Church • May 18, 2025 • 41 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

Believers are not meant to isolate themselves from the world nor conform to its patterns, but are intentionally sent into it by Jesus to reflect His light. By building a credible platform through character, consistency, care, and excellence in our craft, we earn the right to share the gospel with those around us. Grounded in Scripture and supported by missional community, we can faithfully live as kingdom influencers in our everyday lives.

Themes

Kingdom InfluenceMission and PurposeCompassion for OthersChristian CharacterSanctification and TruthSpiritual Boundaries

Pastor's Points

1.

Understand that you are sent into the world.

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Build a platform to be salt and light (through Character, Consistency, Care, and Craft).

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Prioritize missional community.

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Rehearse the mission daily.

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Ask the Holy Spirit and your community to help you set boundaries.

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Prioritize the mission over self-centered reactions.

Key Points

1.
Believers are not of this world, but Jesus intentionally sends us into it with a clear purpose and mission.
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Following Jesus requires adopting a missional mindset that views people with empathy and compassion rather than frustration.
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We build a platform for kingdom influence through four key pillars: character, consistency, care, and craft.
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Showing genuine care for others distinguishes believers and opens doors to share the truth of the gospel.
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Pursuing excellence in our daily work or craft honors God and earns us a hearing among those we serve and work alongside.
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Remaining anchored in a missional community keeps believers grounded in Scripture and prevents spiritual drift.
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Kingdom influencers learn to connect with diverse people and meet them where they are without compromising biblical truth.
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Setting wise spiritual boundaries with the help of the Holy Spirit protects our character and guards our testimony.
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Living as a representative of Christ means putting away self-centered outbursts, harsh comments, and reactionary behavior.

Sermon Moments

“"We're not of this world, but we are definitely sent into this world."”

“Jesus looked at the crowds with compassion because He saw their spiritual condition—harassed and helpless like sheep without a shepherd.”

“Building a platform through character, consistency, care, and craft creates natural opportunities for people to ask about your faith.”

“"Go preach with the pedal today." — Pastor Louie's encouragement to a NASCAR driver on race day to pursue excellence on mission.”

“Kingdom influencers learn to relate to all kinds of people to win them to Christ without compromising truth.”

“"Help me set boundaries because I want to be an influencer, not influenced."”

“"Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus."”

“Be like a moon in a dark world, reflecting the light of Christ to everyone around you.”

This Week

Examine your daily routine—at work, school, or in your neighborhood—and intentionally view those environments as your God-given mission field.

Practice viewing crowds, busy lines, and interruptions with compassion, praying for the spiritual needs of the people around you.

Build a platform of credibility this week through consistent character, showing up with integrity, positivity, and joy.

Look for practical opportunities to demonstrate genuine care for others by asking thoughtful questions and listening attentively to their needs.

Pursue excellence in your work or craft as an act of worship, doing your best for God's glory rather than seeking human applause.

Stay connected to a missional community of believers who encourage your faith, keep you grounded in God's Word, and hold you accountable.

Seek the Holy Spirit's guidance and set clear boundaries to protect your character and reputation so that you influence the culture rather than being influenced by it.

Remember This

Believers are not of this world, but are intentionally sent into it by Jesus to reflect His light and love through character, care, and practical obedience.

A Challenge for You

Break up with the worldly mindset that dictates how you think, act, and react, and wake up to your mission as a kingdom influencer sent into the world to shine Christ's light.

These are personal sermon notes shared to help you remember the message — not a replacement for Scripture, your church, or your pastors.