GOD OF PROMISE: The Promise of Purpose

Steve & Barb Swanson

Summary by PulpitAI:

In this sermon, Steve and Barb Swanson share their extraordinary experiences as missionaries with the Evangelical Covenant Church, serving across various continents. The Swansons recount their incredible journey from Congo to Belgium and, most recently, in Sweden, reflecting on the rich tapestry of cultures and faith encounters they've witnessed. They passionately discuss how God’s purpose and promise led them to embrace refugees and immigrants searching for hope and truth in a foreign land. Drawing from the biblical stories of transformation, such as the Samaritan woman at the well, they illustrate the profound impact of embracing God’s plan, which ushers those in search of direction into a new life filled with purpose and promise.

Steve and Barb’s message is a call to action for all believers to see and nurture the potential in others, particularly those who might appear in need yet carry immense leadership potential. The Swansons emphasize the importance of living out the promise of Jeremiah, offering hope and a future to all people, no matter their background. They encourage the congregation—and anyone watching—to be open to God’s direction and to become instruments of His love and purpose within their communities. As you prepare to watch this sermon, be ready to feel inspired to bridge gaps in your own sphere, discover new opportunities for outreach, and allow your heart to be stirred by the stories of faith and transformation that Steve and Barb so beautifully convey.