Secrets of Kingdom “Losers”

Secrets of Kingdom "Losers"

Following the losers who have learned the value of losing — that they may gain what is most valuable —
in this life and all that is coming for those whose citizenship is in heaven.

This was originally delivered in a series, nearly twenty years ago (2004), while serving the sweet faith family at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church. I pray that this message will encourage, edify, and equip you for the life and calling you've been set apart for.

Summary
• The impact of a gift box from Samaritan's Purse on a family in Northern Iraq.
◦ A missionary in Jordan received a box of toys from Mount Horeb Baptist Church in Mississippi, which was sent to a family in northern Iraq, and the recipients want to connect with the donors to give glory to God.
• Following Jesus Christ as a path to true success.
◦ Pastor Nick invites the congregation to turn to Philippians chapter 3 and verse 15, encouraging them to have the mind of Christ and follow His example.
◦ Pastor Nick prays for redemptive measures to be done, for the lost to be called out by the power of the Spirit, and for the church to be revived, with a focus on putting on the mind of Christ and following Him.
◦ Pastor Nick emphasizes the importance of following Jesus Christ, and this will always look like losing in the world's eyes.
◦ He encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with Jesus above all else, and this will mean sacrificing everything, including earthly success.
• Maturity and perfection in Christ.
◦ Pastor Nick emphasizes the importance of having the mind of Christ, as seen in Philippians 3:7, where Paul counts everything else as loss for the sake of Christ.