Apostle Jennings on Purpose and Community

Aug 10, 2024

Lecture Notes: Apostle Travis Jennings' Presentation

Welcome and Introduction

  • Speaker: Apostle Travis Jennings, Harvest Tabernacle
  • Occasion: Live service
  • Opening Scripture:
    • "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God."
    • "The grass shall wither and the flowers shall fade, but the word of the Lord shall stand forever."
  • Emphasis: The importance of the word of God

Special Announcements

  • Celebration: Pastor Stephanie Jennings' birthday this Friday
  • Event: Christmas party at Harvest Tabernacle
    • Location: 1450 South Deshaun Road, Lithonia, GA
    • Time: 7:30 PM
    • Activities: DJ, free food, fellowship, prizes

Offering and Seed Sowing

  • Importance of Sowing: Emphasis on sowing seeds to support the ministry
  • Methods: Five ways to give (Givelify, PayPal, Cash App, phone, text)
  • Encouragement: Sow a seed of $55 for double grace in 2022

Key Scriptures and Themes

  • Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord..."
  • Proverbs 16:9: "A man's heart deviseth his way, but the Lord directs his path."
  • Romans 8:28: "And we know that all things work together for the good of them who love God..."

Main Topic: The Power of Purpose

  • Purpose: The reason for which something is created
    • Example: The purpose of a chair is to hold a person in a seated position
  • Potential: Released when purpose is embraced
  • Priorities: Formed when purpose is known

Key Points on Purpose

  1. Purpose Evolves: It has a process and growth
  2. Purpose Releases Potential: Unlimited potential is activated with purpose
  3. Purpose Brings Structure: A structured life is a sign of knowing one's purpose
  4. Purpose and Priorities: Knowing your purpose helps in setting life priorities
  5. Purpose and Impact: Production and impact come from living in purpose

Example of David's Evolving Purpose

  1. Infant and Toddler: Initial stage
  2. Shepherd Boy: Protect and preserve sheep
  3. Errand Boy: Running errands for his father
  4. Giant Slayer: Slaying Goliath
  5. King: Leadership role

Personal Insights and Testimonies

  • Personal Journey: Apostle Travis Jennings shared his background and journey
  • Testimonies: Encouraged sharing and awareness of God's work in lives

Encouragement for 2022

  • Year of the Breaker: Breaking into new opportunities in 2022
  • Focus on Purpose: Embrace and walk in purpose to access unlimited potential
  • Avoid Confusion: Stay focused on God’s purpose to avoid being misled

Conclusion

  • Call to Action: Sow seeds, stay faithful, and embrace God's purpose
  • Upcoming Events: Christmas party and future services

Final Blessings

  • Prayer and Declaration: Over the congregation and individuals
  • Emphasis on Purpose: Continuous encouragement to walk in God’s purpose
  • Farewell: Closing remarks and appreciation for participation