Invade

Set Apart, Not Set Aside

Understanding Our Calling

Chosen by God

– God has chosen you have been picked you are valuable to God.

• Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy

nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you

out of darkness into His marvelous light;

• We are not random beings in a vast universe. God specifically chose us to be His own. This

calling is a divine privilege that comes with a purpose.

 Set Apart, Not Set Aside

• Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were

born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”

HOW MANY OF YOU GUYS HAVE A DREAM (YOU WHAT DO YOU WANNA BE)

• Being set apart means that God has a special plan for each of us. We are not cast aside but

intentionally chosen for His work. He sees potential in us that we might not see in

ourselves.

GOD DOES NOT FORGET ABOUT THE DREAMS HE GIVES YOU.

Embrace Our Identity

• Scripture: Ephesians 1:4 – “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy

and blameless in his sight. In love.”

• Embracing the identity God has given us means living in a way that reflects His love and

holiness. It’s about walking confidently in the truth that we belong to the Lord

Set Apart for Relationship

God Desires Intimacy with Us

Prayer time/ Bible Time

• Scripture: John 15:15 – “No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what

his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have

made known to you.”

• God desires a deep, intimate relationship with us. He doesn’t see us as mere followers but as

friends, sharing His heart and plans with us.

Set Apart, Not Set Aside

• Scripture: John 17:16-17 – “They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by

the truth; your word is truth.”

• God has set us apart for Himself. This separation from the world isn’t about isolation, but about

sanctification—being made holy through His truth. He has a unique place for us in His heart and

His kingdom.

Pursuing God Wholeheartedly

• Scripture: Psalm 42:1 – “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my

God.”

•Our relationship with God should be one of longing and desire, much like the psalmist’s

yearning for God. This passionate pursuit transforms our lives and draws us closer to Him.

Transforming Our Lives

Shedding Old Habits

• Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24 – “You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put

off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude

of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and

holiness.”

• Transformation begins with letting go of old, sinful habits. This process is not easy, but it’s

necessary for spiritual growth and renewal.

Adopting Godly Habits

• Scripture: Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by

the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his

good, pleasing and perfect will.”

Like last year invade/ You were on Fire for God then what happened?

Raise your hand is your ready for a fresh start?

• As we discard our old ways, we must adopt new, godly habits that align with God’s will. This

involves a daily commitment to live according to His word and guidance.

Coming with an Open Heart

• Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26 – “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove

from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”

• True transformation happens when we approach God with an open and willing heart. It’s about

allowing Him to work within us, replacing our stubbornness with a spirit that is receptive to His

love and direction. In all of this morning session please hear me out when I say this..

We have 3 days of Conference starting now? What will be your experience, come with a open

heart and come with an Expectancy that God is doing big things in your life because he is!

Conclusion Close your eyes Real Quick

As we reflect on our calling, our relationship with God, and the transformation He desires in us,

let us remember that we are set apart for a divine purpose. Embrace this truth YTH, Pursue

intimacy with God, and be willing to undergo the necessary changes to live a life that glorifies

Him.