God's mandate from the beginning has been for us to steward the earth (Gen. 1:28), managing our resources, time, money, and bodies wisely while focusing on His Kingdom. Pastor Ben encouraged us to develop a purposeful vision for 2025, moving beyond past regrets and victories, as emphasized in Phil 3:13-14. He shared Jabez's prayer for expansion (1 Chronicles 4:10) and urged us to actively occupy and invest in God's kingdom until Jesus's return, reminding us that our past is redeemed through Christ (1 Peter  ...