Have you ever wondered about the significance of the beginning? How what we believe about the start of our journey in faith can shape our entire walk with God? It's a question worth pondering, and today, we're going to delve into this topic, aiming to discover the profound impact of our beliefs on our behaviors.

In the words of the Psalmist, "Remind me of the first fire, remind me of my first love, reignite that thing that's in me." Our faith journey often requires us to revisit our beginnings, to rekindle the passion and purpose that initially ignited our faith. Just as John 1 tells us, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was God," our belief in God's creation story anchors us in truth.

Our beliefs shape our behaviors. If we believe we can be better, we can. If we believe we can grow spiritually, we will. Our faith empowers us to overcome challenges and obstacles. But sometimes, we need a fresh perspective on these truths. Maybe you've been walking this faith journey for years, and it feels routine. Perhaps it's time to open your heart to a new revelation, to let God's light shine even brighter in your life.

Here's a challenge for you: Leave this place today feeling more alive than when you walked in. Our purpose is to bring life, abundant life, into your journey. It's a life anchored in the beginning, with a promised end. In John 1, we learn that Jesus is the Light of Life. If you wander from the light, you wander from life itself. So, come back to Jesus, come back to the light, and let it guide you.

In the middle of our faith journey, we discover the value of obedience. Obedience is not flashy; it's steady and faithful. Just as God's plan prevailed from the beginning, it will prevail in the end. Obedience keeps us on the path. Sin creates false momentum, but obedience offers steady progression. It's in the middle that we must choose to keep our focus on God, even when the world overwhelms us.

Remember these three lessons: God is Sovereign, God is Gracious, and God's plan will prevail. You weren't meant to carry the glory or the world's sin on your shoulders. Jesus already did that on the cross. So, trust in God's promises, and you can live unanxious and at peace, even in a world filled with troubles.

As we journey in faith together at Werribee Baptist Church, let's hold on to these truths. Our belief in the beginning, our obedience in the middle, and our trust in God's plan for the end will guide us through this incredible journey of faith.