‘I am convinced and confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect and complete it until the day of Christ Jesus [the time of His return]’ Philippians 1: 6 (AMP).
Message summary compiled by Esther Njoroge
Philippians 1:6
- Be convinced and confident that God, who has begun a good work in you, will continue to perfect it until the return of our Lord Jesus Christ.
- Recognise that there is good work in you.
- God has already begun the good work in you and will continue to complete it.
- The good work in you is to affect and influence your world for good
- You are a solution to problems in the world.
- You are the light of the world and as you shine your light, people will see the good work in you and .
- You are more than just an ordinary worker; you are a good work in progress.
- Students, you can lighten and brighten your school.
- Your story will bring God glory.
- Talents, gifts, smiling, kindness, giving, patience, serving in the church and community are resources that enable you to carry out good works.
- Good work never ends. It will continue to be perfected until the day of the Lord.
- Do not take it for granted your talents and gifts (singing, playing instruments, decorating). God is the one who has begun the good work in you.
- God’s vision must bring glory to God.
- Vision must extend beyond you and benefit the world by the will of God.
- Vision will come at a cost. You cannot fulfil the vision if you are frugal.
- Invest in good work; it is the best investment you can make in life.
- God will elevate you so that you can see what He is seeing.
- Good work is the grace God has given you.
- Being in the house of God is a good work.
- God will elevate you so that you can affect the world this year.
- The purpose of good work is to benefit your family, your church, and the wider community by providing solutions and answers.
Ephesians 2:10
- You are God’s masterpiece. You are the greatest treasure in the world.
- As a Christian, you emulate Christ’s life. [Live up to His name]
- Jesus carried out a good work while on earth. You will do great things for God in this world in Jesus name.
- Your good work brings glory to God. Do what God has called you to do.
- You are not just a work in progress, you are a good work in progress
Galatians 6:9-10
- Do not get weary of doing good.
- This year, you will reap a good harvest of blessings.
- Never take for granted people you know and are familiar with. Start your good work from home.
- God will finish the good work He has started in you, so don’t give up.
- Fix your eyes on Jesus, your author and Finisher.
- Set your eyes on the Word of God.
- Lift up and look from where you are and see the bigger picture of where God is taking you.
- As long as you keep your eyes on Christ, you will be able to weather the storms of life.
- God will lead you through the valleys of the shadow of death, trials, and situations to complete what He started in you.
AMEN!