FOCUS SCRIPTURE: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. ~Galatians 5:13 KJV
SUMMARY: In the sermon “Power to Serve,” Galatians 5:13 sets the foundation for understanding that believers are called to liberty, not for self-indulgence but to serve one another in love. This liberty, empowered by the Holy Ghost, equips believers to serve in three major ways: God, others, and the greater good. *By yielding to the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23), believers develop character and strength to serve faithfully and selflessly, even in the face of adversity.
The sermon emphasizes that service is a divine calling, deeply rooted in scripture and modeled throughout Black history. Those filled with the Holy Ghost are empowered to transform lives and communities, mirroring the faith-driven legacies of educators, civil rights leaders, and cultural icons. This message affirms that service, when led by the Spirit, is both a personal act of devotion and a public testimony of God’s love. It also extends a call to unbelievers to experience this power for transformation and purpose through a relationship with God.
Through the power of the Holy Ghost, we are transformed and equipped to serve in three meaningful ways:
- Serve God
- We reflect the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23) as we serve God with faithfulness, spiritual wisdom, and strength.
- Serve Others
- We are called to serve one another humbly in love (Galatians 5:13–14)
- Serve the Greater Good
- We are called to walk in harmony with the Spirit and actively contribute to the collective well-being of others (Galatians 5:25–26).
Supporting Scriptures: Galatians 5:22-23; Galatians 5:14; Galatians 5:25-26 (KJV)
Affirmation: “I am a beacon of light, bringing comfort, peace, and transformation to those around me.”