Pastor Benedict Eghan reminded the congregation of Vision 2028: the Possessing the Nations agenda, drawing from 1 Peter 2:9. He emphasized that if the church is not bringing transformation, it becomes irrelevant. The essence of Vision 2028 is to align with God’s purpose for the church. The church, according to Ps. Eghan, is not confined to a building but comprises every individual believer. “I am the church; you are the church,” he reminded the audience.
The overarching theme of the sermon focused on unleashing the whole church to transform their world with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God. Each believer is to bring transformation to their specific sphere of influence, where God has strategically planted them. Drawing from the example of Daniel in the Bible, Ps. Eghan urged believers to be intentional about their impact—being distinct, faithful, trustworthy, and corruption-free—as these qualities lead to societal transformation.
The overall goal of Vision 2028 is to build a church where members actively possess their nations, thereby turning many people to Christ. As ambassadors of Christ, each member has the responsibility to reflect the character of the one who sent them, fulfilling their role in bringing others to salvation. This involves being conscious of their identity as salt and light, a recurring message in Ps. Eghan’s sermon. He stressed that each believer must take ownership of their role in spreading the gospel and positively influencing those around them. “If nothing positive can be attributed to you,” he warned, “you are failing God.” However, Ps. Eghan expressed hope that no one in the church would fail, as believers are seen as the hope of heaven.
Ps. Eghan expounded on ministry in light of Vision 2028, defining it as any activity that subjects one’s sphere of influence to the principles of the Kingdom of God. He posed a challenge to the congregation, urging them to actively do more for Christ—whether by sharing the gospel on social media, inviting people to church, or seizing every opportunity to present Christ to others. He encouraged believers to live lives that challenge others and provoke them to seek God.
Transformation, Ps. Eghan explained, involves both the conversion of souls and the conversion of society. As individuals within the church, each believer is unleashed to be a change agent in their community and sphere of influence, channeling growth and transformation outward.
To drive the Vision 2028 agenda, Pastor Benedict Eghan outlined a strategic approach that includes strengthening the local church as a center for discipleship and a launching pad for believers to influence society. This involves unleashing the church’s immense potential to actively engage and transform society, harnessing its social ministries to drive societal change. Additionally, Ps. Eghan emphasized the importance of strengthening and realigning the Church of Pentecost’s (COP) systems, structures, and institutions to ensure they are effectively supporting and advancing the vision.
He concluded by referencing several scriptural foundations, including Acts 1:8, Titus 2:13-14, and Acts 17:6, which affirm that believers are called to be eager to do what is good while awaiting the blessed hope. Ps. Eghan closed with a call for action, urging the church to not only remember the vision but to actively partner with heaven to fulfill their God-given assignment. “May we not disappoint heaven,” he concluded.
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