Don't Forget your Job Description

Toney shares the story behind Evergreen—an organization that has helped start dozens of churches across the Pacific Northwest, including Lake Sawyer. He walks us through the cultural moment we’re living in: rapid population growth, rising spiritual disconnection, and a declining number of churches. Instead of seeing this as a crisis, Toney invites us to see it as an opportunity—one the Church was uniquely created for.

But this message goes deeper than church planting. Toney reminds us of Jesus’ clear mission in Matthew 28: “Go and make disciples.” It’s not just a church-wide strategy—it’s a personal calling. Disciple-making happens in everyday life: around dinner tables, in neighborhoods, at work, in moments of compassion and hospitality. It begins with a simple question:

👉 Who are you investing your life in?

Through stories, scripture, and practical examples, Toney challenges us to put out a “welcome mat”—not just at the doors of our church, but at the entrance of our hearts and homes. When we love, serve, listen, invite, and show up for people, we reflect Jesus and open the door for life-changing relationships.

This message is a reminder that the harvest is still plentiful—right here in our city. And God has placed us in this community for a purpose.

If you’re looking for encouragement, direction, or a renewed sense of mission, this one’s for you. 💛