We're challenged to embrace the second greatest commandment: loving our neighbors. The sermon series 'BLESS' unpacks five everyday ways we can love our neighbors and change the world. We're reminded that loving our neighbors isn't always easy, especially in our modern 'back deck' culture. However, by beginning with prayer, we can ask God to bless us indeed and enlarge our territory, just as Jabez did in 1 Chronicles 4:10. This isn't about material blessings, but about expanding our sphere of influence and opening our eyes to the opportunities around us. We're called to let our light shine, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 5:16, making a ripple effect that can impact eternity. This message challenges us to see that our 'someday' for making a difference is today, encouraging us to live intentionally and sacrificially for God's glory.

Key Points:

• Love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength, and love your neighbor as yourself
• Begin with prayer to ask God for blessings and increased influence
• Open your eyes to opportunities to love your neighbors that are already around you
• Make your life "ripple" for eternity by impacting others positively Intentionally and sacrificially love your neighbors to fulfill God's purpose for your life

Scripture Reference:

• Mark 12:30-31 (The two greatest commandments)
• 1 Chronicles 4:10 (The prayer of Jabez)