Echoes In Eternity | Pastor David Payne

In his powerful sermon “Echoes in Eternity,” Pastor David brings a timely and convicting word from Luke 10 and Luke 5, urging the church to live with eternal perspective. As we celebrate 19 years of ministry, we are reminded that our lives are not meant to echo only in the present, but to reverberate in eternity. Jesus is not calling us to comfort or convenience—He is calling us to the harvest, where our obedience becomes a legacy that outlives us.

This message highlights the urgency of the gospel and the spiritual reality that the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Pastor David calls us to reject passive Christianity and instead take up the mantle of mission. What we do for Christ—and how we do it—matters forever. Our small acts of obedience, our willingness to go where He sends, and our pursuit of spiritual renewal don’t just impact today—they become echoes in eternity.

One of the most sobering truths from the sermon is how self-righteousness can block revival. When tradition and ritual replace intimacy and mission, we lose our effectiveness. Pastor David reminds us that “ritual does not equal righteousness”—and that God is seeking hearts that are surrendered, not performances that are polished. As Jesus pours out new wine, we must become new wineskins, ready to be stretched and transformed for the sake of His Kingdom.

This is more than a sermon—it’s a wake-up call. You are not just saved to sit—you are sent to serve. You are the delivery system for Jesus’ redemptive story, empowered with authority over the enemy, and called to live a life that echoes in eternity. Whether you’re a new believer or a seasoned disciple, this message will stir your heart, challenge your comfort, and reignite your mission.

Key Scriptures:
Luke 10:1–2 – Jesus sends out the 72
Luke 10:19–20 – Authority over the enemy
Luke 5:27–32 – Jesus calls Levi and dines with sinners
Luke 5:33–39 – Old wineskins & new wine
Acts 17:26–27 – God places us where we are for a purpose

Key Takeaways:
The Harvest is Now: The urgency of the gospel calls for workers, not watchers.
Authority Given: Jesus gave us authority over all the power of the enemy.
Ritual ≠ Righteousness: Our traditions should serve God’s mission, not replace it.
You Are Sent: You are the delivery system for Jesus’ redemptive story.
New Wine Needs New Wineskins: God’s next for us requires change from us.