What if the gift you think is too small is exactly what someone else needs today? This week at Thrive Church, we hosted a powerful panel on discovering your role in God’s greater plan. Your gift isn’t for you—it’s for others. When you’re planted in God’s house, comparison fades and purpose grows. You’re not here by mistake. Your presence matters. Your gift matters. Someone today needs what God has placed in you.

In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah reminds is that we are the light of the world, called to shine brightly for God's glory. The central scripture, Matthew 5:14-16, challenges us not to hide our light under a basket, but to let it shine for all to see. This imagery beautifully illustrates how our God-given gifts, talents, and abilities are meant to be used purposefully. This message encourages us to reflect on how we're using our unique gifts, both in the world and in the church, to fulfill our role in God's greater plan.

In part two of this series, Natalie explores the profound truth that God has uniquely gifted each of us for a purpose within His grand design. Just as in nature's ecosystems where every creature plays a crucial role, we too are part of God's ecosystem - the body of Christ. Our spiritual gifts, whether they be encouragement, leadership, or discernment, are not for our glory but for the strengthening of the church. We're challenged to embrace our God-given gifts without comparison or shame, understanding that these are strategic decisions made by our Creator.

Are we living life in a small way, focused solely on ourselves? In part one of this series, pastor Josiah challenges us to shift our perspective from a self-centered 'Mona Lisa' view to seeing the grand masterpiece God is painting with our lives. We're reminded that our lives aren't small, but we might be living them in a small way. The apostle Paul's words to the Corinthians urge us to enter a 'wide open, spacious life' by recognizing our role in God's greater goal.