05/08/2026
THE MESSIAH IS COMING BACK
SERMON TITLE: THE GREATEST TRAGEDY IS A WASTED LIFE
Main Text: Ephesians 2:10
«"For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life."»
Introduction
Many people fear death, poverty, failure, and rejection. Yet one of the greatest tragedies is not dying young or lacking wealth—it is living an entire life without fulfilling the purpose for which God created you.
God did not create mankind merely to eat, work, marry, build houses, and eventually die. Every believer has been created in Christ Jesus for a divine purpose. A life disconnected from God's purpose is a life that misses its true calling.
One day every person will stand before God and give an account of how they lived.
1. You Are God's Workmanship
Paul says we are God's workmanship. The Greek word translated "workmanship" refers to something skillfully made.
You are not the product of chance. God intentionally created you. Your gifts, opportunities, and even your experiences can be used for His glory when surrendered to Him.
Since you belong to God, your life should reflect His character and His holiness.
Supporting Scriptures:
- Psalm 139:13–16
- Isaiah 64:8
2. Salvation Produces a Changed Life
Notice that Paul says we are created in Christ Jesus for good works.
Good works do not save us, but genuine salvation produces a transformed life that bears fruit.
A person who claims to know Christ but continues to live comfortably in sin should examine himself.
Jesus said:
«"By their fruits ye shall know them." (Matthew 7:20)»
The evidence of salvation is not merely church attendance or religious activity. It is a transformed life that increasingly reflects Christ.
3. God Prepared Your Assignment Before You Were Born
The verse declares that God prepared these good works beforehand.
This means your calling is not an afterthought.
Before Jeremiah was born, God appointed him as a prophet.
Before Paul encountered Christ on the Damascus road, God already had a purpose for his life.
God has an assignment for every believer, but not everyone chooses to walk in it.
Many people spend years pursuing success while neglecting God's will.
4. Walking in God's Purpose Requires Obedience
God prepares the work, but we must choose to walk in it.
Obedience often requires:
- Surrender.
- Holiness.
- Faith.
- Perseverance.
- A willingness to deny ourselves.
Jesus said:
«"If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me." (Luke 9:23)»
Purpose cannot be fulfilled without obedience.
5. The Judgment Seat of Christ
Every believer will give an account before Christ.
Our works will be examined—not to determine whether we are saved, but to evaluate our faithfulness.
Some will receive rewards.
Others will discover that much of what they lived for has no eternal value.
This is why every day matters.
Conclusion
God did not save you simply to occupy a church pew.
He saved you to glorify Him, proclaim His gospel, serve His Kingdom, and walk in the works He prepared for you.
Do not spend your life chasing temporary things while neglecting eternal things.
One day this world will pass away.
The question will not be, "How much did you own?"
It will be, "Did you fulfill the purpose for which Christ redeemed you?"
Today is the day to surrender completely to Jesus Christ, walk in obedience, and live for what will last forever.
Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for creating us with purpose in Christ Jesus. Forgive us for the times we have pursued our own desires instead of Your will. Open our eyes to the work You have prepared for us, and give us the courage to walk in obedience. Help us to live lives that glorify You and to be found faithful when we stand before Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen.
— THE MESSIAH IS COMING BACK
