As we wrap up this week, looking at the longings of the human heart we all share, we're going

to look today at the longing to make a deep and lasting impact. God has a plan to use you in

ways far beyond what you could ask or imagine.

A plan for you to make a deep and lasting impact in the world.

As we make space for God to speak and lead today,

may he give us a deeper sense of purpose and calling in him.

Welcome to the First 15 podcast. Our verse for today comes from Matthew 25 verse 21.

Scripture says, well done, good and faithful servant.

You have been faithful over a little.

I will set you over much.

Enter into the joy of your master.

People often ask a common question when it looks like their time on earth is drawing to a close.

Did my life matter?

Have you ever wondered that?

Have you ever taken a minute to look back on your life and wonder if all your efforts

will mean a thing when you're gone?

We all dream of being a great success. No children playing sports in their

backyard fantasize about hanging up the towel after high school. They dream of making it pro.

No musician dreams about playing to a handful of people.

They see themselves on a massive stage in front of thousands of screaming fans.

We all have a longing to make an impact in this world.

We all desire to make a difference to the degree that we will be remembered when we're gone.

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