New to the Space

 

New to the Space is a teaching and devotional series created for anyone who wants clarity around the foundations of faith. Whether you’re new to church, returning after time away, or have followed Jesus for years, this series creates space to slow down, ask honest questions, and build a strong understanding of what Christianity is really about.

Today's Devotion

Called to Compassion

New to the Space

Missions Week

WEEK 8 DAY 5 — CALLED TO COMPASSION

 

“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’
And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!'” — Isaiah 6:8
At Transformation Life Church, missions isn’t just a department or a line item in our budget; it is
a vital part of our DNA. We believe that the Gospel isn’t just meant to be heard—it’s meant to be
felt. Whether it’s across the street or across the border, we are called to be the hands and feet
of Jesus.
Missions begin with a moment of listening. In this scripture, Isaiah doesn’t wait for a detailed
itinerary or a guarantee of comfort before he responds. He simply hears the heart of God for the
lost and offers himself as the solution.

Healing Bodies and Souls

For over three years, Transformation Life Church has been the hands and feet of Jesus in
Guadalajara, Mexico. We’ve joined missionaries Chris and Julie Abiuso, along with the local
church Centro Cristiano Nueva Vida to help with their vision for the lost.
At TLC, we see this same “Isaiah spirit” in our medical professionals and our construction
teams. When the need in Guadalajara was presented, you didn’t just see a problem; you saw
an opportunity to say, “Send me.” Whether you are a doctor providing healing, a donor
providing bricks for an Orphanage that will house over 25 beds, or a prayer warrior, you are
answering that same divine call. God is still asking who will go and who will help. When we
serve the “least of these,” we are telling the Lord: I am here, and I am ready.

A Home for the Fatherless

The completion of this orphanage is within reach, but the work isn’t finished until the doors are
open. We are answering the call of James 1:27 to provide for the fatherless in their time of
greatest need. For children who have spent their lives without a family to lean on, this isn’t just a
building—it’s a new beginning in life. We are creating a space where over 25 young lives will
find the hope they’ve been denied and the safety they deserve. Let’s build their future together.”
The Finish Line is in Sight

Our goal is to complete the orphanage this year. We have the blueprints, we have the
passion, and we have the vision—now, we need the collective strength of our church family to
cross the finish line.
Reflect: Missions is not just for those who “go.” It is for those who pray, those who
give, and those who send. For Every life receiving medical attention and every brick
laid in Guadalajara is a testament to the generosity of Transformation Life Church.

How You Can Help

To finish this project, we are asking for your support in three ways:
1. Prayer: Pray for the safety of our teams and for the children who will soon call this
orphanage home.
2. Participation: If you are a healthcare professional, or love to work with your hands or
just have a heart for service, consider joining our next trip.
3. Provision: We are seeking the final funds to complete construction. Every gift, no matter
the size, brings a child one step closer to a warm bed.
Let’s finish strong for the Kingdom.

 

 

About our Author

Pastor James M. Armpriester, Jr. worked as a molecular biologist at Procter & Gamble for ten years before becoming a pastor. With over thirty years of experience in ministry, he has been heavily involved in church planting and church health. He has served as a district director in Ohio and North Texas and has been a national leader in curriculum development, coaching, and consulting for church planting and revitalization. Pastor Jim has been the lead pastor of several churches, including New Hope in Cincinnati, Ohio, First Assembly of God in Niagara Falls, NY, and Transformation Life Church, which has multiple campuses in New Jersey.

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Reformed for Mission

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What This Is

New to the Space Devotionals are short reflections released after each Sunday sermon in the New to the Space series, created to help our church family slow down and process what God is teaching us.

Each day includes

  • A short devotional
  • Scripture focused prayer
  • A simple action step

Designed to help you build consistency, not pressure. Depth, not noise.

James Armpriester Jr.

Pastor Jim is passionate about helping people find faith in Jesus and live fulfilling lives. He focuses on creating environments where transformation happens through discovering God’s truth, building life-giving relationships, and doing good works.