The Blueprint Vol II: Good Trouble | Pastor Stephen A. Green | July 19, 2026

Main message: The birth narrative in Matthew 2 (the wise men and the star) teaches that worship readies us for God's timing and revelation; in seasons of darkness God is working, so we must persevere, prioritize worship, steward our gifts and resources, and be prepared to make “good trouble” for justice and purpose.

Key points:

• The wise men’s pursuit of the star shows that worship positions you for wonder, revelation, and a change God is initiating.
• Dark seasons (400 years of waiting, personal trials) are times of development—God can turn midnights into mornings if we keep looking to Him.
• Worship must be reverent and prioritized, not routine or optional; true worship flows into surrender and giving.
• Gifts and resources are expressions of worship—offer them sacrificially, steward them well, and use your unique gift to serve others.
• Worship brings wisdom, protection, and direction (the wise men were warned in a dream); it equips believers to do “good trouble” in the world (civically and spiritually).

Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 2, Psalm 37, 2 Corinthians 1:20