At the closing worship service of the 2025 Biennial Mission Summit in Omaha, Rev. Dr. Zau Sam Lawtah, senior pastor of First Kachin Baptist Church of America, delivered a stirring sermon titled “WATER: Overflowing with Life.” He reminded us that God’s Spirit is like an abundant wellspring—inviting all to drink deeply and share this divine vitality with others.
Drawing on the Summit theme “Come Seek Living Water,” Dr. Lawtah emphasized that spiritual renewal isn’t only for individuals—it has implications for community, service, and mission. He urged attendees to let the life-giving water of Christ overflow in their work: “When we tap into God’s Spirit, we are empowered to serve boldly, love radically, and heal the brokenness we encounter.”
Adding to the power of the moment, a group of Kachin youth led the congregation in a moving choir song that blended traditional melodies with contemporary harmonies. Their voices rang out with joy and conviction, symbolizing the living water that flows across cultures and generations. The choir’s leadership was a poignant reminder of the global and intergenerational nature of the church’s witness.
Rev. Dr. Zau Sam Lawtah’s sermon powerfully closed the Summit—an invitation to live and serve from an overflowing well of hope and transformation.