Nothing Without Him
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1. Joshua 6:1-27 Israel goes up against Jericho
A. Jericho strong fortified city- The first of ten.
B. Everything was to be destroyed except Rahab and her family-silver, gold, vessels of brass and iron were to come into the treasury of the Lord.
C. They conquered the city and burned it with fire.
Joshua 7:1-26 Israel goes up against Ai
A. Ai was small so there was no need for everyone to go up.
B. The men of Ai put the Israelites on the run and killed 36 of them.
C. God tells Joshua they were defeated because of the disobedience.
D. He will not be with them until the accursed thing is destroyed from them.
E. Achan confesses and he, his family, and everything he has is destroyed.
God did not stop Israel from going into battle with Ai- He just didn't go with them.
A. God won't stop you from doing what you want to, but eventually you will lose.
It's important to make sure God is on your side.
2. Exodus 17:8-13 Israel fights with Amalek
A. The fighting didn't stop when Moses' hands were down, Israel would start losing.
3. Numbers 22:1-12 Balak sends for Balaam to curse Israel
A. They are blessed.
B. Balaam tells Balak that he can only say what God says.
C. Num 23:8 How shall I curse, whom God hath not cursed? or how shall I defy, whom the LORD hath not defied?
D. Num 23:19-23 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? (20) Behold, I have received commandment to bless: and he hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it. (21) He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, neither hath he seen perverseness in Israel: the LORD his God is with him, and the shout of a king is among them. (22) God brought them out of Egypt; he hath as it were the strength of an unicorn. (23) Surely there is no enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any divination against Israel: according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought!
4. Acts 19:11-16 The sons of Sceva
A. God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul
B. The vagabonds tried to use the name of Jesus- They didn't know him.
C. Many people today are going around today with only the assumption of Jesus.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against
us?
A. If God is not for us then we cannot win.
2Ti 1:12 for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
Make sure you know that God is on your side.
NGC 11-17-24
1. Joshua 6:1-27 Israel goes up against Jericho
A. Jericho strong fortified city- The first of ten.
B. Everything was to be destroyed except Rahab and her family-silver, gold, vessels of brass and iron were to come into the treasury of the Lord.
C. They conquered the city and burned it with fire.
Joshua 7:1-26 Israel goes up against Ai
A. Ai was small so there was no need for everyone to go up.
B. The men of Ai put the Israelites on the run and killed 36 of them.
C. God tells Joshua they were defeated because of the disobedience.
D. He will not be with them until the accursed thing is destroyed from them.
E. Achan confesses and he, his family, and everything he has is destroyed.
God did not stop Israel from going into battle with Ai- He just didn't go with them.
A. God won't stop you from doing what you want to, but eventually you will lose.
It's important to make sure God is on your side.
2. Exodus 17:8-13 Israel fights with Amalek
A. The fighting didn't stop when Moses' hands were down, Israel would start losing.
3. Numbers 22:1-12 Balak sends for Balaam to curse Israel
A. They are blessed.
B. Balaam tells Balak that he can only say what God says.
C. Num 23:8 How shall I curse, whom God hath not cursed? or how shall I defy, whom the LORD hath not defied?
D. Num 23:19-23 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? (20) Behold, I have received commandment to bless: and he hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it. (21) He hath not beheld iniquity in Jacob, neither hath he seen perverseness in Israel: the LORD his God is with him, and the shout of a king is among them. (22) God brought them out of Egypt; he hath as it were the strength of an unicorn. (23) Surely there is no enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any divination against Israel: according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought!
4. Acts 19:11-16 The sons of Sceva
A. God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul
B. The vagabonds tried to use the name of Jesus- They didn't know him.
C. Many people today are going around today with only the assumption of Jesus.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against
us?
A. If God is not for us then we cannot win.
2Ti 1:12 for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
Make sure you know that God is on your side.
No Time For Sleep
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1. Prov 4:10-23 Keep thy heart
A. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
B. Pro 4:23 Carefully guard your thoughts because they are the source of true life. CEV
God has moved in such a way to bring a great victory to Christianity, but we can't let our guard down.
A. We must remain vigilant in prayer.
B. We must continue to pull down strongholds.
C. We must continue to press in to the things of God.
2. Matt 12:43-45 When the unclean spirit is gone out.
A. When the space is cleaned of evil, it must be filled with good.
Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, (14) I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
We can't just lie back and say it is all good now.
3. Matt 13:24-30 Tares and the wheat
A. While men slept the enemy came.
4. 1Thes 5:1-11 Let us not sleep as others do
A. We are not in darkness that that day should overtake us.
B. 1Th 5:9 For God has not appointed us to [incur His] wrath [He did not select us to condemn us], but [that we might] obtain [His] salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) AMP
If we are in communion with the Spirit then we have a knowing.
A. We are aware of what time and season we are in.
5. Rom 13:11-14 High time
A. While the world is reeling over the election, the Church understands that this was a sovereign move of God that must be taken advantage of.
B. Joh 9:4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.
There is no time for sleeping. The day is at hand. Start imposing the Kingdom of God on this lost and dying world.
NGC 11-13-24
1. Prov 4:10-23 Keep thy heart
A. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
B. Pro 4:23 Carefully guard your thoughts because they are the source of true life. CEV
God has moved in such a way to bring a great victory to Christianity, but we can't let our guard down.
A. We must remain vigilant in prayer.
B. We must continue to pull down strongholds.
C. We must continue to press in to the things of God.
2. Matt 12:43-45 When the unclean spirit is gone out.
A. When the space is cleaned of evil, it must be filled with good.
Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, (14) I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
We can't just lie back and say it is all good now.
3. Matt 13:24-30 Tares and the wheat
A. While men slept the enemy came.
4. 1Thes 5:1-11 Let us not sleep as others do
A. We are not in darkness that that day should overtake us.
B. 1Th 5:9 For God has not appointed us to [incur His] wrath [He did not select us to condemn us], but [that we might] obtain [His] salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) AMP
If we are in communion with the Spirit then we have a knowing.
A. We are aware of what time and season we are in.
5. Rom 13:11-14 High time
A. While the world is reeling over the election, the Church understands that this was a sovereign move of God that must be taken advantage of.
B. Joh 9:4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.
There is no time for sleeping. The day is at hand. Start imposing the Kingdom of God on this lost and dying world.
Let the World Know
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1. 1Tim 4:12-16 Be an example
A. V. 15-16
The way we live our Christian walk impacts other people's lives.
2. Matt 5:14-16 Let your light so shine
Our example of the goodness of God in our lives might be the only Bible someone sees.
A. Act 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
We were not meant to sit back and be quiet about our relationship with God.
A. In Acts 17 they said, "These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also".
B. Paul went into the synagogue at Thessalonica and started preaching to them.
John 4- Joh 4:28-30 The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men, (29) Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever I did: is not this the Christ? (30) Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.
Mark 5- Mar 5:18-20 And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil prayed him that he might be with him. (19) Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee. (20) And he departed, and began to publish in Decapolis how great things Jesus had done for him: and all men did marvel.
A. When Jesus returned, the whole city went out to meet him.
We have a commission from Jesus- Mat 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: (20) Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
We can't convince others to live for Jesus if we are not doing it ourselves.
A. 2Co 5:11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.
B. Rom 14:16 Let not then your good be evil spoken of:
3. 1Peter 2:9 We have been chosen
A. We have to let the world see Jesus through us.
If we are in Christ, the world ought to see it.
NGC 11-6-24
1. 1Tim 4:12-16 Be an example
A. V. 15-16
The way we live our Christian walk impacts other people's lives.
2. Matt 5:14-16 Let your light so shine
Our example of the goodness of God in our lives might be the only Bible someone sees.
A. Act 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
We were not meant to sit back and be quiet about our relationship with God.
A. In Acts 17 they said, "These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also".
B. Paul went into the synagogue at Thessalonica and started preaching to them.
John 4- Joh 4:28-30 The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men, (29) Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever I did: is not this the Christ? (30) Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.
Mark 5- Mar 5:18-20 And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil prayed him that he might be with him. (19) Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee. (20) And he departed, and began to publish in Decapolis how great things Jesus had done for him: and all men did marvel.
A. When Jesus returned, the whole city went out to meet him.
We have a commission from Jesus- Mat 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: (20) Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
We can't convince others to live for Jesus if we are not doing it ourselves.
A. 2Co 5:11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.
B. Rom 14:16 Let not then your good be evil spoken of:
3. 1Peter 2:9 We have been chosen
A. We have to let the world see Jesus through us.
If we are in Christ, the world ought to see it.
You Choose
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1. Psalm 119:89-91 Forever settled
A. Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
B. Mar 8:38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
C. Joh 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.
D. Joh 12:48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.
E. Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
Ecc 12:13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.
Everything in this universe exists because of God and his Word!
When this country was formed our constitution was written by men who had a firm conviction of God and his Word- Not all were Christian, but they had respect unto the Word.
James Madison later was the lead author to the first amendment to the constitution.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
It was written to keep government out of the Church's business.
A. Some have interpreted it to mean the other way around.
B. They say the Church should stay out of politics.
C. Politics- the activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.
Does the Bible have anything to say about this?
Pro 29:2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
2.Luke 13:31-35 Jesus knew the importance of having right leadership.
A. Luk 13:31-35 At that very hour some Pharisees came up and said to Him, Go away from here, for Herod is determined to kill You. (32) And He said to them, Go and tell that fox [sly and crafty, skulking and cowardly], Behold, I drive out demons and perform healings today and tomorrow, and on the third day I finish (complete) My course. (33) Nevertheless, I must continue on My way today and tomorrow and the day after that--for it will never do for a prophet to be destroyed away from Jerusalem! (34) O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who continue to kill the prophets and to stone those who are sent to you! How often I have desired and yearned to gather your children together [around Me], as a hen [gathers] her young under her wings, but you would not! (35) Behold, your house is forsaken (abandoned, left to you destitute of God's help)! And I tell you, you will not see Me again until the time comes when you shall say, Blessed (to be celebrated with praises) is He Who comes in the name of the Lord! [Ps. 118:26; Jer. 22:5.]AMP
B. It wasn't that God didn't send them a way out, they wouldn't choose it.
3. 1Sam 8:4-22 The people want a king.
A. Samuel warned them, but they wouldn't listen.
B. God gave them what they wanted.
C. God said they have rejected me that I shall not reign over them.
The people had a choice of how they were governed- God or the world
There are those today that say it doesn't matter how you vote- The will of the Lord will be done.
A. God lets you choose who is in power in your government.
Remember that it is the government that ultimately:
A. Took prayer out of school
B. Legalized killing of babies- Some even after birth.
C. Legalized homosexual marriage.
D. Allowed men into women's bathrooms
E. Lied about wearing masks during covid.
F. Forced people to be vaccinated or lose their job.
G. Shut down churches deeming them unessential while leaving abortion clinics and liquor stores open.
H. It is the government that chooses where the tax money they take from you goes.
I. It is the goverment that chooses what curriculum is taught to your child in school.
J. It's the government that wants to give your child sex change assitance without your permission.
Who you vote for aligns you with that governments policies.
Peter speaking to the crowd on pentecost:Act 2:36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
Peter and the Apostles after being commanded not to teach in Jesus' name.Act 5:29-30 Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. (30) The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom ye slew and hanged on a tree.
Stephen before he is stoned: Act 7:52-53 Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which shewed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers: (53) Who have received the law by the disposition of angels, and have not kept it.
When we accepted Jesus as our Savior we made a commitment to love him with all of our mind, body, and soul.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
A. Keeping God's commandments means standing for what God stands for.
Your choices can determine the enviroment in which you and your children live.
NGC 11-3-24
1. Psalm 119:89-91 Forever settled
A. Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
B. Mar 8:38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
C. Joh 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.
D. Joh 12:48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.
E. Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
Ecc 12:13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.
Everything in this universe exists because of God and his Word!
When this country was formed our constitution was written by men who had a firm conviction of God and his Word- Not all were Christian, but they had respect unto the Word.
James Madison later was the lead author to the first amendment to the constitution.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
It was written to keep government out of the Church's business.
A. Some have interpreted it to mean the other way around.
B. They say the Church should stay out of politics.
C. Politics- the activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.
Does the Bible have anything to say about this?
Pro 29:2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
2.Luke 13:31-35 Jesus knew the importance of having right leadership.
A. Luk 13:31-35 At that very hour some Pharisees came up and said to Him, Go away from here, for Herod is determined to kill You. (32) And He said to them, Go and tell that fox [sly and crafty, skulking and cowardly], Behold, I drive out demons and perform healings today and tomorrow, and on the third day I finish (complete) My course. (33) Nevertheless, I must continue on My way today and tomorrow and the day after that--for it will never do for a prophet to be destroyed away from Jerusalem! (34) O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who continue to kill the prophets and to stone those who are sent to you! How often I have desired and yearned to gather your children together [around Me], as a hen [gathers] her young under her wings, but you would not! (35) Behold, your house is forsaken (abandoned, left to you destitute of God's help)! And I tell you, you will not see Me again until the time comes when you shall say, Blessed (to be celebrated with praises) is He Who comes in the name of the Lord! [Ps. 118:26; Jer. 22:5.]AMP
B. It wasn't that God didn't send them a way out, they wouldn't choose it.
3. 1Sam 8:4-22 The people want a king.
A. Samuel warned them, but they wouldn't listen.
B. God gave them what they wanted.
C. God said they have rejected me that I shall not reign over them.
The people had a choice of how they were governed- God or the world
There are those today that say it doesn't matter how you vote- The will of the Lord will be done.
A. God lets you choose who is in power in your government.
Remember that it is the government that ultimately:
A. Took prayer out of school
B. Legalized killing of babies- Some even after birth.
C. Legalized homosexual marriage.
D. Allowed men into women's bathrooms
E. Lied about wearing masks during covid.
F. Forced people to be vaccinated or lose their job.
G. Shut down churches deeming them unessential while leaving abortion clinics and liquor stores open.
H. It is the government that chooses where the tax money they take from you goes.
I. It is the goverment that chooses what curriculum is taught to your child in school.
J. It's the government that wants to give your child sex change assitance without your permission.
Who you vote for aligns you with that governments policies.
Peter speaking to the crowd on pentecost:Act 2:36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
Peter and the Apostles after being commanded not to teach in Jesus' name.Act 5:29-30 Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. (30) The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom ye slew and hanged on a tree.
Stephen before he is stoned: Act 7:52-53 Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which shewed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers: (53) Who have received the law by the disposition of angels, and have not kept it.
When we accepted Jesus as our Savior we made a commitment to love him with all of our mind, body, and soul.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
A. Keeping God's commandments means standing for what God stands for.
Your choices can determine the enviroment in which you and your children live.
Jesus is Knocking
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1. Job 14:14 Shall he live again?
A. Til my change come.
2. 1Corinth 15:49-58 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye
A. Our spirit is changed when we are born again.
B. Our bodies will be changed in the resurrection.
C. Stay stedfast and unmoveable so that you don't miss it.
3. 1Thes 4:13-18 Paul decribes the resurrection
A. The Lord is coming for his people.
B. Both the dead in Christ and those alive in Christ shall be caught up.
Sadly, many will miss this glorious taking up-
4. Heb 4:1-11 Heb 4:1-11 THEREFORE, WHILE the promise of entering His rest still holds and is offered [today], let us be afraid [to distrust it], lest any of you should think he has come too late and has come short of [reaching] it. (2) For indeed we have had the glad tidings [Gospel of God] proclaimed to us just as truly as they [the Israelites of old did when the good news of deliverance from bondage came to them]; but the message they heard did not benefit them, because it was not mixed with faith (with the leaning of the entire personality on God in absolute trust and confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness) by those who heard it; neither were they united in faith with the ones [Joshua and Caleb] who heard (did believe). (3) For we who have believed (adhered to and trusted in and relied on God) do enter that rest, in accordance with His declaration that those [who did not believe] should not enter when He said, As I swore in My wrath, They shall not enter My rest; and this He said although [His] works had been completed and prepared [and waiting for all who would believe] from the foundation of the world. [Ps. 95:11.] (4) For in a certain place He has said this about the seventh day: And God rested on the seventh day from all His works. [Gen. 2:2.] (5) And [they forfeited their part in it, for] in this [passage] He said, They shall not enter My rest. [Ps. 95:11.] (6) Seeing then that the promise remains over [from past times] for some to enter that rest, and that those who formerly were given the good news about it and the opportunity, failed to appropriate it and did not enter because of disobedience, (7) Again He sets a definite day, [a new] Today, [and gives another opportunity of securing that rest] saying through David after so long a time in the words already quoted, Today, if you would hear His voice and when you hear it, do not harden your hearts. [Ps. 95:7, 8.] (8) [This mention of a rest was not a reference to their entering into Canaan.] For if Joshua had given them rest, He [God] would not speak afterward about another day. (9) So then, there is still awaiting a full and complete Sabbath-rest reserved for the [true] people of God; (10) For he who has once entered [God's] rest also has ceased from [the weariness and pain] of human labors, just as God rested from those labors peculiarly His own. [Gen. 2:2.] (11) Let us therefore be zealous and exert ourselves and strive diligently to enter that rest [of God, to know and experience it for ourselves], that no one may fall or perish by the same kind of unbelief and disobedience [into which those in the wilderness fell].
God loves his people so much that He is still giving them a chance to have eternal life.
A. There is coming a day that the invitation will be closed.
If you believe that Jesus is the Son of God and that he died for your sins, why would you take a chance on missing it?
5. Mark 8:34-38 What would you give in exchange
A. The world has nothing worth missing heaven for.
B. Luk 16:22-24 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; (23) And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. (24) And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
C. If the torment wasn't enough, imagine if you looked over and saw one of your children there with you- A result of your disobedience to follow Christ in this life.
Rev 3:20-22 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. (21) To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. (22) He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Jesus is knocking, will you answer?
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1. Job 14:14 Shall he live again?
A. Til my change come.
2. 1Corinth 15:49-58 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye
A. Our spirit is changed when we are born again.
B. Our bodies will be changed in the resurrection.
C. Stay stedfast and unmoveable so that you don't miss it.
3. 1Thes 4:13-18 Paul decribes the resurrection
A. The Lord is coming for his people.
B. Both the dead in Christ and those alive in Christ shall be caught up.
Sadly, many will miss this glorious taking up-
4. Heb 4:1-11 Heb 4:1-11 THEREFORE, WHILE the promise of entering His rest still holds and is offered [today], let us be afraid [to distrust it], lest any of you should think he has come too late and has come short of [reaching] it. (2) For indeed we have had the glad tidings [Gospel of God] proclaimed to us just as truly as they [the Israelites of old did when the good news of deliverance from bondage came to them]; but the message they heard did not benefit them, because it was not mixed with faith (with the leaning of the entire personality on God in absolute trust and confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness) by those who heard it; neither were they united in faith with the ones [Joshua and Caleb] who heard (did believe). (3) For we who have believed (adhered to and trusted in and relied on God) do enter that rest, in accordance with His declaration that those [who did not believe] should not enter when He said, As I swore in My wrath, They shall not enter My rest; and this He said although [His] works had been completed and prepared [and waiting for all who would believe] from the foundation of the world. [Ps. 95:11.] (4) For in a certain place He has said this about the seventh day: And God rested on the seventh day from all His works. [Gen. 2:2.] (5) And [they forfeited their part in it, for] in this [passage] He said, They shall not enter My rest. [Ps. 95:11.] (6) Seeing then that the promise remains over [from past times] for some to enter that rest, and that those who formerly were given the good news about it and the opportunity, failed to appropriate it and did not enter because of disobedience, (7) Again He sets a definite day, [a new] Today, [and gives another opportunity of securing that rest] saying through David after so long a time in the words already quoted, Today, if you would hear His voice and when you hear it, do not harden your hearts. [Ps. 95:7, 8.] (8) [This mention of a rest was not a reference to their entering into Canaan.] For if Joshua had given them rest, He [God] would not speak afterward about another day. (9) So then, there is still awaiting a full and complete Sabbath-rest reserved for the [true] people of God; (10) For he who has once entered [God's] rest also has ceased from [the weariness and pain] of human labors, just as God rested from those labors peculiarly His own. [Gen. 2:2.] (11) Let us therefore be zealous and exert ourselves and strive diligently to enter that rest [of God, to know and experience it for ourselves], that no one may fall or perish by the same kind of unbelief and disobedience [into which those in the wilderness fell].
God loves his people so much that He is still giving them a chance to have eternal life.
A. There is coming a day that the invitation will be closed.
If you believe that Jesus is the Son of God and that he died for your sins, why would you take a chance on missing it?
5. Mark 8:34-38 What would you give in exchange
A. The world has nothing worth missing heaven for.
B. Luk 16:22-24 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; (23) And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. (24) And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
C. If the torment wasn't enough, imagine if you looked over and saw one of your children there with you- A result of your disobedience to follow Christ in this life.
Rev 3:20-22 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. (21) To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. (22) He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Jesus is knocking, will you answer?
Praying Right
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1. 1John 5:14-15 Ask according to his will.
A. God's Word is God's will.
Many have confused God's will in prayer with James 4:15
2. James 4:13-17 If the Lord will
A. Making plans without including God in them.
B. Jas 4:15-17 What you ought to say is, "If the Lord wants us to, we will live and do this or that." (16) Otherwise you are boasting about your own plans, and all such boasting is evil. (17) Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.MSG
Praying in the will of the Lord is praying in accordance to the Word.
3. James 5:13-16 The prayer of faith.
A. Where does faith come from? Romans 10:17
Mark 16:15-18 Lay hands on the sick and they shall recover.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. AMP
Righteous- A person who is living right for God.
Three things that can hinder prayer even for righteous people.
I. Doubt- Destroys faith
Jas 1:5-8 If any of you is deficient in wisdom, let him ask of the giving God [Who gives] to everyone liberally and ungrudgingly, without reproaching or faultfinding, and it will be given him. (6) Only it must be in faith that he asks with no wavering (no hesitating, no doubting). For the one who wavers (hesitates, doubts) is like the billowing surge out at sea that is blown hither and thither and tossed by the wind. (7) For truly, let not such a person imagine that he will receive anything [he asks for] from the Lord, (8) [For being as he is] a man of two minds (hesitating, dubious, irresolute), [he is] unstable and unreliable and uncertain about everything [he thinks, feels, decides]. AMP
4. Mark 11:22-24 Don't doubt in your heart.
II. Unforgiveness- Mark 11:25-26
A. Holding on to a grudge will stop you from receiving from God.
B. You are chained to whatever you won't let go of.
III. Dishonor to a wife
5. 1Peter 3:7 Give honor
A. 1Pe 3:7 In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in God's gift of new life. Treat her as you should so your prayers will not be hindered. NLT
Prayer is our direct line to God. We need to make sure we have a clear connection
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1. 1John 5:14-15 Ask according to his will.
A. God's Word is God's will.
Many have confused God's will in prayer with James 4:15
2. James 4:13-17 If the Lord will
A. Making plans without including God in them.
B. Jas 4:15-17 What you ought to say is, "If the Lord wants us to, we will live and do this or that." (16) Otherwise you are boasting about your own plans, and all such boasting is evil. (17) Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.MSG
Praying in the will of the Lord is praying in accordance to the Word.
3. James 5:13-16 The prayer of faith.
A. Where does faith come from? Romans 10:17
Mark 16:15-18 Lay hands on the sick and they shall recover.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. AMP
Righteous- A person who is living right for God.
Three things that can hinder prayer even for righteous people.
I. Doubt- Destroys faith
Jas 1:5-8 If any of you is deficient in wisdom, let him ask of the giving God [Who gives] to everyone liberally and ungrudgingly, without reproaching or faultfinding, and it will be given him. (6) Only it must be in faith that he asks with no wavering (no hesitating, no doubting). For the one who wavers (hesitates, doubts) is like the billowing surge out at sea that is blown hither and thither and tossed by the wind. (7) For truly, let not such a person imagine that he will receive anything [he asks for] from the Lord, (8) [For being as he is] a man of two minds (hesitating, dubious, irresolute), [he is] unstable and unreliable and uncertain about everything [he thinks, feels, decides]. AMP
4. Mark 11:22-24 Don't doubt in your heart.
II. Unforgiveness- Mark 11:25-26
A. Holding on to a grudge will stop you from receiving from God.
B. You are chained to whatever you won't let go of.
III. Dishonor to a wife
5. 1Peter 3:7 Give honor
A. 1Pe 3:7 In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in God's gift of new life. Treat her as you should so your prayers will not be hindered. NLT
Prayer is our direct line to God. We need to make sure we have a clear connection
God Hasn't Changed
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1. Mal 3:6 I change not.
A. Heb 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
2. Gen 2:7-12 God gave them a land of gold
A. Also precious stones.
God started out giving his man good things.
A. Man didn't ask for them- God wanted him to have them.
3. Deut 6:1-15 Keep his commandments
A. Cities, good things, wells, vineyards, and olive trees.
B. Don't forget about God when you get full.
4. Psalm 103:1-5 David reminds us of God's benefits
A. Once again it is God's will to give us good things.
All these are Old Testament- Has God changed his mind since then?
5. Luke 12:29-32 The Father's good pleasure
A. God still wants us to have good things.
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
6. 2Peter 1:1-4 God has already given it to us.
God hasn't changed, he still wants his children to have good things.
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1. Mal 3:6 I change not.
A. Heb 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
2. Gen 2:7-12 God gave them a land of gold
A. Also precious stones.
God started out giving his man good things.
A. Man didn't ask for them- God wanted him to have them.
3. Deut 6:1-15 Keep his commandments
A. Cities, good things, wells, vineyards, and olive trees.
B. Don't forget about God when you get full.
4. Psalm 103:1-5 David reminds us of God's benefits
A. Once again it is God's will to give us good things.
All these are Old Testament- Has God changed his mind since then?
5. Luke 12:29-32 The Father's good pleasure
A. God still wants us to have good things.
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
6. 2Peter 1:1-4 God has already given it to us.
God hasn't changed, he still wants his children to have good things.
Walk the Walk
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1. 1Corinth 4:1-2 Found faithful
A. Trustworthy, trustful, sure, true
2. Heb 10:21-29 Hold fast the profession of faith
A. Heb 10:23-29 Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep His promise. (24) Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. (25) And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is drawing near. (26) Dear friends, if we deliberately continue sinning after we have received knowledge of the truth, there is no longer any sacrifice that will cover these sins. (27) There is only the terrible expectation of God's judgment and the raging fire that will consume His enemies. (28) For anyone who refused to obey the law of Moses was put to death without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. (29) Just think how much worse the punishment will be for those who have trampled on the Son of God, and have treated the blood of the covenant, which made us holy, as if it were common and unholy, and have insulted and disdained the Holy Spirit who brings God's mercy to us.
Living for God is not a part time thing!
A. When we become a believer, our life takes a back seat to his life.
B. There is nothing you have to do in this world that is so important that it causes you to miss out on heaven.
God expects our full commitment
A. Remember Jesus went to the cross for you even though his flesh didn't want to.
3. 1Sam 15:1-26 Saul disobeys the Lord
A. Partial obedience is still disobedience.
B. Doing what God says just when it is convenient for us is just our attempt to feel better about ourselves.
People watch our lives to see if we live what we say.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
4. Dan 6:1-5 Daniel is faithful
A. The others knew Daniel would not pray to Darius.
B. Daniel didn't allow the decree to pull him away from God.
Jas 1:25 But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.
Psa 27:4 One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.
5. Heb 4:1-2 The Word preached did not profit them.
A. Remember James said it's not the hearer but the doer of the Word.
Don't just talk the talk when it comes to serving God; Walk the walk
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1. 1Corinth 4:1-2 Found faithful
A. Trustworthy, trustful, sure, true
2. Heb 10:21-29 Hold fast the profession of faith
A. Heb 10:23-29 Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep His promise. (24) Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. (25) And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is drawing near. (26) Dear friends, if we deliberately continue sinning after we have received knowledge of the truth, there is no longer any sacrifice that will cover these sins. (27) There is only the terrible expectation of God's judgment and the raging fire that will consume His enemies. (28) For anyone who refused to obey the law of Moses was put to death without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. (29) Just think how much worse the punishment will be for those who have trampled on the Son of God, and have treated the blood of the covenant, which made us holy, as if it were common and unholy, and have insulted and disdained the Holy Spirit who brings God's mercy to us.
Living for God is not a part time thing!
A. When we become a believer, our life takes a back seat to his life.
B. There is nothing you have to do in this world that is so important that it causes you to miss out on heaven.
God expects our full commitment
A. Remember Jesus went to the cross for you even though his flesh didn't want to.
3. 1Sam 15:1-26 Saul disobeys the Lord
A. Partial obedience is still disobedience.
B. Doing what God says just when it is convenient for us is just our attempt to feel better about ourselves.
People watch our lives to see if we live what we say.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
4. Dan 6:1-5 Daniel is faithful
A. The others knew Daniel would not pray to Darius.
B. Daniel didn't allow the decree to pull him away from God.
Jas 1:25 But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.
Psa 27:4 One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.
5. Heb 4:1-2 The Word preached did not profit them.
A. Remember James said it's not the hearer but the doer of the Word.
Don't just talk the talk when it comes to serving God; Walk the walk
Wells
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1. Gen 26:12-22 Isaac digs the wells.
A. Wells were a primary source for their water.
B. The Philistines filled up the wells because they were jealous.
b. Some people get jealous when they see you blessed.
C. Isaac didn't get discouraged when the Philistines would come against him- He just dug another well.
V. 23-32 The blessing of the Lord was so great on Isaac that Abimelech came and made covenant with him.
Pro 16:7 When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
2. John 4:5-15 Well of water
A. Springing up into everlasting life.
Open Well- Dug by hand until they reached a spring.
A.Without water it is just a hole in the ground.
3. 2Peter 2:9-17 Wells without water.
B. They built a box around it to keep out foreign objects.
b. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
C. Sometimes the water would start to dry up-
c. They would have to clean the sediment out of the well.
Son 2:15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.
Drilled Water Well- Drilled by a machine.
A. Drilled to the soft/salt sand for an almost unexhaustable supply of water.
B. All impurities had to be casened off.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
Drilled Oil Well- Drilled hundreds, even to thousands of feet.
A. It had to be drilled into layers of rock that contained oil.
B. The rock needs to be fractured to release a bigger volume of oil.
C. There must be a separator to separate the salt water from the oil so that the oil is pure.
4. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
A. Eph 4:17-20 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind, (18) Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart: (19) Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness. (20) But ye have not so learned Christ;
The world is trying to stop up our well. We must keep it clean so the water can flow.
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1. Gen 26:12-22 Isaac digs the wells.
A. Wells were a primary source for their water.
B. The Philistines filled up the wells because they were jealous.
b. Some people get jealous when they see you blessed.
C. Isaac didn't get discouraged when the Philistines would come against him- He just dug another well.
V. 23-32 The blessing of the Lord was so great on Isaac that Abimelech came and made covenant with him.
Pro 16:7 When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
2. John 4:5-15 Well of water
A. Springing up into everlasting life.
Open Well- Dug by hand until they reached a spring.
A.Without water it is just a hole in the ground.
3. 2Peter 2:9-17 Wells without water.
B. They built a box around it to keep out foreign objects.
b. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
C. Sometimes the water would start to dry up-
c. They would have to clean the sediment out of the well.
Son 2:15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.
Drilled Water Well- Drilled by a machine.
A. Drilled to the soft/salt sand for an almost unexhaustable supply of water.
B. All impurities had to be casened off.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
Drilled Oil Well- Drilled hundreds, even to thousands of feet.
A. It had to be drilled into layers of rock that contained oil.
B. The rock needs to be fractured to release a bigger volume of oil.
C. There must be a separator to separate the salt water from the oil so that the oil is pure.
4. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
A. Eph 4:17-20 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind, (18) Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart: (19) Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness. (20) But ye have not so learned Christ;
The world is trying to stop up our well. We must keep it clean so the water can flow.
Do the Word
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1. 2Tim 4:1-4 Preach the Word
A. 2Ti 4:1-4 I solemnly urge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who will someday judge the living and the dead when He appears to set up His Kingdom: (2) Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. (3) For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. (4) They will reject the truth and chase after myths.
2. 2Tim 2:15-19 Study to shew thyself approved unto God
A. Rightly dividing the word of truth.
B. Hymenaeus and Philetus were arguing that the resurrection had already taken place.
C. 2Ti 2:18 They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith. NLT
We are commanded to study the Word so that we can preach the Word and patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage people with good teaching.
All I can do is preach the Word- It is up to those who hear, what they do with it.
3. James 1:22-25 Be doers of the Word.
A. Being a hearer and not a doer is like reading an instruction manual and then not following it.
B. If you follow the manual, you will be successful.
Jonah didn't follow the instructions he was given and ended up in the belly of the whale.
David didn't follow the instructions and they failed at bring the ark home, costing Uzza his life.
Noah followed the instructions and saved his family. God was able to replenish the earth because he did what God said.
A. It is estimated to have taken Noah 55-75 years to build the ark.
4. Joshua 1:7-9 God commands Joshua to observe and do.
A. It brought prosperity and good success.
Doing the Word is not only doing the letter of the Word, but also attending to the thoughts and intentions of the Word.
A. I don't have to have an exact quote to tell me whether something is right or wrong, if it falls into category of what the Bible teaches, I know it.
5. Psalm 1:1-6 Blessed is the man
A. His delight is in the law of the Lord.
God has given us his Word, what will you do with it?
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1. 2Tim 4:1-4 Preach the Word
A. 2Ti 4:1-4 I solemnly urge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who will someday judge the living and the dead when He appears to set up His Kingdom: (2) Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. (3) For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. (4) They will reject the truth and chase after myths.
2. 2Tim 2:15-19 Study to shew thyself approved unto God
A. Rightly dividing the word of truth.
B. Hymenaeus and Philetus were arguing that the resurrection had already taken place.
C. 2Ti 2:18 They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith. NLT
We are commanded to study the Word so that we can preach the Word and patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage people with good teaching.
All I can do is preach the Word- It is up to those who hear, what they do with it.
3. James 1:22-25 Be doers of the Word.
A. Being a hearer and not a doer is like reading an instruction manual and then not following it.
B. If you follow the manual, you will be successful.
Jonah didn't follow the instructions he was given and ended up in the belly of the whale.
David didn't follow the instructions and they failed at bring the ark home, costing Uzza his life.
Noah followed the instructions and saved his family. God was able to replenish the earth because he did what God said.
A. It is estimated to have taken Noah 55-75 years to build the ark.
4. Joshua 1:7-9 God commands Joshua to observe and do.
A. It brought prosperity and good success.
Doing the Word is not only doing the letter of the Word, but also attending to the thoughts and intentions of the Word.
A. I don't have to have an exact quote to tell me whether something is right or wrong, if it falls into category of what the Bible teaches, I know it.
5. Psalm 1:1-6 Blessed is the man
A. His delight is in the law of the Lord.
God has given us his Word, what will you do with it?
Seasons
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1. Gen 8:22 There are seasons
A. There are natural seasons and there are spiritual seasons.
2. Mark 11:12-14 The fig tree
A. It was not the season for figs in the natural.
A spiritual season cannot be judged by the natural.
3. John 4:35 Jesus sees a spiritual harvest season.
4. John 2:1-5 Marriage in Cana
A. His hour had not come.
B. Joh 7:2-8 Now the Jews' feast of tabernacles was at hand. (3) His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. (4) For there is no man that doeth any thing in secret, and he himself seeketh to be known openly. If thou do these things, shew thyself to the world. (5) For neither did his brethren believe in him. (6) Then Jesus said unto them, My time is not yet come: but your time is alway ready. (7) The world cannot hate you; but me it hateth, because I testify of it, that the works thereof are evil. (8) Go ye up unto this feast: I go not up yet unto this feast; for my time is not yet full come.
When we understand that we are going to go through seasons both in the natural and spirit realm, it will help us to always stand strong.
A. We cannot give up just because we are going through a bad season.
Have you ever noticed that the good seasons seem to fly by?
A. Bad seasons have a purpose.
B. The cold kills pests and softens ground.
5. James 1:2-4 Count it all joy
A. Standing strong through a bad season brings harvest.
B. V.12 Jas 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Learn to recognize the seasons you are in-
A. Spring- A time of sowing
B. Summer- A time of growing
C. Fall- A time of harvest
D. Winter- A time of preparation.
Take advantage of the seasons in your life. Let them mature you into the full measure of Christ.
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1. Gen 8:22 There are seasons
A. There are natural seasons and there are spiritual seasons.
2. Mark 11:12-14 The fig tree
A. It was not the season for figs in the natural.
A spiritual season cannot be judged by the natural.
3. John 4:35 Jesus sees a spiritual harvest season.
4. John 2:1-5 Marriage in Cana
A. His hour had not come.
B. Joh 7:2-8 Now the Jews' feast of tabernacles was at hand. (3) His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. (4) For there is no man that doeth any thing in secret, and he himself seeketh to be known openly. If thou do these things, shew thyself to the world. (5) For neither did his brethren believe in him. (6) Then Jesus said unto them, My time is not yet come: but your time is alway ready. (7) The world cannot hate you; but me it hateth, because I testify of it, that the works thereof are evil. (8) Go ye up unto this feast: I go not up yet unto this feast; for my time is not yet full come.
When we understand that we are going to go through seasons both in the natural and spirit realm, it will help us to always stand strong.
A. We cannot give up just because we are going through a bad season.
Have you ever noticed that the good seasons seem to fly by?
A. Bad seasons have a purpose.
B. The cold kills pests and softens ground.
5. James 1:2-4 Count it all joy
A. Standing strong through a bad season brings harvest.
B. V.12 Jas 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Learn to recognize the seasons you are in-
A. Spring- A time of sowing
B. Summer- A time of growing
C. Fall- A time of harvest
D. Winter- A time of preparation.
Take advantage of the seasons in your life. Let them mature you into the full measure of Christ.
Fight For Life
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
A. Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
A. There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
B. We can't get so caught up in the natural that we go against the spiritual.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
A. Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
A. Don't let go of your blessing just because things are hard.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
A. Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
A. There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
B. We can't get so caught up in the natural that we go against the spiritual.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
A. Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
A. Don't let go of your blessing just because things are hard.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
Anointed
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1. Isaiah 10:27 Because of the anointing.
A. The anointing is a special endowment from God.
2. 2Co 1:20-21 For as many as are the promises of God, they all find their Yes [answer] in Him [Christ]. For this reason we also utter the Amen (so be it) to God through Him [in His Person and by His agency] to the glory of God. (21) But it is God Who confirms and makes us steadfast and establishes us [in joint fellowship] with you in Christ, and has consecrated and anointed us [enduing us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit];AMP
3. 1John 2:18-20 You have an unction
A.1Jn 2:18-20 My children, the end is near! You were told that the Enemy of Christ would come; and now many enemies of Christ have already appeared, and so we know that the end is near. (19) These people really did not belong to our fellowship, and that is why they left us; if they had belonged to our fellowship, they would have stayed with us. But they left so that it might be clear that none of them really belonged to us. (20) But you have had the Holy Spirit poured out on you by Christ, and so all of you know the truth.GNB
B. 1Jn 2:20 But you have been anointed by [you hold a sacred appointment from, you have been given an unction from] the Holy One, and you all know [the Truth] or you know all things.
The anointing gives you a knowing-
C. 1John 2:26-29 Teacheth you all things
a. You are not deceived by the worlds lies.
Why is it so important that I understand that I am anointed?
So you understand the power that is in you!
4. 2Kings 13:20-21 Elisha's bones
A. The anointing was still in his bones.
B. If the anointing in a dead man's bones raised a man to life, how much more the anointing in a living, breathing believer?
5. James 5:16 Your prayers are anointed
A. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. NLT
B. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. MSG
C. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. AMP
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! AMP
6. Mark 16:17-20 These signs
You have been anointing for this time- Use that anointing to destroy the works of darkness
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1. Isaiah 10:27 Because of the anointing.
A. The anointing is a special endowment from God.
2. 2Co 1:20-21 For as many as are the promises of God, they all find their Yes [answer] in Him [Christ]. For this reason we also utter the Amen (so be it) to God through Him [in His Person and by His agency] to the glory of God. (21) But it is God Who confirms and makes us steadfast and establishes us [in joint fellowship] with you in Christ, and has consecrated and anointed us [enduing us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit];AMP
3. 1John 2:18-20 You have an unction
A.1Jn 2:18-20 My children, the end is near! You were told that the Enemy of Christ would come; and now many enemies of Christ have already appeared, and so we know that the end is near. (19) These people really did not belong to our fellowship, and that is why they left us; if they had belonged to our fellowship, they would have stayed with us. But they left so that it might be clear that none of them really belonged to us. (20) But you have had the Holy Spirit poured out on you by Christ, and so all of you know the truth.GNB
B. 1Jn 2:20 But you have been anointed by [you hold a sacred appointment from, you have been given an unction from] the Holy One, and you all know [the Truth] or you know all things.
The anointing gives you a knowing-
C. 1John 2:26-29 Teacheth you all things
a. You are not deceived by the worlds lies.
Why is it so important that I understand that I am anointed?
So you understand the power that is in you!
4. 2Kings 13:20-21 Elisha's bones
A. The anointing was still in his bones.
B. If the anointing in a dead man's bones raised a man to life, how much more the anointing in a living, breathing believer?
5. James 5:16 Your prayers are anointed
A. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. NLT
B. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. MSG
C. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. AMP
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! AMP
6. Mark 16:17-20 These signs
You have been anointing for this time- Use that anointing to destroy the works of darkness
Break Out
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1. Gal 6:9 We shall reap if we faint not.
There is a lot of talk about how bad things are.
We serve a God that is able to take care of us.
2. Isaiah 61:1-7 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me.
A. Jesus quoted this in Luke 4.
God gave Job double after his trouble.
Job 42:10 And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.
God called the devil's attacks on Job captivity.
It's about time for us to have a prision break.
Break out of your: Depression--
Break out of that Attitude that its not going to happen for you.
Break out of that Prisoner mentality-- I'll never be free-- You're free right now!
3. Psalm 37:23-26 I have not seen the righteous forsaken.
If you want to enjoy this life you have two choices:
Psa 137:1-4 By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. (2) We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof. (3) For there they that carried us away captive required of us a song; and they that wasted us required of us mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion. (4) How shall we sing the LORD's song in a strange land?
A. Just too depressed to praise.
Act 16:22-26 And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them. (23) And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailer to keep them safely: (24) Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks. (25) And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. (26) And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one's bands were loosed.
A. The jailor go saved- his family got saved- everyone that was in his house got saved.
B. Paul and Silas got acquitted.
When you choose to praise God even in bad times, people around you will get set free.
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1. Gal 6:9 We shall reap if we faint not.
There is a lot of talk about how bad things are.
We serve a God that is able to take care of us.
2. Isaiah 61:1-7 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me.
A. Jesus quoted this in Luke 4.
God gave Job double after his trouble.
Job 42:10 And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.
God called the devil's attacks on Job captivity.
It's about time for us to have a prision break.
Break out of your: Depression--
Break out of that Attitude that its not going to happen for you.
Break out of that Prisoner mentality-- I'll never be free-- You're free right now!
3. Psalm 37:23-26 I have not seen the righteous forsaken.
If you want to enjoy this life you have two choices:
Psa 137:1-4 By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. (2) We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof. (3) For there they that carried us away captive required of us a song; and they that wasted us required of us mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion. (4) How shall we sing the LORD's song in a strange land?
A. Just too depressed to praise.
Act 16:22-26 And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them. (23) And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailer to keep them safely: (24) Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks. (25) And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. (26) And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one's bands were loosed.
A. The jailor go saved- his family got saved- everyone that was in his house got saved.
B. Paul and Silas got acquitted.
When you choose to praise God even in bad times, people around you will get set free.
A Lifestyle That Points to Jesus
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1. Psalm 9:17-20 All nations that forget God.
A. We better remember where we come from and know where we are going.
Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
2. Job 8:11-22 We must have God in our lives
A. A person without roots in God will perish.
B. An upright man will not be cast away, but filled with laughing and rejoicing.
If we are not rooted and grounded in God, where will our children end up?
3. Pslam 78:5-8 He establish a testimony
A. Testimony- witness
B. If we are not teaching our children, who will?
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
A. Training is more than teaching- It is also acting on what you teach them!
B. Talk is cheap! Don't be like politicians; Say one thing, but do something else.
C. Don't say you are for God and have actions to the contrary.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
4. Hosea 4:6-7 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. Forgotten the law of God; Causing the children to be forgotten.
B. Why did they forget? As they were increased.
Hos 4:7 The more they increased and multiplied [in prosperity and power], the more they sinned against Me; AMP
God's provisions to us are not so we can become independent from Him.
A. He blesses and increases us so that we can become a greater witness in the kingdom of God.
5. Acts 4:6-13 Examined for healing the man at the gate
A. He gave God all the glory for the man's healing.
B. He witnessed that there was only one way into heaven.
C. Their witness was so great that they acknowledged that they had been with Jesus.
Our lifestyle should point everyone, including our children, to Jesus
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1. Psalm 9:17-20 All nations that forget God.
A. We better remember where we come from and know where we are going.
Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
2. Job 8:11-22 We must have God in our lives
A. A person without roots in God will perish.
B. An upright man will not be cast away, but filled with laughing and rejoicing.
If we are not rooted and grounded in God, where will our children end up?
3. Pslam 78:5-8 He establish a testimony
A. Testimony- witness
B. If we are not teaching our children, who will?
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
A. Training is more than teaching- It is also acting on what you teach them!
B. Talk is cheap! Don't be like politicians; Say one thing, but do something else.
C. Don't say you are for God and have actions to the contrary.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
4. Hosea 4:6-7 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. Forgotten the law of God; Causing the children to be forgotten.
B. Why did they forget? As they were increased.
Hos 4:7 The more they increased and multiplied [in prosperity and power], the more they sinned against Me; AMP
God's provisions to us are not so we can become independent from Him.
A. He blesses and increases us so that we can become a greater witness in the kingdom of God.
5. Acts 4:6-13 Examined for healing the man at the gate
A. He gave God all the glory for the man's healing.
B. He witnessed that there was only one way into heaven.
C. Their witness was so great that they acknowledged that they had been with Jesus.
Our lifestyle should point everyone, including our children, to Jesus
Living Victoriously
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1. Romans 8:31-32 God wants us to live victorious.
A. The secret is to live life with Him!
Phi 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
In order to live victorious, we need to get a couple of things lined up.
I. Our Attitude-
A. Get rid of your stinking thinking.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
B. You have to see yourself Victorious. - Don't compare yourself........
b. Illust- The Little Engine that Could.
C. Numbers 13- 10 Spies saw themselves as grasshoppers- Caleb said we are well able.
aa. You are guaranteed to fail if you can't see yourself winning.
Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
bb. You are guaranteed to fail if you don't change your thinking. Don't be set-Allow room for change.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
II. Our Believing-
A. Your life will only be as good as what you believe.
B. Your level of victorious living will depend upon how much of what you believe is based upon the Word of God.
2. Prov 4:20-23 The Word brings life and health.
When people say- I don't believe there is anything wrong with.........
Illust- A combination lock has only one way of opening.
We must base our life on what the Word says.
1Jo 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. (5) Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
Victorious living is as easy as believing What God says and allowing it to come to pass in your life.
Get rid of fear- Inferiority, swallow pride-
You can do it!
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1. Romans 8:31-32 God wants us to live victorious.
A. The secret is to live life with Him!
Phi 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Joh 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
In order to live victorious, we need to get a couple of things lined up.
I. Our Attitude-
A. Get rid of your stinking thinking.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
B. You have to see yourself Victorious. - Don't compare yourself........
b. Illust- The Little Engine that Could.
C. Numbers 13- 10 Spies saw themselves as grasshoppers- Caleb said we are well able.
aa. You are guaranteed to fail if you can't see yourself winning.
Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
bb. You are guaranteed to fail if you don't change your thinking. Don't be set-Allow room for change.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
II. Our Believing-
A. Your life will only be as good as what you believe.
B. Your level of victorious living will depend upon how much of what you believe is based upon the Word of God.
2. Prov 4:20-23 The Word brings life and health.
When people say- I don't believe there is anything wrong with.........
Illust- A combination lock has only one way of opening.
We must base our life on what the Word says.
1Jo 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. (5) Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
Victorious living is as easy as believing What God says and allowing it to come to pass in your life.
Get rid of fear- Inferiority, swallow pride-
You can do it!
Knowing
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1. 2Tim 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved
A. An informed believer is a prepared believer.
B. 1Pe 3:15-16 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: (16) Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
2. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture is profitable.
A. Not just certain scriptures.
We can miss out on the things of God we don't know about.
A. If you don't know, you don't know.
3. Acts 19:1-2 Have ye received the Holy Ghost
A. They had not heard.
B. You cannot have faith to receive something you don't know about.
4. Romans 10:6-21 Faith comes by hearing
A. Righteousness comes by faith
B. Faith comes by hearing
C. Faith works by acting on what you hear.
5. Romans 1:16-22 We have no excuse for not knowing
A. We can look around at creation and know there is a God
B. We have his Word so we can know God.
Knowing the Word will bring the blessing of God
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1. 2Tim 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved
A. An informed believer is a prepared believer.
B. 1Pe 3:15-16 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: (16) Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
2. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture is profitable.
A. Not just certain scriptures.
We can miss out on the things of God we don't know about.
A. If you don't know, you don't know.
3. Acts 19:1-2 Have ye received the Holy Ghost
A. They had not heard.
B. You cannot have faith to receive something you don't know about.
4. Romans 10:6-21 Faith comes by hearing
A. Righteousness comes by faith
B. Faith comes by hearing
C. Faith works by acting on what you hear.
5. Romans 1:16-22 We have no excuse for not knowing
A. We can look around at creation and know there is a God
B. We have his Word so we can know God.
Knowing the Word will bring the blessing of God
Believers
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1. Eph 5:15-20 Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people), (16) Making the very most of the time [buying up each opportunity], because the days are evil. (17) Therefore do not be vague and thoughtless and foolish, but understanding and firmly grasping what the will of the Lord is. (18) And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but ever be filled and stimulated with the [Holy] Spirit. [Prov. 23:20.] (19) Speak out to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, offering praise with voices [and instruments] and making melody with all your heart to the Lord, (20) At all times and for everything giving thanks in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God the Father. AMP
Believers cannot live their lives haphazardly- There is too much at stake for us to misrepresent the Kingdom of God.
2. 1Tim 4:12-16 Be an example
A. Being an example benefits us and those around us.
Many unbelievers judge the Church by the deeds of those that call themselves believers.
A. Actions speak louder than words.
3. 1Thes 2:10-13 Paul's example
A. Because of their actions, the people recieved the truth of the Word.
4. 2Thes 3:6-9 Paul reminds them the second time
A. They denied themselves to be an example.
5. Colos 1:7-14 Walk worthy
A. Translated into the kingdom of his dear Son.
6. Eph 4:1-6 Walk worthy as a member of God's family.
A. We are all part of the same family, therefore we should all be showing the world how important it is to be part of that family.
We are in control of our actions. Let's show the world what it really means to be a believer.
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1. Eph 5:15-20 Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people), (16) Making the very most of the time [buying up each opportunity], because the days are evil. (17) Therefore do not be vague and thoughtless and foolish, but understanding and firmly grasping what the will of the Lord is. (18) And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but ever be filled and stimulated with the [Holy] Spirit. [Prov. 23:20.] (19) Speak out to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, offering praise with voices [and instruments] and making melody with all your heart to the Lord, (20) At all times and for everything giving thanks in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God the Father. AMP
Believers cannot live their lives haphazardly- There is too much at stake for us to misrepresent the Kingdom of God.
2. 1Tim 4:12-16 Be an example
A. Being an example benefits us and those around us.
Many unbelievers judge the Church by the deeds of those that call themselves believers.
A. Actions speak louder than words.
3. 1Thes 2:10-13 Paul's example
A. Because of their actions, the people recieved the truth of the Word.
4. 2Thes 3:6-9 Paul reminds them the second time
A. They denied themselves to be an example.
5. Colos 1:7-14 Walk worthy
A. Translated into the kingdom of his dear Son.
6. Eph 4:1-6 Walk worthy as a member of God's family.
A. We are all part of the same family, therefore we should all be showing the world how important it is to be part of that family.
We are in control of our actions. Let's show the world what it really means to be a believer.
Lies
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1. 1Kings 22:1-38 A Lying spirit
A. The purpose of a lie is to get others to believe it.
B. All the prophets were saying the same thing.
C. Everyone believed the prophets, even Ahab.
D. Even though Micaiah was told to say the same thing, he was not decieved by the lying spirit. He only said what the Lord said.
A Lie affects both the teller and the hearer.
A. Rev 21:8 But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
B. Many times a liar thinks they got away with it, but God knows.
2. 1Kings 13:1-32 The Old Prophet lies
A. The man of God died because he believed the lie.
3. Matt 2:7-16 Herod lies to the wise men
A. The wise men had to be warned of God not to return to Herod.
B. Herod killed all children under 2 years old.
4. Acts 4:32-5:11 Ananias and Sapphira lie
A. Their lie did not decieve the Holy Ghost.
B. It cost them their lives.
The lying spirit is still in operation today.
A. The greatest lie ever told is that you have plenty of time to give your life to the Lord.
Don't fall for the lies. You have the Holy Ghost living inside you and he will guide you into all truth.
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1. 1Kings 22:1-38 A Lying spirit
A. The purpose of a lie is to get others to believe it.
B. All the prophets were saying the same thing.
C. Everyone believed the prophets, even Ahab.
D. Even though Micaiah was told to say the same thing, he was not decieved by the lying spirit. He only said what the Lord said.
A Lie affects both the teller and the hearer.
A. Rev 21:8 But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
B. Many times a liar thinks they got away with it, but God knows.
2. 1Kings 13:1-32 The Old Prophet lies
A. The man of God died because he believed the lie.
3. Matt 2:7-16 Herod lies to the wise men
A. The wise men had to be warned of God not to return to Herod.
B. Herod killed all children under 2 years old.
4. Acts 4:32-5:11 Ananias and Sapphira lie
A. Their lie did not decieve the Holy Ghost.
B. It cost them their lives.
The lying spirit is still in operation today.
A. The greatest lie ever told is that you have plenty of time to give your life to the Lord.
Don't fall for the lies. You have the Holy Ghost living inside you and he will guide you into all truth.
One Thing
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1. Psalm 27:1-4 One thing have I desired.
A. David was a man after Gods heart.
Our desires can lead us away from the things of God if we are not careful.
A. Money and other things.
B. Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. (16) For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. (17) And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.NLT
B. There is a difference in using the things of the world and loving them.
3. Col 3:1-4 Set your affection on things above
A. We live on this earth, but it is not our destination.
B. Heaven is our real home; Therefore while we live here, our eyes need to be fixed on heaven.
Because we live in this fleshly body, every day a decision must be made to seek after the things of God.
A. 2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica;
B. 2Ti 4:10 Demas loves the things of this world so much that he left me and went to Thessalonica.
How do we keep from falling in love with the world?
4. 2Peter 1:1-10 We remind ourselves of the promises of God.
A. We remind ourselves that there is nothing on this earth that is worth missing heaven for.
B. The reason we gave our lives to Jesus in the first place was to escape hell.
C. If we maintain our relationship with Jesus (making our calling and election sure), we shall never fall.
5. Heb 11:24-26 Moses chose God over Egypt
A. Heb 11:24-26 It was by faith that Moses, when he grew up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter. (25) He chose to share the oppression of God's people instead of enjoying the fleeting pleasures of sin. (26) He thought it was better to suffer for the sake of Christ than to own the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking ahead to his great reward.NLT
Don't let the temporary things of this world cause you to miss the eternal glory that God has prepared for you.
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1. Psalm 27:1-4 One thing have I desired.
A. David was a man after Gods heart.
Our desires can lead us away from the things of God if we are not careful.
A. Money and other things.
B. Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. (16) For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. (17) And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.NLT
B. There is a difference in using the things of the world and loving them.
3. Col 3:1-4 Set your affection on things above
A. We live on this earth, but it is not our destination.
B. Heaven is our real home; Therefore while we live here, our eyes need to be fixed on heaven.
Because we live in this fleshly body, every day a decision must be made to seek after the things of God.
A. 2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica;
B. 2Ti 4:10 Demas loves the things of this world so much that he left me and went to Thessalonica.
How do we keep from falling in love with the world?
4. 2Peter 1:1-10 We remind ourselves of the promises of God.
A. We remind ourselves that there is nothing on this earth that is worth missing heaven for.
B. The reason we gave our lives to Jesus in the first place was to escape hell.
C. If we maintain our relationship with Jesus (making our calling and election sure), we shall never fall.
5. Heb 11:24-26 Moses chose God over Egypt
A. Heb 11:24-26 It was by faith that Moses, when he grew up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter. (25) He chose to share the oppression of God's people instead of enjoying the fleeting pleasures of sin. (26) He thought it was better to suffer for the sake of Christ than to own the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking ahead to his great reward.NLT
Don't let the temporary things of this world cause you to miss the eternal glory that God has prepared for you.
Live Life
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1. John 10:10 Jesus came to give us life
A. Joh 10:10 The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. Joh 10:10 A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
Being a believer is more than just going to heaven; It's about enjoying life now.
A. Mar 10:29-30 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, (30) But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.
As long as we live on this earth, we will face oppositions.
A. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation:(pressure;anguish, burdened, persecution,trouble) but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
That's why it is so important that we live a life of faith!
A. Our faith doesn't neccessarily always keep things from coming at us, but it does give us the power to overcome whatever it is.
The life of faith is belief, confession, action, and attitude.
A. Our attitude toward God and his Word makes all the difference.
2. Matt 5:44-45 On the just and the unjust.
A. That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven.
B. It's a different attitude than the world has.
3. Luke 6:45-49 House founded on the rock
A. Your attitude will come out of your mouth.
B. Same flood- The house built on the rock stood the storm.
4. Gal 5:7-10 As we have opportunity- do good
A. The life we sow is the life we will reap.
B. You can't do good to some people.
C. Especially to the household of faith.
Don't allow the negativity of the world to cause you to miss out on the abundant life Jesus came to give you.
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1. John 10:10 Jesus came to give us life
A. Joh 10:10 The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. Joh 10:10 A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
Being a believer is more than just going to heaven; It's about enjoying life now.
A. Mar 10:29-30 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, (30) But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.
As long as we live on this earth, we will face oppositions.
A. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation:(pressure;anguish, burdened, persecution,trouble) but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
That's why it is so important that we live a life of faith!
A. Our faith doesn't neccessarily always keep things from coming at us, but it does give us the power to overcome whatever it is.
The life of faith is belief, confession, action, and attitude.
A. Our attitude toward God and his Word makes all the difference.
2. Matt 5:44-45 On the just and the unjust.
A. That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven.
B. It's a different attitude than the world has.
3. Luke 6:45-49 House founded on the rock
A. Your attitude will come out of your mouth.
B. Same flood- The house built on the rock stood the storm.
4. Gal 5:7-10 As we have opportunity- do good
A. The life we sow is the life we will reap.
B. You can't do good to some people.
C. Especially to the household of faith.
Don't allow the negativity of the world to cause you to miss out on the abundant life Jesus came to give you.
Believe His Words
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1. Psalm 119:89-106 Thy Word is settled in heaven.
A. The Word of God is still holding this world together.
B. The wicked hate the Word because it reveals the truth.
C. The righteous love the Word because it sets them on a plain above the world.
Psa 119:100-101 I understand more than the ancients, because I keep thy precepts. (101) I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word.
Psa 119:104 Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way.
The Word of God opens up our eyes to understand God's truths.
2. 2Corinth 4:1-4 Blinded minds
A. The world doesn't want to hear the truth.
3. John 10:11-39 The Jews want to stone Jesus
A. They hated Jesus for what he said.
B. Some were smart enough to see the results of what he was doing and had done.
C. Joh 10:37-39 If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not. (38) But if I do, though ye believe not me, believe the works: that ye may know, and believe, that the Father is in me, and I in him. (39) Therefore they sought again to take him: but he escaped out of their hand,
For them to admit that Jesus was who he said he was would go against everything they stood for- So they wanted to get rid of Him.
The pride of humanity is so strong, that rather than admit that they need a Savior, some people would rather go to hell.
Even after Jesus rose from the dead and proved he was the Son of God, there were those that would not believe the truth.
4. Acts 7:48-60 Stephen preaches to an unreceiving crowd.
A. Rather than receive the truth, they gnashed upon him with their teeth.
B. They cried with a loud voice, stopped their ears, and stoned Stephen to death.
Jesus was crucified for speaking the truth- Stephen was stoned for speaking the truth.
You can kill the messenger, but you will never kill the truth.
The truth is: Joh 3:16-21 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. (18) He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. (19) And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. (20) For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. (21) But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
You might not like the words I say, but you can look around you and see the evidence of God. The same God who made everything also made a way for you to come and live with him in heaven for an eternity.
Today we have a choice to believe his words and be saved, or reject his words and be damned. Please choose to believe.
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1. Psalm 119:89-106 Thy Word is settled in heaven.
A. The Word of God is still holding this world together.
B. The wicked hate the Word because it reveals the truth.
C. The righteous love the Word because it sets them on a plain above the world.
Psa 119:100-101 I understand more than the ancients, because I keep thy precepts. (101) I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word.
Psa 119:104 Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way.
The Word of God opens up our eyes to understand God's truths.
2. 2Corinth 4:1-4 Blinded minds
A. The world doesn't want to hear the truth.
3. John 10:11-39 The Jews want to stone Jesus
A. They hated Jesus for what he said.
B. Some were smart enough to see the results of what he was doing and had done.
C. Joh 10:37-39 If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not. (38) But if I do, though ye believe not me, believe the works: that ye may know, and believe, that the Father is in me, and I in him. (39) Therefore they sought again to take him: but he escaped out of their hand,
For them to admit that Jesus was who he said he was would go against everything they stood for- So they wanted to get rid of Him.
The pride of humanity is so strong, that rather than admit that they need a Savior, some people would rather go to hell.
Even after Jesus rose from the dead and proved he was the Son of God, there were those that would not believe the truth.
4. Acts 7:48-60 Stephen preaches to an unreceiving crowd.
A. Rather than receive the truth, they gnashed upon him with their teeth.
B. They cried with a loud voice, stopped their ears, and stoned Stephen to death.
Jesus was crucified for speaking the truth- Stephen was stoned for speaking the truth.
You can kill the messenger, but you will never kill the truth.
The truth is: Joh 3:16-21 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. (18) He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. (19) And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. (20) For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. (21) But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
You might not like the words I say, but you can look around you and see the evidence of God. The same God who made everything also made a way for you to come and live with him in heaven for an eternity.
Today we have a choice to believe his words and be saved, or reject his words and be damned. Please choose to believe.
Stay on top
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A good surfer is able to read the water and know how to stay on top of the wave.
A. Too far back- you miss the power of the thrust.
B. Too far forward- Crash and burn
1. Matt 25:1-13 The foolish virgins
A. They had an oportunity to be on top, but chose not to be prepared.
2. Matt 22:1-14 No wedding garment.
A. He did not come when everyone was being invited.
B. When he did decide to come in, it was too late- He was not clothed properly.
C. Only those that have put on the righteousness of Christ will enter.
When we don't stay active in our faith, we can miss out on what God wants us to be a part of.
3. Acts 1:4-5; 12-26 Matthias is chosen.
A. Jesus told them to go wait until they we baptized in the Holy Ghost.
B. They chose two before they prayed.
C. They didn't wait for God to answer, they drew straws.
It's admirable that they wanted to fulfil the scriptures, but things have to be done in God's timing and with whom God chooses.
Matthias isn't mentioned any more in the New Testament
Paul was always God's choice to be the 12th Apostle.
Gal 1:1 Paul, an apostle, (not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised him from the dead;)
1Co 9:1 Am I not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in the Lord?
4. Phil 4:4-13 Paul knew how to stay on top.
A. V9-Php 4:9 Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.
B. Paul had learned how to read the water/Spirit.
C. He knew that everything he did was through Christ.
God wants us on top. We are the head; we are above only.
God wants us to ride the wave of his Spirit all the way home. Make sure you stay positioned on top.
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A good surfer is able to read the water and know how to stay on top of the wave.
A. Too far back- you miss the power of the thrust.
B. Too far forward- Crash and burn
1. Matt 25:1-13 The foolish virgins
A. They had an oportunity to be on top, but chose not to be prepared.
2. Matt 22:1-14 No wedding garment.
A. He did not come when everyone was being invited.
B. When he did decide to come in, it was too late- He was not clothed properly.
C. Only those that have put on the righteousness of Christ will enter.
When we don't stay active in our faith, we can miss out on what God wants us to be a part of.
3. Acts 1:4-5; 12-26 Matthias is chosen.
A. Jesus told them to go wait until they we baptized in the Holy Ghost.
B. They chose two before they prayed.
C. They didn't wait for God to answer, they drew straws.
It's admirable that they wanted to fulfil the scriptures, but things have to be done in God's timing and with whom God chooses.
Matthias isn't mentioned any more in the New Testament
Paul was always God's choice to be the 12th Apostle.
Gal 1:1 Paul, an apostle, (not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised him from the dead;)
1Co 9:1 Am I not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in the Lord?
4. Phil 4:4-13 Paul knew how to stay on top.
A. V9-Php 4:9 Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.
B. Paul had learned how to read the water/Spirit.
C. He knew that everything he did was through Christ.
God wants us on top. We are the head; we are above only.
God wants us to ride the wave of his Spirit all the way home. Make sure you stay positioned on top.
The Fourth Man
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1. Heb 13:5-6 Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you have]; for He [God] Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. [I will] not, [I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let [you] down (relax My hold on you)! [Assuredly not!] [Josh. 1:5.] (6) So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me? AMP
When we gave our life to Jesus, we entered into a covenant with Him.
A. To bind ones self by contract.
B. We are bound to Him and He to us- He is always with us.
God is omni-present- Ever present
2. Psalm 139:7-17 Whither shall I go from thy spirit?
When we understand that God is really with us all the time, it changes the the dynamic
A. One can chase a thousand but two put ten thousand to flight. Deu 32
3. Psalm 91:1-16 It shall not come nigh thee
A. He shall call upon me and I will answer.
B. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation.
Psa 34:4-8 I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. (5) They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. (6) This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles. (7) The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them. (8) O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
4. Dan 3 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
A. Who is that God that shall deliver you out of my hands?
B. Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king.
C. Dan 3:25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.
D. Then the king promoted them.
The enemy will do everything he can to try to bring you down, but you have to remember that God is right there with you.
A. Psa 42:11 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
5. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not his benefits
God has promised he will always be with us. I trust his promise
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1. Heb 13:5-6 Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you have]; for He [God] Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. [I will] not, [I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let [you] down (relax My hold on you)! [Assuredly not!] [Josh. 1:5.] (6) So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me? AMP
When we gave our life to Jesus, we entered into a covenant with Him.
A. To bind ones self by contract.
B. We are bound to Him and He to us- He is always with us.
God is omni-present- Ever present
2. Psalm 139:7-17 Whither shall I go from thy spirit?
When we understand that God is really with us all the time, it changes the the dynamic
A. One can chase a thousand but two put ten thousand to flight. Deu 32
3. Psalm 91:1-16 It shall not come nigh thee
A. He shall call upon me and I will answer.
B. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation.
Psa 34:4-8 I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. (5) They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. (6) This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles. (7) The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them. (8) O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
4. Dan 3 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
A. Who is that God that shall deliver you out of my hands?
B. Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king.
C. Dan 3:25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.
D. Then the king promoted them.
The enemy will do everything he can to try to bring you down, but you have to remember that God is right there with you.
A. Psa 42:11 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
5. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not his benefits
God has promised he will always be with us. I trust his promise
Stand for What is Right
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1. 2Thes 2:5-17 Stand fast
A. Those that don't believe truth shall be damned.
B. Those that believe can take comfort.
All through the Bible we see people who trusted God take a stand.
2. 1Sam 17:1-53 David stood against Goliath
A. All of the Israel army was afraid.
B. David trusted in the Lord.
3. 2Sam 23:8-12 David's mighty men
A. They all took a stand against the enemy.
Christians have so bought in to this cancel society that they are afraid to say anything against the wrong they see.
A. Politically correct and Biblically correct are usually opposite.
B. It's okay for the world to come against Christianity, but the Church is not supposed to say anything about the immorality that's going on.
Don't think you will not be affected if you try to stay neutral- You are either for God or you are not.
4. Esther 4:12-14 Such a time as this
A. You might not stand but someone will.
5. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore.
If Believers don't stand for what is right, who will?
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1. 2Thes 2:5-17 Stand fast
A. Those that don't believe truth shall be damned.
B. Those that believe can take comfort.
All through the Bible we see people who trusted God take a stand.
2. 1Sam 17:1-53 David stood against Goliath
A. All of the Israel army was afraid.
B. David trusted in the Lord.
3. 2Sam 23:8-12 David's mighty men
A. They all took a stand against the enemy.
Christians have so bought in to this cancel society that they are afraid to say anything against the wrong they see.
A. Politically correct and Biblically correct are usually opposite.
B. It's okay for the world to come against Christianity, but the Church is not supposed to say anything about the immorality that's going on.
Don't think you will not be affected if you try to stay neutral- You are either for God or you are not.
4. Esther 4:12-14 Such a time as this
A. You might not stand but someone will.
5. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore.
If Believers don't stand for what is right, who will?
The Word Hasn't Changed
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1. Eccl 12:10-14 Whole duty of man
A. Ecc 12:10-14 The Preacher sought acceptable words, even to write down rightly words of truth or correct sentiment. (11) The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and firmly fixed [in the mind] like nails are the collected sayings which are given [as proceeding] from one Shepherd. [Ezek. 37:24.] (12) But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh. (13) All has been heard; the end of the matter is: Fear God [revere and worship Him, knowing that He is] and keep His commandments, for this is the whole of man [the full, original purpose of his creation, the object of God's providence, the root of character, the foundation of all happiness, the adjustment to all inharmonious circumstances and conditions under the sun] and the whole [duty] for every man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it is good or evil. [Matt. 12:36; Acts 17:30, 31; Rom. 2:16; I Cor. 4:5.] AMP
It's not that people don't know the truth- We have the Bible.
2. Romans 10:8-21 The word of faith
A. They heard, but refused to obey.
It seems like people would rather follow their feelings than the Word of God
A. How we feel or what we think about something does not change the Word of God.
The Church has come to a place where we have to decide who's side we are on.
3. Exodus 32:1-26 Who is on the Lord's side.
A. Moses represented the presence of God-
B. Aaron represents government.
C. Aaron would not accept responsibility for what happened- He blamed the people.
When you help to make something happen, you are as guilty as those that carry out the act.
Just because something makes you feel better or live better does not make it right.
A. Your lifestyle doesn't change the Word of God.
B. Your work status does not change the Word of God.
God wants believers that are so sold out that they refuse to compromise.
4. Acts 21:8-13 Paul is willing to die for the name of Jesus.
A. He didn't allow his friends to influence him.
5. 2Chron 7:11-22 If my people
A. We must choose to continually walk before the Lord.
Obedience to the Word of God is still required of those that call him Lord
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1. Eccl 12:10-14 Whole duty of man
A. Ecc 12:10-14 The Preacher sought acceptable words, even to write down rightly words of truth or correct sentiment. (11) The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and firmly fixed [in the mind] like nails are the collected sayings which are given [as proceeding] from one Shepherd. [Ezek. 37:24.] (12) But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh. (13) All has been heard; the end of the matter is: Fear God [revere and worship Him, knowing that He is] and keep His commandments, for this is the whole of man [the full, original purpose of his creation, the object of God's providence, the root of character, the foundation of all happiness, the adjustment to all inharmonious circumstances and conditions under the sun] and the whole [duty] for every man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it is good or evil. [Matt. 12:36; Acts 17:30, 31; Rom. 2:16; I Cor. 4:5.] AMP
It's not that people don't know the truth- We have the Bible.
2. Romans 10:8-21 The word of faith
A. They heard, but refused to obey.
It seems like people would rather follow their feelings than the Word of God
A. How we feel or what we think about something does not change the Word of God.
The Church has come to a place where we have to decide who's side we are on.
3. Exodus 32:1-26 Who is on the Lord's side.
A. Moses represented the presence of God-
B. Aaron represents government.
C. Aaron would not accept responsibility for what happened- He blamed the people.
When you help to make something happen, you are as guilty as those that carry out the act.
Just because something makes you feel better or live better does not make it right.
A. Your lifestyle doesn't change the Word of God.
B. Your work status does not change the Word of God.
God wants believers that are so sold out that they refuse to compromise.
4. Acts 21:8-13 Paul is willing to die for the name of Jesus.
A. He didn't allow his friends to influence him.
5. 2Chron 7:11-22 If my people
A. We must choose to continually walk before the Lord.
Obedience to the Word of God is still required of those that call him Lord
Pressing Forward
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1. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward
A. Even when times are hard, you just keep pressing.
B. There is nothing to go back to.
We must keep our eyes on the prize.
A. We never give up on our dreams or the promises of God.
2. Josh 14:6-13 Don't let delay kill your spirit.
A. Caleb waited 45 years for his promise.
B. He was just as excited then as he was at 40.
God wants you to have it just as bad as you want it.
A. Sometimes there are things going on that we don't know about.
3. Dan 10:11-14 Daniel receives an answer 21 days later.
A. The enemy was trying to prevent him from getting an answer.
Many times the enemy will set stumbling blocks to try to discourage us.
A. Sometimes we trip over our own feet.
4. 2Sam 6:1-11 David tries to move the ark
A. 2Sa 6:9 And David was afraid of the LORD that day, and said, How shall the ark of the LORD come to me?
B. 1Ch 15:2 Then David said, None ought to carry the ark of God but the Levites: for them hath the LORD chosen to carry the ark of God, and to minister unto him for ever.
C. 1Ch 15:12-13 And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, both ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the LORD God of Israel unto the place that I have prepared for it. (13) For because ye did it not at the first, the LORD our God made a breach upon us, for that we sought him not after the due order.
Don't let a set back cause you to miss what God has for you
A. Ask God to reveal what you need to do.
Pressing forward is not always easy, but it bring you into the blessing God desires for you
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1. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward
A. Even when times are hard, you just keep pressing.
B. There is nothing to go back to.
We must keep our eyes on the prize.
A. We never give up on our dreams or the promises of God.
2. Josh 14:6-13 Don't let delay kill your spirit.
A. Caleb waited 45 years for his promise.
B. He was just as excited then as he was at 40.
God wants you to have it just as bad as you want it.
A. Sometimes there are things going on that we don't know about.
3. Dan 10:11-14 Daniel receives an answer 21 days later.
A. The enemy was trying to prevent him from getting an answer.
Many times the enemy will set stumbling blocks to try to discourage us.
A. Sometimes we trip over our own feet.
4. 2Sam 6:1-11 David tries to move the ark
A. 2Sa 6:9 And David was afraid of the LORD that day, and said, How shall the ark of the LORD come to me?
B. 1Ch 15:2 Then David said, None ought to carry the ark of God but the Levites: for them hath the LORD chosen to carry the ark of God, and to minister unto him for ever.
C. 1Ch 15:12-13 And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, both ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the LORD God of Israel unto the place that I have prepared for it. (13) For because ye did it not at the first, the LORD our God made a breach upon us, for that we sought him not after the due order.
Don't let a set back cause you to miss what God has for you
A. Ask God to reveal what you need to do.
Pressing forward is not always easy, but it bring you into the blessing God desires for you
Tomorrow
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1. Exodus 8:1-10 Tomorrow
A. Pharaoh could have been rid of the frogs immediately.
B. He chose to wait until tomorrow.
Why do we put off things until tomorrow?
A. Usually that turns into a lot of tomorrows.
B. Sometimes tomorrow turns into too late.
When it comes to doing things for God, we should never put it off until tomorrow
2. Jonah 1:1-17 Jonah put off going to Nineveh
A. He was in the belly of the fish for three days and nights.
B. He repented for not obeying and ended up at Nineveh anyway.
Why do we procrastinate when it comes to doing things for God?
A. God wouldn't tell us too if we couldn't do it.
B. Maybe it is a matter of pride- We are afraid of how we would look in front of people.
C. Maybe we think we have more important things to do.
3. Luke 14:16-24 The great supper
A. Many were invited
B. Some had excuses for not coming.
C. Those that had excuses did not get to come later.
Excuses don't fly with God-
4. Romans 1:20-22 Without excuse
A. Rom 1:20-22 For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see His invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God. (21) Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn't worship Him as God or even give Him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused. (22) Claiming to be wise, they instead became utter fools.
We are not smarter than God! If he tells us to do something, do it when he says to.
5. Heb 3:13-19 Today
A. When we he speaks to us and we don't obey, he considers it unbelief.
Don't procrastinate; If God is telling you to do something, do it now.
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1. Exodus 8:1-10 Tomorrow
A. Pharaoh could have been rid of the frogs immediately.
B. He chose to wait until tomorrow.
Why do we put off things until tomorrow?
A. Usually that turns into a lot of tomorrows.
B. Sometimes tomorrow turns into too late.
When it comes to doing things for God, we should never put it off until tomorrow
2. Jonah 1:1-17 Jonah put off going to Nineveh
A. He was in the belly of the fish for three days and nights.
B. He repented for not obeying and ended up at Nineveh anyway.
Why do we procrastinate when it comes to doing things for God?
A. God wouldn't tell us too if we couldn't do it.
B. Maybe it is a matter of pride- We are afraid of how we would look in front of people.
C. Maybe we think we have more important things to do.
3. Luke 14:16-24 The great supper
A. Many were invited
B. Some had excuses for not coming.
C. Those that had excuses did not get to come later.
Excuses don't fly with God-
4. Romans 1:20-22 Without excuse
A. Rom 1:20-22 For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see His invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God. (21) Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn't worship Him as God or even give Him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused. (22) Claiming to be wise, they instead became utter fools.
We are not smarter than God! If he tells us to do something, do it when he says to.
5. Heb 3:13-19 Today
A. When we he speaks to us and we don't obey, he considers it unbelief.
Don't procrastinate; If God is telling you to do something, do it now.
Change
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1. Job 14:14 Till my change come
A. Job was talking about the resurrection.
B. Job 14:14 If we humans die, will we live again? That's my question. All through these difficult days I keep hoping, waiting for the final change--for resurrection!
2. 1Corinth 15:42-58 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye.
A. We shall be changed.
B. Ye know that your labour is not in vain.
We know that there is change coming when we leave this earth, but what about now?
3. 2Corinthians 5:17 New creatures
A. In order for something to become new, there has to be a change.
Just like there is a spiritual change with are bodies when we leave this earth, there is a spiritual change inside our bodies when we are born again.
A. Our Spirit man is made new.
B. The Holy Spirit comes to live in us and empower us to live righteously.
4. 2Corinth 3:17-18 The Spirit of the Lord
A. Paul implies that there is a continual change going on in us.
B. The Message Bible puts it like this: 2Co 3:18 All of us! Nothing between us and God, our faces shining with the brightness of his face. And so we are transfigured much like the Messiah, our lives gradually becoming brighter and more beautiful as God enters our lives and we become like him.
The more we seek after the things of God, the more we become like Him.
5. Romans 12:1-2 Be transformed
A. Rom 12:1-2 So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life--your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life--and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him. (2) Don't become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking. Instead, fix your attention on God. You'll be changed from the inside out. Readily recognize what he wants from you, and quickly respond to it. Unlike the culture around you, always dragging you down to its level of immaturity, God brings the best out of you, develops well-formed maturity in you. MSG
Notice that you will be changed from the inside out when you fix your attention on God.
Who or whatever you have your attention on will change you-
A. You pick up tendancies from who you hang around- You are influenced by them whether you realize it or not.
B. Whatever has you attention has your heart.
Luk 12:34 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
A. Treasure- Deposit
If we want real spiritual change to come, we must keep our full attention on God.
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1. Job 14:14 Till my change come
A. Job was talking about the resurrection.
B. Job 14:14 If we humans die, will we live again? That's my question. All through these difficult days I keep hoping, waiting for the final change--for resurrection!
2. 1Corinth 15:42-58 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye.
A. We shall be changed.
B. Ye know that your labour is not in vain.
We know that there is change coming when we leave this earth, but what about now?
3. 2Corinthians 5:17 New creatures
A. In order for something to become new, there has to be a change.
Just like there is a spiritual change with are bodies when we leave this earth, there is a spiritual change inside our bodies when we are born again.
A. Our Spirit man is made new.
B. The Holy Spirit comes to live in us and empower us to live righteously.
4. 2Corinth 3:17-18 The Spirit of the Lord
A. Paul implies that there is a continual change going on in us.
B. The Message Bible puts it like this: 2Co 3:18 All of us! Nothing between us and God, our faces shining with the brightness of his face. And so we are transfigured much like the Messiah, our lives gradually becoming brighter and more beautiful as God enters our lives and we become like him.
The more we seek after the things of God, the more we become like Him.
5. Romans 12:1-2 Be transformed
A. Rom 12:1-2 So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life--your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life--and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him. (2) Don't become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking. Instead, fix your attention on God. You'll be changed from the inside out. Readily recognize what he wants from you, and quickly respond to it. Unlike the culture around you, always dragging you down to its level of immaturity, God brings the best out of you, develops well-formed maturity in you. MSG
Notice that you will be changed from the inside out when you fix your attention on God.
Who or whatever you have your attention on will change you-
A. You pick up tendancies from who you hang around- You are influenced by them whether you realize it or not.
B. Whatever has you attention has your heart.
Luk 12:34 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
A. Treasure- Deposit
If we want real spiritual change to come, we must keep our full attention on God.
Free Forever
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1. Psalm 137:1-6 They hanged up their harps.
A. You never give up your freedom even if you are in a captive place.
B. Remember that your song is not to entertain the enemy, but to praise God.
C. Never forget that Jesus died on a cross to set you free.
Don't let the appearance of your captivity, cause you to be captive.
2. Acts 5:14-21 An angel opened prison doors.
A. They went right back to preaching.
3. Acts 12:1-11 An angel frees Peter
A. He was so at peace that the angel had to hit him to wake him up.
4. Acts 16:13-40 Paul and Silas are freed by an earthquake
A. They were thrown in the inner prison
B. Even though they had been beaten, they still prayed and sang praise to God.
C. They were not only set free, but the jailor and all his hoise was saved.
D. The magistrates sent serjeants to let them go.
E. Paul refused to go until they came and faced them.
Don't let the appearance of what's happening in our country cause you to want to hang up your heart and quit.
A. Our God will dilver us with a high hand.
Think about how the disciples and followers of Jesus must have felt when they saw him cruicified on the cross-
A. The first day they were probably thinking about all the promises he had made.
B. The second day they were probably wondering what they would do now.
But the third day! He rose with freedom for everyone that would believe on him.
Jesus gave his life so we could walk in freedom today. Never take that fo granted.
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1. Psalm 137:1-6 They hanged up their harps.
A. You never give up your freedom even if you are in a captive place.
B. Remember that your song is not to entertain the enemy, but to praise God.
C. Never forget that Jesus died on a cross to set you free.
Don't let the appearance of your captivity, cause you to be captive.
2. Acts 5:14-21 An angel opened prison doors.
A. They went right back to preaching.
3. Acts 12:1-11 An angel frees Peter
A. He was so at peace that the angel had to hit him to wake him up.
4. Acts 16:13-40 Paul and Silas are freed by an earthquake
A. They were thrown in the inner prison
B. Even though they had been beaten, they still prayed and sang praise to God.
C. They were not only set free, but the jailor and all his hoise was saved.
D. The magistrates sent serjeants to let them go.
E. Paul refused to go until they came and faced them.
Don't let the appearance of what's happening in our country cause you to want to hang up your heart and quit.
A. Our God will dilver us with a high hand.
Think about how the disciples and followers of Jesus must have felt when they saw him cruicified on the cross-
A. The first day they were probably thinking about all the promises he had made.
B. The second day they were probably wondering what they would do now.
But the third day! He rose with freedom for everyone that would believe on him.
Jesus gave his life so we could walk in freedom today. Never take that fo granted.
It's Good to Know
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1. Romans 13:11-14 Knowing the time
A. Knowing the time
B. Time to walk honestly
C. Time to put away other things and focus on Jesus.
Everything that is done will always be on God's timetable
There is a shifting of the wind-
2. 2Kings 6:8-12 God knows the words spoken in the bedchamber
A. God told Elisha what the king of Syria was doing.
B. When the king of Syria tried to stop Elisha, the whole army was struck blind.
In the natural, Elisha was surrounded and things looked bad.
A. God was already there with his army to take the enemy down.
Mar 4:22 For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept secret, but that it should come abroad.
We have to know that Romans 8:38 says if God be for us, who can be against us.
A. If we get our eyes on the world, we can get discouraged.
3. Psalm 73:1-28 Asaph realizes what he has.
A. People who don't know God don't realize that they are sliding swiftly toward destruction.
God knows what's going on
Rom 12:19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
4. Isaiah 59:18-21 The Lord shall lift up a standard.
A. We still have to stand strong in knowing the truth of God's Word.
We are people of faith! We stand on the Word of God!
5. 2Tim 1:11-14 He is able
A. Eph 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
The next time you start feeling discouraged, remember the Word says we win!
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1. Romans 13:11-14 Knowing the time
A. Knowing the time
B. Time to walk honestly
C. Time to put away other things and focus on Jesus.
Everything that is done will always be on God's timetable
There is a shifting of the wind-
2. 2Kings 6:8-12 God knows the words spoken in the bedchamber
A. God told Elisha what the king of Syria was doing.
B. When the king of Syria tried to stop Elisha, the whole army was struck blind.
In the natural, Elisha was surrounded and things looked bad.
A. God was already there with his army to take the enemy down.
Mar 4:22 For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept secret, but that it should come abroad.
We have to know that Romans 8:38 says if God be for us, who can be against us.
A. If we get our eyes on the world, we can get discouraged.
3. Psalm 73:1-28 Asaph realizes what he has.
A. People who don't know God don't realize that they are sliding swiftly toward destruction.
God knows what's going on
Rom 12:19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
4. Isaiah 59:18-21 The Lord shall lift up a standard.
A. We still have to stand strong in knowing the truth of God's Word.
We are people of faith! We stand on the Word of God!
5. 2Tim 1:11-14 He is able
A. Eph 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
The next time you start feeling discouraged, remember the Word says we win!
A Body of Power
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1. Acts 19:1-10 Have you received the Holy Ghost
A. John's baptism took then to repentance.
B. Paul laid hands on them and they recieved the baptism of the Holy Ghost.
C. Afterward they evangelized the whole region.
We cannot emphasize enough the importance of being filled with the Holy Ghost.
Religion wants to try to explain it away-
They did believe in the Son of God; but Paul enquires whether they had received the Holy Ghost, - whether they believed in the spirit, whose operations on the minds of men, for conviction, conversion, and comfort, were revealed some time after the doctrine of Jesus being the Christ, - whether they had been acquainted with, and had admitted, this revelation? This was not all; extraordinary gifts of the Holy Ghost were conferred upon the apostles and other disciples presently after Christ's ascension, which was frequently repeated upon occasion; had they participated in these gifts? “Have you received the Holy Ghost since you believed? Have you had that seal of the truth of Christ's doctrine in yourselves?” We are not now to expect any such extraordinary gifts as they had then. The canon of the New Testament being long since completed and ratified, we depend upon that as the most sure word of prophecy. But there are graces of the Spirit given to all believers, which are as earnests to them- Matthew Henry's commentary of the whole bible.
What did Jesus say about it?
2. John 4:5-15 A well of water
A. You drawn water from a well.
B. Your born again experience.
3. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water
A. Flowing out of your belly.
B. Baptism of the Holy Ghost.
4. Acts 1:8 You shall recieve power.
A. Witnesses
B. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
There is no power in religion! There is only power in the Holy Ghost!
A. That is why Jesus told them to wait-
Act 1:4-5 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. (5) For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence.
B. Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. (2) And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. (3) And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. (4) And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
C. Three thousand souls were saved that day.
Act 5:12-16 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch. (13) And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them. (14) And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.) (15) Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them. (16) There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one.
The Holy Ghost is still here today and so is his power-
A. It's time for believers to move in this power.
B. It's available to everyone who will receive.
Act 2:37-39 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? (38) Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. (39) For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
How do I receive the infilling of the Holy Ghost? By faith
What can I expect? The initial evidence that you have been filled is speaking in tongues.
A. It's your special prayer language to God.
B. The gifts of the Spirit will begin to operate through you as God wills.
The Church is not a weak social gathering. It is the body of Christ that operates in the power of the Holy Ghost.
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1. Acts 19:1-10 Have you received the Holy Ghost
A. John's baptism took then to repentance.
B. Paul laid hands on them and they recieved the baptism of the Holy Ghost.
C. Afterward they evangelized the whole region.
We cannot emphasize enough the importance of being filled with the Holy Ghost.
Religion wants to try to explain it away-
They did believe in the Son of God; but Paul enquires whether they had received the Holy Ghost, - whether they believed in the spirit, whose operations on the minds of men, for conviction, conversion, and comfort, were revealed some time after the doctrine of Jesus being the Christ, - whether they had been acquainted with, and had admitted, this revelation? This was not all; extraordinary gifts of the Holy Ghost were conferred upon the apostles and other disciples presently after Christ's ascension, which was frequently repeated upon occasion; had they participated in these gifts? “Have you received the Holy Ghost since you believed? Have you had that seal of the truth of Christ's doctrine in yourselves?” We are not now to expect any such extraordinary gifts as they had then. The canon of the New Testament being long since completed and ratified, we depend upon that as the most sure word of prophecy. But there are graces of the Spirit given to all believers, which are as earnests to them- Matthew Henry's commentary of the whole bible.
What did Jesus say about it?
2. John 4:5-15 A well of water
A. You drawn water from a well.
B. Your born again experience.
3. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water
A. Flowing out of your belly.
B. Baptism of the Holy Ghost.
4. Acts 1:8 You shall recieve power.
A. Witnesses
B. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
There is no power in religion! There is only power in the Holy Ghost!
A. That is why Jesus told them to wait-
Act 1:4-5 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. (5) For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence.
B. Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. (2) And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. (3) And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. (4) And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
C. Three thousand souls were saved that day.
Act 5:12-16 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch. (13) And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them. (14) And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.) (15) Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them. (16) There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one.
The Holy Ghost is still here today and so is his power-
A. It's time for believers to move in this power.
B. It's available to everyone who will receive.
Act 2:37-39 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? (38) Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. (39) For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
How do I receive the infilling of the Holy Ghost? By faith
What can I expect? The initial evidence that you have been filled is speaking in tongues.
A. It's your special prayer language to God.
B. The gifts of the Spirit will begin to operate through you as God wills.
The Church is not a weak social gathering. It is the body of Christ that operates in the power of the Holy Ghost.
Rooted and Grounded
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1. 2Peter 1:1-12 Make it sure
A. 2Pe 1:1-12 I, Simon Peter, am a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ. I write this to you whose experience with God is as life-changing as ours, all due to our God's straight dealing and the intervention of our God and Savior, Jesus Christ. (2) Grace and peace to you many times over as you deepen in your experience with God and Jesus, our Master. (3) Everything that goes into a life of pleasing God has been miraculously given to us by getting to know, personally and intimately, the One who invited us to God. The best invitation we ever received! (4) We were also given absolutely terrific promises to pass on to you--your tickets to participation in the life of God after you turned your back on a world corrupted by lust. (5) So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, (6) alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, (7) warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. (8) With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus. (9) Without these qualities you can't see what's right before you, oblivious that your old sinful life has been wiped off the books. (10) So, friends, confirm God's invitation to you, his choice of you. Don't put it off; do it now. Do this, and you'll have your life on a firm footing, (11) the streets paved and the way wide open into the eternal kingdom of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ. (12) Because the stakes are so high, even though you're up-to-date on all this truth and practice it inside and out, I'm not going to let up for a minute in calling you to attention before it. MSG
Our decision to follow Christ must be based upon our own personal committment to follow and remain faithful to Him.
A. Not just because someone else is following Him.
B. Not because you need a place to make friends.
2. Joshua 24:13-22 The people make a committment to serve the Lord
A. Each one had to choose for themselves.
There will come a time when your committment to God will be tested.
A. In tough times so called friends are nowhere to be found.
3. 1Sam 22:1-2 The cave Adullam
A. They we all a mess when they came to the cave.
B. They became David's mighty men.
C. In 1Samuel 30, after Ziklag was burned, they spoke of stoning him.
David didn't let the situation get between him and the Lord his God.
4. Heb 11:13-16 Heroes of faith
A. They could have returned to where they came from.
B. They desired a better country.
Even Jesus had to stand on his committment to God
A. The same friends that ushered him in to Jerusalem, later screamed cruicfy Him.
B. In the garden he prayed not my will but thine.
Make sure you are rooted and grounded in your faith toward God
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1. 2Peter 1:1-12 Make it sure
A. 2Pe 1:1-12 I, Simon Peter, am a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ. I write this to you whose experience with God is as life-changing as ours, all due to our God's straight dealing and the intervention of our God and Savior, Jesus Christ. (2) Grace and peace to you many times over as you deepen in your experience with God and Jesus, our Master. (3) Everything that goes into a life of pleasing God has been miraculously given to us by getting to know, personally and intimately, the One who invited us to God. The best invitation we ever received! (4) We were also given absolutely terrific promises to pass on to you--your tickets to participation in the life of God after you turned your back on a world corrupted by lust. (5) So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, (6) alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, (7) warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. (8) With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus. (9) Without these qualities you can't see what's right before you, oblivious that your old sinful life has been wiped off the books. (10) So, friends, confirm God's invitation to you, his choice of you. Don't put it off; do it now. Do this, and you'll have your life on a firm footing, (11) the streets paved and the way wide open into the eternal kingdom of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ. (12) Because the stakes are so high, even though you're up-to-date on all this truth and practice it inside and out, I'm not going to let up for a minute in calling you to attention before it. MSG
Our decision to follow Christ must be based upon our own personal committment to follow and remain faithful to Him.
A. Not just because someone else is following Him.
B. Not because you need a place to make friends.
2. Joshua 24:13-22 The people make a committment to serve the Lord
A. Each one had to choose for themselves.
There will come a time when your committment to God will be tested.
A. In tough times so called friends are nowhere to be found.
3. 1Sam 22:1-2 The cave Adullam
A. They we all a mess when they came to the cave.
B. They became David's mighty men.
C. In 1Samuel 30, after Ziklag was burned, they spoke of stoning him.
David didn't let the situation get between him and the Lord his God.
4. Heb 11:13-16 Heroes of faith
A. They could have returned to where they came from.
B. They desired a better country.
Even Jesus had to stand on his committment to God
A. The same friends that ushered him in to Jerusalem, later screamed cruicfy Him.
B. In the garden he prayed not my will but thine.
Make sure you are rooted and grounded in your faith toward God
A New You
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1. 2Corinth 5:17 New creatures
A. Old things have passed away-
a. I was: Eph 2:12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:
b. I was a creature of darkness- Creatures of darkness act different
c. I was under the power and influence of the devil.
d. I was on my way to hell.
B. All things are become new-
a. Col 1:13-14 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: (14) In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
When I accepted Christ as my Savior:
A. My sins were forgiven.
B. The power of darkness was broken off my life.
C. I was translated (transfered) out of darkness and into the kingdom of his Son.
God did all this for me and you by allowing Jesus to die on a cross for us.
Now here's what we need to do-
2. Eph 4:22-24 Put off-Put on
A. Put off our former way of living.
B. Renew the spirit of our mind- New way of thinking.
C. Put on the new man
We are not the same person we used to be and we need to start acting like it.
3. Romans 6:1-18 Newness of life
A. We are now servants of righteousness.
Every day we need to get up and be aware that we are the righteousness of God and his representatives.
4. Luke 9:23-25 Take up his cross daily
Don't be identified by your past. You are a new you.
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1. 2Corinth 5:17 New creatures
A. Old things have passed away-
a. I was: Eph 2:12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:
b. I was a creature of darkness- Creatures of darkness act different
c. I was under the power and influence of the devil.
d. I was on my way to hell.
B. All things are become new-
a. Col 1:13-14 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: (14) In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
When I accepted Christ as my Savior:
A. My sins were forgiven.
B. The power of darkness was broken off my life.
C. I was translated (transfered) out of darkness and into the kingdom of his Son.
God did all this for me and you by allowing Jesus to die on a cross for us.
Now here's what we need to do-
2. Eph 4:22-24 Put off-Put on
A. Put off our former way of living.
B. Renew the spirit of our mind- New way of thinking.
C. Put on the new man
We are not the same person we used to be and we need to start acting like it.
3. Romans 6:1-18 Newness of life
A. We are now servants of righteousness.
Every day we need to get up and be aware that we are the righteousness of God and his representatives.
4. Luke 9:23-25 Take up his cross daily
Don't be identified by your past. You are a new you.
Being a Father
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1. 1John 3:1-2 What manner of love.
A. 1Jn 3:1-2 What marvelous love the Father has extended to us! Just look at it--we're called children of God! That's who we really are. But that's also why the world doesn't recognize us or take us seriously, because it has no idea who he is or what he's up to. (2) But friends, that's exactly who we are: children of God. And that's only the beginning. Who knows how we'll end up! What we know is that when Christ is openly revealed, we'll see him--and in seeing him, become like him.
Our Heavenly Father is the pattern that every earthly father should imitate.
A. Although we all should strive to be like him, it is the man that he has set over the household.
B. He is responsible for leading his household in the right direction and being an example to them.
Love must be the driving force in every fathers life.
A. Love for our Heavenly Father must be first.
Mat 22:37-38 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. (38) This is the first and great commandment.
B. 1Jn 4:16 And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.
C. Knowing God's love helps us to love others.
The father will love his wife the way he should.
2. Eph 5:25-33 Husbands love your wife
A. The husband wife relationship is a mirror of the relationship believers should have with Christ.
B. Col 3:19 Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.
The father will love and raise his children the way he should.
3. Psalm 127:3-5 Children are an inheritance
A. Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
B. Col 3:21 Fathers, do not provoke or irritate or fret your children [do not be hard on them or harass them], lest they become discouraged and sullen and morose and feel inferior and frustrated. [Do not break their spirit.] AMP
This doesn't mean you don't correct them.
A. Pro 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
B. Rev 3:19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
*A Father will provide for his family.
4. 1Tim 5:8 Denied the faith
A. 2Th 3:10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
5. Matt 6:25-33 Our heavenly Father has always been a great provider.
A. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
A father will make sacifices and do what's neccessary to see that his family gets what they need.
A. Work long hours.
B. Give up personal wants.
Our Heavenly Father was willing to give up his only son so that we could have what we need- Salvation
Being a father is a gift from God. Be the best father you can be.
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1. 1John 3:1-2 What manner of love.
A. 1Jn 3:1-2 What marvelous love the Father has extended to us! Just look at it--we're called children of God! That's who we really are. But that's also why the world doesn't recognize us or take us seriously, because it has no idea who he is or what he's up to. (2) But friends, that's exactly who we are: children of God. And that's only the beginning. Who knows how we'll end up! What we know is that when Christ is openly revealed, we'll see him--and in seeing him, become like him.
Our Heavenly Father is the pattern that every earthly father should imitate.
A. Although we all should strive to be like him, it is the man that he has set over the household.
B. He is responsible for leading his household in the right direction and being an example to them.
Love must be the driving force in every fathers life.
A. Love for our Heavenly Father must be first.
Mat 22:37-38 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. (38) This is the first and great commandment.
B. 1Jn 4:16 And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.
C. Knowing God's love helps us to love others.
The father will love his wife the way he should.
2. Eph 5:25-33 Husbands love your wife
A. The husband wife relationship is a mirror of the relationship believers should have with Christ.
B. Col 3:19 Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.
The father will love and raise his children the way he should.
3. Psalm 127:3-5 Children are an inheritance
A. Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
B. Col 3:21 Fathers, do not provoke or irritate or fret your children [do not be hard on them or harass them], lest they become discouraged and sullen and morose and feel inferior and frustrated. [Do not break their spirit.] AMP
This doesn't mean you don't correct them.
A. Pro 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
B. Rev 3:19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
*A Father will provide for his family.
4. 1Tim 5:8 Denied the faith
A. 2Th 3:10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
5. Matt 6:25-33 Our heavenly Father has always been a great provider.
A. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
A father will make sacifices and do what's neccessary to see that his family gets what they need.
A. Work long hours.
B. Give up personal wants.
Our Heavenly Father was willing to give up his only son so that we could have what we need- Salvation
Being a father is a gift from God. Be the best father you can be.
Walk in Authority
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1. Luke 4:31-36 Jesus spoke with authority and power.
We should be speaking with authority and power.
Illustration: Sometimes you have to scold a pet.
2. Luke 10:19 We have power over the enemy.
The enemy has to surrender to the greater power-- but he doesn't do it without a fight.
A. Eph 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
B. 1Ti 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
Anything worth having is worth fighting for.
3. Matt 11:12 The kingdom of heaven suffereth violence.
A. Men were coming to the gospel with an unstoppable conviction.
We need to start enforcing the kingdom in our own lives.
What is the kingdom?
4. Romans 14:17 Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
When I let these things reign in my life, the devil's power over me is broken.
Our Authority is backed by our relationship with Christ
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1. Luke 4:31-36 Jesus spoke with authority and power.
We should be speaking with authority and power.
Illustration: Sometimes you have to scold a pet.
2. Luke 10:19 We have power over the enemy.
The enemy has to surrender to the greater power-- but he doesn't do it without a fight.
A. Eph 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
B. 1Ti 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
Anything worth having is worth fighting for.
3. Matt 11:12 The kingdom of heaven suffereth violence.
A. Men were coming to the gospel with an unstoppable conviction.
We need to start enforcing the kingdom in our own lives.
What is the kingdom?
4. Romans 14:17 Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
When I let these things reign in my life, the devil's power over me is broken.
Our Authority is backed by our relationship with Christ
A Destroyer
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1. 2Chron 31:1-2 Hezekiah sets things right.
A. In chapter 30 he reinstituted the Passover feast.
B. He tore down all the false god images and etc.
If you want heaven, you have to get rid of the hell!
The world has so desensitized the Church that we no longer seem to know what is right or wrong.
2. Matt 6:24 Two masters
A. You can't have your cake and eat it too.
B. Which kingdom do you want supplying you?
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
The will of the Father is for us to be like Jesus and do the things Jesus did.
A. Joh 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.
We are the body of Christ- We are ambassadors for Christ
A. We do business for Jesus here on this earth.
What is the business of Jesus?
A. 1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
We must continue the business of destroying the works of the devil.
A. First- Sin; all disobedience against the Word of God.
3. 1Peter 4:17-19 It starts with us
A. Mat 7:3-5 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? (4) Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? (5) Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.
Once we destroy the devil in our own lives then we can go about helping others do the same.
How do we destroy the devil in our lives?
A. Repent- Turn away from and go another direction.
B. Continue to obey the Word of God.
C. Start operating in your God given authority as a believer.
There is nothing more dangerous to the devil than someone who understands their authority.
A. Joh 14:30 I will not talk with you much more, for the prince (evil genius, ruler) of the world is coming. And he has no claim on Me. [He has nothing in common with Me; there is nothing in Me that belongs to him, and he has no power over Me.] AMP
Quit compromising with the world. You were born to destroy the works of the devil.
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1. 2Chron 31:1-2 Hezekiah sets things right.
A. In chapter 30 he reinstituted the Passover feast.
B. He tore down all the false god images and etc.
If you want heaven, you have to get rid of the hell!
The world has so desensitized the Church that we no longer seem to know what is right or wrong.
2. Matt 6:24 Two masters
A. You can't have your cake and eat it too.
B. Which kingdom do you want supplying you?
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
The will of the Father is for us to be like Jesus and do the things Jesus did.
A. Joh 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.
We are the body of Christ- We are ambassadors for Christ
A. We do business for Jesus here on this earth.
What is the business of Jesus?
A. 1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
We must continue the business of destroying the works of the devil.
A. First- Sin; all disobedience against the Word of God.
3. 1Peter 4:17-19 It starts with us
A. Mat 7:3-5 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? (4) Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? (5) Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.
Once we destroy the devil in our own lives then we can go about helping others do the same.
How do we destroy the devil in our lives?
A. Repent- Turn away from and go another direction.
B. Continue to obey the Word of God.
C. Start operating in your God given authority as a believer.
There is nothing more dangerous to the devil than someone who understands their authority.
A. Joh 14:30 I will not talk with you much more, for the prince (evil genius, ruler) of the world is coming. And he has no claim on Me. [He has nothing in common with Me; there is nothing in Me that belongs to him, and he has no power over Me.] AMP
Quit compromising with the world. You were born to destroy the works of the devil.
Teachable
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1. Acts 17:1-12 They received the word with readiness
A. They searched the scriptures, whether those things were so.
Rather than search the scriptures, the Jews in Thessalonica that did't believe just caused trouble.
A. They were envious.
B. They sided up with lews fellows of the baser sort.(low lifes)
Most of us have been taught some things that weren't exactly right.
A. It is our duty as born-again belivers to search out the scriptures to make sure it totally backs up what we believe.
B. Entire denominations have been based upon erroneous doctrine.
2. 2Tim 3:12-17 All scripture.
A. Living Godly brings persecution.
B. All scripture is profitable.
C. So that we can be mature and throughly furnished unto all good works.
3. 2Tim 2:15-17 Rightly divide
A. Repeating wrong doctrine causes ungodliness to increase.
If we don't search out the whole truth, we could end up just knowing part of the story.
4. Acts 18:24-28 Apollos didn't know the whole story.
A. He only knew John's baptism unto repentance.
B. Later taught that Jesus was Christ.
When it comes to the scriptures we must be teachable, but not gullible.
A. What is taught must be backed by the scriptures.
Our faith in God must be backed by our belief in the scriptures.
5. Romans 10:8-10 Salvation comes from belief in the scriptures.
Take time to search the scriptures with a teachable spirit. You might discover something you didn't know.
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1. Acts 17:1-12 They received the word with readiness
A. They searched the scriptures, whether those things were so.
Rather than search the scriptures, the Jews in Thessalonica that did't believe just caused trouble.
A. They were envious.
B. They sided up with lews fellows of the baser sort.(low lifes)
Most of us have been taught some things that weren't exactly right.
A. It is our duty as born-again belivers to search out the scriptures to make sure it totally backs up what we believe.
B. Entire denominations have been based upon erroneous doctrine.
2. 2Tim 3:12-17 All scripture.
A. Living Godly brings persecution.
B. All scripture is profitable.
C. So that we can be mature and throughly furnished unto all good works.
3. 2Tim 2:15-17 Rightly divide
A. Repeating wrong doctrine causes ungodliness to increase.
If we don't search out the whole truth, we could end up just knowing part of the story.
4. Acts 18:24-28 Apollos didn't know the whole story.
A. He only knew John's baptism unto repentance.
B. Later taught that Jesus was Christ.
When it comes to the scriptures we must be teachable, but not gullible.
A. What is taught must be backed by the scriptures.
Our faith in God must be backed by our belief in the scriptures.
5. Romans 10:8-10 Salvation comes from belief in the scriptures.
Take time to search the scriptures with a teachable spirit. You might discover something you didn't know.
An Assignment
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1.Gal 6:9 Don't be weary
2. 1Sam 30:1-8 Ziklag is burned
A. David had an opportunity to quit.
B. He recovered all plus the other cattle.
If it was easy everyone would do it.
A. The greatest struggles produce the greatest rewards.
B. Doing the extra is what makes you a step ahead.
3. 1Corinth 4:1-4 Be found faithful
A. Don't worry what others are doing- God is your judge.
4. Acts 5:14-29 It is our duty to do what God tells us to do.
A. The Apostles refused to be silenced by men.
5. Acts 21:1-13 Paul had to go to Jerusalem
A. He was told to go by the Spirit.
B. Even his friends couldn't stop him.
We all have an assignment from God; Don't let anything stop you from accomplishing yours.
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1.Gal 6:9 Don't be weary
2. 1Sam 30:1-8 Ziklag is burned
A. David had an opportunity to quit.
B. He recovered all plus the other cattle.
If it was easy everyone would do it.
A. The greatest struggles produce the greatest rewards.
B. Doing the extra is what makes you a step ahead.
3. 1Corinth 4:1-4 Be found faithful
A. Don't worry what others are doing- God is your judge.
4. Acts 5:14-29 It is our duty to do what God tells us to do.
A. The Apostles refused to be silenced by men.
5. Acts 21:1-13 Paul had to go to Jerusalem
A. He was told to go by the Spirit.
B. Even his friends couldn't stop him.
We all have an assignment from God; Don't let anything stop you from accomplishing yours.
To Whom Honor is Due
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1. Joshua 4:1-7 A memorial to the children
A. We need to keep reminding our children of the things God has done for us.
B. We need to keep reminding our children who God used to get it done.
Memorial Day is not a day set aside for going to the lake or grilling out.
A. There's nothing wrong with these things.
B. Memorial Day is a day set aside to remember those who gave their lives so that we would have a right to do those things.
The world seems to want to forget about our military.
A. They would rather try to bargin and beg rather than be a strong example of what's right in the eyes of God.
B. When children see their government disrespecting our military, police, and first responders, they will too.
C. We must remind them to honor and show respect to all of our armed forces.
America has always been know as the strongest nation in the world. It has always set the example of what a country should be.
A. Sadly there are those that are trying to tear it apart from the inside.
B. They are worried more about being politically correct than training up and standing behind brave men and women who want to protect our country.
What about the Kingdom of God?
2. Psalm 9:17 All nations that forget God
A. It is sad, but we are raising up generations that do not know who God is.
B. We are not teaching them the importance of being a follower of Christ.
How do I know that? We have people on the streets of our country protesting against Israel, God's chosen people.
Joshua wanted the children to know their history with God so they didn't forget where they came from.
A. If we don't start teaching our children that this nation is a Christian nation founded on the principles of the bible, we will lose our children and our nation.
It starts with us teaching our children at home.
A. They don't know God so teach them about Him.
B. They don't know about our country.
C. They don't know about our military.
There was a time when children were taught all about our history- the good and bad.
A. Today in an effort to be politically correct, most of history is being deleted or changed to appease a small sect of people.
We need our children to grow up and be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.
We need our Adults to stand up and be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.
If you want to see what a nation looks like without God and his Son Jesus, go to a third world country that worships a false god.
Today is a good day to remember who God is and what he has done for you.
A. There is an effort to take God out of the picture.
B. They can't take God away if he is living in you.
Don't forget to honor God as we honor our fallen heroes
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1. Joshua 4:1-7 A memorial to the children
A. We need to keep reminding our children of the things God has done for us.
B. We need to keep reminding our children who God used to get it done.
Memorial Day is not a day set aside for going to the lake or grilling out.
A. There's nothing wrong with these things.
B. Memorial Day is a day set aside to remember those who gave their lives so that we would have a right to do those things.
The world seems to want to forget about our military.
A. They would rather try to bargin and beg rather than be a strong example of what's right in the eyes of God.
B. When children see their government disrespecting our military, police, and first responders, they will too.
C. We must remind them to honor and show respect to all of our armed forces.
America has always been know as the strongest nation in the world. It has always set the example of what a country should be.
A. Sadly there are those that are trying to tear it apart from the inside.
B. They are worried more about being politically correct than training up and standing behind brave men and women who want to protect our country.
What about the Kingdom of God?
2. Psalm 9:17 All nations that forget God
A. It is sad, but we are raising up generations that do not know who God is.
B. We are not teaching them the importance of being a follower of Christ.
How do I know that? We have people on the streets of our country protesting against Israel, God's chosen people.
Joshua wanted the children to know their history with God so they didn't forget where they came from.
A. If we don't start teaching our children that this nation is a Christian nation founded on the principles of the bible, we will lose our children and our nation.
It starts with us teaching our children at home.
A. They don't know God so teach them about Him.
B. They don't know about our country.
C. They don't know about our military.
There was a time when children were taught all about our history- the good and bad.
A. Today in an effort to be politically correct, most of history is being deleted or changed to appease a small sect of people.
We need our children to grow up and be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.
We need our Adults to stand up and be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.
If you want to see what a nation looks like without God and his Son Jesus, go to a third world country that worships a false god.
Today is a good day to remember who God is and what he has done for you.
A. There is an effort to take God out of the picture.
B. They can't take God away if he is living in you.
Don't forget to honor God as we honor our fallen heroes
Psalm 100
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1. Psalm 100:1-5 A Psalm of praise
A. Psa 100:1 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.
a. A joyful noise- ear splitting shout
b. All the earth
B. Psa 100:2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
a. Serve- Work, but also worshipper
b. Singers sing- Worshippers worship with song.
c. Coming before his presence with gladness is an act of worship.
C. Psa 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
a. Amp- Know (perceive, recognize, and understand with approval) that the Lord is God!
b. We have to get a revelation that he is God!
When we get a revelation that he is God, then we will act differently; talk differently; our attitudes will be different.
c. it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
Eph 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
When we understand that he made us, it does away with the self-made man attitude.
Psa 139:14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
D. Psa 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
a. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, not wait until you get there and wait for the praise team to stir you up.
Psa 100:4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving and a thank offering....AMP
There was a time when they brought thank offerings into the sanctuary. Now we are the "thank offering".
Rom 12:1 I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living sacrifice, holy (devoted, consecrated) and well pleasing to God, which is your reasonable (rational, intelligent) service and spiritual worship. AMP
b. We are the representation of God to the world.
1Pe 2:9-10 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: (10) Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
c. Be thankful unto him, and bless his name. It means to literally kneel down and reverence Him.
E. Psa 100:5 For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
a. For the Lord is good- A good man; beautiful; bountiful; kindly; pleasant; precious; prosperity; sweet; wealth; welfare; be well favoured.
b. His mercy is everlasting- His kindness never ends.
c. And his truth endureth to all generations. -Firmness; security; moral fidelity; stability
This Psalm is a blueprint for how believers should come before the Lord
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1. Psalm 100:1-5 A Psalm of praise
A. Psa 100:1 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.
a. A joyful noise- ear splitting shout
b. All the earth
B. Psa 100:2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
a. Serve- Work, but also worshipper
b. Singers sing- Worshippers worship with song.
c. Coming before his presence with gladness is an act of worship.
C. Psa 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
a. Amp- Know (perceive, recognize, and understand with approval) that the Lord is God!
b. We have to get a revelation that he is God!
When we get a revelation that he is God, then we will act differently; talk differently; our attitudes will be different.
c. it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
Eph 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
When we understand that he made us, it does away with the self-made man attitude.
Psa 139:14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
D. Psa 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
a. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, not wait until you get there and wait for the praise team to stir you up.
Psa 100:4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving and a thank offering....AMP
There was a time when they brought thank offerings into the sanctuary. Now we are the "thank offering".
Rom 12:1 I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living sacrifice, holy (devoted, consecrated) and well pleasing to God, which is your reasonable (rational, intelligent) service and spiritual worship. AMP
b. We are the representation of God to the world.
1Pe 2:9-10 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: (10) Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
c. Be thankful unto him, and bless his name. It means to literally kneel down and reverence Him.
E. Psa 100:5 For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
a. For the Lord is good- A good man; beautiful; bountiful; kindly; pleasant; precious; prosperity; sweet; wealth; welfare; be well favoured.
b. His mercy is everlasting- His kindness never ends.
c. And his truth endureth to all generations. -Firmness; security; moral fidelity; stability
This Psalm is a blueprint for how believers should come before the Lord
What Drives us
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What is it that drives us?
I. Social Status?
1. Acts 8:5-24 Simon the Sorcerer wanted Power over the people.
A. Having power over people does not bring respect- It must be earned.
B. People may respect an office but not respect the person holding it.
2. Mark 10:35-40 James and John wanted positions beside Jesus.
A. A position that is not earned or deserved is a position of dishonor.
B. People go to great lengths to get positions, but their integrity isn't good enough to keep them there.
II. Money
3. Acts 19:23-30 Demetrius started a riot to try and stop Paul.
A. Some people are so money driven that they will give up the gospel for it.
B. Some churches will change the gospel for money.
Judas sold Jesus out for the money.
Mat 26:14-15 Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests, (15) And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
III. What people think.
4. 2Sam 6:15-23 Michal despised David for worshipping.
Act 26:24-25 And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thyself; much learning doth make thee mad. (25) But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but I speak forth the words of truth and soberness.
IV. A Heart for Jesus
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
5. Acts 17:24-31 In him we live.
Our love for Jesus should be what drives us-- Only he can get us to heaven.
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What is it that drives us?
I. Social Status?
1. Acts 8:5-24 Simon the Sorcerer wanted Power over the people.
A. Having power over people does not bring respect- It must be earned.
B. People may respect an office but not respect the person holding it.
2. Mark 10:35-40 James and John wanted positions beside Jesus.
A. A position that is not earned or deserved is a position of dishonor.
B. People go to great lengths to get positions, but their integrity isn't good enough to keep them there.
II. Money
3. Acts 19:23-30 Demetrius started a riot to try and stop Paul.
A. Some people are so money driven that they will give up the gospel for it.
B. Some churches will change the gospel for money.
Judas sold Jesus out for the money.
Mat 26:14-15 Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests, (15) And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.
III. What people think.
4. 2Sam 6:15-23 Michal despised David for worshipping.
Act 26:24-25 And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thyself; much learning doth make thee mad. (25) But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but I speak forth the words of truth and soberness.
IV. A Heart for Jesus
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
5. Acts 17:24-31 In him we live.
Our love for Jesus should be what drives us-- Only he can get us to heaven.
The Love of a Mother
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1. Exodus 2:1-10 Moses' mother.
A. She refused to allow him to be killed.
B. She got to impart herself into him for a while.
Once a mother lays eyes on her child, she is never the same-
A. They will always be her baby.
B. They will do anything to protect their child.
I'm talking about real mothers- Not just a woman that has a child.
2. 1Kings 3:16-28 The real mother
A. She was willing to give it up so it could live.
Having a child is the most life changing experience in a woman's life.
A. First there is the 9 month carry.
B. Then there is the this child needs my full attention.
C. Lastly comes the "I no longer have a life".
If you ask most mothers, they would do it all over again in a minute.
Why is that? It's because the love they feel for their children makes them forget all about what they went through.
It's the same kind of love that God has for you and I.
A. John 3:16
No matter where we are; No matter where we have been; No matter what we have done; God still loves us and sees us as his children.
A. Some kids are at home.
B. Some kids are astranged and need to come back home.
C. Some kids need to come and meet their Father for the very first time.
A mother will always be there for her children- Our heavenly Father will always be there for us.
Even if you never had the opportunity to know a mothers love, you can know an even greater love when you make Jesus your Lord.
No matter how old you are, remember your mother still loves you.
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1. Exodus 2:1-10 Moses' mother.
A. She refused to allow him to be killed.
B. She got to impart herself into him for a while.
Once a mother lays eyes on her child, she is never the same-
A. They will always be her baby.
B. They will do anything to protect their child.
I'm talking about real mothers- Not just a woman that has a child.
2. 1Kings 3:16-28 The real mother
A. She was willing to give it up so it could live.
Having a child is the most life changing experience in a woman's life.
A. First there is the 9 month carry.
B. Then there is the this child needs my full attention.
C. Lastly comes the "I no longer have a life".
If you ask most mothers, they would do it all over again in a minute.
Why is that? It's because the love they feel for their children makes them forget all about what they went through.
It's the same kind of love that God has for you and I.
A. John 3:16
No matter where we are; No matter where we have been; No matter what we have done; God still loves us and sees us as his children.
A. Some kids are at home.
B. Some kids are astranged and need to come back home.
C. Some kids need to come and meet their Father for the very first time.
A mother will always be there for her children- Our heavenly Father will always be there for us.
Even if you never had the opportunity to know a mothers love, you can know an even greater love when you make Jesus your Lord.
No matter how old you are, remember your mother still loves you.
Lord of the Sabbath
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1. Exodus 20:8-11 One of the ten commandments.
A. Sabbath- Intermission
2. Exodus 16:11-30 When manna was given
3. Isaiah 58:1-14 They did not take the sabbath seriously
4. Mark 2:23-28 Lord of the sabbath
A. The sabbath is more than a tradition.
B. The sabbath is an attitude of the heart.
Jesus repeated all the commandments except this one.
A. The sabbath was made for man- not man for the sabbath.
We have set aside Sunday as a day of Worship to God- an intermission from our daily life schedule.
A. Wednesday is just as much a day of worship.
B. The New Testament sabbath is not a day but an act of obedience to God to set aside a time to step away from the things of the world and reverence Him.
Establishing a time of worship and reverence to God is the most important thing in the life of a believer.
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1. Exodus 20:8-11 One of the ten commandments.
A. Sabbath- Intermission
2. Exodus 16:11-30 When manna was given
3. Isaiah 58:1-14 They did not take the sabbath seriously
4. Mark 2:23-28 Lord of the sabbath
A. The sabbath is more than a tradition.
B. The sabbath is an attitude of the heart.
Jesus repeated all the commandments except this one.
A. The sabbath was made for man- not man for the sabbath.
We have set aside Sunday as a day of Worship to God- an intermission from our daily life schedule.
A. Wednesday is just as much a day of worship.
B. The New Testament sabbath is not a day but an act of obedience to God to set aside a time to step away from the things of the world and reverence Him.
Establishing a time of worship and reverence to God is the most important thing in the life of a believer.
Our Anchor
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1. Heb 10:21-25 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Illust- Charles Howard eating a hamburger.
B. He eats and drinks with the other hand.
As long as we don't let go of Jesus, we won't fall apart.
2. Gen 32:24-29 Jacob wouldn't let go until he was blessed.
3. Heb 4:14-16 Hold fast- He knows what you are going through.
A. He's already been there.
Jesus overcame every obstacle by staying steadast with the Father and the Word.
When we allow our relationship with Jesus to slip, we start to lose our covering.
4. Heb 2:1-4 It is possible to let things slip.
A. 1Pe 2:11-12 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul; (12) Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.
What do I do to make sure I don't slip?
5. Luke 9:23-26 Take up your cross daily.
How do I do that?
6. Romans 12:1-2 Present and be transformed.
Jesus is the anchor we hold on to when everything seems to be washing away.
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1. Heb 10:21-25 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Illust- Charles Howard eating a hamburger.
B. He eats and drinks with the other hand.
As long as we don't let go of Jesus, we won't fall apart.
2. Gen 32:24-29 Jacob wouldn't let go until he was blessed.
3. Heb 4:14-16 Hold fast- He knows what you are going through.
A. He's already been there.
Jesus overcame every obstacle by staying steadast with the Father and the Word.
When we allow our relationship with Jesus to slip, we start to lose our covering.
4. Heb 2:1-4 It is possible to let things slip.
A. 1Pe 2:11-12 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul; (12) Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.
What do I do to make sure I don't slip?
5. Luke 9:23-26 Take up your cross daily.
How do I do that?
6. Romans 12:1-2 Present and be transformed.
Jesus is the anchor we hold on to when everything seems to be washing away.
Stay With Faith
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1. Mark 10:29-30 God promises 100 fold with persecutions.
How do we get in on the 100 fold? We must stay persistant with our faith.
1. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus was persistant.
A. There will always be people that will try to keep you quit.
B. He followed Jesus in the way.
2. Matt 15:21-28 The Canaan woman was persistant.
A. There will always be people trying to discourage you.
Remember God is moved by faith.
Job 13:15 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.
Satan uses the world to try to get us to compromise.
3. Mark 4:14-20 Satan wants to destroy the Word in our lives.
Why is he so intent on destroying the Word in our life?
I. Your level of faith will never operate above the level of Word in your life.
II.4. Heb 4:12 Without the Word of God in our life, we have no safeguard for our conscience.
So how are we going to stay persistant in our faith?
I. We are not going to quit.
A. Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
II. We are not going to let anyone discourage us.
A. Numbers 13- The spies discouraged the people.
III. We are going to keep our Word level up.
A. Col 3:16-17 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. (17) And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
IV. We are going to believe we can have what God says.
A. Mar 11:23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
Staying in faith will always produce the desired results
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1. Mark 10:29-30 God promises 100 fold with persecutions.
How do we get in on the 100 fold? We must stay persistant with our faith.
1. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus was persistant.
A. There will always be people that will try to keep you quit.
B. He followed Jesus in the way.
2. Matt 15:21-28 The Canaan woman was persistant.
A. There will always be people trying to discourage you.
Remember God is moved by faith.
Job 13:15 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.
Satan uses the world to try to get us to compromise.
3. Mark 4:14-20 Satan wants to destroy the Word in our lives.
Why is he so intent on destroying the Word in our life?
I. Your level of faith will never operate above the level of Word in your life.
II.4. Heb 4:12 Without the Word of God in our life, we have no safeguard for our conscience.
So how are we going to stay persistant in our faith?
I. We are not going to quit.
A. Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
II. We are not going to let anyone discourage us.
A. Numbers 13- The spies discouraged the people.
III. We are going to keep our Word level up.
A. Col 3:16-17 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. (17) And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
IV. We are going to believe we can have what God says.
A. Mar 11:23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
Staying in faith will always produce the desired results
You Smell Good
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1. Exodus 30:22-30 The anointing oil
A. It was placed upon God's house and his ministers.
B. Our body is God's house and we are his ministers.
2. 1John 2:27-29 We have been anointed
A. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
B. Chrisma- an unguent or smearing, that is, (figuratively) the special endowment (“chrism”) of the Holy Spirit:
When we walk in our righteousness we are a sweet smell of Christ(anointed one).
3. 2Corinth 2:14-17 Our smell is a reminder of both heaven and hell
A. 2Co 2:16-17 To those who are perishing, we are a dreadful smell of death and doom. But to those who are being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is adequate for such a task as this? (17) You see, we are not like the many hucksters who preach for personal profit. We preach the word of God with sincerity and with Christ's authority, knowing that God is watching us.NLT
It is imperative that we maintain our relationship with God both personally and in public.
1Th 4:11-12 And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you; (12) That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.
Col 4:5-6 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. (6) Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.
Mat 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. (15) Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. (16) Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
If I don't smell good at home, I won't smell good in public!
4. Eccl 10:1 Dead flies
A. Wrong doing will cause us to stink and ruin our reputation.
B. People watch just hoping you will slip up.
Flies are attracted to dead things-
A. Baalzebub- dung god- baal of the fly.
5. Romans 12:1-2 Living sacrifice
A. A sacrifice gives off a sweet odor to God.
Don't allow the flies in life to cause you to stink
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1. Exodus 30:22-30 The anointing oil
A. It was placed upon God's house and his ministers.
B. Our body is God's house and we are his ministers.
2. 1John 2:27-29 We have been anointed
A. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
B. Chrisma- an unguent or smearing, that is, (figuratively) the special endowment (“chrism”) of the Holy Spirit:
When we walk in our righteousness we are a sweet smell of Christ(anointed one).
3. 2Corinth 2:14-17 Our smell is a reminder of both heaven and hell
A. 2Co 2:16-17 To those who are perishing, we are a dreadful smell of death and doom. But to those who are being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is adequate for such a task as this? (17) You see, we are not like the many hucksters who preach for personal profit. We preach the word of God with sincerity and with Christ's authority, knowing that God is watching us.NLT
It is imperative that we maintain our relationship with God both personally and in public.
1Th 4:11-12 And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you; (12) That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.
Col 4:5-6 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. (6) Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.
Mat 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. (15) Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. (16) Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
If I don't smell good at home, I won't smell good in public!
4. Eccl 10:1 Dead flies
A. Wrong doing will cause us to stink and ruin our reputation.
B. People watch just hoping you will slip up.
Flies are attracted to dead things-
A. Baalzebub- dung god- baal of the fly.
5. Romans 12:1-2 Living sacrifice
A. A sacrifice gives off a sweet odor to God.
Don't allow the flies in life to cause you to stink
Get Over It
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If we want to enjoy the abundant life God has promised us, there are some things we need to get over.
I. Get over your mistakes.
1. John 8:1-11 Woman taken in adultery.
A. Go and sin no more
2. 1Tim 1:12-15 We all have a past.
A. Don't let your past hold you in the past.
B. Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
II. Get over limitations.
3. John 6:1-13 God is able to turn your lack into more than enough.
A. Numbers 13: They kept themselves from entering the promised land.
Pro 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Phi 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
III. Get over yourself. (The biggest thing)
4. Dan 4:24-37 Nebuchadnezzer learned that he was not God.
Peter got over himself after the rooster crowed.
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
1Pe 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:
We can overcome!
Rev 21:6-8 And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely. (7) He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. (8) But the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
There are things we must get over if we plan on living our lives as overcomers.
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If we want to enjoy the abundant life God has promised us, there are some things we need to get over.
I. Get over your mistakes.
1. John 8:1-11 Woman taken in adultery.
A. Go and sin no more
2. 1Tim 1:12-15 We all have a past.
A. Don't let your past hold you in the past.
B. Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
II. Get over limitations.
3. John 6:1-13 God is able to turn your lack into more than enough.
A. Numbers 13: They kept themselves from entering the promised land.
Pro 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Phi 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
III. Get over yourself. (The biggest thing)
4. Dan 4:24-37 Nebuchadnezzer learned that he was not God.
Peter got over himself after the rooster crowed.
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
1Pe 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:
We can overcome!
Rev 21:6-8 And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely. (7) He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. (8) But the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
There are things we must get over if we plan on living our lives as overcomers.
The Right Road
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1. Proverbs 14:12-13 Seemeth right.
A. Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
B. Pro 14:12-13 There's a way of life that looks harmless enough; look again--it leads straight to hell. (13) Sure, those people appear to be having a good time, but all that laughter will end in heartbreak.
2. Heb 11:24-26 Pleasures of sin for a season
A. Moses saw the big picture.
B. He made a choice to go with God rather than stay with the world.
We must always choose to stay on the side of the Lord.
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
3. Jerem 6:16 The good way
A. Jer 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!'
The good news of the gospel is that you get to choose the way you go.
A. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
God loves us so much, he even tells us the right way to choose.
A. Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
4. Matt 7:13-14 Strait Gate
A. Jesus tells us the right way to go.
How do I choose life or the strait gate? Choose to serve Jesus!
A. I'm not sure I can live that kind of life-
5. Prov 3:5-6 He shall direct thy paths
A. Psa 37:23-26 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. (24) Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. (25) I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. (26) He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life". When we stay on the path with Him, we cannot fail.
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1. Proverbs 14:12-13 Seemeth right.
A. Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
B. Pro 14:12-13 There's a way of life that looks harmless enough; look again--it leads straight to hell. (13) Sure, those people appear to be having a good time, but all that laughter will end in heartbreak.
2. Heb 11:24-26 Pleasures of sin for a season
A. Moses saw the big picture.
B. He made a choice to go with God rather than stay with the world.
We must always choose to stay on the side of the Lord.
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
3. Jerem 6:16 The good way
A. Jer 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!'
The good news of the gospel is that you get to choose the way you go.
A. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
God loves us so much, he even tells us the right way to choose.
A. Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
4. Matt 7:13-14 Strait Gate
A. Jesus tells us the right way to go.
How do I choose life or the strait gate? Choose to serve Jesus!
A. I'm not sure I can live that kind of life-
5. Prov 3:5-6 He shall direct thy paths
A. Psa 37:23-26 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. (24) Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. (25) I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. (26) He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life". When we stay on the path with Him, we cannot fail.
What Do You Think?
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1. 2Peter 3:1-2 Stir up your pure minds.
A. Remember what the Word says.
B. 2Pe 3:1 This is my second letter to you, dear friends, and in both of them I have tried to stimulate your wholesome thinking and refresh your memory.
2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
Peter is not talking about stirring up the gifts, but about stirring up the way you think.
The way we think will determine our level of accomplishment in whatever we are doing- both natural and spiritual.
A. We want to focus on the spiritual.
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
A. Bringing into captivity every thought.
B. Don't let your voice give birth to the thought.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
No matter what that thought is, if it doesn't line up with the Word, keep your mouth shut and bring it into captivity- Abort it!
3. Romans 1:18-22 Vain imaginations
A. Professing to be wise.
4. 1Chron 28:9-10 Solomon's charge
A. Serve with a perfect heart and a willing mind.
B. The Lord knows what we are thinking.
C. We are the sanctuary of the Holy Ghost.
Our thought life is a powerful tool- It can give entrance to evil (pagan rituals) or it can give entrance to the Word.
5. Josh 1:8 Meditate in the Word
A. It brings prosperity and good success.
B. Heb 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
6. Phil 4:8-9 Think on these things
A. Ecc 10:1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.
Don't let your thought life stink up your anointing
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1. 2Peter 3:1-2 Stir up your pure minds.
A. Remember what the Word says.
B. 2Pe 3:1 This is my second letter to you, dear friends, and in both of them I have tried to stimulate your wholesome thinking and refresh your memory.
2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
Peter is not talking about stirring up the gifts, but about stirring up the way you think.
The way we think will determine our level of accomplishment in whatever we are doing- both natural and spiritual.
A. We want to focus on the spiritual.
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
A. Bringing into captivity every thought.
B. Don't let your voice give birth to the thought.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
No matter what that thought is, if it doesn't line up with the Word, keep your mouth shut and bring it into captivity- Abort it!
3. Romans 1:18-22 Vain imaginations
A. Professing to be wise.
4. 1Chron 28:9-10 Solomon's charge
A. Serve with a perfect heart and a willing mind.
B. The Lord knows what we are thinking.
C. We are the sanctuary of the Holy Ghost.
Our thought life is a powerful tool- It can give entrance to evil (pagan rituals) or it can give entrance to the Word.
5. Josh 1:8 Meditate in the Word
A. It brings prosperity and good success.
B. Heb 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
6. Phil 4:8-9 Think on these things
A. Ecc 10:1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.
Don't let your thought life stink up your anointing
The Trap of Unbelief
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1. Mark 9:14-27 Help mine unbelief
A. Faithless generation
B. All things are possible to him that believeth.
C. Help thou mine unbelief.
There was an unbelief problem here.
A. The problem wasn't with God, Jesus cast it out.
2. 2Peter 1:1-4 All things that pertain to life and Godliness
A. Through knowledge of Him.
B. Partakers of divine nature.
Since God has given us everything we need, we must be the problem.
A. Our problem is unbelief!
3. 2Peter 3:1-18 Not willing that any should perish.
A. The unbelief that Jesus is coming again.
B. Unbelief causing people to not repent.
C. The unwillingness of "Christians" to live holy.
D. Unbelief in understanding the scriptures.
Just because something in the Word seems difficult, doesn't give us a right to dismiss or not believe it.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
A. 2Co 1:20 Whatever God has promised gets stamped with the Yes of Jesus. In him, this is what we preach and pray, the great Amen, God's Yes and our Yes together, gloriously evident. MSG
When we do what the Word says, we are saying yes we believe and our faith overcomes unbelief.
It doesn't matter if anyone else believes it or not; If the Word says it, it is true.
A. Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
4. Hebrews 11:6 Without faith
A. Unbelief is the opposite or enemy of faith.
5. Romans 4:16-25 Staggered not
Rise above the trap of unbelief and let your faith in God take you to places you have never been.
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1. Mark 9:14-27 Help mine unbelief
A. Faithless generation
B. All things are possible to him that believeth.
C. Help thou mine unbelief.
There was an unbelief problem here.
A. The problem wasn't with God, Jesus cast it out.
2. 2Peter 1:1-4 All things that pertain to life and Godliness
A. Through knowledge of Him.
B. Partakers of divine nature.
Since God has given us everything we need, we must be the problem.
A. Our problem is unbelief!
3. 2Peter 3:1-18 Not willing that any should perish.
A. The unbelief that Jesus is coming again.
B. Unbelief causing people to not repent.
C. The unwillingness of "Christians" to live holy.
D. Unbelief in understanding the scriptures.
Just because something in the Word seems difficult, doesn't give us a right to dismiss or not believe it.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
A. 2Co 1:20 Whatever God has promised gets stamped with the Yes of Jesus. In him, this is what we preach and pray, the great Amen, God's Yes and our Yes together, gloriously evident. MSG
When we do what the Word says, we are saying yes we believe and our faith overcomes unbelief.
It doesn't matter if anyone else believes it or not; If the Word says it, it is true.
A. Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
4. Hebrews 11:6 Without faith
A. Unbelief is the opposite or enemy of faith.
5. Romans 4:16-25 Staggered not
Rise above the trap of unbelief and let your faith in God take you to places you have never been.
Speak Power
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 Giveth us the victory.
A. Victory is already ours through Jesus Christ.
2. John 10:10 Life abundantly
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. I have come in order that you might have life---life in all its fullness. GNB
D. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
How can I have this abundant, victorious life?
1Jn 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
Faith is not only our belief in Jesus, but also in the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
B. There is a difference in hearing and understanding.
C. Understanding is the ability to apply it correctly.
3. Mark 11:22-25 Have faith in God
A. Jesus spoke to the tree.
B. Jesus said speak to the mountain.
C. Pray and believe you receive.
D. Two different ways to execute faith.
Joh 14:12 I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and he will do even greater things than these, because I go to the Father. AMP
4. Mark 4:36-41 Jesus speaks to the sea.
A. Jesus did not pray for the sea to calm.
B. Jesus didn't pray for the sick, he healed the sick.
We have to get past the mindset that we are helpless-
A. Dan 11:32 but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
Those that have the right mindset know that it is not their power, but the power of God working through them.
A. The electric cord doesn't have power, but it delivers what is runing through it.
5. Luke 10:17-20 I give you power
A. Don't take credit for it.
We have been given power to affect the lives we live. God wants us to use that power to impose the kingdom of God into this world.
6. Prov 18:20-21 Death and Life
A. The tongue has the power to produce.
Knowing how to speak your words in faith will release wonderworking power.
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 Giveth us the victory.
A. Victory is already ours through Jesus Christ.
2. John 10:10 Life abundantly
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. I have come in order that you might have life---life in all its fullness. GNB
D. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
How can I have this abundant, victorious life?
1Jn 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
Faith is not only our belief in Jesus, but also in the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
B. There is a difference in hearing and understanding.
C. Understanding is the ability to apply it correctly.
3. Mark 11:22-25 Have faith in God
A. Jesus spoke to the tree.
B. Jesus said speak to the mountain.
C. Pray and believe you receive.
D. Two different ways to execute faith.
Joh 14:12 I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and he will do even greater things than these, because I go to the Father. AMP
4. Mark 4:36-41 Jesus speaks to the sea.
A. Jesus did not pray for the sea to calm.
B. Jesus didn't pray for the sick, he healed the sick.
We have to get past the mindset that we are helpless-
A. Dan 11:32 but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
Those that have the right mindset know that it is not their power, but the power of God working through them.
A. The electric cord doesn't have power, but it delivers what is runing through it.
5. Luke 10:17-20 I give you power
A. Don't take credit for it.
We have been given power to affect the lives we live. God wants us to use that power to impose the kingdom of God into this world.
6. Prov 18:20-21 Death and Life
A. The tongue has the power to produce.
Knowing how to speak your words in faith will release wonderworking power.
Step Out of the Dark Resurrection Sunday
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1. John 3:1-6 Nicodemus comes to Jesus.
A. You must be born again.
B. You can't enter into the kingdom of God without being born again.
What does it mean to be born again?
2. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess.
A. V.13 Whosoever means anyone.
What am I believing and confessing?
A. The redemptive work of the cross.
B. Confessing Jesus as my Lord.
1. John 3:16-21 God so loved the world.
A. Coming to Jesus means you are tired of living in the darkness of the world.
3. Colo 1:12-14 Translated from darkness.
A. Forgiveness of sin.
B. We are given Kingdom Life.
This does not mean that everything will always go perfect- It means that no matter what you go through, God will always be with you.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
B. Jas 1:12-17 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. (13) Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. (16) Do not err, my beloved brethren. (17) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
God is the God of good things.
4. John 10:10 The thief comes to destroy.
A. Jesus wants to give you life here and for an eternity.
B. Mat 16:26-27 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? (27) For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
Each one of us must make our own choice, but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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1. John 3:1-6 Nicodemus comes to Jesus.
A. You must be born again.
B. You can't enter into the kingdom of God without being born again.
What does it mean to be born again?
2. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess.
A. V.13 Whosoever means anyone.
What am I believing and confessing?
A. The redemptive work of the cross.
B. Confessing Jesus as my Lord.
1. John 3:16-21 God so loved the world.
A. Coming to Jesus means you are tired of living in the darkness of the world.
3. Colo 1:12-14 Translated from darkness.
A. Forgiveness of sin.
B. We are given Kingdom Life.
This does not mean that everything will always go perfect- It means that no matter what you go through, God will always be with you.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
B. Jas 1:12-17 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. (13) Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. (16) Do not err, my beloved brethren. (17) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
God is the God of good things.
4. John 10:10 The thief comes to destroy.
A. Jesus wants to give you life here and for an eternity.
B. Mat 16:26-27 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? (27) For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
Each one of us must make our own choice, but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
New Life
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1. John 12:23-26 Except it die
A. Jesus was speaking of his resurrection.
B. If it die it bringeth forth much fruit.
What the seed is when it is planted has to die in order to be what it is supposed to be when it comes back to life.
A. One corn kernel becomes a corn stalk which produces ears full of kernels.
2. Romans 6:1-11 Dead to sin, alive unto Christ
A. The old man is dead.
B. Our new life is in Christ.
3. Gal 2:19-20 Crucified with Christ
4. Eph 4:17-24 Put off the old man
A. Put on the mew man.
There are things in our life that we must let die and not try to revive them.
A. Certain feeling or emotions.
B. Certain associations.
5. 1Corinth 15:33-38 Awake to righteousness
A. Every one of us is given a body to produce fruit.
Producing much or quality fruit requires special attention to the task.
A. Planting 3 corn kernels and thinning down to 2.
B. Fruit trees must be pruned.
6. John 15:1-11 He is the vine, we are the branches.
A. He prunes us so we can bring forth much fruit.
Our old life must die if we want to walk in the newness of life.
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1. John 12:23-26 Except it die
A. Jesus was speaking of his resurrection.
B. If it die it bringeth forth much fruit.
What the seed is when it is planted has to die in order to be what it is supposed to be when it comes back to life.
A. One corn kernel becomes a corn stalk which produces ears full of kernels.
2. Romans 6:1-11 Dead to sin, alive unto Christ
A. The old man is dead.
B. Our new life is in Christ.
3. Gal 2:19-20 Crucified with Christ
4. Eph 4:17-24 Put off the old man
A. Put on the mew man.
There are things in our life that we must let die and not try to revive them.
A. Certain feeling or emotions.
B. Certain associations.
5. 1Corinth 15:33-38 Awake to righteousness
A. Every one of us is given a body to produce fruit.
Producing much or quality fruit requires special attention to the task.
A. Planting 3 corn kernels and thinning down to 2.
B. Fruit trees must be pruned.
6. John 15:1-11 He is the vine, we are the branches.
A. He prunes us so we can bring forth much fruit.
Our old life must die if we want to walk in the newness of life.
Palm Sunday Will You Stick With Jesus
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1. Matt 21:1-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. Joh 12:12-13 On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, (13) Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord.
This is the reason it is called Palm Sunday.
Let's look at what was going on.
Jesus had been in Jerusalem before- He had been to other Passover feasts, Why make such a big deal now?
First of all: Jesus had raised Lazarus from the dead and word had gotten out.
A. Many were there because of the miracles.
Second: Zechariah had prophesied his coming in 9:9
Zec 9:9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.
A. They thought that Jesus was going to set up a natural kingdom.
B. They thought that all their troubles would be over.
They brought him in like a King-
When things didn't go the way they expected, they crucified him like a common
criminal.
A. The same people
How could someone have so much excitement about Jesus and then just kill him????
We have to ask ourselves that same question..
2. Rev 2:1-7 The church at Ephesus
A. Rev 2:1-7 "Write this letter to the angel of the church in Ephesus. This is the message from the One who holds the seven stars in His right hand, the One who walks among the seven gold lampstands: (2) "I know all the things you do. I have seen your hard work and your patient endurance. I know you don't tolerate evil people. You have examined the claims of those who say they are apostles but are not. You have discovered they are liars. (3) You have patiently suffered for Me without quitting. (4) "But I have this complaint against you. You don't love Me or each other as you did at first! (5) Look how far you have fallen! Turn back to Me and do the works you did at first. If you don't repent, I will come and remove your lampstand from its place among the churches. (6) But this is in your favor: You hate the evil deeds of the Nicolaitans, just as I do. (7) "Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what He is saying to the churches. To everyone who is victorious I will give fruit from the tree of life in the paradise of God.
B. They were so busy with life that they didn't recognize that they were falling away from God.
C. Maintaining a love relationship with someone means you have to spend time with them.
1Co 13:4-7 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
As long as things were going good, they thought Jesus was the bomb, but when things got rough they separated themselves from him.
They didn't know that they were separating themselves from the very one that was able to save them.
A. They only saw the natural.
Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
Jesus knew when he enter Jerusalem that day that he would have to carry through with the plan of God, even though it meant crucifixion. Why? Because he knew the outcome.
We know the outcome of sticking with Jesus. Are we willing to stand in faith until he comes?
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1. Matt 21:1-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. Joh 12:12-13 On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, (13) Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord.
This is the reason it is called Palm Sunday.
Let's look at what was going on.
Jesus had been in Jerusalem before- He had been to other Passover feasts, Why make such a big deal now?
First of all: Jesus had raised Lazarus from the dead and word had gotten out.
A. Many were there because of the miracles.
Second: Zechariah had prophesied his coming in 9:9
Zec 9:9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.
A. They thought that Jesus was going to set up a natural kingdom.
B. They thought that all their troubles would be over.
They brought him in like a King-
When things didn't go the way they expected, they crucified him like a common
criminal.
A. The same people
How could someone have so much excitement about Jesus and then just kill him????
We have to ask ourselves that same question..
2. Rev 2:1-7 The church at Ephesus
A. Rev 2:1-7 "Write this letter to the angel of the church in Ephesus. This is the message from the One who holds the seven stars in His right hand, the One who walks among the seven gold lampstands: (2) "I know all the things you do. I have seen your hard work and your patient endurance. I know you don't tolerate evil people. You have examined the claims of those who say they are apostles but are not. You have discovered they are liars. (3) You have patiently suffered for Me without quitting. (4) "But I have this complaint against you. You don't love Me or each other as you did at first! (5) Look how far you have fallen! Turn back to Me and do the works you did at first. If you don't repent, I will come and remove your lampstand from its place among the churches. (6) But this is in your favor: You hate the evil deeds of the Nicolaitans, just as I do. (7) "Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what He is saying to the churches. To everyone who is victorious I will give fruit from the tree of life in the paradise of God.
B. They were so busy with life that they didn't recognize that they were falling away from God.
C. Maintaining a love relationship with someone means you have to spend time with them.
1Co 13:4-7 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
As long as things were going good, they thought Jesus was the bomb, but when things got rough they separated themselves from him.
They didn't know that they were separating themselves from the very one that was able to save them.
A. They only saw the natural.
Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
Jesus knew when he enter Jerusalem that day that he would have to carry through with the plan of God, even though it meant crucifixion. Why? Because he knew the outcome.
We know the outcome of sticking with Jesus. Are we willing to stand in faith until he comes?
Stay Wise
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1. Psalm 27:1-6 Whom shall I fear?
A. As long as we set our face to serve the Lord, God will always be there for us.
Fear happens when we do not fully trust God
2. 1John 4:17-18 Love
A. The love of God is the weapon that destroys fear.
B. Heb 13:6 So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
3. 2Tim 1:1-9 Hath not given a spirit of fear
A. Don't be ashamed of who you are.
4. Romans 8:12-18 Spirit of adoption
A. We are children of God
B. We are heirs and joint heirs
There is a fear that means to be afraid- There is also a fear that means to reverence.
Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
5. Proverbs 3:1-8 Fear the Lord, depart from evil.
A. Health and marrow
6. Psalm 115:11-18 The Lord hath been mindful of us.
A. Blessing and increase to those that fear the Lord.
B. Dan 11:32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, stay wise
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1. Psalm 27:1-6 Whom shall I fear?
A. As long as we set our face to serve the Lord, God will always be there for us.
Fear happens when we do not fully trust God
2. 1John 4:17-18 Love
A. The love of God is the weapon that destroys fear.
B. Heb 13:6 So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
3. 2Tim 1:1-9 Hath not given a spirit of fear
A. Don't be ashamed of who you are.
4. Romans 8:12-18 Spirit of adoption
A. We are children of God
B. We are heirs and joint heirs
There is a fear that means to be afraid- There is also a fear that means to reverence.
Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
5. Proverbs 3:1-8 Fear the Lord, depart from evil.
A. Health and marrow
6. Psalm 115:11-18 The Lord hath been mindful of us.
A. Blessing and increase to those that fear the Lord.
B. Dan 11:32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, stay wise
Praise
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1. Psalm 150:1-6 Everything that has breath.
A. Praise him for mighty acts- Many things to praise him for.
B. Praise him upon... Many ways to praise him.
2. Exodus 15:18-21 Miriam praised after a victory.
3. Josh 6:15-16;20 Joshua takes Jericho
A. Nothing happened until they shouted and praised.
4. 2Chron 20:1-25 Jehoshaphat
A. They were outnumbered.
B. They sought the Lord.
C. They didn't have to fight.
D. They ended up with all the spoils from the enemy.
5. Acts 16:16-33 Paul and Silas
A. They had cast out a spirit.
B. They were charged with all kinds of stories.
C. They prayed and sang praises.
6. Heb 13:12-15 The sacrifice of praise.
1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
Praise is our weapon against the enemy.
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1. Psalm 150:1-6 Everything that has breath.
A. Praise him for mighty acts- Many things to praise him for.
B. Praise him upon... Many ways to praise him.
2. Exodus 15:18-21 Miriam praised after a victory.
3. Josh 6:15-16;20 Joshua takes Jericho
A. Nothing happened until they shouted and praised.
4. 2Chron 20:1-25 Jehoshaphat
A. They were outnumbered.
B. They sought the Lord.
C. They didn't have to fight.
D. They ended up with all the spoils from the enemy.
5. Acts 16:16-33 Paul and Silas
A. They had cast out a spirit.
B. They were charged with all kinds of stories.
C. They prayed and sang praises.
6. Heb 13:12-15 The sacrifice of praise.
1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
Praise is our weapon against the enemy.
Maturity Comes From the Word
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1. Heb 6:1-3 Move on into maturity.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. (2) You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. (3) And so, God willing, we will move forward to further understanding.NLT
B. Heb 6:1-3 THEREFORE LET us go on and get past the elementary stage in the teachings and doctrine of Christ (the Messiah), advancing steadily toward the completeness and perfection that belong to spiritual maturity. Let us not again be laying the foundation of repentance and abandonment of dead works (dead formalism) and of the faith [by which you turned] to God, (2) With teachings about purifying, the laying on of hands, the resurrection from the dead, and eternal judgment and punishment. [These are all matters of which you should have been fully aware long, long ago.] (3) If indeed God permits, we will [now] proceed [to advanced teaching].AMP
C. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; (2) baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. (3) God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
We must all have a solid foundation in the basics of Christianity, but we can't grow if we don't move past the foundation.
Illustration: Building a house
A. The foundation is just the starting point on a house.
B. The house is built from the foundation up.
Salvation is not the finish line for our walk with God, it is the starting line.
The writer of Hebrews is telling us to grow up into maturity with God.
2. 1Peter 2:1-3 Sincere milk
A. We can never grow past our level of knowledge of the Word.
B. We can never have faith past our level of knowledge of the Word.
C. If we are unwilling to be taught the Word, we will stay in immaturity.
3. 1Corinth 3:1-3 Couldn't feed meat.
A. 1Co 3:1-3 But for right now, friends, I'm completely frustrated by your unspiritual dealings with each other and with God. You're acting like infants in relation to Christ, (2) capable of nothing much more than nursing at the breast. Well, then, I'll nurse you since you don't seem capable of anything more. (3) As long as you grab for what makes you feel good or makes you look important, are you really much different than a babe at the breast, content only when everything's going your way?
4. Heb 5:9-14 Dull of hearing
A. Because they refused to listen they remained babes.
What do we do to make sure we don't remain babes?
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
5. 2Tim 3:16-17 All scripture is profitable.
A. Throughly furnished unto all good works.
Our job is to continue in the scriptures and allow them to mature us spiritually.
6. 2Tim 2:15-26 Study to show yourself approved unto God.
A.2Ti 2:15-26 Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. (16) Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. (17) This kind of talk spreads like cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. (18) They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith. (19) But God's truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: "The LORD knows those who are His," and "All who belong to the LORD must turn away from evil." (20) In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. (21) If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work. (22) Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. (23) Again I say, don't get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. (24) A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. (25) Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people's hearts, and they will learn the truth. (26) Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil's trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.NLT
Study the Word and allow it to bring you into maturity.
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1. Heb 6:1-3 Move on into maturity.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. (2) You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. (3) And so, God willing, we will move forward to further understanding.NLT
B. Heb 6:1-3 THEREFORE LET us go on and get past the elementary stage in the teachings and doctrine of Christ (the Messiah), advancing steadily toward the completeness and perfection that belong to spiritual maturity. Let us not again be laying the foundation of repentance and abandonment of dead works (dead formalism) and of the faith [by which you turned] to God, (2) With teachings about purifying, the laying on of hands, the resurrection from the dead, and eternal judgment and punishment. [These are all matters of which you should have been fully aware long, long ago.] (3) If indeed God permits, we will [now] proceed [to advanced teaching].AMP
C. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; (2) baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. (3) God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
We must all have a solid foundation in the basics of Christianity, but we can't grow if we don't move past the foundation.
Illustration: Building a house
A. The foundation is just the starting point on a house.
B. The house is built from the foundation up.
Salvation is not the finish line for our walk with God, it is the starting line.
The writer of Hebrews is telling us to grow up into maturity with God.
2. 1Peter 2:1-3 Sincere milk
A. We can never grow past our level of knowledge of the Word.
B. We can never have faith past our level of knowledge of the Word.
C. If we are unwilling to be taught the Word, we will stay in immaturity.
3. 1Corinth 3:1-3 Couldn't feed meat.
A. 1Co 3:1-3 But for right now, friends, I'm completely frustrated by your unspiritual dealings with each other and with God. You're acting like infants in relation to Christ, (2) capable of nothing much more than nursing at the breast. Well, then, I'll nurse you since you don't seem capable of anything more. (3) As long as you grab for what makes you feel good or makes you look important, are you really much different than a babe at the breast, content only when everything's going your way?
4. Heb 5:9-14 Dull of hearing
A. Because they refused to listen they remained babes.
What do we do to make sure we don't remain babes?
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
5. 2Tim 3:16-17 All scripture is profitable.
A. Throughly furnished unto all good works.
Our job is to continue in the scriptures and allow them to mature us spiritually.
6. 2Tim 2:15-26 Study to show yourself approved unto God.
A.2Ti 2:15-26 Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. (16) Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. (17) This kind of talk spreads like cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. (18) They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith. (19) But God's truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: "The LORD knows those who are His," and "All who belong to the LORD must turn away from evil." (20) In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. (21) If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work. (22) Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. (23) Again I say, don't get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. (24) A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. (25) Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people's hearts, and they will learn the truth. (26) Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil's trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.NLT
Study the Word and allow it to bring you into maturity.
Stick With the Plan
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1. Jerem 29:11-12 God has plans for us
A. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for.GNB
B. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.NLT
2. Psalms 37:23-26 Steps of a good man.
Even though our steps are ordered of the Lord, it doesn't keep the enemy from trying to interupt God's plan.
3. Rom 8:26-28 All thngs together
A. God is always working toward our good and his purpose.
4. Gen 37-47 The story of Joseph
A. God used whatever situation Joseph was put in to bring about his plan.
B. Joseph was brought to prominence because he stuck with God
God used Paul through all of his trials.
The crucifixion of Jesus was God's plan to redeem all of mankind.
God has a plan for every believer. Stick with him and he shall bring it to pass.
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1. Jerem 29:11-12 God has plans for us
A. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for.GNB
B. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.NLT
2. Psalms 37:23-26 Steps of a good man.
Even though our steps are ordered of the Lord, it doesn't keep the enemy from trying to interupt God's plan.
3. Rom 8:26-28 All thngs together
A. God is always working toward our good and his purpose.
4. Gen 37-47 The story of Joseph
A. God used whatever situation Joseph was put in to bring about his plan.
B. Joseph was brought to prominence because he stuck with God
God used Paul through all of his trials.
The crucifixion of Jesus was God's plan to redeem all of mankind.
God has a plan for every believer. Stick with him and he shall bring it to pass.
Accept Jesus
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1. John 3:16-21 God so loved the world
A. Jesus was God's greatest expression of love toward mankind.
B. People condemn themselves by not believing.
C. They love darkness rather than light because their deeds were evil.
D. Joh 3:21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
The only way to heaven is by accepting Jesus Christ as our Savior.
2. Romans 10:1-10 Paul prays for Israel to be saved.
A. They had a zeal of god, but not according to knowledge.
B. They tried to establish their own rightousness.
C. Our righteousness comes through Christ when we accept him as our Savior.
D. We must believe and confess.
3. 2Corinth 5:17-21 New Creatures
A. We won't act the way we used to.
B. 2Co 5:17-21 This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! (18) And all of this is a gift from God, who brought us back to Himself through Christ. And God has given us this task of reconciling people to Him. (19) For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to Himself, no longer counting people's sins against them. And He gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. (20) So we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making His appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, "Come back to God!" (21) For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.NLT
C. We are now the righteousness of God and we must walk accordingly.
Just because you are saved and have the righteousness of God, doesn't mean everything will be easy.
4. Matt 5:10-16 Blessed
A. Persecutions come with Living for Jesus.
B. Blessing comes from persecutions.
C. You and I are to be salt and light to this lost and dying world.
5. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight
A. Lay hold on eternal life.
B. 1Ti 6:12-14 Run hard and fast in the faith. Seize the eternal life, the life you were called to, the life you so fervently embraced in the presence of so many witnesses. (13) I'm charging you before the life-giving God and before Christ, who took his stand before Pontius Pilate and didn't give an inch: (14) Keep this command to the letter, and don't slack off. Our Master, Jesus Christ, is on his way.MSG
There is a real hell- It was prepared for the devil and his angels. However, everyday people who pass from this life without accepting Jesus as their Savior are ending up there.
Hell is not a place you go for the weekend- Hell is for eternity.
Heaven is real- Jesus has prepared a place for everyone that accepts his sacrifice for our sin.
Let's make sure we accept Jesus as our Savior and stay on course until we receive our heavenly reward.
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1. John 3:16-21 God so loved the world
A. Jesus was God's greatest expression of love toward mankind.
B. People condemn themselves by not believing.
C. They love darkness rather than light because their deeds were evil.
D. Joh 3:21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
The only way to heaven is by accepting Jesus Christ as our Savior.
2. Romans 10:1-10 Paul prays for Israel to be saved.
A. They had a zeal of god, but not according to knowledge.
B. They tried to establish their own rightousness.
C. Our righteousness comes through Christ when we accept him as our Savior.
D. We must believe and confess.
3. 2Corinth 5:17-21 New Creatures
A. We won't act the way we used to.
B. 2Co 5:17-21 This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! (18) And all of this is a gift from God, who brought us back to Himself through Christ. And God has given us this task of reconciling people to Him. (19) For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to Himself, no longer counting people's sins against them. And He gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. (20) So we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making His appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, "Come back to God!" (21) For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.NLT
C. We are now the righteousness of God and we must walk accordingly.
Just because you are saved and have the righteousness of God, doesn't mean everything will be easy.
4. Matt 5:10-16 Blessed
A. Persecutions come with Living for Jesus.
B. Blessing comes from persecutions.
C. You and I are to be salt and light to this lost and dying world.
5. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight
A. Lay hold on eternal life.
B. 1Ti 6:12-14 Run hard and fast in the faith. Seize the eternal life, the life you were called to, the life you so fervently embraced in the presence of so many witnesses. (13) I'm charging you before the life-giving God and before Christ, who took his stand before Pontius Pilate and didn't give an inch: (14) Keep this command to the letter, and don't slack off. Our Master, Jesus Christ, is on his way.MSG
There is a real hell- It was prepared for the devil and his angels. However, everyday people who pass from this life without accepting Jesus as their Savior are ending up there.
Hell is not a place you go for the weekend- Hell is for eternity.
Heaven is real- Jesus has prepared a place for everyone that accepts his sacrifice for our sin.
Let's make sure we accept Jesus as our Savior and stay on course until we receive our heavenly reward.
By My Spirit
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1. Eph 6:10-18 Be strong in the Lord
A. Our strength comes from our walk with the Lord.
B. The armour of God is what protects us.
C. The shield of faith is what quenches the fiery darts.
2. Zech 4:6-7 By my Spirit
A. Nothing can stand against the Spirit of God.
B. There will always be obstacles that stand against us.
3. Joshua 14:7-13 Caleb asks for his mountain.
A.The giants are still there.
B. The cities were great and fenced.
C. if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the LORD said.
Caleb knew it wouldn't be easy, but he knew the Lord was with him.
A. He could have just settled somewhere else.
B. The Lord said that the mountain was Caleb's.
C. Caleb trusted God to be with him to conquer the mountain.
Caleb had faith in God. (Old Testament)
4. Mark 11:22-26 Have faith in God
A. Speak to the mountain.
B. Believe and don't doubt.
C. Believe you have what you asked for the minute you pray.
D. If you don't forgive, your prayers are wasted breath.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
God has already given us the victory, we just need to take possession of it through our faith.
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1. Eph 6:10-18 Be strong in the Lord
A. Our strength comes from our walk with the Lord.
B. The armour of God is what protects us.
C. The shield of faith is what quenches the fiery darts.
2. Zech 4:6-7 By my Spirit
A. Nothing can stand against the Spirit of God.
B. There will always be obstacles that stand against us.
3. Joshua 14:7-13 Caleb asks for his mountain.
A.The giants are still there.
B. The cities were great and fenced.
C. if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the LORD said.
Caleb knew it wouldn't be easy, but he knew the Lord was with him.
A. He could have just settled somewhere else.
B. The Lord said that the mountain was Caleb's.
C. Caleb trusted God to be with him to conquer the mountain.
Caleb had faith in God. (Old Testament)
4. Mark 11:22-26 Have faith in God
A. Speak to the mountain.
B. Believe and don't doubt.
C. Believe you have what you asked for the minute you pray.
D. If you don't forgive, your prayers are wasted breath.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
God has already given us the victory, we just need to take possession of it through our faith.
Stand on the Rock
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1. Psalm 91:1-16 Psa 91:1-16 Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. (2) This I declare about the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; He is my God, and I trust Him. (3) For He will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. (4) He will cover you with His feathers. He will shelter you with His wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. (5) Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. (6) Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. (7) Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. (8) Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. (9) If you make the LORD your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, (10) no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. (11) For He will order His angels to protect you wherever you go. (12) They will hold you up with their hands so you won't even hurt your foot on a stone. (13) You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet! (14) The LORD says, "I will rescue those who love Me. I will protect those who trust in My name. (15) When they call on Me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. (16) I will reward them with a long life and give them My salvation."
Have you made the Lord your refuge?
A. KJV- Fortress- Stronghold
B. A Place than cannot be moved.
C. A place the enemy cannot manipulate or influence.
When the Lord laid it on Nehemiah's heart to rebuild Jerusalem, the enemy was angry.
A. He was laughed at.
B. He was threatened.
C. He was lied on.
D. They tried to get him to quit working and come and talk.
E. They hired friends to betray him.
Nehemiah refused to allow any of it to keep him from doing what the Lord had said.
A. He trusted the Lord.
Nah 1:2 GOD is serious business. He won't be trifled with. He avenges his foes. He stands up against his enemies, fierce and raging.MSG
Matt 14- Peter was safely walking on the water until he took his eyes off Jesus.
You and I must keep our eyes on Jesus and the Word no matter what is going on around us.
A. Anything that doesn't line up with the Word of God is not of God.
2. 2Tim 3:1-17 Perilous tiimes shall come.
A. These scriptures accurately describe the times we are living in.
What do we do to stay on track?
3. Matt 7:21-27 Build on the rock
A. Luk 6:48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.
Jesus is the Chief Corner Stone. As long as we stand on Him we won't be shaken.
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1. Psalm 91:1-16 Psa 91:1-16 Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. (2) This I declare about the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; He is my God, and I trust Him. (3) For He will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. (4) He will cover you with His feathers. He will shelter you with His wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. (5) Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. (6) Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. (7) Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. (8) Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. (9) If you make the LORD your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, (10) no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. (11) For He will order His angels to protect you wherever you go. (12) They will hold you up with their hands so you won't even hurt your foot on a stone. (13) You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet! (14) The LORD says, "I will rescue those who love Me. I will protect those who trust in My name. (15) When they call on Me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. (16) I will reward them with a long life and give them My salvation."
Have you made the Lord your refuge?
A. KJV- Fortress- Stronghold
B. A Place than cannot be moved.
C. A place the enemy cannot manipulate or influence.
When the Lord laid it on Nehemiah's heart to rebuild Jerusalem, the enemy was angry.
A. He was laughed at.
B. He was threatened.
C. He was lied on.
D. They tried to get him to quit working and come and talk.
E. They hired friends to betray him.
Nehemiah refused to allow any of it to keep him from doing what the Lord had said.
A. He trusted the Lord.
Nah 1:2 GOD is serious business. He won't be trifled with. He avenges his foes. He stands up against his enemies, fierce and raging.MSG
Matt 14- Peter was safely walking on the water until he took his eyes off Jesus.
You and I must keep our eyes on Jesus and the Word no matter what is going on around us.
A. Anything that doesn't line up with the Word of God is not of God.
2. 2Tim 3:1-17 Perilous tiimes shall come.
A. These scriptures accurately describe the times we are living in.
What do we do to stay on track?
3. Matt 7:21-27 Build on the rock
A. Luk 6:48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.
Jesus is the Chief Corner Stone. As long as we stand on Him we won't be shaken.
Balanced
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1. 2Tim 3:16-17 The Word of God is what gives us balance in our lives.
A. We don't want be fleshly or flakes.
2. James 1:6-8 We can't wavier.
A. Jam 1:6-8 Only it must be in faith that he asks with no wavering (no hesitating, no doubting). For the one who wavers (hesitates, doubts) is like the billowing surge out at sea that is blown hither and thither and tossed by the wind. (7) For truly, let not such a person imagine that he will receive anything [he asks for] from the Lord, (8) [For being as he is] a man of two minds (hesitating, dubious, irresolute), [he is] unstable and unreliable and uncertain about everything [he thinks, feels, decides].AMP
B. 2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
When we don't rightly divide the word , we can wavier.
Let's take healing for example:
We know 1Peter 2:24- Matt 8:17 Himself took our infirmities and bare our sicknesses.
We believe those scriptures-So why aren't we healed immediately?
3. 1Corinth 12:1-11 There is a difference between healings and miracles.
A. Miracles are instant- Healings take time.
4. Heb 10:35-38 You have need of patience.
This process is true in almost every area when receiving from God.
Heb 10:22-23 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. (23) Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Many people wavier when they don't see immediate results.
Heb 6:12-15 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises. (13) For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, (14) Saying, Surely blessing I will bless thee, and multiplying I will multiply thee. (15) And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.
Jos 1:7-9 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. (8) This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. (9) Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
When we stay balanced, we have God on our side.
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1. 2Tim 3:16-17 The Word of God is what gives us balance in our lives.
A. We don't want be fleshly or flakes.
2. James 1:6-8 We can't wavier.
A. Jam 1:6-8 Only it must be in faith that he asks with no wavering (no hesitating, no doubting). For the one who wavers (hesitates, doubts) is like the billowing surge out at sea that is blown hither and thither and tossed by the wind. (7) For truly, let not such a person imagine that he will receive anything [he asks for] from the Lord, (8) [For being as he is] a man of two minds (hesitating, dubious, irresolute), [he is] unstable and unreliable and uncertain about everything [he thinks, feels, decides].AMP
B. 2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
When we don't rightly divide the word , we can wavier.
Let's take healing for example:
We know 1Peter 2:24- Matt 8:17 Himself took our infirmities and bare our sicknesses.
We believe those scriptures-So why aren't we healed immediately?
3. 1Corinth 12:1-11 There is a difference between healings and miracles.
A. Miracles are instant- Healings take time.
4. Heb 10:35-38 You have need of patience.
This process is true in almost every area when receiving from God.
Heb 10:22-23 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. (23) Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Many people wavier when they don't see immediate results.
Heb 6:12-15 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises. (13) For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, (14) Saying, Surely blessing I will bless thee, and multiplying I will multiply thee. (15) And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.
Jos 1:7-9 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. (8) This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. (9) Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
When we stay balanced, we have God on our side.
Believe What You Can't See
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1. Psalm 37:23-26 The Steps of a good man.
A. Though he fall
Psa 37:24 If he stumbles, he's not down for long; GOD has a grip on his hand. MSG
Learning to walk in faith is like learning to ride a bike-
A. We start out wobbly and think about it.
B. After a while you just do it.
2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
2. Heb 11:1 Faith
A. Heb 11:1 Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see. NLT
B. Faith is believing that something you can't see with your eyes is going to come to pass.
Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
You have to have a bike in order to learn to ride- You Can't ride imagination.
You can't have faith by imagination- The Word of God is our catalyst for faith.
The Word of God is the unchangeable truth.
The primary external forces on the bike are gravity, ground, friction, rolling resistance, and air resistance.
A. A. Even though all these forces are working against you, you can still ride the bike.
B. Newton's Second Law of Motion says that acceleration (gaining speed) happens when a force acts on a mass (object). Riding your bicycle is a good example of this law of motion at work. Your bicycle is the mass. Your leg muscles pushing pushing on the pedals of your bicycle is the force.Aug 3, 2023
C. As long as I keep pushing, you will keep moving.
3. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward the mark.
A. Faith keeps on pressing and doesn't give up.
B. God loves it when we put pressure on his Word.
Pressure is what creates diamonds.
So what do we do?
I. We find the scriptures we are going to stand on.
II. We keep speaking those scriptures until they are as real to us as anything we can see with our eyes.
III. We act on them- Act as though they have already come to pass.
Faith believes in the heart before it ever sees with the eyes.
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1. Psalm 37:23-26 The Steps of a good man.
A. Though he fall
Psa 37:24 If he stumbles, he's not down for long; GOD has a grip on his hand. MSG
Learning to walk in faith is like learning to ride a bike-
A. We start out wobbly and think about it.
B. After a while you just do it.
2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
2. Heb 11:1 Faith
A. Heb 11:1 Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see. NLT
B. Faith is believing that something you can't see with your eyes is going to come to pass.
Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
You have to have a bike in order to learn to ride- You Can't ride imagination.
You can't have faith by imagination- The Word of God is our catalyst for faith.
The Word of God is the unchangeable truth.
The primary external forces on the bike are gravity, ground, friction, rolling resistance, and air resistance.
A. A. Even though all these forces are working against you, you can still ride the bike.
B. Newton's Second Law of Motion says that acceleration (gaining speed) happens when a force acts on a mass (object). Riding your bicycle is a good example of this law of motion at work. Your bicycle is the mass. Your leg muscles pushing pushing on the pedals of your bicycle is the force.Aug 3, 2023
C. As long as I keep pushing, you will keep moving.
3. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward the mark.
A. Faith keeps on pressing and doesn't give up.
B. God loves it when we put pressure on his Word.
Pressure is what creates diamonds.
So what do we do?
I. We find the scriptures we are going to stand on.
II. We keep speaking those scriptures until they are as real to us as anything we can see with our eyes.
III. We act on them- Act as though they have already come to pass.
Faith believes in the heart before it ever sees with the eyes.
Love Like God Loves
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1. 1Co 13:1-13 If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. (2) If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. (3) If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. (4) Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (8) Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! (9) Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! (10) But when full understanding comes, these partial things will become useless. (11) When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. (12) Now we see things imperfectly as in a cloudy mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows me completely. (13) Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.NLT
The main three types of love derived from the Greek are:
A. Eros- Erotic love- Sexual
B. Phileo- Brotherly love
C. Agape- The God kind of love. Unconditional love
2. John 3:16 God so loved the world.
What makes the love of God so unique is that God not only loves, but God is love.
3. 1John 4:7-21 God is love
A. God wants us to love the way he loves.
B. The attitude of the world is I love you if you love me.
Gary Chapman wrote a book about the five love languages: words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, and physical touch.
It helps to know which love language a person is most effected by.
No method of showing love is effective if it is not heart felt.
4. Mark 12:28-31 First commandment
A. Love thy neighbor as thyself.
5. John 15:7-14 Ye are my friends
The greatest love ever shown was when the Father gave us his Son as a ransom for our sin.
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1. 1Co 13:1-13 If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. (2) If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. (3) If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. (4) Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (8) Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! (9) Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! (10) But when full understanding comes, these partial things will become useless. (11) When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. (12) Now we see things imperfectly as in a cloudy mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows me completely. (13) Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.NLT
The main three types of love derived from the Greek are:
A. Eros- Erotic love- Sexual
B. Phileo- Brotherly love
C. Agape- The God kind of love. Unconditional love
2. John 3:16 God so loved the world.
What makes the love of God so unique is that God not only loves, but God is love.
3. 1John 4:7-21 God is love
A. God wants us to love the way he loves.
B. The attitude of the world is I love you if you love me.
Gary Chapman wrote a book about the five love languages: words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, and physical touch.
It helps to know which love language a person is most effected by.
No method of showing love is effective if it is not heart felt.
4. Mark 12:28-31 First commandment
A. Love thy neighbor as thyself.
5. John 15:7-14 Ye are my friends
The greatest love ever shown was when the Father gave us his Son as a ransom for our sin.
It Comes With It
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Illustration: When I bought the special, the pie came with it.
A. I didn't ask for it-
B. I didn't pay extra for it-
C. It made the meal complete.
When I gave my life to Jesus, I just wanted to go to heaven and not go to hell.
A. I didn't know that salvation was like the special.
B. Salvation- rescue or safety; deliver, health, save. Saved- deliver or protect; heal, preserve, save, do well, be (make) whole.
C. It all came with being in the family of God.
1. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not all his benefits.
A. Heaven is for later- The benefits are for now.
B. We can enjoy our life right now and Heaven (desert) is waiting on us.
When you find out that all this other stuff comes with the promise of eternal life!!!
Healing comes with it- I don't have to live in sickness anymore.
Prosperity comes with it- I don't have to live in lack and want anymore.
Abundant life comes with it- I don't have wait; I can live life in it's fulness now.
When I told Pastorette about the special she said, "Just because it came with it, doesn't mean you have to eat it".
She is right!
Let's take family curses for example- It hereditary they say. It runs in the family.
A. Just because something comes or runs in the family doesn't mean you have to eat it.
B. Isa 10:27 And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
One of the benefits of being in the family of God is "Deliverance".
A. There is no sickness or disease in the lineage of my new family.
B. Pro 26:2 As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
C. The curse can't come because it can't find a connection- The yoke has been destroyed.
The world tells us it's that time of year and flu comes with it- Don't eat it!
A. Flu vacinations ect.
B. They are not sure if they will work.
C. Some folks look like pin cushions from covid vacs and they still got it.
Even though the world has a lot of stuff that comes with it, we don't have to eat it. We trust the Word of God.
Isa 55:1-2 Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. (2) Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness.
Stick with the Word of God and you will have and enjoy life and all that comes with it.
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Illustration: When I bought the special, the pie came with it.
A. I didn't ask for it-
B. I didn't pay extra for it-
C. It made the meal complete.
When I gave my life to Jesus, I just wanted to go to heaven and not go to hell.
A. I didn't know that salvation was like the special.
B. Salvation- rescue or safety; deliver, health, save. Saved- deliver or protect; heal, preserve, save, do well, be (make) whole.
C. It all came with being in the family of God.
1. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not all his benefits.
A. Heaven is for later- The benefits are for now.
B. We can enjoy our life right now and Heaven (desert) is waiting on us.
When you find out that all this other stuff comes with the promise of eternal life!!!
Healing comes with it- I don't have to live in sickness anymore.
Prosperity comes with it- I don't have to live in lack and want anymore.
Abundant life comes with it- I don't have wait; I can live life in it's fulness now.
When I told Pastorette about the special she said, "Just because it came with it, doesn't mean you have to eat it".
She is right!
Let's take family curses for example- It hereditary they say. It runs in the family.
A. Just because something comes or runs in the family doesn't mean you have to eat it.
B. Isa 10:27 And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
One of the benefits of being in the family of God is "Deliverance".
A. There is no sickness or disease in the lineage of my new family.
B. Pro 26:2 As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
C. The curse can't come because it can't find a connection- The yoke has been destroyed.
The world tells us it's that time of year and flu comes with it- Don't eat it!
A. Flu vacinations ect.
B. They are not sure if they will work.
C. Some folks look like pin cushions from covid vacs and they still got it.
Even though the world has a lot of stuff that comes with it, we don't have to eat it. We trust the Word of God.
Isa 55:1-2 Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. (2) Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness.
Stick with the Word of God and you will have and enjoy life and all that comes with it.
The Will of God
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1. 1John 5:13-15 According to His will.
A. 1Jn 5:14-15 And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of boldness) which we have in Him: [we are sure] that if we ask anything (make any request) according to His will (in agreement with His own plan), He listens to and hears us. (15) And if (since) we [positively] know that He listens to us in whatever we ask, we also know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that we have [granted us as our present possessions] the requests made of Him.AMP
The Word of God is the will of God
A. Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
B. Php 2:9-11 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
The Will of God concerning salvation-
A. 2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
C. Rom 10:8-13 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. (12) For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. (13) For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Is it God's will for you to be saved? Yes!
The Will of God concerning healing?
A. Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
B. Mat 8:16-17 When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick: (17) That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
D. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
God already sees you as healed.
The Will of God concerning properity-
A. Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
B. Job 22:23-28 If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles. (24) Then shalt thou lay up gold as dust, and the gold of Ophir as the stones of the brooks. (25) Yea, the Almighty shall be thy defence, and thou shalt have plenty of silver. (26) For then shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty, and shalt lift up thy face unto God. (27) Thou shalt make thy prayer unto him, and he shall hear thee, and thou shalt pay thy vows. (28) Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.
C. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
The Will of God concerning Life-
A. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Joh 10:10 The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. Pro 9:10-11 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. (11) For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
C. Pro 3:1-2 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: (2) For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
D. Psa 91:14-16 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. (15) He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. (16) With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.
Long life is linked to Wisdom-
2. Prov 3:13-26 Find wisdom
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
The Word of God is the Will of God for every believer. Man's opinion will never change the Word.
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1. 1John 5:13-15 According to His will.
A. 1Jn 5:14-15 And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of boldness) which we have in Him: [we are sure] that if we ask anything (make any request) according to His will (in agreement with His own plan), He listens to and hears us. (15) And if (since) we [positively] know that He listens to us in whatever we ask, we also know [with settled and absolute knowledge] that we have [granted us as our present possessions] the requests made of Him.AMP
The Word of God is the will of God
A. Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
B. Php 2:9-11 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
The Will of God concerning salvation-
A. 2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
C. Rom 10:8-13 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. (12) For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. (13) For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Is it God's will for you to be saved? Yes!
The Will of God concerning healing?
A. Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
B. Mat 8:16-17 When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick: (17) That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
D. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
God already sees you as healed.
The Will of God concerning properity-
A. Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
B. Job 22:23-28 If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles. (24) Then shalt thou lay up gold as dust, and the gold of Ophir as the stones of the brooks. (25) Yea, the Almighty shall be thy defence, and thou shalt have plenty of silver. (26) For then shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty, and shalt lift up thy face unto God. (27) Thou shalt make thy prayer unto him, and he shall hear thee, and thou shalt pay thy vows. (28) Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.
C. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
The Will of God concerning Life-
A. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Joh 10:10 The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. Pro 9:10-11 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. (11) For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
C. Pro 3:1-2 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: (2) For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
D. Psa 91:14-16 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. (15) He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. (16) With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.
Long life is linked to Wisdom-
2. Prov 3:13-26 Find wisdom
Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
The Word of God is the Will of God for every believer. Man's opinion will never change the Word.
Faith is Believing
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1. Heb 11:1 What faith is.
A. Faith is taking God at his Word without visual comformation.
V.6- Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
2. Luke 16:19-31 The rich man and Lazarus
A. This is not about rich and poor.
B. Lazarus didn't go to Abraham's bosom because he was a beggar.
C. The rich man was in torment because he did not repent and believe Moses and the prophets.
D. Abraham said that if the brothers wouldn't believe what they heard, they wouldn't believe even seeing someone raised from the dead.
3. Heb 3:7-19 Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: Today, if you will hear His voice, (8) Do not harden your hearts, as [happened] in the rebellion [of Israel] and their provocation and embitterment [of Me] in the day of testing in the wilderness, (9) Where your fathers tried [My patience] and tested [My forbearance] and found I stood their test, and they saw My works for forty years. (10) And so I was provoked (displeased and sorely grieved) with that generation, and said, They always err and are led astray in their hearts, and they have not perceived or recognized My ways and become progressively better and more experimentally and intimately acquainted with them. (11) Accordingly, I swore in My wrath and indignation, They shall not enter into My rest. [Ps. 95:7-11.] (12) [Therefore beware] brethren, take care, lest there be in any one of you a wicked, unbelieving heart [which refuses to cleave to, trust in, and rely on Him], leading you to turn away and desert or stand aloof from the living God. (13) But instead warn (admonish, urge, and encourage) one another every day, as long as it is called Today, that none of you may be hardened [into settled rebellion] by the deceitfulness of sin [by the fraudulence, the stratagem, the trickery which the delusive glamor of his sin may play on him]. (14) For we have become fellows with Christ (the Messiah) and share in all He has for us, if only we hold our first newborn confidence and original assured expectation [in virtue of which we are believers] firm and unshaken to the end. (15) Then while it is [still] called Today, if you would hear His voice and when you hear it, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion [in the desert, when the people provoked and irritated and embittered God against them]. [Ps. 95:7, 8.] (16) For who were they who heard and yet were rebellious and provoked [Him]? Was it not all those who came out of Egypt led by Moses? (17) And with whom was He irritated and provoked and grieved for forty years? Was it not with those who sinned, whose dismembered bodies were strewn and left in the desert? (18) And to whom did He swear that they should not enter His rest, but to those who disobeyed [who had not listened to His word and who refused to be compliant or be persuaded]? (19) So we see that they were not able to enter [into His rest], because of their unwillingness to adhere to and trust in and rely on God [unbelief had shut them out]. [Num. 14:1-35.]AMP
Just because everything is going good right now, doesn't mean you can leave God out.
4. Luke 12:16-21 The rich fool
A. He was blessed with a bountiful harvest.
B. He gave no consideration to God or those around him.
5. Matt 6:31-34 Seek first.
A. Tomorrow will be taken care of if we seek Jesus today.
God doesn't take a back seat to anyone or anything.
Gal 6:7-9 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. (8) For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. (9) And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Seeing is not believing. Faith is believing.
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1. Heb 11:1 What faith is.
A. Faith is taking God at his Word without visual comformation.
V.6- Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
2. Luke 16:19-31 The rich man and Lazarus
A. This is not about rich and poor.
B. Lazarus didn't go to Abraham's bosom because he was a beggar.
C. The rich man was in torment because he did not repent and believe Moses and the prophets.
D. Abraham said that if the brothers wouldn't believe what they heard, they wouldn't believe even seeing someone raised from the dead.
3. Heb 3:7-19 Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: Today, if you will hear His voice, (8) Do not harden your hearts, as [happened] in the rebellion [of Israel] and their provocation and embitterment [of Me] in the day of testing in the wilderness, (9) Where your fathers tried [My patience] and tested [My forbearance] and found I stood their test, and they saw My works for forty years. (10) And so I was provoked (displeased and sorely grieved) with that generation, and said, They always err and are led astray in their hearts, and they have not perceived or recognized My ways and become progressively better and more experimentally and intimately acquainted with them. (11) Accordingly, I swore in My wrath and indignation, They shall not enter into My rest. [Ps. 95:7-11.] (12) [Therefore beware] brethren, take care, lest there be in any one of you a wicked, unbelieving heart [which refuses to cleave to, trust in, and rely on Him], leading you to turn away and desert or stand aloof from the living God. (13) But instead warn (admonish, urge, and encourage) one another every day, as long as it is called Today, that none of you may be hardened [into settled rebellion] by the deceitfulness of sin [by the fraudulence, the stratagem, the trickery which the delusive glamor of his sin may play on him]. (14) For we have become fellows with Christ (the Messiah) and share in all He has for us, if only we hold our first newborn confidence and original assured expectation [in virtue of which we are believers] firm and unshaken to the end. (15) Then while it is [still] called Today, if you would hear His voice and when you hear it, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion [in the desert, when the people provoked and irritated and embittered God against them]. [Ps. 95:7, 8.] (16) For who were they who heard and yet were rebellious and provoked [Him]? Was it not all those who came out of Egypt led by Moses? (17) And with whom was He irritated and provoked and grieved for forty years? Was it not with those who sinned, whose dismembered bodies were strewn and left in the desert? (18) And to whom did He swear that they should not enter His rest, but to those who disobeyed [who had not listened to His word and who refused to be compliant or be persuaded]? (19) So we see that they were not able to enter [into His rest], because of their unwillingness to adhere to and trust in and rely on God [unbelief had shut them out]. [Num. 14:1-35.]AMP
Just because everything is going good right now, doesn't mean you can leave God out.
4. Luke 12:16-21 The rich fool
A. He was blessed with a bountiful harvest.
B. He gave no consideration to God or those around him.
5. Matt 6:31-34 Seek first.
A. Tomorrow will be taken care of if we seek Jesus today.
God doesn't take a back seat to anyone or anything.
Gal 6:7-9 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. (8) For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. (9) And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Seeing is not believing. Faith is believing.
Worth the Fight
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
Everyday is an opportunity to choose to live the God life, don't miss it.
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
Everyday is an opportunity to choose to live the God life, don't miss it.
Acting Out
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1. Acts 16:25-33 Paul an Silas
A. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ
B. They Spake unto him the Word of the Lord.
Christianity is based upon Jesus and his Word.
A. It's not based on feelings.
B. It's based on faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Lord.
2. Acts 8:26-38 Philip and the eunuch
A. Philip gave him the Word about Jesus.
B. The eunuch believed and was baptized.
3. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess
A. Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord.
Our walk with God starts and continues with belief and confession.
4. 2Corinth 4:13 Spirit of faith
A. Believe and speak.
If we believe something, then we should act on it. (act like it's true)
5. James 2:14-20 Faith and works compliment each other.
A. Acting on what you believe is the highest form of faith.
When we act on our faith, it is proof that we really believe
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1. Acts 16:25-33 Paul an Silas
A. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ
B. They Spake unto him the Word of the Lord.
Christianity is based upon Jesus and his Word.
A. It's not based on feelings.
B. It's based on faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Lord.
2. Acts 8:26-38 Philip and the eunuch
A. Philip gave him the Word about Jesus.
B. The eunuch believed and was baptized.
3. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess
A. Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord.
Our walk with God starts and continues with belief and confession.
4. 2Corinth 4:13 Spirit of faith
A. Believe and speak.
If we believe something, then we should act on it. (act like it's true)
5. James 2:14-20 Faith and works compliment each other.
A. Acting on what you believe is the highest form of faith.
When we act on our faith, it is proof that we really believe
Victorious People
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1. Psalm 119:89-92 We must stay with the Word.
A. Our victory is based on God's word.
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
1Jo 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
2. 1Sam 17:41-51 We must talk victory even in the face of great adversity.
A. We must believe what we say.
Mat 12:34 O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
3. A Victorious Person acts victorious. Samson- Elijah-Distance runners take a victory lap.
A. Jam 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
4. 2Chron 20:17-23 Victorious people praise before they see the victory.
A. Gideon worshiped before he even went to battle.
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego walked in victory and left the results up to God.
Victorious people realize that the Lord is the source of their victory.
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1. Psalm 119:89-92 We must stay with the Word.
A. Our victory is based on God's word.
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
1Jo 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
2. 1Sam 17:41-51 We must talk victory even in the face of great adversity.
A. We must believe what we say.
Mat 12:34 O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
3. A Victorious Person acts victorious. Samson- Elijah-Distance runners take a victory lap.
A. Jam 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
4. 2Chron 20:17-23 Victorious people praise before they see the victory.
A. Gideon worshiped before he even went to battle.
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego walked in victory and left the results up to God.
Victorious people realize that the Lord is the source of their victory.
The Way
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1. Prov 14:12 Seemeth right.
A. Pro 14:12 There's a way of life that looks harmless enough; look again--it leads straight to hell. MSG
The life that leads to heaven is not based upon man's opinions and thoughts.
A. The Christian life is based upon the Word of God.
2. Psalms 37:23-26 Steps of a good man.
A. Ordered of the Lord
B. Seed is blessed
His seed is blessed because he does things in God's order.
In 1Chronicles13, David tries to bring up the Ark- Uzza dies
A. In chapter 15 he does it in due order.
Even when dealing with manifestations of the gifts of the Spirit, Paul says:
1Co 14:40 Let all things be done decently and in order.
You don't have to do things the way the Bible says- You can do whatever you want.
A. When things aren't in order the benefits(blessings) won't come.
3. 1John 5:1-5 Commandments are not grievous.
A. Love God and keep his commandments.
B. We overcome by using our faith in the Word of God.
If we can't trust the Word of God to live our life by it, how can we trust what it says will get us to heaven?
Don't get caught up in men's opinions of what is right, stay with the Word and you will never fail.
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1. Prov 14:12 Seemeth right.
A. Pro 14:12 There's a way of life that looks harmless enough; look again--it leads straight to hell. MSG
The life that leads to heaven is not based upon man's opinions and thoughts.
A. The Christian life is based upon the Word of God.
2. Psalms 37:23-26 Steps of a good man.
A. Ordered of the Lord
B. Seed is blessed
His seed is blessed because he does things in God's order.
In 1Chronicles13, David tries to bring up the Ark- Uzza dies
A. In chapter 15 he does it in due order.
Even when dealing with manifestations of the gifts of the Spirit, Paul says:
1Co 14:40 Let all things be done decently and in order.
You don't have to do things the way the Bible says- You can do whatever you want.
A. When things aren't in order the benefits(blessings) won't come.
3. 1John 5:1-5 Commandments are not grievous.
A. Love God and keep his commandments.
B. We overcome by using our faith in the Word of God.
If we can't trust the Word of God to live our life by it, how can we trust what it says will get us to heaven?
Don't get caught up in men's opinions of what is right, stay with the Word and you will never fail.
The Secret Place
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1. John 4:23-24 True worshippers
A. Joh 4:23-24 But the time is coming--it has, in fact, come--when what you're called will not matter and where you go to worship will not matter. "It's who you are and the way you live that count before God. Your worship must engage your spirit in the pursuit of truth. That's the kind of people the Father is out looking for: those who are simply and honestly themselves before him in their worship. (24) God is sheer being itself--Spirit. Those who worship him must do it out of their very being, their spirits, their true selves, in adoration."
True worship is not just singing a song- It's allowing the song to bring you into the presence of God.
Worshipping in Spirit is letting go of the natural
A. I'm not worried about who sees me
B. I'm not worried about how I look to others.
I am postioning myself to melt into the flow of the anointing that is present in the house.
A. Literally loosing grip on the natural to touch the supernatural.
Psa 91:1 HE WHO dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty [Whose power no foe can withstand]. AMP
It is the secret place that we are longing for.
You cannot dwell in two places at once-
A. You must be willing to let go of the flesh and move into the Spirit.
B. Your mind will fight you.
C. Your body will fight you.
You must be willing to totally surrender yourself to the Spirit.
A. He must increase and you must decrease.
It should be the desire of every believer to find and dwell in the secret place.
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1. John 4:23-24 True worshippers
A. Joh 4:23-24 But the time is coming--it has, in fact, come--when what you're called will not matter and where you go to worship will not matter. "It's who you are and the way you live that count before God. Your worship must engage your spirit in the pursuit of truth. That's the kind of people the Father is out looking for: those who are simply and honestly themselves before him in their worship. (24) God is sheer being itself--Spirit. Those who worship him must do it out of their very being, their spirits, their true selves, in adoration."
True worship is not just singing a song- It's allowing the song to bring you into the presence of God.
Worshipping in Spirit is letting go of the natural
A. I'm not worried about who sees me
B. I'm not worried about how I look to others.
I am postioning myself to melt into the flow of the anointing that is present in the house.
A. Literally loosing grip on the natural to touch the supernatural.
Psa 91:1 HE WHO dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty [Whose power no foe can withstand]. AMP
It is the secret place that we are longing for.
You cannot dwell in two places at once-
A. You must be willing to let go of the flesh and move into the Spirit.
B. Your mind will fight you.
C. Your body will fight you.
You must be willing to totally surrender yourself to the Spirit.
A. He must increase and you must decrease.
It should be the desire of every believer to find and dwell in the secret place.
Get off the Milk
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1. Heb 6:1-2 Move forward
A. Heb 6:1-2 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. (2) You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.NLT
B. We must have the cross for the new birth, then we should start growing up.
2. 1Peter2:1-3 Sincere milk
A. We must have a desire for the things of God.
B. Sincere milk is not skim, not 1%, not 2%, but whole milk.
3. 1Corinth 3:1-3 Refusing to grow is carnality
A. God needs us to walk as mature believers.
B. A mature believer is able to instruct others in the ways of God.
4. Heb 5:9-14 Strong meat
A. Dull of hearing- won't listen to what is taught.
B. We have to be willing to dig into the meat of the Word and exercise it in our lives.
The Word of God is not a fairy tale book- It is the operation manual for a believer.
A. The Bible gives us the operating system and then tells us how to us it.
B. Illustration: New car manual
God wants us to be able to do more than put our Christianity in gear and give it some gas; He wants us to have access to all of the accessories that come with it.
The more you use something, the more familiar you become with it.
5. James 1:21-25 Doers of the Word.
We are not supposed to be superficial Christians. Allow the Word of God to mature you into the man or woman of God he wants you to be.
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1. Heb 6:1-2 Move forward
A. Heb 6:1-2 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. (2) You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.NLT
B. We must have the cross for the new birth, then we should start growing up.
2. 1Peter2:1-3 Sincere milk
A. We must have a desire for the things of God.
B. Sincere milk is not skim, not 1%, not 2%, but whole milk.
3. 1Corinth 3:1-3 Refusing to grow is carnality
A. God needs us to walk as mature believers.
B. A mature believer is able to instruct others in the ways of God.
4. Heb 5:9-14 Strong meat
A. Dull of hearing- won't listen to what is taught.
B. We have to be willing to dig into the meat of the Word and exercise it in our lives.
The Word of God is not a fairy tale book- It is the operation manual for a believer.
A. The Bible gives us the operating system and then tells us how to us it.
B. Illustration: New car manual
God wants us to be able to do more than put our Christianity in gear and give it some gas; He wants us to have access to all of the accessories that come with it.
The more you use something, the more familiar you become with it.
5. James 1:21-25 Doers of the Word.
We are not supposed to be superficial Christians. Allow the Word of God to mature you into the man or woman of God he wants you to be.
Pretenders
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1. 1Sam 15:1-24 Saul only did part of what he should have.
A. He tried to accuse the people.
B. He admitted he did it because he feared the people.
C. Partial obedience is still dis obedience.
D. Saul was their leader- He was the responsible person.
How many times have we said we are doing the best we can?
Jam 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
2. 2Kings 5:15-27 Gehazi yielded to the temptation, Elisha didn't.
A. The repercussion of what he did carried down through his family.
3. Heb 4:12-13 We can't hide anything from God.
A. Psa 90:8 Thou hast set our iniquities before thee, our secret sins in the light of thy countenance.
What can we do about this?
V. 14-16 Come clean with Jesus and receive his grace.
4. Psalm 103:1-12 God will remove it as far as the east is from the west.
Peter and Judas were both pretenders- Jesus brought them face to face with their problem-- Peter repented; Judas went out and hanged himself.
Don't be a pretender. God already knows what is going on. Repent and let God bring blessing into you life.
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1. 1Sam 15:1-24 Saul only did part of what he should have.
A. He tried to accuse the people.
B. He admitted he did it because he feared the people.
C. Partial obedience is still dis obedience.
D. Saul was their leader- He was the responsible person.
How many times have we said we are doing the best we can?
Jam 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
2. 2Kings 5:15-27 Gehazi yielded to the temptation, Elisha didn't.
A. The repercussion of what he did carried down through his family.
3. Heb 4:12-13 We can't hide anything from God.
A. Psa 90:8 Thou hast set our iniquities before thee, our secret sins in the light of thy countenance.
What can we do about this?
V. 14-16 Come clean with Jesus and receive his grace.
4. Psalm 103:1-12 God will remove it as far as the east is from the west.
Peter and Judas were both pretenders- Jesus brought them face to face with their problem-- Peter repented; Judas went out and hanged himself.
Don't be a pretender. God already knows what is going on. Repent and let God bring blessing into you life.
Walk by Faith in the Son
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1. Gal 2:20 The life which I now live.
A. The old man is dead- I don't live like I used to.
B. I am alive because Christ lives in me.
C. I'm still in this flesh so I will mess up some times.
D. They way I stay on track is by faith in the Son of God.
Faith in Jesus is believing in his death, burial, resurrection, and believing his Word.
A. Jesus is the Word made flesh.
There is a hyper grace movement in the land that says once we get saved we can live however we feel is right.
A. They say you don't have to go to church.
2. Heb 10:23-25 Not forsaking.
A. V. 26-29 Are we tramping on the blood of the covenant and despising the Spirit of grace?
They say we can no longer sin because we are under grace.
3. 1John 1:1-10; 1John 2:1-6
A. We can sin after we have been born again.
B. The purpose of grace is to give us space to repent.
The believer cannot continue to disobey the Word and live for Jesus according to the Bible.
A. Many no longer follow the Bible because they say it is legalistic and has too many rules.
I cannot imagine how anyone who says they love Jesus and have a relationship with him, would not want to do what his Word says.
4. Prov 4:20-27 Attend to my words.
A. They are life and health.
B. Keep your heart
C. Look forward and stay on the right path.
Living the life of faith in the Son of God means we don't live like others do.
A. We base our decisions on the Word of God- It is our balance in this messed up world.
5. Eph 4:17-24 Walk not
A. Their heart has been blinded to the truth of the Word.
B. We have been renewed to put on the new man and walk in righteousness and true holiness.
Our flesh will always try to pull us toward natural desires. Make sure you keep yourself built up in the Word and you will walk in faith with the Son and overcome.
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1. Gal 2:20 The life which I now live.
A. The old man is dead- I don't live like I used to.
B. I am alive because Christ lives in me.
C. I'm still in this flesh so I will mess up some times.
D. They way I stay on track is by faith in the Son of God.
Faith in Jesus is believing in his death, burial, resurrection, and believing his Word.
A. Jesus is the Word made flesh.
There is a hyper grace movement in the land that says once we get saved we can live however we feel is right.
A. They say you don't have to go to church.
2. Heb 10:23-25 Not forsaking.
A. V. 26-29 Are we tramping on the blood of the covenant and despising the Spirit of grace?
They say we can no longer sin because we are under grace.
3. 1John 1:1-10; 1John 2:1-6
A. We can sin after we have been born again.
B. The purpose of grace is to give us space to repent.
The believer cannot continue to disobey the Word and live for Jesus according to the Bible.
A. Many no longer follow the Bible because they say it is legalistic and has too many rules.
I cannot imagine how anyone who says they love Jesus and have a relationship with him, would not want to do what his Word says.
4. Prov 4:20-27 Attend to my words.
A. They are life and health.
B. Keep your heart
C. Look forward and stay on the right path.
Living the life of faith in the Son of God means we don't live like others do.
A. We base our decisions on the Word of God- It is our balance in this messed up world.
5. Eph 4:17-24 Walk not
A. Their heart has been blinded to the truth of the Word.
B. We have been renewed to put on the new man and walk in righteousness and true holiness.
Our flesh will always try to pull us toward natural desires. Make sure you keep yourself built up in the Word and you will walk in faith with the Son and overcome.
The Guiding Word
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1. John 2:1-11 Jesus turns water into wine.
A. Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.
B. It went against everything they knew in the natural.
They obeyed the word Jesus gave them.
Psa 119:105 NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
A. Psa 119:105 By your words I can see where I'm going; they throw a beam of light on my dark path. MSG
God's Word is the map to get us where we need to go.
A. Road atlas-
B. Now we use GPS.
Even though we think we know the way, we must listen to voice guiding us.
A. The voice will help us avoid hinderances along the way.
2. 1Kings 19:9-13 Still small voice.
A. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
Joh 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:
3. Matt 7:21-27 Hear and do my sayings.
A. Going through the motions is not good enough.
B. There are no shortcuts, our lives must be built on solid rock.
4. Psalm 119:9-17 Hid in my heart.
A. Jos 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
B. V. 89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
If we follow God's Word we will never be lost.
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1. John 2:1-11 Jesus turns water into wine.
A. Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.
B. It went against everything they knew in the natural.
They obeyed the word Jesus gave them.
Psa 119:105 NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
A. Psa 119:105 By your words I can see where I'm going; they throw a beam of light on my dark path. MSG
God's Word is the map to get us where we need to go.
A. Road atlas-
B. Now we use GPS.
Even though we think we know the way, we must listen to voice guiding us.
A. The voice will help us avoid hinderances along the way.
2. 1Kings 19:9-13 Still small voice.
A. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
Joh 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:
3. Matt 7:21-27 Hear and do my sayings.
A. Going through the motions is not good enough.
B. There are no shortcuts, our lives must be built on solid rock.
4. Psalm 119:9-17 Hid in my heart.
A. Jos 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
B. V. 89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
If we follow God's Word we will never be lost.
His Glorious Birth
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born.
Isaiah was looking forward through time and declaring what he seeing.
2. Luke 2:1-19 The Birth of Jesus.
A. Laid in a manger- Because there was no room in the Inn.
B. Announced by angels to common shepherds.
This is the child Isaiah prophesied about-
This is the son the Lord spoke of in Isaiah 7:14 Isa 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
This is the son that Mary was told about when the angel appeared before her.
3. Luke 1:26-38 Mary and the angel.
A. Call his name Jesus.
It was an angel that told Joseph what was about to happen.
4. Matt 1:18-25 Joseph and the angel.
A. His name shall be called Jesus- Emmanuel- God with us.
The birth of Jesus was made known to all that were looking for his appearing.
5. Matt 2:1-11 Wise men from the east.
A. God sent provision for their family.
God did all this to bring Jesus into this world because we needed provision.
A. Man was separated from God by sin with no way to redeem himself.
Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Jesus was born on this earth to die for the sins of the world. Without the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus, there could be no forgiveness of sin.
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born.
Isaiah was looking forward through time and declaring what he seeing.
2. Luke 2:1-19 The Birth of Jesus.
A. Laid in a manger- Because there was no room in the Inn.
B. Announced by angels to common shepherds.
This is the child Isaiah prophesied about-
This is the son the Lord spoke of in Isaiah 7:14 Isa 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
This is the son that Mary was told about when the angel appeared before her.
3. Luke 1:26-38 Mary and the angel.
A. Call his name Jesus.
It was an angel that told Joseph what was about to happen.
4. Matt 1:18-25 Joseph and the angel.
A. His name shall be called Jesus- Emmanuel- God with us.
The birth of Jesus was made known to all that were looking for his appearing.
5. Matt 2:1-11 Wise men from the east.
A. God sent provision for their family.
God did all this to bring Jesus into this world because we needed provision.
A. Man was separated from God by sin with no way to redeem himself.
Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Jesus was born on this earth to die for the sins of the world. Without the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus, there could be no forgiveness of sin.
Shout with the Voice of Triumph
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1. Psalm 47:1-9 Shout unto God with the voice of triumph.
A. The enemy is under our feet-
B. He shall/has chosen our inheritance-
C. STOP the music!
D. God is gone up
E. Sing praises and understand why
F. God is the reigning authority in heaven and on earth.
Shout with the voice of triumph!
A. There is something about a shout that releases power.
B. Most of the great warriors would shout as they went into battle.
C. Their shout was was a hearld of victory.
2. Joshua 6:1-5 Jericho fell with a shout.
A. They walked around 12 times blowing trumpets of rams' horns.
B. On the thirteenth day they blew the horns and the people shouted.
A shout of victory will strike fear into the enemy.
3. Judges 7:13-22 God used Gideon's 300 to defeat the Midianites.
A. They blew trumpets, broke pitchers and shouted.
B. The Lord set every man's sword against his fellow.
4. 1Sam 4:4-8 The Philistines feared.
A. The earth rang again
5. Numbers 23:15-25 Balak brings Balaam to curse Israel.
A. He has blessed and I cannot reverse it.
B. The shout of a king is among them.
C. There is no enchantment or divination.
D. The people shall rise up as a great lion.
Shout with the voice of triumph no matter what you are going through. If God be for you, who can be against you?
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1. Psalm 47:1-9 Shout unto God with the voice of triumph.
A. The enemy is under our feet-
B. He shall/has chosen our inheritance-
C. STOP the music!
D. God is gone up
E. Sing praises and understand why
F. God is the reigning authority in heaven and on earth.
Shout with the voice of triumph!
A. There is something about a shout that releases power.
B. Most of the great warriors would shout as they went into battle.
C. Their shout was was a hearld of victory.
2. Joshua 6:1-5 Jericho fell with a shout.
A. They walked around 12 times blowing trumpets of rams' horns.
B. On the thirteenth day they blew the horns and the people shouted.
A shout of victory will strike fear into the enemy.
3. Judges 7:13-22 God used Gideon's 300 to defeat the Midianites.
A. They blew trumpets, broke pitchers and shouted.
B. The Lord set every man's sword against his fellow.
4. 1Sam 4:4-8 The Philistines feared.
A. The earth rang again
5. Numbers 23:15-25 Balak brings Balaam to curse Israel.
A. He has blessed and I cannot reverse it.
B. The shout of a king is among them.
C. There is no enchantment or divination.
D. The people shall rise up as a great lion.
Shout with the voice of triumph no matter what you are going through. If God be for you, who can be against you?
Press into Life
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1. Phil 3:13-14 We must make the effort to press forward.
A. Forgetting those things which are behind.
2. Luke 9:57-62 No looking back.
A. There is nothing in your old life to go back to.
B. There is nothing in you life right now that is better than the life you will have by following Jesus.
These guys had reasons and excuses, but Jesus showed them that now was more important.
A. Don't let the devil talk you out of what God will do right now.
3. Exodus 8:1-15 One more day.
A. Pharoh could have been rid of the frogs immediately.
B. As soon as Pharoh saw some relief he hardened his heart again.
You don't have to live another minute under the oppression of enemy.
4. Heb 3:12-19 To day is the day.
A. Trying to hold on to something or someone in the past can harden you from accepting the goodness and deliverance of God.
It's time to move on with your new life in Christ Jesus.
5. Gal 2:20 Crucified with Christ
A. The old man is dead- Let all the old die with it.
B. Start pressing into this glorious new life.
Don't let anything keep you from living the life God has for you.
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1. Phil 3:13-14 We must make the effort to press forward.
A. Forgetting those things which are behind.
2. Luke 9:57-62 No looking back.
A. There is nothing in your old life to go back to.
B. There is nothing in you life right now that is better than the life you will have by following Jesus.
These guys had reasons and excuses, but Jesus showed them that now was more important.
A. Don't let the devil talk you out of what God will do right now.
3. Exodus 8:1-15 One more day.
A. Pharoh could have been rid of the frogs immediately.
B. As soon as Pharoh saw some relief he hardened his heart again.
You don't have to live another minute under the oppression of enemy.
4. Heb 3:12-19 To day is the day.
A. Trying to hold on to something or someone in the past can harden you from accepting the goodness and deliverance of God.
It's time to move on with your new life in Christ Jesus.
5. Gal 2:20 Crucified with Christ
A. The old man is dead- Let all the old die with it.
B. Start pressing into this glorious new life.
Don't let anything keep you from living the life God has for you.
Staying Strong in a Crazy World
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1. 2Tim 3:1-14 Perilous times
A. Ever learning and never able to come to the truth.
B. He was persecuted but the Lord delivered him.
C. All that will live Godly shall suffer persecutions because evil mean and seducers will get worse.
D.But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
Anytime the manifest presence of God is being revealed, the enemy will try his best to stop it.
Being persecuted for living Godly is one way to know you are on the right track.
When the early Church started, it started with the Holy Ghost being poured out on those waiting on the promise of God.
2. Acts 2:1-39 The Holy Ghost is given.
A. There was an immediate attack on what God was doing- Full of new wine
B. Peter takes the scriptures and turns it back on them provong that Jesus paid the price for our sins by taking our place in hell and rising from the dead and provong that he is Lord.
C. The Word of God pricked their heart.
V. 40 and with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.
A. You can't tell someone to save themselves without giving some instructions.
V.41-43 They believed and were baptized.
A. Continued steadfastly in the apostle's doctrine.
B. Fellowship- Heb 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
1Co 15:33-34 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. (34) Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.
1Co 15:33-34 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. (34) Awake [from your drunken stupor and return] to sober sense and your right minds, and sin no more. For some of you have not the knowledge of God [you are utterly and willfully and disgracefully ignorant, and continue to be so, lacking the sense of God's presence and all true knowledge of Him]. I say this to your shame.
It matters who you hang with! Stay around people with like faith and principles.
C. Breaking of bread- This speaks of common meals and the Lord's supper.
A. Don't miss out on an opportunity to eat and get to know those you worship with.
D. Prayers- Jas 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
d. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. Amp
Don't take prayer lightly- A prayer of faith can change everything.
If these steps kept the early Church from their ungodly generation, they will keep us in ours.
Don't let this crazy world mess you up. Stay with the truth of the Word and you will overcome anything that it throws at you.
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1. 2Tim 3:1-14 Perilous times
A. Ever learning and never able to come to the truth.
B. He was persecuted but the Lord delivered him.
C. All that will live Godly shall suffer persecutions because evil mean and seducers will get worse.
D.But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
Anytime the manifest presence of God is being revealed, the enemy will try his best to stop it.
Being persecuted for living Godly is one way to know you are on the right track.
When the early Church started, it started with the Holy Ghost being poured out on those waiting on the promise of God.
2. Acts 2:1-39 The Holy Ghost is given.
A. There was an immediate attack on what God was doing- Full of new wine
B. Peter takes the scriptures and turns it back on them provong that Jesus paid the price for our sins by taking our place in hell and rising from the dead and provong that he is Lord.
C. The Word of God pricked their heart.
V. 40 and with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.
A. You can't tell someone to save themselves without giving some instructions.
V.41-43 They believed and were baptized.
A. Continued steadfastly in the apostle's doctrine.
B. Fellowship- Heb 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
1Co 15:33-34 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. (34) Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.
1Co 15:33-34 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. (34) Awake [from your drunken stupor and return] to sober sense and your right minds, and sin no more. For some of you have not the knowledge of God [you are utterly and willfully and disgracefully ignorant, and continue to be so, lacking the sense of God's presence and all true knowledge of Him]. I say this to your shame.
It matters who you hang with! Stay around people with like faith and principles.
C. Breaking of bread- This speaks of common meals and the Lord's supper.
A. Don't miss out on an opportunity to eat and get to know those you worship with.
D. Prayers- Jas 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
d. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. Amp
Don't take prayer lightly- A prayer of faith can change everything.
If these steps kept the early Church from their ungodly generation, they will keep us in ours.
Don't let this crazy world mess you up. Stay with the truth of the Word and you will overcome anything that it throws at you.
Made to Carry
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1. Psalm 139:14-18 You are special in God's eyes.
A. Jer 1:5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.
You are not an accident- You are not a nobody.
A. God chose to make you.
God made you to be a carrier of his Spirit and of his Anointing.
A. You have to choose the life you are going to live.
B. Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
How do I choose life? Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life:
A. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
B. Jesus made a way for us through his death, burial, and resurrection.
Who ever receives Jesus as their Savior, receives the Holy Spirit to live inside them.
A. This is the new birth.
2. Acts 1:1-5;8 Baptism of the Holy Ghost
A. Ye shall receive power.
B. This is the promise from John 7:37
Joh 7:37-39 In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. (38) He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. (39) (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)
The new birth is for you, the Baptism of the Holy Ghost is to empower you to help others.
3. 1Corinth 12:1-11 Gifts of the Spirit
A. We were all made so that the Holy Spirit could work through us and glorify God.
B. God works these gifts with who he wants, when he wants, and how he wants.
If God can speak through a donkey- If he can speak through a rooster- If he can speak through me- He can use you!
Don't sell yourself short- You are an anointed man or woman of God.
4. 1John 2:26-27 The anointing which ye have received.
A. 1Jn 2:26-27 I am writing these things to warn you about those who want to lead you astray. (27) But you have received the Holy Spirit, and He lives within you, so you don't need anyone to teach you what is true. For the Spirit teaches you everything you need to know, and what He teaches is true—it is not a lie. So just as He has taught you, remain in fellowship with Christ.NLT
B. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
C. The Holy Spirit will always lead you toward the truth.
Don't allow the enemy to make you think less of yourself. God created you for his glory. Be who he wants you to be.
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1. Psalm 139:14-18 You are special in God's eyes.
A. Jer 1:5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.
You are not an accident- You are not a nobody.
A. God chose to make you.
God made you to be a carrier of his Spirit and of his Anointing.
A. You have to choose the life you are going to live.
B. Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
How do I choose life? Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life:
A. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
B. Jesus made a way for us through his death, burial, and resurrection.
Who ever receives Jesus as their Savior, receives the Holy Spirit to live inside them.
A. This is the new birth.
2. Acts 1:1-5;8 Baptism of the Holy Ghost
A. Ye shall receive power.
B. This is the promise from John 7:37
Joh 7:37-39 In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. (38) He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. (39) (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)
The new birth is for you, the Baptism of the Holy Ghost is to empower you to help others.
3. 1Corinth 12:1-11 Gifts of the Spirit
A. We were all made so that the Holy Spirit could work through us and glorify God.
B. God works these gifts with who he wants, when he wants, and how he wants.
If God can speak through a donkey- If he can speak through a rooster- If he can speak through me- He can use you!
Don't sell yourself short- You are an anointed man or woman of God.
4. 1John 2:26-27 The anointing which ye have received.
A. 1Jn 2:26-27 I am writing these things to warn you about those who want to lead you astray. (27) But you have received the Holy Spirit, and He lives within you, so you don't need anyone to teach you what is true. For the Spirit teaches you everything you need to know, and what He teaches is true—it is not a lie. So just as He has taught you, remain in fellowship with Christ.NLT
B. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
C. The Holy Spirit will always lead you toward the truth.
Don't allow the enemy to make you think less of yourself. God created you for his glory. Be who he wants you to be.
We Trust in God
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1. Prov 3:1-10 Trust in the Lord.
A. God is our source.
2. Psalm 1:1-6 Like a tree planted by the rivers.
A. The river gives life sustaining water to the tree.
B. God gives us life sustaining spirit.
Our faith in God is based upon our trust in Him.
3. Heb 11:1-3 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. (2) For by [faith--trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report. (3) By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned, put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.AMP
4. Acts 27:9-26 Paul believed God in the middle of a hurricane.
A. There is nothing to big for God to handle- We just have to trust him.
5. 1Corinth 15:50-58 God will always give us the victory.
If we trust in the Lord, we will not fail.
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1. Prov 3:1-10 Trust in the Lord.
A. God is our source.
2. Psalm 1:1-6 Like a tree planted by the rivers.
A. The river gives life sustaining water to the tree.
B. God gives us life sustaining spirit.
Our faith in God is based upon our trust in Him.
3. Heb 11:1-3 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. (2) For by [faith--trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report. (3) By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned, put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.AMP
4. Acts 27:9-26 Paul believed God in the middle of a hurricane.
A. There is nothing to big for God to handle- We just have to trust him.
5. 1Corinth 15:50-58 God will always give us the victory.
If we trust in the Lord, we will not fail.
Live the Life
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1.John 3:16-19 God has given us the gift of his Son to provide a way for us to go to heaven.
A. That whosoever believeth on him.
B. He that believeth not is condemned.
C. Men loved darkness rather than light.
You can never accept the gift of salvation until you are willing make a life change.
A. You can't expect to live like the world and still go to heaven.
Jesus told Nicodememus you must be born again.
V.1-6 There has to be a change in your spirit.
A. Gal 5:22-24 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (23) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. (24) And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.
When we really give our heart to Jesus we won't be like we were.
2. 2Corinth 2:17 New creatures.
3. Eph 4:17-29 Put on the new.
A. Eph 4:17-29 With the Lord's authority I say this: Live no longer as the Gentiles do, for they are hopelessly confused. (18) Their minds are full of darkness; they wander far from the life God gives because they have closed their minds and hardened their hearts against Him. (19) They have no sense of shame. They live for lustful pleasure and eagerly practice every kind of impurity. (20) But that isn't what you learned about Christ. (21) Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from Him, (22) throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. (23) Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. (24) Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy. (25) So stop telling lies. Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body. (26) And "don't sin by letting anger control you." Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, (27) for anger gives a foothold to the devil. (28) If you are a thief, quit stealing. Instead, use your hands for good hard work, and then give generously to others in need. (29) Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.
The life you are living right now is all that matters.
A. Whether you were a saint or a sinner.
B. You can quote scriptures and act like you are living at the foot of the cross, but how are you really living?
Our job is to be an example of a believer.
1Ti 4:12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
4. Matt 5:14-16 Light of the world
A. Our light is a reflection of Jesus in our lives.
Live the life that Jesus freely gave to us through his death, burial, and resurrection.
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1.John 3:16-19 God has given us the gift of his Son to provide a way for us to go to heaven.
A. That whosoever believeth on him.
B. He that believeth not is condemned.
C. Men loved darkness rather than light.
You can never accept the gift of salvation until you are willing make a life change.
A. You can't expect to live like the world and still go to heaven.
Jesus told Nicodememus you must be born again.
V.1-6 There has to be a change in your spirit.
A. Gal 5:22-24 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (23) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. (24) And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.
When we really give our heart to Jesus we won't be like we were.
2. 2Corinth 2:17 New creatures.
3. Eph 4:17-29 Put on the new.
A. Eph 4:17-29 With the Lord's authority I say this: Live no longer as the Gentiles do, for they are hopelessly confused. (18) Their minds are full of darkness; they wander far from the life God gives because they have closed their minds and hardened their hearts against Him. (19) They have no sense of shame. They live for lustful pleasure and eagerly practice every kind of impurity. (20) But that isn't what you learned about Christ. (21) Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from Him, (22) throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. (23) Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. (24) Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy. (25) So stop telling lies. Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body. (26) And "don't sin by letting anger control you." Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, (27) for anger gives a foothold to the devil. (28) If you are a thief, quit stealing. Instead, use your hands for good hard work, and then give generously to others in need. (29) Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.
The life you are living right now is all that matters.
A. Whether you were a saint or a sinner.
B. You can quote scriptures and act like you are living at the foot of the cross, but how are you really living?
Our job is to be an example of a believer.
1Ti 4:12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
4. Matt 5:14-16 Light of the world
A. Our light is a reflection of Jesus in our lives.
Live the life that Jesus freely gave to us through his death, burial, and resurrection.
A Rhema Word
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1. Matt 4:1-4 Every Word
A. Word - Rhema: Utterance
Words carry power
2. Prov 18:21 Death and Life
A. V. 20 Belly satisfied.
Both good and evil can be produced depending on what you are saying.
Jas 3:1-10 Don't be in any rush to become a teacher, my friends. Teaching is highly responsible work. Teachers are held to the strictest standards. (2) And none of us is perfectly qualified. We get it wrong nearly every time we open our mouths. If you could find someone whose speech was perfectly true, you'd have a perfect person, in perfect control of life. (3) A bit in the mouth of a horse controls the whole horse. (4) A small rudder on a huge ship in the hands of a skilled captain sets a course in the face of the strongest winds. (5) A word out of your mouth may seem of no account, but it can accomplish nearly anything--or destroy it! It only takes a spark, remember, to set off a forest fire. (6) A careless or wrongly placed word out of your mouth can do that. By our speech we can ruin the world, turn harmony to chaos, throw mud on a reputation, send the whole world up in smoke and go up in smoke with it, smoke right from the pit of hell. (7) This is scary: You can tame a tiger, (8) but you can't tame a tongue--it's never been done. The tongue runs wild, a wanton killer. (9) With our tongues we bless God our Father; with the same tongues we curse the very men and women he made in his image. (10) Curses and blessings out of the same mouth! My friends, this can't go on.MSG
Jesus spoke to the fig tree-Mar 11:14 And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever. And his disciples heard it.
3. Mark 11:21-23 Jesus teaches on faith.
A. Speak and believe.
B. No matter how many times you speak it, it won't come to pass until you believe it, but you must speak it.
4. Luke 5:12-13 Jesus heals the leper.
A. He touched him, saying
It's time for the Church to start prophesying
A. 1Co 14:31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
B. We need to start proclaiming what is going to come to pass instead of talking about what is happening.
5. Job 22:21-30 Decree a thing
A. God is counting on us to trust Him to be used to deliver ourselves and others.
Speak words that bring life and God will give you abundant life.
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1. Matt 4:1-4 Every Word
A. Word - Rhema: Utterance
Words carry power
2. Prov 18:21 Death and Life
A. V. 20 Belly satisfied.
Both good and evil can be produced depending on what you are saying.
Jas 3:1-10 Don't be in any rush to become a teacher, my friends. Teaching is highly responsible work. Teachers are held to the strictest standards. (2) And none of us is perfectly qualified. We get it wrong nearly every time we open our mouths. If you could find someone whose speech was perfectly true, you'd have a perfect person, in perfect control of life. (3) A bit in the mouth of a horse controls the whole horse. (4) A small rudder on a huge ship in the hands of a skilled captain sets a course in the face of the strongest winds. (5) A word out of your mouth may seem of no account, but it can accomplish nearly anything--or destroy it! It only takes a spark, remember, to set off a forest fire. (6) A careless or wrongly placed word out of your mouth can do that. By our speech we can ruin the world, turn harmony to chaos, throw mud on a reputation, send the whole world up in smoke and go up in smoke with it, smoke right from the pit of hell. (7) This is scary: You can tame a tiger, (8) but you can't tame a tongue--it's never been done. The tongue runs wild, a wanton killer. (9) With our tongues we bless God our Father; with the same tongues we curse the very men and women he made in his image. (10) Curses and blessings out of the same mouth! My friends, this can't go on.MSG
Jesus spoke to the fig tree-Mar 11:14 And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever. And his disciples heard it.
3. Mark 11:21-23 Jesus teaches on faith.
A. Speak and believe.
B. No matter how many times you speak it, it won't come to pass until you believe it, but you must speak it.
4. Luke 5:12-13 Jesus heals the leper.
A. He touched him, saying
It's time for the Church to start prophesying
A. 1Co 14:31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
B. We need to start proclaiming what is going to come to pass instead of talking about what is happening.
5. Job 22:21-30 Decree a thing
A. God is counting on us to trust Him to be used to deliver ourselves and others.
Speak words that bring life and God will give you abundant life.
Stand Obedient
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1. Eph 6:10-18 The wiles of the devil
A. Wiles - trickery
B. Many people cannot see past the flesh and blood.
Illustration of the man wanting to take his money with him- She wrote him a check!
C. Getting a raise and having the cost of living be higher than the raise is the same thing.
D. How much money does it take to get us to turn our eyes away from the wickedness going on in our country.
E. Every person marching against Israel is marching against the God you serve.
It's all a spiritual battle that's taking place.
F. Stand therefore with truth, righteousness, faith and the Word of God.
2. 2Tim 4:1-4 They will not endure sound doctrine.
A. They want teachers to tell them what they want to hear.
3. Exodus 32:26-35 Who is on the Lord's side.
A. They wanted to have God their way.
B. Moses asked who is on the Lord's side.
C. Three thousand died immediately.
D. The rest were plagued.
In Numbers 13 only Joshua and Caleb stood with the Lord
A. They wandered in the wilderness 40 years.
4. Numbers 32:20-23 The descendants of those that wandered are for the Lord.
A. Be sure your sins will find you out.
5. 1Sam 15:1-23 Saul loses his kingdom through disobedience.
A. Partial obedience is still disobedience.
God sees the end from the beginning. He has a purpose in everything he tells us to do. Our purpose is to be obedient to what he says.
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1. Eph 6:10-18 The wiles of the devil
A. Wiles - trickery
B. Many people cannot see past the flesh and blood.
Illustration of the man wanting to take his money with him- She wrote him a check!
C. Getting a raise and having the cost of living be higher than the raise is the same thing.
D. How much money does it take to get us to turn our eyes away from the wickedness going on in our country.
E. Every person marching against Israel is marching against the God you serve.
It's all a spiritual battle that's taking place.
F. Stand therefore with truth, righteousness, faith and the Word of God.
2. 2Tim 4:1-4 They will not endure sound doctrine.
A. They want teachers to tell them what they want to hear.
3. Exodus 32:26-35 Who is on the Lord's side.
A. They wanted to have God their way.
B. Moses asked who is on the Lord's side.
C. Three thousand died immediately.
D. The rest were plagued.
In Numbers 13 only Joshua and Caleb stood with the Lord
A. They wandered in the wilderness 40 years.
4. Numbers 32:20-23 The descendants of those that wandered are for the Lord.
A. Be sure your sins will find you out.
5. 1Sam 15:1-23 Saul loses his kingdom through disobedience.
A. Partial obedience is still disobedience.
God sees the end from the beginning. He has a purpose in everything he tells us to do. Our purpose is to be obedient to what he says.
Walking in Newness of Life
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1. 2Co 5:17-21 Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! (18) But all things are from God, Who through Jesus Christ reconciled us to Himself [received us into favor, brought us into harmony with Himself] and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation [that by word and deed we might aim to bring others into harmony with Him]. (19) It was God [personally present] in Christ, reconciling and restoring the world to favor with Himself, not counting up and holding against [men] their trespasses [but cancelling them], and committing to us the message of reconciliation (of the restoration to favor). (20) So we are Christ's ambassadors, God making His appeal as it were through us. We [as Christ's personal representatives] beg you for His sake to lay hold of the divine favor [now offered you] and be reconciled to God. (21) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, and examples of] the righteousness of God [what we ought to be, approved and acceptable and in right relationship with Him, by His goodness].AMP
A. We are new creatures in Christ.
B. God used Christ to cancel out our trespasses against him.
C. He made us his Ambassadors or representatives.
How?
D. He made Christ to be sin so that we might become endued with, viewed as being in, and examples of the righteousness of God.
We are no longer who we used to be- We need to walk in our New Life.
2. Romans 6:4-5 Walk in newness of life.
A. We don't have to carry guilt and condemnation anymore.
B. Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. (2) For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
Walking in the new life means I am now living my life to please God
A. It also means I have assured my place in heaven.
3. 1Peter 4:1-5 Anxious to do the will of God.
A. 1Pe 4:1-5 So then, since Christ suffered physical pain, you must arm yourselves with the same attitude He had, and be ready to suffer, too. For if you have suffered physically for Christ, you have finished with sin. (2) You won't spend the rest of your lives chasing your own desires, but you will be anxious to do the will of God. (3) You have had enough in the past of the evil things that godless people enjoy—their immorality and lust, their feasting and drunkenness and wild parties, and their terrible worship of idols. (4) Of course, your former friends are surprised when you no longer plunge into the flood of wild and destructive things they do. So they slander you. (5) But remember that they will have to face God, who will judge everyone, both the living and the dead.NLT
Walking in new life means I have a new attitude.
A. I'm no longer going to live the low life- The world has nothing for us.
B. Because I am an Ambassador, I don't have to take the scraps from the world, I can eat the good stuff from my Father's table.
4. Romans 8:11-17 Children of God
A. Heirs of God- Joint heirs with Christ.
Our position in Christ gives us the authority to live this new life with our headed lifted high.
We did not earn this position. It was given to us through the death burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
How can we not walk in this newness after Jesus paid such a hight price for it.
Rom 1:16-17 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
Quit living like the world and start walking in the newness of life that you were given through the new birth.
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1. 2Co 5:17-21 Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! (18) But all things are from God, Who through Jesus Christ reconciled us to Himself [received us into favor, brought us into harmony with Himself] and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation [that by word and deed we might aim to bring others into harmony with Him]. (19) It was God [personally present] in Christ, reconciling and restoring the world to favor with Himself, not counting up and holding against [men] their trespasses [but cancelling them], and committing to us the message of reconciliation (of the restoration to favor). (20) So we are Christ's ambassadors, God making His appeal as it were through us. We [as Christ's personal representatives] beg you for His sake to lay hold of the divine favor [now offered you] and be reconciled to God. (21) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, and examples of] the righteousness of God [what we ought to be, approved and acceptable and in right relationship with Him, by His goodness].AMP
A. We are new creatures in Christ.
B. God used Christ to cancel out our trespasses against him.
C. He made us his Ambassadors or representatives.
How?
D. He made Christ to be sin so that we might become endued with, viewed as being in, and examples of the righteousness of God.
We are no longer who we used to be- We need to walk in our New Life.
2. Romans 6:4-5 Walk in newness of life.
A. We don't have to carry guilt and condemnation anymore.
B. Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. (2) For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
Walking in the new life means I am now living my life to please God
A. It also means I have assured my place in heaven.
3. 1Peter 4:1-5 Anxious to do the will of God.
A. 1Pe 4:1-5 So then, since Christ suffered physical pain, you must arm yourselves with the same attitude He had, and be ready to suffer, too. For if you have suffered physically for Christ, you have finished with sin. (2) You won't spend the rest of your lives chasing your own desires, but you will be anxious to do the will of God. (3) You have had enough in the past of the evil things that godless people enjoy—their immorality and lust, their feasting and drunkenness and wild parties, and their terrible worship of idols. (4) Of course, your former friends are surprised when you no longer plunge into the flood of wild and destructive things they do. So they slander you. (5) But remember that they will have to face God, who will judge everyone, both the living and the dead.NLT
Walking in new life means I have a new attitude.
A. I'm no longer going to live the low life- The world has nothing for us.
B. Because I am an Ambassador, I don't have to take the scraps from the world, I can eat the good stuff from my Father's table.
4. Romans 8:11-17 Children of God
A. Heirs of God- Joint heirs with Christ.
Our position in Christ gives us the authority to live this new life with our headed lifted high.
We did not earn this position. It was given to us through the death burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
How can we not walk in this newness after Jesus paid such a hight price for it.
Rom 1:16-17 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
Quit living like the world and start walking in the newness of life that you were given through the new birth.
What Spirit Drives You
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1. Mark 5:1-19 The man was driven by a spirit.
A. The man was a good person led by the wrong spirit.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
It only takes a little to cause big problems.
2. Gal 5:7-9 They were hindered through the persuation of someone or something.
There is a lying spirit loosed in our country trying to persuade us let go of the truth we know.
It says we don't need God in our country, school, lives.
It says we should be TOLORENT of homosexuality, a woman's choice to murder her unborn baby, and other religions.
22 years ago, when the towers fell, people were trying to find God.
Today people are marching the streets to condone what Hamas did in Israel.
A. It is the same spirit in operation.
3. Deut 17:2-5 God is not tolerent when it comes to worshipping other gods.
Why did God have them stoned? To stop the spirit from spreading.
They were led by the wrong spirit.
We have to be careful that we don't allow ourselves to be seduced by the wrong spirit.
4. Heb 3:12-13 Hardened through the deceitfulness of sin- Condoning or tolorant.
How can we know what to do?
5. 1John 4:1-3 The right Spirit will always point to Jesus.
Don't be influenced by social platforms. Every spirit that comes from God will always point back to Himself, His Son Jesus, or His Word.
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1. Mark 5:1-19 The man was driven by a spirit.
A. The man was a good person led by the wrong spirit.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
It only takes a little to cause big problems.
2. Gal 5:7-9 They were hindered through the persuation of someone or something.
There is a lying spirit loosed in our country trying to persuade us let go of the truth we know.
It says we don't need God in our country, school, lives.
It says we should be TOLORENT of homosexuality, a woman's choice to murder her unborn baby, and other religions.
22 years ago, when the towers fell, people were trying to find God.
Today people are marching the streets to condone what Hamas did in Israel.
A. It is the same spirit in operation.
3. Deut 17:2-5 God is not tolerent when it comes to worshipping other gods.
Why did God have them stoned? To stop the spirit from spreading.
They were led by the wrong spirit.
We have to be careful that we don't allow ourselves to be seduced by the wrong spirit.
4. Heb 3:12-13 Hardened through the deceitfulness of sin- Condoning or tolorant.
How can we know what to do?
5. 1John 4:1-3 The right Spirit will always point to Jesus.
Don't be influenced by social platforms. Every spirit that comes from God will always point back to Himself, His Son Jesus, or His Word.
Understanding Faith
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1. Heb 11:6 Without faith.
A. Rom 14:23 ........ for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
What is faith?
Heb 11:1 Biblical definition of faith.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
B. Faith is believing in your heart that something you can't see with your eyes is true or going to come to pass.
How do I get faith?
2. Romans 12:2 The measure of faith.
A. Everyone has a measure of faith.
B. The measure is the starting point.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
A. We build our faith with the Word of God.
B. A continuous influx of the Word gives us the ability to now believe what we once couldn't.
C. The more I know the Word the stronger my relationship becomes with God and also my trust in Him.
D. Luk 5:5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
E. Mat 8:8 The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.
F. Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
How do I activate my faith?
3. Mark 11:12-26 Jesus teaches how to use faith.
A. Say unto this mountain.
B. Believe in your heart.
2Co 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
C. Believe you have it now.
Jas 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
D. Don't hold on to unforgiveness.
4. James 2:18-22 Faith and works.
A. Put action to what you believe.
Don't quit believing until you see the manifestation
5. Heb 10:35-36 Be patient.
Our faith will not only please God, but it will bring to pass his will in our lives.
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1. Heb 11:6 Without faith.
A. Rom 14:23 ........ for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
What is faith?
Heb 11:1 Biblical definition of faith.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
B. Faith is believing in your heart that something you can't see with your eyes is true or going to come to pass.
How do I get faith?
2. Romans 12:2 The measure of faith.
A. Everyone has a measure of faith.
B. The measure is the starting point.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
A. We build our faith with the Word of God.
B. A continuous influx of the Word gives us the ability to now believe what we once couldn't.
C. The more I know the Word the stronger my relationship becomes with God and also my trust in Him.
D. Luk 5:5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
E. Mat 8:8 The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.
F. Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
How do I activate my faith?
3. Mark 11:12-26 Jesus teaches how to use faith.
A. Say unto this mountain.
B. Believe in your heart.
2Co 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
C. Believe you have it now.
Jas 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
D. Don't hold on to unforgiveness.
4. James 2:18-22 Faith and works.
A. Put action to what you believe.
Don't quit believing until you see the manifestation
5. Heb 10:35-36 Be patient.
Our faith will not only please God, but it will bring to pass his will in our lives.
Enjoy the Benefits
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Brother Rick preached about the Church waking up to their potential in Christ.
A. He said one of the ways was to study and know the Word.
It's sad that in this age of technology and information that many believers rally don't know the Word of God.
A. Thank God they have heard enough to be saved, but there is so much more.
What's going on?
1. Amos 8:11 Famine of hearing the words of God.
A. The Church has been indoctrinated by religion, denomination, and manmade doctrine.
B. The only thing that will stand the test of time is the true Word of God.
C. Matt 24:35; Mark 13:31;Luke 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
What ever is coming out of the pulpit must be backed by the Word of God.
A. The Bible needs to be interpreted by the Bible.
B. Books written by men can be good to help teach us, but doctrine in based on the Word of God.
C. 2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
2. Romans 10:11-17 How shall they hear?
A. Faith cometh by hearing.
3. 1Corinth 15:34 Awake unto righteousness
A. In order for the Church to "awake unto righteousness" there has to be more sound teaching from the Word of God.
B. The Church must know it's rights and privledges in the Kingdom of God.
Much of what the Church knows today doesn't even resemble the God of the Bible.
A. They are like the guy that buys something that has a million parts and tries to put it together without reading the instructions.
No wonder people blame God forever thing that happens! Even the bad!
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
God does not teach his children by sending something bad.
God is good, God is light, God is life.
If we don't know what the Bible tells us we can have, we will miss out on it.
A. Illustration: The old lady making a withdrawal from the bank.
I don't know why a lot of preachers are not telling believers about their benefits in the Kingdom of God.
A. Maybe they don't know it
B. Maybe they don't believe it.
C. Maybe they think it is just not possible to happen.
D. He is God- He can not lie!
When you have a sound foundation in the Word, you won't have to watch others enjoy the benefits of the covenant, you can enjoy it for yourselves.
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Brother Rick preached about the Church waking up to their potential in Christ.
A. He said one of the ways was to study and know the Word.
It's sad that in this age of technology and information that many believers rally don't know the Word of God.
A. Thank God they have heard enough to be saved, but there is so much more.
What's going on?
1. Amos 8:11 Famine of hearing the words of God.
A. The Church has been indoctrinated by religion, denomination, and manmade doctrine.
B. The only thing that will stand the test of time is the true Word of God.
C. Matt 24:35; Mark 13:31;Luke 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
What ever is coming out of the pulpit must be backed by the Word of God.
A. The Bible needs to be interpreted by the Bible.
B. Books written by men can be good to help teach us, but doctrine in based on the Word of God.
C. 2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
2. Romans 10:11-17 How shall they hear?
A. Faith cometh by hearing.
3. 1Corinth 15:34 Awake unto righteousness
A. In order for the Church to "awake unto righteousness" there has to be more sound teaching from the Word of God.
B. The Church must know it's rights and privledges in the Kingdom of God.
Much of what the Church knows today doesn't even resemble the God of the Bible.
A. They are like the guy that buys something that has a million parts and tries to put it together without reading the instructions.
No wonder people blame God forever thing that happens! Even the bad!
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
God does not teach his children by sending something bad.
God is good, God is light, God is life.
If we don't know what the Bible tells us we can have, we will miss out on it.
A. Illustration: The old lady making a withdrawal from the bank.
I don't know why a lot of preachers are not telling believers about their benefits in the Kingdom of God.
A. Maybe they don't know it
B. Maybe they don't believe it.
C. Maybe they think it is just not possible to happen.
D. He is God- He can not lie!
When you have a sound foundation in the Word, you won't have to watch others enjoy the benefits of the covenant, you can enjoy it for yourselves.
One Body
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1. Gal 3:26-29 All children of God
A. God sees us all as the same.
B. When he sees us he sees someone that has been redeemed by the blood of Jesus.
2. 1Corinth 12:12-27 All parts of the body are equally important.
A. 1Co 12:12-27 The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ. (13) Some of us are Jews, some are Gentiles, some are slaves, and some are free. But we have all been baptized into one body by one Spirit, and we all share the same Spirit. (14) Yes, the body has many different parts, not just one part. (15) If the foot says, "I am not a part of the body because I am not a hand," that does not make it any less a part of the body. (16) And if the ear says, "I am not part of the body because I am not an eye," would that make it any less a part of the body? (17) If the whole body were an eye, how would you hear? Or if your whole body were an ear, how would you smell anything? (18) But our bodies have many parts, and God has put each part just where He wants it. (19) How strange a body would be if it had only one part! (20) Yes, there are many parts, but only one body. (21) The eye can never say to the hand, "I don't need you." The head can't say to the feet, "I don't need you." (22) In fact, some parts of the body that seem weakest and least important are actually the most necessary. (23) And the parts we regard as less honorable are those we clothe with the greatest care. So we carefully protect those parts that should not be seen, (24) while the more honorable parts do not require this special care. So God has put the body together such that extra honor and care are given to those parts that have less dignity. (25) This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other. (26) If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad. (27) All of you together are Christ's body, and each of you is a part of it.NLT
B. Illustration: Pastorette's little toe
There are those that think what is going on in Israel has nothing to do with us.
3. Romans 11:17-27 We are all part of the same olive tree.
A. Don't think that what's happening to them now has nothing to do with you.
B. Illustration: Mouse on the farm.
We must love and pray for all those in the body of Christ.
4. 1John 3:11-14 Love one another
A. It's not a suggestion.
God commands us to love the way he loves-Unconditionally
A. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
B. Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
All God asks of us is to accept his Son Jesus as our Savior and love one another.
We are all part of the same Body, we must love one another.
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1. Gal 3:26-29 All children of God
A. God sees us all as the same.
B. When he sees us he sees someone that has been redeemed by the blood of Jesus.
2. 1Corinth 12:12-27 All parts of the body are equally important.
A. 1Co 12:12-27 The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ. (13) Some of us are Jews, some are Gentiles, some are slaves, and some are free. But we have all been baptized into one body by one Spirit, and we all share the same Spirit. (14) Yes, the body has many different parts, not just one part. (15) If the foot says, "I am not a part of the body because I am not a hand," that does not make it any less a part of the body. (16) And if the ear says, "I am not part of the body because I am not an eye," would that make it any less a part of the body? (17) If the whole body were an eye, how would you hear? Or if your whole body were an ear, how would you smell anything? (18) But our bodies have many parts, and God has put each part just where He wants it. (19) How strange a body would be if it had only one part! (20) Yes, there are many parts, but only one body. (21) The eye can never say to the hand, "I don't need you." The head can't say to the feet, "I don't need you." (22) In fact, some parts of the body that seem weakest and least important are actually the most necessary. (23) And the parts we regard as less honorable are those we clothe with the greatest care. So we carefully protect those parts that should not be seen, (24) while the more honorable parts do not require this special care. So God has put the body together such that extra honor and care are given to those parts that have less dignity. (25) This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other. (26) If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad. (27) All of you together are Christ's body, and each of you is a part of it.NLT
B. Illustration: Pastorette's little toe
There are those that think what is going on in Israel has nothing to do with us.
3. Romans 11:17-27 We are all part of the same olive tree.
A. Don't think that what's happening to them now has nothing to do with you.
B. Illustration: Mouse on the farm.
We must love and pray for all those in the body of Christ.
4. 1John 3:11-14 Love one another
A. It's not a suggestion.
God commands us to love the way he loves-Unconditionally
A. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
B. Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
All God asks of us is to accept his Son Jesus as our Savior and love one another.
We are all part of the same Body, we must love one another.
Nothing Holy About Halloween
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1. Romans 6:16 Whom ye yield yourselves.
A. His servants to obey.
B. Ye cannot serve two masters.
What about taking part in Halloween?
A. Dates back over 2000 years to the Celetics.
a. Originally eve of the day of the dead--Festival of Sam Hain (sow-in) and Druid Priests.
b. Spirits believed to roam the earth.
c. People disguised themselves.
d. Carved gourds to ward off demons.
e. Left treats out to prevent spirits from entering the house.
f. Witches celebrated it as their greatest day of power.
Roman eventually conquered the Celtics.
A. They hated the Festival and tried to change it to All Saints Day to honor dead saints.
B. The Celtics continued to practice their rituals it became All Hallows Eve/Evening.
C. It ended up being Halloween.
D. It just about went away until the 1920's and it made a come back and introduced the carving of pumpkins.
Look at Halloween today! The same rituals are practiced.
A. Dress our kids as witches, ghosts, and goblins.
B. Create an atmosphere of fear.
b. We are doing Satan's job for him.
C. Carve pumpkins.
D. Give out treats to prevent tricks.
E. An all time high of 10.6 billion spent in 2022.12.2 expected in 2023- second biggest holiday.
F. Costumes, candy, and decorations.
G. 31% of adults say they will dress up this year.
Devil Worshippers call it their holiday.
What does God say about it?
2. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
A. It is impossible for the world to understand the spiritual implications of exposing themselves and their children to demonic influence.
B. Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
C. Standing your ground before your peers is hard, but God rewards faithfulness.
3. Deut 18:9-12 Abomination to the Lord.
A. NLT "When you enter the land the LORD your God is giving you, be very careful not to imitate the detestable customs of the nations living there. (10) For example, never sacrifice your son or daughter as a burnt offering. And do not let your people practice fortune-telling, or use sorcery, or interpret omens, or engage in witchcraft, (11) or cast spells, or function as mediums or psychics, or call forth the spirits of the dead. (12) Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD. It is because the other nations have done these detestable things that the LORD your God will drive them out ahead of you.
4. 1Corinth 10:20-21 Cannot drink the cup
Pro 22:5-6 Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them. (6) Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
We spend all year training our kids in the way of the Lord- Why confuse them with this?
Christians are commanded to be Holy- There is nothing holy about Halloween.
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1. Romans 6:16 Whom ye yield yourselves.
A. His servants to obey.
B. Ye cannot serve two masters.
What about taking part in Halloween?
A. Dates back over 2000 years to the Celetics.
a. Originally eve of the day of the dead--Festival of Sam Hain (sow-in) and Druid Priests.
b. Spirits believed to roam the earth.
c. People disguised themselves.
d. Carved gourds to ward off demons.
e. Left treats out to prevent spirits from entering the house.
f. Witches celebrated it as their greatest day of power.
Roman eventually conquered the Celtics.
A. They hated the Festival and tried to change it to All Saints Day to honor dead saints.
B. The Celtics continued to practice their rituals it became All Hallows Eve/Evening.
C. It ended up being Halloween.
D. It just about went away until the 1920's and it made a come back and introduced the carving of pumpkins.
Look at Halloween today! The same rituals are practiced.
A. Dress our kids as witches, ghosts, and goblins.
B. Create an atmosphere of fear.
b. We are doing Satan's job for him.
C. Carve pumpkins.
D. Give out treats to prevent tricks.
E. An all time high of 10.6 billion spent in 2022.12.2 expected in 2023- second biggest holiday.
F. Costumes, candy, and decorations.
G. 31% of adults say they will dress up this year.
Devil Worshippers call it their holiday.
What does God say about it?
2. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
A. It is impossible for the world to understand the spiritual implications of exposing themselves and their children to demonic influence.
B. Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
C. Standing your ground before your peers is hard, but God rewards faithfulness.
3. Deut 18:9-12 Abomination to the Lord.
A. NLT "When you enter the land the LORD your God is giving you, be very careful not to imitate the detestable customs of the nations living there. (10) For example, never sacrifice your son or daughter as a burnt offering. And do not let your people practice fortune-telling, or use sorcery, or interpret omens, or engage in witchcraft, (11) or cast spells, or function as mediums or psychics, or call forth the spirits of the dead. (12) Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD. It is because the other nations have done these detestable things that the LORD your God will drive them out ahead of you.
4. 1Corinth 10:20-21 Cannot drink the cup
Pro 22:5-6 Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them. (6) Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
We spend all year training our kids in the way of the Lord- Why confuse them with this?
Christians are commanded to be Holy- There is nothing holy about Halloween.
Come Up Hither
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1. Rev 4:1-2 Come up hither
A. God is always trying to get us to come up to a higher level.
B. He went up in the Spirit.
There are two ways to come up in the Spirit
A. Supernatural encounter
B. Studing the Word of God.
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
The Word of God has caused me to come up out of doubt and unbelief.
A. I know I'm saved
B. I know all of his promises are yes and amen to me.
The Word of God has caused me to come up out of a poverty mentality.
A. I no longer see myself as a poor wayfaring stranger.
B. Coming up out of a poverty mentality is not about having money.
C. It's about understanding your rightful place in the kingdom of God.
D. The Word has taught me that I am a child of God with all the rights and privileges
that goes with that- If I can believe for it, I can have it.
The Word of God has taught me that healing belongs to me.
A. I don't have to deal with sickness and disease the way others do.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Just like Jesus bore ours sins, He also bore our sickness and disease.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. I have learned that healing is available to me through the blood of Jesus.
The Word of God has taught me that I don't have to live in fear.
A. Fear is a tactic of the enemy to try and disable us.
B. The Bible tells us to not be afraid at least 70 times.
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
C. 1Jn 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
The Word of God has taught me to live and love life.
A. God really does want us to live life to the fullest here on this earth.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
B. Everything does not always go perfect, but even in the bad times God is with me.
Joh 16:33 I've told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I've conquered the world." MSG
C. God is not holding anything back from us- We just have reach out and take it by faith.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
I'm going to choose to come up to God's way of thinking and choose life.
God wants all of his people to come up to the God way of living.
NGC 10-4-23
1. Rev 4:1-2 Come up hither
A. God is always trying to get us to come up to a higher level.
B. He went up in the Spirit.
There are two ways to come up in the Spirit
A. Supernatural encounter
B. Studing the Word of God.
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
The Word of God has caused me to come up out of doubt and unbelief.
A. I know I'm saved
B. I know all of his promises are yes and amen to me.
The Word of God has caused me to come up out of a poverty mentality.
A. I no longer see myself as a poor wayfaring stranger.
B. Coming up out of a poverty mentality is not about having money.
C. It's about understanding your rightful place in the kingdom of God.
D. The Word has taught me that I am a child of God with all the rights and privileges
that goes with that- If I can believe for it, I can have it.
The Word of God has taught me that healing belongs to me.
A. I don't have to deal with sickness and disease the way others do.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Just like Jesus bore ours sins, He also bore our sickness and disease.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. I have learned that healing is available to me through the blood of Jesus.
The Word of God has taught me that I don't have to live in fear.
A. Fear is a tactic of the enemy to try and disable us.
B. The Bible tells us to not be afraid at least 70 times.
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
C. 1Jn 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
The Word of God has taught me to live and love life.
A. God really does want us to live life to the fullest here on this earth.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
B. Everything does not always go perfect, but even in the bad times God is with me.
Joh 16:33 I've told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I've conquered the world." MSG
C. God is not holding anything back from us- We just have reach out and take it by faith.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
I'm going to choose to come up to God's way of thinking and choose life.
God wants all of his people to come up to the God way of living.
The Only Way
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1. John 4:1-30 Come see a man.
Nothing that we have ever done is hid from the Lord.
A. The wonderful thing about God is that even though he knows, he still loves us and gave His Son Jesus as a sacrifice for our sin.
B. Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
C. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Rom 5:9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.
Rom 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
A. We all come from the same background- sinner
B. We were born innocent, but with a sin nature.
C. Sea turtles are born on land, but gravitate to the water.
God knowing the result of sin on humanity, made a way for us to escape the penalty of sin through the death, burial, and resurrection of his son Jesus.
A. Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Even though the gift of salvation or eternal life is free, we have to be willing to receive it.
2. John 3:1-6 Ye Must be born again.
A. Nicodemus struggled with the statement born again.
B. Being born again simply means believing what Jesus did through his death, burial, and resurrection.
C. Because he paid the price for us, we accept him as Lord over our lives and start living the life he has for us.
3. Eph 4:21-24 Put off the old man
A. We renew the spirit of our mind by the Word of God.
How do we get born again, saved, or receive salvation?
4. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess
A. Salvation has nothing to do with feelings.
B. Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
You can't be a good enough person to get to heaven-
You can't do enough good things to get to heaven-
Receiving Jesus as your Savior and living for Him is the only way to get to heaven.
Have you received Jesus as your Savior? He is the only way to heaven.
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1. John 4:1-30 Come see a man.
Nothing that we have ever done is hid from the Lord.
A. The wonderful thing about God is that even though he knows, he still loves us and gave His Son Jesus as a sacrifice for our sin.
B. Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
C. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Rom 5:9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.
Rom 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
A. We all come from the same background- sinner
B. We were born innocent, but with a sin nature.
C. Sea turtles are born on land, but gravitate to the water.
God knowing the result of sin on humanity, made a way for us to escape the penalty of sin through the death, burial, and resurrection of his son Jesus.
A. Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Even though the gift of salvation or eternal life is free, we have to be willing to receive it.
2. John 3:1-6 Ye Must be born again.
A. Nicodemus struggled with the statement born again.
B. Being born again simply means believing what Jesus did through his death, burial, and resurrection.
C. Because he paid the price for us, we accept him as Lord over our lives and start living the life he has for us.
3. Eph 4:21-24 Put off the old man
A. We renew the spirit of our mind by the Word of God.
How do we get born again, saved, or receive salvation?
4. Romans 10:8-13 Believe and confess
A. Salvation has nothing to do with feelings.
B. Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
You can't be a good enough person to get to heaven-
You can't do enough good things to get to heaven-
Receiving Jesus as your Savior and living for Him is the only way to get to heaven.
Have you received Jesus as your Savior? He is the only way to heaven.
How Do You Identify
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1. Col 3:3 Our natural life here is dead
A. Your life is hid in Christ.
2. Eph 2:4-6 We are made alive in Christ.
A. Raised together-Sit together
Christians should display a Christ like lifestyle.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
People should identify our actions as those belonging to a Christian.
3. 2Chron 9:1-8 Sheba recognized God through Solomon.
4. Acts 4:13 They took knowledge
How do we make sure we are identified with Christ?
5. Gal 2:20 We display Christ through a life of faith.
We must Walk, Talk, and Act in faith.
6. Acts 27:22-25 Paul-I believe God.
When we identify with Christ through faith, we will never go down.
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1. Col 3:3 Our natural life here is dead
A. Your life is hid in Christ.
2. Eph 2:4-6 We are made alive in Christ.
A. Raised together-Sit together
Christians should display a Christ like lifestyle.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
People should identify our actions as those belonging to a Christian.
3. 2Chron 9:1-8 Sheba recognized God through Solomon.
4. Acts 4:13 They took knowledge
How do we make sure we are identified with Christ?
5. Gal 2:20 We display Christ through a life of faith.
We must Walk, Talk, and Act in faith.
6. Acts 27:22-25 Paul-I believe God.
When we identify with Christ through faith, we will never go down.
We Win
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 God has already given us the victory.
We should always be fighting from a place of victory.
A. We are not the underdogs- We are the reigning champions.
The enemy wants to tell you are not enough- you're not worthy.
2. Col 1:9-14 Partakers of the inheritance.
A. I have been written into the will.
B. I have been delivered from the power of darkness.
C. I have redemption through his blood.
I was lost-now I'm found: I was weak, now I'm strong: I was in darkness, but now I'm walking in light.
A. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Psa 107:2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy;
The world wants you to lose hope and think that it's over- But they don't know our God!
3. 2Kings 18:28-35 Rabshakeh tries to instill fear.
A. Make an agreement with me and you can continue to live the way you are.
B. Until I come and take you away.
C. Do you really think God will deliver you.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
4. 1John 2:15-16 All that is in the world
A. But he that doeth he will of God abideth for ever.
We are in a battle between good and evil.
A. The world wants us to surrender our beliefs and call evil good.
B. They want us to forsake God's Word and believe their word.
C. Illust: The frog and the scorpion.
D. We choose to believe the report of the Lord.
No matter what it looks like, God's people will prevail. We already have the victory.
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 God has already given us the victory.
We should always be fighting from a place of victory.
A. We are not the underdogs- We are the reigning champions.
The enemy wants to tell you are not enough- you're not worthy.
2. Col 1:9-14 Partakers of the inheritance.
A. I have been written into the will.
B. I have been delivered from the power of darkness.
C. I have redemption through his blood.
I was lost-now I'm found: I was weak, now I'm strong: I was in darkness, but now I'm walking in light.
A. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Psa 107:2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy;
The world wants you to lose hope and think that it's over- But they don't know our God!
3. 2Kings 18:28-35 Rabshakeh tries to instill fear.
A. Make an agreement with me and you can continue to live the way you are.
B. Until I come and take you away.
C. Do you really think God will deliver you.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
4. 1John 2:15-16 All that is in the world
A. But he that doeth he will of God abideth for ever.
We are in a battle between good and evil.
A. The world wants us to surrender our beliefs and call evil good.
B. They want us to forsake God's Word and believe their word.
C. Illust: The frog and the scorpion.
D. We choose to believe the report of the Lord.
No matter what it looks like, God's people will prevail. We already have the victory.
Sacrifices of Faith
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1. Romans 4:16-25 Abraham- Father of us all
A. Abraham is the father of our faith.
B. He believed God.
C. V.20-22 Staggered not.
D. It was imputed to him and us if we believe.
Paul was declaring the accomplishments of Abraham.
A. He does not mention here the sacrifices it took for him to get here.
People only see the finished product- They don't know the work that went into it.
A. No one knows what you went through to get where you are.
B. Don't stop untill you get to where God wants you.
2. Gen 11:31-32; 12:1-4 Abraham's sacrifices
A. He had to leave all he knew behind and follow God.(Lot went with him)
Heb 11:7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.
a. Gen 13:1-2 Abram was very rich when he came out of Egypt.
B. Gen 13:8-13 Abraham had to depart from Lot. (the last tie to his past)
b. Gen 13:14-18 The Lord appeared after he separated.
C. Gen 21:9-12 Abraham had to let his son Ishamael go.
c. Gen 21:13 God still blessed Ishamael because he was Abraham's son.
D. Gen 22:1-13 God tells Abraham to sacrifice Isaac.
d. Abraham would have killed Isaac.
Heb 11:17-19 By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, (18) Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called: (19) Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
dd. God provided a sacrifice.
All through the Bible we see the stories of sacrifices made in order to bring the plans of God to pass.
Joseph- Betrayed by his brothers- Sold into slavery-Accused of rape and thrown into prison-Fogotten by the butler- All this happened before he was raised to be second in command of all Egypt and save Israel.
Moses- His mother had to give him up- He had to give up the riches of Egypt in order to lead Go's people into freedom.
The greatest sacrifice ever given was when Jesus Christ gave his life for all the world.
A. He gave his life for you.
B. Will you give yours to Him?
There will be sacrifices when you walk with the Lord, but his blessings outweigh them all.
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1. Romans 4:16-25 Abraham- Father of us all
A. Abraham is the father of our faith.
B. He believed God.
C. V.20-22 Staggered not.
D. It was imputed to him and us if we believe.
Paul was declaring the accomplishments of Abraham.
A. He does not mention here the sacrifices it took for him to get here.
People only see the finished product- They don't know the work that went into it.
A. No one knows what you went through to get where you are.
B. Don't stop untill you get to where God wants you.
2. Gen 11:31-32; 12:1-4 Abraham's sacrifices
A. He had to leave all he knew behind and follow God.(Lot went with him)
Heb 11:7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.
a. Gen 13:1-2 Abram was very rich when he came out of Egypt.
B. Gen 13:8-13 Abraham had to depart from Lot. (the last tie to his past)
b. Gen 13:14-18 The Lord appeared after he separated.
C. Gen 21:9-12 Abraham had to let his son Ishamael go.
c. Gen 21:13 God still blessed Ishamael because he was Abraham's son.
D. Gen 22:1-13 God tells Abraham to sacrifice Isaac.
d. Abraham would have killed Isaac.
Heb 11:17-19 By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, (18) Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called: (19) Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
dd. God provided a sacrifice.
All through the Bible we see the stories of sacrifices made in order to bring the plans of God to pass.
Joseph- Betrayed by his brothers- Sold into slavery-Accused of rape and thrown into prison-Fogotten by the butler- All this happened before he was raised to be second in command of all Egypt and save Israel.
Moses- His mother had to give him up- He had to give up the riches of Egypt in order to lead Go's people into freedom.
The greatest sacrifice ever given was when Jesus Christ gave his life for all the world.
A. He gave his life for you.
B. Will you give yours to Him?
There will be sacrifices when you walk with the Lord, but his blessings outweigh them all.
Jesus Our Example
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1. Col 2:13-15 He made a show of them.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive forevermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
Jesus paved the way for us.
2. Heb 4:14-15 Jesus endured temptations without sin.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
Did Jesus ever want to quit? YES!
3. Matt 26:36-45 Jesus prayed three times for the cup to pass.
Thank God Jesus didn't quit! He won the battle right there in the garden.
Joh 14:19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.
Because Jesus got the victory, we got it also.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus
Christ.
Heb 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
4. 1John 5:4-5 We believe, therefore we overcome.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Jesus is our example. Follow Him and have a victorious life.
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1. Col 2:13-15 He made a show of them.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive forevermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
Jesus paved the way for us.
2. Heb 4:14-15 Jesus endured temptations without sin.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
Did Jesus ever want to quit? YES!
3. Matt 26:36-45 Jesus prayed three times for the cup to pass.
Thank God Jesus didn't quit! He won the battle right there in the garden.
Joh 14:19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.
Because Jesus got the victory, we got it also.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus
Christ.
Heb 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
4. 1John 5:4-5 We believe, therefore we overcome.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Jesus is our example. Follow Him and have a victorious life.
Thinking
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Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
The reason most people live defeated is because of the way they think.
A. We should be thinking on a divine level not a human level.
1. 1Corinth 2:12-16 We have the mind of Christ.
A. 1Co 2:14-16 The unspiritual self, just as it is by nature, can't receive the gifts of God's Spirit. There's no capacity for them. They seem like so much silliness. Spirit can be known only by spirit--God's Spirit and our spirits in open communion. (15) Spiritually alive, we have access to everything God's Spirit is doing, and can't be judged by unspiritual critics. (16) Isaiah's question, "Is there anyone around who knows God's Spirit, anyone who knows what he is doing?" has been answered: Christ knows, and we have Christ's Spirit.MSG
The Bible says thinking on a natural level is foolishness.
A. People that do that mock and laugh because they can't see and understand what we have been given in Christ.
Attitude is everything!
2. 1Samuel 17:32-37 David had the attitude of a Victor
A. Everyone judged him by his physical features.
B. Inside David had the attitude that he could not be defeated as long as the Lord was with him.
Illustration: The Little Engine that Could.
A. The Passenger train carried important people- They were way below him.
B. The Freight train carried industrial equipment- His job way more important.
C. The Old Train saw himself as washed up- He went away saying "I can Not".
D. The Little Yard Train wasn't sure, but was willing to try.
E. I think I can.
F. I thought I could.
It wasn't easy for the Little Engine- Nobody said it would be easy, but it is the "I Can" attitude that gives us victory.
Thinking on a higher level will cause you to be misunderstood.
3. John 2:18-22 In three days I will raise it up.
A. All they could see was natural brick and mortar.
People always want to gravitate toward the natural, but our thinking is of the supernatural.
A. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
When it comes to salvation, people tend to think on a natural level.
A. They think they want have any fun as a Christian.
B. They think they have plenty of time.
Don't limit yourself by natural thinking- You have the Holy Ghost inside you and He is a genius.
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Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
The reason most people live defeated is because of the way they think.
A. We should be thinking on a divine level not a human level.
1. 1Corinth 2:12-16 We have the mind of Christ.
A. 1Co 2:14-16 The unspiritual self, just as it is by nature, can't receive the gifts of God's Spirit. There's no capacity for them. They seem like so much silliness. Spirit can be known only by spirit--God's Spirit and our spirits in open communion. (15) Spiritually alive, we have access to everything God's Spirit is doing, and can't be judged by unspiritual critics. (16) Isaiah's question, "Is there anyone around who knows God's Spirit, anyone who knows what he is doing?" has been answered: Christ knows, and we have Christ's Spirit.MSG
The Bible says thinking on a natural level is foolishness.
A. People that do that mock and laugh because they can't see and understand what we have been given in Christ.
Attitude is everything!
2. 1Samuel 17:32-37 David had the attitude of a Victor
A. Everyone judged him by his physical features.
B. Inside David had the attitude that he could not be defeated as long as the Lord was with him.
Illustration: The Little Engine that Could.
A. The Passenger train carried important people- They were way below him.
B. The Freight train carried industrial equipment- His job way more important.
C. The Old Train saw himself as washed up- He went away saying "I can Not".
D. The Little Yard Train wasn't sure, but was willing to try.
E. I think I can.
F. I thought I could.
It wasn't easy for the Little Engine- Nobody said it would be easy, but it is the "I Can" attitude that gives us victory.
Thinking on a higher level will cause you to be misunderstood.
3. John 2:18-22 In three days I will raise it up.
A. All they could see was natural brick and mortar.
People always want to gravitate toward the natural, but our thinking is of the supernatural.
A. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
When it comes to salvation, people tend to think on a natural level.
A. They think they want have any fun as a Christian.
B. They think they have plenty of time.
Don't limit yourself by natural thinking- You have the Holy Ghost inside you and He is a genius.
God's Timing
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1. Hab 2:2-3 Get a plan and then stick with it.
A. Waiting is the hardest part.
Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
(Heb 10:35-36)
The fight usually happens during the wait.
Gen 15:11 And when the fowls came down upon the carcasses, Abram drove them away.
Our battle takes place in our thought life. We just want to quit!
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 We must cast down imaginations.
A. We have to realize that God will never let us down.
Our Faith in God and his word is what gives him the right to move and work in our lives and on our behalf.
Examples: Three Hebrew boys; Daniel in lions den;
3. Mark 5:22-43 Jairus was blindsided in the middle of his plan.
A. He had to believe beyond belief.
4. Romans 4:16-21 Abraham believed against hope.
A. The promise is sure thru faith.
So what am I saying?
No matter how impossible your situation is, find scriptures that provide God's promise and stand on them until it comes to pass!
Remember that it will happen on God's time table.
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1. Hab 2:2-3 Get a plan and then stick with it.
A. Waiting is the hardest part.
Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
(Heb 10:35-36)
The fight usually happens during the wait.
Gen 15:11 And when the fowls came down upon the carcasses, Abram drove them away.
Our battle takes place in our thought life. We just want to quit!
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 We must cast down imaginations.
A. We have to realize that God will never let us down.
Our Faith in God and his word is what gives him the right to move and work in our lives and on our behalf.
Examples: Three Hebrew boys; Daniel in lions den;
3. Mark 5:22-43 Jairus was blindsided in the middle of his plan.
A. He had to believe beyond belief.
4. Romans 4:16-21 Abraham believed against hope.
A. The promise is sure thru faith.
So what am I saying?
No matter how impossible your situation is, find scriptures that provide God's promise and stand on them until it comes to pass!
Remember that it will happen on God's time table.
Receiving the Fulness
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I. Don't Reject the Truth of the Word.
1. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God.
A. V. 15 2Ti 3:15 And how from your childhood you have had a knowledge of and been acquainted with the sacred Writings, which are able to instruct you and give you the understanding for salvation which comes through faith in Christ Jesus [through the leaning of the entire human personality on God in Christ Jesus in absolute trust and confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness]. AMP
B. V.16 All scripture- Not just the parts we like or dislike.
C. V.17 2Ti 3:17 So that the man of God may be complete and proficient, well fitted and thoroughly equipped for every good work. AMP
2. Heb 4:12 The Word of God.
Heb 4:12 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective];AMP
God means what he says. What he says goes. His powerful Word is sharp as a surgeon's scalpel, cutting through everything, whether doubt or defense, laying us open to listen and obey. Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what.
(Heb 4:12-13)MSG
Luke 5 - Peter took the Word over his common sense.
2Kings - Naaman took the word of Elisha.
Psa 33:4 For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth.
Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Believing the Word is what sets you apart.
II. Don't Limit God.
Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
David didn't set limits on God-
a. Chosen to be king while still a shepherd.
b. Killed a lion and a bear.
c. Slew a giant.
d. Known as a man after God's own heart.
2Sa 22:30 For by thee I have run through a troop: by my God have I leaped over a wall.
3. Matt 17:14-20 Nothing shall be impossible.
It's time to take the governers off the engine and run wide open for God!
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I. Don't Reject the Truth of the Word.
1. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God.
A. V. 15 2Ti 3:15 And how from your childhood you have had a knowledge of and been acquainted with the sacred Writings, which are able to instruct you and give you the understanding for salvation which comes through faith in Christ Jesus [through the leaning of the entire human personality on God in Christ Jesus in absolute trust and confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness]. AMP
B. V.16 All scripture- Not just the parts we like or dislike.
C. V.17 2Ti 3:17 So that the man of God may be complete and proficient, well fitted and thoroughly equipped for every good work. AMP
2. Heb 4:12 The Word of God.
Heb 4:12 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective];AMP
God means what he says. What he says goes. His powerful Word is sharp as a surgeon's scalpel, cutting through everything, whether doubt or defense, laying us open to listen and obey. Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what.
(Heb 4:12-13)MSG
Luke 5 - Peter took the Word over his common sense.
2Kings - Naaman took the word of Elisha.
Psa 33:4 For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth.
Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Believing the Word is what sets you apart.
II. Don't Limit God.
Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
David didn't set limits on God-
a. Chosen to be king while still a shepherd.
b. Killed a lion and a bear.
c. Slew a giant.
d. Known as a man after God's own heart.
2Sa 22:30 For by thee I have run through a troop: by my God have I leaped over a wall.
3. Matt 17:14-20 Nothing shall be impossible.
It's time to take the governers off the engine and run wide open for God!
Don't Take It Lightly
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1. Matt 22:1-13 They made light of it.
A. People seem to want to go to heaven, but they don't want to go to church.
Online Services were never meant to replace the experience of believers worshiping together.
2. Heb 10:21-31 Not forsaking.
A. Assembling ourselves together is a way of encouraging one another to stay faithful.
B. Even more as you see the day appoaching.
We can look around and see things going on.
3. Mat 24:32-42 "Take a lesson from the fig tree. From the moment you notice its buds form, the merest hint of green, you know summer's just around the corner. (33) So it is with you: When you see all these things, you'll know he's at the door. (34) Don't take this lightly. I'm not just saying this for some future generation, but for all of you. This age continues until all these things take place. (35) Sky and earth will wear out; my words won't wear out. (36) "But the exact day and hour? No one knows that, not even heaven's angels, not even the Son. Only the Father knows. (37) "The Arrival of the Son of Man will take place in times like Noah's. (38) Before the great flood everyone was carrying on as usual, having a good time right up to the day Noah boarded the ark. (39) They knew nothing--until the flood hit and swept everything away. "The Son of Man's Arrival will be like that: (40) Two men will be working in the field--one will be taken, one left behind; (41) two women will be grinding at the mill--one will be taken, one left behind. (42) So stay awake, alert. You have no idea what day your Master will show up.MSG
A. Carrying on as usual.
B. They had no concern until it was too late.
Why does there seem to be no concern any more?
A. Video
Pastor Parsley talked about this 25 years ago:
A. The first generation has a conviction. Solid biblical truth.
B. The next generation has a persuation. They can be pursaded by truth.
C. The 3rd generation has an opinion. One opinion can be as good as another.
D. The fourth generation doesn't care because they haven't heard enough about it to be concerned.
It is not a time to be pulling away from church and God-
The world is coming up with all kinds of things to take away our time.
A. Time is the only thing we have that is worth anything. It's our only commodity.
B. God, spouse, family mean nothing without time spent with them.
4. Ecc 12:10-14 The Preacher sought acceptable words, even to write down rightly words of truth or correct sentiment. (11) The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and firmly fixed [in the mind] like nails are the collected sayings which are given [as proceeding] from one Shepherd. [Ezek. 37:24.] (12) But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh. (13) All has been heard; the end of the matter is: Fear God [revere and worship Him, knowing that He is] and keep His commandments, for this is the whole of man [the full, original purpose of his creation, the object of God's providence, the root of character, the foundation of all happiness, the adjustment to all inharmonious circumstances and conditions under the sun] and the whole [duty] for every man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it is good or evil. AMP
5. 2Peter 1:10-12 Make your election sure.
A. Sometimes we just need to reminded of what's important.
Don't take your walk with God lightly. Salvation comes only from believing on his Son.
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1. Matt 22:1-13 They made light of it.
A. People seem to want to go to heaven, but they don't want to go to church.
Online Services were never meant to replace the experience of believers worshiping together.
2. Heb 10:21-31 Not forsaking.
A. Assembling ourselves together is a way of encouraging one another to stay faithful.
B. Even more as you see the day appoaching.
We can look around and see things going on.
3. Mat 24:32-42 "Take a lesson from the fig tree. From the moment you notice its buds form, the merest hint of green, you know summer's just around the corner. (33) So it is with you: When you see all these things, you'll know he's at the door. (34) Don't take this lightly. I'm not just saying this for some future generation, but for all of you. This age continues until all these things take place. (35) Sky and earth will wear out; my words won't wear out. (36) "But the exact day and hour? No one knows that, not even heaven's angels, not even the Son. Only the Father knows. (37) "The Arrival of the Son of Man will take place in times like Noah's. (38) Before the great flood everyone was carrying on as usual, having a good time right up to the day Noah boarded the ark. (39) They knew nothing--until the flood hit and swept everything away. "The Son of Man's Arrival will be like that: (40) Two men will be working in the field--one will be taken, one left behind; (41) two women will be grinding at the mill--one will be taken, one left behind. (42) So stay awake, alert. You have no idea what day your Master will show up.MSG
A. Carrying on as usual.
B. They had no concern until it was too late.
Why does there seem to be no concern any more?
A. Video
Pastor Parsley talked about this 25 years ago:
A. The first generation has a conviction. Solid biblical truth.
B. The next generation has a persuation. They can be pursaded by truth.
C. The 3rd generation has an opinion. One opinion can be as good as another.
D. The fourth generation doesn't care because they haven't heard enough about it to be concerned.
It is not a time to be pulling away from church and God-
The world is coming up with all kinds of things to take away our time.
A. Time is the only thing we have that is worth anything. It's our only commodity.
B. God, spouse, family mean nothing without time spent with them.
4. Ecc 12:10-14 The Preacher sought acceptable words, even to write down rightly words of truth or correct sentiment. (11) The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and firmly fixed [in the mind] like nails are the collected sayings which are given [as proceeding] from one Shepherd. [Ezek. 37:24.] (12) But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh. (13) All has been heard; the end of the matter is: Fear God [revere and worship Him, knowing that He is] and keep His commandments, for this is the whole of man [the full, original purpose of his creation, the object of God's providence, the root of character, the foundation of all happiness, the adjustment to all inharmonious circumstances and conditions under the sun] and the whole [duty] for every man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it is good or evil. AMP
5. 2Peter 1:10-12 Make your election sure.
A. Sometimes we just need to reminded of what's important.
Don't take your walk with God lightly. Salvation comes only from believing on his Son.
Truth
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1. John 18:37-38 What is truth?
A. God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Word are all truth.
Many people have their own version of the truth, but if it doesn't line up with the Word it is not truth.
Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Partial truth is still a lie-
2. Gen 3:1-7 Their eyes were opened.
A. They didn't see what they expected.
3. 2Tim 3:1-8 Perilous times
A. Lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God.
B. Having a form of godliness.
C. Ever learning
D. Reprobate concerning the faith.
These kind of people don't really want to know the truth.
4. John 8:42-47 Why do ye not believe me?
A. They didn't want to hear because it did not fit into their framework.
5. Acts 7:51-60 Stephen was stoned for telling the truth.
A. They stopped up their ears and yelled.
Stephen was trying to give them the truth of Jesus Christ so they could be set free.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
6. 2Thes 2:1-13 The reason we should know the truth.
A. Those that don't know the truth will be easily deceived.
B. Because they rejected the truth God allows them to believe the lies.
It matters what truth you believe. Make sure your truth lines up with the Word of God.
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1. John 18:37-38 What is truth?
A. God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Word are all truth.
Many people have their own version of the truth, but if it doesn't line up with the Word it is not truth.
Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Partial truth is still a lie-
2. Gen 3:1-7 Their eyes were opened.
A. They didn't see what they expected.
3. 2Tim 3:1-8 Perilous times
A. Lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God.
B. Having a form of godliness.
C. Ever learning
D. Reprobate concerning the faith.
These kind of people don't really want to know the truth.
4. John 8:42-47 Why do ye not believe me?
A. They didn't want to hear because it did not fit into their framework.
5. Acts 7:51-60 Stephen was stoned for telling the truth.
A. They stopped up their ears and yelled.
Stephen was trying to give them the truth of Jesus Christ so they could be set free.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
6. 2Thes 2:1-13 The reason we should know the truth.
A. Those that don't know the truth will be easily deceived.
B. Because they rejected the truth God allows them to believe the lies.
It matters what truth you believe. Make sure your truth lines up with the Word of God.
Stay Prepared
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The grasshopper and the ant story-
A. Prepare for the future today.
1. Prov 6:6-11 Don't be a sluggard.
A. You will be robbed of time you can't get back.
2. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
A. All of the virgins took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom.
B. The wise took extra oil with them.
C. All of them had to wait, but when the call came only the wise were ready.
D. Moral: Only you can make yourself ready.
3. Luke 12:29-40 Be ye therefore ready.
A. We don't know when he is coming, but we want to be ready.
Sometimes it bears hard on us when we see others who take following the Lord lightly.
Saying ready will give us the priviledge of saying what Paul said.
4. 2Tim 4:7-8 I have kept the faith.
This life is only temporary. We need to prepare for eternity now.
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The grasshopper and the ant story-
A. Prepare for the future today.
1. Prov 6:6-11 Don't be a sluggard.
A. You will be robbed of time you can't get back.
2. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
A. All of the virgins took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom.
B. The wise took extra oil with them.
C. All of them had to wait, but when the call came only the wise were ready.
D. Moral: Only you can make yourself ready.
3. Luke 12:29-40 Be ye therefore ready.
A. We don't know when he is coming, but we want to be ready.
Sometimes it bears hard on us when we see others who take following the Lord lightly.
Saying ready will give us the priviledge of saying what Paul said.
4. 2Tim 4:7-8 I have kept the faith.
This life is only temporary. We need to prepare for eternity now.
The Right Spirit
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1. Mark 5:1-19 The man was driven by a spirit.
A. The man was a good person led by the wrong spirit.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
It only takes a little to cause big problems.
2. Gal 5:7-9 They were hindered through the persuation of someone or something.
There is a lying spirit loosed in our country trying to persuade us let go of the truth we know.
It says we don't need God in our country, school, lives.
It says we should be TOLORENT of homosexuality, a woman's choice to murder her unborn baby, and other religions.
When the towers fell, people were trying to find God.
What about today should we just accept what people do.
A. Men in womens sports.
3. Deut 17:2-5 God is not tolerent when it comes to worshipping other gods.
Why did God have them stoned? To stop the spirit from spreading.
Again, it wasn't that the people were bad people, they were led by the wrong spirit.
We have to be careful that we don't allow ourselves to be seduced by the wrong spirit.
4. Heb 3:12-13 Hardened through the deceitfulness of sin- Condoning or tolorant.
How can we know what to do?
5. 1John 4:1-3 The right Spirit will always point to Jesus.
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1. Mark 5:1-19 The man was driven by a spirit.
A. The man was a good person led by the wrong spirit.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
It only takes a little to cause big problems.
2. Gal 5:7-9 They were hindered through the persuation of someone or something.
There is a lying spirit loosed in our country trying to persuade us let go of the truth we know.
It says we don't need God in our country, school, lives.
It says we should be TOLORENT of homosexuality, a woman's choice to murder her unborn baby, and other religions.
When the towers fell, people were trying to find God.
What about today should we just accept what people do.
A. Men in womens sports.
3. Deut 17:2-5 God is not tolerent when it comes to worshipping other gods.
Why did God have them stoned? To stop the spirit from spreading.
Again, it wasn't that the people were bad people, they were led by the wrong spirit.
We have to be careful that we don't allow ourselves to be seduced by the wrong spirit.
4. Heb 3:12-13 Hardened through the deceitfulness of sin- Condoning or tolorant.
How can we know what to do?
5. 1John 4:1-3 The right Spirit will always point to Jesus.
Deliverance
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1. Col 1:12-14 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness.
A. The blood of Jesus has washed away our sin.
I don't have to carry around guilt anymore.
2. Romans 8:1-2 For those who walk after the Spirit.
What if I do mess up?
A. 1Jn 1:8-9 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. (9) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
B. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
3. 2Corinth 1:9-10 Who delivered, doth deliver, and will deliver.
This does not give us a license to sin.
Heb 10:26-29 For if we sin willfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, (27) But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries. (28) He that despised Moses' law died without mercy under two or three witnesses: (29) Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?
We know we are the righteousness of God in Christ.
We know we have been redeemed by the blood.
We live a repentive lifestyle because we are saved! We work because we are saved!
4. 1Thes 1:4-10 We live for him because he hath delivered us from the wrath to come!
Quit trying to get delivered and walk in the deliverance Jesus has already provided.
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1. Col 1:12-14 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness.
A. The blood of Jesus has washed away our sin.
I don't have to carry around guilt anymore.
2. Romans 8:1-2 For those who walk after the Spirit.
What if I do mess up?
A. 1Jn 1:8-9 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. (9) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
B. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
3. 2Corinth 1:9-10 Who delivered, doth deliver, and will deliver.
This does not give us a license to sin.
Heb 10:26-29 For if we sin willfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, (27) But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries. (28) He that despised Moses' law died without mercy under two or three witnesses: (29) Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?
We know we are the righteousness of God in Christ.
We know we have been redeemed by the blood.
We live a repentive lifestyle because we are saved! We work because we are saved!
4. 1Thes 1:4-10 We live for him because he hath delivered us from the wrath to come!
Quit trying to get delivered and walk in the deliverance Jesus has already provided.
Lessons from Solomon
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1. Prov 4:20-27 4 lessons we need to learn
I. Attend to the Word.
2. Psalms 119:8-11 Hid in my heart.
A. Psa 119:133 Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.
3. Heb 4:12 Quick and powerful.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
A. Faith brings every promise in the Word of God.
II. Keep your heart right.
A. You can love God and still not have your heart right.
4. Acts 8:14-22 Simon's heart was not right.
Not believing what the word says is having a wrong heart.
A. Heb 3:12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Guarding how you think is part of keeping your heart right.
A. Thoughts lead to actions- Actions define who we are.
B. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
C. Php 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
III. Watch your mouth.
A. Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
5. James 3:1-13 The tongue
A. Good conversation
B. Eph 5:1-4 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; (2) And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. (3) But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; (4) Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks.
IV. Watch Your eyes
A. 1Jn 2:16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.
You are going to see things- Make sure it doesn't become an instant replay.
A. Pro 4:25 Keep your eyes straight ahead; ignore all sideshow distractions. MSG
B. Mat 5:28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
6. Gen 13:8-12 Lot pitched his tent toward Sodom
A. You will eventually gravitate to what you keep your eyes on.
B. Jas 1:13-15 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
Paul knew how to avoid temptation.
Php 3:13-16 Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward--to Jesus. (14) I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. (15) So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less than total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision--you'll see it yet! (16) Now that we're on the right track, let's stay on it.MSG
We need to listen to the instructions of our spiritual forefathers and learn from them.
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1. Prov 4:20-27 4 lessons we need to learn
I. Attend to the Word.
2. Psalms 119:8-11 Hid in my heart.
A. Psa 119:133 Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.
3. Heb 4:12 Quick and powerful.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
A. Faith brings every promise in the Word of God.
II. Keep your heart right.
A. You can love God and still not have your heart right.
4. Acts 8:14-22 Simon's heart was not right.
Not believing what the word says is having a wrong heart.
A. Heb 3:12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Guarding how you think is part of keeping your heart right.
A. Thoughts lead to actions- Actions define who we are.
B. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
C. Php 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
III. Watch your mouth.
A. Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
5. James 3:1-13 The tongue
A. Good conversation
B. Eph 5:1-4 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; (2) And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. (3) But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; (4) Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks.
IV. Watch Your eyes
A. 1Jn 2:16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.
You are going to see things- Make sure it doesn't become an instant replay.
A. Pro 4:25 Keep your eyes straight ahead; ignore all sideshow distractions. MSG
B. Mat 5:28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
6. Gen 13:8-12 Lot pitched his tent toward Sodom
A. You will eventually gravitate to what you keep your eyes on.
B. Jas 1:13-15 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
Paul knew how to avoid temptation.
Php 3:13-16 Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward--to Jesus. (14) I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. (15) So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less than total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision--you'll see it yet! (16) Now that we're on the right track, let's stay on it.MSG
We need to listen to the instructions of our spiritual forefathers and learn from them.
Opened Eyes
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1. Proverbs 29:18 No vision.
A. Pro 29:18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful. NLT
B. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish;AMP
C. Pro 29:18 If people can't see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; But when they attend to what he reveals, they are most blessed. MSG
We need to see past the natural and into the Spirit realm.
A. We need to see what God is doing.
2. 2Kings 6:15-17 Elisha's servant sees.
A. Once his eyes were opened he understood what was going on.
How did his eyes get opened? The Lord opened his eyes.
If we are going to get our eyes open, it will be by thee Lord.
A. The Lord is the Word made flesh, so we can get our eyes opened by the Word.
B. We have believe the Word.
3. John 12:35-43 He hath blinded their eyes
A. They saw the miracles
B. Their eyes wee blinded because they didn't believe.
C. They would not confess him because they loved the praises of men more than the praises of God.
4. 2Corinth 3:4-18 The vail is removed.
A. They were more interested in keeping their traditions than allowing the Spirit of the Lord to free them.
We must believe the Word
A. We must believe what the Word says about us.
B. We must see the way God does.
C. We must see it in the Spirit.
When we believe for something in the natural, we must first see it in the Spirit.
A. See yourself with all the gifting and callings of God.
B. Know that you are worthy because of the blood of Jesus.
C. If I can't see myself having it, I'll never get it.
You don't have to stay Spiritually blind. Let the Word open your eyes into a whole new world- The world of the Spirit.
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1. Proverbs 29:18 No vision.
A. Pro 29:18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful. NLT
B. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish;AMP
C. Pro 29:18 If people can't see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; But when they attend to what he reveals, they are most blessed. MSG
We need to see past the natural and into the Spirit realm.
A. We need to see what God is doing.
2. 2Kings 6:15-17 Elisha's servant sees.
A. Once his eyes were opened he understood what was going on.
How did his eyes get opened? The Lord opened his eyes.
If we are going to get our eyes open, it will be by thee Lord.
A. The Lord is the Word made flesh, so we can get our eyes opened by the Word.
B. We have believe the Word.
3. John 12:35-43 He hath blinded their eyes
A. They saw the miracles
B. Their eyes wee blinded because they didn't believe.
C. They would not confess him because they loved the praises of men more than the praises of God.
4. 2Corinth 3:4-18 The vail is removed.
A. They were more interested in keeping their traditions than allowing the Spirit of the Lord to free them.
We must believe the Word
A. We must believe what the Word says about us.
B. We must see the way God does.
C. We must see it in the Spirit.
When we believe for something in the natural, we must first see it in the Spirit.
A. See yourself with all the gifting and callings of God.
B. Know that you are worthy because of the blood of Jesus.
C. If I can't see myself having it, I'll never get it.
You don't have to stay Spiritually blind. Let the Word open your eyes into a whole new world- The world of the Spirit.
Authority on Earth
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1. Romans 5:17 Reign in life.
A. Rom 5:17 For if because of one man's trespass (lapse, offense) death reigned through that one, much more surely will those who receive [God's] overflowing grace (unmerited favor) and the free gift of righteousness [putting them into right standing with Himself] reign as kings in life through the one Man Jesus Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). AMP
Christians have a hard time understanding that they have been given spiritual authority.
Spiritual authority was given to us at the new birth.
Just like everything else God has given us in his Word, if we don't know and exercise our faith in it, it won't work.
We need to get the revelation in our spirit about who we are in Christ.
A. Every believer has the same spiritual authority.
B. There are Andys and there are Barneys.
C. Andy was so sure of his authority that he did carry a gun.
D. Barney was always relying on Andy to take care of business.
Most believers are always calling on God to take care of business, but he has actually given believers the authority.
2. Matt 28:28-20 All power
A. Jesus delegated the power to believers.
How could he do that?
3. Eph 2:1-6 Raised us up
A. Eph 2:6 In our union with Christ Jesus he raised us up with him to rule with him in the heavenly world. GNB
B. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Authority is delegated power- The value of that authority is based upon who it is backed by. Our authority is backed by God! The enemy has to recognize our authority.
Born again believers are the DBA's of God.
A. Joh 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.
4. Mark 15:16-18 More proof of our authority.
A. Follow them that believe.
B. We have authority over the devil and his cohorts.
C. We do not have authority over the human spirit or their will.
5. James 4:7 Resist the devil
A. Jas 4:7 So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. AMP
Much of the the trouble in our lives has happened because we didn't understand that we had authority over the enemy.
We have been given authority to take care of the Kingdom here on earth. It's time for us to be about the Father's business.
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1. Romans 5:17 Reign in life.
A. Rom 5:17 For if because of one man's trespass (lapse, offense) death reigned through that one, much more surely will those who receive [God's] overflowing grace (unmerited favor) and the free gift of righteousness [putting them into right standing with Himself] reign as kings in life through the one Man Jesus Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). AMP
Christians have a hard time understanding that they have been given spiritual authority.
Spiritual authority was given to us at the new birth.
Just like everything else God has given us in his Word, if we don't know and exercise our faith in it, it won't work.
We need to get the revelation in our spirit about who we are in Christ.
A. Every believer has the same spiritual authority.
B. There are Andys and there are Barneys.
C. Andy was so sure of his authority that he did carry a gun.
D. Barney was always relying on Andy to take care of business.
Most believers are always calling on God to take care of business, but he has actually given believers the authority.
2. Matt 28:28-20 All power
A. Jesus delegated the power to believers.
How could he do that?
3. Eph 2:1-6 Raised us up
A. Eph 2:6 In our union with Christ Jesus he raised us up with him to rule with him in the heavenly world. GNB
B. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Authority is delegated power- The value of that authority is based upon who it is backed by. Our authority is backed by God! The enemy has to recognize our authority.
Born again believers are the DBA's of God.
A. Joh 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.
4. Mark 15:16-18 More proof of our authority.
A. Follow them that believe.
B. We have authority over the devil and his cohorts.
C. We do not have authority over the human spirit or their will.
5. James 4:7 Resist the devil
A. Jas 4:7 So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. AMP
Much of the the trouble in our lives has happened because we didn't understand that we had authority over the enemy.
We have been given authority to take care of the Kingdom here on earth. It's time for us to be about the Father's business.
Keep on Track
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1. Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua becomes leader
A. As I was with Moses
B. Stay with the Word
C. Don't be afraid or dismayed(breakdown by fear or violence)
2. Jerem 1:4-9 God calls Jeremiah
A. Don't say what you think-
B. Say what I tell you.
C. Don't be afraid of their faces.
3. Matt 28:18-20 The great commission
A. I'm delegating power to you.
B. Teach my Words
C. I am always with you.
In fulfilling our commission we have to apply what God said to Joshua and Jeremiah.
When we see so many living without any concern for what is right, nor any desire to live for God it can be discouraging.
A. We even see it in people who say they are Christians.
4. Psa 73:1-28 A psalm of Asaph. Truly God is good to Israel, to those whose hearts are pure. (2) But as for me, I almost lost my footing. My feet were slipping, and I was almost gone. (3) For I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness. (4) They seem to live such painless lives; their bodies are so healthy and strong. (5) They don't have troubles like other people; they're not plagued with problems like everyone else. (6) They wear pride like a jeweled necklace and clothe themselves with cruelty. (7) These fat cats have everything their hearts could ever wish for! (8) They scoff and speak only evil; in their pride they seek to crush others. (9) They boast against the very heavens, and their words strut throughout the earth. (10) And so the people are dismayed and confused, drinking in all their words. (11) "What does God know?" they ask. "Does the Most High even know what's happening?" (12) Look at these wicked people—enjoying a life of ease while their riches multiply. (13) Did I keep my heart pure for nothing? Did I keep myself innocent for no reason? (14) I get nothing but trouble all day long; every morning brings me pain. (15) If I had really spoken this way to others, I would have been a traitor to Your people. (16) So I tried to understand why the wicked prosper. But what a difficult task it is! (17) Then I went into Your sanctuary, O God, and I finally understood the destiny of the wicked. (18) Truly, You put them on a slippery path and send them sliding over the cliff to destruction. (19) In an instant they are destroyed, completely swept away by terrors. (20) When You arise, O Lord, You will laugh at their silly ideas as a person laughs at dreams in the morning. (21) Then I realized that my heart was bitter, and I was all torn up inside. (22) I was so foolish and ignorant—I must have seemed like a senseless animal to You. (23) Yet I still belong to You; You hold my right hand. (24) You guide me with Your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. (25) Whom have I in heaven but You? I desire You more than anything on earth. (26) My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; He is mine forever. (27) Those who desert Him will perish, for You destroy those who abandon You. (28) But as for me, how good it is to be near God! I have made the Sovereign LORD my shelter, and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things You do.NLT
Don't get discouraged by what you see happening in the world.
Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
5. Gal 6:7-9 Be not weary
Keep on track with God and his Word- He sees your faithfulness and will reward you accordingly.
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1. Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua becomes leader
A. As I was with Moses
B. Stay with the Word
C. Don't be afraid or dismayed(breakdown by fear or violence)
2. Jerem 1:4-9 God calls Jeremiah
A. Don't say what you think-
B. Say what I tell you.
C. Don't be afraid of their faces.
3. Matt 28:18-20 The great commission
A. I'm delegating power to you.
B. Teach my Words
C. I am always with you.
In fulfilling our commission we have to apply what God said to Joshua and Jeremiah.
When we see so many living without any concern for what is right, nor any desire to live for God it can be discouraging.
A. We even see it in people who say they are Christians.
4. Psa 73:1-28 A psalm of Asaph. Truly God is good to Israel, to those whose hearts are pure. (2) But as for me, I almost lost my footing. My feet were slipping, and I was almost gone. (3) For I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness. (4) They seem to live such painless lives; their bodies are so healthy and strong. (5) They don't have troubles like other people; they're not plagued with problems like everyone else. (6) They wear pride like a jeweled necklace and clothe themselves with cruelty. (7) These fat cats have everything their hearts could ever wish for! (8) They scoff and speak only evil; in their pride they seek to crush others. (9) They boast against the very heavens, and their words strut throughout the earth. (10) And so the people are dismayed and confused, drinking in all their words. (11) "What does God know?" they ask. "Does the Most High even know what's happening?" (12) Look at these wicked people—enjoying a life of ease while their riches multiply. (13) Did I keep my heart pure for nothing? Did I keep myself innocent for no reason? (14) I get nothing but trouble all day long; every morning brings me pain. (15) If I had really spoken this way to others, I would have been a traitor to Your people. (16) So I tried to understand why the wicked prosper. But what a difficult task it is! (17) Then I went into Your sanctuary, O God, and I finally understood the destiny of the wicked. (18) Truly, You put them on a slippery path and send them sliding over the cliff to destruction. (19) In an instant they are destroyed, completely swept away by terrors. (20) When You arise, O Lord, You will laugh at their silly ideas as a person laughs at dreams in the morning. (21) Then I realized that my heart was bitter, and I was all torn up inside. (22) I was so foolish and ignorant—I must have seemed like a senseless animal to You. (23) Yet I still belong to You; You hold my right hand. (24) You guide me with Your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. (25) Whom have I in heaven but You? I desire You more than anything on earth. (26) My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; He is mine forever. (27) Those who desert Him will perish, for You destroy those who abandon You. (28) But as for me, how good it is to be near God! I have made the Sovereign LORD my shelter, and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things You do.NLT
Don't get discouraged by what you see happening in the world.
Pro 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
5. Gal 6:7-9 Be not weary
Keep on track with God and his Word- He sees your faithfulness and will reward you accordingly.
Room for Improvement
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1. Gen 4:1-8 Cain and Abel
A. Cain brought an offering.
B. Abel brought the firstlings.
b. Heb 11:4 By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain,
C. God gives Cain a chance to correct his offering.
D. Rather than admit that he was wrong either in attitude or the offering itself, Cain decided to kill Abel.
2. 2Corinth 13:5 Examine yourselves.
A. Be willing to be corrected by the whole council of the Word.
3. Acts 18:24-28 More perfectly
A. He was mighty in the scriptures.
B. He only knew what he knew.
C. Aquila and Priscilla expounded the way of God more perfectly.
D. He began to show that Jesus was Christ.
It's easy to get on a soapbox and point out the fault of others-
It's hard to go look in the mirror and see your own faults.
4. 1Corinth 11:23-32 Examine himself
A. Judge yourselves.
B. Allow the Lord to correct you so you do not end up like the world.
When we examine ourselves, we are not so quick to throw stones.
5. John 8:1-11 The woman caught in adultery.
A. They all had things in their lives.
Pro 29:11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
Pro 18:13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
I believe it would profit us if we all heed Paul's words in 1Corinth 13-NLT
1Co 13:1-13
If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. (2) If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. (3) If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. (4) Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (8) Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! (9) Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! (10) But when full understanding comes, these partial things will become useless. (11) When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. (12) Now we see things imperfectly as in a cloudy mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows me completely. (13) Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.
We are not perfect people, but we serve a perfect God that loves us unconditionally.
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1. Gen 4:1-8 Cain and Abel
A. Cain brought an offering.
B. Abel brought the firstlings.
b. Heb 11:4 By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain,
C. God gives Cain a chance to correct his offering.
D. Rather than admit that he was wrong either in attitude or the offering itself, Cain decided to kill Abel.
2. 2Corinth 13:5 Examine yourselves.
A. Be willing to be corrected by the whole council of the Word.
3. Acts 18:24-28 More perfectly
A. He was mighty in the scriptures.
B. He only knew what he knew.
C. Aquila and Priscilla expounded the way of God more perfectly.
D. He began to show that Jesus was Christ.
It's easy to get on a soapbox and point out the fault of others-
It's hard to go look in the mirror and see your own faults.
4. 1Corinth 11:23-32 Examine himself
A. Judge yourselves.
B. Allow the Lord to correct you so you do not end up like the world.
When we examine ourselves, we are not so quick to throw stones.
5. John 8:1-11 The woman caught in adultery.
A. They all had things in their lives.
Pro 29:11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
Pro 18:13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
I believe it would profit us if we all heed Paul's words in 1Corinth 13-NLT
1Co 13:1-13
If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. (2) If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. (3) If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. (4) Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud (5) or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. (6) It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. (7) Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (8) Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! (9) Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! (10) But when full understanding comes, these partial things will become useless. (11) When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. (12) Now we see things imperfectly as in a cloudy mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows me completely. (13) Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.
We are not perfect people, but we serve a perfect God that loves us unconditionally.
Take It
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1. Rev 22:17 Let him take the water of life freely.
2. Matt 11:12 We must take what God has given.
A. Kingdom of heaven= ouranos
oo-ran-os'
Perhaps from the same as G3735 (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension heaven (as the abode of God); by implication happiness, power, eternity; specifically the Gospel (Christianity): - air, heaven ([-ly]), sky.
B. Violence= biazō
bee-ad'-zo
From G970; to force, that is, (reflexively) to crowd oneself (into), or (passively) to be seized: - press, suffer violence.
C. Violent= biastēs
bee-as-tace'
From G971; a forcer, that is, (figuratively) energetic: - violent.
D. Force- harpazō
har-pad'-zo
From a derivative of G138; to seize (in various applications): - catch (away, up), pluck, pull, take (by force).
Mat 11:12 And from the days of John the Baptist until the present time, the kingdom of heaven has endured violent assault, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize--a share in the heavenly kingdom is sought with most ardent zeal and intense exertion]. AMP
Two things we must have to take what God desires us to have.
I. Desire- you won't put forth much effort for something you don't desire.
A. People will invest a lot of time, money, and work in something they desire.
II. Expectation- You won't receive anything with out an expectation.
3. Acts 3:1-9 The man at the gate expected to receive from them.
A. Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
4. Heb 11:6 We must believe that He is a rewarder.
A. Diligently seek= ekzēteō
ek-zay-teh'-o
From G1537 and G2212; to search out, that is, (figuratively) investigate, crave, demand, (by Hebraism) worship: - en- (re-) quire, seek after (carefully, diligently).
God has given us everything we need for this life- It's time for the Church to take it
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1. Rev 22:17 Let him take the water of life freely.
2. Matt 11:12 We must take what God has given.
A. Kingdom of heaven= ouranos
oo-ran-os'
Perhaps from the same as G3735 (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension heaven (as the abode of God); by implication happiness, power, eternity; specifically the Gospel (Christianity): - air, heaven ([-ly]), sky.
B. Violence= biazō
bee-ad'-zo
From G970; to force, that is, (reflexively) to crowd oneself (into), or (passively) to be seized: - press, suffer violence.
C. Violent= biastēs
bee-as-tace'
From G971; a forcer, that is, (figuratively) energetic: - violent.
D. Force- harpazō
har-pad'-zo
From a derivative of G138; to seize (in various applications): - catch (away, up), pluck, pull, take (by force).
Mat 11:12 And from the days of John the Baptist until the present time, the kingdom of heaven has endured violent assault, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize--a share in the heavenly kingdom is sought with most ardent zeal and intense exertion]. AMP
Two things we must have to take what God desires us to have.
I. Desire- you won't put forth much effort for something you don't desire.
A. People will invest a lot of time, money, and work in something they desire.
II. Expectation- You won't receive anything with out an expectation.
3. Acts 3:1-9 The man at the gate expected to receive from them.
A. Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
4. Heb 11:6 We must believe that He is a rewarder.
A. Diligently seek= ekzēteō
ek-zay-teh'-o
From G1537 and G2212; to search out, that is, (figuratively) investigate, crave, demand, (by Hebraism) worship: - en- (re-) quire, seek after (carefully, diligently).
God has given us everything we need for this life- It's time for the Church to take it
What You Hear Matters
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1. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture
A. Scripture is for more than just getting saved.
B. The Word of God is our instruction guide in all things pertaining to God and Godly living.
We can't just pick and choose what we like about the scriptures and skip over the ones we don't like or agree with.
A. If any scripture is wrong, then how can we trust that the others are right?
The problem most times is our interpretation of the scripture.
2. 2Tim 2:15-17 Rightly divide
A. Study to show yourself approved unto God.
B. Rightly dividing the word of truth.
C. Use the Bible to rightly divide itself.
D. Men's opinion can cause confusion.
Thank God for men that are smarter than us so that we can learn some things from them, but they are not smarter than God.
3. Psalm 119:9-13 Thy word hid in my heart
A. Psa 119:9-13 How shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed and keeping watch [on himself] according to Your word [conforming his life to it]. (10) With my whole heart have I sought You, inquiring for and of You and yearning for You; Oh, let me not wander or step aside [either in ignorance or willfully] from Your commandments. [II Chron. 15:15.] (11) Your word have I laid up in my heart, that I might not sin against You. (12) Blessed are You, O Lord; teach me Your statutes. (13) With my lips have I declared and recounted all the ordinances of Your mouth.AMP
B. Psa 119:9-13 How can a young person live a clean life? By carefully reading the map of your Word. (10) I'm single-minded in pursuit of you; don't let me miss the road signs you've posted. (11) I've banked your promises in the vault of my heart so I won't sin myself bankrupt. (12) Be blessed, GOD; train me in your ways of wise living. (13) I'll transfer to my lips all the counsel that comes from your mouth;
Experience, expertise, and common sense are all good things to have, but none of them supercedes God's Word.
4. Luke 5:1-7 At thy Word.
A. Peter was an experienced fisherman- Common sense told him it was a waste of time.
B. The Word of the Lord produced a great harvest.
The Word of God is what produces faith in our heart.
A. When we understand that God meant what he said and said what he meant, we can believe for anything.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Don't just believe anything you hear- Make sure it is backed by the Word of God.
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1. 2Tim 3:14-17 All scripture
A. Scripture is for more than just getting saved.
B. The Word of God is our instruction guide in all things pertaining to God and Godly living.
We can't just pick and choose what we like about the scriptures and skip over the ones we don't like or agree with.
A. If any scripture is wrong, then how can we trust that the others are right?
The problem most times is our interpretation of the scripture.
2. 2Tim 2:15-17 Rightly divide
A. Study to show yourself approved unto God.
B. Rightly dividing the word of truth.
C. Use the Bible to rightly divide itself.
D. Men's opinion can cause confusion.
Thank God for men that are smarter than us so that we can learn some things from them, but they are not smarter than God.
3. Psalm 119:9-13 Thy word hid in my heart
A. Psa 119:9-13 How shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed and keeping watch [on himself] according to Your word [conforming his life to it]. (10) With my whole heart have I sought You, inquiring for and of You and yearning for You; Oh, let me not wander or step aside [either in ignorance or willfully] from Your commandments. [II Chron. 15:15.] (11) Your word have I laid up in my heart, that I might not sin against You. (12) Blessed are You, O Lord; teach me Your statutes. (13) With my lips have I declared and recounted all the ordinances of Your mouth.AMP
B. Psa 119:9-13 How can a young person live a clean life? By carefully reading the map of your Word. (10) I'm single-minded in pursuit of you; don't let me miss the road signs you've posted. (11) I've banked your promises in the vault of my heart so I won't sin myself bankrupt. (12) Be blessed, GOD; train me in your ways of wise living. (13) I'll transfer to my lips all the counsel that comes from your mouth;
Experience, expertise, and common sense are all good things to have, but none of them supercedes God's Word.
4. Luke 5:1-7 At thy Word.
A. Peter was an experienced fisherman- Common sense told him it was a waste of time.
B. The Word of the Lord produced a great harvest.
The Word of God is what produces faith in our heart.
A. When we understand that God meant what he said and said what he meant, we can believe for anything.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Don't just believe anything you hear- Make sure it is backed by the Word of God.
My Help
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1. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
A. We recieve the promises and provisions of God through faith.
In other words, I have to believe they are mine.
2. Mark 11:22-25 Have faith in God.
A. Jesus is teaching the disciples and us how to operate faith.
B. Unforgiveness is a hinderance to faith.
There is also something else that can cause our faith to be hindered.
3. Gal 5:1-6 Faith works by love.
A. We must keep a genuine relationship with the Lord.
B. Outward showingings don't mean anything.
C. Are we in love with Jesus or in love with the thought of Jesus?
D. Our actions usually give us away.
4. Jude 1:17-21 Keep yourselves in the love of God
A. We have to keep ourselves built up praying in the Holy Ghost.
When we have a strong relationship with the Lord and keep ourselves built up it is easier to recieve what God has.
A. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Don't forget where your benefits come from- They are not from the world(temporary)
5. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not all his benefits.
Don't forget where your help comes from in times of trouble or when things are going good.
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1. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
A. We recieve the promises and provisions of God through faith.
In other words, I have to believe they are mine.
2. Mark 11:22-25 Have faith in God.
A. Jesus is teaching the disciples and us how to operate faith.
B. Unforgiveness is a hinderance to faith.
There is also something else that can cause our faith to be hindered.
3. Gal 5:1-6 Faith works by love.
A. We must keep a genuine relationship with the Lord.
B. Outward showingings don't mean anything.
C. Are we in love with Jesus or in love with the thought of Jesus?
D. Our actions usually give us away.
4. Jude 1:17-21 Keep yourselves in the love of God
A. We have to keep ourselves built up praying in the Holy Ghost.
When we have a strong relationship with the Lord and keep ourselves built up it is easier to recieve what God has.
A. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Don't forget where your benefits come from- They are not from the world(temporary)
5. Psalm 103:1-5 Forget not all his benefits.
Don't forget where your help comes from in times of trouble or when things are going good.
Stay Free
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1. Romans 8:1-6 We must walk after the Spirit.
A. The reason we got saved was to get away from the life that was taking us to hell.
B. We must keep ourselves spiritually minded.
2. 2Peter 2:20-22 Again Entangled
A. You were born with a sinful nature the first time- The next time is a choice.
When we look at our country, we understand that it was formed to escape government overreach and religious suppression.
A. Instead of enjoying the freedoms that our Constitution provides. there are those that are trying to get us back under the same thing we came out of.
People are doing the same thing to themselves-
A. They receive Jesus and get free- Then they get messed back up in what they came out of.
Joh 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
A. It is up to you to walk in that freedom.
After a prisoner is released back into society, if he does not integrate himself back in, there is a high percentage that he will end up in prison again.
Believers have to integrate themselves into the body of Christ.
A. I know we are placed into the body by the new birth, but if we don't get involved with other believers and actively taking part in the body, we end up ostracizing themselves.
You have to guard your freedom
3. Proverbs 4:23-27 Keep thy heart
A. You have to do it.
You have to hang around others that value your faith.
4. 1Corinth 15:33 Evil communications
A. 1Co 15:33 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. AMP
Freedom does not come without cost- Those that do not understand that will eventually end up back in bondage.
Heroic men and women gave and are giving their lives so that we can be a free nation.
A. Don't ever take that lightly.
Jesus Christ gave his life so that we could live a life free of sin, guilt, and condemnation.
A. If you take Him lightly you will never see the great things he has prepared for us when he calls his Church home.
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1. Romans 8:1-6 We must walk after the Spirit.
A. The reason we got saved was to get away from the life that was taking us to hell.
B. We must keep ourselves spiritually minded.
2. 2Peter 2:20-22 Again Entangled
A. You were born with a sinful nature the first time- The next time is a choice.
When we look at our country, we understand that it was formed to escape government overreach and religious suppression.
A. Instead of enjoying the freedoms that our Constitution provides. there are those that are trying to get us back under the same thing we came out of.
People are doing the same thing to themselves-
A. They receive Jesus and get free- Then they get messed back up in what they came out of.
Joh 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
A. It is up to you to walk in that freedom.
After a prisoner is released back into society, if he does not integrate himself back in, there is a high percentage that he will end up in prison again.
Believers have to integrate themselves into the body of Christ.
A. I know we are placed into the body by the new birth, but if we don't get involved with other believers and actively taking part in the body, we end up ostracizing themselves.
You have to guard your freedom
3. Proverbs 4:23-27 Keep thy heart
A. You have to do it.
You have to hang around others that value your faith.
4. 1Corinth 15:33 Evil communications
A. 1Co 15:33 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. AMP
Freedom does not come without cost- Those that do not understand that will eventually end up back in bondage.
Heroic men and women gave and are giving their lives so that we can be a free nation.
A. Don't ever take that lightly.
Jesus Christ gave his life so that we could live a life free of sin, guilt, and condemnation.
A. If you take Him lightly you will never see the great things he has prepared for us when he calls his Church home.
Earnestly Contend
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1. Jude 1:3 Earnestly contend for the faith.
Paul gives us some reasons to earnestly contend in his letters to Timothy.
I. Some shall depart from the faith.
1Ti 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;
II. Some shall deny the faith.
1Ti 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and especially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
III. Some shall cast off the faith.
But the younger widows refuse: for when they have begun to wax wanton against Christ, they will marry; Having damnation, because they have cast off their first faith.
(1Ti 5:11-12)
IV. Some shall be seduced from the faith.
1Ti 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
V. Some shall err concerning the faith.
O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called: Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen.
(1Ti 6:20-21)
VI. Some shall overthrow the faith of others.
But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness. And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus; Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.
(2Ti 2:16-18)
VII. Some shall be reprobate concerning the faith.
Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.
(2Ti 3:8)
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1. Jude 1:3 Earnestly contend for the faith.
Paul gives us some reasons to earnestly contend in his letters to Timothy.
I. Some shall depart from the faith.
1Ti 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;
II. Some shall deny the faith.
1Ti 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and especially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
III. Some shall cast off the faith.
But the younger widows refuse: for when they have begun to wax wanton against Christ, they will marry; Having damnation, because they have cast off their first faith.
(1Ti 5:11-12)
IV. Some shall be seduced from the faith.
1Ti 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
V. Some shall err concerning the faith.
O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called: Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen.
(1Ti 6:20-21)
VI. Some shall overthrow the faith of others.
But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness. And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus; Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.
(2Ti 2:16-18)
VII. Some shall be reprobate concerning the faith.
Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.
(2Ti 3:8)
Overflow
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1. Luke 6:38 It shall be given unto you.
A. It- What is your it.
B. Running over- to pour out over, that is to overflow.
2. Mal 3:10-12 There shall not beroom enough to receive it.
A. God is pouring it out.
This is not just about money, it's about overflow!
3. John 10:10 They might have if more abundantly.
A. Superabundant in quantity superior in quality- excessive
B. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). Amp
God wants you living in the overflow where its not just on you, but everybody that gets around you.
A. So blessed that I am a blessing.
4. 1Kings 17:10-16 The widow of Zarephath
A. She gave to the man of God- She put God first.
B. The barrel of meal never wasted and the cruse of oil never failed.
5. 2Kings 4:1-7 A pot of oil.
A. She went to the man of God first.
B. The pot of oil never quit flowing as long as there was a vessel to pour in to.
C. Supernatural debt cancelation.
6. Psalm 23:1-26 My cup runneth over.
A. Runneth over- Satisfaction; wealthy.
Quit living in the barely enough, start living in the overflow.
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1. Luke 6:38 It shall be given unto you.
A. It- What is your it.
B. Running over- to pour out over, that is to overflow.
2. Mal 3:10-12 There shall not beroom enough to receive it.
A. God is pouring it out.
This is not just about money, it's about overflow!
3. John 10:10 They might have if more abundantly.
A. Superabundant in quantity superior in quality- excessive
B. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). Amp
God wants you living in the overflow where its not just on you, but everybody that gets around you.
A. So blessed that I am a blessing.
4. 1Kings 17:10-16 The widow of Zarephath
A. She gave to the man of God- She put God first.
B. The barrel of meal never wasted and the cruse of oil never failed.
5. 2Kings 4:1-7 A pot of oil.
A. She went to the man of God first.
B. The pot of oil never quit flowing as long as there was a vessel to pour in to.
C. Supernatural debt cancelation.
6. Psalm 23:1-26 My cup runneth over.
A. Runneth over- Satisfaction; wealthy.
Quit living in the barely enough, start living in the overflow.
A Reason to Stay
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1. John 16:33 in the world ye shall have tribulation.
A. If you are going to live for God in this world, you will face trouble.
Just because you are having trouble, it doesn't mean you are on the wrong track.
Paul probably walked with God greater than anyone other than Jesus.
2. 2Corinth 11:23-28 Paul speaks of his troubles.
A. If anyone had a reason to give up, Paul did.
Acts 27 & 28 Paul is shipwrecked.
A. He told them there would be trouble.
B. He stayed faithful to God and saved everyone one the ship.
C. He was bitten by a viper.
D. God used him to heal Publius' father and others.
We have to stay in faith no matter what we are going through.
3. 2Corinth 4:13-18 Paul talks about staying in faith.
A. Faith looks at the whole picture and even at the possible effects it could have.
The actions you take now based on temporary troubles or emotional feelings can have a far reaching effects on things you can't see now.
A. What will happen if stop coming to church? Who will it affect?
B. What will happen if you step out on your spouse because of some conflict you are having at home?
When you allow temporary things to control you, your faith won't be in control anymore.
Jesus came to give us abundant life, but it doesn't mean the won' be some trouble.
A. Remember there is a real devil.
2Ti 1:11-12 Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles. (12) For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
If we stay committed to God there is nothing that we can't overcome.
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1. John 16:33 in the world ye shall have tribulation.
A. If you are going to live for God in this world, you will face trouble.
Just because you are having trouble, it doesn't mean you are on the wrong track.
Paul probably walked with God greater than anyone other than Jesus.
2. 2Corinth 11:23-28 Paul speaks of his troubles.
A. If anyone had a reason to give up, Paul did.
Acts 27 & 28 Paul is shipwrecked.
A. He told them there would be trouble.
B. He stayed faithful to God and saved everyone one the ship.
C. He was bitten by a viper.
D. God used him to heal Publius' father and others.
We have to stay in faith no matter what we are going through.
3. 2Corinth 4:13-18 Paul talks about staying in faith.
A. Faith looks at the whole picture and even at the possible effects it could have.
The actions you take now based on temporary troubles or emotional feelings can have a far reaching effects on things you can't see now.
A. What will happen if stop coming to church? Who will it affect?
B. What will happen if you step out on your spouse because of some conflict you are having at home?
When you allow temporary things to control you, your faith won't be in control anymore.
Jesus came to give us abundant life, but it doesn't mean the won' be some trouble.
A. Remember there is a real devil.
2Ti 1:11-12 Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles. (12) For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.
If we stay committed to God there is nothing that we can't overcome.
Good Dads
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1. Titus 2:1-6 Sober Minded
A. Tit 2:2 Urge the older men to be temperate, venerable (serious), sensible, self-controlled, and sound in the faith, in the love, and in the steadfastness and patience [of Christ].
B. Tit 2:6 In a similar way, urge the younger men to be self-restrained and to behave prudently [taking life seriously]. AMP
We need men to be men-
A. The world has tried to downplay the seriousness of Godly male leadership.
B. The last thing we need is a bunch of panzy males running aound in dresses or short pants, flipflops and manbuns.
If you can't make the right decisions concerning your manhood, I certainly don't want you making decisions on other things- Especially concerning our country.
Why is manhood so important? Men become fathers- Children often imitate their fathers.
God established the family as Husband, Wife, and then children.
When children come into the relationship, the husband becomes a father.
A. This is much more than providing seed.
B. The man is now responsible for providing half of what that child needs to becoming a well rounded member of society.
I applaud single parents who put in the time to raise great children, but they shouldn't have to.
The greatest responsibility of a father is taking time to become a dad to their children.
A. Working to give them a better life doesn't always give them a better life.
B. Most children would rather spend time with the family together than anything else.
C. Children grow up much faster than you know and lost time can never be recovered.
Children need the mentorship of their father.
A. Moms are great with their kids, but they still need that male influence.
a. Dads can teach their sons how to behave around a lady.
b. Dads can teach their daughters what's on the mind of that cute boy they like.
The most important task of the father is to be the spiritual leader of his home.
A. Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
He must teach them love.
A. 1Co 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
B. Love is taught by example. To them, their mother, and others.
C. Sometimes love requires chastisement or correction.
Pro 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
Pro 22:15 Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
Pro 13:24 He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.
He must teach them faith.
A. No matter how successful a child becomes in the world, if they don't have Jesus in their life, we have failed as a parent to show them the way they should go.
B. When dad attends church there is a 93% chance everyone else will attend also.
He must teach them morals and integrity.
A. Once again it starts by example.
B. Luk 6:31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.
Dads are not always the first one mentioned by their children, but they never forget how he raised them.
Good fathers may not be heroes to the world, but they are heroes to the children they have imparted themselves into.
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1. Titus 2:1-6 Sober Minded
A. Tit 2:2 Urge the older men to be temperate, venerable (serious), sensible, self-controlled, and sound in the faith, in the love, and in the steadfastness and patience [of Christ].
B. Tit 2:6 In a similar way, urge the younger men to be self-restrained and to behave prudently [taking life seriously]. AMP
We need men to be men-
A. The world has tried to downplay the seriousness of Godly male leadership.
B. The last thing we need is a bunch of panzy males running aound in dresses or short pants, flipflops and manbuns.
If you can't make the right decisions concerning your manhood, I certainly don't want you making decisions on other things- Especially concerning our country.
Why is manhood so important? Men become fathers- Children often imitate their fathers.
God established the family as Husband, Wife, and then children.
When children come into the relationship, the husband becomes a father.
A. This is much more than providing seed.
B. The man is now responsible for providing half of what that child needs to becoming a well rounded member of society.
I applaud single parents who put in the time to raise great children, but they shouldn't have to.
The greatest responsibility of a father is taking time to become a dad to their children.
A. Working to give them a better life doesn't always give them a better life.
B. Most children would rather spend time with the family together than anything else.
C. Children grow up much faster than you know and lost time can never be recovered.
Children need the mentorship of their father.
A. Moms are great with their kids, but they still need that male influence.
a. Dads can teach their sons how to behave around a lady.
b. Dads can teach their daughters what's on the mind of that cute boy they like.
The most important task of the father is to be the spiritual leader of his home.
A. Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
He must teach them love.
A. 1Co 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
B. Love is taught by example. To them, their mother, and others.
C. Sometimes love requires chastisement or correction.
Pro 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
Pro 22:15 Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
Pro 13:24 He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.
He must teach them faith.
A. No matter how successful a child becomes in the world, if they don't have Jesus in their life, we have failed as a parent to show them the way they should go.
B. When dad attends church there is a 93% chance everyone else will attend also.
He must teach them morals and integrity.
A. Once again it starts by example.
B. Luk 6:31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.
Dads are not always the first one mentioned by their children, but they never forget how he raised them.
Good fathers may not be heroes to the world, but they are heroes to the children they have imparted themselves into.
Pig Tales
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1. 2Peter 2:1-22 The sow that was washed.
A. Be careful who you listen to.
B. V.20-21 Knowing and turning from the Holy commandment.
C. No matter how clean you get, if you go back to your old ways, you will get dirty again.
These refused to stay clean.
2. Mark 5:1-16 The Legion
A. The man was possessed with many demons.
B. The swine refused to live with a demon.
C. The owners of the swine cared more about the pigs than the man.
D. They asked Jesus to leave.
No matter what good works are done, there will always be those that refuse to see it.
A. Mat 7:6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
3. Luke 15:11-32 The prodical son
A. He could not be content in father's house.
B. The world tries to make you think they are having more fun than you.
Heb 11:24-25 By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; (25) Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
C. He spent all that he had and began to be in want--
D. He sold himself into slavery and would have eaten pig slop!
E. When he came to himself-
F. He would have gladly been a servant, but the Father saw him as a son that had been dead now alive.
G. The elder son got jealous- He had forgotten that everything there was his.
Jesus gave his life to give us a way out of the pig pen- Quit slopping around and get on back to Fathers House.
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1. 2Peter 2:1-22 The sow that was washed.
A. Be careful who you listen to.
B. V.20-21 Knowing and turning from the Holy commandment.
C. No matter how clean you get, if you go back to your old ways, you will get dirty again.
These refused to stay clean.
2. Mark 5:1-16 The Legion
A. The man was possessed with many demons.
B. The swine refused to live with a demon.
C. The owners of the swine cared more about the pigs than the man.
D. They asked Jesus to leave.
No matter what good works are done, there will always be those that refuse to see it.
A. Mat 7:6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
3. Luke 15:11-32 The prodical son
A. He could not be content in father's house.
B. The world tries to make you think they are having more fun than you.
Heb 11:24-25 By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; (25) Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
C. He spent all that he had and began to be in want--
D. He sold himself into slavery and would have eaten pig slop!
E. When he came to himself-
F. He would have gladly been a servant, but the Father saw him as a son that had been dead now alive.
G. The elder son got jealous- He had forgotten that everything there was his.
Jesus gave his life to give us a way out of the pig pen- Quit slopping around and get on back to Fathers House.
From Rags to Riches
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King Saul hated David, but Jonathon his son loved him.
1. 1Sam 23:23:15-18 Jonathon and David made a covenant.
David became king after Saul and Jonathon were dead.
2. 2Sam 9:1-13 David honors Jonathon.
V. 8 Mephibosheth saw himself as a worthless dog.
He had to learn how to be a king's son V.11
He had to start acting like royalty.
a. The way he dressed, the way he talked, and the way he conducted himself.
He had to learn how to operate in authority.
a. He now had an inheritance and servants to command.
One commandment had brought Mephibosheth from a nobody in someone else's house to a son in the king's house.
That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
(Rom 10:9-10)
This commandment has bought you and I to the same place and we too must learn to become royalty.
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King Saul hated David, but Jonathon his son loved him.
1. 1Sam 23:23:15-18 Jonathon and David made a covenant.
David became king after Saul and Jonathon were dead.
2. 2Sam 9:1-13 David honors Jonathon.
V. 8 Mephibosheth saw himself as a worthless dog.
He had to learn how to be a king's son V.11
He had to start acting like royalty.
a. The way he dressed, the way he talked, and the way he conducted himself.
He had to learn how to operate in authority.
a. He now had an inheritance and servants to command.
One commandment had brought Mephibosheth from a nobody in someone else's house to a son in the king's house.
That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
(Rom 10:9-10)
This commandment has bought you and I to the same place and we too must learn to become royalty.
Fear Not
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1. 2Tim 1:1-7 Hath not given.
A. Fear does not come from God.
Fear is a tool that Satan uses to put people under his control.
A. False Evidence Appearing Real.
B. 1Jn 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Illustration: Voo Doo witch doctor using baby coffin.
Fear of certain consequences has always been used to manipulate people.
A. You will lose your retirement, etc.
B. War
C. Covid
Many contemporary gospel songs are now using fear in one form or another.
A. Christians cannot operate in fear.
B. What is everyone afraid of?
2. John 14:27 My peace.
We are told around 104 times in KJV not to be afraid.
3. Psalm 27:1-6 Whom shall I fear?
A. Luk 12:4-5 And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. (5) But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.
B. Reverence for God should be what we are concerned about.
How do I get past fear? How do I deal with it?
4. John 14:1-3 Focus on what God has in store for you.
5. Phil 4:4-9 5 things to bring peace and defeat fear in your life.
A. Rejoice in the Lord!
B. Moderation- Don't be ashamed to show your faith.
C. Be careful for nothing- Don't worry!
D. Think on the right things.
E. Do what you've learned from the Word.
Fear has not right in the heart of a believer- Our heart should be filled with faith.
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1. 2Tim 1:1-7 Hath not given.
A. Fear does not come from God.
Fear is a tool that Satan uses to put people under his control.
A. False Evidence Appearing Real.
B. 1Jn 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Illustration: Voo Doo witch doctor using baby coffin.
Fear of certain consequences has always been used to manipulate people.
A. You will lose your retirement, etc.
B. War
C. Covid
Many contemporary gospel songs are now using fear in one form or another.
A. Christians cannot operate in fear.
B. What is everyone afraid of?
2. John 14:27 My peace.
We are told around 104 times in KJV not to be afraid.
3. Psalm 27:1-6 Whom shall I fear?
A. Luk 12:4-5 And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. (5) But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.
B. Reverence for God should be what we are concerned about.
How do I get past fear? How do I deal with it?
4. John 14:1-3 Focus on what God has in store for you.
5. Phil 4:4-9 5 things to bring peace and defeat fear in your life.
A. Rejoice in the Lord!
B. Moderation- Don't be ashamed to show your faith.
C. Be careful for nothing- Don't worry!
D. Think on the right things.
E. Do what you've learned from the Word.
Fear has not right in the heart of a believer- Our heart should be filled with faith.
Remember
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We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--
We must remember that our rights have always been protected by the blood shed of those who loved our country enough to give their life for it.
Freedom is not free- It is carried on the backs of those who will fight for it.
Memorial Day was established as a day that we would remember those who gave their life defending our freedoms.
A. While we are eating our hotdogs with family- Some have a family member missing.
B. While you fight for your gender rights- Some gave up their rights and even their life so you could do that.
We must remember that even in times of peace, there are always enemies looking to destroy us.
Our fore-fathers believed in their Creator.
Today much of the world does not believe in God and especially Jesus Christ.
A. It's the reason we see the moral decay of our society.
B. When anything goes, soon everything goes.
So today as we remember those that gave their lives for this great country, we must remember something much more important.....
The life Jesus gave to redeem all mankind back to God.
If we get caught up in all that is going on in the world, we start acting and thinking like them and forget who we are in Christ.
1. 2Peter 1:1-9 Hath forgotten he was purged.
A. Many are blind and can't see the condition they are in.
2. Romans 8:1-14 We must be Spirit led.
A. The world is on a pathway to destruction.
We must remember who died to give us freedom from death, hell, and the grave.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
This world cannot get us to heaven- No matter how much you achieve in it.
3. 1John 2:15-17 The world passeth away.
4. 2Peter 3:9-14 The day of the Lord.
A. Before the day of the Lord comes those that are ready will be caught up.
B. 1Th 4:15-17 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. (16) For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Do you remember who saved you from your sin? Are you ready to meet Him?
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We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--
We must remember that our rights have always been protected by the blood shed of those who loved our country enough to give their life for it.
Freedom is not free- It is carried on the backs of those who will fight for it.
Memorial Day was established as a day that we would remember those who gave their life defending our freedoms.
A. While we are eating our hotdogs with family- Some have a family member missing.
B. While you fight for your gender rights- Some gave up their rights and even their life so you could do that.
We must remember that even in times of peace, there are always enemies looking to destroy us.
Our fore-fathers believed in their Creator.
Today much of the world does not believe in God and especially Jesus Christ.
A. It's the reason we see the moral decay of our society.
B. When anything goes, soon everything goes.
So today as we remember those that gave their lives for this great country, we must remember something much more important.....
The life Jesus gave to redeem all mankind back to God.
If we get caught up in all that is going on in the world, we start acting and thinking like them and forget who we are in Christ.
1. 2Peter 1:1-9 Hath forgotten he was purged.
A. Many are blind and can't see the condition they are in.
2. Romans 8:1-14 We must be Spirit led.
A. The world is on a pathway to destruction.
We must remember who died to give us freedom from death, hell, and the grave.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
This world cannot get us to heaven- No matter how much you achieve in it.
3. 1John 2:15-17 The world passeth away.
4. 2Peter 3:9-14 The day of the Lord.
A. Before the day of the Lord comes those that are ready will be caught up.
B. 1Th 4:15-17 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. (16) For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Do you remember who saved you from your sin? Are you ready to meet Him?
Choose and Act
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
Many people live with the notion that we must live with whatever comes at us. Some call it fate.
God says we can choose!
2. John 10:10 Abundant life.
A. That you might have.
B. Might have means you have a choice.
There are things on this earth that were made for you and things that were not.
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Making the right choice depends on two things-
A. Your knowledge of the Word.
B. Your willingness to change your thinking.
If you don't know the Word, how can you know what is right and good?
A. Most people can't walk in abundant life (healing, prosperity, favor, etc) because they don't know the Word concerning it.
B. Just because you've always heard it or everyone says it, doesn't make it true.
Changing your thinking from worldly to Godly will start bringing you into the God kind of life.
A. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
B. You must see yourself with God's abundant life and everything that goes with it.
3. Acts 3:1-8 Such as I have.
A. What was Peter thinking?
B. Act 3:6 But Peter said to him, "I have no money at all, but I give you what I have: in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth I order you to get up and walk!" GNB
Peter had been transformed. He no longer thought of himself as just a fisherman.
A. His thoughts told him that he had God's power in him and they also told him that he had authority in that situation.
As born again believers, we can no longer base what we can do on our own abilities, we have the power of the Holy Spirit in us.
We must choose to think and act on a higher level- One that God has placed us on.
In order to operate on that higher level, we must choose to believe what scripture says about us.
A. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
B. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
C. 1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
D. 1Jn 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
Quit thinking and acting like the world, you were created for something much greater.
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
Many people live with the notion that we must live with whatever comes at us. Some call it fate.
God says we can choose!
2. John 10:10 Abundant life.
A. That you might have.
B. Might have means you have a choice.
There are things on this earth that were made for you and things that were not.
Jas 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Making the right choice depends on two things-
A. Your knowledge of the Word.
B. Your willingness to change your thinking.
If you don't know the Word, how can you know what is right and good?
A. Most people can't walk in abundant life (healing, prosperity, favor, etc) because they don't know the Word concerning it.
B. Just because you've always heard it or everyone says it, doesn't make it true.
Changing your thinking from worldly to Godly will start bringing you into the God kind of life.
A. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
B. You must see yourself with God's abundant life and everything that goes with it.
3. Acts 3:1-8 Such as I have.
A. What was Peter thinking?
B. Act 3:6 But Peter said to him, "I have no money at all, but I give you what I have: in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth I order you to get up and walk!" GNB
Peter had been transformed. He no longer thought of himself as just a fisherman.
A. His thoughts told him that he had God's power in him and they also told him that he had authority in that situation.
As born again believers, we can no longer base what we can do on our own abilities, we have the power of the Holy Spirit in us.
We must choose to think and act on a higher level- One that God has placed us on.
In order to operate on that higher level, we must choose to believe what scripture says about us.
A. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
B. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
C. 1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
D. 1Jn 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.
Quit thinking and acting like the world, you were created for something much greater.
Using Faith
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1. Heb 11:1-3 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. (2) For by [faith--trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report. (3) By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned, put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.AMP
A. Faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses.
B. Framed and equipped for their intended purpose by the Word of God.
V. 6- Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
2. 2Corinth 4:13 Spirit of faith.
A. The spirit of faith is believing and speaking.
Our entire Christian life is based on faith.
A. From being born again to receiving the promises of God.
If faith is the basis of our walk with God, I need to know where to get it.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Once we start getting the Word into our Spirit we need to use what we know.
A. The more we use what we know the more spiritually strong we become.
3. Heb 5:12-14 Strong meat.
A. We exercise faith by declaring and standing on what the Word says.
God has given us power through the Spirit to carry out his Word in this earth.
A. Luk 10:19-20 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. (20) Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven. (God is our source)
B. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
Exercising faith will change the way we live our lives!
A. Use faith to put a stop to things that are not supposed to be in our lives.
B. Situations can be altered by using faith.
C. Jesus said nothing was impossible when we use faith.
One of the biggest challenges is for you to get over yourself.
A. No matter how many, how big the miracle, the healing, or changing of circumstances, it was not you. God gets all the glory.
B. God can't get glory if you don't exercise faith.
Remember that when you speak and declare the Word over something, you are not the guarantor of that Word.
A. Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
Use your faith to change your life and glorify God.
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1. Heb 11:1-3 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. (2) For by [faith--trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report. (3) By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned, put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.AMP
A. Faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses.
B. Framed and equipped for their intended purpose by the Word of God.
V. 6- Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
2. 2Corinth 4:13 Spirit of faith.
A. The spirit of faith is believing and speaking.
Our entire Christian life is based on faith.
A. From being born again to receiving the promises of God.
If faith is the basis of our walk with God, I need to know where to get it.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Once we start getting the Word into our Spirit we need to use what we know.
A. The more we use what we know the more spiritually strong we become.
3. Heb 5:12-14 Strong meat.
A. We exercise faith by declaring and standing on what the Word says.
God has given us power through the Spirit to carry out his Word in this earth.
A. Luk 10:19-20 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. (20) Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven. (God is our source)
B. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
Exercising faith will change the way we live our lives!
A. Use faith to put a stop to things that are not supposed to be in our lives.
B. Situations can be altered by using faith.
C. Jesus said nothing was impossible when we use faith.
One of the biggest challenges is for you to get over yourself.
A. No matter how many, how big the miracle, the healing, or changing of circumstances, it was not you. God gets all the glory.
B. God can't get glory if you don't exercise faith.
Remember that when you speak and declare the Word over something, you are not the guarantor of that Word.
A. Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
Use your faith to change your life and glorify God.
More Than Mothers
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1. Pro 31:10-31 Virtuous Woman
A. A woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Most mothers are praised by their children.
A. They talk about how she raised them.
When it comes to ministry, many seem to forget that their mother is a woman.
The woman's position in the church and ministry is a subject of great controversy.
Most of it stems from a couple scriptures in the Bible.
2. 1Corinth 14:34-35 Women keep silent.
A. The same Greek word is used for both woman and wife.
B. 1Co 14:34-35 Wives must not disrupt worship, talking when they should be listening, (35) asking questions that could more appropriately be asked of their husbands at home. God's Book of the law guides our manners and customs here. Wives have no license to use the time of worship for unwarranted speaking.
3. 1Tim 2:11-12 Teach or usurp authority.
A. Woman teach Sunday school.
B. Anyone speaking is under the authority of House.
Do these scriptures mean that God doesn't use women?
A. Judges 4:4 Jdg 4:4 And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time.
B. Luk 2:36-38 And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; (37) And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. (38) And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
C. Act 21:8-9 And the next day we that were of Paul's company departed, and came unto Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him. (9) And the same man had four daughters, virgins, which did prophesy.
D. Rom 16:3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 1Co 16:19 The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house.
The greatest example of God using a woman is found in Luke 1
4. Luke 1:26-38 Mary carried the living Word of God on the inside of her.
A. If God trusted a woman to bring forth the Living Word and care for Him, why would he not trust a woman to bring forth the written Word and care for it?
Mother are not just women who bring forth children.
They are women that can be used mightily of God.
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1. Pro 31:10-31 Virtuous Woman
A. A woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Most mothers are praised by their children.
A. They talk about how she raised them.
When it comes to ministry, many seem to forget that their mother is a woman.
The woman's position in the church and ministry is a subject of great controversy.
Most of it stems from a couple scriptures in the Bible.
2. 1Corinth 14:34-35 Women keep silent.
A. The same Greek word is used for both woman and wife.
B. 1Co 14:34-35 Wives must not disrupt worship, talking when they should be listening, (35) asking questions that could more appropriately be asked of their husbands at home. God's Book of the law guides our manners and customs here. Wives have no license to use the time of worship for unwarranted speaking.
3. 1Tim 2:11-12 Teach or usurp authority.
A. Woman teach Sunday school.
B. Anyone speaking is under the authority of House.
Do these scriptures mean that God doesn't use women?
A. Judges 4:4 Jdg 4:4 And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time.
B. Luk 2:36-38 And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; (37) And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. (38) And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
C. Act 21:8-9 And the next day we that were of Paul's company departed, and came unto Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him. (9) And the same man had four daughters, virgins, which did prophesy.
D. Rom 16:3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: 1Co 16:19 The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house.
The greatest example of God using a woman is found in Luke 1
4. Luke 1:26-38 Mary carried the living Word of God on the inside of her.
A. If God trusted a woman to bring forth the Living Word and care for Him, why would he not trust a woman to bring forth the written Word and care for it?
Mother are not just women who bring forth children.
They are women that can be used mightily of God.
Dealing With Devils
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Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
One of the biggest reasons the church hasn't grown spiritually is a lack of knowledge.
2Ti 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
1. 6:10-12 We westle not against flesh and blood.
Four classes of demons we have to deal with.
They have the same agenda as the devil.
1Pe 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:
Where did they come from? Fallen angels and pre adamic creatures.
Many of them are disembodied spirits.
Mat 12:43-45 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. (44) Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. (45) Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.
Demons don't die-- They just look for another body to possess.
A.These spirits attack us through the mind and body.
B.They cannot possess the spirit of a believer.
How do we deal with these demons?
***First in the mind.
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
*****Second Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
*****Third- Jam 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
*****Lastly - Use the name of Jesus to cast it out.
3. Mark 16:17-18 In my name shall they cast out devils.
We have been given authority over devils. Don't give them any place in your life.
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Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
One of the biggest reasons the church hasn't grown spiritually is a lack of knowledge.
2Ti 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
1. 6:10-12 We westle not against flesh and blood.
Four classes of demons we have to deal with.
They have the same agenda as the devil.
1Pe 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:
Where did they come from? Fallen angels and pre adamic creatures.
Many of them are disembodied spirits.
Mat 12:43-45 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. (44) Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. (45) Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.
Demons don't die-- They just look for another body to possess.
A.These spirits attack us through the mind and body.
B.They cannot possess the spirit of a believer.
How do we deal with these demons?
***First in the mind.
2. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
*****Second Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
*****Third- Jam 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
*****Lastly - Use the name of Jesus to cast it out.
3. Mark 16:17-18 In my name shall they cast out devils.
We have been given authority over devils. Don't give them any place in your life.
The Good Way
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1. Jerem 6:16 The good way
A. Jer 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!' NLT
B. If there is a good there must be a bad way.
C. People want to go their own way and do their own thing.
What if it's the way everyone else is going?
2. Matt 7:13-14 The gates
A. If you follow the crowd you will end up on the wrong road.
B. Mat 7:13-14 "You can enter God's Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. (14) But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it. NLT
In Jeremiah the people flat rejected the right way, but there are those that are just in error because they don't know that they're wrong.
3. Acts 18:24-26 Apollos was bold in what he knew.
A. He only knew repentence from sin.
B. They took him aside and told him the rest of the story. MSG
4. Acts 9:1-6 Saul was on the wrong road.
A. In his heart and mind Saul thought he was right and do the will of God.
B. Once he was enlightened to the truth, he became Paul the Apostle to Christ.
We must make sure we are on the good road-
How can I know if I am walking the good road?
Make sure your believing is lined up with the full Word of God.
A. There are many that are like Apollos, they are just preaching what they know.
B. There are some that refuse the good way because it doesn't line up with their beliefs.
We can't pick and choose what we want to believe in the Bible.
Our beliefs must line up with the whole Word of God. It is the map that will keep us on the "Good Way".
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1. Jerem 6:16 The good way
A. Jer 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!' NLT
B. If there is a good there must be a bad way.
C. People want to go their own way and do their own thing.
What if it's the way everyone else is going?
2. Matt 7:13-14 The gates
A. If you follow the crowd you will end up on the wrong road.
B. Mat 7:13-14 "You can enter God's Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. (14) But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it. NLT
In Jeremiah the people flat rejected the right way, but there are those that are just in error because they don't know that they're wrong.
3. Acts 18:24-26 Apollos was bold in what he knew.
A. He only knew repentence from sin.
B. They took him aside and told him the rest of the story. MSG
4. Acts 9:1-6 Saul was on the wrong road.
A. In his heart and mind Saul thought he was right and do the will of God.
B. Once he was enlightened to the truth, he became Paul the Apostle to Christ.
We must make sure we are on the good road-
How can I know if I am walking the good road?
Make sure your believing is lined up with the full Word of God.
A. There are many that are like Apollos, they are just preaching what they know.
B. There are some that refuse the good way because it doesn't line up with their beliefs.
We can't pick and choose what we want to believe in the Bible.
Our beliefs must line up with the whole Word of God. It is the map that will keep us on the "Good Way".
Knowing and Accepting
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1. 2Pe 1:2-4 May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord. (3) By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know Him, the One who called us to Himself by means of His marvelous glory and excellence. (4) And because of His glory and excellence, He has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share His divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires. NLT
There is a two step process here- Giving and Receiving
A. God has already given.
B. Have we received or are we rejecting the promises?
Accepting the promises enables you to share his divine nature.
People have a hard time accepting who God has called them to be and that is why most are living way below where God wants them to be.
Illust: A bottle of water can be .50 cents at the supermarket. $2 at the gym- $3 dollars at the movies and $6 dollars on a plane. Same water. Only thing that changed its value was the place. So the next time you feel your worth is nothing, maybe you're at the wrong place.
God sees you as priceless- That is why he has placed you in the highest position and given you everything you need to succeed.
It all depends on you willingness to accept what God has already done for you.
There is a difference in knowing and accepting-
2. Acts 26:22-28 Paul preaches to King Agrippa.
A. Agrippa knew, but didn't accept.
B. It's not enough to know about Jesus- You must accept him.
3. Acts 19:1-10 Paul preaches to the disciples at Ephesus.
A. They had no knowledge of the baptism of the Holy Ghost.
B. When they received they did more in 2 years than in the past 12 years.
We get knowledge from the Word- It's important to act on the Word we know.
4. Mar 4:24-25 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. (25) For to him who has will more be given; and from him who has nothing, even what he has will be taken away [by force], AMP
It's time for the Church to know and be everything God says it is
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1. 2Pe 1:2-4 May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord. (3) By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know Him, the One who called us to Himself by means of His marvelous glory and excellence. (4) And because of His glory and excellence, He has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share His divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires. NLT
There is a two step process here- Giving and Receiving
A. God has already given.
B. Have we received or are we rejecting the promises?
Accepting the promises enables you to share his divine nature.
People have a hard time accepting who God has called them to be and that is why most are living way below where God wants them to be.
Illust: A bottle of water can be .50 cents at the supermarket. $2 at the gym- $3 dollars at the movies and $6 dollars on a plane. Same water. Only thing that changed its value was the place. So the next time you feel your worth is nothing, maybe you're at the wrong place.
God sees you as priceless- That is why he has placed you in the highest position and given you everything you need to succeed.
It all depends on you willingness to accept what God has already done for you.
There is a difference in knowing and accepting-
2. Acts 26:22-28 Paul preaches to King Agrippa.
A. Agrippa knew, but didn't accept.
B. It's not enough to know about Jesus- You must accept him.
3. Acts 19:1-10 Paul preaches to the disciples at Ephesus.
A. They had no knowledge of the baptism of the Holy Ghost.
B. When they received they did more in 2 years than in the past 12 years.
We get knowledge from the Word- It's important to act on the Word we know.
4. Mar 4:24-25 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. (25) For to him who has will more be given; and from him who has nothing, even what he has will be taken away [by force], AMP
It's time for the Church to know and be everything God says it is
How to Pray
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1. Luke 11:1-4 Teach us to pray.
A. Prayer is our communication line to God- It is important that we know how.
Jas 5:16 b. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
AMP- The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].
Most people have not been taught how to pray.
A. How we pray is as important as what we pray.
B. Sometimes we don't see results because of the way we pray.
Jesus gave the disciples a pattern of prayer.
A. The pattern changed somewhat through the death, burial, and resurrection.
I. Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
A. Pray to the Father with reverence that he is holy.
a. We pray to him in Jesus' name.
Joh 15:16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.
II. Thy Kingdom come- Thy will be done: As in heaven, so in earth.
A. Our prayers should now be governed according to the established Kingdom of God here on earth.
B. Praying the will is praying the Word.
As New Testament Saints we are to pray in faith.
2. James 1:5-8 Ask in faith.
A. Jas 1:6-7 Ask boldly, believingly, without a second thought. People who "worry their prayers" are like wind-whipped waves. (7) Don't think you're going to get anything from the Master that way, (8) adrift at sea, keeping all your options open.
What does it mean to worry your prayers?
A. To keep on praying without believing it's done.
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
B. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Our God is a faith God and our prayers need to be faith prayers.
3. James 5:14-16 Is any sick
A. The prayer of faith shall save the sick.
B. Continual prayer is thankfulness after you pray.
4. Luke 17:12-19 Ten Lepers.
A. Glorifying God brought him wholeness.
We have to change our prayer from a I know he can, to a I know he will.
A. We know he will because God's Word is God's will.
We will see results when we pray the correct way.
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1. Luke 11:1-4 Teach us to pray.
A. Prayer is our communication line to God- It is important that we know how.
Jas 5:16 b. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
AMP- The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].
Most people have not been taught how to pray.
A. How we pray is as important as what we pray.
B. Sometimes we don't see results because of the way we pray.
Jesus gave the disciples a pattern of prayer.
A. The pattern changed somewhat through the death, burial, and resurrection.
I. Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
A. Pray to the Father with reverence that he is holy.
a. We pray to him in Jesus' name.
Joh 15:16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.
II. Thy Kingdom come- Thy will be done: As in heaven, so in earth.
A. Our prayers should now be governed according to the established Kingdom of God here on earth.
B. Praying the will is praying the Word.
As New Testament Saints we are to pray in faith.
2. James 1:5-8 Ask in faith.
A. Jas 1:6-7 Ask boldly, believingly, without a second thought. People who "worry their prayers" are like wind-whipped waves. (7) Don't think you're going to get anything from the Master that way, (8) adrift at sea, keeping all your options open.
What does it mean to worry your prayers?
A. To keep on praying without believing it's done.
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
B. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Our God is a faith God and our prayers need to be faith prayers.
3. James 5:14-16 Is any sick
A. The prayer of faith shall save the sick.
B. Continual prayer is thankfulness after you pray.
4. Luke 17:12-19 Ten Lepers.
A. Glorifying God brought him wholeness.
We have to change our prayer from a I know he can, to a I know he will.
A. We know he will because God's Word is God's will.
We will see results when we pray the correct way.
Chosen
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1. 1Peter 2:9 You are a chosen generation.
You are a ...........
I. Chosen Generation
1. John 15:16 I have chosen you.
A. God chose us to bear fruit that would have eternal value.
B. Earthly accomplishments will fade away.
C. 2Th 2:13 But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:
II. Royal Priesthood
A. Rev 1:5-6 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, (6) And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
B.Rev 5:10 And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
Every born-again believer has a priesthood.(Ministry)
2. 2Corinth 5:17-20 We are to bring people back to God.
A. Mar 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
III. Holy Nation
3. 1Peter 1:15-16 Be ye holy
A. 1Pe 1:15-16 But as the One Who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all your conduct and manner of living. (16) For it is written, You shall be holy, for I am holy. AMP
B. Heb 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
God has called us to live a consecrated life.
A. He wants us to live a full satisfying life, but he wants that life to be an expression of his goodness and mercy.
B. We can't just live how we want to.
IV. Peculiar People
4. 1Peter 4:1-4 People don't understand us.
A. Even some believers don't understand.
B. Believing the Word instead of the world makes us peculiar to them.
Jesus tells us to not be like the world.
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
I would rather be peculiar and be in the will of God, than be popular in the world and miss heaven.
Why did God choose to make us all these things?
A. That we should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
God chose you to be an example of the believer. Go out and let the world see your light.
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1. 1Peter 2:9 You are a chosen generation.
You are a ...........
I. Chosen Generation
1. John 15:16 I have chosen you.
A. God chose us to bear fruit that would have eternal value.
B. Earthly accomplishments will fade away.
C. 2Th 2:13 But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:
II. Royal Priesthood
A. Rev 1:5-6 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, (6) And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
B.Rev 5:10 And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
Every born-again believer has a priesthood.(Ministry)
2. 2Corinth 5:17-20 We are to bring people back to God.
A. Mar 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
III. Holy Nation
3. 1Peter 1:15-16 Be ye holy
A. 1Pe 1:15-16 But as the One Who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all your conduct and manner of living. (16) For it is written, You shall be holy, for I am holy. AMP
B. Heb 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
God has called us to live a consecrated life.
A. He wants us to live a full satisfying life, but he wants that life to be an expression of his goodness and mercy.
B. We can't just live how we want to.
IV. Peculiar People
4. 1Peter 4:1-4 People don't understand us.
A. Even some believers don't understand.
B. Believing the Word instead of the world makes us peculiar to them.
Jesus tells us to not be like the world.
1Jn 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. (17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
I would rather be peculiar and be in the will of God, than be popular in the world and miss heaven.
Why did God choose to make us all these things?
A. That we should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
God chose you to be an example of the believer. Go out and let the world see your light.
Know the Word
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1. Phil 3:10-11 That I may know him.
A. Php 3:10-11 [For my determined purpose is] that I may know Him [that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing and understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and more clearly], and that I may in that same way come to know the power outflowing from His resurrection [which it exerts over believers], and that I may so share His sufferings as to be continually transformed [in spirit into His likeness even] to His death, [in the hope] (11) That if possible I may attain to the [spiritual and moral] resurrection [that lifts me] out from among the dead [even while in the body].
When we really know God, we can take our rightful place at his side in heavenly places.
A. we have been raised to sit in heavenly places in Christ.
B. Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
There is a difference in knowing Him and knowing about Him.
2. Rom 10:1-3 Paul prayed that Israel would come to know God.
A. They had zeal but no knowledge.
Just because someone says they know, doesn't mean they do.
3. Titus 1:10-16 Actions show more about a person than words.
A. Many people will not let go of their traditions.
B. Profess that they know him, but in works they deny Him.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
4. 1Tim 4:1-2 Some shall depart from the faith.
A. We were saved by the Word and will are kept by the Word.
The Bible is not a bunch of fairy tales. It is God's instruction book to the believer.
When you know the Word, you will truly know God.
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1. Phil 3:10-11 That I may know him.
A. Php 3:10-11 [For my determined purpose is] that I may know Him [that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing and understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and more clearly], and that I may in that same way come to know the power outflowing from His resurrection [which it exerts over believers], and that I may so share His sufferings as to be continually transformed [in spirit into His likeness even] to His death, [in the hope] (11) That if possible I may attain to the [spiritual and moral] resurrection [that lifts me] out from among the dead [even while in the body].
When we really know God, we can take our rightful place at his side in heavenly places.
A. we have been raised to sit in heavenly places in Christ.
B. Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
There is a difference in knowing Him and knowing about Him.
2. Rom 10:1-3 Paul prayed that Israel would come to know God.
A. They had zeal but no knowledge.
Just because someone says they know, doesn't mean they do.
3. Titus 1:10-16 Actions show more about a person than words.
A. Many people will not let go of their traditions.
B. Profess that they know him, but in works they deny Him.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
4. 1Tim 4:1-2 Some shall depart from the faith.
A. We were saved by the Word and will are kept by the Word.
The Bible is not a bunch of fairy tales. It is God's instruction book to the believer.
When you know the Word, you will truly know God.
In and Out
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1. Exodus 32:26 Who is on the Lord's side?
People on the Lord's side believe his Word-
A. They are not looking for something or someone else to follow.
Some folks like to play Hokey Pokey with God-
A. You Put your right foot in- You take your right foot out.
No! When you are on the Lord's side, you are all in.
Illustrate: Nascar Driver that rode the wall.
It is time for the Church to let go of the steering wheel and believe God.
2. 1Corinth 15:57-58 We have the victory through Jesus.
A. I don't care what others are doing-
B. I am on the Lord's side- my work is not in vain- I have the victory!
I have the victory now!
Don't worry about what's going on in the world and how it looks.
A. Elisha to his servant in Dothan-2Ki 6:16 And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them.
Isa 59:19 So shall they fear the name of the LORD from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
Satan is a defeated foe- All those that follow him are on a losing team.
A. Col 2:15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
3. Psalm 20:5-9 We will remember the name.
A. Php 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: (6) Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: (7) But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: (8) And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. (9) Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
4. John 14:13-14 In my name
Whoever is on the Lord's side has been given his name to do the works he said we could do.
Don't be in and out, Get on the Lord's side and stay there.
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1. Exodus 32:26 Who is on the Lord's side?
People on the Lord's side believe his Word-
A. They are not looking for something or someone else to follow.
Some folks like to play Hokey Pokey with God-
A. You Put your right foot in- You take your right foot out.
No! When you are on the Lord's side, you are all in.
Illustrate: Nascar Driver that rode the wall.
It is time for the Church to let go of the steering wheel and believe God.
2. 1Corinth 15:57-58 We have the victory through Jesus.
A. I don't care what others are doing-
B. I am on the Lord's side- my work is not in vain- I have the victory!
I have the victory now!
Don't worry about what's going on in the world and how it looks.
A. Elisha to his servant in Dothan-2Ki 6:16 And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them.
Isa 59:19 So shall they fear the name of the LORD from the west, and his glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
Satan is a defeated foe- All those that follow him are on a losing team.
A. Col 2:15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
3. Psalm 20:5-9 We will remember the name.
A. Php 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: (6) Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: (7) But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: (8) And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. (9) Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
4. John 14:13-14 In my name
Whoever is on the Lord's side has been given his name to do the works he said we could do.
Don't be in and out, Get on the Lord's side and stay there.
The Greatest Week
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1. Eph 4:11-15 Every wind of doctrine.
We must not get caught up in any doctrine that can't be backed by the Bible.
The crucifixion of Jesus is probably one of the most controversial events even today.
A. Tradition says he was crucified on Friday.
Mar 8:31 And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
Mat 27:63 Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again.
Mat 12:40 For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
B. You can't get three days and three nights from Friday to Sunday.
Why Friday? The Sabbath
A. Mar 15:42-43 And now when the even was come, because it was the preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath, (43) Joseph of Arimathaea, an honourable counsellor, which also waited for the kingdom of God, came, and went in boldly unto Pilate, and craved the body of Jesus.
B. The sabbath being spoken of was not Saturday sabbath, but Passover sabbath.
It was most likely Wednesday- The Jewish day starts at 6 PM
A. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday nights- Thursday, Friday, Saturday, days.
B. Jesus arose sometime after 6 PM on Saturday night which would have been the first day of the week.
Why is this so important?
A. 1Pe 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
B. 2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
2. Heb 6:1-2 Let us go on unto perfection
A. Completeness or maturity.
B. Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
We live and operate according to the Word of God
A. We understand who we are in Christ.
B. We understand who we are on this earth (1Jn 4:17 Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world.)
This is the greatest week for a believer, let's make sure we understand and know the truth of what Jesus did for us through his death, burial , and resurrection.
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1. Eph 4:11-15 Every wind of doctrine.
We must not get caught up in any doctrine that can't be backed by the Bible.
The crucifixion of Jesus is probably one of the most controversial events even today.
A. Tradition says he was crucified on Friday.
Mar 8:31 And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
Mat 27:63 Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again.
Mat 12:40 For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
B. You can't get three days and three nights from Friday to Sunday.
Why Friday? The Sabbath
A. Mar 15:42-43 And now when the even was come, because it was the preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath, (43) Joseph of Arimathaea, an honourable counsellor, which also waited for the kingdom of God, came, and went in boldly unto Pilate, and craved the body of Jesus.
B. The sabbath being spoken of was not Saturday sabbath, but Passover sabbath.
It was most likely Wednesday- The Jewish day starts at 6 PM
A. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday nights- Thursday, Friday, Saturday, days.
B. Jesus arose sometime after 6 PM on Saturday night which would have been the first day of the week.
Why is this so important?
A. 1Pe 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
B. 2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
2. Heb 6:1-2 Let us go on unto perfection
A. Completeness or maturity.
B. Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
We live and operate according to the Word of God
A. We understand who we are in Christ.
B. We understand who we are on this earth (1Jn 4:17 Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world.)
This is the greatest week for a believer, let's make sure we understand and know the truth of what Jesus did for us through his death, burial , and resurrection.
Don't Miss It
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1. Matt 21:1-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. John 12:13 they took branches of palm trees.
B. They were all anouncing the arrival of their king.
C. They thought Jesus had come to overthrow their Roman captivity.
When things didn't happen the way the thought they would they turned against Him.
Mar 15:12-15 And Pilate answered and said again unto them, What will ye then that I shall do unto him whom ye call the King of the Jews? (13) And they cried out again, Crucify him. (14) Then Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? And they cried out the more exceedingly, Crucify him. (15) And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified.
Many that had ushered Him in to Jerusalem were now shouting crucify Him.
Jesus had not come to free them from Roman occupation, he had come to free them from the law of sin and death.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. Mar 10:45 For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.
Jesus came into this world to give his life as a sacrifice for the sins of ever person in the world.
A. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Jesus paid the price so that all we had to do is believe on Him and have eternal life in heaven.
A. Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Even though Jesus paid a hard price, he made it easy to receive salvation.
A. Many of the Jews missed it because they wouldn't believe on Jesus.
2. 2Kings 5:10-15 Naaman almost missed his healing because it was too easy.
Don't miss out on heaven because it seems too easy to be true.
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1. Matt 21:1-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. John 12:13 they took branches of palm trees.
B. They were all anouncing the arrival of their king.
C. They thought Jesus had come to overthrow their Roman captivity.
When things didn't happen the way the thought they would they turned against Him.
Mar 15:12-15 And Pilate answered and said again unto them, What will ye then that I shall do unto him whom ye call the King of the Jews? (13) And they cried out again, Crucify him. (14) Then Pilate said unto them, Why, what evil hath he done? And they cried out the more exceedingly, Crucify him. (15) And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified.
Many that had ushered Him in to Jerusalem were now shouting crucify Him.
Jesus had not come to free them from Roman occupation, he had come to free them from the law of sin and death.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. Mar 10:45 For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.
Jesus came into this world to give his life as a sacrifice for the sins of ever person in the world.
A. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Jesus paid the price so that all we had to do is believe on Him and have eternal life in heaven.
A. Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Even though Jesus paid a hard price, he made it easy to receive salvation.
A. Many of the Jews missed it because they wouldn't believe on Jesus.
2. 2Kings 5:10-15 Naaman almost missed his healing because it was too easy.
Don't miss out on heaven because it seems too easy to be true.
Fully Committed
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1. Judges 7:1-8 Gideon's three hundred.
A. 22,000 of the 32,000 were afraid and left.
B. Only 300 were so committed that kept watch even while they were drinking.
C. The 22,000 were not the only ones that were afraid-
D. V. 9-11 Gideon was also afraid but he did not let his fear keep him from doing what God wanted him to do.
What does it mean to be fully committed to the Lord?
It means I'm going to stay with Him no matter what the circumstances are.
2. 2Kings 2:1-15 Elijah is taken from Elisha
A. Elisha was committed to Elijah and refused to leave.
B Elisha was committed because he desired a double portion of God's Spirit.
C. The sons of the prophets seemed to think they were more spiritual than Elisha.
Elisha never attended the school of the prophets.
A. He was trained under Elijah to know God, not to just know about about God.
We know about God, but are we committed enough to really know God.
Committing ourselves to know God is not easy it requires our obedience even when it's not comfortable.
A. Elijah was probably wasn't the most comfortable man to wait on.
Even Jesus had followers that would not stay committed to him.
3. John 6:54-69 To whom shall we go?
A. When it got hard for them to understand, many went back and walked no more with him.
Commitment is one of the hardest things for many believers.
A. They want to walk with Jesus, but there are too many distractions.
B. The world is offering a playground that is hard to resist.
C. Why and how did so many things come into existence to pull our attention away from God?
2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; ....
When we make the decision to be fully committed to God, we will find ourselves knowing Him better than we ever have.
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1. Judges 7:1-8 Gideon's three hundred.
A. 22,000 of the 32,000 were afraid and left.
B. Only 300 were so committed that kept watch even while they were drinking.
C. The 22,000 were not the only ones that were afraid-
D. V. 9-11 Gideon was also afraid but he did not let his fear keep him from doing what God wanted him to do.
What does it mean to be fully committed to the Lord?
It means I'm going to stay with Him no matter what the circumstances are.
2. 2Kings 2:1-15 Elijah is taken from Elisha
A. Elisha was committed to Elijah and refused to leave.
B Elisha was committed because he desired a double portion of God's Spirit.
C. The sons of the prophets seemed to think they were more spiritual than Elisha.
Elisha never attended the school of the prophets.
A. He was trained under Elijah to know God, not to just know about about God.
We know about God, but are we committed enough to really know God.
Committing ourselves to know God is not easy it requires our obedience even when it's not comfortable.
A. Elijah was probably wasn't the most comfortable man to wait on.
Even Jesus had followers that would not stay committed to him.
3. John 6:54-69 To whom shall we go?
A. When it got hard for them to understand, many went back and walked no more with him.
Commitment is one of the hardest things for many believers.
A. They want to walk with Jesus, but there are too many distractions.
B. The world is offering a playground that is hard to resist.
C. Why and how did so many things come into existence to pull our attention away from God?
2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; ....
When we make the decision to be fully committed to God, we will find ourselves knowing Him better than we ever have.
Follow Truth
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1. John 18:37-38 What is truth?
1. Conformity to fact or reality; exact accordance with that which is, or has been, or shall be.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
So we could say that Truth is conformity to God's Word.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
What do we know about the Word that sets us free?
A. It is forever:
Psa 119:89 Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
God's word is still God's word-- The only thing that has changed is man's willingness to conform to it.
When God allowed John to pen the words of 3rd John 2, it was forever settled.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Jesus had already paved the way the salvation of our souls. Romans 10:9-10
He had already purchased our healing:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
He had already made the way for us to be prosperous.
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
What do we know about the Word that sets us free?
B. It shall come to pass.
Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
A. Mar 16:20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Rom 4:20-21 He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; (21) And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Many are running here and there looking for next big move.
Just stay with the Word and we will see it all come to pass.
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1. John 18:37-38 What is truth?
1. Conformity to fact or reality; exact accordance with that which is, or has been, or shall be.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
So we could say that Truth is conformity to God's Word.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
What do we know about the Word that sets us free?
A. It is forever:
Psa 119:89 Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
God's word is still God's word-- The only thing that has changed is man's willingness to conform to it.
When God allowed John to pen the words of 3rd John 2, it was forever settled.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Jesus had already paved the way the salvation of our souls. Romans 10:9-10
He had already purchased our healing:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
He had already made the way for us to be prosperous.
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
What do we know about the Word that sets us free?
B. It shall come to pass.
Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
A. Mar 16:20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Rom 4:20-21 He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; (21) And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Many are running here and there looking for next big move.
Just stay with the Word and we will see it all come to pass.
Who We Are
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1. 1Corinth 15:9-10 It's not us, but God in us.
You can't gauge yourself by what others think about you.
2. Matt 13:54-58 The people didn't receive Jesus.
Your status is based upon your position in Christ.
3. 1John 2:26-29 We have an anointing.
We have right standing before God because we have accepted Jesus as our savior.
We are heirs and joint heirs with Him.
According to Ephesians 1&2 we have been positioned with Christ far above.......
God gave us this position and anointing for a reason.
4. Matt 10:7-14 Preach, heal, etc.
Remember, it's not you, but God in you!
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1. 1Corinth 15:9-10 It's not us, but God in us.
You can't gauge yourself by what others think about you.
2. Matt 13:54-58 The people didn't receive Jesus.
Your status is based upon your position in Christ.
3. 1John 2:26-29 We have an anointing.
We have right standing before God because we have accepted Jesus as our savior.
We are heirs and joint heirs with Him.
According to Ephesians 1&2 we have been positioned with Christ far above.......
God gave us this position and anointing for a reason.
4. Matt 10:7-14 Preach, heal, etc.
Remember, it's not you, but God in you!
Believe the Truth
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1. Romans 10:8-21 The Word has been declared.
We are being bombarded by all kinds of information- We must be able to sift through all the garbage and understand the truth.
2. Acts 2:1-18 There were two versions of what was happening.
The world and even religious people have their version, but only the true Word of God will stand.
Jesus prayed: Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
All over the world God's Spirit is moving on his people.
A. Just like I must receive salvation, I must receive the Spirit of God moving in and through me.
I'm worried I might get caught up in something that is not God!
3. Acts 5:20-39 It will come to naught.
A. If it is God, you cannot overthrow it.
I don't want religion- I want true worship in Spirit and truth.
4. John 4:19-24 The hour cometh and now is.
5. Romans 14:17 The Kingdom of God is not rituals.
A. Jer 24:7 And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the LORD: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God: for they shall return unto me with their whole heart.
NGC 3-12-23
1. Romans 10:8-21 The Word has been declared.
We are being bombarded by all kinds of information- We must be able to sift through all the garbage and understand the truth.
2. Acts 2:1-18 There were two versions of what was happening.
The world and even religious people have their version, but only the true Word of God will stand.
Jesus prayed: Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
All over the world God's Spirit is moving on his people.
A. Just like I must receive salvation, I must receive the Spirit of God moving in and through me.
I'm worried I might get caught up in something that is not God!
3. Acts 5:20-39 It will come to naught.
A. If it is God, you cannot overthrow it.
I don't want religion- I want true worship in Spirit and truth.
4. John 4:19-24 The hour cometh and now is.
5. Romans 14:17 The Kingdom of God is not rituals.
A. Jer 24:7 And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the LORD: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God: for they shall return unto me with their whole heart.
Get In
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1. John 5:2-9 The man made excuses for why he couldn't get in.
A. We make excuses for not getting into the service.
Ecc 10:10 If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom is profitable to direct.
We must put forth the effort to become sharp.
We sharpen our spirit by praying in the Holy Ghost.
2. Jude 1:20-21 Keep yourselves in the love of God.
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
Nehemiah 8:10 The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
If the joy of the Lord is my strength, then I better find out how to get some of it.
3. Pro 15:23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!
Pro 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Psa 35:27-28 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant. (28) And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.
What if I don't feel like shouting?
4. Psalm 27:4-6 Sacrifices of joy.
Paul had reason to be angry- He turned it around.
Act 26:2 I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall answer for myself this day before thee touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews:
Jericho did not fall because the priests marched around the city- Nor because the spirit of God was there- not because of the music- It fell when the people shouted.
Some of you need to shout down some strongholds in your life.
NGC 3-7-23
1. John 5:2-9 The man made excuses for why he couldn't get in.
A. We make excuses for not getting into the service.
Ecc 10:10 If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom is profitable to direct.
We must put forth the effort to become sharp.
We sharpen our spirit by praying in the Holy Ghost.
2. Jude 1:20-21 Keep yourselves in the love of God.
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
Nehemiah 8:10 The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
If the joy of the Lord is my strength, then I better find out how to get some of it.
3. Pro 15:23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!
Pro 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Psa 35:27-28 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant. (28) And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.
What if I don't feel like shouting?
4. Psalm 27:4-6 Sacrifices of joy.
Paul had reason to be angry- He turned it around.
Act 26:2 I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall answer for myself this day before thee touching all the things whereof I am accused of the Jews:
Jericho did not fall because the priests marched around the city- Nor because the spirit of God was there- not because of the music- It fell when the people shouted.
Some of you need to shout down some strongholds in your life.
It's Right Here
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1. John 6:53-69 To whom shall we go?
2. John 21:1-6 I go a fishing.
A. Jesus appeared to the disciples twice after his resurrection.
B. Peter went back to work.
C. Jesus appeared on the shore and proved he was Lord even at their work.
We have to be careful that even after we have been in the presence of Jesus, we don't just allow ourselves to go back to business as usual.
A. It is up to us to keep ourselves stirred up.
B. It was up to the priests to keep oil in the candlestick in presence of the Ark.
Don't allow the attractions and distractions of the world to take your attention away from what God is doing in you.
2Ti 4:9-10 Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me: (10) For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.
We must remind ourselves that there is nothing in this world that is better than anything we receive from God.
3. 1Peter 2:9-12 Chosen generation
A. Shew for praises.
a. Showing forth praise means I'm doing it in front of people.
B. Abstain from fleshly lusts-
a. That war against your mind will and emotions.
C. Conversation honest among the Gentiles.
a. Live a holy lifestyle.- Let others see what you say you have.
What we have been believing for is here- Don't allow anything to keep you from being right in the middle of it.
NGC 3-5-23
1. John 6:53-69 To whom shall we go?
2. John 21:1-6 I go a fishing.
A. Jesus appeared to the disciples twice after his resurrection.
B. Peter went back to work.
C. Jesus appeared on the shore and proved he was Lord even at their work.
We have to be careful that even after we have been in the presence of Jesus, we don't just allow ourselves to go back to business as usual.
A. It is up to us to keep ourselves stirred up.
B. It was up to the priests to keep oil in the candlestick in presence of the Ark.
Don't allow the attractions and distractions of the world to take your attention away from what God is doing in you.
2Ti 4:9-10 Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me: (10) For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.
We must remind ourselves that there is nothing in this world that is better than anything we receive from God.
3. 1Peter 2:9-12 Chosen generation
A. Shew for praises.
a. Showing forth praise means I'm doing it in front of people.
B. Abstain from fleshly lusts-
a. That war against your mind will and emotions.
C. Conversation honest among the Gentiles.
a. Live a holy lifestyle.- Let others see what you say you have.
What we have been believing for is here- Don't allow anything to keep you from being right in the middle of it.
Waiting
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1. 2Chronicles 7:14-16 If my people.
Remember that only 120 were still in the upper room praying when the Holy Spirit showed up.
Praying and waiting is hard for us- We get uncomfortable because it doesn't seem like anything is happening.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Don't lose focus and miss what God's doing.
2. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
3. Gal 6:9 Be not weary.
Impatience will cause you to try to force something.
4. Exodus 32:1-35 The molten calf.
We want the true and Living God.
5. Joshua 3:1-5 When You see the Ark
A. Keep the Ark in front of you
B. Sanctify yourselves. (AMP- that is, separate yourselves for a special holy purpose],
C. The Lord will do wonders.
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1. 2Chronicles 7:14-16 If my people.
Remember that only 120 were still in the upper room praying when the Holy Spirit showed up.
Praying and waiting is hard for us- We get uncomfortable because it doesn't seem like anything is happening.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Don't lose focus and miss what God's doing.
2. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
3. Gal 6:9 Be not weary.
Impatience will cause you to try to force something.
4. Exodus 32:1-35 The molten calf.
We want the true and Living God.
5. Joshua 3:1-5 When You see the Ark
A. Keep the Ark in front of you
B. Sanctify yourselves. (AMP- that is, separate yourselves for a special holy purpose],
C. The Lord will do wonders.
Set the Atmosphere
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1. Luke 18:18-23 Rich young ruler.
A. He said he was doing everything he was suppose to.
B. He had something that he deemed more valuable than God.
It seems that in the times we are living in, both the unsaved and Christians have things they deem more important than God.
For the unsaved, contrary to what some believe, its fairly simple- Believe in the death, burial, and the resurrection of Jesus and make him your Lord.
For the Church things are a little more difficult.
A. Many are like the rich young ruler.
B. We don't see our own shortcomings or refuse to admit them.
Paul wrote to the Corinthians two times about examining themselves.
A. 1Co 11:28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.
B. 2Co 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
"Pastor Mike, I feel like I'm doing pretty good"- Praise God!
2. Luke 14:16-24 They made excuse.
A. While we are feeling all good about ourselves, how many of us have made excuse to not come and eat from the master's table.
Everyone is talking about the move of God going on at Asbury! Thank God!
A. I can't help but wonder how many of the thousands showing up there are faithful enough at their own church to see a move come there.
B. Some that are going don't even believe in what's going on there- I pray God gets hold of them.
My point is what would happen at their church/our church if they didn't make excuses and came and sought the face of God?
3. Psalm 34:3-8 I sought the Lord.
A. Psa 119:2 Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart.
B. Psa 111:1 Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.
C. Psa 9:1-2 <To the chief Musician upon Muthlabben, A Psalm of David.> I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works. (2) I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High.
God is not God at our convience- He is God 24/7 - 365.
A. Psa 17:3 Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visited me in the night; thou hast tried me, and shalt find nothing; I am purposed that my mouth shall not transgress.
B. Psa 42:7-8 Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of thy waterspouts: all thy waves and thy billows are gone over me. (8) Yet the LORD will command his lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night his song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life.
C. Psa 77:6 I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search.
We need the presence of God in our lives at all times.
A. We keep his presence by living a repentive, holy lifestyle that puts him first.
4. Isaiah 6:1-7 Isaiah repents
A. He recognized his condition in the presence of the Lord.
5. 2Chronicles 5:11-14 The dedication of the temple.
A. The priests were cleansed.
B. The musicians and singers were one making one sound.
C. The glory fell.
Let's set the atmosphere in our lives and in our church for God to fill it with his glory.
NGC 2-19-23
1. Luke 18:18-23 Rich young ruler.
A. He said he was doing everything he was suppose to.
B. He had something that he deemed more valuable than God.
It seems that in the times we are living in, both the unsaved and Christians have things they deem more important than God.
For the unsaved, contrary to what some believe, its fairly simple- Believe in the death, burial, and the resurrection of Jesus and make him your Lord.
For the Church things are a little more difficult.
A. Many are like the rich young ruler.
B. We don't see our own shortcomings or refuse to admit them.
Paul wrote to the Corinthians two times about examining themselves.
A. 1Co 11:28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.
B. 2Co 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
"Pastor Mike, I feel like I'm doing pretty good"- Praise God!
2. Luke 14:16-24 They made excuse.
A. While we are feeling all good about ourselves, how many of us have made excuse to not come and eat from the master's table.
Everyone is talking about the move of God going on at Asbury! Thank God!
A. I can't help but wonder how many of the thousands showing up there are faithful enough at their own church to see a move come there.
B. Some that are going don't even believe in what's going on there- I pray God gets hold of them.
My point is what would happen at their church/our church if they didn't make excuses and came and sought the face of God?
3. Psalm 34:3-8 I sought the Lord.
A. Psa 119:2 Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart.
B. Psa 111:1 Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.
C. Psa 9:1-2 <To the chief Musician upon Muthlabben, A Psalm of David.> I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works. (2) I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High.
God is not God at our convience- He is God 24/7 - 365.
A. Psa 17:3 Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visited me in the night; thou hast tried me, and shalt find nothing; I am purposed that my mouth shall not transgress.
B. Psa 42:7-8 Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of thy waterspouts: all thy waves and thy billows are gone over me. (8) Yet the LORD will command his lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night his song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life.
C. Psa 77:6 I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search.
We need the presence of God in our lives at all times.
A. We keep his presence by living a repentive, holy lifestyle that puts him first.
4. Isaiah 6:1-7 Isaiah repents
A. He recognized his condition in the presence of the Lord.
5. 2Chronicles 5:11-14 The dedication of the temple.
A. The priests were cleansed.
B. The musicians and singers were one making one sound.
C. The glory fell.
Let's set the atmosphere in our lives and in our church for God to fill it with his glory.
Drink Up
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We live in a fast food society.
Man can go without food for around 8 weeks.
Man can live only 3-5 days without water. Why? Body is 60-70% water.
The real you is 100% spirit.
1. Matt 5:6 We have to hunger and thirst to be full of God.
A. We must redirect our appetite.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink.
Why are we pushing so hard? Why can't we be like other church people?
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
I don't want us to just exist, I want us to LIVE!
2. John 4:13-14 I don't want to thirst after the world's water.
I want a well that I can draw from when problems come.
3. Romans 8:26-27 The Spirit helpeth our infirmities.
4. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
Wait!!!! You can't put new wine in old bottles.
Luk 5:37-38 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. (38) But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.
Let's make a renewed commitment to God, then we can drink all we want.
NGC 2-15-23
We live in a fast food society.
Man can go without food for around 8 weeks.
Man can live only 3-5 days without water. Why? Body is 60-70% water.
The real you is 100% spirit.
1. Matt 5:6 We have to hunger and thirst to be full of God.
A. We must redirect our appetite.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink.
Why are we pushing so hard? Why can't we be like other church people?
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
I don't want us to just exist, I want us to LIVE!
2. John 4:13-14 I don't want to thirst after the world's water.
I want a well that I can draw from when problems come.
3. Romans 8:26-27 The Spirit helpeth our infirmities.
4. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
Wait!!!! You can't put new wine in old bottles.
Luk 5:37-38 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. (38) But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.
Let's make a renewed commitment to God, then we can drink all we want.
Stay on Track
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1. Joshua 1:7-8 This book shall not depart out of they mouth.
A. Thou shalt make thy way prosperous.
The Word of God is our guide/map/gps to keep us on the right track.
God has a plan for our lives.
Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
In order for God's plan to come to pass in our lives, we must stay on track.
A. The destination doesn't change, but we determine how and if we get there.
2. Numbers 13- The Land that flowed with milk and honey.
A. It was an 11 day journey-
B. They wandered in the wilderness 40 years.
C. The land was still there waiting on those who did not provoke. (Under 20)
God is not affected when we get off track- Neither is his plan-
A. We Are!
3. Jonah 1:1 God told Jonah to cry against Nineveh
A. Jonah got on a ship going the wrong way.
B. When Jonah repented the fish vomited him up on track.
4. All 4 Gospels- Peter denies Jesus
A. He even changes his speach- Curses
B. He went out and wept bitterly
C. Luk 22:31-32 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: (32) But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.
5. Acts 27:24-26 Paul is unwilling taken off track.
A. He was shipwrecked on an island- Bitten by a snake
B. After three months they were back on track.
Everything God has told us we can have or do is still waiting on us-
Stay on track watch it come to pass.
Heb 10:35-37 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. (37) For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.
NGC 2-12-23
1. Joshua 1:7-8 This book shall not depart out of they mouth.
A. Thou shalt make thy way prosperous.
The Word of God is our guide/map/gps to keep us on the right track.
God has a plan for our lives.
Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
In order for God's plan to come to pass in our lives, we must stay on track.
A. The destination doesn't change, but we determine how and if we get there.
2. Numbers 13- The Land that flowed with milk and honey.
A. It was an 11 day journey-
B. They wandered in the wilderness 40 years.
C. The land was still there waiting on those who did not provoke. (Under 20)
God is not affected when we get off track- Neither is his plan-
A. We Are!
3. Jonah 1:1 God told Jonah to cry against Nineveh
A. Jonah got on a ship going the wrong way.
B. When Jonah repented the fish vomited him up on track.
4. All 4 Gospels- Peter denies Jesus
A. He even changes his speach- Curses
B. He went out and wept bitterly
C. Luk 22:31-32 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: (32) But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.
5. Acts 27:24-26 Paul is unwilling taken off track.
A. He was shipwrecked on an island- Bitten by a snake
B. After three months they were back on track.
Everything God has told us we can have or do is still waiting on us-
Stay on track watch it come to pass.
Heb 10:35-37 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. (37) For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.
Under Contract
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1. Luke 4:1-4 By every Word of God.
A. The Word of God is our guideline to live by.
B. Heb 8:6 But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
A Covenant is a contract.
The Word of God is the blueprint or plan for the Christian life.
A. We must stick to the plan.
B. Our ideas will not circumvent the plan.
C. Illustration: Building inspectors.
2. 1Chron 13:1-14;15:1-28 David brings the Ark to Jerusalem.
A. Uzza dies because they didn't do it in due order.
3. Acts 19:11-16 The sons of Sceva
A. They tried to do it their way.
Our contract or covenant is a grace through faith covenant.
A. Eph 2:8-10 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: (9) Not of works, lest any man should boast. (10) For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
B. We don't have to jump through a lot of religious hoops.
C. We simply believe and do what the Word of God says by faith.
4. 1John 5:1-5 Faith is our victory
The biggest struggle we have in the world, is when we try doing things on our own instead of trusting the Word of God.
We don't have to make a way for ourselves- God has done it for us
5. John 3:16-19 Whosoever
A. Come out of the dark and into the light.
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1. Luke 4:1-4 By every Word of God.
A. The Word of God is our guideline to live by.
B. Heb 8:6 But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
A Covenant is a contract.
The Word of God is the blueprint or plan for the Christian life.
A. We must stick to the plan.
B. Our ideas will not circumvent the plan.
C. Illustration: Building inspectors.
2. 1Chron 13:1-14;15:1-28 David brings the Ark to Jerusalem.
A. Uzza dies because they didn't do it in due order.
3. Acts 19:11-16 The sons of Sceva
A. They tried to do it their way.
Our contract or covenant is a grace through faith covenant.
A. Eph 2:8-10 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: (9) Not of works, lest any man should boast. (10) For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
B. We don't have to jump through a lot of religious hoops.
C. We simply believe and do what the Word of God says by faith.
4. 1John 5:1-5 Faith is our victory
The biggest struggle we have in the world, is when we try doing things on our own instead of trusting the Word of God.
We don't have to make a way for ourselves- God has done it for us
5. John 3:16-19 Whosoever
A. Come out of the dark and into the light.
The Process of Maturity
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1. Phillip 3:13-15 Keep pressing.
A. We haven't reached our full potential yet.
B. Mature Christians realize they must set their mind to keep pushing.
Becoming a mature Christian is a process.
2. Romans 12:1-2 Be transformed by renewing your mind.
A. Paul deals with the body and the mind.
B. Both your body and your mind must be conditioned by the Word.
3. Luke 5:37-38 New wine- New bottles
A. Old bottles must be reconditioned to receive new wine.
B. Reconditioning is a process.
4. 2Corinth 3:17-18 Changed from glory to glory.
A. And so we are transfigured much like the Messiah, our lives gradually becoming brighter and more beautiful as God enters our lives and we become like him. MSG
5. Eph 4:11-16 Perfecting of the saints
A. We need to grow up and quit acting like children.
B. The Church is acting like the world, people don't want to grow up.
Maturity- A young man or woman who has arrived to the age when they are supposed to be competent to manage their own concerns.
There is a process- We should enjoy the journey-
It's time for the next generations to grow up and move into their God given authority as mature leaders in the Kingdom.
NGC 2-1-23
1. Phillip 3:13-15 Keep pressing.
A. We haven't reached our full potential yet.
B. Mature Christians realize they must set their mind to keep pushing.
Becoming a mature Christian is a process.
2. Romans 12:1-2 Be transformed by renewing your mind.
A. Paul deals with the body and the mind.
B. Both your body and your mind must be conditioned by the Word.
3. Luke 5:37-38 New wine- New bottles
A. Old bottles must be reconditioned to receive new wine.
B. Reconditioning is a process.
4. 2Corinth 3:17-18 Changed from glory to glory.
A. And so we are transfigured much like the Messiah, our lives gradually becoming brighter and more beautiful as God enters our lives and we become like him. MSG
5. Eph 4:11-16 Perfecting of the saints
A. We need to grow up and quit acting like children.
B. The Church is acting like the world, people don't want to grow up.
Maturity- A young man or woman who has arrived to the age when they are supposed to be competent to manage their own concerns.
There is a process- We should enjoy the journey-
It's time for the next generations to grow up and move into their God given authority as mature leaders in the Kingdom.
Running to Win
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1. Philip 3:1-14 I press toward the mark.
A. Paul considered all of his accomplishments outside of Christ as dung.
B. Our goal should be to totally focus on Kingdom living versus worldly living.
C. 2Ti 2:4 No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.
D. 2Ti 2:4 No soldier when in service gets entangled in the enterprises of [civilian] life; his aim is to satisfy and please the one who enlisted him. AMP
Most of us start out right when we get born-again, but we have to be careful not to get caught up in other things that take us away from following after Jesus.
Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
2. 1Corinth 9:24 Paul compares our walk with God to a race.
A. 1Co 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but [only] one receives the prize? So run [your race] that you may lay hold [of the prize] and make it yours.
B. Your Race- Paul makes it personal.
C. Your race is not against people- It's against all the runners the enemy has that are trying to take you out of the race.
D. Don't just run- Run to Win!
The devil doesn't have to win to beat you- He just has to get you to quit.
3. Gal 5:1-9 A little leaven
A. Who hindered you from following the truth?
B. This persuasion did not come from God.
C. Gal 5:7-9 You were running the race nobly. Who has interfered in (hindered and stopped you from) your heeding and following the Truth? (8) This [evil] persuasion is not from Him Who called you [Who invited you to freedom in Christ]. (9) A little leaven (a slight inclination to error, or a few false teachers) leavens the whole lump [it perverts the whole conception of faith or misleads the whole church].AMP
The devil did not have to fight God or Adam and Eve in order to take away their right to rule and reign on earth.
A. He just had to get them to doubt the truth of God's Words.
4. Matt 13:24-30; 36-43 The tares and wheat
A. Truth: Jesus is coming to gather his children.
B. Those that are not his children will perish in everlasting torment.
When Jesus comes, will he find you running to win?
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1. Philip 3:1-14 I press toward the mark.
A. Paul considered all of his accomplishments outside of Christ as dung.
B. Our goal should be to totally focus on Kingdom living versus worldly living.
C. 2Ti 2:4 No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.
D. 2Ti 2:4 No soldier when in service gets entangled in the enterprises of [civilian] life; his aim is to satisfy and please the one who enlisted him. AMP
Most of us start out right when we get born-again, but we have to be careful not to get caught up in other things that take us away from following after Jesus.
Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
2. 1Corinth 9:24 Paul compares our walk with God to a race.
A. 1Co 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but [only] one receives the prize? So run [your race] that you may lay hold [of the prize] and make it yours.
B. Your Race- Paul makes it personal.
C. Your race is not against people- It's against all the runners the enemy has that are trying to take you out of the race.
D. Don't just run- Run to Win!
The devil doesn't have to win to beat you- He just has to get you to quit.
3. Gal 5:1-9 A little leaven
A. Who hindered you from following the truth?
B. This persuasion did not come from God.
C. Gal 5:7-9 You were running the race nobly. Who has interfered in (hindered and stopped you from) your heeding and following the Truth? (8) This [evil] persuasion is not from Him Who called you [Who invited you to freedom in Christ]. (9) A little leaven (a slight inclination to error, or a few false teachers) leavens the whole lump [it perverts the whole conception of faith or misleads the whole church].AMP
The devil did not have to fight God or Adam and Eve in order to take away their right to rule and reign on earth.
A. He just had to get them to doubt the truth of God's Words.
4. Matt 13:24-30; 36-43 The tares and wheat
A. Truth: Jesus is coming to gather his children.
B. Those that are not his children will perish in everlasting torment.
When Jesus comes, will he find you running to win?
Our Victory
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 We have the victory
A. 1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, Who gives us the victory [making us conquerors] through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be firm (steadfast), immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord [always being superior, excelling, doing more than enough in the service of the Lord], knowing and being continually aware that your labor in the Lord is not futile [it is never wasted or to no purpose]. AMP
2. 2Kings 6:8-18 Sometimes we must look past the trouble to see our victory.
Your promise may be occupied with trouble.
Sometimes you just have to take a stand against the enemy.
2Chron 20- Jehoshasphat's army faced Ammonites and Moabites
Numbers 13- God had already given them the land.
3. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore
4. Josh 14:6-14 Sometimes you have to fight for your victory. Caleb.
A. 2Sam 23:11-12 Shammah defended the field of lentiles.
5. Heb 10:35-39 Sometimes we have to be patient.
A.2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. Exodus 14- Moses told the people to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord.
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1. 1Corinth 15:57-58 We have the victory
A. 1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, Who gives us the victory [making us conquerors] through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be firm (steadfast), immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord [always being superior, excelling, doing more than enough in the service of the Lord], knowing and being continually aware that your labor in the Lord is not futile [it is never wasted or to no purpose]. AMP
2. 2Kings 6:8-18 Sometimes we must look past the trouble to see our victory.
Your promise may be occupied with trouble.
Sometimes you just have to take a stand against the enemy.
2Chron 20- Jehoshasphat's army faced Ammonites and Moabites
Numbers 13- God had already given them the land.
3. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore
4. Josh 14:6-14 Sometimes you have to fight for your victory. Caleb.
A. 2Sam 23:11-12 Shammah defended the field of lentiles.
5. Heb 10:35-39 Sometimes we have to be patient.
A.2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. Exodus 14- Moses told the people to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord.
The Kingdom of Light
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1. John 1:1-5 In Him was life.
A. Joh 1:5 The Life-Light blazed out of the darkness; the darkness couldn't put it out.
B. Jesus brought life light to this world to destroy the dark life the enemy has caused us to live in.
1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
Satan tricked man into relinquishing his God given authority to rule, reign, and live life to its fullest upon the earth.
A. Jesus came to restore us back to our original state.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
A. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
God has always wanted mankind to have and enjoy life.
2. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
A. He is thy life and the length of thy days.
The way we choose life today is by choosing to accept Jesus as our Savior and follow His Word.
A.1Jn 5:12 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.
3. Proverbs 4:10-22 Health to all their flesh.
A. The path of the just is as a shining light.
B. The path of the wicked is as darkness.
C. His words are life and health.
Health and prosperity our components in living an abundant life.
Just like we must choose to accept Jesus as our Savior, we must also choose to accept the life he offers.
4. Romans 6:3-4 Walk in newness of life.
I choose to walk in the life God has planned for me, not the life the world has planned for me.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I will bless you with a future filled with hope--a future of success, not of suffering. CEV
5. Psalm 37:22-26 Steps of a good man
A. His seed is blessed.
Blessed with eternal life- Blessed with life now- Blessed with healing- Blessed with prosperity.
I have it all in abundance because I choose to walk in the Kingdom of light.
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1. John 1:1-5 In Him was life.
A. Joh 1:5 The Life-Light blazed out of the darkness; the darkness couldn't put it out.
B. Jesus brought life light to this world to destroy the dark life the enemy has caused us to live in.
1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
Satan tricked man into relinquishing his God given authority to rule, reign, and live life to its fullest upon the earth.
A. Jesus came to restore us back to our original state.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
A. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
God has always wanted mankind to have and enjoy life.
2. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
A. He is thy life and the length of thy days.
The way we choose life today is by choosing to accept Jesus as our Savior and follow His Word.
A.1Jn 5:12 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.
3. Proverbs 4:10-22 Health to all their flesh.
A. The path of the just is as a shining light.
B. The path of the wicked is as darkness.
C. His words are life and health.
Health and prosperity our components in living an abundant life.
Just like we must choose to accept Jesus as our Savior, we must also choose to accept the life he offers.
4. Romans 6:3-4 Walk in newness of life.
I choose to walk in the life God has planned for me, not the life the world has planned for me.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I will bless you with a future filled with hope--a future of success, not of suffering. CEV
5. Psalm 37:22-26 Steps of a good man
A. His seed is blessed.
Blessed with eternal life- Blessed with life now- Blessed with healing- Blessed with prosperity.
I have it all in abundance because I choose to walk in the Kingdom of light.
Servants
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1. Romans 4:16-25 Fully persuaded.
A. Abraham had to battle his thoughts.
B. God reminded him 9 times about the promise.
C. In the end Abraham got it.
In the world, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
In the Word, if it says it, it's true.
We have to differentiate between the world and the Word.
2. 1John 2:15-17 All that is in the world
A. He that doeth the will of God.
B. The Word of God is the will of God.
C. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Num 23:19 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
Tit 1:2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;
3. Psalm 119:89-91 Forever settled.
A. Faithfulness to all generations.
B. Established the earth and it abideth.
C. His ordinances are his servants.
D. Psa 119:91 All things remain to this day because of your command, because they are all your servants. GNB
All things work according to the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
4. Luke 17:5-10 Faith is our servant.
A. Faith is our servant when we command it according to the Word of God.
B. Our duty is to put it to work.
When it comes to salvation- We believe and confess or speak.
A. When it comes to healing-
B. When it comes to abundant life-
Believing the Word of God and putting a demand on our faith is what will bring the manifestation to pass.
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1. Romans 4:16-25 Fully persuaded.
A. Abraham had to battle his thoughts.
B. God reminded him 9 times about the promise.
C. In the end Abraham got it.
In the world, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
In the Word, if it says it, it's true.
We have to differentiate between the world and the Word.
2. 1John 2:15-17 All that is in the world
A. He that doeth the will of God.
B. The Word of God is the will of God.
C. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Num 23:19 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
Tit 1:2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;
3. Psalm 119:89-91 Forever settled.
A. Faithfulness to all generations.
B. Established the earth and it abideth.
C. His ordinances are his servants.
D. Psa 119:91 All things remain to this day because of your command, because they are all your servants. GNB
All things work according to the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
4. Luke 17:5-10 Faith is our servant.
A. Faith is our servant when we command it according to the Word of God.
B. Our duty is to put it to work.
When it comes to salvation- We believe and confess or speak.
A. When it comes to healing-
B. When it comes to abundant life-
Believing the Word of God and putting a demand on our faith is what will bring the manifestation to pass.
A Healing Covenant
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1. 3John 1:2 It is God's will to heal.
Jesus was stripped for our healing.
A. Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
B. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
You will never receive anything from God that you don't believe he wants you to have.
Healing was a big part of Jesus' ministry on earth.
2. Acts 10:38 God anointed Jesus.
A. Healing all that were oppressed of the devil.
B. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
C. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
3. Matt 4:23 Jesus went about all Galilee.
A. Healing all manner of sickness and disease.
4. Mark 1:40-42 I will- Be thou clean.
A. If it be thy will....
B. God's Word is God's will.
Healing belongs to the children of God
5. Luke 13:10-17 Woman thou art loosed
A. She was a daughter of Abraham.
B. Psa 103:2-5 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; (4) Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; (5) Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.
Believers have a Covenant with God which includes healing.
A. Everything in the Covenant must be received by faith.
B. In Matthew 15, faith even healed the Canaanite woman's daughter.
C. He called healing the children's bread.
God has already done everything he needs to do for us to be saved, healed, delivered, and prosperous.
All we have to do is believe and receive.
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1. 3John 1:2 It is God's will to heal.
Jesus was stripped for our healing.
A. Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
B. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
You will never receive anything from God that you don't believe he wants you to have.
Healing was a big part of Jesus' ministry on earth.
2. Acts 10:38 God anointed Jesus.
A. Healing all that were oppressed of the devil.
B. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
C. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
3. Matt 4:23 Jesus went about all Galilee.
A. Healing all manner of sickness and disease.
4. Mark 1:40-42 I will- Be thou clean.
A. If it be thy will....
B. God's Word is God's will.
Healing belongs to the children of God
5. Luke 13:10-17 Woman thou art loosed
A. She was a daughter of Abraham.
B. Psa 103:2-5 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; (4) Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; (5) Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.
Believers have a Covenant with God which includes healing.
A. Everything in the Covenant must be received by faith.
B. In Matthew 15, faith even healed the Canaanite woman's daughter.
C. He called healing the children's bread.
God has already done everything he needs to do for us to be saved, healed, delivered, and prosperous.
All we have to do is believe and receive.
Life and Health
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1. Proverbs 4:20-22 God gives four keys to life and health.
I. Attend to my words-
God tells us that his word brings us life and health-
Jesus is the living word-
Joh 1:1-4 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) The same was in the beginning with God. (3) All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. (4) In him was life; and the life was the light of men.
Joh 1:14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
In John 10:10 Jesus came to give us abundant life.
What about the word and health?
Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
We must know the Word if we want to walk in life and health.
The Word tells us that we are saved, made righteous, redeemed from curse, healed, and prosperous.
II. Incline thine ear to my sayings-
Give God's word your undivided attention!
We must believe God's Word over everything else.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Inclining your ear means to act on what you know!
III. Let them not depart from thine eyes-
Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.
Two instances where we let the Word depart or slip- When it gets good and when it gets bad.
We must keep the Word before us and practice it-- bicycle or skating.
IV. Keep them in the midst of thine heart-
Everything starts in the heart!
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Life and health both begin in the heart-- I must believe first!
My heart will be true when my mind is all messed up.
What is in my heart will eventually manifest on the outside.
Conclusion: If we will learn the Word, keep it before us and not let it slip, it will grown in our heart and we will walk in life and health.
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1. Proverbs 4:20-22 God gives four keys to life and health.
I. Attend to my words-
God tells us that his word brings us life and health-
Jesus is the living word-
Joh 1:1-4 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) The same was in the beginning with God. (3) All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. (4) In him was life; and the life was the light of men.
Joh 1:14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
In John 10:10 Jesus came to give us abundant life.
What about the word and health?
Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
We must know the Word if we want to walk in life and health.
The Word tells us that we are saved, made righteous, redeemed from curse, healed, and prosperous.
II. Incline thine ear to my sayings-
Give God's word your undivided attention!
We must believe God's Word over everything else.
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Inclining your ear means to act on what you know!
III. Let them not depart from thine eyes-
Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.
Two instances where we let the Word depart or slip- When it gets good and when it gets bad.
We must keep the Word before us and practice it-- bicycle or skating.
IV. Keep them in the midst of thine heart-
Everything starts in the heart!
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Life and health both begin in the heart-- I must believe first!
My heart will be true when my mind is all messed up.
What is in my heart will eventually manifest on the outside.
Conclusion: If we will learn the Word, keep it before us and not let it slip, it will grown in our heart and we will walk in life and health.
When Jesus is in the Room
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1. Luke 7:36-50 The sinner with an alabaster box.
A. It was just dinner as usual for those sitting there.
B. It was a time of pouring out for her.
C. She didn't care what the others thought.
D. She left that day forgiven.
When Jesus is in the room you have to be willing to pursue Him.
2. Matt 9:27-30 Two blind men healed.
A. The followed Jesus crying out to Him.
B. The followed him into the house.
C. According to your faith.
How did the blind men end up following Jesus- Why were they pursing him so?
V.23-26 They followed Him from Jairus' house.
3. Luke 5:17-26 Jesus is in the house teaching.
A. The power of the Lord was present to heal.
B. The house is full but no one is seeking anything.
C. They couldn't find a way in so they made a way in.
D. The man left there saved and healed.
When Jesus is in the room something is going to happen!
There are two ways to miss out when Jesus is in the room-
A. You are not pursing Him for anything( like those in Luke 5:17)
B. You are not present when he shows up.
4. John 20:19-23 Jesus appears to his disciples.
A. He breathed on them- They got saved.
B. V.24-25 Thomas missed it and wouldn't believe it.
C. V.26-29 Jesus gives Thomas a second chance.
5. Matt 18:20 Where two or three are gathered.
Jesus is in the room right now! What will you pursue Him for?
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1. Luke 7:36-50 The sinner with an alabaster box.
A. It was just dinner as usual for those sitting there.
B. It was a time of pouring out for her.
C. She didn't care what the others thought.
D. She left that day forgiven.
When Jesus is in the room you have to be willing to pursue Him.
2. Matt 9:27-30 Two blind men healed.
A. The followed Jesus crying out to Him.
B. The followed him into the house.
C. According to your faith.
How did the blind men end up following Jesus- Why were they pursing him so?
V.23-26 They followed Him from Jairus' house.
3. Luke 5:17-26 Jesus is in the house teaching.
A. The power of the Lord was present to heal.
B. The house is full but no one is seeking anything.
C. They couldn't find a way in so they made a way in.
D. The man left there saved and healed.
When Jesus is in the room something is going to happen!
There are two ways to miss out when Jesus is in the room-
A. You are not pursing Him for anything( like those in Luke 5:17)
B. You are not present when he shows up.
4. John 20:19-23 Jesus appears to his disciples.
A. He breathed on them- They got saved.
B. V.24-25 Thomas missed it and wouldn't believe it.
C. V.26-29 Jesus gives Thomas a second chance.
5. Matt 18:20 Where two or three are gathered.
Jesus is in the room right now! What will you pursue Him for?
Stay With It
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1. Gal 2:11-14 If we are doing what the world is we can't witness to them.
A. 15-17 You can't just act like a Christian, you got to live it.
B. 18-21 Just live a Godly life before all and don't get frustrated or confused.
We live among the world and hear all their opinions.
2. Ezra 4:4-5 The people discouraged and even hired government officials to slow them down.
The god of this world does not want you to make it.
What do we do?
3. Col 3:1-10 Seek the things of God; Put off the bad; Put on the new man with the word.
People will probably think you are strange.
4. 1Peter 4:1-5 God will be the judge.
Don't let anything stop you from living for Jesus.
5. Phil 1:27-28 And in nothing terrified.
A. Php 1:28 And do not [for a moment] be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries, for such [constancy and fearlessness] will be a clear sign (proof and seal) to them of [their impending] destruction, but [a sure token and evidence] of your deliverance and salvation, and that from God. AMP
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1. Gal 2:11-14 If we are doing what the world is we can't witness to them.
A. 15-17 You can't just act like a Christian, you got to live it.
B. 18-21 Just live a Godly life before all and don't get frustrated or confused.
We live among the world and hear all their opinions.
2. Ezra 4:4-5 The people discouraged and even hired government officials to slow them down.
The god of this world does not want you to make it.
What do we do?
3. Col 3:1-10 Seek the things of God; Put off the bad; Put on the new man with the word.
People will probably think you are strange.
4. 1Peter 4:1-5 God will be the judge.
Don't let anything stop you from living for Jesus.
5. Phil 1:27-28 And in nothing terrified.
A. Php 1:28 And do not [for a moment] be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries, for such [constancy and fearlessness] will be a clear sign (proof and seal) to them of [their impending] destruction, but [a sure token and evidence] of your deliverance and salvation, and that from God. AMP
Position
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1. Esther 4:6-17 Esther was positioned to save the Jews.
Position can mean the difference between success and failure.
David was a man after God's own heart.
2. 1Sam 17:40-51 David was positioned to slay the giant.
3. 2Sam 11:1-5 David sins with Bathsheba
A. 2Sa 12:7-8 And Nathan said to David, Thou art the man. Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, I anointed thee king over Israel, and I delivered thee out of the hand of Saul; (8) And I gave thee thy master's house, and thy master's wives into thy bosom, and gave thee the house of Israel and of Judah; and if that had been too little, I would moreover have given unto thee such and such things.
It is important for every believer to be in the right position-
4. Eph 4:14-16 So then, we may no longer be children, tossed [like ships] to and fro between chance gusts of teaching and wavering with every changing wind of doctrine, [the prey of] the cunning and cleverness of unscrupulous men, [gamblers engaged] in every shifting form of trickery in inventing errors to mislead. (15) Rather, let our lives lovingly express truth [in all things, speaking truly, dealing truly, living truly]. Enfolded in love, let us grow up in every way and in all things into Him Who is the Head, [even] Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). (16) For because of Him the whole body (the church, in all its various parts), closely joined and firmly knit together by the joints and ligaments with which it is supplied, when each part [with power adapted to its need] is working properly [in all its functions], grows to full maturity, building itself up in love.AMP
We are a team of believers working together for a specific goal- To win people to Christ.
A. Teams need all players to be in position doing their part.
B. Just because some positions get more attention, doesn't mean they are more important.
Being out of position can cause a complete breakdown.
5. 2Sam 20:1-6 Amasa gathers troops.
A. Amasa probably had good intentions.
B. His failure to return at the right time left the King vulnerable.
God has anointed and positioned us to advance his Kingdom-
Let's not get caught out of position.
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1. Esther 4:6-17 Esther was positioned to save the Jews.
Position can mean the difference between success and failure.
David was a man after God's own heart.
2. 1Sam 17:40-51 David was positioned to slay the giant.
3. 2Sam 11:1-5 David sins with Bathsheba
A. 2Sa 12:7-8 And Nathan said to David, Thou art the man. Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, I anointed thee king over Israel, and I delivered thee out of the hand of Saul; (8) And I gave thee thy master's house, and thy master's wives into thy bosom, and gave thee the house of Israel and of Judah; and if that had been too little, I would moreover have given unto thee such and such things.
It is important for every believer to be in the right position-
4. Eph 4:14-16 So then, we may no longer be children, tossed [like ships] to and fro between chance gusts of teaching and wavering with every changing wind of doctrine, [the prey of] the cunning and cleverness of unscrupulous men, [gamblers engaged] in every shifting form of trickery in inventing errors to mislead. (15) Rather, let our lives lovingly express truth [in all things, speaking truly, dealing truly, living truly]. Enfolded in love, let us grow up in every way and in all things into Him Who is the Head, [even] Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). (16) For because of Him the whole body (the church, in all its various parts), closely joined and firmly knit together by the joints and ligaments with which it is supplied, when each part [with power adapted to its need] is working properly [in all its functions], grows to full maturity, building itself up in love.AMP
We are a team of believers working together for a specific goal- To win people to Christ.
A. Teams need all players to be in position doing their part.
B. Just because some positions get more attention, doesn't mean they are more important.
Being out of position can cause a complete breakdown.
5. 2Sam 20:1-6 Amasa gathers troops.
A. Amasa probably had good intentions.
B. His failure to return at the right time left the King vulnerable.
God has anointed and positioned us to advance his Kingdom-
Let's not get caught out of position.
Fight in Victory
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1. 1Tim 6:12-14 Fight the good fight.
A. Position and attitude is everything when it comes to a fight.
Many Christians are defeated before they ever start trying to fight.
A. They have a poor ole pitiful me attitude.
B. Look at he difference in attitudes in Numbers 13-
Num 13:30-31 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. (31) But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than we.
What made the difference in their attitudes?
A. The position they spoke from.
Num 14:8-9 If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey. (9) Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.
Most people fight trying to get the victory-
Fighting the good fight of faith means I'm fighting from a place of victory.
A. I understand that I already have the victory- This fight is just and exposition of my faith.
B. 1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
C. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
My position in Christ gives me the confidence to know I have already won.
A. Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
B. My confidence in Christ changes my attitude.
C. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
V. 12 Lay hold on eternal life
A. lay hold of the eternal life to which you were summoned and [for which] you confessed the good confession [of faith] before many witnesses. AMP
B. The world needs to see people walking in the victory of their faith.
C. God's children are not weak and defenseless.
D. 2Co 10:4-5 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) (5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
V. 14 Keep this commandment
A. You cannot quit fighting the good fight of faith.fight
B. There is nothing to go back to.
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1. 1Tim 6:12-14 Fight the good fight.
A. Position and attitude is everything when it comes to a fight.
Many Christians are defeated before they ever start trying to fight.
A. They have a poor ole pitiful me attitude.
B. Look at he difference in attitudes in Numbers 13-
Num 13:30-31 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. (31) But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than we.
What made the difference in their attitudes?
A. The position they spoke from.
Num 14:8-9 If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey. (9) Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.
Most people fight trying to get the victory-
Fighting the good fight of faith means I'm fighting from a place of victory.
A. I understand that I already have the victory- This fight is just and exposition of my faith.
B. 1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
C. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
My position in Christ gives me the confidence to know I have already won.
A. Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
B. My confidence in Christ changes my attitude.
C. Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
V. 12 Lay hold on eternal life
A. lay hold of the eternal life to which you were summoned and [for which] you confessed the good confession [of faith] before many witnesses. AMP
B. The world needs to see people walking in the victory of their faith.
C. God's children are not weak and defenseless.
D. 2Co 10:4-5 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) (5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
V. 14 Keep this commandment
A. You cannot quit fighting the good fight of faith.fight
B. There is nothing to go back to.
The Greatest Gift
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1. Isa 9:6-7 For a Child is born to us, a Son is given to us. The government will rest on His shoulders. And He will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (7) His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of His ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven's Armies will make this happen! NLT
2. Luk 1:26-35 In the sixth month of Elizabeth's pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a village in Galilee, (27) to a virgin named Mary. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of King David. (28) Gabriel appeared to her and said, "Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you! [Blessed are you among women.]" (29) Confused and disturbed, Mary tried to think what the angel could mean. (30) "Don't be afraid, Mary," the angel told her, "for you have found favor with God! (31) You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name Him Jesus. (32) He will be very great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His ancestor David. (33) And He will reign over Israel forever; His Kingdom will never end!" (34) Mary asked the angel, "But how can this happen? I am a virgin." (35) The angel replied, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy, and He will be called the Son of God.
3. Mat 1:18-25 This is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But before the marriage took place, while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant through the power of the Holy Spirit. (19) Joseph, her fiancé, was a good man and did not want to disgrace her publicly, so he decided to break the engagement quietly. (20) As he considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. "Joseph, son of David," the angel said, "do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife. For the child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit. (21) And she will have a son, and you are to name Him Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." (22) All of this occurred to fulfill the Lord's message through His prophet: (23) "Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel, which means 'God is with us.'" (24) When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded and took Mary as his wife. (25) But he did not have sexual relations with her until her son was born. And Joseph named Him Jesus.
4. Luk 2:1-20 At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. (2) (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) (3) All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. (4) And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David's ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. (5) He took with him Mary, his fiancée, who was now obviously pregnant. (6) And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. (7) She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped Him snugly in strips of cloth and laid Him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. (8) That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. (9) Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord's glory surrounded them. They were terrified, (10) but the angel reassured them. "Don't be afraid!" he said. "I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. (11) The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! (12) And you will recognize Him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger." (13) Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying, (14) "Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased." (15) When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, "Let's go to Bethlehem! Let's see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." (16) They hurried to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger. (17) After seeing Him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child. (18) All who heard the shepherds' story were astonished, (19) but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often. (20) The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. It was just as the angel had told them.
5. Mat 2:1-11 Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, (2) "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw His star as it rose, and we have come to worship Him." (3) King Herod was deeply disturbed when he heard this, as was everyone in Jerusalem. (4) He called a meeting of the leading priests and teachers of religious law and asked, "Where is the Messiah supposed to be born?" (5) "In Bethlehem in Judea," they said, "for this is what the prophet wrote: (6) 'And you, O Bethlehem in the land of Judah, are not least among the ruling cities of Judah, for a ruler will come from you who will be the shepherd for My people Israel.'" (7) Then Herod called for a private meeting with the wise men, and he learned from them the time when the star first appeared. (8) Then he told them, "Go to Bethlehem and search carefully for the child. And when you find Him, come back and tell me so that I can go and worship Him, too!" (9) After this interview the wise men went their way. And the star they had seen in the east guided them to Bethlehem. It went ahead of them and stopped over the place where the child was. (10) When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! (11) They entered the house and saw the child with His mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Today we celebrate the birth of our Savior the Lord Jesus Christ.
A. It is a designated day where most of the world acknowledges the Son of God.
B. It's not about what religion or the world calls it- It is about us worshipping and praising God for sending his Son to save us from our sins.
C. It's a day based upon God's love for mankind.
Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
We believe in the miracle birth of Jesus Christ.
We believe that He was born of a virgin- Lived His life here on this earth without sin-
That He was crucified on a cross where he took upon himself all the sin, sickness, disease, and poverty of the world- He was placed in a tomb and three days later he arose victorious over death, hell, and the grave.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Without the birth, there could be no resurrection-
Without the resurrection there would be no salvation for the world.
So while many go chasing Reindeer and gifts this season
We will celebrate the greatest gift ever given- The gift of God's Son to us.
NGC 12-25-22
1. Isa 9:6-7 For a Child is born to us, a Son is given to us. The government will rest on His shoulders. And He will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (7) His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of His ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven's Armies will make this happen! NLT
2. Luk 1:26-35 In the sixth month of Elizabeth's pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a village in Galilee, (27) to a virgin named Mary. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of King David. (28) Gabriel appeared to her and said, "Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you! [Blessed are you among women.]" (29) Confused and disturbed, Mary tried to think what the angel could mean. (30) "Don't be afraid, Mary," the angel told her, "for you have found favor with God! (31) You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name Him Jesus. (32) He will be very great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His ancestor David. (33) And He will reign over Israel forever; His Kingdom will never end!" (34) Mary asked the angel, "But how can this happen? I am a virgin." (35) The angel replied, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy, and He will be called the Son of God.
3. Mat 1:18-25 This is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But before the marriage took place, while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant through the power of the Holy Spirit. (19) Joseph, her fiancé, was a good man and did not want to disgrace her publicly, so he decided to break the engagement quietly. (20) As he considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. "Joseph, son of David," the angel said, "do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife. For the child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit. (21) And she will have a son, and you are to name Him Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." (22) All of this occurred to fulfill the Lord's message through His prophet: (23) "Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel, which means 'God is with us.'" (24) When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded and took Mary as his wife. (25) But he did not have sexual relations with her until her son was born. And Joseph named Him Jesus.
4. Luk 2:1-20 At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. (2) (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) (3) All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. (4) And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David's ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. (5) He took with him Mary, his fiancée, who was now obviously pregnant. (6) And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. (7) She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped Him snugly in strips of cloth and laid Him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. (8) That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. (9) Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord's glory surrounded them. They were terrified, (10) but the angel reassured them. "Don't be afraid!" he said. "I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. (11) The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! (12) And you will recognize Him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger." (13) Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying, (14) "Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased." (15) When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, "Let's go to Bethlehem! Let's see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." (16) They hurried to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger. (17) After seeing Him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child. (18) All who heard the shepherds' story were astonished, (19) but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often. (20) The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. It was just as the angel had told them.
5. Mat 2:1-11 Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, (2) "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw His star as it rose, and we have come to worship Him." (3) King Herod was deeply disturbed when he heard this, as was everyone in Jerusalem. (4) He called a meeting of the leading priests and teachers of religious law and asked, "Where is the Messiah supposed to be born?" (5) "In Bethlehem in Judea," they said, "for this is what the prophet wrote: (6) 'And you, O Bethlehem in the land of Judah, are not least among the ruling cities of Judah, for a ruler will come from you who will be the shepherd for My people Israel.'" (7) Then Herod called for a private meeting with the wise men, and he learned from them the time when the star first appeared. (8) Then he told them, "Go to Bethlehem and search carefully for the child. And when you find Him, come back and tell me so that I can go and worship Him, too!" (9) After this interview the wise men went their way. And the star they had seen in the east guided them to Bethlehem. It went ahead of them and stopped over the place where the child was. (10) When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! (11) They entered the house and saw the child with His mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Today we celebrate the birth of our Savior the Lord Jesus Christ.
A. It is a designated day where most of the world acknowledges the Son of God.
B. It's not about what religion or the world calls it- It is about us worshipping and praising God for sending his Son to save us from our sins.
C. It's a day based upon God's love for mankind.
Joh 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
We believe in the miracle birth of Jesus Christ.
We believe that He was born of a virgin- Lived His life here on this earth without sin-
That He was crucified on a cross where he took upon himself all the sin, sickness, disease, and poverty of the world- He was placed in a tomb and three days later he arose victorious over death, hell, and the grave.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Without the birth, there could be no resurrection-
Without the resurrection there would be no salvation for the world.
So while many go chasing Reindeer and gifts this season
We will celebrate the greatest gift ever given- The gift of God's Son to us.
Fire
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Pro 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: .....
Everyone loves the warmth of a fire, but it's hard to find someone who will gather in the wood and lay it on the fire.
Building a fire takes preparation-
A. First you need kindling. (You have to gather it)
a. You don't build a fire with big wood.
b. Kindling is the small stuff that ignites easy and burns long enough to catch big wood on fire.
c. The Word teaches us that we start out on milk not meat.
Trying to light fire with a foreign substance will usually blow up in your face.
B. Next you need and ignition source. (You have to find it)
a. The kindling needs a spark to catch it on fire.
1. Acts 2:1-4 Cloven tongues of fire.
A. They had been praying and seeking God (the kindling)
B. When the spark came, they all ignited.
b. You must have the kindling to get your fire started, but in order to produce good heat you must have big wood.
C. Wood. ( You are responsible for gathering it) The Word of God
a. The right kind of wood for an optimum fire is key.
b. Green wood, wet wood, rotten wood is very hard to burn.
c. Soft woods produce heat but burn up too fast.
d. Hard seasoned wood will leave you with a fire when you wake up the next morning.
D. Ventilation. (Rightly dividing the wood/Word)
a. Wood needs to be placed in the right order for the fire to have airflow.
b. You can't have the true fire of God without the wind of the Holy Ghost.
c. You may need to clean out the old ashes before the new fire will burn.
d. David never got the Ark back home until he did it in due order.
You can just make fire happen- Only the Holy Ghost can bring the genuine fire of God.
Once the fire starts, you can keep throwing wood on it so that it never goes out.
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Pro 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: .....
Everyone loves the warmth of a fire, but it's hard to find someone who will gather in the wood and lay it on the fire.
Building a fire takes preparation-
A. First you need kindling. (You have to gather it)
a. You don't build a fire with big wood.
b. Kindling is the small stuff that ignites easy and burns long enough to catch big wood on fire.
c. The Word teaches us that we start out on milk not meat.
Trying to light fire with a foreign substance will usually blow up in your face.
B. Next you need and ignition source. (You have to find it)
a. The kindling needs a spark to catch it on fire.
1. Acts 2:1-4 Cloven tongues of fire.
A. They had been praying and seeking God (the kindling)
B. When the spark came, they all ignited.
b. You must have the kindling to get your fire started, but in order to produce good heat you must have big wood.
C. Wood. ( You are responsible for gathering it) The Word of God
a. The right kind of wood for an optimum fire is key.
b. Green wood, wet wood, rotten wood is very hard to burn.
c. Soft woods produce heat but burn up too fast.
d. Hard seasoned wood will leave you with a fire when you wake up the next morning.
D. Ventilation. (Rightly dividing the wood/Word)
a. Wood needs to be placed in the right order for the fire to have airflow.
b. You can't have the true fire of God without the wind of the Holy Ghost.
c. You may need to clean out the old ashes before the new fire will burn.
d. David never got the Ark back home until he did it in due order.
You can just make fire happen- Only the Holy Ghost can bring the genuine fire of God.
Once the fire starts, you can keep throwing wood on it so that it never goes out.
Choose Life
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1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
NGC 12-14-22
1. Deut 30:19-20 Life is a choice. It does not come automatically.
Choosing the right life is a constant warfare.
2. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight.
There are so many things trying to drag us away from God.
1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
1Pe 2:11 Friends, this world is not your home, so don't make yourselves cozy in it. Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. MSG
We have to remember that this life is temporary- Eternity is what matters.
Mat 16:26 For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
What if you knew today was your last day on earth? What would be important?
Whatever it is should be that important every day.
We have to remember that LIFE is a choice we have to fight for. It includes the blessings of God!
Gen 32:26 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Two keys to obtaining the life we want.
A. Watch what you sow.
B. Don't quit doing the right thing.
When we choose life, we will leave a testimony.
4. 2Tim 4:6-8 Fought, finished, and kept the faith.
Sincere Milk
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1. 1Peter 2:2 We must have pure milk.
A. sincere- undeceitful; unadulterated.
Most people can't handle pure milk, they want it processed.
Pasteurized- Heated for 15 sec- takes out certain things.
A. Pastor holds back, wouldn't want to hurt feelings.
B. They won't address the imorality taking place.
Homogenized- Hot milk is pressurized to 3000 lbs and forced thru screen to make all fat particles the same and then quickly cooled to avoid harming taste.
A. Pastors are under pressure to have a crowd, they preach an all enclusive gospel. They want everyone to feel good about themselves no matter how they are living.
B. They won't mention sex outside the marriage relationship.
Vitamin Fortified- Vitamin A and D are added.
A. Since we have pasteurized and homogenized the word, we have to add back some man-made stuff!
B. Traditions and customs that are not in the Word.
Even after all that, some people can't handle whole milk, so we take out more of the content.
2% Milk-1% Milk-Skim Milk So watered down it doesn't even look right.
A. A whole lot of redrick and very little word. Stories and jokes.
Then there are those who have to have their milk flavored.- Chocolate & Strawberry
A. They want you to preach the word to suit them.
You would think we had every body covered with that, but there are others.
They are the concentrated Milk people.
Evaporated Milk- Much of the water content has been taken away. It still pours!
A. They don't want to much Holy Ghost stuff preached.
Condensed Milk- So thick it barely moves.
A. People are so stiff, it almost takes a miracle to get them to move.
Dry Milk- Powder form with no water.
A. People who go to church where there is no move of the Spirit.
We need the sincere milk that we may "Grow Thereby"!
Even pure milk must be kept in the right environment.
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1. 1Peter 2:2 We must have pure milk.
A. sincere- undeceitful; unadulterated.
Most people can't handle pure milk, they want it processed.
Pasteurized- Heated for 15 sec- takes out certain things.
A. Pastor holds back, wouldn't want to hurt feelings.
B. They won't address the imorality taking place.
Homogenized- Hot milk is pressurized to 3000 lbs and forced thru screen to make all fat particles the same and then quickly cooled to avoid harming taste.
A. Pastors are under pressure to have a crowd, they preach an all enclusive gospel. They want everyone to feel good about themselves no matter how they are living.
B. They won't mention sex outside the marriage relationship.
Vitamin Fortified- Vitamin A and D are added.
A. Since we have pasteurized and homogenized the word, we have to add back some man-made stuff!
B. Traditions and customs that are not in the Word.
Even after all that, some people can't handle whole milk, so we take out more of the content.
2% Milk-1% Milk-Skim Milk So watered down it doesn't even look right.
A. A whole lot of redrick and very little word. Stories and jokes.
Then there are those who have to have their milk flavored.- Chocolate & Strawberry
A. They want you to preach the word to suit them.
You would think we had every body covered with that, but there are others.
They are the concentrated Milk people.
Evaporated Milk- Much of the water content has been taken away. It still pours!
A. They don't want to much Holy Ghost stuff preached.
Condensed Milk- So thick it barely moves.
A. People are so stiff, it almost takes a miracle to get them to move.
Dry Milk- Powder form with no water.
A. People who go to church where there is no move of the Spirit.
We need the sincere milk that we may "Grow Thereby"!
Even pure milk must be kept in the right environment.
Dream Big
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1. Psalm 126:1-2 We need to be able to dream.
A. God created man with the ability to dream and have vision.
Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
2. Eph 3:20 Above all that we ask or think.
A. Eph 3:20 God can do anything, you know--far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us. MSG
3. Gen 11:1-6 Fallen man had the ability to imagine great things.
A. What were they doing?
V.1 One Speech V6. The people were in one accord. V.6 They started doing it.
God wants redeemed man to Have his dreams come true.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
2Pe 1:3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
Mat 17:20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
How do we see our dreams come to pass? If ye have faith.
In Genesis 11 the people were practicing a form of faith.
A. One speech- 1Co 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.
B. One mind-Phi 2:2 Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
Jam 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
Do It- 4. James 2:18-22 Faith and works are companions.
We have the ability to dream big and the faith to bring it to pass.
5. When Joash King of Israel came to see Elisha-
A.2Ki 13:18-19 And he said, Take the arrows. And he took them. And he said unto the king of Israel, Smite upon the ground. And he smote thrice, and stayed. (19) And the man of God was wroth with him, and said, Thou shouldest have smitten five or six times; then hadst thou smitten Syria till thou hadst consumed it: whereas now thou shalt smite Syria but thrice.
Don't limit what God can do in your life- Dream Big!
NGC 12-7-22
1. Psalm 126:1-2 We need to be able to dream.
A. God created man with the ability to dream and have vision.
Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
2. Eph 3:20 Above all that we ask or think.
A. Eph 3:20 God can do anything, you know--far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us. MSG
3. Gen 11:1-6 Fallen man had the ability to imagine great things.
A. What were they doing?
V.1 One Speech V6. The people were in one accord. V.6 They started doing it.
God wants redeemed man to Have his dreams come true.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
2Pe 1:3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
Mat 17:20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
How do we see our dreams come to pass? If ye have faith.
In Genesis 11 the people were practicing a form of faith.
A. One speech- 1Co 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.
B. One mind-Phi 2:2 Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
Jam 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
Do It- 4. James 2:18-22 Faith and works are companions.
We have the ability to dream big and the faith to bring it to pass.
5. When Joash King of Israel came to see Elisha-
A.2Ki 13:18-19 And he said, Take the arrows. And he took them. And he said unto the king of Israel, Smite upon the ground. And he smote thrice, and stayed. (19) And the man of God was wroth with him, and said, Thou shouldest have smitten five or six times; then hadst thou smitten Syria till thou hadst consumed it: whereas now thou shalt smite Syria but thrice.
Don't limit what God can do in your life- Dream Big!
Bloodline of a Champion
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The bloodline can have great bearing on something.
A. People will buy an animal based solely on bloodline.
Believers have the bloodline of a champion.
1. Col 2:15 He made a show of them.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive forevermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
Jesus our champion paved a way for us.
A. Eph 2:11-13 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; (12) That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: (13) But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
2. Heb 4:14-15 Jesus endured temptations without sin.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
Did Jesus ever want to quit?
3. Matt 26:36-45 Jesus prayed three times for the cup to pass.
Thank God Jesus didn't quit! He won the battle right there in the garden.
Joh 14:19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.
Because Jesus got the victory, we got it also.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
4. 1John 5:4-5 We believe, therefore we overcome.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
We are in the bloodline of a champion. We are valuable.
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The bloodline can have great bearing on something.
A. People will buy an animal based solely on bloodline.
Believers have the bloodline of a champion.
1. Col 2:15 He made a show of them.
A. Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive forevermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
Jesus our champion paved a way for us.
A. Eph 2:11-13 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; (12) That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: (13) But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
2. Heb 4:14-15 Jesus endured temptations without sin.
A. 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
Did Jesus ever want to quit?
3. Matt 26:36-45 Jesus prayed three times for the cup to pass.
Thank God Jesus didn't quit! He won the battle right there in the garden.
Joh 14:19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.
Because Jesus got the victory, we got it also.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
4. 1John 5:4-5 We believe, therefore we overcome.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
We are in the bloodline of a champion. We are valuable.
Changes
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1. Gal 2:20 If we are living by faith, how much faith are we using.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
Why are our lives like they are?
2. Acts 6:14 We don't want to change.
Why don't we want to change? It means we have to do something!!!!!!!
If things aren't going right, we need to examine God's word and make adjustments!
3. 1Chron 15:12-15 David had to do things in due order.
A. the second time it worked.
Do we really want to see some things change for the better in our lives?
Then why do we keep doing the same things expecting a different result?
2Pe 1:3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
We have the power to change, but we must do what is required to bring it about.
God's not going to do it for you---- It won't happen by wishing.
Healing for example:
Am I saved? Do I have a God connection? Am I harboring any unforgiveness? Do I really believe it is God's will to heal? Have I looked up healing scriptures and am I injecting them daily? If not, then I don't want healing.
Prosperity:
Same as above except-- Am I a tither and a giver? Have I looked up scriptures concerning prosperity and speaking them over my life?
We are the only ones that can initiate change. Our act of faith will loose God to act on our faith.
Then and only then will real change happen in our lives.
NGC 11-30-22
1. Gal 2:20 If we are living by faith, how much faith are we using.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
Why are our lives like they are?
2. Acts 6:14 We don't want to change.
Why don't we want to change? It means we have to do something!!!!!!!
If things aren't going right, we need to examine God's word and make adjustments!
3. 1Chron 15:12-15 David had to do things in due order.
A. the second time it worked.
Do we really want to see some things change for the better in our lives?
Then why do we keep doing the same things expecting a different result?
2Pe 1:3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
We have the power to change, but we must do what is required to bring it about.
God's not going to do it for you---- It won't happen by wishing.
Healing for example:
Am I saved? Do I have a God connection? Am I harboring any unforgiveness? Do I really believe it is God's will to heal? Have I looked up healing scriptures and am I injecting them daily? If not, then I don't want healing.
Prosperity:
Same as above except-- Am I a tither and a giver? Have I looked up scriptures concerning prosperity and speaking them over my life?
We are the only ones that can initiate change. Our act of faith will loose God to act on our faith.
Then and only then will real change happen in our lives.
Tried and True
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1. Luke 5:1-7 Great draught of fishes.
A. Simon had his opinion about what Jesus said.
B. At thy word caused the net to be full.
The world and much of the Church has gotten so liberal that they think their opinion is greater than the Word.
Mat 24:35 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
A. No matter how much people want to change it to fit their lifestyle, the Word of God is the standard we must live by.
There is great freedom in knowing the Word of God.
A. Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
B. Walking in truth means I have to know how to rightly divide the Word.
2Ti 2:15-16 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (16) But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Any doctrine that is contrary to the Word of God is ungodly.
2. Gal 1:6-10 Any other gospel
A. If I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
The Word cannot be changed to please people
3. Romans 8:1-14 Who walk not after the flesh.
A. We don't change the Word, we change our lifestyle.
"Yes but Pastor I'm under grace that doesn't apply to me"--It applies now more than ever!
4. Titus 2:11-13 Grace teaches us.
A. Gal 5:13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.
B. Gal 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.
Walking in the Spirit is walking according to the Word of God.
Living according to the Word is not legalism- It's walking in the Spirit.
1Ti 4:1-2 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; (2) Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;
Don't be seduced by doctrines that please the flesh- The Word of God is tried and true.
NGC 11-27-22
1. Luke 5:1-7 Great draught of fishes.
A. Simon had his opinion about what Jesus said.
B. At thy word caused the net to be full.
The world and much of the Church has gotten so liberal that they think their opinion is greater than the Word.
Mat 24:35 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
A. No matter how much people want to change it to fit their lifestyle, the Word of God is the standard we must live by.
There is great freedom in knowing the Word of God.
A. Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
B. Walking in truth means I have to know how to rightly divide the Word.
2Ti 2:15-16 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (16) But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Any doctrine that is contrary to the Word of God is ungodly.
2. Gal 1:6-10 Any other gospel
A. If I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
The Word cannot be changed to please people
3. Romans 8:1-14 Who walk not after the flesh.
A. We don't change the Word, we change our lifestyle.
"Yes but Pastor I'm under grace that doesn't apply to me"--It applies now more than ever!
4. Titus 2:11-13 Grace teaches us.
A. Gal 5:13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.
B. Gal 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.
Walking in the Spirit is walking according to the Word of God.
Living according to the Word is not legalism- It's walking in the Spirit.
1Ti 4:1-2 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; (2) Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;
Don't be seduced by doctrines that please the flesh- The Word of God is tried and true.
All Things Are Possible
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1. Mark 9:16-29 Jesus casts out a deaf and dumb spirit.
A. This kind......
Many in the Body of Christ are so spiritually blind, they can't see what's going on around them.
Eph 6:12 For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms,( Absolute power; authority unlimited and uncontrolled by men, constitution or laws, and depending alone on the will of the prince- Webster) ;against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere.
Prayer and fasting brings spiritual strength to the believers to enable them to take on these entities.
Jesus did not pray this demon out- He commanded it to come out!
B. If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
a. Our God is a faith God- Everything starts with faith.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Rom 14:23 ..... for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
We know that faith begins where the will of God is known- We know that the Word of God is the Will of God.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Notice that Jesus didn't say- If thou canst believe, salvation is possible to him that believeth.
A. Rom 10:9-11 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
Jesus said If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
A. Since our faith is based upon the Word of God, everything in the Word of God is possible to us if we can believe it.
Jesus called those standing there a faithless generation-
A. I don't want to be part of a faithless generation.
B. I don't want to be one that waters down the Word to make someone feel comfortable in their sin.
C. I'm not going to try to explain away the Word because it doesn't fit into what I believe.
When Jesus comes back, He will not be looking for a politically correct Church.
A. Luk 18:8 ....... Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?
Jesus said All Things Are Possible- We need to be All Things Are Possible Believers
NGC 11-20-22
1. Mark 9:16-29 Jesus casts out a deaf and dumb spirit.
A. This kind......
Many in the Body of Christ are so spiritually blind, they can't see what's going on around them.
Eph 6:12 For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms,( Absolute power; authority unlimited and uncontrolled by men, constitution or laws, and depending alone on the will of the prince- Webster) ;against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere.
Prayer and fasting brings spiritual strength to the believers to enable them to take on these entities.
Jesus did not pray this demon out- He commanded it to come out!
B. If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
a. Our God is a faith God- Everything starts with faith.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Rom 14:23 ..... for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
We know that faith begins where the will of God is known- We know that the Word of God is the Will of God.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Notice that Jesus didn't say- If thou canst believe, salvation is possible to him that believeth.
A. Rom 10:9-11 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
Jesus said If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
A. Since our faith is based upon the Word of God, everything in the Word of God is possible to us if we can believe it.
Jesus called those standing there a faithless generation-
A. I don't want to be part of a faithless generation.
B. I don't want to be one that waters down the Word to make someone feel comfortable in their sin.
C. I'm not going to try to explain away the Word because it doesn't fit into what I believe.
When Jesus comes back, He will not be looking for a politically correct Church.
A. Luk 18:8 ....... Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?
Jesus said All Things Are Possible- We need to be All Things Are Possible Believers
Living Water
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We live in a fast food society.
Man can go without food for around 8 weeks.
Man can live only 3-5 days without water. Why? Body is 60-70% water.
The real you is 100% spirit.
1. Matt 5:6 We have to hunger and thirst to be full of God.
A. We must redirect our appetite.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink.
Why are we pushing so hard? Why can't we be like other church people?
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
I don't want us to just exist, I want us to LIVE!
2. John 4:13-14 I don't want to thirst after the world's water.
I want a well that I can draw from when problems come.
3. Romans 8:26-27 The Spirit helpeth our infirmities.
4. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
Wait!!!! You can't put new wine in old bottles.
Luk 5:37-38 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. (38) But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.
Let's make a renewed commitment to God, then we can drink all we want.
NGC 11-16-22
We live in a fast food society.
Man can go without food for around 8 weeks.
Man can live only 3-5 days without water. Why? Body is 60-70% water.
The real you is 100% spirit.
1. Matt 5:6 We have to hunger and thirst to be full of God.
A. We must redirect our appetite.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink.
Why are we pushing so hard? Why can't we be like other church people?
Joh 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.
I don't want us to just exist, I want us to LIVE!
2. John 4:13-14 I don't want to thirst after the world's water.
I want a well that I can draw from when problems come.
3. Romans 8:26-27 The Spirit helpeth our infirmities.
4. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
Wait!!!! You can't put new wine in old bottles.
Luk 5:37-38 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. (38) But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.
Let's make a renewed commitment to God, then we can drink all we want.
Happy
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1. Acts 26:1-6 I think myself happy.
A. Paul was happy to represent himself.
B. He was being judged for standing on the promise of God.
Are you happy with the way you are standing on the promise of God?
A. Would you be found guilty of it?
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Understanding your righteousness.
Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. (2) For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
B. Receiving the peace of God
Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
C. Joy of the Holy Ghost.
Act 2:15-18 For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day. (16) But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; (17) And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: (18) And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
Our happiness should be an overflow of our fellowship with God.
We have to careful not to allow the things of the world to draw us away from spending time with God.
2. 1Peter 2:9-12 War against the soul.
A. Who you are and what you should do.
B. What tries to pull you away.
Showing forth praises is an expression of joy.
Isa 12:3 Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
Neh 8:10 The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Every day we get to decide what we are going to do.
A. Be strong in the Lord or allow the world to steal our joy.
Two keys to being happy and standing in the joy of the Lord.
A. Your thinking-
Php 4:8-9 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. (9) Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.
B. Stiring yourself up-
3. Eph 5:15-20 Be filled with the Spirit
A. But ever be filled and stimulated with the [Holy] Spirit. AMP
There is nothing or no one that can make you happy.
You have to keep yourself filled and stimulated with the Holy Ghost and happiness will bean overflow of that.
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1. Acts 26:1-6 I think myself happy.
A. Paul was happy to represent himself.
B. He was being judged for standing on the promise of God.
Are you happy with the way you are standing on the promise of God?
A. Would you be found guilty of it?
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Understanding your righteousness.
Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. (2) For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
B. Receiving the peace of God
Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
C. Joy of the Holy Ghost.
Act 2:15-18 For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day. (16) But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; (17) And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: (18) And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
Our happiness should be an overflow of our fellowship with God.
We have to careful not to allow the things of the world to draw us away from spending time with God.
2. 1Peter 2:9-12 War against the soul.
A. Who you are and what you should do.
B. What tries to pull you away.
Showing forth praises is an expression of joy.
Isa 12:3 Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
Neh 8:10 The joy of the Lord is your strength.
Every day we get to decide what we are going to do.
A. Be strong in the Lord or allow the world to steal our joy.
Two keys to being happy and standing in the joy of the Lord.
A. Your thinking-
Php 4:8-9 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. (9) Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.
B. Stiring yourself up-
3. Eph 5:15-20 Be filled with the Spirit
A. But ever be filled and stimulated with the [Holy] Spirit. AMP
There is nothing or no one that can make you happy.
You have to keep yourself filled and stimulated with the Holy Ghost and happiness will bean overflow of that.
We Do It Because We Believe It
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1. Jas 2:17-26 So also faith, if it does not have works (deeds and actions of obedience to back it up), by itself is destitute of power (inoperative, dead). (18) But someone will say [to you then], You [say you] have faith, and I have [good] works. Now you show me your [alleged] faith apart from any [good] works [if you can], and I by [good] works [of obedience] will show you my faith. (19) You believe that God is one; you do well. So do the demons believe and shudder [in terror and horror such as make a man's hair stand on end and contract the surface of his skin]! (20) Are you willing to be shown [proof], you foolish (unproductive, spiritually deficient) fellow, that faith apart from [good] works is inactive and ineffective and worthless? (21) Was not our forefather Abraham [shown to be] justified (made acceptable to God) by [his] works when he brought to the altar as an offering his [own] son Isaac? [Gen. 22:1-14.] (22) You see that [his] faith was cooperating with his works, and [his] faith was completed and reached its supreme expression [when he implemented it] by [good] works. (23) And [so] the Scripture was fulfilled that says, Abraham believed in (adhered to, trusted in, and relied on) God, and this was accounted to him as righteousness (as conformity to God's will in thought and deed), and he was called God's friend. [Gen. 15:6; II Chron. 20:7; Isa. 41:8.] (24) You see that a man is justified (pronounced righteous before God) through what he does and not alone through faith [through works of obedience as well as by what he believes]. (25) So also with Rahab the harlot--was she not shown to be justified (pronounced righteous before God) by [good] deeds when she took in the scouts (spies) and sent them away by a different route? [Josh. 2:1-21.] (26) For as the human body apart from the spirit is lifeless, so faith apart from [its] works of obedience is also dead.AMP
Faith is more than just talk- Faith has corresponding actions.
A. Your actions reveal what you really believe.
2. Matt 9:27-30 Two Blind men healed.
A. They followed Jesus all the way into the house.
3. Matt 8:5-13 The Centurion
A. He sought Jesus out.
B. He confirmed what he believed- Speak the Word only.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
A lot of people think we take it too far.
A. They say that it is not necessary.
Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
4. 1Tim 4:1-2 Some shall depart from the faith.
A. 1Ti 4:1-2 God's Spirit clearly says that in the last days many people will turn from their faith. They will be fooled by evil spirits and by teachings that come from demons. (2) They will also be fooled by the false claims of liars whose consciences have lost all feeling. CEV
Many are being taught that because of grace you don't have to do anything.
5. Eph 2:8-10 Saved by grace through faith.
A. You do not do works to get saved- You do works of obedience because you are saved.
B. Grace through Faith(corresponding actions).
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Mat 7:20-21 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. (21) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Let's keep doing what the Word says- We do it because we believe it.
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1. Jas 2:17-26 So also faith, if it does not have works (deeds and actions of obedience to back it up), by itself is destitute of power (inoperative, dead). (18) But someone will say [to you then], You [say you] have faith, and I have [good] works. Now you show me your [alleged] faith apart from any [good] works [if you can], and I by [good] works [of obedience] will show you my faith. (19) You believe that God is one; you do well. So do the demons believe and shudder [in terror and horror such as make a man's hair stand on end and contract the surface of his skin]! (20) Are you willing to be shown [proof], you foolish (unproductive, spiritually deficient) fellow, that faith apart from [good] works is inactive and ineffective and worthless? (21) Was not our forefather Abraham [shown to be] justified (made acceptable to God) by [his] works when he brought to the altar as an offering his [own] son Isaac? [Gen. 22:1-14.] (22) You see that [his] faith was cooperating with his works, and [his] faith was completed and reached its supreme expression [when he implemented it] by [good] works. (23) And [so] the Scripture was fulfilled that says, Abraham believed in (adhered to, trusted in, and relied on) God, and this was accounted to him as righteousness (as conformity to God's will in thought and deed), and he was called God's friend. [Gen. 15:6; II Chron. 20:7; Isa. 41:8.] (24) You see that a man is justified (pronounced righteous before God) through what he does and not alone through faith [through works of obedience as well as by what he believes]. (25) So also with Rahab the harlot--was she not shown to be justified (pronounced righteous before God) by [good] deeds when she took in the scouts (spies) and sent them away by a different route? [Josh. 2:1-21.] (26) For as the human body apart from the spirit is lifeless, so faith apart from [its] works of obedience is also dead.AMP
Faith is more than just talk- Faith has corresponding actions.
A. Your actions reveal what you really believe.
2. Matt 9:27-30 Two Blind men healed.
A. They followed Jesus all the way into the house.
3. Matt 8:5-13 The Centurion
A. He sought Jesus out.
B. He confirmed what he believed- Speak the Word only.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
A lot of people think we take it too far.
A. They say that it is not necessary.
Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
4. 1Tim 4:1-2 Some shall depart from the faith.
A. 1Ti 4:1-2 God's Spirit clearly says that in the last days many people will turn from their faith. They will be fooled by evil spirits and by teachings that come from demons. (2) They will also be fooled by the false claims of liars whose consciences have lost all feeling. CEV
Many are being taught that because of grace you don't have to do anything.
5. Eph 2:8-10 Saved by grace through faith.
A. You do not do works to get saved- You do works of obedience because you are saved.
B. Grace through Faith(corresponding actions).
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Mat 7:20-21 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. (21) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Let's keep doing what the Word says- We do it because we believe it.
Costumes
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1. Matt 22:1-13 The Marriage Supper
A. The King set out his very best.
B. They made light of it.
C. He called the man friend
D. He was cast out.
The Wedding garment was a costume that all the guest had on.
A. Costume- An established mode of dress.
Garments you wear usually reveal who you are and are not hooked up with.
A. If I'm for team A, I can't be for team B.
B. Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
C. Illustration: Tim is identified as a painter because of his clothes.
Christians should not make light of their walk with God.
A. Just because there are no immediate ramifications of what we are doing, doesn't mean there won't be any.
2. Matt 13:24-30 Wheat and Tares
A. They are the same until harvest time.
The Bible is pretty clear on what Believers should have on.
3. Romans 13:11-14 Put on......
A. Armour of light
B. Lord Jesus Christ
4. Isaiah 61:1-3 Garment of Praise.
5. Eph 6:10-17 Whole armour of God.
We are Representatives of God- We should be wearing garments that represent the Kingdom of God.
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1. Matt 22:1-13 The Marriage Supper
A. The King set out his very best.
B. They made light of it.
C. He called the man friend
D. He was cast out.
The Wedding garment was a costume that all the guest had on.
A. Costume- An established mode of dress.
Garments you wear usually reveal who you are and are not hooked up with.
A. If I'm for team A, I can't be for team B.
B. Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
C. Illustration: Tim is identified as a painter because of his clothes.
Christians should not make light of their walk with God.
A. Just because there are no immediate ramifications of what we are doing, doesn't mean there won't be any.
2. Matt 13:24-30 Wheat and Tares
A. They are the same until harvest time.
The Bible is pretty clear on what Believers should have on.
3. Romans 13:11-14 Put on......
A. Armour of light
B. Lord Jesus Christ
4. Isaiah 61:1-3 Garment of Praise.
5. Eph 6:10-17 Whole armour of God.
We are Representatives of God- We should be wearing garments that represent the Kingdom of God.
The Importance of the Word
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1. Heb 4:12 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart. AMP
A.Heb 4:13 Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what. MSG
The Word of God is the most powerful force on this earth.
2. Heb 11:3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.
Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
The Word of God is our road map/gps to life.
A. Heb 2:1-3 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. (2) For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward; (3) How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him;
B. When we let the Word slip, we are letting God's promises slip.
Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
A. This could be also seen as lack of knowledge applied.
Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
A. Mar 4:19 but are overwhelmed with worries about all the things they have to do and all the things they want to get. The stress strangles what they heard, and nothing comes of it. MSG
Getting too tied up in this life will cause you to miss what God wants you to have.
A. Trying to get things will sometimes cause you to compromise.
As Children of God we must keep our focus on the Word of God.
A. Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
B. Joh 6:63 The Spirit can make life. Sheer muscle and willpower don't make anything happen. Every word I've spoken to you is a Spirit-word, and so it is life-making. Msg
Two things we need to understand:
A. The Word was here in the beginning.
Joh 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) The same was in the beginning with God. (3) All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
B. The Word will always be here.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Stay with the Word and you will never fail.
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1. Heb 4:12 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart. AMP
A.Heb 4:13 Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what. MSG
The Word of God is the most powerful force on this earth.
2. Heb 11:3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.
Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
The Word of God is our road map/gps to life.
A. Heb 2:1-3 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. (2) For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward; (3) How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him;
B. When we let the Word slip, we are letting God's promises slip.
Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
A. This could be also seen as lack of knowledge applied.
Mar 4:18-19 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word, (19) And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
A. Mar 4:19 but are overwhelmed with worries about all the things they have to do and all the things they want to get. The stress strangles what they heard, and nothing comes of it. MSG
Getting too tied up in this life will cause you to miss what God wants you to have.
A. Trying to get things will sometimes cause you to compromise.
As Children of God we must keep our focus on the Word of God.
A. Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
B. Joh 6:63 The Spirit can make life. Sheer muscle and willpower don't make anything happen. Every word I've spoken to you is a Spirit-word, and so it is life-making. Msg
Two things we need to understand:
A. The Word was here in the beginning.
Joh 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) The same was in the beginning with God. (3) All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
B. The Word will always be here.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Stay with the Word and you will never fail.
The Contract
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1. Hebrews 8:1-6 A Better Covenant
A. Covenant- Disposition(order, method, arrangement); Contract; Will. Greek
B. Webster- To come; a coming together; a meeting or agreement of minds; A mutual consent or agreement of two or more persons, to do or to forbear some act or thing; a contract; stipulation. A covenant is created by deed in writing, sealed and executed; or it may be implied in the contract.
In the Bible there are two Covenants-
The Old Covenant which laid out the terms of followers without the Spirit living within. Kept by yearly blood sacrifices.
The New Covenant- Given for those that would have the Spirit of God living within them. Brought about by the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.
Both of these Covenants laid out the responsibilities of both God and man.
A. They were under contract together.
The New Covenant applies to us today.
There are three main benefits of being in Covenant with God.
I. Salvation-
2. Heb 9:11-28 Christ gave his blood for a sacrifice for our sin.
A. Sin was not just covered, it was forgiven.
B. Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
C. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
When we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, we enter into Covenant with God. The Covenant states that we will live in heaven after this life is over.
II. Healing-
Matt 8:17 Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
A. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Mark 16:18 (Believers) They shall lay hands on the sick and they shall recover.
C. Jas 5:14-16 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: (15) And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. (16) Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
3. Luke 13:11-17 Jesus loosed the bowed woman
A. How much more in the New Covenant!
III. Prosperity-
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
A. Prosperity- Having enough money to give to God, pay your bills, and enjoy life.
B. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
C. Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Having a Covenant with God is to walk in blessing. It's his will for you.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Do you have a Covenant with God?
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1. Hebrews 8:1-6 A Better Covenant
A. Covenant- Disposition(order, method, arrangement); Contract; Will. Greek
B. Webster- To come; a coming together; a meeting or agreement of minds; A mutual consent or agreement of two or more persons, to do or to forbear some act or thing; a contract; stipulation. A covenant is created by deed in writing, sealed and executed; or it may be implied in the contract.
In the Bible there are two Covenants-
The Old Covenant which laid out the terms of followers without the Spirit living within. Kept by yearly blood sacrifices.
The New Covenant- Given for those that would have the Spirit of God living within them. Brought about by the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.
Both of these Covenants laid out the responsibilities of both God and man.
A. They were under contract together.
The New Covenant applies to us today.
There are three main benefits of being in Covenant with God.
I. Salvation-
2. Heb 9:11-28 Christ gave his blood for a sacrifice for our sin.
A. Sin was not just covered, it was forgiven.
B. Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
C. 2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
When we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, we enter into Covenant with God. The Covenant states that we will live in heaven after this life is over.
II. Healing-
Matt 8:17 Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
A. 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Mark 16:18 (Believers) They shall lay hands on the sick and they shall recover.
C. Jas 5:14-16 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: (15) And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. (16) Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
3. Luke 13:11-17 Jesus loosed the bowed woman
A. How much more in the New Covenant!
III. Prosperity-
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
A. Prosperity- Having enough money to give to God, pay your bills, and enjoy life.
B. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
C. Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Having a Covenant with God is to walk in blessing. It's his will for you.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Do you have a Covenant with God?
Ready or Not
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1. 2Tim 4:9-10 Loved this present world.
There is nothing in this world better than Jesus.
A. Fishing- The fish he sends have coins in their mouth.
B. Hunting- He sends animals 2x2.
C. Shopping- What he sells is free and last for a lifetime.
D. Baseball- He always pitches a no hitter and every at bat is a home run.
E. Basketball- He never misses a basket and blocks every shot of the opponent.
F. Football- Every possession is a touchdown and never allows the opposing team in the end zone nor to kick a field goal.
G. Boxing- He has never lost a fight and wins every match with a knockout.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
The world is temporary- Jesus is eternal.
Do you really have Jesus in your life?
A. I'm not talking about going through the motions until there is trouble.
B. Does your relationship put Jesus before anything else in your life.
Well I try, but we are just so busy.
A. Acronym for busy- Bound Under Satan's Yolk
2. Luke 14:16-35 The Great Supper
A. Excuses are not enough.
B. Jesus must be first in your life- Even above yourself.
C. Count the cost.
E. Don't lose your savour.
Jesus gave his life for every one of us on the cross.
A. All he asks in return is that we give our lives to him- Not literally, but sold out.
3. Matt 7:21-23 He that doeth the will of my Father.
A. Mat 7:23 And then I will say to them openly (publicly), I never knew you; depart from Me, you who act wickedly [disregarding My commands]. [Ps. 6:8.]
1. 2Tim 4:6-8 Finished my course
A. Love his appearing.
4. 1Thes 4:16-17 Caught Up.
There are two ways we will leave this world: Death or Rapture
Are You Ready?
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1. 2Tim 4:9-10 Loved this present world.
There is nothing in this world better than Jesus.
A. Fishing- The fish he sends have coins in their mouth.
B. Hunting- He sends animals 2x2.
C. Shopping- What he sells is free and last for a lifetime.
D. Baseball- He always pitches a no hitter and every at bat is a home run.
E. Basketball- He never misses a basket and blocks every shot of the opponent.
F. Football- Every possession is a touchdown and never allows the opposing team in the end zone nor to kick a field goal.
G. Boxing- He has never lost a fight and wins every match with a knockout.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
The world is temporary- Jesus is eternal.
Do you really have Jesus in your life?
A. I'm not talking about going through the motions until there is trouble.
B. Does your relationship put Jesus before anything else in your life.
Well I try, but we are just so busy.
A. Acronym for busy- Bound Under Satan's Yolk
2. Luke 14:16-35 The Great Supper
A. Excuses are not enough.
B. Jesus must be first in your life- Even above yourself.
C. Count the cost.
E. Don't lose your savour.
Jesus gave his life for every one of us on the cross.
A. All he asks in return is that we give our lives to him- Not literally, but sold out.
3. Matt 7:21-23 He that doeth the will of my Father.
A. Mat 7:23 And then I will say to them openly (publicly), I never knew you; depart from Me, you who act wickedly [disregarding My commands]. [Ps. 6:8.]
1. 2Tim 4:6-8 Finished my course
A. Love his appearing.
4. 1Thes 4:16-17 Caught Up.
There are two ways we will leave this world: Death or Rapture
Are You Ready?
Elevated
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1. Proverbs 29:18 No vision.
A. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]--blessed (happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he. AMP
Having redemptive revelation of God means I know what God has done and where he has brought me from- Also where he wants me to go.
2. 2Peter 1:2-9 Blind and forgotten.
A. Most folks don't have a clue who they are in Christ Jesus.
B. They refer to themselves as sinners saved by grace.
C. They say we are just common people.
In Acts 10 God told Peter not to call what he had cleansed common.
We are not common and we are not sinners.
Common- Of no rank or superior excellence: It signifies not distinguished by excellence or superiority. Chracterized by a lack of priviledge or special status.
3. Eph 2:1-13 We were before but not now.
A. We have raised to an elevated place in Christ Jesus.
B. We are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus unto good works.
Quit acting like you are a nothing or a nobody- God doesn't make junk.
We have been elevated from a servant to an heir and joint heir with Jesus Christ.
A. Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ.
B. Gal 4:7 Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.
4. Rev 1:5-6 Kings and Priests
5. 1Peter 2:9-10 Royal Priesthood
Because of the redemptive work of Christ, we are now the body of Christ and member in particular.
We have been elevated to a place of power and authority so that we can occupy until he comes.
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1. Proverbs 29:18 No vision.
A. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]--blessed (happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he. AMP
Having redemptive revelation of God means I know what God has done and where he has brought me from- Also where he wants me to go.
2. 2Peter 1:2-9 Blind and forgotten.
A. Most folks don't have a clue who they are in Christ Jesus.
B. They refer to themselves as sinners saved by grace.
C. They say we are just common people.
In Acts 10 God told Peter not to call what he had cleansed common.
We are not common and we are not sinners.
Common- Of no rank or superior excellence: It signifies not distinguished by excellence or superiority. Chracterized by a lack of priviledge or special status.
3. Eph 2:1-13 We were before but not now.
A. We have raised to an elevated place in Christ Jesus.
B. We are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus unto good works.
Quit acting like you are a nothing or a nobody- God doesn't make junk.
We have been elevated from a servant to an heir and joint heir with Jesus Christ.
A. Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ.
B. Gal 4:7 Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.
4. Rev 1:5-6 Kings and Priests
5. 1Peter 2:9-10 Royal Priesthood
Because of the redemptive work of Christ, we are now the body of Christ and member in particular.
We have been elevated to a place of power and authority so that we can occupy until he comes.
What About Halloween
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1. Romans 6:16 Whom ye yield yourselves.
A. Mat 6:21-24 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. (22) The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. (23) But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness! (24) No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
B. Mat 6:21 It's obvious, isn't it? The place where your treasure is, is the place you will most want to be, and end up being. MSG
C. 3Jn 1:11 Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.
How do I make sure I'm following good?
A. 1Th 5:21-22 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. (22) Abstain from all appearance of evil.
B. 1Jn 4:1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
What about taking part in Halloween?
A. Dates back over 2000 years to the Celetics.
a. Originally eve of the day of the dead--Festval of Sam Hain (sow-in).
b. Spirits believed to roam the earth.
c. People disguised themselves.
d. Carved gourds to ward off demons.
e. Left treats out to prevent spirits from entering the house.
f. Later witchcraft and satanism adolpted it.
Sounds like Halloween today! The same rituals are practiced.
A. It is socially accepted by the world today. Just because something is acceptable to the world, it does not make it right!
A. Abortion
B. Homosexuality
C. Devil Worship
D. Schools celebrate it- even churches.
E. Dress our kids as witches, ghosts, and goblins.(Imitaion is flattery)
F. Create an atmosphere of fear. (Uneasy mind upon the thought of future evil likely to befall us.) Once in the mind, the devil will use it when the time is right.
G. Carve pumpkins.
H. Give out treats to prevent tricks.
I. Over 6 billion spent- second biggest holiday. 2021 Americans spent $490 million on costumes for their pets.- 1/4 of the candy sold in America is sold for Halloween.
Those that don't celebrate it are usually ridiculed. It's for the kids-Innocent fun.
A. Remember that the first taste of alcohol, drugs, or sex is usually innocent kids having fun.
B. Rom 13:14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.
Who are you putting on when you or your child dress up for Halloween?
A. But all my friends/childrens friends are...I don't want them to feel left out! Will you feel the same way when the friends are doing drugs and other things?
Devil Worshippers call it their holiday.
What does God say about it?
2. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
3. Deut 18:9-12 Abomination to the Lord.
A. NLT "When you enter the land the LORD your God is giving you, be very careful not to imitate the detestable customs of the nations living there. (10) For example, never sacrifice your son or daughter as a burnt offering. And do not let your people practice fortune-telling, or use sorcery, or interpret omens, or engage in witchcraft, (11) or cast spells, or function as mediums or psychics, or call forth the spirits of the dead. (12) Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD. It is because the other nations have done these detestable things that the LORD your God will drive them out ahead of you.
4. 1Corinth 10:20-21 Cannot drink the cup
Pro 22:5-6 Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them. (6) Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
We spend all year training our kids in the way of the Lord- Why confuse them with this?
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1. Romans 6:16 Whom ye yield yourselves.
A. Mat 6:21-24 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. (22) The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. (23) But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness! (24) No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
B. Mat 6:21 It's obvious, isn't it? The place where your treasure is, is the place you will most want to be, and end up being. MSG
C. 3Jn 1:11 Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.
How do I make sure I'm following good?
A. 1Th 5:21-22 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. (22) Abstain from all appearance of evil.
B. 1Jn 4:1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
What about taking part in Halloween?
A. Dates back over 2000 years to the Celetics.
a. Originally eve of the day of the dead--Festval of Sam Hain (sow-in).
b. Spirits believed to roam the earth.
c. People disguised themselves.
d. Carved gourds to ward off demons.
e. Left treats out to prevent spirits from entering the house.
f. Later witchcraft and satanism adolpted it.
Sounds like Halloween today! The same rituals are practiced.
A. It is socially accepted by the world today. Just because something is acceptable to the world, it does not make it right!
A. Abortion
B. Homosexuality
C. Devil Worship
D. Schools celebrate it- even churches.
E. Dress our kids as witches, ghosts, and goblins.(Imitaion is flattery)
F. Create an atmosphere of fear. (Uneasy mind upon the thought of future evil likely to befall us.) Once in the mind, the devil will use it when the time is right.
G. Carve pumpkins.
H. Give out treats to prevent tricks.
I. Over 6 billion spent- second biggest holiday. 2021 Americans spent $490 million on costumes for their pets.- 1/4 of the candy sold in America is sold for Halloween.
Those that don't celebrate it are usually ridiculed. It's for the kids-Innocent fun.
A. Remember that the first taste of alcohol, drugs, or sex is usually innocent kids having fun.
B. Rom 13:14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.
Who are you putting on when you or your child dress up for Halloween?
A. But all my friends/childrens friends are...I don't want them to feel left out! Will you feel the same way when the friends are doing drugs and other things?
Devil Worshippers call it their holiday.
What does God say about it?
2. 2Corinth 6:14-18 Come out from among them.
3. Deut 18:9-12 Abomination to the Lord.
A. NLT "When you enter the land the LORD your God is giving you, be very careful not to imitate the detestable customs of the nations living there. (10) For example, never sacrifice your son or daughter as a burnt offering. And do not let your people practice fortune-telling, or use sorcery, or interpret omens, or engage in witchcraft, (11) or cast spells, or function as mediums or psychics, or call forth the spirits of the dead. (12) Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD. It is because the other nations have done these detestable things that the LORD your God will drive them out ahead of you.
4. 1Corinth 10:20-21 Cannot drink the cup
Pro 22:5-6 Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them. (6) Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
We spend all year training our kids in the way of the Lord- Why confuse them with this?
Break Forth
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1. Numbers 23:16-25 Balak gets Balaam to curse Israel.
A. Num 23:8 How shall I curse, whom God hath not cursed? or how shall I defy, whom the LORD hath not defied?
B. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
There is nothing the enemy can do to stop us if we will just push on through.
2. Gen 38:27-30 Tamar gives birth to twins.
A. The name Parez means breaking forth.
It is time for the children of God to break forth.
A. Time for us to come out of the closet.
B. Time for us to come out of fear.
C. Time for us to come out of complacency
D. It's time for a recommitment to God.
There are a lot of things happening to cause discouragement, but we need to strenghten ourselves in the Lord.
3. Acts 4:7-31 Peter and John are threatened after they healed the man at the temple gate.
A. Should we do what you say or what God says?
B. They spake the Word of God with boldness.
Quit worrying about what's going on and start breaking forth into your inheritance.
4. Isaiah 54:11-17 No weapon formed.
A. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord.
It's time to break out of the box the world has tried to put us in.
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1. Numbers 23:16-25 Balak gets Balaam to curse Israel.
A. Num 23:8 How shall I curse, whom God hath not cursed? or how shall I defy, whom the LORD hath not defied?
B. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
There is nothing the enemy can do to stop us if we will just push on through.
2. Gen 38:27-30 Tamar gives birth to twins.
A. The name Parez means breaking forth.
It is time for the children of God to break forth.
A. Time for us to come out of the closet.
B. Time for us to come out of fear.
C. Time for us to come out of complacency
D. It's time for a recommitment to God.
There are a lot of things happening to cause discouragement, but we need to strenghten ourselves in the Lord.
3. Acts 4:7-31 Peter and John are threatened after they healed the man at the temple gate.
A. Should we do what you say or what God says?
B. They spake the Word of God with boldness.
Quit worrying about what's going on and start breaking forth into your inheritance.
4. Isaiah 54:11-17 No weapon formed.
A. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord.
It's time to break out of the box the world has tried to put us in.
Our Mouth
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1. Mark 11:22-26 Have faith in God.
Jesus did not operate as a God-- But by the Spirit.
V. 22-Have faith V.23. How to operate in faith V.24 the prayer of faith V.25-26 Greatest hinderance to faith.
If we want to receive from God we must be quick to Repent, Forgive, Believe.
Jesus went from a tree:Luk 17:6 And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you.
to a mountain to a whosoever to a whatsoever.
Its not all up to God what we have in life.----What are we saying?
Our mouth is our biggest problem!
2. 2Corinth 4:13 The Spirit of faith.
A. Our mouth/speaker must be hooked up to our believer.
B. Our speaker cannot be hooked up to our feeling or circumstances.
*The door to the supernatural is opened by our speaking and believing.
In Mark 11:23 Jesus said say 3 times and believe once.
Your words carry authority.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
The people were impressed by the Words of Jesus.
Mar 1:22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.
What we say in adversity counts.
3. 1Samuel 17: David talked trash to Goliath.
A. We need to get up in the morning talking trash to the devil.
Acts 16:22-33 Paul and Silas were beaten and bound, but they forgot to tape up their mouth.
We need to start opening our mouth and declaring our faith.
Job 22:28-30 Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. (29) When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person. (30) He shall deliver the island of the innocent: and it is delivered by the pureness of thine hands.
Job 22:30 He will even deliver the one [for whom you intercede] who is not innocent; yes, he will be delivered through the cleanness of your hands. [Job 42:7, 8.] AMP
Let's stop using our mouth to murmur and complain and start using it to speak faith.
It will change our world.
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1. Mark 11:22-26 Have faith in God.
Jesus did not operate as a God-- But by the Spirit.
V. 22-Have faith V.23. How to operate in faith V.24 the prayer of faith V.25-26 Greatest hinderance to faith.
If we want to receive from God we must be quick to Repent, Forgive, Believe.
Jesus went from a tree:Luk 17:6 And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you.
to a mountain to a whosoever to a whatsoever.
Its not all up to God what we have in life.----What are we saying?
Our mouth is our biggest problem!
2. 2Corinth 4:13 The Spirit of faith.
A. Our mouth/speaker must be hooked up to our believer.
B. Our speaker cannot be hooked up to our feeling or circumstances.
*The door to the supernatural is opened by our speaking and believing.
In Mark 11:23 Jesus said say 3 times and believe once.
Your words carry authority.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. (21) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
The people were impressed by the Words of Jesus.
Mar 1:22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.
What we say in adversity counts.
3. 1Samuel 17: David talked trash to Goliath.
A. We need to get up in the morning talking trash to the devil.
Acts 16:22-33 Paul and Silas were beaten and bound, but they forgot to tape up their mouth.
We need to start opening our mouth and declaring our faith.
Job 22:28-30 Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. (29) When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person. (30) He shall deliver the island of the innocent: and it is delivered by the pureness of thine hands.
Job 22:30 He will even deliver the one [for whom you intercede] who is not innocent; yes, he will be delivered through the cleanness of your hands. [Job 42:7, 8.] AMP
Let's stop using our mouth to murmur and complain and start using it to speak faith.
It will change our world.
Blessed of God
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The Blessing of God has already been given to us, but we need to activate it.
It starts with commitment.
1. Psalm 37:3-9 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Pro 16:2-3 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. (3) Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
2. Psalms 119:1-3 Blessed are they......
A. Exo 32:26 Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the LORD's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
I. God knows where our heart is.
A. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
B. Psa 44:20-21 If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god; (21) Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart.
C. Psa 78:36-37 Nevertheless they did flatter him with their mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues. (37) For their heart was not right with him, neither were they steadfast in his covenant.
II. We must be open and honest with God.
A. Psa 26:2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.
B. Psa 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: (24) And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
III. We can't expect blessing if we are not commited to him.
A. Psa 66:18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:
IV. If we hold to our commitment and walk uprightly we can expect the blessings of the Lord.
3. Psalm 37:29-40 None of his steps shall slide.
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The Blessing of God has already been given to us, but we need to activate it.
It starts with commitment.
1. Psalm 37:3-9 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Pro 16:2-3 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. (3) Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
2. Psalms 119:1-3 Blessed are they......
A. Exo 32:26 Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the LORD's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
I. God knows where our heart is.
A. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
B. Psa 44:20-21 If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god; (21) Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart.
C. Psa 78:36-37 Nevertheless they did flatter him with their mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues. (37) For their heart was not right with him, neither were they steadfast in his covenant.
II. We must be open and honest with God.
A. Psa 26:2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.
B. Psa 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: (24) And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
III. We can't expect blessing if we are not commited to him.
A. Psa 66:18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:
IV. If we hold to our commitment and walk uprightly we can expect the blessings of the Lord.
3. Psalm 37:29-40 None of his steps shall slide.
Build the Wall
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1. Nehemiah 1 He repents and brings his request to God.
2. Neh 2 God gives him favor with the king and goes and accesses the situation.
A. You can't fix what you don't know is broken.
B. He gets the help he needs to fix it.
C. He faces opposition.
In Chapter 3 Everyone does their part
3. Neh 4 When Sanballat heard that they built the walls, he got mad and mocked them.
A. Neh 4:3 Now Tobiah the Ammonite was by him, and he said, Even that which they build, if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall.
B. Nehemiah prays against them and built the wall.
Neh 4:6 So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.
C. Because of the threatening, Nehemiah has everyone arm themselves and watch out for each other.
D. The only time the took their clothes off was to wash them.
4. Neh 6:1-3 Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem try to trick Nehemiah.
A. They lie on him because he won't stop building the wall.
B. They hired a guy to prophecy falsely.
C. Nehemiah would not go into hiding for fear.
Neh 6:15-16 So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty and two days. (16) And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God.
It is important to have the right kind of wall.
A. A wall keeps unwanted things from coming in anytime they want.
B. The right wall has a gate where anything wanting in must come to enter.
b. Some people build a wall and keep everything out- They cut themselves off.
Christians must build spiritual walls
A. Walls built upon the principals of the Word of God.
B. We must vet anything wanting to come in our gates.
C. We must watch for an part of the wall that needs reinforced.
D. We must maintain the walls in spite of opposition that tries to draw us away.
Allowing what we need to come in and refusing what is not needed will keep us strong and fortified.
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1. Nehemiah 1 He repents and brings his request to God.
2. Neh 2 God gives him favor with the king and goes and accesses the situation.
A. You can't fix what you don't know is broken.
B. He gets the help he needs to fix it.
C. He faces opposition.
In Chapter 3 Everyone does their part
3. Neh 4 When Sanballat heard that they built the walls, he got mad and mocked them.
A. Neh 4:3 Now Tobiah the Ammonite was by him, and he said, Even that which they build, if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall.
B. Nehemiah prays against them and built the wall.
Neh 4:6 So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.
C. Because of the threatening, Nehemiah has everyone arm themselves and watch out for each other.
D. The only time the took their clothes off was to wash them.
4. Neh 6:1-3 Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem try to trick Nehemiah.
A. They lie on him because he won't stop building the wall.
B. They hired a guy to prophecy falsely.
C. Nehemiah would not go into hiding for fear.
Neh 6:15-16 So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty and two days. (16) And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God.
It is important to have the right kind of wall.
A. A wall keeps unwanted things from coming in anytime they want.
B. The right wall has a gate where anything wanting in must come to enter.
b. Some people build a wall and keep everything out- They cut themselves off.
Christians must build spiritual walls
A. Walls built upon the principals of the Word of God.
B. We must vet anything wanting to come in our gates.
C. We must watch for an part of the wall that needs reinforced.
D. We must maintain the walls in spite of opposition that tries to draw us away.
Allowing what we need to come in and refusing what is not needed will keep us strong and fortified.
Walking in Our Authority
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1. Luke 4:31-36 Jesus spoke with authority and power.
A. The Word carries authority.
B. In the synagogue there was a man with a devil in him.
C. With authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits and the come out.
We should be speaking with authority and power.
A. Enough letting the devil get his way.
Illustration: The old woman scolding her dog.
2. Luke 10:17-20 We have power over the enemy.
A. Our right to exercise authority over the spirits comes from the fact that our names are written in heaven.
The enemy has to surrender to the greater power-- but he doesn't do it without a fight.
Anything worth having is worth fighting for.
3. Matt 11:12 The kingdom of heaven suffereth violence.
A. The Pharasees and the elites thought they had a lock on heaven.
B. John opened the way for all to receive heaven.
We need to start enforcing the kingdom in our own lives.
A. We are not second rate citizens.
B. We are sons and daughters of God.
What is the kingdom?
4. Romans 14:17 Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Right standing with God.
B. Peace that the world cannot have.
C. Joy that the world cannot understand.
When I let these things reign in my life, the devil's power over me is broken.
NGC 9-11-22
1. Luke 4:31-36 Jesus spoke with authority and power.
A. The Word carries authority.
B. In the synagogue there was a man with a devil in him.
C. With authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits and the come out.
We should be speaking with authority and power.
A. Enough letting the devil get his way.
Illustration: The old woman scolding her dog.
2. Luke 10:17-20 We have power over the enemy.
A. Our right to exercise authority over the spirits comes from the fact that our names are written in heaven.
The enemy has to surrender to the greater power-- but he doesn't do it without a fight.
Anything worth having is worth fighting for.
3. Matt 11:12 The kingdom of heaven suffereth violence.
A. The Pharasees and the elites thought they had a lock on heaven.
B. John opened the way for all to receive heaven.
We need to start enforcing the kingdom in our own lives.
A. We are not second rate citizens.
B. We are sons and daughters of God.
What is the kingdom?
4. Romans 14:17 Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Right standing with God.
B. Peace that the world cannot have.
C. Joy that the world cannot understand.
When I let these things reign in my life, the devil's power over me is broken.
The House That Stands
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1. Luke 6:46-49 Parable of the builders.
2. Matt 7:24-29 Same parable.
What is this parable saying to us?
I. All are building:
A. Every person is building a life, family, home, character or even a natural building.
a. Everyone is considered a house: Mat 12:44 Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.
b. Family: 1Ti 3:4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
c. The Church:Heb 3:6 But Christ as a son over his own house; whose house are we, if we hold fast the confidence and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end.
II. All are either Wise or Foolish:
A. Jesus spoke about these two builders.
a. Pro 14:1 Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.
b. Pro 9:1 Wisdom hath built her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars:
c. Pro 24:3-4 Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established: (4) And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
*Knowledge is acquistion of the facts- Observation
*Understanding is the explanation of the facts- Interpretation
*Wisdom is the application of facts- Application
III. There are three major things in building a house, natural or spiritual.
A. Proper Foundation:
a. These parables say the wise man built upon a rock foundation- Lukes says he dug deep.
b. Psa 11:3 If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?
c. Christ said- Upon this rock I will build my church Matt 16:18
d. Abraham: Heb 11:10 For he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. The city had twelve foundations in Revelations 21-22.
3. Eph 2:19-20 We are to be built upon the foundation of the Word.
B. Proper Structure:
a. A house must have good famework to with stand the storms that come.
b. Our framework must be based upon the word of God.
c. The Ark and the Tabernacle were built to God's specifications.
d. A wise builder builds his framework within the government of God.
C. Proper Covering:
a. Every house must have a proper roof.
b. God specified the Tabernacle covering.
c. Every person needs a spiritual covering. Accountability!
IV. Threefold Test of the House
A. The floods tested the foundation.
a. We are being flooded with false religions and doctrines.
b. Isaiah 59:19 The enemy will come in like a flood.
B. The Winds Tested the Structure.
a. The same winds blew against both houses.
b. Eph 4:14 That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;
c. The wise man builds to withstand the winds that will blow.
C. The Rains Tested the Covering.
a. Both houses experienced the same rain. It rains on the Just and Unjust.
b. Wise builders have a covering that will stand to protect them in a storm.
The foolish man's house went up faster, but the wise man's house stood firm.
The Wise Man The Foolish Man
built a house built a house
laid a foundation without a foundation
on a rock on the sand
the rains descended the rains descended
the floods came the floods came
the winds blew the winds blew
it fell not great was the fall
house not ruined great was the ruin
heard the word heard the word
obeyed the word obeyed not the word
a hearer and doer of Christ's saying a hearer and not a doer
Moral: In order to stand against the storms of life, we must hear and do the Word.
NGC 9-7-22
1. Luke 6:46-49 Parable of the builders.
2. Matt 7:24-29 Same parable.
What is this parable saying to us?
I. All are building:
A. Every person is building a life, family, home, character or even a natural building.
a. Everyone is considered a house: Mat 12:44 Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.
b. Family: 1Ti 3:4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
c. The Church:Heb 3:6 But Christ as a son over his own house; whose house are we, if we hold fast the confidence and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end.
II. All are either Wise or Foolish:
A. Jesus spoke about these two builders.
a. Pro 14:1 Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.
b. Pro 9:1 Wisdom hath built her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars:
c. Pro 24:3-4 Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established: (4) And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
*Knowledge is acquistion of the facts- Observation
*Understanding is the explanation of the facts- Interpretation
*Wisdom is the application of facts- Application
III. There are three major things in building a house, natural or spiritual.
A. Proper Foundation:
a. These parables say the wise man built upon a rock foundation- Lukes says he dug deep.
b. Psa 11:3 If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?
c. Christ said- Upon this rock I will build my church Matt 16:18
d. Abraham: Heb 11:10 For he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. The city had twelve foundations in Revelations 21-22.
3. Eph 2:19-20 We are to be built upon the foundation of the Word.
B. Proper Structure:
a. A house must have good famework to with stand the storms that come.
b. Our framework must be based upon the word of God.
c. The Ark and the Tabernacle were built to God's specifications.
d. A wise builder builds his framework within the government of God.
C. Proper Covering:
a. Every house must have a proper roof.
b. God specified the Tabernacle covering.
c. Every person needs a spiritual covering. Accountability!
IV. Threefold Test of the House
A. The floods tested the foundation.
a. We are being flooded with false religions and doctrines.
b. Isaiah 59:19 The enemy will come in like a flood.
B. The Winds Tested the Structure.
a. The same winds blew against both houses.
b. Eph 4:14 That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;
c. The wise man builds to withstand the winds that will blow.
C. The Rains Tested the Covering.
a. Both houses experienced the same rain. It rains on the Just and Unjust.
b. Wise builders have a covering that will stand to protect them in a storm.
The foolish man's house went up faster, but the wise man's house stood firm.
The Wise Man The Foolish Man
built a house built a house
laid a foundation without a foundation
on a rock on the sand
the rains descended the rains descended
the floods came the floods came
the winds blew the winds blew
it fell not great was the fall
house not ruined great was the ruin
heard the word heard the word
obeyed the word obeyed not the word
a hearer and doer of Christ's saying a hearer and not a doer
Moral: In order to stand against the storms of life, we must hear and do the Word.
From Test to Triump
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1. 1Peter 1:13-21 Hope to the end.
A. 1Pe 1:13 So then, have your minds ready for action. Keep alert and set your hope completely on the blessing which will be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. GNB
We must keep reminding ourselves of the rewards that are before us.
A. Anyone can quit- It's those who persevere that recieve the reward.
2. Heb 10:25-39 We don't draw back.
A. Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
We have to hold on no matter what kind of battle we are going through.
3. Gen 32:17-29 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
A. We must determine that we are not letting go until we get our blessing.
Staying faithful until the blessing comes is part of the plan of God.
4. Gen 22:1-13 God already had Abraham's blessing tied up
A. It couldn't have been easy for Abraham to put his son on the altar.
B. Heb 11:17-19 By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, (18) Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called: (19) Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
Abraham was willing to give up his son to stay faithful to God.
A. A lot of folks won't give up 2-4 hours a week to stay faithful.
Being a Child of God doesn't mean we won't have struggles- It means we will stay faithful through whatever comes our way.
Our breakthrough, our blessing is just on the other side of the obstacle in front of us.
NGC 9-4-22
1. 1Peter 1:13-21 Hope to the end.
A. 1Pe 1:13 So then, have your minds ready for action. Keep alert and set your hope completely on the blessing which will be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. GNB
We must keep reminding ourselves of the rewards that are before us.
A. Anyone can quit- It's those who persevere that recieve the reward.
2. Heb 10:25-39 We don't draw back.
A. Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
We have to hold on no matter what kind of battle we are going through.
3. Gen 32:17-29 Jacob wouldn't let go until the angel blessed him.
A. We must determine that we are not letting go until we get our blessing.
Staying faithful until the blessing comes is part of the plan of God.
4. Gen 22:1-13 God already had Abraham's blessing tied up
A. It couldn't have been easy for Abraham to put his son on the altar.
B. Heb 11:17-19 By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, (18) Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy seed be called: (19) Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
Abraham was willing to give up his son to stay faithful to God.
A. A lot of folks won't give up 2-4 hours a week to stay faithful.
Being a Child of God doesn't mean we won't have struggles- It means we will stay faithful through whatever comes our way.
Our breakthrough, our blessing is just on the other side of the obstacle in front of us.
Rooted
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1. Mark 11:11 Jesus curses the fig tree.
A. The tree did not die immediately.
B. The next morning it was dried up from the roots.
The root of something is where its life comes from.
In order for us to kill something or make something live we must deal with the roots.
2. Luke 13:6-9 The fig tree that was digged about.
A. The dresser wanted to get fertilzer to the root.
It is important for you and I to stay rooted and grounded in the Word.
A. The Word is the what keeps us rooted.
3. Mark 4:14-17 Have no root in themselves.
A. Weak roots make it easier to fall.
4. Heb 12:14-15 Paul warns against roots springing up.
A. We must keep watch to keep the wrong roots from producing.
Staying faithful to God will keep us growing from the right roots.
5. Col 2:6-7 As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: (7) Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.
Eph 3:16-19 That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; (17) That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, (18) May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; (19) And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
He is the Root we are the branches- Let's produce fruit that glorifies our Father.
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1. Mark 11:11 Jesus curses the fig tree.
A. The tree did not die immediately.
B. The next morning it was dried up from the roots.
The root of something is where its life comes from.
In order for us to kill something or make something live we must deal with the roots.
2. Luke 13:6-9 The fig tree that was digged about.
A. The dresser wanted to get fertilzer to the root.
It is important for you and I to stay rooted and grounded in the Word.
A. The Word is the what keeps us rooted.
3. Mark 4:14-17 Have no root in themselves.
A. Weak roots make it easier to fall.
4. Heb 12:14-15 Paul warns against roots springing up.
A. We must keep watch to keep the wrong roots from producing.
Staying faithful to God will keep us growing from the right roots.
5. Col 2:6-7 As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: (7) Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.
Eph 3:16-19 That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; (17) That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, (18) May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; (19) And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.
He is the Root we are the branches- Let's produce fruit that glorifies our Father.
In Christ
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1. Eph 2:8-22 But now in Christ Jesus
A. We were strangers from the covenants of promise.
B. We had no hope.
C. Without God in the world.
But now in Christ Jesus:
A. We are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
B. We have access to the Father by the Spirit.
C. No more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints and household of God.
D. We are built upon the Rock Jesus Christ into a holy temple.
E. We are a habitation of God through the Spirit.
We were never meant to be outsiders- God created us to be like Him so the world could see Him in us.
V. 1-7 He raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.
No wonder Paul said in Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
We are not glorifying the flesh, but what Christ has done in us.
2. Gal 2:20 We live by the faith of the Son of God.
3. Eph 4:21-24 Put on the new man.
You are not who you used to be!
You are a new creation in the Kingdom of God
A. Son, daughter, King, Priest with all the authority that is carried with those names.
We are in Christ and Christ is in us!
1Jn 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
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1. Eph 2:8-22 But now in Christ Jesus
A. We were strangers from the covenants of promise.
B. We had no hope.
C. Without God in the world.
But now in Christ Jesus:
A. We are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
B. We have access to the Father by the Spirit.
C. No more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints and household of God.
D. We are built upon the Rock Jesus Christ into a holy temple.
E. We are a habitation of God through the Spirit.
We were never meant to be outsiders- God created us to be like Him so the world could see Him in us.
V. 1-7 He raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.
No wonder Paul said in Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
We are not glorifying the flesh, but what Christ has done in us.
2. Gal 2:20 We live by the faith of the Son of God.
3. Eph 4:21-24 Put on the new man.
You are not who you used to be!
You are a new creation in the Kingdom of God
A. Son, daughter, King, Priest with all the authority that is carried with those names.
We are in Christ and Christ is in us!
1Jn 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
The Comparison Trap
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1. 1Sam 8:1-22 Israel Asks for a king.
A. V. 9 The people rejected God in order to do what they wanted.
B. v.18 Samuel warns the people what a king will do.
C. V.19 -20 The people still want a king.
D. The Lord gives them a king.
The children of Israel were looking at other nations.
A. They have a king that you can see- All we have is a God that you can't see.
Be careful of making comparisons based on what you see.
A. All that glitters is not gold.
Serving the Lord may not look as glamorous as other lifestyles but it is the only one that will get you to heaven.
The devil will use the comparison trap to pull you down.
A. Yours may not be as fine, but it is paid for.
B. Genuine worship may not be as flashy as hyped up emotionalism or spiritualism.
I would rather have God and the peace and security that comes with serving Him, than anything the world has to offer.
When you face a giant, you don't compare yourself to him- You compare him to God and understand that you are anointed to be his giant killer.
A. The spies versus David.
Don't look at the world and compare yourself to it.
Look at your God and compare yourself to Him- After all, you are made in His likeness and in His image.
NGC 8-24-22
1. 1Sam 8:1-22 Israel Asks for a king.
A. V. 9 The people rejected God in order to do what they wanted.
B. v.18 Samuel warns the people what a king will do.
C. V.19 -20 The people still want a king.
D. The Lord gives them a king.
The children of Israel were looking at other nations.
A. They have a king that you can see- All we have is a God that you can't see.
Be careful of making comparisons based on what you see.
A. All that glitters is not gold.
Serving the Lord may not look as glamorous as other lifestyles but it is the only one that will get you to heaven.
The devil will use the comparison trap to pull you down.
A. Yours may not be as fine, but it is paid for.
B. Genuine worship may not be as flashy as hyped up emotionalism or spiritualism.
I would rather have God and the peace and security that comes with serving Him, than anything the world has to offer.
When you face a giant, you don't compare yourself to him- You compare him to God and understand that you are anointed to be his giant killer.
A. The spies versus David.
Don't look at the world and compare yourself to it.
Look at your God and compare yourself to Him- After all, you are made in His likeness and in His image.
A Sweet Smell
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1. 1Corinth 15:19-23 Jesus died for the sins of the world.
A. You have been made righteous by the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.
2. 2Corinthians 5:17-21 New creatures
A. We have been given a positon of honor and authority.
B. We have been made righteous through Christ.
Walking in the understanding of who we are will give you peace.
3. Romans 8:1-4 No condemnation
A. When we are in Christ and walk after the Spirit.
Even though we know we have been freed from the law of sin and death, it does not give us the right to do whatever we want.
We represent the Kingdom of Heaven- We must uphold the principles of the Word of God.
4. Eccl 10:1 Dead flies.
A. Ecc 10:1 As dead flies cause even a bottle of perfume to stink, so a little foolishness spoils great wisdom and honor. NLT
You have been anointed- You must guard your anointing from dead flies.
A. Dead attitudes- Dead thinking- dead actions- dead speaking.
Keeping ourselves spiritually fit will keep the perfume fresh.
A. Ecc 10:10 Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That's the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.
Keep your anointing so fresh and sharp that it will knock the devil down fron twenty feet.
NGC 8-21-22
1. 1Corinth 15:19-23 Jesus died for the sins of the world.
A. You have been made righteous by the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.
2. 2Corinthians 5:17-21 New creatures
A. We have been given a positon of honor and authority.
B. We have been made righteous through Christ.
Walking in the understanding of who we are will give you peace.
3. Romans 8:1-4 No condemnation
A. When we are in Christ and walk after the Spirit.
Even though we know we have been freed from the law of sin and death, it does not give us the right to do whatever we want.
We represent the Kingdom of Heaven- We must uphold the principles of the Word of God.
4. Eccl 10:1 Dead flies.
A. Ecc 10:1 As dead flies cause even a bottle of perfume to stink, so a little foolishness spoils great wisdom and honor. NLT
You have been anointed- You must guard your anointing from dead flies.
A. Dead attitudes- Dead thinking- dead actions- dead speaking.
Keeping ourselves spiritually fit will keep the perfume fresh.
A. Ecc 10:10 Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That's the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.
Keep your anointing so fresh and sharp that it will knock the devil down fron twenty feet.
Where Do We Go From Here?
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1. Joshua 24:15-28 The Israelites move into their inheritance.
A. The people looked back at what God had brought them through.
B. The people made a covenant to serve the Lord.
The people had to decide where do we go from here...
Most people live in the moment- They don't think about the future and how today's decision will affect tomorrow.
A. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
Illustrate: High School principal asks a student about his future plans.
A. Go to college get a degree.
B. Get a good job.
C. Find a good wife.
D. Have kids and raise a family.
E. Retire and enjoy my older years.
F. Eventually die.
You better decide where you are going before you die!
2. Luke 15:11-24;25-32 Two sons.
A. The younder son ended up in a hog pen.
B. The older son ended up angry. He had never considered that everything there was already his for the taking.
C. Both sons had to decide where to go from here.
3. Lam 3:22-23 New every morning.
A. Today is a new day.
B. Yesterday is all in the past.
Today I must ask myself Where do I go from here?
NGC 8-14-22
1. Joshua 24:15-28 The Israelites move into their inheritance.
A. The people looked back at what God had brought them through.
B. The people made a covenant to serve the Lord.
The people had to decide where do we go from here...
Most people live in the moment- They don't think about the future and how today's decision will affect tomorrow.
A. Pro 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
Illustrate: High School principal asks a student about his future plans.
A. Go to college get a degree.
B. Get a good job.
C. Find a good wife.
D. Have kids and raise a family.
E. Retire and enjoy my older years.
F. Eventually die.
You better decide where you are going before you die!
2. Luke 15:11-24;25-32 Two sons.
A. The younder son ended up in a hog pen.
B. The older son ended up angry. He had never considered that everything there was already his for the taking.
C. Both sons had to decide where to go from here.
3. Lam 3:22-23 New every morning.
A. Today is a new day.
B. Yesterday is all in the past.
Today I must ask myself Where do I go from here?
Knowing the Time
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1. 2Peter 3:1-18 He is coming.
A. God is trying to give people time to repent.
B. While waiting on the Lord we have to guard ourselves from getting caught up in all the hysteria of the times.
2. Jerm 6:16-19 God is calling for his people to walk in his truth.
A. People don't want to walk in truth.
B. People don't want to hear and obey truth.
The world is divided into to classes: Those who believe and want to know the truth and those who won't believe and reject truth.
3. Matt 13:24-30 Parable of the tares.
A. God has been allowing us to grow up together.
B. Harvest time is upon us.
God has a plan for those that remain faithful.
4. Isaiah 58:12-14 Raise up the foundations of many generations.
A. Worship is a joyful priority.
B. Not saying what pleases the ear, but speaking the truth in love.
C. Delighting ourselves in the Lord.
5. Romans 13:11-14 High time.
We can't get distracted by the smoke and mirrors that are being displayed.
Our focus must remain steadfast on the Lord and his Word.
NGC 8-10-22
1. 2Peter 3:1-18 He is coming.
A. God is trying to give people time to repent.
B. While waiting on the Lord we have to guard ourselves from getting caught up in all the hysteria of the times.
2. Jerm 6:16-19 God is calling for his people to walk in his truth.
A. People don't want to walk in truth.
B. People don't want to hear and obey truth.
The world is divided into to classes: Those who believe and want to know the truth and those who won't believe and reject truth.
3. Matt 13:24-30 Parable of the tares.
A. God has been allowing us to grow up together.
B. Harvest time is upon us.
God has a plan for those that remain faithful.
4. Isaiah 58:12-14 Raise up the foundations of many generations.
A. Worship is a joyful priority.
B. Not saying what pleases the ear, but speaking the truth in love.
C. Delighting ourselves in the Lord.
5. Romans 13:11-14 High time.
We can't get distracted by the smoke and mirrors that are being displayed.
Our focus must remain steadfast on the Lord and his Word.
Mountains
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1. Ezek 20:40 Mine holy mountain.
God uses mountains.
A. From the mountain God spoke to Moses in front of the people
B. On the mountain God gave the commandments.
C. It was in a clift that God showed Moses his back parts.
D. It was at the mouth of a mountain cave that God spoke to Elijah is a still small voice.
The way you look at a mountain will determine what it means for you.
A. Will it be an advantage or an obstacle?
Sometimes there is a mountain there to give you a better view.
A. To help you see from another perspective.
B. An opportunity to use your faith and glorify God.
The same mountain that will give some a better view, will block the view of others.
A. We can't do anything- There is a mountain in our way.
2. Josh 14:7-13 Caleb took his mountain.
A. He had to fight for it even though it had been given to him.
B. V.12 If so the Lord be with me.
You are a child of God! The Lord is always with you!
3. Psalm 121:1-8 Lift up mine eyes.
A. God is always there to back you up.
When dealing with mountains, God has given Believers the best way.
4. Mark 11:22-23 You your faith to move it.
A. Instead of talking about it- Talk to it.
B. Believe what you are saying.
Everyone has mountains come into their life- You have to decide how you will handle it.
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1. Ezek 20:40 Mine holy mountain.
God uses mountains.
A. From the mountain God spoke to Moses in front of the people
B. On the mountain God gave the commandments.
C. It was in a clift that God showed Moses his back parts.
D. It was at the mouth of a mountain cave that God spoke to Elijah is a still small voice.
The way you look at a mountain will determine what it means for you.
A. Will it be an advantage or an obstacle?
Sometimes there is a mountain there to give you a better view.
A. To help you see from another perspective.
B. An opportunity to use your faith and glorify God.
The same mountain that will give some a better view, will block the view of others.
A. We can't do anything- There is a mountain in our way.
2. Josh 14:7-13 Caleb took his mountain.
A. He had to fight for it even though it had been given to him.
B. V.12 If so the Lord be with me.
You are a child of God! The Lord is always with you!
3. Psalm 121:1-8 Lift up mine eyes.
A. God is always there to back you up.
When dealing with mountains, God has given Believers the best way.
4. Mark 11:22-23 You your faith to move it.
A. Instead of talking about it- Talk to it.
B. Believe what you are saying.
Everyone has mountains come into their life- You have to decide how you will handle it.
Your Cause
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1. 1Sam 17:1-51 Is there not a cause?
A. David's purpose for being there was more than bread and cheese.
B. V.42-47 So that all the earth will know there is a God.
C. All this assembly will know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord's.
Zec 4:6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.
2. 2Chron 20: Jehoshaphat called on God.
A. They showed up and praised God.
B. The enemy destroyed one another
3. 2Kings 18 & 19 The King of Assyria threatens Hezekiah thru Rabshakeh
A. Give in to the king and he will take care of you.
B. Don't think that this God you serve will save you.
C. Hezekiah went straight to the man of God.
2Ki 19:6-7 And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say to your master, Thus saith the LORD, Be not afraid of the words which thou hast heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me. (7) Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and shall return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
19:32-37 Concerning the King of Asyria.
If you want victory in your life, you have to take a stand with God.
A. Wishy, washy, in and out doesn't work.
B. Jas 1:6-7 But when you ask Him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. (7) Such people should not expect to receive anything from the Lord.NLT
We need a Cause- We need a Purpose: That Cause, that Purpose is God!
Social issues won't matter- Enviromental issues won't matter- Political issues won't matter- Without God man doesn't have a chance.
This world needs to know the Savior- Our cause is to lift Him up to the lost generations that have been blinded and decieved by the enemy.
Jesus is coming soon and there seems to be little concern.
4. Exodus 32:25-26 Who is on the Lord's side?
A. Only the sons of Levi gathered to him.
Make sure your Cause is right.
NGC 7-31-22
1. 1Sam 17:1-51 Is there not a cause?
A. David's purpose for being there was more than bread and cheese.
B. V.42-47 So that all the earth will know there is a God.
C. All this assembly will know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord's.
Zec 4:6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.
2. 2Chron 20: Jehoshaphat called on God.
A. They showed up and praised God.
B. The enemy destroyed one another
3. 2Kings 18 & 19 The King of Assyria threatens Hezekiah thru Rabshakeh
A. Give in to the king and he will take care of you.
B. Don't think that this God you serve will save you.
C. Hezekiah went straight to the man of God.
2Ki 19:6-7 And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say to your master, Thus saith the LORD, Be not afraid of the words which thou hast heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me. (7) Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and shall return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
19:32-37 Concerning the King of Asyria.
If you want victory in your life, you have to take a stand with God.
A. Wishy, washy, in and out doesn't work.
B. Jas 1:6-7 But when you ask Him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. (7) Such people should not expect to receive anything from the Lord.NLT
We need a Cause- We need a Purpose: That Cause, that Purpose is God!
Social issues won't matter- Enviromental issues won't matter- Political issues won't matter- Without God man doesn't have a chance.
This world needs to know the Savior- Our cause is to lift Him up to the lost generations that have been blinded and decieved by the enemy.
Jesus is coming soon and there seems to be little concern.
4. Exodus 32:25-26 Who is on the Lord's side?
A. Only the sons of Levi gathered to him.
Make sure your Cause is right.
God's Tool Box
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1. Isaiah 55:6-11 His ways are higher.
A. Even though we have the mind of Christ, God is working on things behind the scene that we don't know.
B. It is our job to stay in faith and trust God.
Sometimes we don't understand why we are being attacked.
2. 1Peter 4:12-13 Some strange thing.
A. Everyone goes through things- It's how you go through that makes the difference.
3. 1Corinth 10:13 No temptation.
A. He makes a way of escape.
B. Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
God doesn't make the situation, but God does use the situation.
4. James 1:2-4 Trying of your faith.
A. The end result is perfect, entire, wanting nothing.
Things that seem bad to us are the tools that God uses to fix things.
5. 1Kings 17:1-16 From the brook to the widow.
A. God used the drying of the brook to move Elijah to sustain the widow and her son.
B. The drying of the brook was a tool.
1Kings 18:21-40 How long halt ye between two opinons?
A. God used Elijah's challenge to prove he was God- To bring all the prophets of ball into one place.
B. The challenge was a tool.
Quit thinking every challenge you face is God working against you.
The Red Sea was a tool to destroy Pharoh.
The crucifixion was a tool to destroy the works of the devil and bring salvation to all mankind.
The next time you face something, instead of thinking the worst, remember that God will use some part of it as a tool to bring about good.
NGC 7-24-22
1. Isaiah 55:6-11 His ways are higher.
A. Even though we have the mind of Christ, God is working on things behind the scene that we don't know.
B. It is our job to stay in faith and trust God.
Sometimes we don't understand why we are being attacked.
2. 1Peter 4:12-13 Some strange thing.
A. Everyone goes through things- It's how you go through that makes the difference.
3. 1Corinth 10:13 No temptation.
A. He makes a way of escape.
B. Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
God doesn't make the situation, but God does use the situation.
4. James 1:2-4 Trying of your faith.
A. The end result is perfect, entire, wanting nothing.
Things that seem bad to us are the tools that God uses to fix things.
5. 1Kings 17:1-16 From the brook to the widow.
A. God used the drying of the brook to move Elijah to sustain the widow and her son.
B. The drying of the brook was a tool.
1Kings 18:21-40 How long halt ye between two opinons?
A. God used Elijah's challenge to prove he was God- To bring all the prophets of ball into one place.
B. The challenge was a tool.
Quit thinking every challenge you face is God working against you.
The Red Sea was a tool to destroy Pharoh.
The crucifixion was a tool to destroy the works of the devil and bring salvation to all mankind.
The next time you face something, instead of thinking the worst, remember that God will use some part of it as a tool to bring about good.
Fresh Dose
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1. Matt 6:24-34 Seek ye first.
A. Worry kills faith and worry kills joy.
2. Romans 14:17 Joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Luk 12:15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
3. Acts 13:49-52 Joy in persecution.
4. 1Thes 1:5-10 Recieved the Word in much affliction.
A. With the joy of the Holy Ghost.
B. They preached the Word so Paul didn't have to.
C. They were examples by turning from idols to God.
If they could turn from their idols by the joy of the Holy Ghost, we should too.
Isa 12:3 Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
Col 3:1-3 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. (2) Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. (3) For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
The Church needs a fresh dose of the Holy Ghost.
NGC 7-20-22
1. Matt 6:24-34 Seek ye first.
A. Worry kills faith and worry kills joy.
2. Romans 14:17 Joy in the Holy Ghost.
A. Luk 12:15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
3. Acts 13:49-52 Joy in persecution.
4. 1Thes 1:5-10 Recieved the Word in much affliction.
A. With the joy of the Holy Ghost.
B. They preached the Word so Paul didn't have to.
C. They were examples by turning from idols to God.
If they could turn from their idols by the joy of the Holy Ghost, we should too.
Isa 12:3 Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
Col 3:1-3 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. (2) Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. (3) For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
The Church needs a fresh dose of the Holy Ghost.
The Word Brings Health
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1. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. I can't have or operate in something I don't have knowledge in.
2. Romans 10:13-15;17 We must hear in order to have knowledge.
A. Once we hear then we can have faith.
The more we hear on a subject, the more faith we can have for it.
Let's take healing for example-
3. Proverbs 4:20-22 Health to all their flesh.
A. Psa 107:20-22 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. (21) Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! (22) And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.
Many folks are doubting God's healing power, we ought to be declaring it.
A. People can believe that he died on the cross for our sins, but they have trouble believing he took sickness and disease too.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
When did he do this?
4. 1Peter 2:24 By whose stripes ye were healed.
A. Isa 53:4-5 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. (5) But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
Some people believe the Lord can heal if it's his will--
5. Matt 8:1-3 Jesus says I Will.
A. Jesus said when you've seen me, you've seen the Father. 'His heart'
6. 3John 1:2 I wish above all things.
A. God's will is for us to have a healthy relationship with Him; A healthy body; and a healthy financial status.
The most important of these is Salvation.
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1. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. I can't have or operate in something I don't have knowledge in.
2. Romans 10:13-15;17 We must hear in order to have knowledge.
A. Once we hear then we can have faith.
The more we hear on a subject, the more faith we can have for it.
Let's take healing for example-
3. Proverbs 4:20-22 Health to all their flesh.
A. Psa 107:20-22 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. (21) Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! (22) And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.
Many folks are doubting God's healing power, we ought to be declaring it.
A. People can believe that he died on the cross for our sins, but they have trouble believing he took sickness and disease too.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
When did he do this?
4. 1Peter 2:24 By whose stripes ye were healed.
A. Isa 53:4-5 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. (5) But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
Some people believe the Lord can heal if it's his will--
5. Matt 8:1-3 Jesus says I Will.
A. Jesus said when you've seen me, you've seen the Father. 'His heart'
6. 3John 1:2 I wish above all things.
A. God's will is for us to have a healthy relationship with Him; A healthy body; and a healthy financial status.
The most important of these is Salvation.
Faith is an Action
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1. Romans 10:17-21 Faith comes by hearing
A. You must act on what you hear.
B. Disobedient- Gainsaying: To dispute, refuse- answer again, contradict, deny, speak against.
2. Romans 4:16-22 Fully persuaded.
A. You have to believe that God will do what he said he would do.
3. Acts 27:13-25 I believe God.
A. The situation looked hopeless.
B. It shall be even as it was told me.
Having faith means believing beyond natural senses or natural knowledge.
A. The reason many struggle with faith is because it makes no 'Sense'.
Mary: "How shall this be seeing I know not a man?" Angel: "Holy Ghost"
Having faith in something is making a conscience decision to believe something.
A. People believed in masks.
How about people start believing in God and have faith in Him?
A. Oh I believe in God... Congratulations, you made it to demon level-
Jas 2:19 Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
B. Can you believe in God enough to give your life to Him?
Faith is more than just believing in God- It is taking Him at his word and standing on it.
What makes Faith hard for us is that we won't give up what we know for what he knows.
4. Phil 3:1-14 Paul's objective was to win Christ.
A. You may have accomplished a lot of things, but are you anointed.
B. Are you reaching forth or just satisfied where you are.
Faith is an action word- It hears, believes, speaks, and moves.
NGC 7-10-22
1. Romans 10:17-21 Faith comes by hearing
A. You must act on what you hear.
B. Disobedient- Gainsaying: To dispute, refuse- answer again, contradict, deny, speak against.
2. Romans 4:16-22 Fully persuaded.
A. You have to believe that God will do what he said he would do.
3. Acts 27:13-25 I believe God.
A. The situation looked hopeless.
B. It shall be even as it was told me.
Having faith means believing beyond natural senses or natural knowledge.
A. The reason many struggle with faith is because it makes no 'Sense'.
Mary: "How shall this be seeing I know not a man?" Angel: "Holy Ghost"
Having faith in something is making a conscience decision to believe something.
A. People believed in masks.
How about people start believing in God and have faith in Him?
A. Oh I believe in God... Congratulations, you made it to demon level-
Jas 2:19 Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
B. Can you believe in God enough to give your life to Him?
Faith is more than just believing in God- It is taking Him at his word and standing on it.
What makes Faith hard for us is that we won't give up what we know for what he knows.
4. Phil 3:1-14 Paul's objective was to win Christ.
A. You may have accomplished a lot of things, but are you anointed.
B. Are you reaching forth or just satisfied where you are.
Faith is an action word- It hears, believes, speaks, and moves.
Standing
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1. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
One of the toughest things to do as a Christian is to stand strong.
A. There are all kinds of things trying to manipulate you.
2. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore.
A. When you stand for good, all hell will come against you.
One thing you have to remember is when all hell is coming against you, all heaven is fighting with you.
3. 2Sam 23:11-12 Sammah defended his lentiles.
A. Sometimes you have to stand when no one will stand with you.
4. Exodus 14:10-13 Moses at the Red Sea
A. You have to stand when the situation looks hopeless.
5. Hebrews 11:6-13 These all died in faith
A. The fact that they never saw their promises come to manifestation didn't keep them from standing on them.
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1. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
One of the toughest things to do as a Christian is to stand strong.
A. There are all kinds of things trying to manipulate you.
2. Eph 6:10-14 Stand therefore.
A. When you stand for good, all hell will come against you.
One thing you have to remember is when all hell is coming against you, all heaven is fighting with you.
3. 2Sam 23:11-12 Sammah defended his lentiles.
A. Sometimes you have to stand when no one will stand with you.
4. Exodus 14:10-13 Moses at the Red Sea
A. You have to stand when the situation looks hopeless.
5. Hebrews 11:6-13 These all died in faith
A. The fact that they never saw their promises come to manifestation didn't keep them from standing on them.
Dry Bones
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1. Ezekiel 37:1-14 The valley of dry bones.
A. V.1 First of all God needs someone willing to be carried out in the spirit.
B. V. 2-3 God never asks us a question that he don't already know the answer to.
b. He didn't stop the flow by saying no they can't.
C. V. 4 Nothing dead will live again without the Word of God- It is life.
D. V. 5-6 God tells the bones what he is going to do. He reveals his Word to them.
E. V. 7-8 Ezekiel was willing to prophesy to the very dry bones.
e. Everything came together but there was no breath in them
ee. Rucah- "roo-akh- wind, breath, life.
F. V. 9-10 When the breath came in they stood up.- A great exceeding army.
f. There was still a problem.
G. V. 11 They say:
g. They are saying, 'We have become old, dry bones—all hope is gone. Our nation is finished.' NLT
gg. Listen to what they're saying: 'Our bones are dried up, our hope is gone, there's nothing left of us.' MSG
ggg. They say that they are dried up, without any hope and with no future. GNB
H. V. 12-14 I will open your graves- I will put my spirit in you- I shall place you in your own land.
Then shall ye know that I the Lord have spoken it and performed it
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1. Ezekiel 37:1-14 The valley of dry bones.
A. V.1 First of all God needs someone willing to be carried out in the spirit.
B. V. 2-3 God never asks us a question that he don't already know the answer to.
b. He didn't stop the flow by saying no they can't.
C. V. 4 Nothing dead will live again without the Word of God- It is life.
D. V. 5-6 God tells the bones what he is going to do. He reveals his Word to them.
E. V. 7-8 Ezekiel was willing to prophesy to the very dry bones.
e. Everything came together but there was no breath in them
ee. Rucah- "roo-akh- wind, breath, life.
F. V. 9-10 When the breath came in they stood up.- A great exceeding army.
f. There was still a problem.
G. V. 11 They say:
g. They are saying, 'We have become old, dry bones—all hope is gone. Our nation is finished.' NLT
gg. Listen to what they're saying: 'Our bones are dried up, our hope is gone, there's nothing left of us.' MSG
ggg. They say that they are dried up, without any hope and with no future. GNB
H. V. 12-14 I will open your graves- I will put my spirit in you- I shall place you in your own land.
Then shall ye know that I the Lord have spoken it and performed it
In the Way of the Lord
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1. 2Chron 20:29-32 He walked the way of Asa his father.
A. 1Ki 15:11-14 And Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the LORD, as did David his father. (12) And he took away the sodomites out of the land, and removed all the idols that his fathers had made. (13) And also Maachah his mother, even her he removed from being queen, because she had made an idol in a grove; and Asa destroyed her idol, and burnt it by the brook Kidron. (14) But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the LORD all his days.
Fathers need to be an example to their children.
A. They need to him loving and putting God first in his life.
B. They need to see him loving and respecting their mother.
C. They need to know and feel his love toward them.
The last thing they need is for their dad to go running around acting like some cool playboy who refuses to grow up and act like a man.
Children can't raise children! Children need adult leadership and supervision.
A. They need a parent, not a best friend.
A Father needs to tell their children what to do because they don't know.
A. That's why we have so many confused about gender.
2. Gen 18:17-19 For I know him
A. He will command his children.
B. That the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he had spoken of.
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Sons tend to want be like their fathers: Therefore fathers should be careful not to do something that will be a stumblingblock to their sons coming behind them.
3. 1Kings 15:1-5 He walked in all the sins of his father
A. Abijam did like his father.
B. David did that which was perfect save only in.......
4. 2Samuel 11-12 David's sin with Bathsheba
A. David had 8 wives.
B. 1Kings 1 They brought a young virgin in to David when he was dying.
5. 1Kings 11:1-7 Solomon did evil in the sight of the Lord.
A. David repented after his mess up- Solomon worshiped false Gods with his women.
We need strong men who will be strong fathers for their kids.
The world has tried to act like it doesn't matter who raises a child.
A. Thank God for the single parents who have had to do it own their own.
but; God made the man to lead his family, be the head of his house, and to teach them in the way of the Lord.
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1. 2Chron 20:29-32 He walked the way of Asa his father.
A. 1Ki 15:11-14 And Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the LORD, as did David his father. (12) And he took away the sodomites out of the land, and removed all the idols that his fathers had made. (13) And also Maachah his mother, even her he removed from being queen, because she had made an idol in a grove; and Asa destroyed her idol, and burnt it by the brook Kidron. (14) But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the LORD all his days.
Fathers need to be an example to their children.
A. They need to him loving and putting God first in his life.
B. They need to see him loving and respecting their mother.
C. They need to know and feel his love toward them.
The last thing they need is for their dad to go running around acting like some cool playboy who refuses to grow up and act like a man.
Children can't raise children! Children need adult leadership and supervision.
A. They need a parent, not a best friend.
A Father needs to tell their children what to do because they don't know.
A. That's why we have so many confused about gender.
2. Gen 18:17-19 For I know him
A. He will command his children.
B. That the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he had spoken of.
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Sons tend to want be like their fathers: Therefore fathers should be careful not to do something that will be a stumblingblock to their sons coming behind them.
3. 1Kings 15:1-5 He walked in all the sins of his father
A. Abijam did like his father.
B. David did that which was perfect save only in.......
4. 2Samuel 11-12 David's sin with Bathsheba
A. David had 8 wives.
B. 1Kings 1 They brought a young virgin in to David when he was dying.
5. 1Kings 11:1-7 Solomon did evil in the sight of the Lord.
A. David repented after his mess up- Solomon worshiped false Gods with his women.
We need strong men who will be strong fathers for their kids.
The world has tried to act like it doesn't matter who raises a child.
A. Thank God for the single parents who have had to do it own their own.
but; God made the man to lead his family, be the head of his house, and to teach them in the way of the Lord.
The Big Catch
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1. Luke 5:1-7 Launch out.
A. Launch out into the deep.
Most Christians are just messing around in the shallow water.
a. You can get swooped up by predators in the shallow.
b. You are not really swimming if you can still touch bottom.
c. Ezek 47 The hand of the Lord was upon Ezekiel and brought him to waters to swim in.
d. In shallow water if you fall out of the boat you can just stand up.
Deep Water- Means relying on God completely.
A. In deep water the temperature changes. The deeper you go the cooler it gets.
a. It's really cool when you start getting into the deep things of God- Understanding the Word and receiving what God is revealing.
B. When you get into the deep, it's not as easy to be a victim of a predator.
b. Not everyone who claims to be deep really is....
C. In deep water if you fall out of the boat you will drown if you haven't learned to swim.
Jesus instructed Peter to launch out into the deep and let down the nets for a catch.
A. You have to be willing to launch into the deep- You have to be willing to let down the nets.
B. You have to let go of religious traditions and customs and allow the Word to fill you up.
C. Be careful of holes in your net when you are dragging it in the deep.
c. A small hole will allow a big fish to tear through the net- A little doubt will cause a big revelation to slip right by you.
V.5 -6 Don't let you won understanding of something stop you from getting a boatload from God.
Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (7) Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. (8) It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
It's time for the big catch!
NGC 6-12-22
1. Luke 5:1-7 Launch out.
A. Launch out into the deep.
Most Christians are just messing around in the shallow water.
a. You can get swooped up by predators in the shallow.
b. You are not really swimming if you can still touch bottom.
c. Ezek 47 The hand of the Lord was upon Ezekiel and brought him to waters to swim in.
d. In shallow water if you fall out of the boat you can just stand up.
Deep Water- Means relying on God completely.
A. In deep water the temperature changes. The deeper you go the cooler it gets.
a. It's really cool when you start getting into the deep things of God- Understanding the Word and receiving what God is revealing.
B. When you get into the deep, it's not as easy to be a victim of a predator.
b. Not everyone who claims to be deep really is....
C. In deep water if you fall out of the boat you will drown if you haven't learned to swim.
Jesus instructed Peter to launch out into the deep and let down the nets for a catch.
A. You have to be willing to launch into the deep- You have to be willing to let down the nets.
B. You have to let go of religious traditions and customs and allow the Word to fill you up.
C. Be careful of holes in your net when you are dragging it in the deep.
c. A small hole will allow a big fish to tear through the net- A little doubt will cause a big revelation to slip right by you.
V.5 -6 Don't let you won understanding of something stop you from getting a boatload from God.
Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (7) Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. (8) It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
It's time for the big catch!
The Who
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1. Exodus 3:1-14 Moses and the burning bush.
A. What?- Bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt.
B. Who am I?
C. Who are you?
If you understand and know the Who, the what doesn't matter.
2. 2Chon 20:1-12; 15-25 Jehosaphat against Moab. Ammon, and Seir.
A. Jehoshaphat reaffirmed the Who.
B. You just show up! If we could get folks to just show up!
C. The Lord set ambushments against them.
D. They were three days carrying the spoil.
In the New Testament the Who shows up on earth.
3. Matt 8:5-13 The Centurion comes to Jesus.
A. He knew Who he was.
B. He knew Jesus' authority.
C. His servant was healed.
When you know the Who the what doesn't matter.
4. Mark 5:25-34 Woman with the issue of blood.
A. When she heard of the Who......
5. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus heard that it was Jesus.
A. Once he knew Who it was, they couldn't keep him quiet.
B. He immediately received his sight.
C. And followed Jesus in the way.
Believers need to get their eyes off from the what and focus on the Who.
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1. Exodus 3:1-14 Moses and the burning bush.
A. What?- Bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt.
B. Who am I?
C. Who are you?
If you understand and know the Who, the what doesn't matter.
2. 2Chon 20:1-12; 15-25 Jehosaphat against Moab. Ammon, and Seir.
A. Jehoshaphat reaffirmed the Who.
B. You just show up! If we could get folks to just show up!
C. The Lord set ambushments against them.
D. They were three days carrying the spoil.
In the New Testament the Who shows up on earth.
3. Matt 8:5-13 The Centurion comes to Jesus.
A. He knew Who he was.
B. He knew Jesus' authority.
C. His servant was healed.
When you know the Who the what doesn't matter.
4. Mark 5:25-34 Woman with the issue of blood.
A. When she heard of the Who......
5. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus heard that it was Jesus.
A. Once he knew Who it was, they couldn't keep him quiet.
B. He immediately received his sight.
C. And followed Jesus in the way.
Believers need to get their eyes off from the what and focus on the Who.
New Creature
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1. 2Corinth 5:17 New creature
A. We were not give a new body
B. Old things have passed away.
C. When we update our devices, the programing is changed.
We must update ourselves with the Word once we become new.
We must see ourselves in Christ- In the anointing.
2. Romans 12:1-2 Present and transform.
A. Presenting our bodies means we are allowing God to mold us as he sees fit.
B. Transforming our minds means we change the way we think.
3. Luke 5:37 New wine into new bottles.
A. Jesus was talking about leather wine skins.
B. If we want to receive the new, there must be room for expansion.
The new you cannot be held in the old version of you.
A. There's no room for growth until you get rid of the old wineskin- the old way of thinking.
B. You have to expand your vision if you want to have a better upgraded version of you.
So how do I expand my vision and receive my upgrade?
A. I start believing the Word over anything else I see, hear, or have meen taught.
Being unteachable is the biggest hinderance of growth in the body of Christ.
A. Even if we think we are right about something, we must allow it to be tried by the Word.
When we let the Word of God be the deciding factor in all the affairs of our life, we will see ourselves expanding and growing into the new creature God created us to be.
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1. 2Corinth 5:17 New creature
A. We were not give a new body
B. Old things have passed away.
C. When we update our devices, the programing is changed.
We must update ourselves with the Word once we become new.
We must see ourselves in Christ- In the anointing.
2. Romans 12:1-2 Present and transform.
A. Presenting our bodies means we are allowing God to mold us as he sees fit.
B. Transforming our minds means we change the way we think.
3. Luke 5:37 New wine into new bottles.
A. Jesus was talking about leather wine skins.
B. If we want to receive the new, there must be room for expansion.
The new you cannot be held in the old version of you.
A. There's no room for growth until you get rid of the old wineskin- the old way of thinking.
B. You have to expand your vision if you want to have a better upgraded version of you.
So how do I expand my vision and receive my upgrade?
A. I start believing the Word over anything else I see, hear, or have meen taught.
Being unteachable is the biggest hinderance of growth in the body of Christ.
A. Even if we think we are right about something, we must allow it to be tried by the Word.
When we let the Word of God be the deciding factor in all the affairs of our life, we will see ourselves expanding and growing into the new creature God created us to be.
Wait in Faith
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1. Ephesians 6:10-19 Stand therefore.
A. The hardest part is the waiting.
2. Heb 10:35-37 You have need of patience.
A. We must stay in faith until the promise comes.
Delay is not denial!
3. Exodus 32:1-14 The molten calf
A. It is important to stay connected to God while you are waiting for him.
B. Trying to make something happen will not end well.
Just because you don't see anything happening doesn't mean God is not moving for you.
Don't get nervous!
4. Psalm 37:7-9 Rest in the Lord
A. Fret not thyself to do evil.
B. Idleness can lead to slothfulness- Slothfulness can lead to disobedience.
C. Pro 19:15-16 Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger. (16) He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
5. 2Samuel 11:1-5 David and Bathsheba
A. David wasn't where he was supposed to be.
B. David was bored and laying around.
C. His boredom was an avenue for the enemy to set him up.
D. Eventually David's actions cost him his son's life.
6. Gal 6:7-9 Be not weary.
A. We reap if we faint not.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
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1. Ephesians 6:10-19 Stand therefore.
A. The hardest part is the waiting.
2. Heb 10:35-37 You have need of patience.
A. We must stay in faith until the promise comes.
Delay is not denial!
3. Exodus 32:1-14 The molten calf
A. It is important to stay connected to God while you are waiting for him.
B. Trying to make something happen will not end well.
Just because you don't see anything happening doesn't mean God is not moving for you.
Don't get nervous!
4. Psalm 37:7-9 Rest in the Lord
A. Fret not thyself to do evil.
B. Idleness can lead to slothfulness- Slothfulness can lead to disobedience.
C. Pro 19:15-16 Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger. (16) He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
5. 2Samuel 11:1-5 David and Bathsheba
A. David wasn't where he was supposed to be.
B. David was bored and laying around.
C. His boredom was an avenue for the enemy to set him up.
D. Eventually David's actions cost him his son's life.
6. Gal 6:7-9 Be not weary.
A. We reap if we faint not.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
But........
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1. Jonah 1:1-3 Jonah buts God.
One of the biggest problems God has with us is our buts
A. But God I can't do that!
2. Exodus 4:1-10 Moses buts God.
A. God didn't choose Moses because of his abilities- He chose him because of his heart.
God knows what he is doing- He he choses to use us in a particular way, we need to get our buts out of the way and do what he says.
Some people have a but problem because of other people.
3. John 12:42-43 Chief rulers believed.
A. Don't allow people to be the reason you miss out on so much God has to offer.
B. I would love to go to that church but.........
One but coming out of your mouth can destroy a multitude of faith words.
The word but is the result of limited thinking.
Joh 6:9 There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes: but what are they among so many? (Andrew)
Our God is an unlimited God with unlimited resources!
Not all buts are bad.
4. Romans 5:6-9 But God commendeth his love toward us.
5. Eph 2:4-7 But God who is rich in mercy.
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1. Jonah 1:1-3 Jonah buts God.
One of the biggest problems God has with us is our buts
A. But God I can't do that!
2. Exodus 4:1-10 Moses buts God.
A. God didn't choose Moses because of his abilities- He chose him because of his heart.
God knows what he is doing- He he choses to use us in a particular way, we need to get our buts out of the way and do what he says.
Some people have a but problem because of other people.
3. John 12:42-43 Chief rulers believed.
A. Don't allow people to be the reason you miss out on so much God has to offer.
B. I would love to go to that church but.........
One but coming out of your mouth can destroy a multitude of faith words.
The word but is the result of limited thinking.
Joh 6:9 There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes: but what are they among so many? (Andrew)
Our God is an unlimited God with unlimited resources!
Not all buts are bad.
4. Romans 5:6-9 But God commendeth his love toward us.
5. Eph 2:4-7 But God who is rich in mercy.
Willing and Obedient
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1. Isaiah 1:18-20 Come now and let us reason.
A. Come now! Let's discuss your situation.
If ye be willing-
A. God will not override your will- Even if it means he has to let you go to hell.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. We must be willing to accept Jesus as our Savior.
C. We must be willing to follow Him with our whole heart.
And obedient- You will never be obedient until you are first willing.
A. Obedience is not just mouth service.
Mat 21:28-31 But what think ye? A certain man had two sons; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard. (29) He answered and said, I will not: but afterward he repented, and went. (30) And he came to the second, and said likewise. And he answered and said, I go, sir: and went not. (31) Whether of them twain did the will of his father? They say unto him, The first. Jesus saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That the publicans and the harlots go into the kingdom of God before you.
B. Obedience is doing what the Word says and not what we want to do.
Mat 15:8-9 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. (9) But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
If we are willing to go to church, why wouldn't we want to be taught the Word of God instead of man made doctrines?
Notice that we must be willing and obedient to eat the good of the land.
A. How can I be obedient to the Word I don't know?
But if ye refuse and rebel-
A. Sometimes its not of question of not knowing.
2. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. Rejecting the Word causes us to reap rejection.
We are all prone to the attack of the wicked one, but sometimes when we are not eating the good of the land we should do a self diagnostic.
The children of Israel did not miss out on their promised land because God didn't want then to have it.
A. They were willing to have the promise land.
B. They were not obedient to receive it.
They thought it would be too hard-
A. Doing what God says is not too hard
B. Going to hell is hard.
C. Living with sickness and disease is hard.
D. Living in lack and want is hard.
God doesn't want us to miss out-
A. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
B. Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
If you are not willing it's time to get willing.
If you are not obedient, it's time to get obedient.
God is just waiting to unleash his blessings on you.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
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1. Isaiah 1:18-20 Come now and let us reason.
A. Come now! Let's discuss your situation.
If ye be willing-
A. God will not override your will- Even if it means he has to let you go to hell.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
B. We must be willing to accept Jesus as our Savior.
C. We must be willing to follow Him with our whole heart.
And obedient- You will never be obedient until you are first willing.
A. Obedience is not just mouth service.
Mat 21:28-31 But what think ye? A certain man had two sons; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard. (29) He answered and said, I will not: but afterward he repented, and went. (30) And he came to the second, and said likewise. And he answered and said, I go, sir: and went not. (31) Whether of them twain did the will of his father? They say unto him, The first. Jesus saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That the publicans and the harlots go into the kingdom of God before you.
B. Obedience is doing what the Word says and not what we want to do.
Mat 15:8-9 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. (9) But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
If we are willing to go to church, why wouldn't we want to be taught the Word of God instead of man made doctrines?
Notice that we must be willing and obedient to eat the good of the land.
A. How can I be obedient to the Word I don't know?
But if ye refuse and rebel-
A. Sometimes its not of question of not knowing.
2. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. Rejecting the Word causes us to reap rejection.
We are all prone to the attack of the wicked one, but sometimes when we are not eating the good of the land we should do a self diagnostic.
The children of Israel did not miss out on their promised land because God didn't want then to have it.
A. They were willing to have the promise land.
B. They were not obedient to receive it.
They thought it would be too hard-
A. Doing what God says is not too hard
B. Going to hell is hard.
C. Living with sickness and disease is hard.
D. Living in lack and want is hard.
God doesn't want us to miss out-
A. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
B. Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
If you are not willing it's time to get willing.
If you are not obedient, it's time to get obedient.
God is just waiting to unleash his blessings on you.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
God Uses Women
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1. Proverbs 31:30-31 A woman that feareth the Lord.
A. Let her own works praise her in the gates.
Through customs, traditions, and misunderstanding of the Word, women have had to come through rough times to get to where they are right now.
In the Church there is still much debate as to the roll of the woman.
A. Much of the problem stems from interpretation of the Word.
1Co 14:34-35 Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but they are commanded to be under obedience, as also saith the law. (35) And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church.
1Ti 2:11-12 Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection. (12) But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.
The same Greek word for woman and wife- Man and husband.
2.1Corinth 11:3-16 A woman praying or prophesying.
A. 1Co 11:3-16 But I want you to understand that Christ is supreme over every man, the husband is supreme over his wife, and God is supreme over Christ. (4) So a man who prays or proclaims God's message in public worship with his head covered disgraces Christ. (5) And any woman who prays or proclaims God's message in public worship with nothing on her head disgraces her husband; there is no difference between her and a woman whose head has been shaved. (6) If the woman does not cover her head, she might as well cut her hair. And since it is a shameful thing for a woman to shave her head or cut her hair, she should cover her head. (7) A man has no need to cover his head, because he reflects the image and glory of God. But woman reflects the glory of man; (8) for man was not created from woman, but woman from man. (9) Nor was man created for woman's sake, but woman was created for man's sake. (10) On account of the angels, then, a woman should have a covering over her head to show that she is under her husband's authority. (11) In our life in the Lord, however, woman is not independent of man, nor is man independent of woman. (12) For as woman was made from man, in the same way man is born of woman; and it is God who brings everything into existence. (13) Judge for yourselves whether it is proper for a woman to pray to God in public worship with nothing on her head. (14) Why, nature itself teaches you that long hair on a man is a disgrace, (15) but on a woman it is a thing of beauty. Her long hair has been given her to serve as a covering. (16) But if anyone wants to argue about it, all I have to say is that neither we nor the churches of God have any other custom in worship. GNB
The issue has always been about the woman showing reverence to her husband as he follows Christ. The man is the head of the house.
God does not consider women second class citizens that can't be used in his Kingdom!
3. Judges 4:1-4 Deborah a prophetess.
A. Jdg 5:7 The inhabitants of the villages ceased, they ceased in Israel, until that I Deborah arose, that I arose a mother in Israel.
In Luke 1: God used a woman named Mary to bring Jesus into the earth.
4. Luke 2:36-38 Anna was the first to speak about him.
5. Romans 16:1-3 Phebe
A. Servant-an attendant, that is, (generally) a waiter (at table or in other menial duties); specifically a Christian teacher and pastor (technically a deacon or deaconess): - deacon, minister, servant.
B. Priscilla and Aquila
God has always and will always use women
No wonder they make such excellent Mothers
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1. Proverbs 31:30-31 A woman that feareth the Lord.
A. Let her own works praise her in the gates.
Through customs, traditions, and misunderstanding of the Word, women have had to come through rough times to get to where they are right now.
In the Church there is still much debate as to the roll of the woman.
A. Much of the problem stems from interpretation of the Word.
1Co 14:34-35 Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but they are commanded to be under obedience, as also saith the law. (35) And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church.
1Ti 2:11-12 Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection. (12) But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.
The same Greek word for woman and wife- Man and husband.
2.1Corinth 11:3-16 A woman praying or prophesying.
A. 1Co 11:3-16 But I want you to understand that Christ is supreme over every man, the husband is supreme over his wife, and God is supreme over Christ. (4) So a man who prays or proclaims God's message in public worship with his head covered disgraces Christ. (5) And any woman who prays or proclaims God's message in public worship with nothing on her head disgraces her husband; there is no difference between her and a woman whose head has been shaved. (6) If the woman does not cover her head, she might as well cut her hair. And since it is a shameful thing for a woman to shave her head or cut her hair, she should cover her head. (7) A man has no need to cover his head, because he reflects the image and glory of God. But woman reflects the glory of man; (8) for man was not created from woman, but woman from man. (9) Nor was man created for woman's sake, but woman was created for man's sake. (10) On account of the angels, then, a woman should have a covering over her head to show that she is under her husband's authority. (11) In our life in the Lord, however, woman is not independent of man, nor is man independent of woman. (12) For as woman was made from man, in the same way man is born of woman; and it is God who brings everything into existence. (13) Judge for yourselves whether it is proper for a woman to pray to God in public worship with nothing on her head. (14) Why, nature itself teaches you that long hair on a man is a disgrace, (15) but on a woman it is a thing of beauty. Her long hair has been given her to serve as a covering. (16) But if anyone wants to argue about it, all I have to say is that neither we nor the churches of God have any other custom in worship. GNB
The issue has always been about the woman showing reverence to her husband as he follows Christ. The man is the head of the house.
God does not consider women second class citizens that can't be used in his Kingdom!
3. Judges 4:1-4 Deborah a prophetess.
A. Jdg 5:7 The inhabitants of the villages ceased, they ceased in Israel, until that I Deborah arose, that I arose a mother in Israel.
In Luke 1: God used a woman named Mary to bring Jesus into the earth.
4. Luke 2:36-38 Anna was the first to speak about him.
5. Romans 16:1-3 Phebe
A. Servant-an attendant, that is, (generally) a waiter (at table or in other menial duties); specifically a Christian teacher and pastor (technically a deacon or deaconess): - deacon, minister, servant.
B. Priscilla and Aquila
God has always and will always use women
No wonder they make such excellent Mothers
Selling Out or Sold Out
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1. Romans 8:14-18 There is nothing in this life to compare to the next.
A. Sufferings-From a presumed derivative of G3806; something undergone, that is, hardship or pain; subjectively an emotion or influence: - affection, affliction, motion, suffering.
We act like this life is all there is!
2. 2Tim 4:6-10 Paul knew the rewards for serving Jesus in this life.
A. V.10- Demas wanted immediate gratification.
It seems that many, like Demas, have an addiction problem- They are addicted to the world.
A. Addicts will sell everything they have for nothing more than a temporary feeling.
B. Don't ask us to get involved in church! We've got other stuff to do.
We've sold out our morals and convictions for a temporary fix!
3. Gen 25:34 Esau ate, drank, and rose up and went his way.
A. CEV-Gen 25:34 Jacob then gave Esau some bread and some of the bean stew, and when Esau had finished eating and drinking, he just got up and left, showing how little he thought of his rights as the first-born.
B. We are selling our birthright in this country based on what we feel right now.
C. Christians are doing the same thing.
In the New Testament the disciples were with Jesus almost everywhere he went.
They were there when he turned the water to wine.
They watched him speak to a storm and calm it.
They were there when he gave a lunatic his right mind.
They were there when blind eyes were opened.
They witnessed Lazarus come out of the tomb.
4. Matt 26:14-15 Judas-one of the twelve sold him out.
What is your price? Is it your time? Is it your tithe? Is it your fleshly desires?
Make no mistake; Jesus is coming and he is not looking for excuses;
He is looking for those that are sold out to HIM!
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1. Romans 8:14-18 There is nothing in this life to compare to the next.
A. Sufferings-From a presumed derivative of G3806; something undergone, that is, hardship or pain; subjectively an emotion or influence: - affection, affliction, motion, suffering.
We act like this life is all there is!
2. 2Tim 4:6-10 Paul knew the rewards for serving Jesus in this life.
A. V.10- Demas wanted immediate gratification.
It seems that many, like Demas, have an addiction problem- They are addicted to the world.
A. Addicts will sell everything they have for nothing more than a temporary feeling.
B. Don't ask us to get involved in church! We've got other stuff to do.
We've sold out our morals and convictions for a temporary fix!
3. Gen 25:34 Esau ate, drank, and rose up and went his way.
A. CEV-Gen 25:34 Jacob then gave Esau some bread and some of the bean stew, and when Esau had finished eating and drinking, he just got up and left, showing how little he thought of his rights as the first-born.
B. We are selling our birthright in this country based on what we feel right now.
C. Christians are doing the same thing.
In the New Testament the disciples were with Jesus almost everywhere he went.
They were there when he turned the water to wine.
They watched him speak to a storm and calm it.
They were there when he gave a lunatic his right mind.
They were there when blind eyes were opened.
They witnessed Lazarus come out of the tomb.
4. Matt 26:14-15 Judas-one of the twelve sold him out.
What is your price? Is it your time? Is it your tithe? Is it your fleshly desires?
Make no mistake; Jesus is coming and he is not looking for excuses;
He is looking for those that are sold out to HIM!
You Are Part
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1. 1Co 12:4-6 Now there are distinctive varieties and distributions of endowments (gifts, extraordinary powers distinguishing certain Christians, due to the power of divine grace operating in their souls by the Holy Spirit) and they vary, but the [Holy] Spirit remains the same. (5) And there are distinctive varieties of service and ministration, but it is the same Lord [Who is served]. (6) And there are distinctive varieties of operation [of working to accomplish things], but it is the same God Who inspires and energizes them all in all.
A. God inspires and energizes.
B. 1Co 12:6 God's various expressions of power are in action everywhere; but God himself is behind it all.
Our responsibility is to hook up with the Spirit of God and do what he tells us to do.
A. Illustration: Dad Hagin would not get a tent.
B. His part was to stay in the churches.
Every person is important in the body of Christ.
V. 12-31 No matter what part you are, you are valuable and needed.
A. Doing things in love is greater than any talent or gift.
2. Eph 4:11-16 The whole body fitly joined together.
A. Every joint supplieth
B. Eph 4:16 Under his control all the different parts of the body fit together, and the whole body is held together by every joint with which it is provided. So when each separate part works as it should, the whole body grows and builds itself up through love. GNB
3. 1Corinth 3:6-9 God gives the increase.
A. No one gets credit for what God does.
God wants us walking in the fullness of our Christianity.
A. God will operate through us- Through us God will get His glory.
4. 1John 5:3-5 Walking in the fullness is not hard.
A. Believe in Jesus
B. Keep his commandments
C. Operate in faith
5. Matt 5:13-16 That they may see your good works.
A. You are the........
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1. 1Co 12:4-6 Now there are distinctive varieties and distributions of endowments (gifts, extraordinary powers distinguishing certain Christians, due to the power of divine grace operating in their souls by the Holy Spirit) and they vary, but the [Holy] Spirit remains the same. (5) And there are distinctive varieties of service and ministration, but it is the same Lord [Who is served]. (6) And there are distinctive varieties of operation [of working to accomplish things], but it is the same God Who inspires and energizes them all in all.
A. God inspires and energizes.
B. 1Co 12:6 God's various expressions of power are in action everywhere; but God himself is behind it all.
Our responsibility is to hook up with the Spirit of God and do what he tells us to do.
A. Illustration: Dad Hagin would not get a tent.
B. His part was to stay in the churches.
Every person is important in the body of Christ.
V. 12-31 No matter what part you are, you are valuable and needed.
A. Doing things in love is greater than any talent or gift.
2. Eph 4:11-16 The whole body fitly joined together.
A. Every joint supplieth
B. Eph 4:16 Under his control all the different parts of the body fit together, and the whole body is held together by every joint with which it is provided. So when each separate part works as it should, the whole body grows and builds itself up through love. GNB
3. 1Corinth 3:6-9 God gives the increase.
A. No one gets credit for what God does.
God wants us walking in the fullness of our Christianity.
A. God will operate through us- Through us God will get His glory.
4. 1John 5:3-5 Walking in the fullness is not hard.
A. Believe in Jesus
B. Keep his commandments
C. Operate in faith
5. Matt 5:13-16 That they may see your good works.
A. You are the........
Owners or Renters
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1. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
When I have the title deed, I own it.
A. No matter how hard you try you can't take it away from me.
Some folk are just renting-
A. Renters don't worry about keeping up the maintenance.
B. Most don't worry about how they treat the place.
C. If they get tired of the place they just move on to something else.
D. They can do that because they don't have anything invested.
Owners take care of what's theirs.
A. When they see something that needs attention, they fix it.
B. When an owner sees something out of line they do something about it in order to stop a bigger problem later on.
2. 1Peter 2:5 A Spiritual house
A. When you used the faith that you own to accept Jesus as your Savior, you became an owner in the Kingdom of God.
B. You don't have to beg and plead for something you own, it yours, you have access to it at all times.
C. Everything we have, God has given us ownership of. Talents, health, prosperity, even abundant life.
There is a difference between owning and possessing.
A. Just because you own something doesn't mean you possess it.
B. We need to make sure we possess everything God has given us.
It's time to quit waiting and start possessing.
Covid hasn't affected the Kingdom of God- Everything that was available to you before the pandemic is available to you now.
A. You just need to take ownership of it.
When you take ownership of something, you get familar with it.
3. 1Sam 17:38-39 David couldn't fight with Saul's armour.
A. David used what he owned to take down the giant.
When you take ownership of your faith and the things of the Kingdom of God, nothing will be to hard for you overcome.
4. 2Peter 1:3-4 It's already been given.
A. All things that pertain to life and godliness.
B. Exceeding great and precious promises
C. Partakers of the divine nature.
D.You own them- It's up to you what you do with them.
NGC 4-26-22
1. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
When I have the title deed, I own it.
A. No matter how hard you try you can't take it away from me.
Some folk are just renting-
A. Renters don't worry about keeping up the maintenance.
B. Most don't worry about how they treat the place.
C. If they get tired of the place they just move on to something else.
D. They can do that because they don't have anything invested.
Owners take care of what's theirs.
A. When they see something that needs attention, they fix it.
B. When an owner sees something out of line they do something about it in order to stop a bigger problem later on.
2. 1Peter 2:5 A Spiritual house
A. When you used the faith that you own to accept Jesus as your Savior, you became an owner in the Kingdom of God.
B. You don't have to beg and plead for something you own, it yours, you have access to it at all times.
C. Everything we have, God has given us ownership of. Talents, health, prosperity, even abundant life.
There is a difference between owning and possessing.
A. Just because you own something doesn't mean you possess it.
B. We need to make sure we possess everything God has given us.
It's time to quit waiting and start possessing.
Covid hasn't affected the Kingdom of God- Everything that was available to you before the pandemic is available to you now.
A. You just need to take ownership of it.
When you take ownership of something, you get familar with it.
3. 1Sam 17:38-39 David couldn't fight with Saul's armour.
A. David used what he owned to take down the giant.
When you take ownership of your faith and the things of the Kingdom of God, nothing will be to hard for you overcome.
4. 2Peter 1:3-4 It's already been given.
A. All things that pertain to life and godliness.
B. Exceeding great and precious promises
C. Partakers of the divine nature.
D.You own them- It's up to you what you do with them.
Trust the Spirit
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1. Zech 4:6 By my Sprit.
A. God would bring to pass what he had shown Zachariah by his Spirit.
God's Spirit moved upon the face of the waters and created everything.
What would happen if we trust the Holy Spirit and work with him to accomplish God's will in our lives.
2. Josh 14:6-13 Caleb asks for his mountain.
A. I am just as strong as I was then.
B. If so be the Lord will be with me.
It is easy for us to look at the natural and forget that we have the supernatural Spirit of God living inside us.
3. John 6:1-13 Jesus multiplies the bread and fishes.
A. Jesus knew what he would do before he asked the disciples.
B. Philip looked at the cost.
C. Andrew look at the lack of resources.
When you are in the presence of the Spirit of God, you have to learn to trust Him.
4. Luke 1:34 How shall this be?
A. Be it unto me according to thy Word.
It takes faith to allow ourselves to trust the voice of the Spirit.
The more time we spend with him the better we get to know his voice.
When we get to the place where we are all in- We will trust him with all that we have.
5. Matt 13:44-46 Selleth all that he has.
A. Both bought what they had their heart set on.
The Holy Spirit lives inside of us- He is waiting for us to step out and trust Him completely.
Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
NGC 4-24-22
1. Zech 4:6 By my Sprit.
A. God would bring to pass what he had shown Zachariah by his Spirit.
God's Spirit moved upon the face of the waters and created everything.
What would happen if we trust the Holy Spirit and work with him to accomplish God's will in our lives.
2. Josh 14:6-13 Caleb asks for his mountain.
A. I am just as strong as I was then.
B. If so be the Lord will be with me.
It is easy for us to look at the natural and forget that we have the supernatural Spirit of God living inside us.
3. John 6:1-13 Jesus multiplies the bread and fishes.
A. Jesus knew what he would do before he asked the disciples.
B. Philip looked at the cost.
C. Andrew look at the lack of resources.
When you are in the presence of the Spirit of God, you have to learn to trust Him.
4. Luke 1:34 How shall this be?
A. Be it unto me according to thy Word.
It takes faith to allow ourselves to trust the voice of the Spirit.
The more time we spend with him the better we get to know his voice.
When we get to the place where we are all in- We will trust him with all that we have.
5. Matt 13:44-46 Selleth all that he has.
A. Both bought what they had their heart set on.
The Holy Spirit lives inside of us- He is waiting for us to step out and trust Him completely.
Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
Whom Seek Ye?
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1. Luke 24:1-8 Why seek ye the living among the dead.
A. They went seeking a dead Jesus.
B. They found that he was very much alive.
Mar 12:27 He is not the God of the dead, but the God of the living:
Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
When you have the keys, nothing can hold you.
A. Death and hell were only only temporary stops in order for Jesus to bring about God's plan of redemption for the world.
B. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
The plan of God was always to bring us life- Both now and eternally.
2. John 10:10 Jesus came that we might have life.
Everywhere Jesus went he brought life.
3. John 11:1-44 Jesus raised Lazarus.
A. The disciples went expecting to see a dead Lazarus.
B. Mary and Martha had already accepted it.
C. Jesus brought life to the tomb where Lazarus was laid.
4. Mark 5:21-42 Jesus raises Jairus's daughter.
A. They get the report that she is dead.
B. Jairus had to make the decision to believe Jesus would give his daughter life.
C. The crowd was there to see a dead girl, but Jesus was there to give her life.
Who or what did you come seeking today?
A. Just because it was Easter?
B. Maybe because someone ask you to come.
I hope you have come because you are seeking Jesus.
A. The good news is He is here.
5. Romans 10:6-13 Jesus is here ready to come into your heart
NGC 4-17 22
1. Luke 24:1-8 Why seek ye the living among the dead.
A. They went seeking a dead Jesus.
B. They found that he was very much alive.
Mar 12:27 He is not the God of the dead, but the God of the living:
Rev 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
When you have the keys, nothing can hold you.
A. Death and hell were only only temporary stops in order for Jesus to bring about God's plan of redemption for the world.
B. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
The plan of God was always to bring us life- Both now and eternally.
2. John 10:10 Jesus came that we might have life.
Everywhere Jesus went he brought life.
3. John 11:1-44 Jesus raised Lazarus.
A. The disciples went expecting to see a dead Lazarus.
B. Mary and Martha had already accepted it.
C. Jesus brought life to the tomb where Lazarus was laid.
4. Mark 5:21-42 Jesus raises Jairus's daughter.
A. They get the report that she is dead.
B. Jairus had to make the decision to believe Jesus would give his daughter life.
C. The crowd was there to see a dead girl, but Jesus was there to give her life.
Who or what did you come seeking today?
A. Just because it was Easter?
B. Maybe because someone ask you to come.
I hope you have come because you are seeking Jesus.
A. The good news is He is here.
5. Romans 10:6-13 Jesus is here ready to come into your heart
Believe God
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1. Gal 3:6-9 Abraham believed God.
A. Faith is believing God.
B. Believing God will bring blessing.
The Blessing is already released on the earth, we just need to believe it is for us.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Believing God puts me in the position to receive everything Jesus died to give me.
Some people think that everything that happens to them is the will of God.
A. Job- Job 2:7 So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.
B. Job 3:25 For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come unto me.
Fear is not of God- 2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
A. Fear gives off the image of weakness.
B. Predators can sense weakness.
2. 1Peter 5:8-9 Roaring Lion
A. Resist stedfast in the faith.
Even ungodly people can believe God and change their situation.
3. Jonah 3:1-10 The people of Nineveh believed God.
A. God spared them.
4. Acts 27:20-25 Paul believed God
A. All their lives were spared.
5. Psalm 37:3-6 Trust the Lord
A. Psa 37:3-6 Trust (lean on, rely on, and be confident) in the Lord and do good; so shall you dwell in the land and feed surely on His faithfulness, and truly you shall be fed. (4) Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart. (5) Commit your way to the Lord [roll and repose each care of your load on Him]; trust (lean on, rely on, and be confident) also in Him and He will bring it to pass. (6) And He will make your uprightness and right standing with God go forth as the light, and your justice and right as [the shining sun of] the noonday.
I have decided to believe God and be commited to Him and His ways.
NGC 4-13-22
1. Gal 3:6-9 Abraham believed God.
A. Faith is believing God.
B. Believing God will bring blessing.
The Blessing is already released on the earth, we just need to believe it is for us.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Believing God puts me in the position to receive everything Jesus died to give me.
Some people think that everything that happens to them is the will of God.
A. Job- Job 2:7 So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.
B. Job 3:25 For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come unto me.
Fear is not of God- 2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
A. Fear gives off the image of weakness.
B. Predators can sense weakness.
2. 1Peter 5:8-9 Roaring Lion
A. Resist stedfast in the faith.
Even ungodly people can believe God and change their situation.
3. Jonah 3:1-10 The people of Nineveh believed God.
A. God spared them.
4. Acts 27:20-25 Paul believed God
A. All their lives were spared.
5. Psalm 37:3-6 Trust the Lord
A. Psa 37:3-6 Trust (lean on, rely on, and be confident) in the Lord and do good; so shall you dwell in the land and feed surely on His faithfulness, and truly you shall be fed. (4) Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart. (5) Commit your way to the Lord [roll and repose each care of your load on Him]; trust (lean on, rely on, and be confident) also in Him and He will bring it to pass. (6) And He will make your uprightness and right standing with God go forth as the light, and your justice and right as [the shining sun of] the noonday.
I have decided to believe God and be commited to Him and His ways.
Who Told You?
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1. Gen 3:6-11 The Garden
A. God asks who told you.
B. What is the source of your information.
C. Did someone tell you or did you find out by disobeying me.
What we hear and who we hear it from is very important.
A. Everyone has their opinion.
B. Some opinions are based upon things experienced.
C. No opinion trumps the Word of God.
2. Acts 5:12-42 We ought to obey God.
A. Signs and wonders in Solomon's porch.
a. Jesus raised their expectation level and the apostles finished the work.
B. Go, stand and speak in the temple.
C. Did we not straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name?
D. We ought to obey God rather than men.
E. They warned them and beat them- They went right back to teachng and preaching.
Mar 4:24 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.
Luk 8:18 Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.
3. Acts 27:9-11 Paul warns about the journey.
A. Paul's I perceive was the Holy Spirit.
B. The master only had an opinion based on natural knowledge of sailing.
We can't believe something just because it's what we want to hear.
4. 1Kings 22:1-38 The Kings enquire of the prophets.
A. V. 6 Go up
B. Micaiah tells the kings the truth.
C. Ahab dies in battle.
What we are told should come from a reliable-trustworthy source.
5. Numbers 13 The people believed the evil report.
A. Joshua and Caleb had great reputations.
6. Romans 10:8-21 Who hath believed our report?
NGC 4-10-22
1. Gen 3:6-11 The Garden
A. God asks who told you.
B. What is the source of your information.
C. Did someone tell you or did you find out by disobeying me.
What we hear and who we hear it from is very important.
A. Everyone has their opinion.
B. Some opinions are based upon things experienced.
C. No opinion trumps the Word of God.
2. Acts 5:12-42 We ought to obey God.
A. Signs and wonders in Solomon's porch.
a. Jesus raised their expectation level and the apostles finished the work.
B. Go, stand and speak in the temple.
C. Did we not straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name?
D. We ought to obey God rather than men.
E. They warned them and beat them- They went right back to teachng and preaching.
Mar 4:24 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.
Luk 8:18 Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.
3. Acts 27:9-11 Paul warns about the journey.
A. Paul's I perceive was the Holy Spirit.
B. The master only had an opinion based on natural knowledge of sailing.
We can't believe something just because it's what we want to hear.
4. 1Kings 22:1-38 The Kings enquire of the prophets.
A. V. 6 Go up
B. Micaiah tells the kings the truth.
C. Ahab dies in battle.
What we are told should come from a reliable-trustworthy source.
5. Numbers 13 The people believed the evil report.
A. Joshua and Caleb had great reputations.
6. Romans 10:8-21 Who hath believed our report?
Open and Current
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1. Luke 13:11-16 Thou art loosed.
A. She had been that way eighteen years.
B. She had probably come to the place where she thought she would always be that way.
C. Jesus told her she was loosed!
D. She was a daughter of Abraham- She was in covenant with God.
What has bent over? What has you looking at the ground.
A. What has brought you to the place where you said- It will never change.
B. What makes you think that it's been too long- It's too late.
C. You have a covenant with God!
Jesus brought the woman a message- You are already loosed!
2. Luke 5:1-7 A draught of fish
A. Jesus gave Peter a message- let down your nets for a draught.
B. Peter reasoned from a natural standpoint.
C. When he obeyed the message they loaded both boats.
3. John 5:1-9 The pool of Bethesda
A. The man had an infirmity 38 years.
B. The man didn't answer Jesus' question- He made excuses.
C. When Jesus gave him the message to rise, take up his bed and walk, he did what he said.
We have God's Word- It's the message to us of who we already are and what we already have.
A. We just have to accept the message- Activate God's Word in our life.
When you get a debit card, everything has already been established for you.
A. That card is the means for you to access the money you have.
B. The money is already yours.
C. You have an account with your name on it.
D. The card is useless unless you activate it-
Even though the Word is full of promises to us, we want be able to get to them unless we activate our faith.
A. We must believe and act on what the Word says.
4. Romans 10:9-10 Believe and confess
A. With the heart man believeth unto righteousness.
B. With the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Believing and confessing is how we activate God's Kingdom in our life.
Once we do activate God's Kingdom in our life we need to keep our status current.
A. An unused account usually ends up getting closed.
Let's make sure our account with God is open and current.
NGC 4-3-22
1. Luke 13:11-16 Thou art loosed.
A. She had been that way eighteen years.
B. She had probably come to the place where she thought she would always be that way.
C. Jesus told her she was loosed!
D. She was a daughter of Abraham- She was in covenant with God.
What has bent over? What has you looking at the ground.
A. What has brought you to the place where you said- It will never change.
B. What makes you think that it's been too long- It's too late.
C. You have a covenant with God!
Jesus brought the woman a message- You are already loosed!
2. Luke 5:1-7 A draught of fish
A. Jesus gave Peter a message- let down your nets for a draught.
B. Peter reasoned from a natural standpoint.
C. When he obeyed the message they loaded both boats.
3. John 5:1-9 The pool of Bethesda
A. The man had an infirmity 38 years.
B. The man didn't answer Jesus' question- He made excuses.
C. When Jesus gave him the message to rise, take up his bed and walk, he did what he said.
We have God's Word- It's the message to us of who we already are and what we already have.
A. We just have to accept the message- Activate God's Word in our life.
When you get a debit card, everything has already been established for you.
A. That card is the means for you to access the money you have.
B. The money is already yours.
C. You have an account with your name on it.
D. The card is useless unless you activate it-
Even though the Word is full of promises to us, we want be able to get to them unless we activate our faith.
A. We must believe and act on what the Word says.
4. Romans 10:9-10 Believe and confess
A. With the heart man believeth unto righteousness.
B. With the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Believing and confessing is how we activate God's Kingdom in our life.
Once we do activate God's Kingdom in our life we need to keep our status current.
A. An unused account usually ends up getting closed.
Let's make sure our account with God is open and current.
Today Obey NGC 3-27-22
1. Heb 3:7-11 Today if ye hear his voice.
A. They saw his works, yet they were unwilling to trust God. 10 times.
B. They complained about- Bread; Water; God gave it to them.
C. They made a golden calf!
D. They complained about not having flesh.
E. They refused to cross over into their promised land.
Num 14:22-23 Because all those men which have seen my glory, and my miracles, which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not hearkened to my voice; (23) Surely they shall not see the land which I sware unto their fathers, neither shall any of them that provoked me see it:
There comes a time when you must decide whether you will trust God or not-
A. To be your Savior- Joe 3:14 Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision: for the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.
B. To be your Lord- 1Ki 18:21 And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.
If Jesus is really our Lord, then we should be following Him-
A. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Many of the children of Israel missed out on their promised land by not obeying the voice of the Lord.
What will you miss?
Today if ye hear my voice-
A. The number one way God speaks to us is through a still small voice inside us.
1Co 2:9-10 But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. (10) But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.
B. God also speaks to us through his Word.
2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
The Word of God is the will of God.
A. Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
B. When your mind is renewed with the Word of God, you will hear God more clearly.
C. Isa 26:3-4 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. (4) Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:
Today- Will you hear the voice of the Lord.
Will you obey the voice of the Lord and cross over into your promised land by receiving Jesus as your Lord?
Will you believe the voice of the Lord and walk out of your depressions, anxietys, and worries and cross over into the abundant life Jesus promised in John 10:10?
Will you trust the Word of the Lord: 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. And cross over into your healing.
Today- Don't harden your heart and miss out on everything God has for you.
1. Heb 3:7-11 Today if ye hear his voice.
A. They saw his works, yet they were unwilling to trust God. 10 times.
B. They complained about- Bread; Water; God gave it to them.
C. They made a golden calf!
D. They complained about not having flesh.
E. They refused to cross over into their promised land.
Num 14:22-23 Because all those men which have seen my glory, and my miracles, which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not hearkened to my voice; (23) Surely they shall not see the land which I sware unto their fathers, neither shall any of them that provoked me see it:
There comes a time when you must decide whether you will trust God or not-
A. To be your Savior- Joe 3:14 Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision: for the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.
B. To be your Lord- 1Ki 18:21 And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.
If Jesus is really our Lord, then we should be following Him-
A. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Many of the children of Israel missed out on their promised land by not obeying the voice of the Lord.
What will you miss?
Today if ye hear my voice-
A. The number one way God speaks to us is through a still small voice inside us.
1Co 2:9-10 But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. (10) But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.
B. God also speaks to us through his Word.
2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
The Word of God is the will of God.
A. Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
B. When your mind is renewed with the Word of God, you will hear God more clearly.
C. Isa 26:3-4 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. (4) Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:
Today- Will you hear the voice of the Lord.
Will you obey the voice of the Lord and cross over into your promised land by receiving Jesus as your Lord?
Will you believe the voice of the Lord and walk out of your depressions, anxietys, and worries and cross over into the abundant life Jesus promised in John 10:10?
Will you trust the Word of the Lord: 1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. And cross over into your healing.
Today- Don't harden your heart and miss out on everything God has for you.
The Only Thing That Matters
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1. Matt 16:24-27 If any man come after me.
A. Works- prax'-is From G4238; practice, that is, (concretely) an act; by extension a function: - deed, office, work.
B. Luk 9:23 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.
C. Grace is not an excuse to not seek after God daily- It's the reason to seek God daily.
Everything in this world is unstable and temporary- Jesus is our Rock and stability.
A. Deu 32:4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.
B. Psa 61:2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Life is temporary- There are two ways to live it. With hope or without it.
A. Rom 15:13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
B. Eph 2:12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:
2. Deut 30:15-20 God has set before us life and death.
A. Life and good.
B. Death and evil.
Things may be going pretty good for you right now, but what about when you die?
Just as this life is temporary, death is certain.
Just as there is temporary life and certain death here on earth, there is eternal life amd eternal torment after this life.
God loves you enough to allow you to choose how you live this life and how you will live throughout eternity.
3. Luke 16:19-31 The rich man and Lazarus
A. The rich man did not go to hell because he was rich, he went to hell because of his choices.
B. Luk 16:31 And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.
We have been taught to work hard and be independent-
A. We have to be careful that we don't get prideful along the way-
B. You didn't get there by yourself.
C. All your acomplishments on earth mean nothing when it comes time for eternity.
The only thing that will matter is whether Jesus is Lord of your life.
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1. Matt 16:24-27 If any man come after me.
A. Works- prax'-is From G4238; practice, that is, (concretely) an act; by extension a function: - deed, office, work.
B. Luk 9:23 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.
C. Grace is not an excuse to not seek after God daily- It's the reason to seek God daily.
Everything in this world is unstable and temporary- Jesus is our Rock and stability.
A. Deu 32:4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.
B. Psa 61:2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Life is temporary- There are two ways to live it. With hope or without it.
A. Rom 15:13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
B. Eph 2:12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:
2. Deut 30:15-20 God has set before us life and death.
A. Life and good.
B. Death and evil.
Things may be going pretty good for you right now, but what about when you die?
Just as this life is temporary, death is certain.
Just as there is temporary life and certain death here on earth, there is eternal life amd eternal torment after this life.
God loves you enough to allow you to choose how you live this life and how you will live throughout eternity.
3. Luke 16:19-31 The rich man and Lazarus
A. The rich man did not go to hell because he was rich, he went to hell because of his choices.
B. Luk 16:31 And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.
We have been taught to work hard and be independent-
A. We have to be careful that we don't get prideful along the way-
B. You didn't get there by yourself.
C. All your acomplishments on earth mean nothing when it comes time for eternity.
The only thing that will matter is whether Jesus is Lord of your life.
Our Focal Point
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1. Philip 3:13-19 It's time to start pressing in to the things of God.
A. Don't mind earthly things.
2. Colos 3:1-10 Set your affection on things above.
A. Mortify your memebers which are upon the earth.
C. Put off the old man.
We must refocus on what is really important in this life.
3. 2Peter 1:2-10 If we fail to develop we are shortsighted and blind.
2Pe 1:2-10 May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord. (3) By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know Him, the One who called us to Himself by means of His marvelous glory and excellence. (4) And because of His glory and excellence, He has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share His divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires. (5) In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God's promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge, (6) and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with patient endurance, and patient endurance with godliness, (7) and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone. (8) The more you grow like this, the more productive and useful you will be in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. (9) But those who fail to develop in this way are shortsighted or blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their old sins. (10) So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away. NLT
4. 2Tim 4:1-4 Paul said the time would come when people wouldn't hear the truth.
A. 2Ti 4:3-4 For the time is coming when [people] will not tolerate (endure) sound and wholesome instruction, but, having ears itching [for something pleasing and gratifying], they will gather to themselves one teacher after another to a considerable number, chosen to satisfy their own liking and to foster the errors they hold, (4) And will turn aside from hearing the truth and wander off into myths and man-made fictions.AMP
Pressing into the truth by faith will bring both persecutions and blessing.
5. James 1:2-4 You will be perfect and entire wanting nothing when you keep God first.
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1. Philip 3:13-19 It's time to start pressing in to the things of God.
A. Don't mind earthly things.
2. Colos 3:1-10 Set your affection on things above.
A. Mortify your memebers which are upon the earth.
C. Put off the old man.
We must refocus on what is really important in this life.
3. 2Peter 1:2-10 If we fail to develop we are shortsighted and blind.
2Pe 1:2-10 May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord. (3) By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know Him, the One who called us to Himself by means of His marvelous glory and excellence. (4) And because of His glory and excellence, He has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share His divine nature and escape the world's corruption caused by human desires. (5) In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God's promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge, (6) and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with patient endurance, and patient endurance with godliness, (7) and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone. (8) The more you grow like this, the more productive and useful you will be in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. (9) But those who fail to develop in this way are shortsighted or blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their old sins. (10) So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away. NLT
4. 2Tim 4:1-4 Paul said the time would come when people wouldn't hear the truth.
A. 2Ti 4:3-4 For the time is coming when [people] will not tolerate (endure) sound and wholesome instruction, but, having ears itching [for something pleasing and gratifying], they will gather to themselves one teacher after another to a considerable number, chosen to satisfy their own liking and to foster the errors they hold, (4) And will turn aside from hearing the truth and wander off into myths and man-made fictions.AMP
Pressing into the truth by faith will bring both persecutions and blessing.
5. James 1:2-4 You will be perfect and entire wanting nothing when you keep God first.
We Are What We Are
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1. Colos 1:9-14 Paul's prayer
A. V.9- Filled with the knowledge of his will- in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.
B. That ye might
The only thing that is keeping us from walking in everything God has for us is the "want to".
Wanting to- is the key to doing something with joy.
A. Without wanting to there may be a certain satisfaction that a job is done, but you won't enjoy the journey.
God wants us to enjoy our walk with Him as we increase in knowledge and understanding.
A. Act 20:24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
2. 2Corinth 2:14-17 Causeth us to triumph.
A. 2Co 2:14-17 But thank God! He has made us His captives and continues to lead us along in Christ's triumphal procession. Now He uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere, like a sweet perfume. (15) Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved and by those who are perishing. (16) To those who are perishing, we are a dreadful smell of death and doom. But to those who are being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is adequate for such a task as this? (17) You see, we are not like the many hucksters who preach for personal profit. We preach the word of God with sincerity and with Christ's authority, knowing that God is watching us.NLT
3. 2Peter 1:3-4 All things that pertain.
Paul's prayer is for us to get a revelation of who we are and what we have and choose to operate in it.
This is not about walking around like we are super spiritual- This about simply taking God at his Word and allowing Him to work through us to advance the kingdom.
Revelation Knowledge should not puff us up
A. Php 2:5-7 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: (6) Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: (7) But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
B. Luke 6:44 For every tree is known by his fruit.
4. 1Corinth 5:10 By the grace of God I am what I am.
A. We refuse to let his grace be in vain.
B. We are going to take what God has given us and continue to impose the Kingdom.
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1. Colos 1:9-14 Paul's prayer
A. V.9- Filled with the knowledge of his will- in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.
B. That ye might
The only thing that is keeping us from walking in everything God has for us is the "want to".
Wanting to- is the key to doing something with joy.
A. Without wanting to there may be a certain satisfaction that a job is done, but you won't enjoy the journey.
God wants us to enjoy our walk with Him as we increase in knowledge and understanding.
A. Act 20:24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
1Co 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
2. 2Corinth 2:14-17 Causeth us to triumph.
A. 2Co 2:14-17 But thank God! He has made us His captives and continues to lead us along in Christ's triumphal procession. Now He uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere, like a sweet perfume. (15) Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved and by those who are perishing. (16) To those who are perishing, we are a dreadful smell of death and doom. But to those who are being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is adequate for such a task as this? (17) You see, we are not like the many hucksters who preach for personal profit. We preach the word of God with sincerity and with Christ's authority, knowing that God is watching us.NLT
3. 2Peter 1:3-4 All things that pertain.
Paul's prayer is for us to get a revelation of who we are and what we have and choose to operate in it.
This is not about walking around like we are super spiritual- This about simply taking God at his Word and allowing Him to work through us to advance the kingdom.
Revelation Knowledge should not puff us up
A. Php 2:5-7 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: (6) Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: (7) But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
B. Luke 6:44 For every tree is known by his fruit.
4. 1Corinth 5:10 By the grace of God I am what I am.
A. We refuse to let his grace be in vain.
B. We are going to take what God has given us and continue to impose the Kingdom.
Joy in the Holy Ghost
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1. Romans 14:17 Not meat and drink.
A. The Kingdom of God is not in the natural or material.
B. We are righteous because of Jesus.
C. Jesus is our peace.
D. Joy in the Holy Ghost.
Holy Ghost joy is not just being happy- Holy Ghost joy releases something inside you.
Pro 17:22 A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. AMP
Pro 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength. NLT
Pro 17:22 Being cheerful keeps you healthy. It is slow death to be gloomy all the time.GNB
Kingdom living is not just a way of living, but is a state of mind.
A. We must choose to walk in the benefits of the Kingdom.
B. We must choose joy over gloom and despair.
It's easy to get caught up in all that is going on in the world.
A. This stuff is not happening in our Kingdom.
You may need to get a booster!
2. Acts 4:23-31 After Peter and John healed the cripple at the gate.
A. Everyone was against them.
B. They were all filled with the Holy Ghost again.
The presence of the Holy Ghost changes the atmosphere.
3. Acts 8:1-8 Philip preaches at Samaria.
A. Saul was persecuting the Church.
B. Philip did miracles by the power of the Holy Ghost.
C. There was great joy in that city.
Philip knew what Saul was doing, but he didn't let it stop him from doing the will of the Lord.
What about us?
4. Eph 5:14-20 Be filled with the Spirit.
A. Walk circumspectly- Eph 5:15 So be careful how you live. Don't live like ignorant people, but like wise people. GNB
B. Understand what the will of the Lord is.
C. Don't try to drink your troubles away.
D. Be filled with the Spirit.
E. Singing and making melody in your heart is a sign of joy.
Let's get filled with the Spirit again and we will be filled with joy also.
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1. Romans 14:17 Not meat and drink.
A. The Kingdom of God is not in the natural or material.
B. We are righteous because of Jesus.
C. Jesus is our peace.
D. Joy in the Holy Ghost.
Holy Ghost joy is not just being happy- Holy Ghost joy releases something inside you.
Pro 17:22 A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. AMP
Pro 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength. NLT
Pro 17:22 Being cheerful keeps you healthy. It is slow death to be gloomy all the time.GNB
Kingdom living is not just a way of living, but is a state of mind.
A. We must choose to walk in the benefits of the Kingdom.
B. We must choose joy over gloom and despair.
It's easy to get caught up in all that is going on in the world.
A. This stuff is not happening in our Kingdom.
You may need to get a booster!
2. Acts 4:23-31 After Peter and John healed the cripple at the gate.
A. Everyone was against them.
B. They were all filled with the Holy Ghost again.
The presence of the Holy Ghost changes the atmosphere.
3. Acts 8:1-8 Philip preaches at Samaria.
A. Saul was persecuting the Church.
B. Philip did miracles by the power of the Holy Ghost.
C. There was great joy in that city.
Philip knew what Saul was doing, but he didn't let it stop him from doing the will of the Lord.
What about us?
4. Eph 5:14-20 Be filled with the Spirit.
A. Walk circumspectly- Eph 5:15 So be careful how you live. Don't live like ignorant people, but like wise people. GNB
B. Understand what the will of the Lord is.
C. Don't try to drink your troubles away.
D. Be filled with the Spirit.
E. Singing and making melody in your heart is a sign of joy.
Let's get filled with the Spirit again and we will be filled with joy also.
No Future in the Past
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1. Luke 9:62 Hand to the plough.
A. Luk 9:62 Jesus said to him, No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back [to the things behind] is fit for the kingdom of God. AMP
B. Luk 9:62 Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day." MSG
C. There aint no future in the past! Vince Gill song.
As human beings we tend to want to hold on to the past.
A. Something there that we don't won't to let go of.
B. Fear of what lies ahead.
2. Gen 19:12-26 Pillar of Salt.
A. Lot's wife looked back.
B. What was it that made her look back.
C. It was the looking that got them into trouble in the first place.
Gen 13:12-13 Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom. (13) But the men of Sodom were wicked and sinners before the LORD exceedingly.
When God brings you out of something, he only makes provisions for you to go forward.
A. Deu 5:32-33 Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. (33) Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess.
B. Jos 1:7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest.
C. Pro 4:25-27 Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. (26) Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. (27) Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.
3. Numbers 14:1-4 Israel wants to return to Egypt.
A. Trying to return to what God has brought you out of will only cause you to miss everything he has in store for you.
As people of faith, we cannot hold on to the past- Faith is present and future.
No matter how good or how bad your past has been, it's behind you-
Today is a new day.
A. Lam 3:22-23 It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. (23) They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
3. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward the mark.
A. We have to keep pressing forward.
B. Paul himself had to keep pressing.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
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1. Luke 9:62 Hand to the plough.
A. Luk 9:62 Jesus said to him, No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back [to the things behind] is fit for the kingdom of God. AMP
B. Luk 9:62 Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day." MSG
C. There aint no future in the past! Vince Gill song.
As human beings we tend to want to hold on to the past.
A. Something there that we don't won't to let go of.
B. Fear of what lies ahead.
2. Gen 19:12-26 Pillar of Salt.
A. Lot's wife looked back.
B. What was it that made her look back.
C. It was the looking that got them into trouble in the first place.
Gen 13:12-13 Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom. (13) But the men of Sodom were wicked and sinners before the LORD exceedingly.
When God brings you out of something, he only makes provisions for you to go forward.
A. Deu 5:32-33 Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. (33) Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess.
B. Jos 1:7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest.
C. Pro 4:25-27 Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. (26) Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. (27) Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.
3. Numbers 14:1-4 Israel wants to return to Egypt.
A. Trying to return to what God has brought you out of will only cause you to miss everything he has in store for you.
As people of faith, we cannot hold on to the past- Faith is present and future.
No matter how good or how bad your past has been, it's behind you-
Today is a new day.
A. Lam 3:22-23 It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. (23) They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
3. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward the mark.
A. We have to keep pressing forward.
B. Paul himself had to keep pressing.
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Preparing for the Next
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In order to prepare for what God is going to do next, we must make a true commitment to him.
1. Psalm 37:3-9 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Pro 16:2-3 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. (3) Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
2. Psalms 119:1-3 Blessed are they......
A. Exo 32:26 Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the LORD's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
I. God knows where our heart is.
A. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
B. Psa 44:20-21 If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god; (21) Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart.
C. Psa 78:36-37 Nevertheless they did flatter him with their mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues. (37) For their heart was not right with him, neither were they steadfast in his covenant.
II. We must be open and honest with God.
A. Psa 26:2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.
B. Psa 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: (24) And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
III. We can't expect blessing if we are not commited to him.
A. Psa 66:18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:
IV. If we hold to our commitment and walk uprightly we can expect the blessings of the Lord.
3. Psalm 37:29-40 None of his steps shall slide.
We need to be on track with God as we move forward.
The wicked are going to fall and we need to be ready.
There is a world out there that needs Jesus- We are the ones who can show them the way.
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In order to prepare for what God is going to do next, we must make a true commitment to him.
1. Psalm 37:3-9 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Pro 16:2-3 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. (3) Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
2. Psalms 119:1-3 Blessed are they......
A. Exo 32:26 Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the LORD's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
I. God knows where our heart is.
A. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
B. Psa 44:20-21 If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god; (21) Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart.
C. Psa 78:36-37 Nevertheless they did flatter him with their mouth, and they lied unto him with their tongues. (37) For their heart was not right with him, neither were they steadfast in his covenant.
II. We must be open and honest with God.
A. Psa 26:2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart.
B. Psa 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: (24) And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
III. We can't expect blessing if we are not commited to him.
A. Psa 66:18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:
IV. If we hold to our commitment and walk uprightly we can expect the blessings of the Lord.
3. Psalm 37:29-40 None of his steps shall slide.
We need to be on track with God as we move forward.
The wicked are going to fall and we need to be ready.
There is a world out there that needs Jesus- We are the ones who can show them the way.
Stand Ready
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1. Isaiah 58:1-2 Pretending is dangerous.
A. Isa 58:1-2 "Shout with the voice of a trumpet blast. Shout aloud! Don't be timid. Tell my people Israel of their sins! (2) Yet they act so pious! They come to the Temple every day and seem delighted to learn all about Me. They act like a righteous nation that would never abandon the laws of its God. They ask Me to take action on their behalf, pretending they want to be near Me.
People want to act like they are living right, but when you tell them the truth they get mad.
2. 1Kings 18:17-18 Art thou he that troubleth Israel?
A. Religion always gets mad at truth.
B. Religion allows people to remain comfortable in their sin.
C. Truth demands a response.
3. Eze 22:23-31 God didn't let Israel get away with it.
A. God is not going to look the other way for us either.
B. As a nation and individually it is our duty to seek after God and hear from Him.
"I just don't want to hear it right now"
A. Ignoring the truth of the Word will not make it go away.
On the global scene we are seeing the Word come to pass before our very eyes.
4. Matt 24:3-14 Wars and Rumours
A. 3 questions- When- the sign of your coming- the end of the world.
B. 1Th 1:10 And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.
C. 1Th 5:9 For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
D. Heb 9:28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.
It's not a time to be afraid or worried- It's time for the Church to rise up.
The powers of darkness are being exposed- God's light is breaking through.
5. 2Corinth 10:3-6 Weapons of our Warfare
A. 2Co 10:3-5 We are human, but we don't wage war as humans do. (4) We use God's mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. (5) We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.NLT
B. 2Co 10:3-6 The world is unprincipled. It's dog-eat-dog out there! The world doesn't fight fair. But we don't live or fight our battles that way--never have and never will. (4) The tools of our trade aren't for marketing or manipulation, but they are for demolishing that entire massively corrupt culture. (5) We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ. (6) Our tools are ready at hand for clearing the ground of every obstruction and building lives of obedience into maturity.
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1. Isaiah 58:1-2 Pretending is dangerous.
A. Isa 58:1-2 "Shout with the voice of a trumpet blast. Shout aloud! Don't be timid. Tell my people Israel of their sins! (2) Yet they act so pious! They come to the Temple every day and seem delighted to learn all about Me. They act like a righteous nation that would never abandon the laws of its God. They ask Me to take action on their behalf, pretending they want to be near Me.
People want to act like they are living right, but when you tell them the truth they get mad.
2. 1Kings 18:17-18 Art thou he that troubleth Israel?
A. Religion always gets mad at truth.
B. Religion allows people to remain comfortable in their sin.
C. Truth demands a response.
3. Eze 22:23-31 God didn't let Israel get away with it.
A. God is not going to look the other way for us either.
B. As a nation and individually it is our duty to seek after God and hear from Him.
"I just don't want to hear it right now"
A. Ignoring the truth of the Word will not make it go away.
On the global scene we are seeing the Word come to pass before our very eyes.
4. Matt 24:3-14 Wars and Rumours
A. 3 questions- When- the sign of your coming- the end of the world.
B. 1Th 1:10 And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.
C. 1Th 5:9 For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
D. Heb 9:28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.
It's not a time to be afraid or worried- It's time for the Church to rise up.
The powers of darkness are being exposed- God's light is breaking through.
5. 2Corinth 10:3-6 Weapons of our Warfare
A. 2Co 10:3-5 We are human, but we don't wage war as humans do. (4) We use God's mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. (5) We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.NLT
B. 2Co 10:3-6 The world is unprincipled. It's dog-eat-dog out there! The world doesn't fight fair. But we don't live or fight our battles that way--never have and never will. (4) The tools of our trade aren't for marketing or manipulation, but they are for demolishing that entire massively corrupt culture. (5) We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ. (6) Our tools are ready at hand for clearing the ground of every obstruction and building lives of obedience into maturity.
Commitment
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1. Jerem 29:11-13 God has good intended for us; we need to seek him.
Oh! I know the Lord!
2. James 2:19-20 Are we expressing our beliefs?
A. Do people see our commitment to Jesus.
3. 1Kings 18:21 How long halt ye?
4. Mark 11:30-33 Jesus questioned about John's baptism.
A. Don't fear people-- Rom 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
We can't make excuses for not being fully committed.
5. Luke 14:16-24 An excuse is a coverup to do what you really want to do.
A. V. 25-35 Committment means there will be sacrifice on your behalf.
*Psa 37:5-6 Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. (6) And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.
A. Psa 37:5-6 Open up before GOD, keep nothing back; he'll do whatever needs to be done: (6) He'll validate your life in the clear light of day and stamp you with approval at high noon.MSG
Pro 16:3 Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
A. Pro 16:3 Commit your actions to the LORD, and your plans will succeed. NLT
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1. Jerem 29:11-13 God has good intended for us; we need to seek him.
Oh! I know the Lord!
2. James 2:19-20 Are we expressing our beliefs?
A. Do people see our commitment to Jesus.
3. 1Kings 18:21 How long halt ye?
4. Mark 11:30-33 Jesus questioned about John's baptism.
A. Don't fear people-- Rom 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
We can't make excuses for not being fully committed.
5. Luke 14:16-24 An excuse is a coverup to do what you really want to do.
A. V. 25-35 Committment means there will be sacrifice on your behalf.
*Psa 37:5-6 Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. (6) And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.
A. Psa 37:5-6 Open up before GOD, keep nothing back; he'll do whatever needs to be done: (6) He'll validate your life in the clear light of day and stamp you with approval at high noon.MSG
Pro 16:3 Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
A. Pro 16:3 Commit your actions to the LORD, and your plans will succeed. NLT
Time
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1. Heb 11:1 Now faith is.
A. Faith is now.
B. What would happen if we started thinking and operating the way God does?
C. 1Corinth 2:16 We have the mind of Christ.
What if we got out of our natural thinking and got over into supernatural thinking.
2. Romans 4:17 Calleth those things that be not.
A. Calling those things that be not as though they were calls for the elimination of natural time.
What would happen if we would quit putting time limits on our faith?
A. God does not operate within the confines of time- We do because we are on the earth.
B. Even the devil operates in time. Rev 12:12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time.
Faith is not a natural substance from the earth- Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
Here is an example:
3. John 6:16-21 Jesus walked on the sea to meet the disciples.
A. They willing received him into the ship.
B. Immediately the ship was at the land where they were going.
C. Jesus' faith wasn't limited by time.
4. 2Corinth 12:2-4 Paul was caught up out of naural time and reality.
A. He came back with abundant revelations that he couldn't talk about.
5. Rev 4:1-2 John was pulled out of time into the spirit and saw the future.
I'm not telling you to try to do what these guys did, but what if we start by believing that our faith is not limited by time.
My healing in now! My deliverance is now! My manifestation is now!
I'm going to pull my faith out of natural time and place it into the supernatural.
I'm not waiting on a miracle- I have a miracle now!
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1. Heb 11:1 Now faith is.
A. Faith is now.
B. What would happen if we started thinking and operating the way God does?
C. 1Corinth 2:16 We have the mind of Christ.
What if we got out of our natural thinking and got over into supernatural thinking.
2. Romans 4:17 Calleth those things that be not.
A. Calling those things that be not as though they were calls for the elimination of natural time.
What would happen if we would quit putting time limits on our faith?
A. God does not operate within the confines of time- We do because we are on the earth.
B. Even the devil operates in time. Rev 12:12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time.
Faith is not a natural substance from the earth- Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
Here is an example:
3. John 6:16-21 Jesus walked on the sea to meet the disciples.
A. They willing received him into the ship.
B. Immediately the ship was at the land where they were going.
C. Jesus' faith wasn't limited by time.
4. 2Corinth 12:2-4 Paul was caught up out of naural time and reality.
A. He came back with abundant revelations that he couldn't talk about.
5. Rev 4:1-2 John was pulled out of time into the spirit and saw the future.
I'm not telling you to try to do what these guys did, but what if we start by believing that our faith is not limited by time.
My healing in now! My deliverance is now! My manifestation is now!
I'm going to pull my faith out of natural time and place it into the supernatural.
I'm not waiting on a miracle- I have a miracle now!
Shift
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After getting used to releasing the clutch smoothly, for most people learning to drive a stand shift car, the next problem is knowing when to change gears.
1. 2Corinth 3:12-18 The Spirit of the Lord frees us to change.
A. 2Co 3:12-18 Since this new way gives us such confidence, we can be very bold. (13) We are not like Moses, who put a veil over his face so the people of Israel would not see the glory, even though it was destined to fade away. (14) But the people's minds were hardened, and to this day whenever the old covenant is being read, the same veil covers their minds so they cannot understand the truth. And this veil can be removed only by believing in Christ. (15) Yes, even today when they read Moses' writings, their hearts are covered with that veil, and they do not understand. (16) But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. (17) For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (18) So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like Him as we are changed into His glorious image.
We must be open to change by the Spirit.
2. Acts 6:8-15 Stephen showed them the power of God.
A. They stoned Stephen because they refused to shift.
They tried to stone Jesus!
3. John 10:30-38 Jesus told them to believe in the results.
A. Shift and see what happens.
Most of us hold on to traditions we have been taught, even if there is a better way!
4. Mark 7:1-9 They rejected the commandment of God.
We scoff at the Jews for not wanting change- What about us?
We don't want to change our music!
A. If they would just sing hymnals.
We don't want to change our traditional beliefs.
A. I was taught that tongues was of the devil.
B. I was taught if it be the Lord's will.
C. I was taught that I am just an old sinner saved by grace.
We don't want to accept different preaching methods.
A. If he don't bark he's not a preacher.
B. Sometimes you got to downshift so people can catch up with you.
Most of all, we don't want to change ourselves when we know what the bible says.
A. I know the sign says 70 mph, but I want to drive 40 in the fast lane.
B. God doesn't want us stuck in low gear- He wants us get everything we can out of this life.
Godly change will help us go from glory to glory!
Be ready to shift when you hear the sound.
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After getting used to releasing the clutch smoothly, for most people learning to drive a stand shift car, the next problem is knowing when to change gears.
1. 2Corinth 3:12-18 The Spirit of the Lord frees us to change.
A. 2Co 3:12-18 Since this new way gives us such confidence, we can be very bold. (13) We are not like Moses, who put a veil over his face so the people of Israel would not see the glory, even though it was destined to fade away. (14) But the people's minds were hardened, and to this day whenever the old covenant is being read, the same veil covers their minds so they cannot understand the truth. And this veil can be removed only by believing in Christ. (15) Yes, even today when they read Moses' writings, their hearts are covered with that veil, and they do not understand. (16) But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. (17) For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (18) So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like Him as we are changed into His glorious image.
We must be open to change by the Spirit.
2. Acts 6:8-15 Stephen showed them the power of God.
A. They stoned Stephen because they refused to shift.
They tried to stone Jesus!
3. John 10:30-38 Jesus told them to believe in the results.
A. Shift and see what happens.
Most of us hold on to traditions we have been taught, even if there is a better way!
4. Mark 7:1-9 They rejected the commandment of God.
We scoff at the Jews for not wanting change- What about us?
We don't want to change our music!
A. If they would just sing hymnals.
We don't want to change our traditional beliefs.
A. I was taught that tongues was of the devil.
B. I was taught if it be the Lord's will.
C. I was taught that I am just an old sinner saved by grace.
We don't want to accept different preaching methods.
A. If he don't bark he's not a preacher.
B. Sometimes you got to downshift so people can catch up with you.
Most of all, we don't want to change ourselves when we know what the bible says.
A. I know the sign says 70 mph, but I want to drive 40 in the fast lane.
B. God doesn't want us stuck in low gear- He wants us get everything we can out of this life.
Godly change will help us go from glory to glory!
Be ready to shift when you hear the sound.
Unmovable
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1. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
A. Finish my course with joy.
B. The ministry- Testify the gospel of the grace of God.
You can't let persecutions move you!
2. Acts 5:14-32 We ought to obey God.
A. Operating in the power and authority of God will bring persecutions.
B. V. 40-42 After being beaten, they went right back to teaching and preaching Jesus.
You can't let problems move you.
3. 1Thes 3:1-5 The tempter will try.
A. Jam 1:13-15 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
You can't let people move you.
4. Acts 21:10-13 Luke and company could not persuade Paul.
A. What you do for God should be because you love him and are obedient to Him; not to win the approval of people or because it is comfortable.
5. Mark 10:46-52 Blind Bartimaeus didn't let the crowd stop him from recieving.
A. When the enemy is trying to shut us up we need to get louder.
B. He cast off his garment of?
What moves you? Faith or Influence?
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1. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
A. Finish my course with joy.
B. The ministry- Testify the gospel of the grace of God.
You can't let persecutions move you!
2. Acts 5:14-32 We ought to obey God.
A. Operating in the power and authority of God will bring persecutions.
B. V. 40-42 After being beaten, they went right back to teaching and preaching Jesus.
You can't let problems move you.
3. 1Thes 3:1-5 The tempter will try.
A. Jam 1:13-15 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: (14) But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. (15) Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
You can't let people move you.
4. Acts 21:10-13 Luke and company could not persuade Paul.
A. What you do for God should be because you love him and are obedient to Him; not to win the approval of people or because it is comfortable.
5. Mark 10:46-52 Blind Bartimaeus didn't let the crowd stop him from recieving.
A. When the enemy is trying to shut us up we need to get louder.
B. He cast off his garment of?
What moves you? Faith or Influence?
It's Already Ours
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1. Gal 4:1-7 Because we are sons we can have the Holy Spirit.
A. Because we are heirs we can have what God has.
We didn't deserve it, but God said it is ours.
2. Titus 3:4-7 We became heirs because of his grace.
It was not by our works of righteousness.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Even though my right standing was freely given, it does not change who I am.
I am a child of God with God given authority!
Words spoken by someone in authority carry power.
3. Mark 1:21-27 Jesus taught and acting with authority.
A. He taught like he knew what he was talking about.
B. He handled the unclean spirits with authority.
God has given us the power and authority to occupy till he comes.
The Word of God is the guideline for our authority. God's Word is his will!
I don't have to guess about salvation.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
I don't have pray if it be your will about healing.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
I don't have to guess about prosperity.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
It is time for the body of Christ to stand up and start exercising their authority in Christ.
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1. Gal 4:1-7 Because we are sons we can have the Holy Spirit.
A. Because we are heirs we can have what God has.
We didn't deserve it, but God said it is ours.
2. Titus 3:4-7 We became heirs because of his grace.
It was not by our works of righteousness.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Even though my right standing was freely given, it does not change who I am.
I am a child of God with God given authority!
Words spoken by someone in authority carry power.
3. Mark 1:21-27 Jesus taught and acting with authority.
A. He taught like he knew what he was talking about.
B. He handled the unclean spirits with authority.
God has given us the power and authority to occupy till he comes.
The Word of God is the guideline for our authority. God's Word is his will!
I don't have to guess about salvation.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
I don't have pray if it be your will about healing.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
I don't have to guess about prosperity.
3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
It is time for the body of Christ to stand up and start exercising their authority in Christ.
We Are Known
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1. Luke 8:25-28 When he saw Jesus.
A. He knew who he was and the authority he carried.
B. Matt 8:29 art thou come hither to torment us before the time?
The forces of darkness know who Jesus is.
A. They recognize him as the Son of God.
B. They recognize the anointing on Him.
2. Mark 1:9-13 Satan didn't really know who Jesus was until the Holy Spirit came upon Him.
A. John announced who he was.
B. The Father announced who he was.
C. Immediately there was a confrontation.
D. The Devil tried to question Jesus' authority.
He is still trying to use the same tactics today.
A. Who do you think you are?
How do you answer? I am a Son/Daughter of God. I am an heir and joint-heir with Jesus Christ. I have be anointed and commissioned to do business here on this earth for God. I have been given dominion, power and authority over everything on earth, including you; Through the might name of Jesus.
Here's the thing: If you are going to talk the talk, you need to walk the walk!
3. Philip 1:27-28 Your conversation
A. Conversation- To behave as a citizen. (We are citizens of the Kingdom of God).
B. Php 1:28 And do not [for a moment] be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries, for such [constancy and fearlessness] will be a clear sign (proof and seal) to them of [their impending] destruction, but [a sure token and evidence] of your deliverance and salvation, and that from God. AMP
Because you are an anointed Child of God, not only does the kingdom of darkness recognize Jesus, but they recognize you too.
4. Acts 19:13-16 Sons of Sceva
A. The evil spirit knew both Jesus and Paul.
You and I remind the enemy of who God is every time he sees us.
A. Why do you think there is such a move against the Church, the Bible, and the name Jesus?
Rev 12:12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time.
5. Eph 6:10-14 We must stand and declare that we will not quit and we cannot be defeated.
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1. Luke 8:25-28 When he saw Jesus.
A. He knew who he was and the authority he carried.
B. Matt 8:29 art thou come hither to torment us before the time?
The forces of darkness know who Jesus is.
A. They recognize him as the Son of God.
B. They recognize the anointing on Him.
2. Mark 1:9-13 Satan didn't really know who Jesus was until the Holy Spirit came upon Him.
A. John announced who he was.
B. The Father announced who he was.
C. Immediately there was a confrontation.
D. The Devil tried to question Jesus' authority.
He is still trying to use the same tactics today.
A. Who do you think you are?
How do you answer? I am a Son/Daughter of God. I am an heir and joint-heir with Jesus Christ. I have be anointed and commissioned to do business here on this earth for God. I have been given dominion, power and authority over everything on earth, including you; Through the might name of Jesus.
Here's the thing: If you are going to talk the talk, you need to walk the walk!
3. Philip 1:27-28 Your conversation
A. Conversation- To behave as a citizen. (We are citizens of the Kingdom of God).
B. Php 1:28 And do not [for a moment] be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries, for such [constancy and fearlessness] will be a clear sign (proof and seal) to them of [their impending] destruction, but [a sure token and evidence] of your deliverance and salvation, and that from God. AMP
Because you are an anointed Child of God, not only does the kingdom of darkness recognize Jesus, but they recognize you too.
4. Acts 19:13-16 Sons of Sceva
A. The evil spirit knew both Jesus and Paul.
You and I remind the enemy of who God is every time he sees us.
A. Why do you think there is such a move against the Church, the Bible, and the name Jesus?
Rev 12:12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time.
5. Eph 6:10-14 We must stand and declare that we will not quit and we cannot be defeated.
Be Transformed
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1. 2Tim 1:7 God has given us a sound mind.
A. Sound Mind= discipline -self control.
So many times we say we just can't help ourselves.
A. The truth is most times we just do what we want to.
In order to have true transformation, we must see ourselves changed.
2. Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision....
A. ASV- Cast off restraint. NLT- They run wild.
We must focus in order to have vision.
3. Romans 12:1-2 Tells us how to get focused.
A. First we make a commitment to God. Jam 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
B. Second we transform ourselves by the word of God.
a. Transform- Metamorphose: Caterpillar to a butterfly.
b. Illustration: Clark Kent stepped into a telephone booth a man- He stepped out Superman.
Why is it so important to be Transformed?
4. Romans 13:11 High time to wake up.
A. You already been made a new creature.
B. We need to complete the transformation by walking in all the authority and power we have been given.
You have been given the right to rule and reign on the earth.
Gen 1:26 And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
You are the sons and daughters of God, start enjoying everything he has for you.
It's time for you to step out of your phone booth.
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1. 2Tim 1:7 God has given us a sound mind.
A. Sound Mind= discipline -self control.
So many times we say we just can't help ourselves.
A. The truth is most times we just do what we want to.
In order to have true transformation, we must see ourselves changed.
2. Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision....
A. ASV- Cast off restraint. NLT- They run wild.
We must focus in order to have vision.
3. Romans 12:1-2 Tells us how to get focused.
A. First we make a commitment to God. Jam 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
B. Second we transform ourselves by the word of God.
a. Transform- Metamorphose: Caterpillar to a butterfly.
b. Illustration: Clark Kent stepped into a telephone booth a man- He stepped out Superman.
Why is it so important to be Transformed?
4. Romans 13:11 High time to wake up.
A. You already been made a new creature.
B. We need to complete the transformation by walking in all the authority and power we have been given.
You have been given the right to rule and reign on the earth.
Gen 1:26 And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
You are the sons and daughters of God, start enjoying everything he has for you.
It's time for you to step out of your phone booth.
Psalm 23
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1. Psalm 23:1-6 The Lord is my shepherd.
A. V1. Want- lack; fail; lessen
a. Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
b. Jas 1:2-4 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; (3) Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. (4) But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
b. Psa 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
No matter what you are going through, you must trust the Shepherd to get you through it.
A. The world does not have the answer to your problems.
B. V.2a Green pastures- Home; habitation; Pleasant place.
a. A place of rest.
b Isa 28:11-12 For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people. (12) To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.
c. Rom 8:26-28 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. (27) And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. (28) And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
The Holy Spirit is a place of rest for us.
C. V.2b Still Waters- Peaceful water.
a. So many people live their lives in turmoil- Drama
b. Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
c. Rev 7:17 For the Lamb Who is in the midst of the throne will be their Shepherd, and He will guide them to the springs of the waters of life; and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. AMP
d. The peace of God is the greatest thing that you will ever walk in.
D. V.3 Restoreth soul; Leadeth in paths
a.Psa 23:3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name. NLT
b. Psa 23:3 He refreshes and restores my life (my self); He leads me in the paths of righteousness [uprightness and right standing with Him--not for my earning it, but] for His name's sake. AMP
c.Psa 23:3 True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. MSG
Psa 40:2-3 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. (3) And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.
God has given us new life and the Holy Spirit is leading us in the ways that will bring glory to God.
E. V.4 Valley of the shadow of death; Rod and staff.
a. Shadows are determined by the direction of the light.
b. The rod was used for protection and correction.
c. The staff had a hook that was used for guidance.
F. V.5 Preparest table.
a. Psa 23:5 You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies can see me; you welcome me as an honored guest and fill my cup to the brim. GNB
b. Right in front of those that said you were nothing- Those that said you wouldn't last long- Those that said they'll never make it.
c. You are overflowing right in front of them!
G. V.6 Goodness and mercy.
a. No matter where I go, No matter what I do.
H. AND I WILL DWELL
a. Psa 84:10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.
There is no better place to be than in the house of the Lord.
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1. Psalm 23:1-6 The Lord is my shepherd.
A. V1. Want- lack; fail; lessen
a. Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
b. Jas 1:2-4 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; (3) Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. (4) But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
b. Psa 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
No matter what you are going through, you must trust the Shepherd to get you through it.
A. The world does not have the answer to your problems.
B. V.2a Green pastures- Home; habitation; Pleasant place.
a. A place of rest.
b Isa 28:11-12 For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people. (12) To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.
c. Rom 8:26-28 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. (27) And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God. (28) And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
The Holy Spirit is a place of rest for us.
C. V.2b Still Waters- Peaceful water.
a. So many people live their lives in turmoil- Drama
b. Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
c. Rev 7:17 For the Lamb Who is in the midst of the throne will be their Shepherd, and He will guide them to the springs of the waters of life; and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. AMP
d. The peace of God is the greatest thing that you will ever walk in.
D. V.3 Restoreth soul; Leadeth in paths
a.Psa 23:3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name. NLT
b. Psa 23:3 He refreshes and restores my life (my self); He leads me in the paths of righteousness [uprightness and right standing with Him--not for my earning it, but] for His name's sake. AMP
c.Psa 23:3 True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. MSG
Psa 40:2-3 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. (3) And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.
God has given us new life and the Holy Spirit is leading us in the ways that will bring glory to God.
E. V.4 Valley of the shadow of death; Rod and staff.
a. Shadows are determined by the direction of the light.
b. The rod was used for protection and correction.
c. The staff had a hook that was used for guidance.
F. V.5 Preparest table.
a. Psa 23:5 You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies can see me; you welcome me as an honored guest and fill my cup to the brim. GNB
b. Right in front of those that said you were nothing- Those that said you wouldn't last long- Those that said they'll never make it.
c. You are overflowing right in front of them!
G. V.6 Goodness and mercy.
a. No matter where I go, No matter what I do.
H. AND I WILL DWELL
a. Psa 84:10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.
There is no better place to be than in the house of the Lord.
The Word Never Fails
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1. John 1:1-4;14 The Word is from the beginning.
A. The Word was there when everything was created- And God said.
B. The Word will be here when everything passes away- Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
Our life with God is based upon his Word.
Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
2. Heb 4:12-13 The Word of God is quick and powerful.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart. (13) And not a creature exists that is concealed from His sight, but all things are open and exposed, naked and defenseless to the eyes of Him with Whom we have to do.AMP
Trying to live the Christian life without knowing the Word of God is like having a drivers license and not knowing how to drive a car.
Using the Word is the key to being a successful Disciple.
A. Do what Jesus did.
3. Luke 4:30-36 What a Word is this.
A. The Word carries power and authority.
When you know the words you are speaking are backed by all of heaven, your words carry the same power and authority as Jesus' did.
A. It is our faith in the word of God that activates it.
4. Matt 8:5-13;16 Speak the Word only
A. He cast out the spirits with his word.
The Church is the body of Christ- We are commissioned to carry on and do business for the Kingdom.
A. You can't do business if you don't know what the business is.
Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
It's time to grow up and quit whinning about every little thing- You've been given the Word.
The Word Never Fails!
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1. John 1:1-4;14 The Word is from the beginning.
A. The Word was there when everything was created- And God said.
B. The Word will be here when everything passes away- Luk 21:33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
Our life with God is based upon his Word.
Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
2. Heb 4:12-13 The Word of God is quick and powerful.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart. (13) And not a creature exists that is concealed from His sight, but all things are open and exposed, naked and defenseless to the eyes of Him with Whom we have to do.AMP
Trying to live the Christian life without knowing the Word of God is like having a drivers license and not knowing how to drive a car.
Using the Word is the key to being a successful Disciple.
A. Do what Jesus did.
3. Luke 4:30-36 What a Word is this.
A. The Word carries power and authority.
When you know the words you are speaking are backed by all of heaven, your words carry the same power and authority as Jesus' did.
A. It is our faith in the word of God that activates it.
4. Matt 8:5-13;16 Speak the Word only
A. He cast out the spirits with his word.
The Church is the body of Christ- We are commissioned to carry on and do business for the Kingdom.
A. You can't do business if you don't know what the business is.
Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
It's time to grow up and quit whinning about every little thing- You've been given the Word.
The Word Never Fails!
What Are You Doing
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1. 1John 3:18-24 Do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
A. We can't just talk about how much we love God.
B. Love is a commandment- A fruit of the Spirit- It is shown in action.
C. If we can do things that are pleasing in his sight, then we can do things that aren't.
Many times we do things that we justify in our minds are pleasing to him.
A. I know I was supposed to do this, but I'll do that.
Mat 21:12-13 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, (13) And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
A. Deut 14 God told them to turn their tithe into money and buy when they got there.
B. They probably started out right.
C. They had Justified moving their operation inside the temple. Money changers came too.
D. They were no longer giving unblemished sacrifices, they were giving what was left.
Most believers start out giving their best, but after a while just give what is left.
A. Everything else becomes more important to them.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
2. Matt 7:21-23 He that doeth the will of my Father.
A. Being a part time Christian may please you, but does it please the Father?
B. V. 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them.
C. Illustation: What if the snowplow driver didn't do what he was told to do?
3. Romans 16:17-18 Serve not the Lord Jesus.
A. Is what they are doing building up the Kingdom or tearing down.
B. Don't just listen to what they say- What do their actions tell you.
Mat 7:20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.
When we made Jesus our Lord, we swore allegiance to Him and His Word.
A. We came into covenant with God. 1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
B. Everything we do must be in consideration of Jesus who paid the price for us.
How do I make sure I keep giving God my best?
4. 1Kings 18:36-40 Elijah slew the prophets of Baal.
A. Elijah destroyed everything that did not represent God.
B. We must kill anything in our lives that does not put God first.
Mat 27:22 Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.
Illustration: When the coyote finally caught the roadrunner, he looked at everyone and held up a sign that said "Okay wise guys, you always wanted me to catch him. What do I do now?"
If you are truly born-again, Christ lives in you- What are you going to do with Jesus?
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1. 1John 3:18-24 Do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
A. We can't just talk about how much we love God.
B. Love is a commandment- A fruit of the Spirit- It is shown in action.
C. If we can do things that are pleasing in his sight, then we can do things that aren't.
Many times we do things that we justify in our minds are pleasing to him.
A. I know I was supposed to do this, but I'll do that.
Mat 21:12-13 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, (13) And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
A. Deut 14 God told them to turn their tithe into money and buy when they got there.
B. They probably started out right.
C. They had Justified moving their operation inside the temple. Money changers came too.
D. They were no longer giving unblemished sacrifices, they were giving what was left.
Most believers start out giving their best, but after a while just give what is left.
A. Everything else becomes more important to them.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
2. Matt 7:21-23 He that doeth the will of my Father.
A. Being a part time Christian may please you, but does it please the Father?
B. V. 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them.
C. Illustation: What if the snowplow driver didn't do what he was told to do?
3. Romans 16:17-18 Serve not the Lord Jesus.
A. Is what they are doing building up the Kingdom or tearing down.
B. Don't just listen to what they say- What do their actions tell you.
Mat 7:20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.
When we made Jesus our Lord, we swore allegiance to Him and His Word.
A. We came into covenant with God. 1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
B. Everything we do must be in consideration of Jesus who paid the price for us.
How do I make sure I keep giving God my best?
4. 1Kings 18:36-40 Elijah slew the prophets of Baal.
A. Elijah destroyed everything that did not represent God.
B. We must kill anything in our lives that does not put God first.
Mat 27:22 Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.
Illustration: When the coyote finally caught the roadrunner, he looked at everyone and held up a sign that said "Okay wise guys, you always wanted me to catch him. What do I do now?"
If you are truly born-again, Christ lives in you- What are you going to do with Jesus?
A Strong House
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1. Proverbs 24:3-4 Where does this wisdom and knowledge come from?
A. Pro 24:3-4 Through skillful and godly Wisdom is a house (a life, a home, a family) built, and by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation], (4) And by knowledge shall its chambers [of every area] be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
B. Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth forever.
C.Pro 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Some people seem to be doing good without the lord.
2. Psalm 127:1 Except the lord build the house.
A. Matt 7 The wise man built upon the rock.
When we build our lives without God, we have nothing to fall back to.
Whether you are saved or lost there will be times when you need to seek refuge.
3. Prov 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower.
The name of the Lord is our greatest weapon against attacks.
Phi 2:9-11 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Joh 16:23-24 And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. (24) Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
4. 1Peter 2:5 We are made a spiritual house through Jesus.
A. We are priests and kings unto God.
B. When we do things without God we classify ourselves with slaves.
5. 1Corinth 6:19-20 Our body is the temple of the Holy Ghost.
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1. Proverbs 24:3-4 Where does this wisdom and knowledge come from?
A. Pro 24:3-4 Through skillful and godly Wisdom is a house (a life, a home, a family) built, and by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation], (4) And by knowledge shall its chambers [of every area] be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
B. Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth forever.
C.Pro 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Some people seem to be doing good without the lord.
2. Psalm 127:1 Except the lord build the house.
A. Matt 7 The wise man built upon the rock.
When we build our lives without God, we have nothing to fall back to.
Whether you are saved or lost there will be times when you need to seek refuge.
3. Prov 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower.
The name of the Lord is our greatest weapon against attacks.
Phi 2:9-11 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: (10) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; (11) And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Joh 16:23-24 And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. (24) Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
4. 1Peter 2:5 We are made a spiritual house through Jesus.
A. We are priests and kings unto God.
B. When we do things without God we classify ourselves with slaves.
5. 1Corinth 6:19-20 Our body is the temple of the Holy Ghost.
knowledge of the Lord
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1. Matt 24:35-42 Knew not until the flood came.
A. They were going on with life as if it would never end.
B. The same thing is going on now.
V.43-51 What happens when you don't know?
A. There are consequences for our actions.
When we live our lives without regard for the Lord and putting Him first, we open a crack for the wicked one.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
We are responsible for knowing because it effects more than ourselves.
A. We are supposed to be raising our children in the way they should go.
2. Acts 17:24-31 Once winked at ignorance.
A. Because we know better he commands repentance.
B. Rom 1:16-20 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. (18) For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; (19) Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. (20) For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:
3. Romans 10:8-21 The way of salvation.
A. They have not all obeyed the gospel.
B. No matter how much of the gospel you hear or know, it won't do any good if you ignore it.
Isaiah was frustrated because the people would not listen to the very words that would save them.
4. Ezek 3:17-21 The watchman can only warn.
A. It is up to the warned to make a choice what they will do.
5. Josh 24:14-15 Choose you this day.
A. Serve him in sincerity and truth.
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1. Matt 24:35-42 Knew not until the flood came.
A. They were going on with life as if it would never end.
B. The same thing is going on now.
V.43-51 What happens when you don't know?
A. There are consequences for our actions.
When we live our lives without regard for the Lord and putting Him first, we open a crack for the wicked one.
Eph 4:27 Neither give place to the devil.
We are responsible for knowing because it effects more than ourselves.
A. We are supposed to be raising our children in the way they should go.
2. Acts 17:24-31 Once winked at ignorance.
A. Because we know better he commands repentance.
B. Rom 1:16-20 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. (18) For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; (19) Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. (20) For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:
3. Romans 10:8-21 The way of salvation.
A. They have not all obeyed the gospel.
B. No matter how much of the gospel you hear or know, it won't do any good if you ignore it.
Isaiah was frustrated because the people would not listen to the very words that would save them.
4. Ezek 3:17-21 The watchman can only warn.
A. It is up to the warned to make a choice what they will do.
5. Josh 24:14-15 Choose you this day.
A. Serve him in sincerity and truth.
Joy
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1. Gal 5:22-23 Fruit of the Spirit.
A. Joy is a fruit of the Spirit.
Joh 15:7-11 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. (8) Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. (9) As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. (10) If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. (11) These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
1Jn 1:3-4 That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. (4) And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.
Joh 16:24 Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
I believe that God is restoring joy this year.
A. Uncertainty about what is going on in the world has stolen peoples's joy.
2. Isaiah 12:2-3 Joy out of the wells of salvation.
A. Even though we may go through some rough times, we must remember that God is still looking out for us.
3. Psalm 126:1-5 Sow in tears, reap in joy.
A. Psa 30:5 ...... weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
It's time for the Church to rise up again and reclaim what they have lost.
How do I get my joy back?
A. Get your eyes off the world and back on God.
B. Since joy is a fruit of the Spirit, stir yourself up.
You have to choose Joy over everything else that comes at you.
A. This includes everything in your past.
Act 20:22-24 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: (23) Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. (24) But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Let's go into this new year with a full manifestation of joy.
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1. Gal 5:22-23 Fruit of the Spirit.
A. Joy is a fruit of the Spirit.
Joh 15:7-11 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. (8) Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. (9) As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. (10) If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. (11) These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
1Jn 1:3-4 That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. (4) And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.
Joh 16:24 Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
I believe that God is restoring joy this year.
A. Uncertainty about what is going on in the world has stolen peoples's joy.
2. Isaiah 12:2-3 Joy out of the wells of salvation.
A. Even though we may go through some rough times, we must remember that God is still looking out for us.
3. Psalm 126:1-5 Sow in tears, reap in joy.
A. Psa 30:5 ...... weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
It's time for the Church to rise up again and reclaim what they have lost.
How do I get my joy back?
A. Get your eyes off the world and back on God.
B. Since joy is a fruit of the Spirit, stir yourself up.
You have to choose Joy over everything else that comes at you.
A. This includes everything in your past.
Act 20:22-24 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: (23) Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. (24) But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Let's go into this new year with a full manifestation of joy.
It's Going to Rain
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1. 1Kings 18:41-45 Sound of abundance of rain.
A. Elijah didn't have the convenience of radar.
B. Elijah sensed it in his spirit.
C. He declared what he sensed.
D. At first it looked like he missed it.
E. When it came it started small.
We have been experiencing the hand.
a. The sky is beginning to get dark.
2. Joel 2:21-27 Former and Latter rain.
A. He will do great things.
B. He brought forth rain to deliver righteous Noah.
C. How much more will he bring forth rain to deliver those that have been made righteous through the blood of his dear Son.
How do we get ready for what's coming?
3. Hosea 6:1-3 Come let us return unto the Lord.
A. After two days.
B. Revive-A prim root (compare H2331, H2424); to live, whether literally or figuratively; causatively to revive: - keep (leave, make) alive, X certainly, give (promise) life, (let, suffer to) live, nourish up, preserve (alive), quicken, recover, repair, restore (to life), revive, (X God) save (alive, life, lives), X surely, be whole.
C. Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord.
I want to see Him do something right now!
4. James 5:7-8 Be patient.
A. Whether he comes in a move that brings restoration of righteousness back to the earth, or He comes to take us home with Him- We will wait with anticipation.
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
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1. 1Kings 18:41-45 Sound of abundance of rain.
A. Elijah didn't have the convenience of radar.
B. Elijah sensed it in his spirit.
C. He declared what he sensed.
D. At first it looked like he missed it.
E. When it came it started small.
We have been experiencing the hand.
a. The sky is beginning to get dark.
2. Joel 2:21-27 Former and Latter rain.
A. He will do great things.
B. He brought forth rain to deliver righteous Noah.
C. How much more will he bring forth rain to deliver those that have been made righteous through the blood of his dear Son.
How do we get ready for what's coming?
3. Hosea 6:1-3 Come let us return unto the Lord.
A. After two days.
B. Revive-A prim root (compare H2331, H2424); to live, whether literally or figuratively; causatively to revive: - keep (leave, make) alive, X certainly, give (promise) life, (let, suffer to) live, nourish up, preserve (alive), quicken, recover, repair, restore (to life), revive, (X God) save (alive, life, lives), X surely, be whole.
C. Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the Lord.
I want to see Him do something right now!
4. James 5:7-8 Be patient.
A. Whether he comes in a move that brings restoration of righteousness back to the earth, or He comes to take us home with Him- We will wait with anticipation.
1Co 15:57-58 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. (58) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
In the Presence
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1. Acts 3:19 Times of Refreshing
A. Refreshing-properly a recovery of breath, that is, (figuratively) revival: - revival.
Natural Refreshing- Cold soda; Cool summer rain
A. You have to partake of it.
Spiritual Refreshing- Comes from the presence of the Lord.
A. You have to get in his presence.
In the natural you have to shower or bathe to get rid of all the dead skin cells on your body.
A. You can grow nose blind to body odor.
Ecc 10:1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.
B. You can be blind to your spiritual folly.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
2Co 4:3-4 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: (4) In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
2. Psalm 16:11 In thy presence is fulness of joy.
A. Joy is not just an emotion that last a little while.
Gal 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (23) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.
3. Psalm 140:13 Being in the presence of God is a pre-meditated decision.
A. I have decided to dwell in His presence.
4. Psalm 91:1-16 He that dwelleth in the secret place.
Everything we will ever need can be found in the presence of the Lord.
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1. Acts 3:19 Times of Refreshing
A. Refreshing-properly a recovery of breath, that is, (figuratively) revival: - revival.
Natural Refreshing- Cold soda; Cool summer rain
A. You have to partake of it.
Spiritual Refreshing- Comes from the presence of the Lord.
A. You have to get in his presence.
In the natural you have to shower or bathe to get rid of all the dead skin cells on your body.
A. You can grow nose blind to body odor.
Ecc 10:1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.
B. You can be blind to your spiritual folly.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
2Co 4:3-4 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: (4) In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
2. Psalm 16:11 In thy presence is fulness of joy.
A. Joy is not just an emotion that last a little while.
Gal 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (23) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.
3. Psalm 140:13 Being in the presence of God is a pre-meditated decision.
A. I have decided to dwell in His presence.
4. Psalm 91:1-16 He that dwelleth in the secret place.
Everything we will ever need can be found in the presence of the Lord.
The Miracle of Christmas
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1. Luke 1:26-38 The miracle of Jesus' birth.
A. Born of a virgin.
B. Job 25:4 How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean that is born of a woman?
C. Jesus was born with the pure blood of his Father.
D. You and I also have experienced a miracle birth.
E. The same blood that made Jesus pure in now within us.
2. Matt 2:1-12 Miraculous Provision.
A. God saw to it that every need of the baby would be seen to.
B. Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
C. Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
God still miraculously provides for us.
3. Matt 2:13-16 Miraculous protection
A. God took the baby out of harms way.
B. God takes us out of harm's way when we don't even know it.
C. Isa 52:12 For ye shall not go out with haste, nor go by flight: for the LORD will go before you; and the God of Israel will be your rereward.
D. Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
(Psa 91:9-11)
4. Luke 2:39-52 Miraculous Wisdom and Favor
A. He astonished the doctors of the law.
B. Luk 2:52 And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
C. We have also been given wisdom and favor.
When he grew up, God used this baby to change the world. It was his purpose.
You and I have been anointed to change the world- We need to be about the Father's business.
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1. Luke 1:26-38 The miracle of Jesus' birth.
A. Born of a virgin.
B. Job 25:4 How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean that is born of a woman?
C. Jesus was born with the pure blood of his Father.
D. You and I also have experienced a miracle birth.
E. The same blood that made Jesus pure in now within us.
2. Matt 2:1-12 Miraculous Provision.
A. God saw to it that every need of the baby would be seen to.
B. Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
C. Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
God still miraculously provides for us.
3. Matt 2:13-16 Miraculous protection
A. God took the baby out of harms way.
B. God takes us out of harm's way when we don't even know it.
C. Isa 52:12 For ye shall not go out with haste, nor go by flight: for the LORD will go before you; and the God of Israel will be your rereward.
D. Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
(Psa 91:9-11)
4. Luke 2:39-52 Miraculous Wisdom and Favor
A. He astonished the doctors of the law.
B. Luk 2:52 And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
C. We have also been given wisdom and favor.
When he grew up, God used this baby to change the world. It was his purpose.
You and I have been anointed to change the world- We need to be about the Father's business.
Christmas Conviction
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1. Heb 2:1-3 Lest we should let them slip.
A. It has been said that it only takes 4 generations for something to be lost.
B. Conviction- Persuation- Opinion- Don't care
When we allow our conviction of something to slip, then will see the integrity of it slip also.
The birth of Jesus is one of those examples.
When Adam disobeyed in the garden sin entered into the earth
Jesus was God solution to eradicate sin.
A. Isaiah prophesied it-Isa 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. (7) Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.
B. Angels prophesied it- Luk 1:30-33 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. (31) And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. (32) He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: (33) And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.
C. Angels proclaimed it- Luk 2:10-11 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. (11) For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
Without the birth of Jesus there could be no crucifiction.
As time passed December 25 was set to celebrate a celebration called Christ's Mass.
A. It eventually evolved into the word Christmas- A time to remember the birth of Christ.
Like any good celebration that includes food and festivities the true meaning of Christmas was dimmed by the latter.
So here we are today- December 2021
A. What are we doing? What are we celebrating?
Have we let what we have heard slip and allowed the celebration of a holiday drown out the real reason for the holiday.
Christmas is about God giving humanity the gift of a Savior to save us from our sin.
A. The wise men brought their gifts and gave them to the Lord.
B. It was all about Him.
Today it seems that Christmas is all about us-
A. We say it's about Him but our actions show otherwise.
B. We won't come to church to worship Him, but we will knock somebody down trying to get to Christmas play our child or grandchild is in about Him.
C. We won't bring Him his tithe or an offering, but we will let our bills go unpaid in order to buy the best presents.
D. We can't come to church to celebrate the birth of Christ because we have too many Christmas parties to go to.
We have to understand why this is significant-
A. Everything that is going on has been passed down.
B. You are responsible for what is passed down to your descendants.
When we lose our conviction everything begins to erode.
A. Instead of Merry Christmas it's happy holidays.
B. Instead of Christmas trees it's holiday trees.
C. Instead of the Christmas season, they want holiday season.
Oh, that won't happen-
A. When Christ, prayer, and disclipline went out of schools, mass murder came in.
B. When abortion was legalized, mass murder was legalized.
C. When perverted behavior was classified as normal, men started going into little girls bathrooms.
D. When the laws that have kept this country safe throughout history are no longer enforced- lawlessness prevails.
Someone asked me- Why does it seem like it is so much worse now. Even with kids?
A. When light is taken away, darkness invades.
B. Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Here's the good news- Dan 11:32 .... but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
It's not over! There is a people that have not bent their knee to Baal.
A. Don't listen to the lies of the devil. There's many more of us than you think.
We are going to remember the things we have heard and stand strong.
A. We are going to impose the Kingdom of light and dispell the darkness.
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1. Heb 2:1-3 Lest we should let them slip.
A. It has been said that it only takes 4 generations for something to be lost.
B. Conviction- Persuation- Opinion- Don't care
When we allow our conviction of something to slip, then will see the integrity of it slip also.
The birth of Jesus is one of those examples.
When Adam disobeyed in the garden sin entered into the earth
Jesus was God solution to eradicate sin.
A. Isaiah prophesied it-Isa 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. (7) Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.
B. Angels prophesied it- Luk 1:30-33 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. (31) And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. (32) He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: (33) And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.
C. Angels proclaimed it- Luk 2:10-11 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. (11) For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
Without the birth of Jesus there could be no crucifiction.
As time passed December 25 was set to celebrate a celebration called Christ's Mass.
A. It eventually evolved into the word Christmas- A time to remember the birth of Christ.
Like any good celebration that includes food and festivities the true meaning of Christmas was dimmed by the latter.
So here we are today- December 2021
A. What are we doing? What are we celebrating?
Have we let what we have heard slip and allowed the celebration of a holiday drown out the real reason for the holiday.
Christmas is about God giving humanity the gift of a Savior to save us from our sin.
A. The wise men brought their gifts and gave them to the Lord.
B. It was all about Him.
Today it seems that Christmas is all about us-
A. We say it's about Him but our actions show otherwise.
B. We won't come to church to worship Him, but we will knock somebody down trying to get to Christmas play our child or grandchild is in about Him.
C. We won't bring Him his tithe or an offering, but we will let our bills go unpaid in order to buy the best presents.
D. We can't come to church to celebrate the birth of Christ because we have too many Christmas parties to go to.
We have to understand why this is significant-
A. Everything that is going on has been passed down.
B. You are responsible for what is passed down to your descendants.
When we lose our conviction everything begins to erode.
A. Instead of Merry Christmas it's happy holidays.
B. Instead of Christmas trees it's holiday trees.
C. Instead of the Christmas season, they want holiday season.
Oh, that won't happen-
A. When Christ, prayer, and disclipline went out of schools, mass murder came in.
B. When abortion was legalized, mass murder was legalized.
C. When perverted behavior was classified as normal, men started going into little girls bathrooms.
D. When the laws that have kept this country safe throughout history are no longer enforced- lawlessness prevails.
Someone asked me- Why does it seem like it is so much worse now. Even with kids?
A. When light is taken away, darkness invades.
B. Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Here's the good news- Dan 11:32 .... but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
It's not over! There is a people that have not bent their knee to Baal.
A. Don't listen to the lies of the devil. There's many more of us than you think.
We are going to remember the things we have heard and stand strong.
A. We are going to impose the Kingdom of light and dispell the darkness.
The Tale of Two Caves
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In the Bible we have the stories of 2 different anointed men who ended up in caves for the same reason- They were afraid for their life.
In 1Kings 19- Elijah was running from Jezebel-
A. He had just called down fire from heaven and killed the 450 prophets of Baal.
In 1Samuel 22- David was running from Saul-
A. David had just killed Goliath- The women were singing Saul hath slain his thousands and David his ten thousands.
Fear for their life drove both of them into a cave.
Why a cave?
A. The cave was a place that would cut off their exposure to the outside world.
a. Nothing or no one can get to me here.
b. Christians are not created to be hiding from the world, we are created to show God to the world.
1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
B. But the cave is a cold dark place- There is no light.
a. In the dark cold solitude you are left with nothing but your thoughts.
b. What you think upon will determine what you do from this point.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
c. You shouldn't be in this place because Eph 5:8 For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:
d. Since you are here, it's a good time to set your thoughts on God and what he can do for you. Reconnect and draw strength from him.
C. The problem with the cave is that you can't stay in there forever.
a. You can't be what God wants you to be and stay in a cave.
b. Your gifts, talents, and anointings are to be used on others.
D. It doesn't matter why you went into the cave- It matters HOW you come out.
1. 1Kings 19:9-18 I'm the only one left.
A. Elijah was still afraid and feeling sorry for himself.
2. 1Sam 22:1-2;5 David became a captain over 400 men.
A. He came out of the cave ready to do battle for the kingdom of God.
You have a choice as to what you let the cave do to you.
Come out of the cave knowing that if God be for me, who can be against me.
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In the Bible we have the stories of 2 different anointed men who ended up in caves for the same reason- They were afraid for their life.
In 1Kings 19- Elijah was running from Jezebel-
A. He had just called down fire from heaven and killed the 450 prophets of Baal.
In 1Samuel 22- David was running from Saul-
A. David had just killed Goliath- The women were singing Saul hath slain his thousands and David his ten thousands.
Fear for their life drove both of them into a cave.
Why a cave?
A. The cave was a place that would cut off their exposure to the outside world.
a. Nothing or no one can get to me here.
b. Christians are not created to be hiding from the world, we are created to show God to the world.
1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
B. But the cave is a cold dark place- There is no light.
a. In the dark cold solitude you are left with nothing but your thoughts.
b. What you think upon will determine what you do from this point.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
c. You shouldn't be in this place because Eph 5:8 For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:
d. Since you are here, it's a good time to set your thoughts on God and what he can do for you. Reconnect and draw strength from him.
C. The problem with the cave is that you can't stay in there forever.
a. You can't be what God wants you to be and stay in a cave.
b. Your gifts, talents, and anointings are to be used on others.
D. It doesn't matter why you went into the cave- It matters HOW you come out.
1. 1Kings 19:9-18 I'm the only one left.
A. Elijah was still afraid and feeling sorry for himself.
2. 1Sam 22:1-2;5 David became a captain over 400 men.
A. He came out of the cave ready to do battle for the kingdom of God.
You have a choice as to what you let the cave do to you.
Come out of the cave knowing that if God be for me, who can be against me.
God's Waiting Room
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One of the hardest things we can do is wait. If there is one thing we hate more than anything else, it's waiting.
When you are in need of medical attention, most of the time you end up in a waiting room somewhere.
A. The waiting room can be a place of hope- I'm about to get the help I need.
B. A place of irritation- This is taking way longer than I wanted it to.
C. A place of impatience - Start asking how much longer is it going to be.
D. A place of anger- That's it I'm out of here.
E. A place where you choose to wait it out and receive what you came for.
1. Isaiah 40:31 They that wait upon the Lord.
There are times that we must wait upon the Lord while he is preparing us for what lies ahead. It's God's waiting room.
Exodus 3- Moses waited on the backside of the desert until God was ready to use him to deliver his people.- He kept his father-in-law's flock.
A. Moses' willingness to give up the life of Egypt put him in position to be used .
B. Are we willing to give up Egypt for what God wants for us.
2. Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away your confidence.
A. Our willingness to wait reveals the value we place on what we are waiting for.
Gen 15- Abraham waited 25 years for God to give He and Sarah a son.
A. Their impatience caused them to self medicate.......
B. God is always on time with his appointments- We are the ones that mess them up.
C. God gives us waiting room time so we can get refocused on what's important.
1Sam 16- David waited 15 years before he was officially king after he was anointed king by Samuel.
A. David was doing everything right, but he still had to wait on God's timing.
B. David never failed to honor God's anointed while he waited.
Acts 9- Paul is a chosen vessel.- He was still put in God's waiting room.
A. Paul's attempts to preach before he was sent to Tarsus to wait almost got him killed.
Most of us hate being put in the waiting room, but we must remember that the waiting room is the last step before coming face to face with the physician.
Jesus our Great Physician loves us enough to put us in the waiting room- He doesn't want us running around trying to do things on our own.
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One of the hardest things we can do is wait. If there is one thing we hate more than anything else, it's waiting.
When you are in need of medical attention, most of the time you end up in a waiting room somewhere.
A. The waiting room can be a place of hope- I'm about to get the help I need.
B. A place of irritation- This is taking way longer than I wanted it to.
C. A place of impatience - Start asking how much longer is it going to be.
D. A place of anger- That's it I'm out of here.
E. A place where you choose to wait it out and receive what you came for.
1. Isaiah 40:31 They that wait upon the Lord.
There are times that we must wait upon the Lord while he is preparing us for what lies ahead. It's God's waiting room.
Exodus 3- Moses waited on the backside of the desert until God was ready to use him to deliver his people.- He kept his father-in-law's flock.
A. Moses' willingness to give up the life of Egypt put him in position to be used .
B. Are we willing to give up Egypt for what God wants for us.
2. Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away your confidence.
A. Our willingness to wait reveals the value we place on what we are waiting for.
Gen 15- Abraham waited 25 years for God to give He and Sarah a son.
A. Their impatience caused them to self medicate.......
B. God is always on time with his appointments- We are the ones that mess them up.
C. God gives us waiting room time so we can get refocused on what's important.
1Sam 16- David waited 15 years before he was officially king after he was anointed king by Samuel.
A. David was doing everything right, but he still had to wait on God's timing.
B. David never failed to honor God's anointed while he waited.
Acts 9- Paul is a chosen vessel.- He was still put in God's waiting room.
A. Paul's attempts to preach before he was sent to Tarsus to wait almost got him killed.
Most of us hate being put in the waiting room, but we must remember that the waiting room is the last step before coming face to face with the physician.
Jesus our Great Physician loves us enough to put us in the waiting room- He doesn't want us running around trying to do things on our own.
Followers
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1. Luke 9:23-26 Take up his cross daily.
A. Follow me....
B. Disciple- A follower; an adherent to the doctrines of another. Hence the constant attendants of Christ were called his disciples; and hence all Christians are called his disciples, as they profess to learn and receive his doctrines and precepts.
Every born again believer should be following Jesus on a daily basis.
A man named Kyle Idleman wrote a book called Not a Fan.
A. Not a fan, but a follower.
What's the difference in being a fan versus a follower?
A. The fan will watch the occasional game- The follower knows the 911 on it all.
B. The fan may go to a home game. but not an away game. Sunday verus Wednesday.
2. Luke 22:54-62 We have to be careful that we don't let certain circumstances cause us to be a follower from far off.
A. Mat 26:58 But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest's palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.
B. Some want to follow just close enough for fire insurance, but not close enough to be fully committed.
3. Jonah 1:1-3 Some people are followers until God tells them to do something they don't want to.
A. A true follower will try to do what God ask them to do-
4. 1Kings 18:21 How long halt ye.
A. You must choose who or what you will follow.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
Don't just be a fan- Be a Follower!
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1. Luke 9:23-26 Take up his cross daily.
A. Follow me....
B. Disciple- A follower; an adherent to the doctrines of another. Hence the constant attendants of Christ were called his disciples; and hence all Christians are called his disciples, as they profess to learn and receive his doctrines and precepts.
Every born again believer should be following Jesus on a daily basis.
A man named Kyle Idleman wrote a book called Not a Fan.
A. Not a fan, but a follower.
What's the difference in being a fan versus a follower?
A. The fan will watch the occasional game- The follower knows the 911 on it all.
B. The fan may go to a home game. but not an away game. Sunday verus Wednesday.
2. Luke 22:54-62 We have to be careful that we don't let certain circumstances cause us to be a follower from far off.
A. Mat 26:58 But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest's palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.
B. Some want to follow just close enough for fire insurance, but not close enough to be fully committed.
3. Jonah 1:1-3 Some people are followers until God tells them to do something they don't want to.
A. A true follower will try to do what God ask them to do-
4. 1Kings 18:21 How long halt ye.
A. You must choose who or what you will follow.
B. Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
Don't just be a fan- Be a Follower!
Stay Connected to the Source
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1. Luke 5:17-26 The power of the Lord was present to heal.
A. Just because you are in the presence, doesn't mean you automatically get it.
Ilustrate lamp: It Must have a power source and the switch must be on.
Jesus is our power source!
2. John 15:1-8 I am the vine, ye are the branches.
A. V.7 Abiding in the vine and having the Word in us opens us up for the power of God to work through us.
Many Christians are missing out because they are running out of oil.
3. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
A. We can allow our oil to run low while we are waiting for God's manifest glory.
4. Exodus 17:8-13 Moses' hand are held up.
A. Joshua was connected to Moses who was connected to God.
We must keep ourselves connected to our source of strength and power.
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1. Luke 5:17-26 The power of the Lord was present to heal.
A. Just because you are in the presence, doesn't mean you automatically get it.
Ilustrate lamp: It Must have a power source and the switch must be on.
Jesus is our power source!
2. John 15:1-8 I am the vine, ye are the branches.
A. V.7 Abiding in the vine and having the Word in us opens us up for the power of God to work through us.
Many Christians are missing out because they are running out of oil.
3. Matt 25:1-13 Wise and foolish virgins.
A. We can allow our oil to run low while we are waiting for God's manifest glory.
4. Exodus 17:8-13 Moses' hand are held up.
A. Joshua was connected to Moses who was connected to God.
We must keep ourselves connected to our source of strength and power.
Naaman Attends Church in Israel
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1. 2Kings 5:1-27 Naaman comes for healing.
A. V.3 If he'd go to my church, he'd get healed.
a. Some of you are afraid to invite people to your church- especially your boss.
B. V.7 The King of Israel said Am I God?
b. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in every believer.
C. V.8 When Elisha heard- Let him come now and he will know.
c. Elisha wasn't afraid to put the power of God on the line.
D. V.9-12 The prophet sent a messenger-
d. I want the Pastor to lay hands on me.
e. The waters where I came from are better than these. Why did you come then?
E. V. 13-14 If he would have made a spectacle out of you, you would have done it.
e. You don't get to tell God how to do it- Just do what he says.
F. V.15-19 Elisha refuses to take payment for what God has done.
f. He didn't want it to look like to the world that God was for sell.
g. There are too many trying to sell healing or properity.
G. V.20-24 Gehazi went and got stuff from Naaman.
g. The man of God had already set the standard.
h. Gehazi thought it would be ok as long as no one knew about it.
H. V.25-26 You can't hide anything from God.
Now more than ever Believers need to pull away from the world and hook up with Jesus.
He is our source for everything we need in this life.
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1. 2Kings 5:1-27 Naaman comes for healing.
A. V.3 If he'd go to my church, he'd get healed.
a. Some of you are afraid to invite people to your church- especially your boss.
B. V.7 The King of Israel said Am I God?
b. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in every believer.
C. V.8 When Elisha heard- Let him come now and he will know.
c. Elisha wasn't afraid to put the power of God on the line.
D. V.9-12 The prophet sent a messenger-
d. I want the Pastor to lay hands on me.
e. The waters where I came from are better than these. Why did you come then?
E. V. 13-14 If he would have made a spectacle out of you, you would have done it.
e. You don't get to tell God how to do it- Just do what he says.
F. V.15-19 Elisha refuses to take payment for what God has done.
f. He didn't want it to look like to the world that God was for sell.
g. There are too many trying to sell healing or properity.
G. V.20-24 Gehazi went and got stuff from Naaman.
g. The man of God had already set the standard.
h. Gehazi thought it would be ok as long as no one knew about it.
H. V.25-26 You can't hide anything from God.
Now more than ever Believers need to pull away from the world and hook up with Jesus.
He is our source for everything we need in this life.
Real Thanksgiving
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The first Thanksgiving as it is known was in 1621, when the pilgrims that left England and settled in Massachusetts and a local Indian tribe shared their first harvest.
It wasn't until 1863 at the height of the civil war that Abraham Lincoln in a proclamation entreating all Americans to ask God to “commend to his tender care all those who have become widows, orphans, mourners or sufferers in the lamentable civil strife” and to “heal the wounds of the nation.”
Thanksgiving came about as a result of people thanking God for what he had brought them through.
Today for the most part, the true meaning of Thanksgiving has been lost.
A. It has been crushed by the eagerness of those who can't wait to dawn on costumes of that celebrate death and the celebration of the Fat Man (Black Friday).
What was meant to be a glorious day of thanks to God for Family, Friends, and Country has been reduced to "Turkey Day".
A. We can't figure out why we have Godless people in authority.
B. We can't figure out why are friends and family are strung out on drugs.
C. We can't figure out why they want to teach our kids everything except the truth.
1. Psalm 9:15-20 The nations that forget God.
A. Nations are but men. Nations not governments.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
If you are more excited about shopping on Friday than Giving Thanks to God on Thursday, You Need to REPENT!
Being a Disciple of Christ is not some little game we play on Sunday Morning-
A. It's a 24/7 lifestyle that you live.
B. You don't get to have it your way or you get your feelings hurt, you do it God's way.
Psa 69:30 I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Psa 95:2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
Psa 100:2-5 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. (3) Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. (4) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. (5) For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
The gates and courts were at His House!
Thanksgiving is not about the meal! The meal should not be the focus of the day.
A. A lot of folks miss the Man because they are busy preparing the meal.
2. Luke 10:38-42 One thing is needful.
Putting God first is the most important thing you can do. It always produces good things.
3. 2Corinth 9:10-11 Seed and bread to the sower.
I urge everyone listening to make this Thanksgiving all about God.
NGC 11-24-21
The first Thanksgiving as it is known was in 1621, when the pilgrims that left England and settled in Massachusetts and a local Indian tribe shared their first harvest.
It wasn't until 1863 at the height of the civil war that Abraham Lincoln in a proclamation entreating all Americans to ask God to “commend to his tender care all those who have become widows, orphans, mourners or sufferers in the lamentable civil strife” and to “heal the wounds of the nation.”
Thanksgiving came about as a result of people thanking God for what he had brought them through.
Today for the most part, the true meaning of Thanksgiving has been lost.
A. It has been crushed by the eagerness of those who can't wait to dawn on costumes of that celebrate death and the celebration of the Fat Man (Black Friday).
What was meant to be a glorious day of thanks to God for Family, Friends, and Country has been reduced to "Turkey Day".
A. We can't figure out why we have Godless people in authority.
B. We can't figure out why are friends and family are strung out on drugs.
C. We can't figure out why they want to teach our kids everything except the truth.
1. Psalm 9:15-20 The nations that forget God.
A. Nations are but men. Nations not governments.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
If you are more excited about shopping on Friday than Giving Thanks to God on Thursday, You Need to REPENT!
Being a Disciple of Christ is not some little game we play on Sunday Morning-
A. It's a 24/7 lifestyle that you live.
B. You don't get to have it your way or you get your feelings hurt, you do it God's way.
Psa 69:30 I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Psa 95:2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
Psa 100:2-5 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. (3) Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. (4) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. (5) For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
The gates and courts were at His House!
Thanksgiving is not about the meal! The meal should not be the focus of the day.
A. A lot of folks miss the Man because they are busy preparing the meal.
2. Luke 10:38-42 One thing is needful.
Putting God first is the most important thing you can do. It always produces good things.
3. 2Corinth 9:10-11 Seed and bread to the sower.
I urge everyone listening to make this Thanksgiving all about God.
The Importance of Speaking in Tongues
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1. Acts 1:1-8 Wait for the power.
A. Acts 2:1-4 Filled with the Holy Ghost and spake in tongues.
B. Acts 2:32-39 The promise is for everyone.
It is God's will for every believer to be filled with the Holy Ghost and Speak in other tongues.
The problem is that the subject has not been taught well and there have been many misunderstandings. These misunderstandings have caused some objections to it.
I. Jesus didn't speak in tongues-
A. Speaking in tongues and interpretation of tongues is unique to this dispensation.
B. In Mark 16 that New Testament believers would speak with new tongues.
C. This doesn't mean you won't be cussin or talking dirty.
II. Tongues are of the devil.
A. 1Corinth 12- Tongues are a gift of the Spirit- If speaking in tongues is of the devil, then so is the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity.
B. If you are a child of God and ask the Father for an infilling of the Spirit, you are not going to receive something else.
Luk 11:11-13 If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, will he give him a stone? or if he ask a fish, will he for a fish give him a serpent? (12) Or if he shall ask an egg, will he offer him a scorpion? (13) If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him?
III. Tongues have ceased.
A. 1Co 13:8 Charity never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away.
B. Tongues won't cease until knowledge vanishes away.
All tongues are from the Holy Spirit, but they are different in purpose and use.
A. Some are personal and some are public.
B. 1Co 14:18-19 I thank my God, I speak with tongues more than ye all: (19) Yet in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach others also, than ten thousand words in an unknown tongue.
C. Paul was not downplaying the importance of tongues, he was establishing order for the way they should be conducted.
Advantages of Speaking in Tongues-
2. 1Corinth 14:2 Supernatural means of speaking to God.
A. Moffatt translation says He speaketh divine secrets.
B. V.14 Praying-1Co 14:14 For if I pray in an [unknown] tongue, my spirit [by the Holy Spirit within me] prays,
C. V.15- With the Spirit and with Understanding
D. Eph 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
14:4- A Means of Supernatural Edification.
A. Edify- A house builder, embolden; Greek scholars say "charge".
B. Jud 1:20 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,
3. Romans 8:26-27 Praying God's Will
A. The Holy Spirit doesn't do our praying for us.
B. When we don't know the situation, the Holy Spirit does.
C. Praying in the Spirit helps us from being selfish in our prayers.
Praying and Speaking in tongues keeps you conscious of the Holy Spirit's presence
within you.
A. It is the gateway for the Gift's of the Spirit.
Isa 28:12 To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.
Praying and Speaking in tongues should be a regular regiment in every believers life.
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1. Acts 1:1-8 Wait for the power.
A. Acts 2:1-4 Filled with the Holy Ghost and spake in tongues.
B. Acts 2:32-39 The promise is for everyone.
It is God's will for every believer to be filled with the Holy Ghost and Speak in other tongues.
The problem is that the subject has not been taught well and there have been many misunderstandings. These misunderstandings have caused some objections to it.
I. Jesus didn't speak in tongues-
A. Speaking in tongues and interpretation of tongues is unique to this dispensation.
B. In Mark 16 that New Testament believers would speak with new tongues.
C. This doesn't mean you won't be cussin or talking dirty.
II. Tongues are of the devil.
A. 1Corinth 12- Tongues are a gift of the Spirit- If speaking in tongues is of the devil, then so is the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity.
B. If you are a child of God and ask the Father for an infilling of the Spirit, you are not going to receive something else.
Luk 11:11-13 If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, will he give him a stone? or if he ask a fish, will he for a fish give him a serpent? (12) Or if he shall ask an egg, will he offer him a scorpion? (13) If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him?
III. Tongues have ceased.
A. 1Co 13:8 Charity never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away.
B. Tongues won't cease until knowledge vanishes away.
All tongues are from the Holy Spirit, but they are different in purpose and use.
A. Some are personal and some are public.
B. 1Co 14:18-19 I thank my God, I speak with tongues more than ye all: (19) Yet in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that by my voice I might teach others also, than ten thousand words in an unknown tongue.
C. Paul was not downplaying the importance of tongues, he was establishing order for the way they should be conducted.
Advantages of Speaking in Tongues-
2. 1Corinth 14:2 Supernatural means of speaking to God.
A. Moffatt translation says He speaketh divine secrets.
B. V.14 Praying-1Co 14:14 For if I pray in an [unknown] tongue, my spirit [by the Holy Spirit within me] prays,
C. V.15- With the Spirit and with Understanding
D. Eph 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
14:4- A Means of Supernatural Edification.
A. Edify- A house builder, embolden; Greek scholars say "charge".
B. Jud 1:20 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,
3. Romans 8:26-27 Praying God's Will
A. The Holy Spirit doesn't do our praying for us.
B. When we don't know the situation, the Holy Spirit does.
C. Praying in the Spirit helps us from being selfish in our prayers.
Praying and Speaking in tongues keeps you conscious of the Holy Spirit's presence
within you.
A. It is the gateway for the Gift's of the Spirit.
Isa 28:12 To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.
Praying and Speaking in tongues should be a regular regiment in every believers life.
You Got It
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1. Acts 1:8 Receive Power.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
B. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
C. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
*John 4- Well of water. John 7- Rivers of living water.
2. Acts 3:1-9 Such as I have.
A. They had it before the prayer meeting.
B. What they had was witnessed by all the people.
3. 1Sam 17:1-51 David kills Goliath.
A. Is there not a cause?
B. David knew what he had.
4. 2Kings 4:1-7 What hast thou in the house?
A. The pot of oil was the answer to her problems.
B. Oil is a symbol for the Holy Spirit.
Psa 92:10 But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
Everything you need to impose the Kingdom is already inside you.
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1. Acts 1:8 Receive Power.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
B. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
C. 2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
*John 4- Well of water. John 7- Rivers of living water.
2. Acts 3:1-9 Such as I have.
A. They had it before the prayer meeting.
B. What they had was witnessed by all the people.
3. 1Sam 17:1-51 David kills Goliath.
A. Is there not a cause?
B. David knew what he had.
4. 2Kings 4:1-7 What hast thou in the house?
A. The pot of oil was the answer to her problems.
B. Oil is a symbol for the Holy Spirit.
Psa 92:10 But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
Everything you need to impose the Kingdom is already inside you.
Focus NGC
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1.Philp 3:10-14 Forgetting and reaching forth.
A. Php 3:13-14 No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, (14) I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
Focus- A central point; point of concentration.
When we lose focus things start to get fuzzy.
2. Matt 14:22-33 When Peter saw the wind.
A. As long as he was focused on Jesus he walked on the water.
There will always be something to distract us, so we must stay focused on Jesus.
Ilustration: Blinders on horses.
Pro 4:26-27 Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. (27) Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.
3. Judges 16:4-21 Samson was got off focus with delilah.
4. Acts 21:8-14 Paul kept his focus on going to Jerusalem.
A. We must focus on what God wants us to do, not what others want us to do.
We must also focus on what God wants for us instead of what we want for ourselves.
5. 1Sam 8:4-22 The Israelites want a king.
A. They lost focus on God and got their eye on other nations.
Get your eyes off from everything that isn't God.
Focus on him and you will have and enjoy life.
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1.Philp 3:10-14 Forgetting and reaching forth.
A. Php 3:13-14 No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, (14) I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
Focus- A central point; point of concentration.
When we lose focus things start to get fuzzy.
2. Matt 14:22-33 When Peter saw the wind.
A. As long as he was focused on Jesus he walked on the water.
There will always be something to distract us, so we must stay focused on Jesus.
Ilustration: Blinders on horses.
Pro 4:26-27 Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. (27) Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.
3. Judges 16:4-21 Samson was got off focus with delilah.
4. Acts 21:8-14 Paul kept his focus on going to Jerusalem.
A. We must focus on what God wants us to do, not what others want us to do.
We must also focus on what God wants for us instead of what we want for ourselves.
5. 1Sam 8:4-22 The Israelites want a king.
A. They lost focus on God and got their eye on other nations.
Get your eyes off from everything that isn't God.
Focus on him and you will have and enjoy life.
Disconnect and Restart
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Jurassic Park Movie Summary-
A. The perfect Theme Park- "Spared no expense"
B. A virus was released into the computer system.
C. They had to reboot the system in order to expel the virus.
D. The reboot brought a reset to the system.
Computers are man's attempt at creating a machine that imitates the human brain.
A. They do carry some of the same characteristics.
What are some things we know about computers?
A. They need potection from outside attacks.
B. They are only as good as the information they receive.
C. They need continual maintenence and updates to perform at optimal levels.
D. When all else fails Restart.
A- 1. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
a. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
b. 1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
c. Mar 4:19 And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
d. We need to make sure we have Anti-Virus proection.
B. 2Ti 2:15-16 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (16) But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
a. 2Ti 4:2-4 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. (3) For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; (4) And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
b. 1Ti 4:7-8 But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. (8) For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
C. 1Pe 5:7-9 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. (8) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
a. Updates- Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
D. Restart- Disconnect from the world or old way of life and start new.
a. Moses had to disconnect from Pharoh.
b. Abraham had to disconnect from family.
Jesus had to disconnect from the Father.
Are you willing to disconnect from from whatever it is that is keeping you from being everything God has created you to be?
NGC 11-7-21
Jurassic Park Movie Summary-
A. The perfect Theme Park- "Spared no expense"
B. A virus was released into the computer system.
C. They had to reboot the system in order to expel the virus.
D. The reboot brought a reset to the system.
Computers are man's attempt at creating a machine that imitates the human brain.
A. They do carry some of the same characteristics.
What are some things we know about computers?
A. They need potection from outside attacks.
B. They are only as good as the information they receive.
C. They need continual maintenence and updates to perform at optimal levels.
D. When all else fails Restart.
A- 1. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
a. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
b. 1Pe 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;
c. Mar 4:19 And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
d. We need to make sure we have Anti-Virus proection.
B. 2Ti 2:15-16 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (16) But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
a. 2Ti 4:2-4 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. (3) For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; (4) And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
b. 1Ti 4:7-8 But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. (8) For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
C. 1Pe 5:7-9 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. (8) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
a. Updates- Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
D. Restart- Disconnect from the world or old way of life and start new.
a. Moses had to disconnect from Pharoh.
b. Abraham had to disconnect from family.
Jesus had to disconnect from the Father.
Are you willing to disconnect from from whatever it is that is keeping you from being everything God has created you to be?
Renewed Love
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1. Rev 2:1-4 Left your first love.
A. Rev 2:1-5 TO THE angel (messenger) of the assembly (church) in Ephesus write: These are the words of Him Who holds the seven stars [which are the messengers of the seven churches] in His right hand, Who goes about among the seven golden lampstands [which are the seven churches]: (2) I know your industry and activities, laborious toil and trouble, and your patient endurance, and how you cannot tolerate wicked [men] and have tested and critically appraised those who call [themselves] apostles (special messengers of Christ) and yet are not, and have found them to be impostors and liars. (3) I know you are enduring patiently and are bearing up for My name's sake, and you have not fainted or become exhausted or grown weary. (4) But I have this [one charge to make] against you: that you have left (abandoned) the love that you had at first [you have deserted Me, your first love]. (5) Remember then from what heights you have fallen. Repent (change the inner man to meet God's will) and do the works you did previously [when first you knew the Lord], or else I will visit you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you change your mind and repent.AMP
B. These believers were basically backslidden right in church.
What can cause this as a believer?
2. 1John 2:15-17 Do not love the world.
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. (16) For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. (17) And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.NLT
Most people don't set out to drift away from God.
3. Mark 4:19 Lusts of other things entering in.
A. We are responsible for what we let in.
B. Gal 5:7-9 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? (8) This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you. (9) A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump.
C. Lillian fed the longhorn and it stayed around.
4. Col 3:1-10 Set your affection on things above.
5. Eph 4:21-24 Put on the new man.
We must put on the new man daily- Yesterday was for yesterday- Today is a new day.
A. Makeup only lasts a day.
Luk 9:23-26 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. (24) For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. (25) For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away? (26) For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and in his Father's, and of the holy angels.
Keep your relationship with God fresh by renewing it daily.
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1. Rev 2:1-4 Left your first love.
A. Rev 2:1-5 TO THE angel (messenger) of the assembly (church) in Ephesus write: These are the words of Him Who holds the seven stars [which are the messengers of the seven churches] in His right hand, Who goes about among the seven golden lampstands [which are the seven churches]: (2) I know your industry and activities, laborious toil and trouble, and your patient endurance, and how you cannot tolerate wicked [men] and have tested and critically appraised those who call [themselves] apostles (special messengers of Christ) and yet are not, and have found them to be impostors and liars. (3) I know you are enduring patiently and are bearing up for My name's sake, and you have not fainted or become exhausted or grown weary. (4) But I have this [one charge to make] against you: that you have left (abandoned) the love that you had at first [you have deserted Me, your first love]. (5) Remember then from what heights you have fallen. Repent (change the inner man to meet God's will) and do the works you did previously [when first you knew the Lord], or else I will visit you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you change your mind and repent.AMP
B. These believers were basically backslidden right in church.
What can cause this as a believer?
2. 1John 2:15-17 Do not love the world.
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. (16) For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. (17) And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.NLT
Most people don't set out to drift away from God.
3. Mark 4:19 Lusts of other things entering in.
A. We are responsible for what we let in.
B. Gal 5:7-9 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? (8) This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you. (9) A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump.
C. Lillian fed the longhorn and it stayed around.
4. Col 3:1-10 Set your affection on things above.
5. Eph 4:21-24 Put on the new man.
We must put on the new man daily- Yesterday was for yesterday- Today is a new day.
A. Makeup only lasts a day.
Luk 9:23-26 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. (24) For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. (25) For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away? (26) For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and in his Father's, and of the holy angels.
Keep your relationship with God fresh by renewing it daily.
Acts of Expectation
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1. Judges 7:7-15 Gideon worshipped before he went after the Midianites.
A. If you really believe you have the victory, you ought to act like it.
2. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus cast his garment away.
3. 2Kings 4:20-26 Shunammite womans declares all is well.
4. Matt 8:5-13 The centurion said speak the word only.
5. 1Kings 18:21-40 Elijah drenched the sacrifice.
How we deal with situations that come into our lives demonstrates our expectation.
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1. Judges 7:7-15 Gideon worshipped before he went after the Midianites.
A. If you really believe you have the victory, you ought to act like it.
2. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus cast his garment away.
3. 2Kings 4:20-26 Shunammite womans declares all is well.
4. Matt 8:5-13 The centurion said speak the word only.
5. 1Kings 18:21-40 Elijah drenched the sacrifice.
How we deal with situations that come into our lives demonstrates our expectation.
Know He Will
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1. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
Faith does not rely on the senses to explain itself.
2. John 9:1-34 Jesus heals the blind man
A. V. 1-5 Neither has sinned.
Joh 9:2-4 His disciples asked, "Rabbi, who sinned: this man or his parents, causing him to be born blind?" (3) Jesus said, "You're asking the wrong question. You're looking for someone to blame. There is no such cause-effect here. Look instead for what God can do. (4) We need to be energetically at work for the One who sent me here, working while the sun shines. When night falls, the workday is over.MSG
B. V. 6-7 Mud in the eye; go wash; came seeing.
b. This is not the proper technique for healing.
C. V. 8-9 Neighbors can't figure him out.
D. V. 10-12 How; Who; Where is he.
E. V. 13-17 The religious crowd gets involved- It is the Sabboth.
F. V.18-23 The parents are called in.
G. V. 24-25 I was blind now I see.
H. V. 26-34 He defends Jesus and they cast him out.
3. Gen 22:1-13 God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering.
A. Abraham did not know how, he just knew he would.
It's time for the Church to Know He Will!
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1. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
Faith does not rely on the senses to explain itself.
2. John 9:1-34 Jesus heals the blind man
A. V. 1-5 Neither has sinned.
Joh 9:2-4 His disciples asked, "Rabbi, who sinned: this man or his parents, causing him to be born blind?" (3) Jesus said, "You're asking the wrong question. You're looking for someone to blame. There is no such cause-effect here. Look instead for what God can do. (4) We need to be energetically at work for the One who sent me here, working while the sun shines. When night falls, the workday is over.MSG
B. V. 6-7 Mud in the eye; go wash; came seeing.
b. This is not the proper technique for healing.
C. V. 8-9 Neighbors can't figure him out.
D. V. 10-12 How; Who; Where is he.
E. V. 13-17 The religious crowd gets involved- It is the Sabboth.
F. V.18-23 The parents are called in.
G. V. 24-25 I was blind now I see.
H. V. 26-34 He defends Jesus and they cast him out.
3. Gen 22:1-13 God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering.
A. Abraham did not know how, he just knew he would.
It's time for the Church to Know He Will!
You Can Trust the Lord
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1. Psalm 37:1-11 Trust in the Lord.
A. V1-2 Don't envy workers of iniquity.
2. Psalm 73:1-17 The wicked are on a path to destruction.
*V. 3 Trust in the Lord.
A. Trust- Confidence; a reliance or resting of the mind on the integrity, veracity, justice, friendship or other sound principle of another person.
B. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (7) Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. (8) It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
V.4 Delight thyself also in the Lord.
A. Delight- To affect with great pleasure; to please highly; to give or afford high satisfaction or joy;
a. Delight is a more permanent pleasure than joy, and not dependent on sudden excitement.
B. Delight doesn't need a trigger.
V.5-6 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Commit- To give in trust; to put into the hands or power of another; to entrust;
B. V6 Your right standing will be seen by everyone- God's blessing on you.
V.7-9 Rest in the Lord; The evil will get theirs.
When is all this going to happen?
V.10-18 Yet a little while- The upright will have an inheritance forever.
Nothing that is going on in the world today is taking God by surprise. When the time comes all will be revealed and everyone will receive their just reward.
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1. Psalm 37:1-11 Trust in the Lord.
A. V1-2 Don't envy workers of iniquity.
2. Psalm 73:1-17 The wicked are on a path to destruction.
*V. 3 Trust in the Lord.
A. Trust- Confidence; a reliance or resting of the mind on the integrity, veracity, justice, friendship or other sound principle of another person.
B. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (7) Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. (8) It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
V.4 Delight thyself also in the Lord.
A. Delight- To affect with great pleasure; to please highly; to give or afford high satisfaction or joy;
a. Delight is a more permanent pleasure than joy, and not dependent on sudden excitement.
B. Delight doesn't need a trigger.
V.5-6 Commit thy way unto the Lord.
A. Commit- To give in trust; to put into the hands or power of another; to entrust;
B. V6 Your right standing will be seen by everyone- God's blessing on you.
V.7-9 Rest in the Lord; The evil will get theirs.
When is all this going to happen?
V.10-18 Yet a little while- The upright will have an inheritance forever.
Nothing that is going on in the world today is taking God by surprise. When the time comes all will be revealed and everyone will receive their just reward.
Get Up and Move
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1. Josh 3:1-17 Crossing Jordan
A. Go after the ark.
B. Keep your eyes on the ark that ye may know the way which ye must go.
C. Sanctify yourselves.
2Ti 2:20-21 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour. (21) If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.
D. Nothing happened until the priest's feet hit the water.
In the process of being about the Father's business, he will do wonders among us.
Right now a lot of folks are wanting to sit around until something happens.
2. 2Kings 7:1-16 Why sit we here.
A. We are going to live or die trying.
B. God used lepers to bless the people and bring the Word of the Lord to pass.
3. Mark 5:25-34 The Issue of Blood.
A. She heard of Jesus.
B. She said I shall be whole.
C. Nothing happened until she moved and touched him.
It's time for believers to quit talking about being followers of Jesus and actually start following.
It is hard to perceive what God has done and is doing if you are not present to experience it.
4. John 20:19-27 Thomas was absent.
A. Be not faithless.
5. Heb 10:22-31 Draw near with full assurance of faith.
A. Heb 10:22-31 So let's do it--full of belief, confident that we're presentable inside and out. (23) Let's keep a firm grip on the promises that keep us going. He always keeps his word. (24) Let's see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, (25) not avoiding worshiping together as some do but spurring each other on, especially as we see the big Day approaching. (26) If we give up and turn our backs on all we've learned, all we've been given, all the truth we now know, we repudiate Christ's sacrifice (27) and are left on our own to face the Judgment--and a mighty fierce judgment it will be! (28) If the penalty for breaking the law of Moses is physical death, (29) what do you think will happen if you turn on God's Son, spit on the sacrifice that made you whole, and insult this most gracious Spirit? (30) This is no light matter. God has warned us that he'll hold us to account and make us pay. He was quite explicit: "Vengeance is mine, and I won't overlook a thing," and, "God will judge his people." (31) Nobody's getting by with anything, believe me.MSG
Don't miss anything God has for you- Get up and follow him with all your heart.
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1. Josh 3:1-17 Crossing Jordan
A. Go after the ark.
B. Keep your eyes on the ark that ye may know the way which ye must go.
C. Sanctify yourselves.
2Ti 2:20-21 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour. (21) If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.
D. Nothing happened until the priest's feet hit the water.
In the process of being about the Father's business, he will do wonders among us.
Right now a lot of folks are wanting to sit around until something happens.
2. 2Kings 7:1-16 Why sit we here.
A. We are going to live or die trying.
B. God used lepers to bless the people and bring the Word of the Lord to pass.
3. Mark 5:25-34 The Issue of Blood.
A. She heard of Jesus.
B. She said I shall be whole.
C. Nothing happened until she moved and touched him.
It's time for believers to quit talking about being followers of Jesus and actually start following.
It is hard to perceive what God has done and is doing if you are not present to experience it.
4. John 20:19-27 Thomas was absent.
A. Be not faithless.
5. Heb 10:22-31 Draw near with full assurance of faith.
A. Heb 10:22-31 So let's do it--full of belief, confident that we're presentable inside and out. (23) Let's keep a firm grip on the promises that keep us going. He always keeps his word. (24) Let's see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, (25) not avoiding worshiping together as some do but spurring each other on, especially as we see the big Day approaching. (26) If we give up and turn our backs on all we've learned, all we've been given, all the truth we now know, we repudiate Christ's sacrifice (27) and are left on our own to face the Judgment--and a mighty fierce judgment it will be! (28) If the penalty for breaking the law of Moses is physical death, (29) what do you think will happen if you turn on God's Son, spit on the sacrifice that made you whole, and insult this most gracious Spirit? (30) This is no light matter. God has warned us that he'll hold us to account and make us pay. He was quite explicit: "Vengeance is mine, and I won't overlook a thing," and, "God will judge his people." (31) Nobody's getting by with anything, believe me.MSG
Don't miss anything God has for you- Get up and follow him with all your heart.
Unnatural Faith
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1. Heb 11:1 Now Faith is.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
Faith is believing that something you can't see with your natural eyes is going to come to pass.
When it comes to God, faith is believing that God will do what he said he would do.
A. Luk 1:37-38 For with God nothing shall be impossible. (38) And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.
We live in a natural body which makes it easier for us to look at the natural.
A. 1Co 2:14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
2. Luke 4:1-13 The devil tempts Jesus with the natural.
A. Jesus was full of the Holy Ghost.
B. V. 4 We cannot live by the natural alone.
C. V. 5-7 All this power and the glory of them- If thou wilt worship me.
D. V. 9-12 Prove you are God- Php 2:7-8 But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: (8) And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
We cannot allow what appeals to our senses to determine the direction of our life.
3. 1Corinth 2:1-5 Not in the Wisdom of men.
A. Paul wanted to make sure that their faith was toward God not him.
Act 27:25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.
A. They still went through a shipwreck.
Faith doesn't make things work according to our will - It positions us for God to work things according to his will
4. Gen 15:1-4 God promised Abram a son.
A. It took twenty-five years for it to come to pass.
B. They tried to make it happen in the natural. (Hagar)
C. They both laughed.
D. God reminded Abraham 9 times.
Somewhere along the way they got into position.
5. Romans 4:16-25 The Faith of Abraham.
Let's be fully persuaded that what he has promised he is also able to perform.
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1. Heb 11:1 Now Faith is.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]. AMP
Faith is believing that something you can't see with your natural eyes is going to come to pass.
When it comes to God, faith is believing that God will do what he said he would do.
A. Luk 1:37-38 For with God nothing shall be impossible. (38) And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.
We live in a natural body which makes it easier for us to look at the natural.
A. 1Co 2:14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
2. Luke 4:1-13 The devil tempts Jesus with the natural.
A. Jesus was full of the Holy Ghost.
B. V. 4 We cannot live by the natural alone.
C. V. 5-7 All this power and the glory of them- If thou wilt worship me.
D. V. 9-12 Prove you are God- Php 2:7-8 But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: (8) And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
We cannot allow what appeals to our senses to determine the direction of our life.
3. 1Corinth 2:1-5 Not in the Wisdom of men.
A. Paul wanted to make sure that their faith was toward God not him.
Act 27:25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.
A. They still went through a shipwreck.
Faith doesn't make things work according to our will - It positions us for God to work things according to his will
4. Gen 15:1-4 God promised Abram a son.
A. It took twenty-five years for it to come to pass.
B. They tried to make it happen in the natural. (Hagar)
C. They both laughed.
D. God reminded Abraham 9 times.
Somewhere along the way they got into position.
5. Romans 4:16-25 The Faith of Abraham.
Let's be fully persuaded that what he has promised he is also able to perform.
Be a Reflection
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1. James 1:22-27 Doers of the Word.
A. Do the Word, don't just talk it. Jas 1:26 Anyone who sets himself up as "religious" by talking a good game is self-deceived. This kind of religion is hot air and only hot air. MSG
B. Jas 2:18-20 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. (19) Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. (20) But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
C. Keep yourself unspotted by the world.
Continuing in the perfect law if Liberty will keep you from being spotted by the world.
2. Romans 8:1-5 Walk after the Spirit.
A. There is no condemnation as long as we walk after the Spirit.
B. It's our job to do self evaluations using the Word as our Control or standard.
Don't let someone elses standards or convictions cause you to feel condemned.
A. 1Co 11:31-32 For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. (32) But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world.
B. Rom 14:12 So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
C. 2Co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
Only you and God truly know the status of your relationship.
I want to encourage you to continue to fight the good fight of faith.
A. 1Ti 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
3. Phil 2:12-16 Work out your own salvation.
A. Shine as lights. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
B. Holding forth the Word of life.
4. John 1:1-5 The life was the light of men.
A. Joh 1:5 The Life-Light blazed out of the darkness; the darkness couldn't put it out.
The moon has no light of its own- It can only reflect the sun.
Live your life in a way that will only reflect the Son.
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1. James 1:22-27 Doers of the Word.
A. Do the Word, don't just talk it. Jas 1:26 Anyone who sets himself up as "religious" by talking a good game is self-deceived. This kind of religion is hot air and only hot air. MSG
B. Jas 2:18-20 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. (19) Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. (20) But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
C. Keep yourself unspotted by the world.
Continuing in the perfect law if Liberty will keep you from being spotted by the world.
2. Romans 8:1-5 Walk after the Spirit.
A. There is no condemnation as long as we walk after the Spirit.
B. It's our job to do self evaluations using the Word as our Control or standard.
Don't let someone elses standards or convictions cause you to feel condemned.
A. 1Co 11:31-32 For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. (32) But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world.
B. Rom 14:12 So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
C. 2Co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
Only you and God truly know the status of your relationship.
I want to encourage you to continue to fight the good fight of faith.
A. 1Ti 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
3. Phil 2:12-16 Work out your own salvation.
A. Shine as lights. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
B. Holding forth the Word of life.
4. John 1:1-5 The life was the light of men.
A. Joh 1:5 The Life-Light blazed out of the darkness; the darkness couldn't put it out.
The moon has no light of its own- It can only reflect the sun.
Live your life in a way that will only reflect the Son.
Make Plans for Eternity
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Teacher's conversation with Student- What are your plans?
A. Graduate- Get a job- Find a wife- Have kids- Work until retirement- Enjoy living the rest of my life- Die.
People get so busy planning this life, they ignore planning for eternity.
Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come.
I. Shall he live again? Yes!
A. Man is an eternal being made up of spirit, soul, and body.
B. Sin brought spiritual death and then eventual physical death.
C. Man was sentenced to eternal damnation.
God Allowed Jesus to pay the price for man's disobedience and be our substitute.
1. Isaiah 53:4-11 He shall see the travail of his soul.
By allowing Jesus to pay the price, God gave us the ability to choose where we would spend eternity.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Yes man will live again- Actually, since man is an eternal being he only changes locations after he dies here on earth. That's when the change that Job talked about comes.
2. 1Corinth 15:1-4;12-23;34-58 Paul's explanation of what is to happen.
1Co 15:52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.
3. 1Thes 4:13-18 Paul's description of the rapture.
A. This is why it is so important to make plans for eternity now.
B. Ecc 11:3 If the clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the earth: and if the tree fall toward the south, or toward the north, in the place where the tree falleth, there it shall be.
Right now you have a choice where you will live out your eternity- Don't let death choose for you.
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Teacher's conversation with Student- What are your plans?
A. Graduate- Get a job- Find a wife- Have kids- Work until retirement- Enjoy living the rest of my life- Die.
People get so busy planning this life, they ignore planning for eternity.
Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come.
I. Shall he live again? Yes!
A. Man is an eternal being made up of spirit, soul, and body.
B. Sin brought spiritual death and then eventual physical death.
C. Man was sentenced to eternal damnation.
God Allowed Jesus to pay the price for man's disobedience and be our substitute.
1. Isaiah 53:4-11 He shall see the travail of his soul.
By allowing Jesus to pay the price, God gave us the ability to choose where we would spend eternity.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Yes man will live again- Actually, since man is an eternal being he only changes locations after he dies here on earth. That's when the change that Job talked about comes.
2. 1Corinth 15:1-4;12-23;34-58 Paul's explanation of what is to happen.
1Co 15:52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.
3. 1Thes 4:13-18 Paul's description of the rapture.
A. This is why it is so important to make plans for eternity now.
B. Ecc 11:3 If the clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the earth: and if the tree fall toward the south, or toward the north, in the place where the tree falleth, there it shall be.
Right now you have a choice where you will live out your eternity- Don't let death choose for you.
God's Will to Bless
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Is it really God's will to bless us?
How can I really know the will of God? God's Word is God's will.
1. John 10:10 Jesus came to give us abundant life.
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Abundant Life includes being blessed spiritually, physically, and financially.
2. 3John 1:2 I wish above all things.
A. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way... AMP
B. I pray that you may in all respects prosper and enjoy good health, just as your soul already prospers. WNT
Prosperity is more than money- It is just a part of the over all plan for God to bless us.
A. If you limit blessing to money, you will miss everything else God has for you.
3. 2Peter 1:3-4 All things that pertain unto life and godliness.
A. Pro 8:10-11 Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold. (11) For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
4. Psalm 68:19 Daily loadeth us.
A. Don't limit blessing to a one time event.
B. Salvation- something saved, that is, (abstractly) deliverance; hence aid, victory, prosperity: health, help (-ing), welfare.
Thank God we are saved and heaven bound, but God wants us living in blessing here on this earth until we go.
5. Jerem 29:11 God thinks of ways to bless us.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out--plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for. MSG
C. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
God plans on his blessing bring good into our lives.
A. Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
B. Pro 9:11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Psa 103:1-5 <A Psalm of David.> Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. (2) Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; (4) Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; (5) Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.
Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
It is God's will to bless his people- His blessing on our lives is a display of His greatness upon his children.
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Is it really God's will to bless us?
How can I really know the will of God? God's Word is God's will.
1. John 10:10 Jesus came to give us abundant life.
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of. MSG
C. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Abundant Life includes being blessed spiritually, physically, and financially.
2. 3John 1:2 I wish above all things.
A. 3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way... AMP
B. I pray that you may in all respects prosper and enjoy good health, just as your soul already prospers. WNT
Prosperity is more than money- It is just a part of the over all plan for God to bless us.
A. If you limit blessing to money, you will miss everything else God has for you.
3. 2Peter 1:3-4 All things that pertain unto life and godliness.
A. Pro 8:10-11 Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold. (11) For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
4. Psalm 68:19 Daily loadeth us.
A. Don't limit blessing to a one time event.
B. Salvation- something saved, that is, (abstractly) deliverance; hence aid, victory, prosperity: health, help (-ing), welfare.
Thank God we are saved and heaven bound, but God wants us living in blessing here on this earth until we go.
5. Jerem 29:11 God thinks of ways to bless us.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out--plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for. MSG
C. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
God plans on his blessing bring good into our lives.
A. Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
B. Pro 9:11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Psa 103:1-5 <A Psalm of David.> Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. (2) Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; (4) Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; (5) Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.
Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
It is God's will to bless his people- His blessing on our lives is a display of His greatness upon his children.
Blessing From Old to New
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1. Jerem 23:1-4 Warning against false teaching.
A. V.4- Feed them the truth- (Know the truth and be set free).
B. Fear no more- (Learning that God is our protector)
C. No lacking- Prosperity and increase is part of God's plan.
2. Psalm 115:12-16 Increase you more and more.
A. The earth hath he given to the children of men.
Psa 115:16 Heaven belongs to the LORD alone, but he gave the earth to us humans. GNB
Psa 115:16 The heaven of heavens is for GOD, but he put us in charge of the earth. MSG
This goes against traditional thinking- We are not victims of Fate- We are victims of our own small natural thinking.
A. We have to start thinking of ourselves in the same manner God does- We have to renew our thinking.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Rom 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]. AMP
What is the will of God for us?
A. Psa 115:12 The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us;
B. Psa 115:14 The LORD shall increase you more and more, you and your children.
Deu 16:15 .... because the LORD thy God shall bless thee in all thine increase, and in all the works of thine hands, therefore thou shalt surely rejoice.
Yeah, but that's Old Testament- You mean they had a better covenant than us?
A. Heb 8:6 But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
God's blessing, favor, and increase upon man has always been part of his plan for us.
3. Gen 1:26-28 God blessed them.
A. Then Adam messed up.
4. Gen 9:1;7 God blessed Noah.
5. Gen 12:1-3 God blessed Abram
A. In thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed.
6. Gal 3:6-9 God brought us blessing through Abraham.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. Gal 3:16 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ.
C. Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
There has been a lot of abuse in the area of prosperity- There has also been a lot of abuse in the area of grace.
The Word of God is still the final authority on both Grace and Prosperity- Take the Word and run with it.
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1. Jerem 23:1-4 Warning against false teaching.
A. V.4- Feed them the truth- (Know the truth and be set free).
B. Fear no more- (Learning that God is our protector)
C. No lacking- Prosperity and increase is part of God's plan.
2. Psalm 115:12-16 Increase you more and more.
A. The earth hath he given to the children of men.
Psa 115:16 Heaven belongs to the LORD alone, but he gave the earth to us humans. GNB
Psa 115:16 The heaven of heavens is for GOD, but he put us in charge of the earth. MSG
This goes against traditional thinking- We are not victims of Fate- We are victims of our own small natural thinking.
A. We have to start thinking of ourselves in the same manner God does- We have to renew our thinking.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Rom 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]. AMP
What is the will of God for us?
A. Psa 115:12 The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us;
B. Psa 115:14 The LORD shall increase you more and more, you and your children.
Deu 16:15 .... because the LORD thy God shall bless thee in all thine increase, and in all the works of thine hands, therefore thou shalt surely rejoice.
Yeah, but that's Old Testament- You mean they had a better covenant than us?
A. Heb 8:6 But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
God's blessing, favor, and increase upon man has always been part of his plan for us.
3. Gen 1:26-28 God blessed them.
A. Then Adam messed up.
4. Gen 9:1;7 God blessed Noah.
5. Gen 12:1-3 God blessed Abram
A. In thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed.
6. Gal 3:6-9 God brought us blessing through Abraham.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. Gal 3:16 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ.
C. Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
There has been a lot of abuse in the area of prosperity- There has also been a lot of abuse in the area of grace.
The Word of God is still the final authority on both Grace and Prosperity- Take the Word and run with it.
Friends
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1. 1Corinth 15:33 Evil communications.
Who we hang with is very important, especially for Christians.
A. 1Co 15:33 Do not be fooled. "Bad companions ruin good character." GNB
B. 1Co 15:33 Don't fool yourselves. Bad friends will destroy you. CEV
The right kind of friends will do everything in their power to help you. Even if means telling you that you are wrong.
The wrong kind of friends will just agree with you and watch you crash and burn.
2. 2Sam 13:1-5 Amnon had a friend.
A. Jonadab told Amnon how to get to Tamar.
B. Absalom has Amnon assignated.
C. V.32-34 Amnon is dead- Absalon is on the run- Jonadab acts like he had nothing to do with it.
D. Psa 1:1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.
Pro 13:20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
3. Prov 22:24 What others do can get over on you.
A. Don't ever think it can't happen to me.
B. Rom 16:17-19 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. (18) For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. (19) For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.
4. Gal 5:7-9 A little leaven.
A. Eph 5:6-12 Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. (7) Be not ye therefore partakers with them. (8) For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light: (9) (For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;) (10) Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord. (11) And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. (12) For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret.
Sometimes getting the trouble out of your life is as simple as getting rid of one so called friend.
A. Pro 22:10 Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
A real friend will stick with you through good and bad. They will be a source of constant encouragement.
A. Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Pro 18:24 A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
Joh 15:13-14 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. (14) Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.
Jesus gave his life for us- Can we not give our life to him?
In Times Like These
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1. 1Thes 5:1-28 Paul's charge to Believers.
V.1-4 We should be aware of what is going on in the Spirit.
A. Mat 16:1-3 The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven. (2) He answered and said unto them, When it is evening, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red. (3) And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?
2. 1Corinth 2:9-16 Revealed by his Spirit.
A. Comparing spiritual things with spirit.
V. 5-8 Children of light.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
B. Don't sleep as others do-
Rom 13:11-14 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. (12) The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. (13) Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. (14) But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.
V. 9-11 Not appointed unto wrath.
1Th 4:14-18 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. (15) For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. (16) For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. (18) Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
V. 12-13 Get behind and support leaders who are working hard to follow after the things of God.
V. 14-22 Responsibilities of a believer.
V. 23 Reward for be obedient.
V. 24 Faithful is He.
V. 25- 28 Paul's closing.
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1. 1Thes 5:1-28 Paul's charge to Believers.
V.1-4 We should be aware of what is going on in the Spirit.
A. Mat 16:1-3 The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven. (2) He answered and said unto them, When it is evening, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red. (3) And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?
2. 1Corinth 2:9-16 Revealed by his Spirit.
A. Comparing spiritual things with spirit.
V. 5-8 Children of light.
A. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
B. Don't sleep as others do-
Rom 13:11-14 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. (12) The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. (13) Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. (14) But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.
V. 9-11 Not appointed unto wrath.
1Th 4:14-18 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. (15) For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. (16) For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. (18) Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
V. 12-13 Get behind and support leaders who are working hard to follow after the things of God.
V. 14-22 Responsibilities of a believer.
V. 23 Reward for be obedient.
V. 24 Faithful is He.
V. 25- 28 Paul's closing.
The Wind of God
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1. Gen 2:7 A living soul.
A. The breath of life.
B. Job 12:10 In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind.
Man is alive because the breath of God was blown into him.
2. Ezek 37:1-14 The valley of dry bones.
A. The Church has been coming together, but there is no breath in them.
B. Come from the four winds O breath and breathe upon these slain.
C. They say, our bones are dried, and our hope lost.
Pro 13:12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
It's time for the Church to come out of it's graves-
A. Come out of your houses.
B. Come out of your fear.
C. Come live the abundant life Jesus came to give you.
You can't kill a giant by hiding from it!
A. The whole armor of God is given to us so we can face our enemy not retreat.
Even the animal kingdom knows the greatest tactic to overcoming it's prey is to divide and conquer.
What's going on now is not about covid, its not about vaccines, its not about Afganistan, its about getting folks over into fear and confusion and distracting them from God.
Many are saying- If everyone would just get vaccinated everything would get back to normal.
Ok- I'll go with that..... So we need to come up with a vaccine that:
A. Makes people understand that a man is a man and a woman is a woman.
B. That marriage is between a man and a woman.
C. That normal sex is between a man and a woman.
D. That life begins at conception and killing an unborn baby is murder.
E. That the whole duty of man is to fear God and keep his commandments.
What I've just said even makes many in the Church mad. Why?
The Church needs a fresh wind of the breath of God blown on it once again.
3. Acts 2:1-4 Rushing mighty wind.
A. Acts 1:8 You shall receive power and be witnesses (boldness not fear).
B. Acts 4:29-31 They were filled again.
4. Eph 5:1-21 Be filled with the Spirit.
A. Rom 13:11-14 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. (12) The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. (13) Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. (14) But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.
The Wind of God is blowing- Now is the time for the Church to rise up full of the Spirit of God and turn the tide on the enemy.
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1. Gen 2:7 A living soul.
A. The breath of life.
B. Job 12:10 In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind.
Man is alive because the breath of God was blown into him.
2. Ezek 37:1-14 The valley of dry bones.
A. The Church has been coming together, but there is no breath in them.
B. Come from the four winds O breath and breathe upon these slain.
C. They say, our bones are dried, and our hope lost.
Pro 13:12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
It's time for the Church to come out of it's graves-
A. Come out of your houses.
B. Come out of your fear.
C. Come live the abundant life Jesus came to give you.
You can't kill a giant by hiding from it!
A. The whole armor of God is given to us so we can face our enemy not retreat.
Even the animal kingdom knows the greatest tactic to overcoming it's prey is to divide and conquer.
What's going on now is not about covid, its not about vaccines, its not about Afganistan, its about getting folks over into fear and confusion and distracting them from God.
Many are saying- If everyone would just get vaccinated everything would get back to normal.
Ok- I'll go with that..... So we need to come up with a vaccine that:
A. Makes people understand that a man is a man and a woman is a woman.
B. That marriage is between a man and a woman.
C. That normal sex is between a man and a woman.
D. That life begins at conception and killing an unborn baby is murder.
E. That the whole duty of man is to fear God and keep his commandments.
What I've just said even makes many in the Church mad. Why?
The Church needs a fresh wind of the breath of God blown on it once again.
3. Acts 2:1-4 Rushing mighty wind.
A. Acts 1:8 You shall receive power and be witnesses (boldness not fear).
B. Acts 4:29-31 They were filled again.
4. Eph 5:1-21 Be filled with the Spirit.
A. Rom 13:11-14 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. (12) The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. (13) Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. (14) But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.
The Wind of God is blowing- Now is the time for the Church to rise up full of the Spirit of God and turn the tide on the enemy.
Dance With the One Who Brung Ya
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1. Heb 11:24-26 Moses chose God over Egypt.
A. We all face temptation on every hand, but everything in this world is temporary.
We all have to make the decision that to follow Christ is more valuable than anything the world has to offer.
A. 2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica;
B. What was it about “this present world” that Demas loved enough to stop loving and serving Christ with Paul? Was it a woman? Was it a business opportunity or a promise of riches? Was it his craving for social acceptance? Was it his preference for comfort and ease rather than suffering, and perhaps dying, with Paul? Was it an immoral habit? The Bible doesn’t tell us what Demas loved about “this present world,” but only that he chose it over Christ and eternal life.
The Bible is also silent about what happened in between Philemon 24 and 2 Timothy 2:10, but we can be sure that Demas didn’t just wake up one morning and decide to dive into the abyss of unbelief. He allowed himself to get too close. His affections for the world grew stronger over time, and his affection for Christ weakened gradually. Paul, it seems, had even warned him about being on a slippery slope toward apostasy. How else would he have known not only where Demas had gone, but why? Daryl Wingerd
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world
A. He that doeth the will of God abideth forever.
3. Acts 4:7-14 There is only one who can get you to the "Big Dance".
A. They took knowledge they had been with Jesus.
B. Beholding- They could say nothing.
C. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
We need to steal the floor with Jesus- Dance like no one is watching while everyone is watching.
A. Psa 149:3-4 Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. (4) For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
Beware! The devil will try to cut in.
A. If he can appear as an angel of light, what else can he appear as?
B. He will try to lure you away by whispering sweet nothings in your ear.
C. He'll try to convince you that he is a better dancer.
You are smart enough to know to Dance with the one that brung you!
A. Brung you out of the kingdom of darkness-
B. Brung you out of the mirey clay-
C. Brung you out sin, sickness, and disease-
D. Brung you out of poverty into a prosperous life-
4. Heb 10:35-39 We are not of them that draw back.
5. John 6:63-69 To whom shall we go?
If we dance with the one who brung us, we will enjoy the dance and He will be the one who takes us "Home".
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1. Heb 11:24-26 Moses chose God over Egypt.
A. We all face temptation on every hand, but everything in this world is temporary.
We all have to make the decision that to follow Christ is more valuable than anything the world has to offer.
A. 2Ti 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica;
B. What was it about “this present world” that Demas loved enough to stop loving and serving Christ with Paul? Was it a woman? Was it a business opportunity or a promise of riches? Was it his craving for social acceptance? Was it his preference for comfort and ease rather than suffering, and perhaps dying, with Paul? Was it an immoral habit? The Bible doesn’t tell us what Demas loved about “this present world,” but only that he chose it over Christ and eternal life.
The Bible is also silent about what happened in between Philemon 24 and 2 Timothy 2:10, but we can be sure that Demas didn’t just wake up one morning and decide to dive into the abyss of unbelief. He allowed himself to get too close. His affections for the world grew stronger over time, and his affection for Christ weakened gradually. Paul, it seems, had even warned him about being on a slippery slope toward apostasy. How else would he have known not only where Demas had gone, but why? Daryl Wingerd
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world
A. He that doeth the will of God abideth forever.
3. Acts 4:7-14 There is only one who can get you to the "Big Dance".
A. They took knowledge they had been with Jesus.
B. Beholding- They could say nothing.
C. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
We need to steal the floor with Jesus- Dance like no one is watching while everyone is watching.
A. Psa 149:3-4 Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. (4) For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.
Beware! The devil will try to cut in.
A. If he can appear as an angel of light, what else can he appear as?
B. He will try to lure you away by whispering sweet nothings in your ear.
C. He'll try to convince you that he is a better dancer.
You are smart enough to know to Dance with the one that brung you!
A. Brung you out of the kingdom of darkness-
B. Brung you out of the mirey clay-
C. Brung you out sin, sickness, and disease-
D. Brung you out of poverty into a prosperous life-
4. Heb 10:35-39 We are not of them that draw back.
5. John 6:63-69 To whom shall we go?
If we dance with the one who brung us, we will enjoy the dance and He will be the one who takes us "Home".
The Thought Life
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1. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
A. Gen 11:6 And now nothing shall be restrained from them which they have imagined to do.
B. Everything we think or imagine must be brought through the filter of Christ.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
2. 1Peter 2:11 War against the soul.
Whatever you give place to in your thought life will eventually manifest in the physical.
A. You can't feed a stray..... It will keep coming back.
B. Whatever you feed will grow stronger.
C. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
3. Philip 4:8 Think on these things.
A. Paul knew how important the thought life was.
4. Psalm 19:14 David knew what happened when thoughts went astray.
Many addictions are directly related to the thought life.
A. What happens when you think- "I'm going to quit...."
5. Isaiah 26:3 Directing our thoughts on the Lord will help us stay balanced.
A. We must keep our mind under submission to the Spirit.
B. We are to be led by the Spirit, not by the mind.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Let's feed our mind and thoughts the Word of God- Let's meditate on his goodness.
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1. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Casting down imaginations.
A. Gen 11:6 And now nothing shall be restrained from them which they have imagined to do.
B. Everything we think or imagine must be brought through the filter of Christ.
Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
2. 1Peter 2:11 War against the soul.
Whatever you give place to in your thought life will eventually manifest in the physical.
A. You can't feed a stray..... It will keep coming back.
B. Whatever you feed will grow stronger.
C. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
3. Philip 4:8 Think on these things.
A. Paul knew how important the thought life was.
4. Psalm 19:14 David knew what happened when thoughts went astray.
Many addictions are directly related to the thought life.
A. What happens when you think- "I'm going to quit...."
5. Isaiah 26:3 Directing our thoughts on the Lord will help us stay balanced.
A. We must keep our mind under submission to the Spirit.
B. We are to be led by the Spirit, not by the mind.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Let's feed our mind and thoughts the Word of God- Let's meditate on his goodness.
Mirror Mirror
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1. James 1:22-25 Doer of the Word.
A. Snow White- Mirror mirror on the wall. 1812 Brothers Grim- 1937 Disney
B. Jas 1:23-25 For if anyone only listens to the Word without obeying it and being a doer of it, he is like a man who looks carefully at his [own] natural face in a mirror; (24) For he thoughtfully observes himself, and then goes off and promptly forgets what he was like. (25) But he who looks carefully into the faultless law, the [law] of liberty, and is faithful to it and perseveres in looking into it, being not a heedless listener who forgets but an active doer [who obeys], he shall be blessed in his doing (his life of obedience). AMP
Hearing the Word brings faith- Doing the Word completes it.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
B. Jas 2:17-20 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. (18) Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. (19) Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. (20) But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
Faith, Grace, and Works do not contradict one another.
2. Eph 2:8-10 The Salvation experience.
A. Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
B. Once I receive salvation, I am commanded to do good works (Word).
3. Titus 3:4-8 Maintain Good Works
A. Our good works is to do the Word- Be an example of the believer.
When Christians look into the mirror they should see a person that has been redeemed, bought by the blood of Jesus.
A. You are not a nothing or a nobody.
B. You are an anointed Son or Daughter of God because God through his magnificent grace made you that way.
1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
A. Paul says that it was the grace of God that compelled him to labour (work hard).
B. Tit 2:11-12 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, (12) Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
4. Romans 8:1-4 No Condemnation.
A. Keep looking in the mirror and remember who you are.
B. Keep looking in the Word to know what to do.
Above all, listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit who will guide you into all truth.
NGC 9-1-21
1. James 1:22-25 Doer of the Word.
A. Snow White- Mirror mirror on the wall. 1812 Brothers Grim- 1937 Disney
B. Jas 1:23-25 For if anyone only listens to the Word without obeying it and being a doer of it, he is like a man who looks carefully at his [own] natural face in a mirror; (24) For he thoughtfully observes himself, and then goes off and promptly forgets what he was like. (25) But he who looks carefully into the faultless law, the [law] of liberty, and is faithful to it and perseveres in looking into it, being not a heedless listener who forgets but an active doer [who obeys], he shall be blessed in his doing (his life of obedience). AMP
Hearing the Word brings faith- Doing the Word completes it.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
B. Jas 2:17-20 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. (18) Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. (19) Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. (20) But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
Faith, Grace, and Works do not contradict one another.
2. Eph 2:8-10 The Salvation experience.
A. Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; (9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
B. Once I receive salvation, I am commanded to do good works (Word).
3. Titus 3:4-8 Maintain Good Works
A. Our good works is to do the Word- Be an example of the believer.
When Christians look into the mirror they should see a person that has been redeemed, bought by the blood of Jesus.
A. You are not a nothing or a nobody.
B. You are an anointed Son or Daughter of God because God through his magnificent grace made you that way.
1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
A. Paul says that it was the grace of God that compelled him to labour (work hard).
B. Tit 2:11-12 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, (12) Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
4. Romans 8:1-4 No Condemnation.
A. Keep looking in the mirror and remember who you are.
B. Keep looking in the Word to know what to do.
Above all, listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit who will guide you into all truth.
Make Sure You Know
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1. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. What you don't know 'will' hurt you.
B. Sinners who don't know the price is paid still go to hell.
C. "My People" are destroyed- because they don't know.
2. Mark 4:24 Take heed what ye hear.
A. The value or measure you give to what you hear is what will be returned to you; plus more.
B. If what you are hearing is truth, you're good- What if it's false or wrong?
It is vitally important for this life and the one to come that we 'Hear and Know' truth.
A. Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
B. Joh 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
The greatest tragedy that is happening in this world right now is not Covid or Afghanistan .
It is believers not knowing who they are and what they have.
I. We are the Body of Christ-
A. 1Co 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.
3. Eph 1:15-23 All things under his feet- Feet are part of the body.
We are God's children.
Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
We are Kings and Priests
Rev 1:5-6 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, (6) And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
Don't listen to silly people try to tell you that you are anything less than what God says you are.
II. We have Authority.
A. Authority is delegated power.
Mat 28:18-19 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
B. Jesus delegated his power to believers.
Col 1:18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. (to be first in rank or influence)
A. If the head has it, the rest of the body has it.
B.Eph 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
We have been given "Rank and Influence" above everything in the world!
A. This rank and influence is not of ourselves, it is God working through us by the Holy Ghost.
We are supposed to be doing Kingdom Business here on this earth.
A. 2Co 5:20 Now then we are ambassadors for Christ.
B. The parable of the talents is about the servants taking care of business while the master was gone.
We have been given authority to take pull rank on the devil and his crowd.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
It's time for the Church to rise up and quit acting like victims.
2Sa 23:11-12 And after him was Shammah the son of Agee the Hararite. And the Philistines were gathered together into a troop, where was a piece of ground full of lentiles: and the people fled from the Philistines. (12) But he stood in the midst of the ground, and defended it, and slew the Philistines: and the LORD wrought a great victory.
A. Authority must always be accompanied by faith!
B. Fear is a display of doubt.
What do we do?
A. First- Don't be destroyed by a lack of knowledge(truth). Don't just depend on what someone is saying.
B. Pray and submit yourself fully to God then ask Him for direction. Then target your prayer using your authority to pull down strong holds.
C. Use your authority and rank along with the Word of God to put a stop to the enemy's strategy by speaking, binding and loosing.
D. Using wisdom, take action at the right opportunity.
Satan has stirred up a lot of confusion- Stay hooked up with God and he will direct your steps.
NGC 8-29-21
1. Hosea 4:6 Destroyed for lack of knowledge.
A. What you don't know 'will' hurt you.
B. Sinners who don't know the price is paid still go to hell.
C. "My People" are destroyed- because they don't know.
2. Mark 4:24 Take heed what ye hear.
A. The value or measure you give to what you hear is what will be returned to you; plus more.
B. If what you are hearing is truth, you're good- What if it's false or wrong?
It is vitally important for this life and the one to come that we 'Hear and Know' truth.
A. Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
B. Joh 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
The greatest tragedy that is happening in this world right now is not Covid or Afghanistan .
It is believers not knowing who they are and what they have.
I. We are the Body of Christ-
A. 1Co 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.
3. Eph 1:15-23 All things under his feet- Feet are part of the body.
We are God's children.
Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
We are Kings and Priests
Rev 1:5-6 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, (6) And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
Don't listen to silly people try to tell you that you are anything less than what God says you are.
II. We have Authority.
A. Authority is delegated power.
Mat 28:18-19 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
B. Jesus delegated his power to believers.
Col 1:18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. (to be first in rank or influence)
A. If the head has it, the rest of the body has it.
B.Eph 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
We have been given "Rank and Influence" above everything in the world!
A. This rank and influence is not of ourselves, it is God working through us by the Holy Ghost.
We are supposed to be doing Kingdom Business here on this earth.
A. 2Co 5:20 Now then we are ambassadors for Christ.
B. The parable of the talents is about the servants taking care of business while the master was gone.
We have been given authority to take pull rank on the devil and his crowd.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
It's time for the Church to rise up and quit acting like victims.
2Sa 23:11-12 And after him was Shammah the son of Agee the Hararite. And the Philistines were gathered together into a troop, where was a piece of ground full of lentiles: and the people fled from the Philistines. (12) But he stood in the midst of the ground, and defended it, and slew the Philistines: and the LORD wrought a great victory.
A. Authority must always be accompanied by faith!
B. Fear is a display of doubt.
What do we do?
A. First- Don't be destroyed by a lack of knowledge(truth). Don't just depend on what someone is saying.
B. Pray and submit yourself fully to God then ask Him for direction. Then target your prayer using your authority to pull down strong holds.
C. Use your authority and rank along with the Word of God to put a stop to the enemy's strategy by speaking, binding and loosing.
D. Using wisdom, take action at the right opportunity.
Satan has stirred up a lot of confusion- Stay hooked up with God and he will direct your steps.
Created to Win NGC 8-25-21
1. 2Corinth 4:5-10 Our troubles show God's strength.
A. It's not that we won't have trouble, but that God is right there with us in the midst of it.
B. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
2. Psalm 95:1-3 Come before his presence with thanksgiving.
So what are we going to do? Be of good cheer!
A. We are not wringing our hands saying woe is me.
B. Eph 2:11-13 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; (12) That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: (13) But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
No matter what's going on in the world, we must remember that the joy of the Lord is our strength.
In Acts 26, Paul appeared before King Agrippa to plead his case- I think myself happy!
A. He didn't talk like a victim.
3. Eph 5:25-27 A glorious Church.
We are not equipped to fear, flounder, or fail-
A. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
B. Through Him!
4. Psalm 18:29-36 By thee have I run.
A. David's way was not easy, but he refused to give up.
B. Psa 43:5 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
5. James 1:2-4 Count it all joy.
A. Jas 1:2-4 Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. (3) For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. (4) So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.NLT
When David was faced with situations that could have destroyed him, he encouraged himself in the Lord.
1. 2Corinth 4:5-10 Our troubles show God's strength.
A. It's not that we won't have trouble, but that God is right there with us in the midst of it.
B. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
2. Psalm 95:1-3 Come before his presence with thanksgiving.
So what are we going to do? Be of good cheer!
A. We are not wringing our hands saying woe is me.
B. Eph 2:11-13 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; (12) That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world: (13) But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
No matter what's going on in the world, we must remember that the joy of the Lord is our strength.
In Acts 26, Paul appeared before King Agrippa to plead his case- I think myself happy!
A. He didn't talk like a victim.
3. Eph 5:25-27 A glorious Church.
We are not equipped to fear, flounder, or fail-
A. Rom 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
B. Through Him!
4. Psalm 18:29-36 By thee have I run.
A. David's way was not easy, but he refused to give up.
B. Psa 43:5 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
5. James 1:2-4 Count it all joy.
A. Jas 1:2-4 Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. (3) For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. (4) So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.NLT
When David was faced with situations that could have destroyed him, he encouraged himself in the Lord.
Holodeck Christians
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The Holodeck is a fictional device from the television franchise Star Trek which uses "holograms" to create a realistic 3D simulation of a real or imaginary setting, in which participants can freely interact with the environment as well as objects and characters, and sometimes a predefined narrative. Wikipedia
The holodeck could be programed to display any scenario and they way it would play out. It was equiped with safety protocols that would prevent injury to the real people.
Show clip with the Dr's family-
Basically it was a fake life that real people could pretend they were living.
At this point in time real technology to create this kind of thing is not available.
We do have 3D projection and goggles.
*Something else we have along this line is the Facebook Life.
A. An imaginary life that people portray on social media.
B. The real danger in that is when you start to believe it is real.
*Another danger is when you start to compare your real life to the one someone else is portraying on Facebook.
A. Look her husband bought her a new car- They won't show the pictures of it being reposessed when they can't pay for it.
B. Selfie of them on a date night- Don't show how they fight like cats and dogs at home.
*The worst depiction of a Facebook life is that of the Facebook Christian.
A. They haven't been to church, in all likelyhood haven't maintained their relationship with God, but they are the first to slap up the praying hands emoji.
B. If you read their posts, you would swear they are like Enoch- He walked with God and was not; for God took him.
Most of us use social media- It's a way for us to keep up with people we are not usually around.
Social media is not they way we serve God.
What does the Bible say about any of this?
1. 2Tim 3:1-7 Having a form of Godliness.
A. It's not real- They project what they want you to see.
I don't want to have a form of Godliness- I want to the real thing!
I want to walk in the fullness of his power- Not just pretend.
If you are truly a lover of God, you will do everything in your power to be in his presence- Both at home and with your brothers and sisters.
It is one thing to say I love God out of your mouth- It's another to show it.
2. Matt 15:8 Lip service.
A. They use their mouth as a projection tool.
B. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
3. Matt 6:16-21 Where your treasure is....
A. Hypocrites want you to think they are holy.
B. Jesus tells us to be real.
On Star Trek they also have something called a Transporter.
A transporter is a fictional teleportation machine used in the Star Trek science fiction franchise. Transporters convert a person or object into an energy pattern, then "beam" it to a target location, where it is reconverted into matter. Wikipedia
In order to be transported or beamed up from somewhere they had to be able to get a lock on their life signature to differentiate them from someone else.
Wikipedia credits Star Trek for the idea, but it was God's idea-
A. Enoch was not.
B. Elijah was caught up.
C. Jesus ascended.
4. 1Thes 13-18 We will be caught up.
A. Heb 9:28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.
Right now God has a transport lock on those who are displaying the life signature of Christ. He's not beaming up holograms, he beaming up real born again believers when the time comes.
NGC 8-22-21
The Holodeck is a fictional device from the television franchise Star Trek which uses "holograms" to create a realistic 3D simulation of a real or imaginary setting, in which participants can freely interact with the environment as well as objects and characters, and sometimes a predefined narrative. Wikipedia
The holodeck could be programed to display any scenario and they way it would play out. It was equiped with safety protocols that would prevent injury to the real people.
Show clip with the Dr's family-
Basically it was a fake life that real people could pretend they were living.
At this point in time real technology to create this kind of thing is not available.
We do have 3D projection and goggles.
*Something else we have along this line is the Facebook Life.
A. An imaginary life that people portray on social media.
B. The real danger in that is when you start to believe it is real.
*Another danger is when you start to compare your real life to the one someone else is portraying on Facebook.
A. Look her husband bought her a new car- They won't show the pictures of it being reposessed when they can't pay for it.
B. Selfie of them on a date night- Don't show how they fight like cats and dogs at home.
*The worst depiction of a Facebook life is that of the Facebook Christian.
A. They haven't been to church, in all likelyhood haven't maintained their relationship with God, but they are the first to slap up the praying hands emoji.
B. If you read their posts, you would swear they are like Enoch- He walked with God and was not; for God took him.
Most of us use social media- It's a way for us to keep up with people we are not usually around.
Social media is not they way we serve God.
What does the Bible say about any of this?
1. 2Tim 3:1-7 Having a form of Godliness.
A. It's not real- They project what they want you to see.
I don't want to have a form of Godliness- I want to the real thing!
I want to walk in the fullness of his power- Not just pretend.
If you are truly a lover of God, you will do everything in your power to be in his presence- Both at home and with your brothers and sisters.
It is one thing to say I love God out of your mouth- It's another to show it.
2. Matt 15:8 Lip service.
A. They use their mouth as a projection tool.
B. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
3. Matt 6:16-21 Where your treasure is....
A. Hypocrites want you to think they are holy.
B. Jesus tells us to be real.
On Star Trek they also have something called a Transporter.
A transporter is a fictional teleportation machine used in the Star Trek science fiction franchise. Transporters convert a person or object into an energy pattern, then "beam" it to a target location, where it is reconverted into matter. Wikipedia
In order to be transported or beamed up from somewhere they had to be able to get a lock on their life signature to differentiate them from someone else.
Wikipedia credits Star Trek for the idea, but it was God's idea-
A. Enoch was not.
B. Elijah was caught up.
C. Jesus ascended.
4. 1Thes 13-18 We will be caught up.
A. Heb 9:28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.
Right now God has a transport lock on those who are displaying the life signature of Christ. He's not beaming up holograms, he beaming up real born again believers when the time comes.
Rejecting the Gospel
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1. Amos 8:11 A famine of hearing the words.
A. They don't want to hear it.
2. 2Tim 4:1-4 Itching ears
A. Mar 7:6-7 He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me. (7) Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
B. 2Ti 4:3-4 For the time is coming when [people] will not tolerate (endure) sound and wholesome instruction, but, having ears itching [for something pleasing and gratifying], they will gather to themselves one teacher after another to a considerable number, chosen to satisfy their own liking and to foster the errors they hold, (4) And will turn aside from hearing the truth and wander off into myths and man-made fictions.
It's one thing to be ignorant because you don't know- It's another thing to ignorant because you refuse to receive the truth.
It is our responsibility to make sure we are hearing the truth.
A. You won't be able to blame the preacher.
3. Deut 31:12-13 Everyone needs to hear the Word.
A. Even the children need to be taught.
4. 2Corinth 13:5 Examine yourselves.
A. 2Co 13:5 Examine and test and evaluate your own selves to see whether you are holding to your faith and showing the proper fruits of it. Test and prove yourselves [not Christ]. Do you not yourselves realize and know [thoroughly by an ever-increasing experience] that Jesus Christ is in you--unless you are [counterfeits] disapproved on trial and rejected? AMP
B. 2Co 13:5 Test yourselves to make sure you are solid in the faith. Don't drift along taking everything for granted. Give yourselves regular checkups. You need firsthand evidence, not mere hearsay, that Jesus Christ is in you. Test it out. If you fail the test, do something about it.
5. Romans 1:16-22 Without Excuse.
A. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools.
Rejecting the Gospel to satisfy the flesh leads to destruction- No matter how you justify it.
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1. Amos 8:11 A famine of hearing the words.
A. They don't want to hear it.
2. 2Tim 4:1-4 Itching ears
A. Mar 7:6-7 He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me. (7) Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
B. 2Ti 4:3-4 For the time is coming when [people] will not tolerate (endure) sound and wholesome instruction, but, having ears itching [for something pleasing and gratifying], they will gather to themselves one teacher after another to a considerable number, chosen to satisfy their own liking and to foster the errors they hold, (4) And will turn aside from hearing the truth and wander off into myths and man-made fictions.
It's one thing to be ignorant because you don't know- It's another thing to ignorant because you refuse to receive the truth.
It is our responsibility to make sure we are hearing the truth.
A. You won't be able to blame the preacher.
3. Deut 31:12-13 Everyone needs to hear the Word.
A. Even the children need to be taught.
4. 2Corinth 13:5 Examine yourselves.
A. 2Co 13:5 Examine and test and evaluate your own selves to see whether you are holding to your faith and showing the proper fruits of it. Test and prove yourselves [not Christ]. Do you not yourselves realize and know [thoroughly by an ever-increasing experience] that Jesus Christ is in you--unless you are [counterfeits] disapproved on trial and rejected? AMP
B. 2Co 13:5 Test yourselves to make sure you are solid in the faith. Don't drift along taking everything for granted. Give yourselves regular checkups. You need firsthand evidence, not mere hearsay, that Jesus Christ is in you. Test it out. If you fail the test, do something about it.
5. Romans 1:16-22 Without Excuse.
A. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools.
Rejecting the Gospel to satisfy the flesh leads to destruction- No matter how you justify it.
The Faith Walk
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1. Heb 11:1 Biblical definition of faith.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
B. Rom 1:17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
C. 2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
Our walk of faith is not based on feelings- "revealed to the senses".
Our faith walk is based on our trust in God and his Word.
2. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
A. Even though the Holy Ghost had revealed things that awaited Paul, He trusted God more than his emotions.
A sense driven person will have a tough time staying in faith.
A. Things they see and feel will pull them away from the task at hand.
3. Matt 14:23-31 Peter's walk on the water.
A. The idea is not to just start in faith, but stay in faith.
In 1952 Florence Chadwick decided to swim 26 miles between the California coast and Catalina Island- 15 hours into the swim heavy fog set in clouding her vision- She swimmed another hour before decided to quit only to find out she was only one mile from her goal. 2 months later she completed the swim under the same circumstances. However this time she had a mental picture of her destination.
There may be times when we let our emotions get the best of us, but we have to get right back up and start walking again.
Psa 37:23-26 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. (24) Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. (25) I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. (26) He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
We must train ourselves to trust God more than our own abilities.
A. God's Word is our training manual.
The more we get to know God, the more we will trust Him.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
Walking the walk of faith means I have an understanding of who I am in Christ and of the my surrounding situations.
A. In the world but not of the world.
4. Deut 31:6-8 Moses' charge to Joshua
Don't be afraid or dismayed as you walk your faith walk- Remember that God is with you confirming his Word.
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1. Heb 11:1 Biblical definition of faith.
A. Heb 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
B. Rom 1:17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
C. 2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
Our walk of faith is not based on feelings- "revealed to the senses".
Our faith walk is based on our trust in God and his Word.
2. Acts 20:22-24 None of these things move me.
A. Even though the Holy Ghost had revealed things that awaited Paul, He trusted God more than his emotions.
A sense driven person will have a tough time staying in faith.
A. Things they see and feel will pull them away from the task at hand.
3. Matt 14:23-31 Peter's walk on the water.
A. The idea is not to just start in faith, but stay in faith.
In 1952 Florence Chadwick decided to swim 26 miles between the California coast and Catalina Island- 15 hours into the swim heavy fog set in clouding her vision- She swimmed another hour before decided to quit only to find out she was only one mile from her goal. 2 months later she completed the swim under the same circumstances. However this time she had a mental picture of her destination.
There may be times when we let our emotions get the best of us, but we have to get right back up and start walking again.
Psa 37:23-26 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. (24) Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. (25) I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. (26) He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
We must train ourselves to trust God more than our own abilities.
A. God's Word is our training manual.
The more we get to know God, the more we will trust Him.
Rom 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
Walking the walk of faith means I have an understanding of who I am in Christ and of the my surrounding situations.
A. In the world but not of the world.
4. Deut 31:6-8 Moses' charge to Joshua
Don't be afraid or dismayed as you walk your faith walk- Remember that God is with you confirming his Word.
Crushing Fear
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1. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith.
A. Fighting implies there has to be confrontation.
B. 1Co 9:26-27 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: (27) But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.
We must use our faith with purpose- Target the enemy.
A. Fear will cause you to shoot blindly.
2. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you.
A. V.1-3 Our peace comes from having faith in the Lord.
B. Isa 59:19 When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
The Lord's Standard is the Word of God!
When we give the Word first place in our hearts and minds we can be at peace in every situation.
3. Phil 4:6-7 Peace shall keep your minds.
A. Php 4:6-7 Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. (7) And God's peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Fret and worry will produce fear- Fear comes from the enemy.
A. 2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Fear robs people of their potential.
4. Matt 25:25-30 I was afraid.
Almost all fear is based around the fear of death- No one wants to die.
If we really believe what the Word says, death should be viewed differently by Christians.
A. We talk, preach, and sing about Heaven- There are only two ways to get there.
We can't let the fear of death keep us from living. We must have the same understanding of the Word that Paul did.
5. Romans 14:7-9 I choose to live unto the Lord.
Don't be manipulated with fear- Let your faith crush fear and live your life to the fullest.
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1. 1Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith.
A. Fighting implies there has to be confrontation.
B. 1Co 9:26-27 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: (27) But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.
We must use our faith with purpose- Target the enemy.
A. Fear will cause you to shoot blindly.
2. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you.
A. V.1-3 Our peace comes from having faith in the Lord.
B. Isa 59:19 When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
The Lord's Standard is the Word of God!
When we give the Word first place in our hearts and minds we can be at peace in every situation.
3. Phil 4:6-7 Peace shall keep your minds.
A. Php 4:6-7 Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. (7) And God's peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Fret and worry will produce fear- Fear comes from the enemy.
A. 2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Fear robs people of their potential.
4. Matt 25:25-30 I was afraid.
Almost all fear is based around the fear of death- No one wants to die.
If we really believe what the Word says, death should be viewed differently by Christians.
A. We talk, preach, and sing about Heaven- There are only two ways to get there.
We can't let the fear of death keep us from living. We must have the same understanding of the Word that Paul did.
5. Romans 14:7-9 I choose to live unto the Lord.
Don't be manipulated with fear- Let your faith crush fear and live your life to the fullest.
Keep Your Focus
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1. Mark 9:23-24 Help thou mine unbelief.
A. There will be times that we struggle with unbelief.
B. It happens when we allow ourselves to get into fleshly thinking.
2. Heb 3:12-19 Evil heart of unbelief.
A. Take heed brethren....
B. Made partakers of Christ if.....
C. They did not believe God's word was enough to get them into the promise land.
3. 1Tim 4:1-8 Seducing spirits and doctrines of devils.
A. The Spirit speaketh expressly- Some shall depart from the faith.
B. Conscience seared- Cauterized. Cauterization stops the blood flow.
C. God's law supercedes man's law on what is good and what is not.
D. Godliness is profitable unto all things.
4. Gal 3:1-3 Who hath bewitched you?
A. We recieve the Spirit by faith- We will retain the Spirit by faith.
B. Our job is to do the Word of God, not the word of man.
C. Gal 5:7-9 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? (8) This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you. (9) A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump.
5. Colos 3:1-4 Seek those things which are above.
A. Psa 121:1-8 <A Song of degrees.> I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. (2) My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. (3) He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. (4) Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. (5) The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand. (6) The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night. (7) The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. (8) The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
Keep your focus on God and his Word and you won't fail
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1. Mark 9:23-24 Help thou mine unbelief.
A. There will be times that we struggle with unbelief.
B. It happens when we allow ourselves to get into fleshly thinking.
2. Heb 3:12-19 Evil heart of unbelief.
A. Take heed brethren....
B. Made partakers of Christ if.....
C. They did not believe God's word was enough to get them into the promise land.
3. 1Tim 4:1-8 Seducing spirits and doctrines of devils.
A. The Spirit speaketh expressly- Some shall depart from the faith.
B. Conscience seared- Cauterized. Cauterization stops the blood flow.
C. God's law supercedes man's law on what is good and what is not.
D. Godliness is profitable unto all things.
4. Gal 3:1-3 Who hath bewitched you?
A. We recieve the Spirit by faith- We will retain the Spirit by faith.
B. Our job is to do the Word of God, not the word of man.
C. Gal 5:7-9 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? (8) This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you. (9) A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump.
5. Colos 3:1-4 Seek those things which are above.
A. Psa 121:1-8 <A Song of degrees.> I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. (2) My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. (3) He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. (4) Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. (5) The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand. (6) The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night. (7) The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. (8) The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
Keep your focus on God and his Word and you won't fail
The Right Choice
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1. John 10:10 That they might have life.
A. Abundant life is all about choice.
B. No matter what we are going through, it's "how" we go through it that makes the difference. The attitude we have.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
We live in a fallen world, there are going to problems- However, we have been anointed to rise above the consequences of the world.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
B. Luk 10:19 Behold! I have given you authority and power to trample upon serpents and scorpions, and [physical and mental strength and ability] over all the power that the enemy [possesses]; and nothing shall in any way harm you. AMP
Physical and Mental strength and ability-
A. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
You make the decision as to the direction of your life and your children.
2. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
A. What land do you want to dwell in.
B. What has priority in your life.
3. Deut 28:1-15 Under the Old Covenant the choice to hearken to the Word meant the difference between blessing and cursing.
Under the New covenant we have been redeemed from the curse but we still have to choose.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. It's available but not automatic.
Our free will puts us in the unique position of deciding what path we will choose.
A. Once again, God makes it available we make the choice.
Our human will can alter the plan of God for our lives.
Mat 26:39 And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.
4. Romans 10:9-10 Heaven or Hell is a choice.
A. Choosing to confess Jesus as your Lord is choosing life.
B. Enjoying your life in Christ is also a choice.
Joh 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
5. 2Peter 1:1-4 We have been given everything we need.
A. 2Pe 1:3-8 Everything that goes into a life of pleasing God has been miraculously given to us by getting to know, personally and intimately, the One who invited us to God. The best invitation we ever received! (4) We were also given absolutely terrific promises to pass on to you--your tickets to participation in the life of God after you turned your back on a world corrupted by lust. (5) So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, (6) alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, (7) warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. (8) With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus.
Making the right choice will be the difference in life or abundant life.
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1. John 10:10 That they might have life.
A. Abundant life is all about choice.
B. No matter what we are going through, it's "how" we go through it that makes the difference. The attitude we have.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
We live in a fallen world, there are going to problems- However, we have been anointed to rise above the consequences of the world.
A. Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
B. Luk 10:19 Behold! I have given you authority and power to trample upon serpents and scorpions, and [physical and mental strength and ability] over all the power that the enemy [possesses]; and nothing shall in any way harm you. AMP
Physical and Mental strength and ability-
A. Pro 23:7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:
You make the decision as to the direction of your life and your children.
2. Deut 30:19-20 Choose life.
A. What land do you want to dwell in.
B. What has priority in your life.
3. Deut 28:1-15 Under the Old Covenant the choice to hearken to the Word meant the difference between blessing and cursing.
Under the New covenant we have been redeemed from the curse but we still have to choose.
A. Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
B. It's available but not automatic.
Our free will puts us in the unique position of deciding what path we will choose.
A. Once again, God makes it available we make the choice.
Our human will can alter the plan of God for our lives.
Mat 26:39 And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.
4. Romans 10:9-10 Heaven or Hell is a choice.
A. Choosing to confess Jesus as your Lord is choosing life.
B. Enjoying your life in Christ is also a choice.
Joh 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
5. 2Peter 1:1-4 We have been given everything we need.
A. 2Pe 1:3-8 Everything that goes into a life of pleasing God has been miraculously given to us by getting to know, personally and intimately, the One who invited us to God. The best invitation we ever received! (4) We were also given absolutely terrific promises to pass on to you--your tickets to participation in the life of God after you turned your back on a world corrupted by lust. (5) So don't lose a minute in building on what you've been given, complementing your basic faith with good character, spiritual understanding, (6) alert discipline, passionate patience, reverent wonder, (7) warm friendliness, and generous love, each dimension fitting into and developing the others. (8) With these qualities active and growing in your lives, no grass will grow under your feet, no day will pass without its reward as you mature in your experience of our Master Jesus.
Making the right choice will be the difference in life or abundant life.
The Word is our Source
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1. Psalm 119:97-106 Thy Word is a lamp and a light.
A. Psa 119:104-106 With your instruction, I understand life; that's why I hate false propaganda. (105) By your words I can see where I'm going; they throw a beam of light on my dark path. (106) I've committed myself and I'll never turn back from living by your righteous order.MSG
2. John 6:57-69 Jesus teaches on being the bread of life.
A. This is a hard saying-
B. Doth this offend you?
C. The Spirit gives life- The flesh profiteth nothing.
D. The words that I speak they are spirit and they are life.
E. To whom shall we go- Thou hast the words of eternal life.
Giving the Word first place in your life is a process- It takes time to train your spirit to obey the Word that you have heard.
Human reasoning is one of the biggest enemies of the Word-
A. It places focus on our human abilities and sets limits based on that.
B. The Word declares Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
We can choose to let the Word work for us or against us.
A. The Word doesn't just go away because you ignore it.
3. Psalm 119:9-16 That I might not sin against thee.
A. The only thing that stands between you and sin is the Word.
B. You have a freewill- You choose who you serve.
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
People like the idea of serving God, but not the application of it.
The Word is like medicine- It must be applied.
A. Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
B. A little dab will do ya does not work with the Word.
C. Sometimes it taste bad or burns when applied, but it is working to make you whole.
It is possible that you may know something that your Dr. doesn't about medicine.
It is not possible that you know more about the Word than God does!
4. Deut 30:10-20 Life and death- Blessing and cursing.
God is not trying to hold you back with his Word, He is trying to bring you into the fulness of his blessing.
Illustration: An energy source needs boundaries to direct it to do the most good without causing destruction.
God wants you to be a powerful source of life here on this earth- Directed by the Word.
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1. Psalm 119:97-106 Thy Word is a lamp and a light.
A. Psa 119:104-106 With your instruction, I understand life; that's why I hate false propaganda. (105) By your words I can see where I'm going; they throw a beam of light on my dark path. (106) I've committed myself and I'll never turn back from living by your righteous order.MSG
2. John 6:57-69 Jesus teaches on being the bread of life.
A. This is a hard saying-
B. Doth this offend you?
C. The Spirit gives life- The flesh profiteth nothing.
D. The words that I speak they are spirit and they are life.
E. To whom shall we go- Thou hast the words of eternal life.
Giving the Word first place in your life is a process- It takes time to train your spirit to obey the Word that you have heard.
Human reasoning is one of the biggest enemies of the Word-
A. It places focus on our human abilities and sets limits based on that.
B. The Word declares Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
We can choose to let the Word work for us or against us.
A. The Word doesn't just go away because you ignore it.
3. Psalm 119:9-16 That I might not sin against thee.
A. The only thing that stands between you and sin is the Word.
B. You have a freewill- You choose who you serve.
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
People like the idea of serving God, but not the application of it.
The Word is like medicine- It must be applied.
A. Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
B. A little dab will do ya does not work with the Word.
C. Sometimes it taste bad or burns when applied, but it is working to make you whole.
It is possible that you may know something that your Dr. doesn't about medicine.
It is not possible that you know more about the Word than God does!
4. Deut 30:10-20 Life and death- Blessing and cursing.
God is not trying to hold you back with his Word, He is trying to bring you into the fulness of his blessing.
Illustration: An energy source needs boundaries to direct it to do the most good without causing destruction.
God wants you to be a powerful source of life here on this earth- Directed by the Word.
The Faithfulness of Ruth
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1. Ruth 1: Elimelech leaves Bethlehemjudah with Naomi and their two sons because of famine.
A. Elimelech died.
B. The sons married Orpah and Ruth- after 10 years they died.
C. V6 Naomi decides to return home.
She tells her daughter in laws to go back to their family.
V.14-18 Ruth commits to staying with Naomi and serving her God.
D. Naomi is welcomed back to Bethlehem.
Chapter 2: Ruth goes out to glean for herself and Naomi.
A. Ruth meets Boaz in the field and God gives her favor with him.
V.8-10 Why have I found grace?
V.11- It hath been fully shewed me...
V.12-16 God used Boaz to bless her for her faithfulness.
B. Ruth stayed with Boaz's maidens until the of the barley and wheat harvest.
Chapter 3: Naomi sets Ruth up marry Boaz.
A. She has Ruth dress herself up and wait for Boaz to lie down and then uncover his feet and lay down at them.
B. V.8-11 Boaz calls Ruth a virtuous woman and desires to take her as his wife.
C. There is someone who has a right to Ruth before Boaz.
D. Before daylight Ruth leaves and Boaz her six measures of barley to take back to Naomi.
E. V.18 The man will not be at rest...
Chapter 4: Boaz waits at the gate of the city.
A. Boaz sits down with the next of kin and witnesses.
B. V.9-17 Ruth became David's grandmother.
Here are some lessons we can draw from the story of Ruth:
I. Sometimes you must allow some things to be removed before you can move into the fullness of what God has for you.
A. Orpah decided to go back- Ruth decided to move on with God.
B. You can't allow hurt and disappointment to keep you from being what God wants you to be.
II. Ruth's willingness to work brought her into the presence of Boaz.
A. You can't just sit at home and expect great things to happen.
B. God used Boaz as a way to reward Ruth for her faithfulness.- Sometimes blessings come from unexpected places.
III. Ruth did not have to sacrifice her integrity in order for Boaz to marry her.
A. All the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman.
Pro 22:1 A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches,
Ecc 7:1 A good name is better than precious ointment;
IV. Ruth's faithfulness and integrity took her from gleaning in the field to owning the field.
A. God rewards faithfulness.
B. Naomi had the opportunity to turn her back on God when she lost all her family, but by raising Ruth up to serve God she was rewarded with a famous heir.
Ruth could have never dreamed where her life would take her, but by staying faithful to God she came into a life of fullness.
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1. Ruth 1: Elimelech leaves Bethlehemjudah with Naomi and their two sons because of famine.
A. Elimelech died.
B. The sons married Orpah and Ruth- after 10 years they died.
C. V6 Naomi decides to return home.
She tells her daughter in laws to go back to their family.
V.14-18 Ruth commits to staying with Naomi and serving her God.
D. Naomi is welcomed back to Bethlehem.
Chapter 2: Ruth goes out to glean for herself and Naomi.
A. Ruth meets Boaz in the field and God gives her favor with him.
V.8-10 Why have I found grace?
V.11- It hath been fully shewed me...
V.12-16 God used Boaz to bless her for her faithfulness.
B. Ruth stayed with Boaz's maidens until the of the barley and wheat harvest.
Chapter 3: Naomi sets Ruth up marry Boaz.
A. She has Ruth dress herself up and wait for Boaz to lie down and then uncover his feet and lay down at them.
B. V.8-11 Boaz calls Ruth a virtuous woman and desires to take her as his wife.
C. There is someone who has a right to Ruth before Boaz.
D. Before daylight Ruth leaves and Boaz her six measures of barley to take back to Naomi.
E. V.18 The man will not be at rest...
Chapter 4: Boaz waits at the gate of the city.
A. Boaz sits down with the next of kin and witnesses.
B. V.9-17 Ruth became David's grandmother.
Here are some lessons we can draw from the story of Ruth:
I. Sometimes you must allow some things to be removed before you can move into the fullness of what God has for you.
A. Orpah decided to go back- Ruth decided to move on with God.
B. You can't allow hurt and disappointment to keep you from being what God wants you to be.
II. Ruth's willingness to work brought her into the presence of Boaz.
A. You can't just sit at home and expect great things to happen.
B. God used Boaz as a way to reward Ruth for her faithfulness.- Sometimes blessings come from unexpected places.
III. Ruth did not have to sacrifice her integrity in order for Boaz to marry her.
A. All the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman.
Pro 22:1 A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches,
Ecc 7:1 A good name is better than precious ointment;
IV. Ruth's faithfulness and integrity took her from gleaning in the field to owning the field.
A. God rewards faithfulness.
B. Naomi had the opportunity to turn her back on God when she lost all her family, but by raising Ruth up to serve God she was rewarded with a famous heir.
Ruth could have never dreamed where her life would take her, but by staying faithful to God she came into a life of fullness.
Principles of Faith
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1. Heb 10:35-39 The just shall live by faith.
A. 2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
B. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Our faith comes from the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
We must hear the Word in order to have a basis for faith.
A. I can't stand undeniably on something I don't know.
Remember that James tells us to not just be hearers.
2. James 1:22-25 Be doers of the Word.
Being a doer of the Word means that I must take action once I hear the Word.
2Co 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;
A. Paul was quoting David...
3. Psalm 116:5-19 I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
A. Salvation- Something saved; Aid, Deliverance; Victory; Prosperity; Health; Welfare.
B. David said I'm going to walk this thing out and everyone is going to see me prasing God right in the middle of it.
Notice that the Word was believed and then Spoken-
4. Proverbs 18:20-21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue.
A. What you believe affects what you say- What you say affects what you are filled with.
B. Luk 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
When you speak the Word, you hear the Word that you speak.
A. Speaking the Word is the first step to doing the Word.
B. When God changed Abraham and Sarah's names they began speaking what God had said about them.
C. Sarai- She that strives; Sarah- Princess, mother of many nations.
D. Abram-High father; Abraham- Father of many nations or of a multitude.
5. James 2:14-26 Faith and Works go hand in hand.
A. Abraham and Rahab proved their faith by walking it out.
You can't speak one way and then act another-
A. You can't speak faith and then act in fear.
Either the Word is true or it's not- Our job is to believe it, not make it come to pass.
I choose to believe and act on the Word of God.
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1. Heb 10:35-39 The just shall live by faith.
A. 2Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
B. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Our faith comes from the Word of God.
A. Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
We must hear the Word in order to have a basis for faith.
A. I can't stand undeniably on something I don't know.
Remember that James tells us to not just be hearers.
2. James 1:22-25 Be doers of the Word.
Being a doer of the Word means that I must take action once I hear the Word.
2Co 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;
A. Paul was quoting David...
3. Psalm 116:5-19 I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
A. Salvation- Something saved; Aid, Deliverance; Victory; Prosperity; Health; Welfare.
B. David said I'm going to walk this thing out and everyone is going to see me prasing God right in the middle of it.
Notice that the Word was believed and then Spoken-
4. Proverbs 18:20-21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue.
A. What you believe affects what you say- What you say affects what you are filled with.
B. Luk 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
When you speak the Word, you hear the Word that you speak.
A. Speaking the Word is the first step to doing the Word.
B. When God changed Abraham and Sarah's names they began speaking what God had said about them.
C. Sarai- She that strives; Sarah- Princess, mother of many nations.
D. Abram-High father; Abraham- Father of many nations or of a multitude.
5. James 2:14-26 Faith and Works go hand in hand.
A. Abraham and Rahab proved their faith by walking it out.
You can't speak one way and then act another-
A. You can't speak faith and then act in fear.
Either the Word is true or it's not- Our job is to believe it, not make it come to pass.
I choose to believe and act on the Word of God.
Your Kingdom
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1. Colos 1:9-19 We have been translated into the kingdom of his dear Son.
A. He is the image of the invisible God.
B. God gave Jesus all power and authority- Jesus confered that power over to us.
Mat 28:18-19 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
C. When Jesus confered that power it was so that we could do our part to rule and reign here on this earth.
2. 1Corinth 12:1-31 We and our gifts are all part of one body.
A. V. 7 The manifestation of the Spirit is given to profit everyone.
B. Every born-again believer is part of the body of Christ.
In Verse 28 Paul goes from talking about being in the body to being in the church.
Every born-again believer in the body of Christ needs to be in a local church.
Eph 4:11-16 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; (12) For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: (13) Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: (14) That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; (15) But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: (16) From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.
It's from this level of maturity that we understand that with everything else that God has done for us, He has also made us Kings and Priests.
3. Rev 1:5-6 Hath made us kings and priests unto God.
Every King has a kingdom- The King determines who or what comes in and out of that kingdom.
A smart king surrounds himself with those that have the best intentions for the welfare of the kingdom in their heart.
A. Negative people kill positive energy.
1Co 15:33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
1Co 15:33 Don't fool yourselves. Bad friends will destroy you. CEV
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Remember you become like those you surround yourself with.
A. You want people full of faith who want God more than anything else.
You decide whether you will let in an offence or bad situation.
You decide whether or not your kingdom will be a blessing and help other kingdoms around you.
How do I do that? By sharing the wealth and increase of my kingdom.
A. Every thriving kingdom needs to be increasing. Wisdom, wealth, talent.
Every person in the church has something to contribute. God expects it.
There is some strong language against those who refuse to use their kingdom for good.
Mat 25:14-30 "Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going on a long trip. He called together his servants and entrusted his money to them while he was gone. (15) He gave five bags of silver to one, two bags of silver to another, and one bag of silver to the last—dividing it in proportion to their abilities. He then left on his trip. (16) "The servant who received the five bags of silver began to invest the money and earned five more. (17) The servant with two bags of silver also went to work and earned two more. (18) But the servant who received the one bag of silver dug a hole in the ground and hid the master's money. (19) "After a long time their master returned from his trip and called them to give an account of how they had used his money. (20) The servant to whom he had entrusted the five bags of silver came forward with five more and said, 'Master, you gave me five bags of silver to invest, and I have earned five more.' (21) "The master was full of praise. 'Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let's celebrate together! ' (22) "The servant who had received the two bags of silver came forward and said, 'Master, you gave me two bags of silver to invest, and I have earned two more.' (23) "The master said, 'Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let's celebrate together!' (24) "Then the servant with the one bag of silver came and said, 'Master, I knew you were a harsh man, harvesting crops you didn't plant and gathering crops you didn't cultivate. (25) I was afraid I would lose your money, so I hid it in the earth. Look, here is your money back.' (26) "But the master replied, 'You wicked and lazy servant! If you knew I harvested crops I didn't plant and gathered crops I didn't cultivate, (27) why didn't you deposit my money in the bank? At least I could have gotten some interest on it.' (28) "Then he ordered, 'Take the money from this servant, and give it to the one with the ten bags of silver. (29) To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away. (30) Now throw this useless servant into outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.' NLT
We have to understand that our kingdom is part of the bigger picture and God wants us all investing in His Kingdom.
Illust: Quote from Captain Janeway of Star Trek Voyager: "You are part of a family now, and you have obligations"
Our kingdom should be making our church stronger- Our church should be making the body stronger- A strong body makes a strong Kingdom of God.
1Ki 10:4-9 And when the queen of Sheba had seen all Solomon's wisdom, and the house that he had built, (5) And the meat of his table, and the sitting of his servants, and the attendance of his ministers, and their apparel, and his cupbearers, and his ascent by which he went up unto the house of the LORD; there was no more spirit in her. (6) And she said to the king, It was a true report that I heard in mine own land of thy acts and of thy wisdom. (7) Howbeit I believed not the words, until I came, and mine eyes had seen it: and, behold, the half was not told me: thy wisdom and prosperity exceedeth the fame which I heard. (8) Happy are thy men, happy are these thy servants, which stand continually before thee, and that hear thy wisdom. (9) Blessed be the LORD thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel: because the LORD loved Israel for ever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice.
Think about where you are right now- Would you want to be a servant in your kingdom?
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1. Colos 1:9-19 We have been translated into the kingdom of his dear Son.
A. He is the image of the invisible God.
B. God gave Jesus all power and authority- Jesus confered that power over to us.
Mat 28:18-19 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
C. When Jesus confered that power it was so that we could do our part to rule and reign here on this earth.
2. 1Corinth 12:1-31 We and our gifts are all part of one body.
A. V. 7 The manifestation of the Spirit is given to profit everyone.
B. Every born-again believer is part of the body of Christ.
In Verse 28 Paul goes from talking about being in the body to being in the church.
Every born-again believer in the body of Christ needs to be in a local church.
Eph 4:11-16 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; (12) For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: (13) Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: (14) That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; (15) But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: (16) From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.
It's from this level of maturity that we understand that with everything else that God has done for us, He has also made us Kings and Priests.
3. Rev 1:5-6 Hath made us kings and priests unto God.
Every King has a kingdom- The King determines who or what comes in and out of that kingdom.
A smart king surrounds himself with those that have the best intentions for the welfare of the kingdom in their heart.
A. Negative people kill positive energy.
1Co 15:33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
1Co 15:33 Don't fool yourselves. Bad friends will destroy you. CEV
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Remember you become like those you surround yourself with.
A. You want people full of faith who want God more than anything else.
You decide whether you will let in an offence or bad situation.
You decide whether or not your kingdom will be a blessing and help other kingdoms around you.
How do I do that? By sharing the wealth and increase of my kingdom.
A. Every thriving kingdom needs to be increasing. Wisdom, wealth, talent.
Every person in the church has something to contribute. God expects it.
There is some strong language against those who refuse to use their kingdom for good.
Mat 25:14-30 "Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going on a long trip. He called together his servants and entrusted his money to them while he was gone. (15) He gave five bags of silver to one, two bags of silver to another, and one bag of silver to the last—dividing it in proportion to their abilities. He then left on his trip. (16) "The servant who received the five bags of silver began to invest the money and earned five more. (17) The servant with two bags of silver also went to work and earned two more. (18) But the servant who received the one bag of silver dug a hole in the ground and hid the master's money. (19) "After a long time their master returned from his trip and called them to give an account of how they had used his money. (20) The servant to whom he had entrusted the five bags of silver came forward with five more and said, 'Master, you gave me five bags of silver to invest, and I have earned five more.' (21) "The master was full of praise. 'Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let's celebrate together! ' (22) "The servant who had received the two bags of silver came forward and said, 'Master, you gave me two bags of silver to invest, and I have earned two more.' (23) "The master said, 'Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let's celebrate together!' (24) "Then the servant with the one bag of silver came and said, 'Master, I knew you were a harsh man, harvesting crops you didn't plant and gathering crops you didn't cultivate. (25) I was afraid I would lose your money, so I hid it in the earth. Look, here is your money back.' (26) "But the master replied, 'You wicked and lazy servant! If you knew I harvested crops I didn't plant and gathered crops I didn't cultivate, (27) why didn't you deposit my money in the bank? At least I could have gotten some interest on it.' (28) "Then he ordered, 'Take the money from this servant, and give it to the one with the ten bags of silver. (29) To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away. (30) Now throw this useless servant into outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.' NLT
We have to understand that our kingdom is part of the bigger picture and God wants us all investing in His Kingdom.
Illust: Quote from Captain Janeway of Star Trek Voyager: "You are part of a family now, and you have obligations"
Our kingdom should be making our church stronger- Our church should be making the body stronger- A strong body makes a strong Kingdom of God.
1Ki 10:4-9 And when the queen of Sheba had seen all Solomon's wisdom, and the house that he had built, (5) And the meat of his table, and the sitting of his servants, and the attendance of his ministers, and their apparel, and his cupbearers, and his ascent by which he went up unto the house of the LORD; there was no more spirit in her. (6) And she said to the king, It was a true report that I heard in mine own land of thy acts and of thy wisdom. (7) Howbeit I believed not the words, until I came, and mine eyes had seen it: and, behold, the half was not told me: thy wisdom and prosperity exceedeth the fame which I heard. (8) Happy are thy men, happy are these thy servants, which stand continually before thee, and that hear thy wisdom. (9) Blessed be the LORD thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel: because the LORD loved Israel for ever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice.
Think about where you are right now- Would you want to be a servant in your kingdom?
Hold What You've Heard
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1. Heb 10:19-23 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Faith comes by hearing the Word.
We must continually guard the Word we have in our heart.
A. Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.
B. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
C. Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
2. Mark 4:1-20 Parable of the Sower- Three ways to let the Word slip.
A. V.15- Not allowing what you have heard to take root.
B. V.16-17 Affliction or persecution. Don't allow yourself to get offended.
C. V. 18-19 Cares, deceitfulness of riches, lusts of other things.
The Word must always hold first place in our lives.
2Ti 1:13-14 Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. (14) That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
Keep by the Holy Ghost- Walk with God, Healing, Prosperity, Joy, Peace.
A. Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
3. Heb 4:12-16 Let us hold fast our profession.
A. Mercy and grace are always available to someone who confesses the Word.
4. 1Thes 5:19-23 Hold fast to that which is good.
Until Jesus comes to take us up with Him, there will always be attacks on your faith.
A. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
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1. Heb 10:19-23 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Faith comes by hearing the Word.
We must continually guard the Word we have in our heart.
A. Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.
B. Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
C. Heb 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
2. Mark 4:1-20 Parable of the Sower- Three ways to let the Word slip.
A. V.15- Not allowing what you have heard to take root.
B. V.16-17 Affliction or persecution. Don't allow yourself to get offended.
C. V. 18-19 Cares, deceitfulness of riches, lusts of other things.
The Word must always hold first place in our lives.
2Ti 1:13-14 Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. (14) That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
Keep by the Holy Ghost- Walk with God, Healing, Prosperity, Joy, Peace.
A. Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
3. Heb 4:12-16 Let us hold fast our profession.
A. Mercy and grace are always available to someone who confesses the Word.
4. 1Thes 5:19-23 Hold fast to that which is good.
Until Jesus comes to take us up with Him, there will always be attacks on your faith.
A. Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
It's What's Inside
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1. 1Samuel 16:7-13 David didn't look like a king.
A. David's father didn't bother to call him. He was just a shepherd.
B. The Spirit of the Lord came upon David because of his heart.
God is always on the side of those that have the right heart.
Our Country was founded from people with the right heart- They came here to seek freedom to worship God rather than adhere to a religious philosophy.eart was set on Him.
A. When the Red Coats came marching in they considered the Patriots to be nothing.
B. God was on the side of the Patriots because their heart was set on Him.
All through the Bible God was with people who from outward appearances did't look great, but it was what was on the inside that mattered.
In Joshua 2 Rahab was just a harlot- She became the great, great, grandmother of David.
A. Heb 11:31 By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.
2. Judges 6:11-16 Gideon was the least in his father's house.
A. Surely I will be with you.
B. Gideon started with 32,000; Then 10,000; Then 300
C. Gideon and the 300 used trumpets and pitchers to cause the Midianites and Amalekites to turn on each other.
In 1Kings 19 Elisha was just a plowboy until Elijah threw his mantle on him.
A. From Bethel, to Jericho, to Jordan the sons of the prophets made fun.
B. Elisha asked for a double portion of Elijah's spirit.
B. When the sons of the Prophets saw Elisha part the water they knew what was in him.
In Matthew 3 John the Baptist comes to town wearing camel's hair and a leather girdle.
He was eating locusts and wild honey.
A. Mat 11:11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist:
B. John was filled with the Spirit from his mother's womb.
On the other hand:
In Matthew 23:27 The Pharasees looked so perfect on the outside.
A. Mat 23:27-28 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness. (28) Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity.
It's what's on the inside that matters!
According to Isaiah, even Jesus wasn't anything to look at.
A. Isa 53:1-5 Who believes what we've heard and seen? Who would have thought GOD's saving power would look like this? (2) The servant grew up before God--a scrawny seedling, a scrubby plant in a parched field. There was nothing attractive about him, nothing to cause us to take a second look. (3) He was looked down on and passed over, a man who suffered, who knew pain firsthand. One look at him and people turned away. We looked down on him, thought he was scum. (4) But the fact is, it was our pains he carried-- our disfigurements, all the things wrong with us. We thought he brought it on himself, that God was punishing him for his own failures. (5) But it was our sins that did that to him, that ripped and tore and crushed him--our sins! He took the punishment, and that made us whole. Through his bruises we get healed.MSG
Jesus carried the very power of God that would save humanity from their sin and make us to become sons and daughters of God.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Quit worrying about what the outside looks like- Quit worrying about your talents and abilities.
It's what's inside that counts!
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1. 1Samuel 16:7-13 David didn't look like a king.
A. David's father didn't bother to call him. He was just a shepherd.
B. The Spirit of the Lord came upon David because of his heart.
God is always on the side of those that have the right heart.
Our Country was founded from people with the right heart- They came here to seek freedom to worship God rather than adhere to a religious philosophy.eart was set on Him.
A. When the Red Coats came marching in they considered the Patriots to be nothing.
B. God was on the side of the Patriots because their heart was set on Him.
All through the Bible God was with people who from outward appearances did't look great, but it was what was on the inside that mattered.
In Joshua 2 Rahab was just a harlot- She became the great, great, grandmother of David.
A. Heb 11:31 By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.
2. Judges 6:11-16 Gideon was the least in his father's house.
A. Surely I will be with you.
B. Gideon started with 32,000; Then 10,000; Then 300
C. Gideon and the 300 used trumpets and pitchers to cause the Midianites and Amalekites to turn on each other.
In 1Kings 19 Elisha was just a plowboy until Elijah threw his mantle on him.
A. From Bethel, to Jericho, to Jordan the sons of the prophets made fun.
B. Elisha asked for a double portion of Elijah's spirit.
B. When the sons of the Prophets saw Elisha part the water they knew what was in him.
In Matthew 3 John the Baptist comes to town wearing camel's hair and a leather girdle.
He was eating locusts and wild honey.
A. Mat 11:11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist:
B. John was filled with the Spirit from his mother's womb.
On the other hand:
In Matthew 23:27 The Pharasees looked so perfect on the outside.
A. Mat 23:27-28 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness. (28) Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity.
It's what's on the inside that matters!
According to Isaiah, even Jesus wasn't anything to look at.
A. Isa 53:1-5 Who believes what we've heard and seen? Who would have thought GOD's saving power would look like this? (2) The servant grew up before God--a scrawny seedling, a scrubby plant in a parched field. There was nothing attractive about him, nothing to cause us to take a second look. (3) He was looked down on and passed over, a man who suffered, who knew pain firsthand. One look at him and people turned away. We looked down on him, thought he was scum. (4) But the fact is, it was our pains he carried-- our disfigurements, all the things wrong with us. We thought he brought it on himself, that God was punishing him for his own failures. (5) But it was our sins that did that to him, that ripped and tore and crushed him--our sins! He took the punishment, and that made us whole. Through his bruises we get healed.MSG
Jesus carried the very power of God that would save humanity from their sin and make us to become sons and daughters of God.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Quit worrying about what the outside looks like- Quit worrying about your talents and abilities.
It's what's inside that counts!
Following Jesus
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1. 2Tim 4:1-5 Keep preaching the Word.
A. 2Ti 4:1-5 I can't impress this on you too strongly. God is looking over your shoulder. Christ himself is the Judge, with the final say on everyone, living and dead. He is about to break into the open with his rule, (2) so proclaim the Message with intensity; keep on your watch. Challenge, warn, and urge your people. Don't ever quit. Just keep it simple. (3) You're going to find that there will be times when people will have no stomach for solid teaching, but will fill up on spiritual junk food--catchy opinions that tickle their fancy. (4) They'll turn their backs on truth and chase mirages. (5) But you--keep your eye on what you're doing; accept the hard times along with the good; keep the Message alive; do a thorough job as God's servant.
There is no shortcut around the Word of God.
Christianity is a lifestyle based upon the Word of God.
A. There is no pause button.
2. James 1:22-25 Be a doer of the Word.
A. If we are not doing the Word then we are not operating in power.
B. Example: Power band on older dirt bikes.
3. Romans 1:16-17 The just shall live by faith.
What does it mean to live by faith?
It means living your life beyond human reasoning to follow the principles of the Word of God.
A. Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
Many times we get caught up in all we see around us and forget that it has no eternal value.
A. Jas 4:14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away.
4. Gal 2:20 The life which I now live.
A. Paul knew what it meant to lay things down to follow Christ.
5. Phil 3:4-9 Paul's pedigree.
A. Everything religion and the world could offer, Paul counted as dung.
Following Jesus means following the Word.
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1. 2Tim 4:1-5 Keep preaching the Word.
A. 2Ti 4:1-5 I can't impress this on you too strongly. God is looking over your shoulder. Christ himself is the Judge, with the final say on everyone, living and dead. He is about to break into the open with his rule, (2) so proclaim the Message with intensity; keep on your watch. Challenge, warn, and urge your people. Don't ever quit. Just keep it simple. (3) You're going to find that there will be times when people will have no stomach for solid teaching, but will fill up on spiritual junk food--catchy opinions that tickle their fancy. (4) They'll turn their backs on truth and chase mirages. (5) But you--keep your eye on what you're doing; accept the hard times along with the good; keep the Message alive; do a thorough job as God's servant.
There is no shortcut around the Word of God.
Christianity is a lifestyle based upon the Word of God.
A. There is no pause button.
2. James 1:22-25 Be a doer of the Word.
A. If we are not doing the Word then we are not operating in power.
B. Example: Power band on older dirt bikes.
3. Romans 1:16-17 The just shall live by faith.
What does it mean to live by faith?
It means living your life beyond human reasoning to follow the principles of the Word of God.
A. Luk 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
Many times we get caught up in all we see around us and forget that it has no eternal value.
A. Jas 4:14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away.
4. Gal 2:20 The life which I now live.
A. Paul knew what it meant to lay things down to follow Christ.
5. Phil 3:4-9 Paul's pedigree.
A. Everything religion and the world could offer, Paul counted as dung.
Following Jesus means following the Word.
Finding Jesus
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1. Acts 17:16-29 The Unknown God
A. The Athenians spent their time looking to hear or tell something new.
B. V. 27- Seek the Lord.
C. V. 29 God is not in anything man-made.
2. Romans 10:6-8 Understanding my right standing (righteousness) in Christ Jesus means I don't have to go looking for him- He's inside me!
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
Our relationship with God is not based upon a feeling-
A. Feelings are part of our soulish area- I love feelings, but I'm not led by them.
B. Blue Swede- Hooked on a feeling.
C. I stay hooked up to God through his Word.
D. A mature Christian understands whether they feel anything or not God's Word is still in operation.
3. Psalm 139:7-10 God's presence is everywhere you go because he is in you.
Yes Pastor, but I want more. Great! You should want more.
Mat 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
How we he do that?
Rom 8:11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. (vitalize, give life)
If I want more (and I do), I have to seek after the giver of more.
4. Matt 23:17-22 The gift is not greater than the Giver.
A. Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Joh 6:2 And a great multitude followed him, because they saw his miracles which he did on them that were diseased.
I want signs, wonders, and miracles, but I'm not following Him just because of them.
Php 3:10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection...
5. John 18:4-6 When they found Jesus, the found his power.
Jer 29:13 And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.
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1. Acts 17:16-29 The Unknown God
A. The Athenians spent their time looking to hear or tell something new.
B. V. 27- Seek the Lord.
C. V. 29 God is not in anything man-made.
2. Romans 10:6-8 Understanding my right standing (righteousness) in Christ Jesus means I don't have to go looking for him- He's inside me!
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
Our relationship with God is not based upon a feeling-
A. Feelings are part of our soulish area- I love feelings, but I'm not led by them.
B. Blue Swede- Hooked on a feeling.
C. I stay hooked up to God through his Word.
D. A mature Christian understands whether they feel anything or not God's Word is still in operation.
3. Psalm 139:7-10 God's presence is everywhere you go because he is in you.
Yes Pastor, but I want more. Great! You should want more.
Mat 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
How we he do that?
Rom 8:11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. (vitalize, give life)
If I want more (and I do), I have to seek after the giver of more.
4. Matt 23:17-22 The gift is not greater than the Giver.
A. Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Joh 6:2 And a great multitude followed him, because they saw his miracles which he did on them that were diseased.
I want signs, wonders, and miracles, but I'm not following Him just because of them.
Php 3:10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection...
5. John 18:4-6 When they found Jesus, the found his power.
Jer 29:13 And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.
Why Walk not?
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1. Mark 7:1-5 Why walk not?
A. Why don't you do it like we do?
Jesus gives three reasons:
I. V.6 Lip service- Heart Problem.
A. Mat 23:5-7 But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments, (6) And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues, (7) And greetings in the markets, and to be called of men, Rabbi, Rabbi.
B. Mat 6:16-21 Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. (17) But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face; (18) That thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly. (19) Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: (20) But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: (21) For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
They liked to give off the impression that they were holy, but they did not seek God with all their hearts.
II. V.7 Vain Worship- Doctrines of men.
A. Joh 4:23-24 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. (24) God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
Worship is more than singing a song to or about God. It is giving Him honor and reverence with everything that is within you.
B. Mat 23:13 But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in.
Commandments of men for doctrine- 2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
A. They would change the scripture to go along with their own religious beliefs and customs.
III. Rejecting the commandment of God for tradition.
A. V. 8-13 They ignored the Word of God to keep from breaking tradition.
We must always ask ourselves if what we believe and are doing is backed by the Word of God.
I don't want to do things just because someone else does them- I want to do what the Word of God says.
If we seek God, then we will find what we are seeking from God.
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1. Mark 7:1-5 Why walk not?
A. Why don't you do it like we do?
Jesus gives three reasons:
I. V.6 Lip service- Heart Problem.
A. Mat 23:5-7 But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments, (6) And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues, (7) And greetings in the markets, and to be called of men, Rabbi, Rabbi.
B. Mat 6:16-21 Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. (17) But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face; (18) That thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly. (19) Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: (20) But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: (21) For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
They liked to give off the impression that they were holy, but they did not seek God with all their hearts.
II. V.7 Vain Worship- Doctrines of men.
A. Joh 4:23-24 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. (24) God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
Worship is more than singing a song to or about God. It is giving Him honor and reverence with everything that is within you.
B. Mat 23:13 But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in.
Commandments of men for doctrine- 2Ti 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
A. They would change the scripture to go along with their own religious beliefs and customs.
III. Rejecting the commandment of God for tradition.
A. V. 8-13 They ignored the Word of God to keep from breaking tradition.
We must always ask ourselves if what we believe and are doing is backed by the Word of God.
I don't want to do things just because someone else does them- I want to do what the Word of God says.
If we seek God, then we will find what we are seeking from God.
The Peace of Faith
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1. Mark 9:17-29 I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
A. Romans 10:17.
B. Prayer and fasting fortify your faith.
C. Prayer and fasting causes you to consecrate yourself to God.
Operating in faith is lesson of patience and trust in God.
Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
We need to understand that once we speak something in faith, as far as God is concerned it is a done deal.
2. James 1:5-8 Double minded.
A. Jas 1:6 Ask boldly, believingly, without a second thought. People who "worry their prayers" are like wind-whipped waves. MSG
3. Mark 4:26-28 Your faith is working.
A. Don't dig up your seed.
We should have peace in our hearts when we are operating in faith.
The Hebrew boys had peace about being thrown in the furnace.
Daniel had peace about being thrown into the lion's den
Paul had peace in the middle of a hurricane.
You can have peace in your faith when you settle it in your heart that God will do what he said he would do.
Isa 14:24 The LORD of hosts hath sworn, saying, Surely as I have thought, so shall it come to pass; and as I have purposed, so shall it stand:
You don't have to be a "Super Christian" to operate in faith.
4. James 1:22-25 Be a doer of the Word.
A. Blessed in his deed.
Quit worrying about whether you have enough faith or whether your faith is working.
If you are basing your belief on the Word of God - Confessing and acting on the Word, It shall come to pass.
Get over into peace and let God do his work.
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1. Mark 9:17-29 I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
A. Romans 10:17.
B. Prayer and fasting fortify your faith.
C. Prayer and fasting causes you to consecrate yourself to God.
Operating in faith is lesson of patience and trust in God.
Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
We need to understand that once we speak something in faith, as far as God is concerned it is a done deal.
2. James 1:5-8 Double minded.
A. Jas 1:6 Ask boldly, believingly, without a second thought. People who "worry their prayers" are like wind-whipped waves. MSG
3. Mark 4:26-28 Your faith is working.
A. Don't dig up your seed.
We should have peace in our hearts when we are operating in faith.
The Hebrew boys had peace about being thrown in the furnace.
Daniel had peace about being thrown into the lion's den
Paul had peace in the middle of a hurricane.
You can have peace in your faith when you settle it in your heart that God will do what he said he would do.
Isa 14:24 The LORD of hosts hath sworn, saying, Surely as I have thought, so shall it come to pass; and as I have purposed, so shall it stand:
You don't have to be a "Super Christian" to operate in faith.
4. James 1:22-25 Be a doer of the Word.
A. Blessed in his deed.
Quit worrying about whether you have enough faith or whether your faith is working.
If you are basing your belief on the Word of God - Confessing and acting on the Word, It shall come to pass.
Get over into peace and let God do his work.
Believing is Everything
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1. Acts 17:1-11 These that have turned the world upside down.
A. The believers followed Paul and Silas.
B. They which believed not gathered a mob.
C. V.11 Jews that were more noble. They received the Word with all readiness of mind. They searched the scriptures to see if it were true.
Don't let people who refuse to believe the Word steal your time.
Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
As long as you stay with the Word - Your witness will be true.
Faith is believing something in your heart-
Faith in God is believing the Word in your heart.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
2. Rev 21:6-8 But the fearful and unbelieving.
3. 2Corinth 4:1-7 Satan doesn't want people to believe.
A. Paul said everything we say and do is to point to God, not us.
B. 2Co 4:2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don't try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. NLT
C. 2Co 4:2-4 We refuse to wear masks and play games. We don't maneuver and manipulate behind the scenes. And we don't twist God's Word to suit ourselves. Rather, we keep everything we do and say out in the open, the whole truth on display, so that those who want to can see and judge for themselves in the presence of God. (3) If our Message is obscure to anyone, it's not because we're holding back in any way. No, it's because these other people are looking or going the wrong way and refuse to give it serious attention. (4) All they have eyes for is the fashionable god of darkness. They think he can give them what they want, and that they won't have to bother believing a Truth they can't see. They're stone-blind to the dayspring brightness of the Message that shines with Christ, who gives us the best picture of God we'll ever get.MSG
If we want to see God and how he operates on the earth we need to study the life of Jesus.
A. Jesus always gave credit to the Father for the things he did.
As believers, we are the body of Jesus- We are to Think, (1Corinth 2:16 Mind of Christ);
Speak, (Eph 4:15 Speaking the truth in love); and Act (John 14:12 The works that I do shall ye do also) like Jesus.
How can we that?
4. Mark 16:15-20 God confirms the Word with signs following.
A. The Word of salvation, healing, deliverance, prosperity.
It doesn't matter if some do not believe- God's Word will work mightily in those who do.
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1. Acts 17:1-11 These that have turned the world upside down.
A. The believers followed Paul and Silas.
B. They which believed not gathered a mob.
C. V.11 Jews that were more noble. They received the Word with all readiness of mind. They searched the scriptures to see if it were true.
Don't let people who refuse to believe the Word steal your time.
Rom 3:3-4 For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect? (4) God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.
As long as you stay with the Word - Your witness will be true.
Faith is believing something in your heart-
Faith in God is believing the Word in your heart.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
2. Rev 21:6-8 But the fearful and unbelieving.
3. 2Corinth 4:1-7 Satan doesn't want people to believe.
A. Paul said everything we say and do is to point to God, not us.
B. 2Co 4:2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don't try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. NLT
C. 2Co 4:2-4 We refuse to wear masks and play games. We don't maneuver and manipulate behind the scenes. And we don't twist God's Word to suit ourselves. Rather, we keep everything we do and say out in the open, the whole truth on display, so that those who want to can see and judge for themselves in the presence of God. (3) If our Message is obscure to anyone, it's not because we're holding back in any way. No, it's because these other people are looking or going the wrong way and refuse to give it serious attention. (4) All they have eyes for is the fashionable god of darkness. They think he can give them what they want, and that they won't have to bother believing a Truth they can't see. They're stone-blind to the dayspring brightness of the Message that shines with Christ, who gives us the best picture of God we'll ever get.MSG
If we want to see God and how he operates on the earth we need to study the life of Jesus.
A. Jesus always gave credit to the Father for the things he did.
As believers, we are the body of Jesus- We are to Think, (1Corinth 2:16 Mind of Christ);
Speak, (Eph 4:15 Speaking the truth in love); and Act (John 14:12 The works that I do shall ye do also) like Jesus.
How can we that?
4. Mark 16:15-20 God confirms the Word with signs following.
A. The Word of salvation, healing, deliverance, prosperity.
It doesn't matter if some do not believe- God's Word will work mightily in those who do.
Keep It Real
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1. Eph 2:4-10 Saved by grace.
A. Quickened us together; Raised us up together; Made us sit together.
B. Saved by grace not works.
C. His workmanship created in Christ Jesus.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Isa 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Through the new birth, you are made as righteous as you will ever get!
D. V.10- Created in Christ Jesus unto good works- that we should walk in them.
2Ti 1:9 [For it is He] Who delivered and saved us and called us with a calling in itself holy and leading to holiness [to a life of consecration, a vocation of holiness]; [He did it] not because of anything of merit that we have done, but because of and to further His own purpose and grace (unmerited favor) which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began [eternal ages ago]. AMP
Now that I have been declared righteous by the new birth, I ought to want to live Holy.
2. Titus 2:11-15 Grace teaches us how to live.
Having the grace of God in our lives does not mean that we won't make mistakes.
A. Rom 7:19 For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.
B. Some mistakes are accidental- Others are on purpose.
1Jn 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
What should we be doing as Christians?
3. 1John 1:5-7 Walk in the light.
How do we walk in the light?
A. God is light, so we follow after God with all of our hearts.
B. Only you know how you follow after God.
Although there should be outward expressions and action, but they are not always an indicator of someone's inward walk with God.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
4. Luke 18:9-14 The Publican and the Pharisee.
Thank God for people that keep God's ordinances, but let's make sure we are not just going through the motions.
Let's keep it real- Let's follow after God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and we will see the manifestations we desire of Him.
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1. Eph 2:4-10 Saved by grace.
A. Quickened us together; Raised us up together; Made us sit together.
B. Saved by grace not works.
C. His workmanship created in Christ Jesus.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Isa 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Through the new birth, you are made as righteous as you will ever get!
D. V.10- Created in Christ Jesus unto good works- that we should walk in them.
2Ti 1:9 [For it is He] Who delivered and saved us and called us with a calling in itself holy and leading to holiness [to a life of consecration, a vocation of holiness]; [He did it] not because of anything of merit that we have done, but because of and to further His own purpose and grace (unmerited favor) which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began [eternal ages ago]. AMP
Now that I have been declared righteous by the new birth, I ought to want to live Holy.
2. Titus 2:11-15 Grace teaches us how to live.
Having the grace of God in our lives does not mean that we won't make mistakes.
A. Rom 7:19 For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.
B. Some mistakes are accidental- Others are on purpose.
1Jn 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
What should we be doing as Christians?
3. 1John 1:5-7 Walk in the light.
How do we walk in the light?
A. God is light, so we follow after God with all of our hearts.
B. Only you know how you follow after God.
Although there should be outward expressions and action, but they are not always an indicator of someone's inward walk with God.
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
4. Luke 18:9-14 The Publican and the Pharisee.
Thank God for people that keep God's ordinances, but let's make sure we are not just going through the motions.
Let's keep it real- Let's follow after God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and we will see the manifestations we desire of Him.
How to Avoid Shipwreck
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1. Acts 27:5-44 Euroclydon happened.
V9. Common Sense- Jas 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
A. Don't expect supernatural provision when you are knowingly doing something stupid. (Natural and Spiritual laws are put in place for a reason).
V.10- Don't ignore the inward voice- 1Ki 19:11-13 And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; but the LORD was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the LORD was not in the earthquake: (12) And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. (13) And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave.
A. The voice of the Holy Spirit will lead you if you listen. News Flash: You are not smarter than God.
B. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
2. 1Corinth 2:10-16 God hath revealed them by his Spirit.
A. Foolishness in the natural man breeds foolishness.
V.11- Don't base your life on the decisions of others.
A. Paul didn't have the priviledge of refusing to go, But You Do!
V.13-14 Don't be deceived by how something looks when everything inside you is telling you that it is not right.
3. 1Kings 13:11-22 The old Prophet deceived the young Prophet.
V.20 Don't lose hope- Rom 4:18-21 Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be. (19) And being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sara's womb: (20) He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; (21) And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.
A. You can't operate in faith without hope.
B. Pro 13:12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
3. Mark 5:25-34 Woman with the issue of blood.
A. Hope brought her to Jesus, her faith got her healed.
Psa 119:116 Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.
A. Don't worry about what others think of your hope- Your hope will fuel your faith.
V. 21-25;30-31 Don't jump ship- You have to stand on God's promise even when it looks really bad.
A. Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
B. Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
b. The only way you can lose with God is if you give up and quit.
Things may not always go the way you want them to, but if you will just stay with God you will reach the destination you desire.
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1. Acts 27:5-44 Euroclydon happened.
V9. Common Sense- Jas 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
A. Don't expect supernatural provision when you are knowingly doing something stupid. (Natural and Spiritual laws are put in place for a reason).
V.10- Don't ignore the inward voice- 1Ki 19:11-13 And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; but the LORD was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the LORD was not in the earthquake: (12) And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. (13) And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave.
A. The voice of the Holy Spirit will lead you if you listen. News Flash: You are not smarter than God.
B. 1Jn 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
2. 1Corinth 2:10-16 God hath revealed them by his Spirit.
A. Foolishness in the natural man breeds foolishness.
V.11- Don't base your life on the decisions of others.
A. Paul didn't have the priviledge of refusing to go, But You Do!
V.13-14 Don't be deceived by how something looks when everything inside you is telling you that it is not right.
3. 1Kings 13:11-22 The old Prophet deceived the young Prophet.
V.20 Don't lose hope- Rom 4:18-21 Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be. (19) And being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sara's womb: (20) He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; (21) And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.
A. You can't operate in faith without hope.
B. Pro 13:12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
3. Mark 5:25-34 Woman with the issue of blood.
A. Hope brought her to Jesus, her faith got her healed.
Psa 119:116 Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.
A. Don't worry about what others think of your hope- Your hope will fuel your faith.
V. 21-25;30-31 Don't jump ship- You have to stand on God's promise even when it looks really bad.
A. Mat 10:22 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
B. Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
b. The only way you can lose with God is if you give up and quit.
Things may not always go the way you want them to, but if you will just stay with God you will reach the destination you desire.
Pentecost Fire
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1. 1Kings 18:21-39 The God that answers by fire.
A. The fire caused the people to acknowledge God.
2. Deut 9:1-3 As a consuming fire he shall destroy them.
3. Heb 12:25-29 God is a consuming fire.
A. Serve God acceptably with reverence and Godly fear.
B. V.27 And this Word!
4. Jerem 20:7-9 Fire shut up in my bones.
A. His Word was burning.
God's Word should make us burn in our hearts.
Luk 24:32 And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?
If you are not burning with the Word there is a problem.
Pro 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out:
You need to get you some more wood/Word.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
5. Acts 2:1-4 Cloven tongues of fire.
A. Act 2:3-4 And there appeared to them tongues resembling fire, which were separated and distributed and which settled on each one of them. (4) And they were all filled (diffused throughout their souls) with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other (different, foreign) languages (tongues), as the Spirit kept giving them clear and loud expression [in each tongue in appropriate words].AMP
Pentecost is known as a Jewish harvest feast. Pentecost Sunday is a celebration of when the Holy Ghost was loosed on believers.
2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
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1. 1Kings 18:21-39 The God that answers by fire.
A. The fire caused the people to acknowledge God.
2. Deut 9:1-3 As a consuming fire he shall destroy them.
3. Heb 12:25-29 God is a consuming fire.
A. Serve God acceptably with reverence and Godly fear.
B. V.27 And this Word!
4. Jerem 20:7-9 Fire shut up in my bones.
A. His Word was burning.
God's Word should make us burn in our hearts.
Luk 24:32 And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?
If you are not burning with the Word there is a problem.
Pro 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out:
You need to get you some more wood/Word.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
5. Acts 2:1-4 Cloven tongues of fire.
A. Act 2:3-4 And there appeared to them tongues resembling fire, which were separated and distributed and which settled on each one of them. (4) And they were all filled (diffused throughout their souls) with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other (different, foreign) languages (tongues), as the Spirit kept giving them clear and loud expression [in each tongue in appropriate words].AMP
Pentecost is known as a Jewish harvest feast. Pentecost Sunday is a celebration of when the Holy Ghost was loosed on believers.
2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
Stick with the Word
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1. John 1:1-3; 14 In the beginning was the Word.
A. The Word is Jesus, Jesus is the Word.
2. Heb 4:12-13 Quick, powerful, and sharp.
A. Refers to the word as Him.
Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
A. Hasten: To be alert; sleepless; be on the lookout.
If God is alert, sleepless, and on the lookout to perform his word- Then we ought to focus on doing the Word.
Heb 2:1-3 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. (2) For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward; (3) How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him;
There is a difference in doing something and doing it at the Word.
3. Luke 5:1-7 At thy Word.
A. They had tried it according to human knowledge, but when they did it according to the Word they were astonished at the success.
I have decided to stick with the Word. Why?
A. Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
4. Prov 4:20-22 Life to those that find them.
A.Pro 4:22 for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.
5. Isaiah 55:8-13 It shall accomplish.
A. It shall be to the Lord a name and everlasting sign.
God hasn't changed his mind- He wants his Word to be accomplished in our lives.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
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1. John 1:1-3; 14 In the beginning was the Word.
A. The Word is Jesus, Jesus is the Word.
2. Heb 4:12-13 Quick, powerful, and sharp.
A. Refers to the word as Him.
Jer 1:12 Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
A. Hasten: To be alert; sleepless; be on the lookout.
If God is alert, sleepless, and on the lookout to perform his word- Then we ought to focus on doing the Word.
Heb 2:1-3 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. (2) For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward; (3) How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him;
There is a difference in doing something and doing it at the Word.
3. Luke 5:1-7 At thy Word.
A. They had tried it according to human knowledge, but when they did it according to the Word they were astonished at the success.
I have decided to stick with the Word. Why?
A. Eph 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
4. Prov 4:20-22 Life to those that find them.
A.Pro 4:22 for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.
5. Isaiah 55:8-13 It shall accomplish.
A. It shall be to the Lord a name and everlasting sign.
God hasn't changed his mind- He wants his Word to be accomplished in our lives.
Psa 119:89 LAMED. For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
What You Answer to
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1. Gen 37:3-11; 19 This dreamer cometh.
A. Gen 39- He was called a slave in Potiphar's house-
Gen 39:4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
B. He was locked up as a prisoner-
Gen 39:21-23 But the LORD was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison. (22) And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. (23) The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing that was under his hand; because the LORD was with him, and that which he did, the LORD made it to prosper.
C. He was brought from the prison as an interpreter of dreams.
Gen 41:40-44 Thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled: only in the throne will I be greater than thou. (41) And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, See, I have set thee over all the land of Egypt. (42) And Pharaoh took off his ring from his hand, and put it upon Joseph's hand, and arrayed him in vestures of fine linen, and put a gold chain about his neck; (43) And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him ruler over all the land of Egypt. (44) And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt.
D. He calls himself Lord over all Egypt.
Gen 45:9 Haste ye, and go up to my father, and say unto him, Thus saith thy son Joseph, God hath made me lord of all Egypt: come down unto me, tarry not:
It doesn't matter what they call you- Just what you answer to!
2. 1Sam 17:42-47 David's answer to Goliath.
3. Matt 11:19 Jesus was called names.
A. Joh 18:4-6 Jesus therefore, knowing all things that should come upon him, went forth, and said unto them, Whom seek ye? (5) They answered him, Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus saith unto them, I am he. And Judas also, which betrayed him, stood with them. (6) As soon then as he had said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.
People call us crazy for believing in healing- We answer to the Healed of God.
A. They may call us sick, but that is not what we answer to.
We are called false teachers for teaching Spiritual Authority- We answer to Sons and Daughters of God- Kings and Priests-
Let people call us what they want- We will live in the fullness of the promises of God because that is what we answer to.
If I called you a child of God, could you answer to it?
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1. Gen 37:3-11; 19 This dreamer cometh.
A. Gen 39- He was called a slave in Potiphar's house-
Gen 39:4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
B. He was locked up as a prisoner-
Gen 39:21-23 But the LORD was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison. (22) And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. (23) The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing that was under his hand; because the LORD was with him, and that which he did, the LORD made it to prosper.
C. He was brought from the prison as an interpreter of dreams.
Gen 41:40-44 Thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled: only in the throne will I be greater than thou. (41) And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, See, I have set thee over all the land of Egypt. (42) And Pharaoh took off his ring from his hand, and put it upon Joseph's hand, and arrayed him in vestures of fine linen, and put a gold chain about his neck; (43) And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him ruler over all the land of Egypt. (44) And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt.
D. He calls himself Lord over all Egypt.
Gen 45:9 Haste ye, and go up to my father, and say unto him, Thus saith thy son Joseph, God hath made me lord of all Egypt: come down unto me, tarry not:
It doesn't matter what they call you- Just what you answer to!
2. 1Sam 17:42-47 David's answer to Goliath.
3. Matt 11:19 Jesus was called names.
A. Joh 18:4-6 Jesus therefore, knowing all things that should come upon him, went forth, and said unto them, Whom seek ye? (5) They answered him, Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus saith unto them, I am he. And Judas also, which betrayed him, stood with them. (6) As soon then as he had said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.
People call us crazy for believing in healing- We answer to the Healed of God.
A. They may call us sick, but that is not what we answer to.
We are called false teachers for teaching Spiritual Authority- We answer to Sons and Daughters of God- Kings and Priests-
Let people call us what they want- We will live in the fullness of the promises of God because that is what we answer to.
If I called you a child of God, could you answer to it?
Teach Them Faith
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1. Eph 6:2-3 Honour thy father and mother.
A. It has the promise of long life.
Pro 30:11 There is a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother.
2. Proverbs 6:20-23 Forsake not the law.
A. The law of the mother is always with the best intentions.
If the mother is unsaved the law will be more about common sense.
If the mother is a child of God the law should be common sense mixed with faith.
3. 2Tim 1:5 Timothy's heritage.
Faith was passed down from Timothy's grandmother to his mother- then to him.
How do you pass down faith?
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Faith is passed down by teaching your children the Word of God!
Mothers are the primary caregivers- They have the ability to set in motion the direction their child goes.
Children only know what they are taught-
Teaching a child to have faith in God and his word is the most important thing you will ever do for it.
Teaching faith is done with both Word and action.
A. Teaching a child to have faith in God and then missing church sends a mixed message.
Live the life before God that you want your children to live- They're watching!
Teaching your child the Faith Life from an early age will bring them blessing and success.
A. Pro 29:15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
B. Pro 29:17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
Being a mother means showing your kids tough love sometimes.
A. Your kids don't do what other kids get to do.
B. When they are older they will understand and appreciate it.
Keep your children on the faith path, their future depends on it.
A. Jos 1:7-8 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. (8) This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
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1. Eph 6:2-3 Honour thy father and mother.
A. It has the promise of long life.
Pro 30:11 There is a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother.
2. Proverbs 6:20-23 Forsake not the law.
A. The law of the mother is always with the best intentions.
If the mother is unsaved the law will be more about common sense.
If the mother is a child of God the law should be common sense mixed with faith.
3. 2Tim 1:5 Timothy's heritage.
Faith was passed down from Timothy's grandmother to his mother- then to him.
How do you pass down faith?
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Faith is passed down by teaching your children the Word of God!
Mothers are the primary caregivers- They have the ability to set in motion the direction their child goes.
Children only know what they are taught-
Teaching a child to have faith in God and his word is the most important thing you will ever do for it.
Teaching faith is done with both Word and action.
A. Teaching a child to have faith in God and then missing church sends a mixed message.
Live the life before God that you want your children to live- They're watching!
Teaching your child the Faith Life from an early age will bring them blessing and success.
A. Pro 29:15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
B. Pro 29:17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
Being a mother means showing your kids tough love sometimes.
A. Your kids don't do what other kids get to do.
B. When they are older they will understand and appreciate it.
Keep your children on the faith path, their future depends on it.
A. Jos 1:7-8 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. (8) This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
It's Already in the House
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1. 2Kings 4:1-7 A pot of oil.
A. The woman expected Elisha to do something.
B. Elisha asked what was in the house.
Elisha didn't do it for her- He told her what to do.
A.When she acted in faith with what she had and what she was told to do with it, it produced a supernatural manifestation.
The same thing happened in 1Kings 17 with the widow in Zarephath and Elijah.
2. Isaiah 12:2-3 Draw out of the wells.
A. Wells- Spring; A fountain; A source of satisfaction.
B. Salvation- Something saved; deliverance; aid; victory; prosperity; health; welfare
C. Draw with joy.
Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
When we know we are putting God first in our lives, we can expect our provision.
3. John 4:14 A well of water.
A. First you drink the water.
B. Drinking the water produces a well springing up.
God has already placed in our house everything we need to live an abundant life.
There will always be obstacles that come against us.
Isa 59:19 When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
1Jn 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
1Jn 2:27 But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you,
Isa 10:27 And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
You have burden removing, yoke destroying anointing inside you.
It's time to access what's in the house!
Joh 7:38 He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.
Allow what's inside you to flow out to others and you will be supp
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1. 2Kings 4:1-7 A pot of oil.
A. The woman expected Elisha to do something.
B. Elisha asked what was in the house.
Elisha didn't do it for her- He told her what to do.
A.When she acted in faith with what she had and what she was told to do with it, it produced a supernatural manifestation.
The same thing happened in 1Kings 17 with the widow in Zarephath and Elijah.
2. Isaiah 12:2-3 Draw out of the wells.
A. Wells- Spring; A fountain; A source of satisfaction.
B. Salvation- Something saved; deliverance; aid; victory; prosperity; health; welfare
C. Draw with joy.
Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
When we know we are putting God first in our lives, we can expect our provision.
3. John 4:14 A well of water.
A. First you drink the water.
B. Drinking the water produces a well springing up.
God has already placed in our house everything we need to live an abundant life.
There will always be obstacles that come against us.
Isa 59:19 When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him.
1Jn 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
1Jn 2:27 But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you,
Isa 10:27 And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
You have burden removing, yoke destroying anointing inside you.
It's time to access what's in the house!
Joh 7:38 He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.
Allow what's inside you to flow out to others and you will be supp
Expectancy
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1. Hebrews 11:1 Faith is-
A. Substance- Setting under (support).
B. Things hoped for- to expect or confide.
C. Evidence- proof or conviction.
Faith is the foundational support of our expectation, the proof or conviction of the things we have not yet seen with the natural eye.
What did you apply your faith to today before coming into this sanctuary?
What was your expectancy from the Lord today?
2. Acts 3:1-8 Expecting to receive something from them.
A. Expecting- to watch; to anticipate (in thought or hope); by implication to await; be in expectation; to look for.
His expectation was manifest in the form of his healing.
3. Acts 10:21-27;44-47 Cornelius has an expectation.
A. V.24 Cornelius waited for them.
B. V.27 Many that were come together.
C. The Holy Ghost fell on them.
Sometimes our expectation doesn't manifest immediately.
4. John 2:1-10 They have no wine.
A. V. 3-4 Jesus doesn't acknowledge his mother's request.
Joh 2:4 "Dear woman, that's not our problem," Jesus replied. "My time has not yet come." NLT
B. V5. Whatever he saith to you do it. Expectation!
She expected Jesus to do something about their delemia.
Just because you haven't seen the manifestation yet doesn't mean it won't happen.
Delay is not Denial!
5. Heb 10:35-39 Patience...
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Without expectation there will be no manifestation.
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1. Hebrews 11:1 Faith is-
A. Substance- Setting under (support).
B. Things hoped for- to expect or confide.
C. Evidence- proof or conviction.
Faith is the foundational support of our expectation, the proof or conviction of the things we have not yet seen with the natural eye.
What did you apply your faith to today before coming into this sanctuary?
What was your expectancy from the Lord today?
2. Acts 3:1-8 Expecting to receive something from them.
A. Expecting- to watch; to anticipate (in thought or hope); by implication to await; be in expectation; to look for.
His expectation was manifest in the form of his healing.
3. Acts 10:21-27;44-47 Cornelius has an expectation.
A. V.24 Cornelius waited for them.
B. V.27 Many that were come together.
C. The Holy Ghost fell on them.
Sometimes our expectation doesn't manifest immediately.
4. John 2:1-10 They have no wine.
A. V. 3-4 Jesus doesn't acknowledge his mother's request.
Joh 2:4 "Dear woman, that's not our problem," Jesus replied. "My time has not yet come." NLT
B. V5. Whatever he saith to you do it. Expectation!
She expected Jesus to do something about their delemia.
Just because you haven't seen the manifestation yet doesn't mean it won't happen.
Delay is not Denial!
5. Heb 10:35-39 Patience...
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Without expectation there will be no manifestation.
Wisdom
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1. James 1:5-8 Ask God for wisdom.
A. God gives to all men liberally.
All men- 2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Anyone who is teaching that only a certain group or sect is going to heaven is teaching false doctrine.
All those that receive Jesus as their Savior are going to heaven- To believe that someone was not eligible would make God a respecter of persons.
A. Act 10:34-35 Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: (35) But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him.
It also takes away freewill.
A. Rev 22:17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
Understanding this is part of the reason James tells us to ask for wisdom.
Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
2. Proverbs 9:10-11 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom.
A. Wisdom lengthens your life.
3. Proverbs 4:5-12 Get Wisdom.
A. Wisdom will bring honor and keep you on the right track.
4. Proverbs 8:11-21 Wisdom is better than rubies or gold.
5. Proverbs 3:7-26 Be not wise in thine own eyes.
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1. James 1:5-8 Ask God for wisdom.
A. God gives to all men liberally.
All men- 2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Anyone who is teaching that only a certain group or sect is going to heaven is teaching false doctrine.
All those that receive Jesus as their Savior are going to heaven- To believe that someone was not eligible would make God a respecter of persons.
A. Act 10:34-35 Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: (35) But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him.
It also takes away freewill.
A. Rev 22:17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
Understanding this is part of the reason James tells us to ask for wisdom.
Psa 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
2. Proverbs 9:10-11 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom.
A. Wisdom lengthens your life.
3. Proverbs 4:5-12 Get Wisdom.
A. Wisdom will bring honor and keep you on the right track.
4. Proverbs 8:11-21 Wisdom is better than rubies or gold.
5. Proverbs 3:7-26 Be not wise in thine own eyes.
The Greatest Force
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1. Eph 2:1-7 God raised us up to heavenly places.
A. We all were sinners.
B. We are seated with Jesus.
Eph 2:6-7 And He raised us up together with Him and made us sit down together [giving us joint seating with Him] in the heavenly sphere [by virtue of our being] in Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One). (7) He did this that He might clearly demonstrate through the ages to come the immeasurable (limitless, surpassing) riches of His free grace (His unmerited favor) in [His] kindness and goodness of heart toward us in Christ Jesus.AMP
Joint seating with Jesus- Where?
Eph 1:17-23 [For I always pray to] the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, that He may grant you a spirit of wisdom and revelation [of insight into mysteries and secrets] in the [deep and intimate] knowledge of Him, (18) By having the eyes of your heart flooded with light, so that you can know and understand the hope to which He has called you, and how rich is His glorious inheritance in the saints (His set-apart ones), (19) And [so that you can know and understand] what is the immeasurable and unlimited and surpassing greatness of His power in and for us who believe, as demonstrated in the working of His mighty strength, (20) Which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His [own] right hand in the heavenly [places], (21) Far above all rule and authority and power and dominion and every name that is named [above every title that can be conferred], not only in this age and in this world, but also in the age and the world which are to come. (22) And He has put all things under His feet and has appointed Him the universal and supreme Head of the church [a headship exercised throughout the church], [Ps. 8:6.] (23) Which is His body, the fullness of Him Who fills all in all [for in that body lives the full measure of Him Who makes everything complete, and Who fills everything everywhere with Himself].AMP
God seated the church (the body of Christ) with the Head so that we could exercise kingdom authority on earth.
Why is it so important to understand that?
2. Eph 6:12 We wrestle not against flesh and blood.
A. Eph 6:12 For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms, against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere. AMP
Despotism- Absolute power; authority unlimited and uncontrolled by men, constitution or laws, and depending alone on the will of the prince;
A. Eph 2:2 the prince of the power of the air.
If we don't understand that we are not operating from the abilities of the natural man, the enemy will have his way with us.
A. 2Ti 2:24-26 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, (25) In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; (26) And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.
3. 2Corinth 10:3-4 Our weapons are not carnal.
A.2Co 10:4 For the weapons of our warfare are not physical [weapons of flesh and blood], but they are mighty before God for the overthrow and destruction of strongholds, AMP
Jesus paid a high price to equip us with the power overcome and defeat any obstacle that we face. It's our fault if we don't use it.
A. Illustrate 4 wheel drive.
We must be conscience of the power that has been given to us and "Engage it".
God has invested too much in us for us to set around and make excuses.
A. John 5:7 I have no man to help.
B. Matt 17:19-20 Why couldn't we cast him out? Because of your unbelief.
We don't have a power problem, we have a belief problem.
Instead of being taught what we could do in Christ, we have been told we can't do it because we are only human.
I choose to believe the Word!
Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Here's what needs to be done-
Those of you that are not in Christ- It's time for you to let go of the world and make Jesus your Lord.
Those of you that are in Christ- It's time for you to let go of the world and start being what God says you are.
4. Heb 12:1-2 For the joy that was set before him.
A. Heb 12:1-2 THEREFORE THEN, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who have borne testimony to the Truth], let us strip off and throw aside every encumbrance (unnecessary weight) and that sin which so readily (deftly and cleverly) clings to and entangles us, and let us run with patient endurance and steady and active persistence the appointed course of the race that is set before us, (2) Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus, Who is the Leader and the Source of our faith [giving the first incentive for our belief] and is also its Finisher [bringing it to maturity and perfection]. He, for the joy [of obtaining the prize] that was set before Him, endured the cross, despising and ignoring the shame, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God. [Ps. 110:1.]
Let's start operating in our Kingdom Authority by pulling down the strongholds that have been against us.
It's time to remind he enemy that we are the Body of Christ- The greatest force upon the face of this earth.
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1. Eph 2:1-7 God raised us up to heavenly places.
A. We all were sinners.
B. We are seated with Jesus.
Eph 2:6-7 And He raised us up together with Him and made us sit down together [giving us joint seating with Him] in the heavenly sphere [by virtue of our being] in Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One). (7) He did this that He might clearly demonstrate through the ages to come the immeasurable (limitless, surpassing) riches of His free grace (His unmerited favor) in [His] kindness and goodness of heart toward us in Christ Jesus.AMP
Joint seating with Jesus- Where?
Eph 1:17-23 [For I always pray to] the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, that He may grant you a spirit of wisdom and revelation [of insight into mysteries and secrets] in the [deep and intimate] knowledge of Him, (18) By having the eyes of your heart flooded with light, so that you can know and understand the hope to which He has called you, and how rich is His glorious inheritance in the saints (His set-apart ones), (19) And [so that you can know and understand] what is the immeasurable and unlimited and surpassing greatness of His power in and for us who believe, as demonstrated in the working of His mighty strength, (20) Which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His [own] right hand in the heavenly [places], (21) Far above all rule and authority and power and dominion and every name that is named [above every title that can be conferred], not only in this age and in this world, but also in the age and the world which are to come. (22) And He has put all things under His feet and has appointed Him the universal and supreme Head of the church [a headship exercised throughout the church], [Ps. 8:6.] (23) Which is His body, the fullness of Him Who fills all in all [for in that body lives the full measure of Him Who makes everything complete, and Who fills everything everywhere with Himself].AMP
God seated the church (the body of Christ) with the Head so that we could exercise kingdom authority on earth.
Why is it so important to understand that?
2. Eph 6:12 We wrestle not against flesh and blood.
A. Eph 6:12 For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms, against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere. AMP
Despotism- Absolute power; authority unlimited and uncontrolled by men, constitution or laws, and depending alone on the will of the prince;
A. Eph 2:2 the prince of the power of the air.
If we don't understand that we are not operating from the abilities of the natural man, the enemy will have his way with us.
A. 2Ti 2:24-26 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, (25) In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; (26) And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.
3. 2Corinth 10:3-4 Our weapons are not carnal.
A.2Co 10:4 For the weapons of our warfare are not physical [weapons of flesh and blood], but they are mighty before God for the overthrow and destruction of strongholds, AMP
Jesus paid a high price to equip us with the power overcome and defeat any obstacle that we face. It's our fault if we don't use it.
A. Illustrate 4 wheel drive.
We must be conscience of the power that has been given to us and "Engage it".
God has invested too much in us for us to set around and make excuses.
A. John 5:7 I have no man to help.
B. Matt 17:19-20 Why couldn't we cast him out? Because of your unbelief.
We don't have a power problem, we have a belief problem.
Instead of being taught what we could do in Christ, we have been told we can't do it because we are only human.
I choose to believe the Word!
Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Here's what needs to be done-
Those of you that are not in Christ- It's time for you to let go of the world and make Jesus your Lord.
Those of you that are in Christ- It's time for you to let go of the world and start being what God says you are.
4. Heb 12:1-2 For the joy that was set before him.
A. Heb 12:1-2 THEREFORE THEN, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who have borne testimony to the Truth], let us strip off and throw aside every encumbrance (unnecessary weight) and that sin which so readily (deftly and cleverly) clings to and entangles us, and let us run with patient endurance and steady and active persistence the appointed course of the race that is set before us, (2) Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus, Who is the Leader and the Source of our faith [giving the first incentive for our belief] and is also its Finisher [bringing it to maturity and perfection]. He, for the joy [of obtaining the prize] that was set before Him, endured the cross, despising and ignoring the shame, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God. [Ps. 110:1.]
Let's start operating in our Kingdom Authority by pulling down the strongholds that have been against us.
It's time to remind he enemy that we are the Body of Christ- The greatest force upon the face of this earth.
Bear Fruit
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1. Proverbs 4:23 Keep your heart.
A.Pro 4:23 Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all that you guard, for out of it flow the springs of life. AMP
B. Pro 4:23 Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts. MSG
C. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
2. Gen 1:27-29 God gave herbs and trees that would bear fruit containing seed.
A. Natural nourishment.
B. We must nurture the seed and take care of the tree if we want the fruit to continue.
3. Gal 5:22-23 The fruit of the Spirit.
A. The Spirit is the seed of God placed inside us to bear fruit.
We must guard the seed so that the fruit will continually be produced.
4. Mark 4:1-20 The Word is sown in the heart.
A. What we do with the seed will determine its successfullness in our lives.
B. Joshua 1:8 Meditate day and night.
You and I are a product of the seed placed in this earth by God over 2000 years ago when he sent his Son into the earth to redeem us back to himself.
5. Isaiah 61:1-7 Trees of Righteousness.
6. John 15:1-8 Our fruit glorifies God.
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1. Proverbs 4:23 Keep your heart.
A.Pro 4:23 Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all that you guard, for out of it flow the springs of life. AMP
B. Pro 4:23 Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts. MSG
C. Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
2. Gen 1:27-29 God gave herbs and trees that would bear fruit containing seed.
A. Natural nourishment.
B. We must nurture the seed and take care of the tree if we want the fruit to continue.
3. Gal 5:22-23 The fruit of the Spirit.
A. The Spirit is the seed of God placed inside us to bear fruit.
We must guard the seed so that the fruit will continually be produced.
4. Mark 4:1-20 The Word is sown in the heart.
A. What we do with the seed will determine its successfullness in our lives.
B. Joshua 1:8 Meditate day and night.
You and I are a product of the seed placed in this earth by God over 2000 years ago when he sent his Son into the earth to redeem us back to himself.
5. Isaiah 61:1-7 Trees of Righteousness.
6. John 15:1-8 Our fruit glorifies God.
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1. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward.
A. Forgetting those things which are behind.
Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
Joh 6:66-69 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. (67) Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? (68) Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. (69) And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
The thing that will keep you from looking back is being sure of who you are moving forward with.
Forgetting those things which are behind means I'm ready to begin a new chapter.
a. It doesn't mean it was bad- It means I'm ready to move into the better.
b. I'm will to change what needs to be changed inorder to walk in the better.
c. It was hard for the Israelites to let go of the Old to move into the New.
Moving forward takes preparation- That's why God sent Jesus (the Word) into the world.
We are in a place where God is moving us. We need the Word to prepare us.
A. Rom 12:1-2 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. (2) And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
B. The Word will help us to move past our traditions and taught religion.
2. Exodus 12:1-13 The Passover.
A. It's a new chapter for them.
B. Eat it with your loins girded, shoes on, staff in hand.
When God says move, he wants us ready to move.
3. Josh 3:1-5 Keep your eyes on God.
A. Ye have not passed this way heretofore.
We have to decide whether we are going to move forward with God or we are going to go back to where we were.
I have decided as for me and my house we will move forward with the Lord.
It's time for the manifest presence of God to show up with signs, wonders, and miracles.
1. Phil 3:13-14 Press toward.
A. Forgetting those things which are behind.
Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
Joh 6:66-69 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. (67) Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? (68) Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. (69) And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
The thing that will keep you from looking back is being sure of who you are moving forward with.
Forgetting those things which are behind means I'm ready to begin a new chapter.
a. It doesn't mean it was bad- It means I'm ready to move into the better.
b. I'm will to change what needs to be changed inorder to walk in the better.
c. It was hard for the Israelites to let go of the Old to move into the New.
Moving forward takes preparation- That's why God sent Jesus (the Word) into the world.
We are in a place where God is moving us. We need the Word to prepare us.
A. Rom 12:1-2 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. (2) And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
B. The Word will help us to move past our traditions and taught religion.
2. Exodus 12:1-13 The Passover.
A. It's a new chapter for them.
B. Eat it with your loins girded, shoes on, staff in hand.
When God says move, he wants us ready to move.
3. Josh 3:1-5 Keep your eyes on God.
A. Ye have not passed this way heretofore.
We have to decide whether we are going to move forward with God or we are going to go back to where we were.
I have decided as for me and my house we will move forward with the Lord.
It's time for the manifest presence of God to show up with signs, wonders, and miracles.
Offenses
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1. Acts 15:36-41 Contention between Paul and Barnabus.
A. Mark had left them and returned to Jerusalem when he was with them before.
B. The disagreement caused them to part ways.
C. Paul was commended by the brethren- Barnabus wasn't heard from again.
2Ti 4:11 Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.
There will always be differences of opinion in this life- How we handle those differences will determine whether we are commended or deminished.
The worst thing we can do is to allow ourselves to get offended if we disagree or things don't go our way.
Pro 18:19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
Pro 18:19 An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. NLT
In part of his answer to the question what shall be the sign of thy coming and of the end of the world, Jesus said in Matthew 24:10 And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.
A. Never in my lifetime have I seen so many people offended over such trivial things.
It is the spirit of Anti-Christ working-
A. Anti- love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance.
When we allow ourselves to get offended, we are allowing the wrong spirit to operate in us.
2. Luke 9:51-55 The wrong spirit.
A. They would have destroyed Jesus' ministry along with the men's lives.
Yeah but Pastor Mike you don't know what they said/did to me.
3. Matt 18:21-22 Seventy times seven.
A. When you refuse to forgive an offense, you are targeting yourself for trouble.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. (26) But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
It's not fair! They should have to pay for what they did.
A. Do you feel the same way about what our sin did to Jesus?
4. Matt 18:1-7 Offenses will come.
A. God will take care of offenders.
Be careful about wanting to see judgement on offenders.
Jas 3:2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.
We all are offenders at some time or another-
A. Sometimes people do it on purpose.
B. Sometimes its done unknowingly.
5. Matt 13:54-58 Even Jesus was an offender.
A. Mat 15:12 Then came his disciples, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after they heard this saying?
How about we put away the play dough and crayons and be Adults?
We are Sons and Daughters of God- We are Family-
No one is denying that you were hurt, but are you going to allow that hurt to drag you down for the rest of your life or are you going to cut off its hold on you.
The only thing standing between you and freedom is you.
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1. Acts 15:36-41 Contention between Paul and Barnabus.
A. Mark had left them and returned to Jerusalem when he was with them before.
B. The disagreement caused them to part ways.
C. Paul was commended by the brethren- Barnabus wasn't heard from again.
2Ti 4:11 Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.
There will always be differences of opinion in this life- How we handle those differences will determine whether we are commended or deminished.
The worst thing we can do is to allow ourselves to get offended if we disagree or things don't go our way.
Pro 18:19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
Pro 18:19 An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. NLT
In part of his answer to the question what shall be the sign of thy coming and of the end of the world, Jesus said in Matthew 24:10 And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.
A. Never in my lifetime have I seen so many people offended over such trivial things.
It is the spirit of Anti-Christ working-
A. Anti- love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance.
When we allow ourselves to get offended, we are allowing the wrong spirit to operate in us.
2. Luke 9:51-55 The wrong spirit.
A. They would have destroyed Jesus' ministry along with the men's lives.
Yeah but Pastor Mike you don't know what they said/did to me.
3. Matt 18:21-22 Seventy times seven.
A. When you refuse to forgive an offense, you are targeting yourself for trouble.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. (26) But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
It's not fair! They should have to pay for what they did.
A. Do you feel the same way about what our sin did to Jesus?
4. Matt 18:1-7 Offenses will come.
A. God will take care of offenders.
Be careful about wanting to see judgement on offenders.
Jas 3:2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.
We all are offenders at some time or another-
A. Sometimes people do it on purpose.
B. Sometimes its done unknowingly.
5. Matt 13:54-58 Even Jesus was an offender.
A. Mat 15:12 Then came his disciples, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after they heard this saying?
How about we put away the play dough and crayons and be Adults?
We are Sons and Daughters of God- We are Family-
No one is denying that you were hurt, but are you going to allow that hurt to drag you down for the rest of your life or are you going to cut off its hold on you.
The only thing standing between you and freedom is you.
Representation
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1. 2Corinth 5:17-21 We are Ambassadors for Christ.
A. We are new creatures.
B. We have a new assignment.
Ambassador- Act as a representative.
A. Webster: Embassador- A minister of the highest rank employed by one prince or state, at the court of another, to manage the public concerns of his own prince or state, and representing the power and dignity of his sovereign. Embassadors are ordinary, when they reside permanently at a foreign court; or extraordinary, when they are sent on a special occasion.
Ordinary or Extraordinary?
Mat 28:18-20 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: (20) Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
2. John 14:12-14 Greater works.
A. The Holy Ghost came when Jesus went to the Father.
3. John 15 :16 He chose us.
I choose to be Extraordinary!
While ordinary is sitting around talking about how it's not for today and how it can't be done I'm gonna be practicing the Larry the Cable Guy's motto: Get Er Done.
Don't try to tell me that you can't be endued with power from on high and speak in other tongues- I already have.
Don't try to tell me that Healing is not for today- I've already seen and experienced it.
Don't try to tell me that Prosperity is not for today- Not only have I experienced it, but I've watched people who have trusted God with their finances be extremely blessed.
When you choose to be extraordinary it will draw criticism from the ordinary.
A. They have never seen or been taught about the "extra" in the covenant.
If I'm going to be an Ambassador or Representative for Christ, I'm going to represent Him the way he is to the best of my ability.
Power of God- Not for today?
Act 2:17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams:
Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Healing- God might or he might not- If its his will.
Mat 8:2-3 And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. (3) And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Prosperity- God doesn't promise prosperity.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
Job 36:11 If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures.
Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
A kingdom will only be seen as strong as the person who represents it!
Does the enemy see your kingdom as force to be reckoned with or a kingdom ripe for the taking?
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1. 2Corinth 5:17-21 We are Ambassadors for Christ.
A. We are new creatures.
B. We have a new assignment.
Ambassador- Act as a representative.
A. Webster: Embassador- A minister of the highest rank employed by one prince or state, at the court of another, to manage the public concerns of his own prince or state, and representing the power and dignity of his sovereign. Embassadors are ordinary, when they reside permanently at a foreign court; or extraordinary, when they are sent on a special occasion.
Ordinary or Extraordinary?
Mat 28:18-20 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (19) Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: (20) Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
2. John 14:12-14 Greater works.
A. The Holy Ghost came when Jesus went to the Father.
3. John 15 :16 He chose us.
I choose to be Extraordinary!
While ordinary is sitting around talking about how it's not for today and how it can't be done I'm gonna be practicing the Larry the Cable Guy's motto: Get Er Done.
Don't try to tell me that you can't be endued with power from on high and speak in other tongues- I already have.
Don't try to tell me that Healing is not for today- I've already seen and experienced it.
Don't try to tell me that Prosperity is not for today- Not only have I experienced it, but I've watched people who have trusted God with their finances be extremely blessed.
When you choose to be extraordinary it will draw criticism from the ordinary.
A. They have never seen or been taught about the "extra" in the covenant.
If I'm going to be an Ambassador or Representative for Christ, I'm going to represent Him the way he is to the best of my ability.
Power of God- Not for today?
Act 2:17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams:
Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Healing- God might or he might not- If its his will.
Mat 8:2-3 And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. (3) And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Prosperity- God doesn't promise prosperity.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Deu 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
Job 36:11 If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures.
Psa 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
A kingdom will only be seen as strong as the person who represents it!
Does the enemy see your kingdom as force to be reckoned with or a kingdom ripe for the taking?
God's Love
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1. John 3:16 God so loved the world.
A. World- Orderly arrangements including it inhabitants.
You and I and every person on this earth is loved by God.
A. Whether you love God or not does not change his love for you.
B. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
God chose to love us before we ever knew about him.
A. Why would he do that?
B. 1John 4 verses 8 and 16 tell us that God is love.
2. Romans 8:35-39 Nothing can separate us from God's love.
A. Nothing you are doing, have done, or ever will do will separate you from his love.
B. God will love you all the way to hell if that is where you choose to go.
You are loved by God!
However: You are not saved by God's love- It is God's love us that caused him to send a way for us to be saved through his Son Jesus Christ.
We are celebrating Resurrection Day because it was the resurrection that ratified the New Covenant between God and Jesus (Abraham's seed) in which we are also a part of.
1Co 15:19-22 If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. (20) But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. (21) For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. (22) For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.
When Adam disobeyed God in the garden it brought spiritual death to all mankind. Spiritual death is eternal separation from God.
Because of his love for mankind, God could not allow man to be separated from Him, therefore he sent his Son to bring us back into right standing with Him.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
1Pe 1:18-21 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; (19) But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: (20) Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you, (21) Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.
Simply put: Man's fall in the garden sentenced mankind to eternal damnation in hell. The only way to escape that sentence is to accept God's terms of surrender.
3. Romans 10:8-13 God's terms.
A. It doesn't say you have to be good enough or worthy.
B. It doesn't say anything about your past.
Remember God loves you- He's not holding anything back from you- He's been patiently waiting for you to come to Him.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
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1. John 3:16 God so loved the world.
A. World- Orderly arrangements including it inhabitants.
You and I and every person on this earth is loved by God.
A. Whether you love God or not does not change his love for you.
B. Rom 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
God chose to love us before we ever knew about him.
A. Why would he do that?
B. 1John 4 verses 8 and 16 tell us that God is love.
2. Romans 8:35-39 Nothing can separate us from God's love.
A. Nothing you are doing, have done, or ever will do will separate you from his love.
B. God will love you all the way to hell if that is where you choose to go.
You are loved by God!
However: You are not saved by God's love- It is God's love us that caused him to send a way for us to be saved through his Son Jesus Christ.
We are celebrating Resurrection Day because it was the resurrection that ratified the New Covenant between God and Jesus (Abraham's seed) in which we are also a part of.
1Co 15:19-22 If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. (20) But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. (21) For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. (22) For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.
When Adam disobeyed God in the garden it brought spiritual death to all mankind. Spiritual death is eternal separation from God.
Because of his love for mankind, God could not allow man to be separated from Him, therefore he sent his Son to bring us back into right standing with Him.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
1Pe 1:18-21 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; (19) But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: (20) Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you, (21) Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.
Simply put: Man's fall in the garden sentenced mankind to eternal damnation in hell. The only way to escape that sentence is to accept God's terms of surrender.
3. Romans 10:8-13 God's terms.
A. It doesn't say you have to be good enough or worthy.
B. It doesn't say anything about your past.
Remember God loves you- He's not holding anything back from you- He's been patiently waiting for you to come to Him.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Triumphant Entry
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1. Matt 21:6-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. They took off their coats and put under him.
B. They spread their garments and palm trees under him.
C. They blessed his name.
Isaiah prophecied what Jesus would later proclaim in Luke 4.
Isa 61:1-3 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; (2) To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn; (3) To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.
2. Luke 23:13-24 The same people that praised him into the city, crucified him.
A. How could they do that?
B. They had seen the great things he had done.
They were people just like you and I.
A. They thought that Jesus would restore the Jewish kingdom and take all their troubles away.
B. When the "Religious Leadership" didn't get behind Jesus, they shied away.
C. Some of them couldn't handle the truths that Jesus was giving them.
D. Others loved the world so much they weren't willing to give it up for him.
It is easy for us to look at them and judge them for what they did.
What about us? Don't we do the same thing they did, just in a different way?
A. We use our mouth to praise him and declare him Lord.
B. When things don't go our way and difficulty comes, we want to tap out.
C. When "Religious Folk" don't agree with what you believe, you shy away?
D. When truth is preached that no one else is preaching, can you handle it?
E. Do you resist when the world comes calling?
If you are in Christ then you must identify and stand with him.
Mar 8:38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
Christians cannot be part of the cancel culture-
A. Sin is still sin.
1Jn 1:5-10 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. (6) If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: (7) But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. (8) If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. (9) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (10) If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
B. The Cross is still necessary.
1Co 1:18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.
C. We still need the Blood of Jesus.
1Jn 1:7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
Heb 10:19 Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,
Let's celebrate his triumphant entry into Jerusalem by opening our hearts and inviting him to come live in us.
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1. Matt 21:6-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem.
A. They took off their coats and put under him.
B. They spread their garments and palm trees under him.
C. They blessed his name.
Isaiah prophecied what Jesus would later proclaim in Luke 4.
Isa 61:1-3 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; (2) To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn; (3) To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.
2. Luke 23:13-24 The same people that praised him into the city, crucified him.
A. How could they do that?
B. They had seen the great things he had done.
They were people just like you and I.
A. They thought that Jesus would restore the Jewish kingdom and take all their troubles away.
B. When the "Religious Leadership" didn't get behind Jesus, they shied away.
C. Some of them couldn't handle the truths that Jesus was giving them.
D. Others loved the world so much they weren't willing to give it up for him.
It is easy for us to look at them and judge them for what they did.
What about us? Don't we do the same thing they did, just in a different way?
A. We use our mouth to praise him and declare him Lord.
B. When things don't go our way and difficulty comes, we want to tap out.
C. When "Religious Folk" don't agree with what you believe, you shy away?
D. When truth is preached that no one else is preaching, can you handle it?
E. Do you resist when the world comes calling?
If you are in Christ then you must identify and stand with him.
Mar 8:38 Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
Christians cannot be part of the cancel culture-
A. Sin is still sin.
1Jn 1:5-10 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. (6) If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: (7) But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. (8) If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. (9) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (10) If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
B. The Cross is still necessary.
1Co 1:18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.
C. We still need the Blood of Jesus.
1Jn 1:7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
Heb 10:19 Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,
Let's celebrate his triumphant entry into Jerusalem by opening our hearts and inviting him to come live in us.
Traditions
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1. Mark 7:1-13 The Word trumps tradition.
A. Tradition becomes accepted as the Word if left unchecked.
B. Once tradition is embedded it is hard to root out.
Pro 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Tradition is established when the hearer doesn't do due diligence to confirm from the Word what they hear.
A. Most of what people know about serving God is what they have heard from the pulpit.
2. John 4:20-24 The Samaritan woman at the well.
A. Both the Samaritians and Jews had traditions.
B. Jesus broke the rules of worship traditions.
Believing tradition instead of the Word can cause you to miss out on many of the things God says you can have.
How does that happen?
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Jas 1:6-9 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. (9) Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:
We can't have faith for something if we have been taught and believe that it is not for us.
Let's take healing for example. Many do not believe that healing is for today.
Jas 5:14-15 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: (15) And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
If healing is not for today then why would James tell us to pray over them and anoint them with oil?
Why would Jesus tell believers to lay hands of the sick and they shall recover?
If I didn't believe in healing, I wouldn't pray or ask for prayer about it.
*Well I believe the Lord will heal people if it's his will.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
How about we just go with the Word and leave out man's opinions.
Exodus 15:26 I am the Lord that healeth thee.
Psa 103:2-3 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
Psa 30:2 O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me.
Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. (21) Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. (22) For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Mal 4:2 But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.
Mat 4:23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.
Luk 9:6 And they departed, and went through the towns, preaching the gospel, and healing every where.
Mat 8:16 When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Mar 9:23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
God wants you healed- All we have to do is believe.
Break off the traditions that hold you back.
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1. Mark 7:1-13 The Word trumps tradition.
A. Tradition becomes accepted as the Word if left unchecked.
B. Once tradition is embedded it is hard to root out.
Pro 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Tradition is established when the hearer doesn't do due diligence to confirm from the Word what they hear.
A. Most of what people know about serving God is what they have heard from the pulpit.
2. John 4:20-24 The Samaritan woman at the well.
A. Both the Samaritians and Jews had traditions.
B. Jesus broke the rules of worship traditions.
Believing tradition instead of the Word can cause you to miss out on many of the things God says you can have.
How does that happen?
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Jas 1:6-9 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. (9) Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:
We can't have faith for something if we have been taught and believe that it is not for us.
Let's take healing for example. Many do not believe that healing is for today.
Jas 5:14-15 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: (15) And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
If healing is not for today then why would James tell us to pray over them and anoint them with oil?
Why would Jesus tell believers to lay hands of the sick and they shall recover?
If I didn't believe in healing, I wouldn't pray or ask for prayer about it.
*Well I believe the Lord will heal people if it's his will.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
How about we just go with the Word and leave out man's opinions.
Exodus 15:26 I am the Lord that healeth thee.
Psa 103:2-3 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (3) Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
Psa 30:2 O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me.
Psa 107:20 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. (21) Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. (22) For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Mal 4:2 But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.
Mat 4:23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.
Luk 9:6 And they departed, and went through the towns, preaching the gospel, and healing every where.
Mat 8:16 When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Mar 9:23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
God wants you healed- All we have to do is believe.
Break off the traditions that hold you back.
Jesus' Purpose
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1. 1John 3:7-8 For this purpose.
What are the works of the devil?
2. John 10:10 To steal, kill, and destroy.
Jesus came that we might have life- More abundantly.
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. More and better life than they ever dreamed of.MSG
C. Have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Jesus came to fulfil God's plan to give back to man what he lost in the garden.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
B. Peace- shalom shalom- From H7999; safe, that is, (figuratively) well, happy, friendly; also (abstractly) welfare, that is, health, prosperity, peace: - X do, familiar, X fare, favour, + friend, X greet, (good) health, (X perfect, such as be at) peace (-able, -ably), prosper (-ity, -ous), rest, safe (-ly), salute, welfare, (X all is, be) well, X wholly.
God's plan for believers is for us to be Happy, friendly, have peace, prosperity, favour, good health and be wholly well.
A. Mal 4:2 But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.
B. There are two kinds of stalled calves- Veal: Starved or Fatted: Well fed.
3. Isaiah 53:4-5 Isaiah prophesied what Jesus would do for us.
4. Matt 8:16-17 Matthew referenced Isaiah.
A. Jesus cast out devils- Not every ailment is a disease.
B. He healed all that were sick- All
The works we see Jesus doing is Preaching, Teaching, and Healing.
A. Preaching- Repentance from sin
B. Teaching- How to have faith in God to get what you need.
C. Healing- It's not abundant, overflowing life if you're not well to enjoy it.
5. Acts 10:38 Jesus went about doing good and healing all.
A. God was with him.
B. He healed them all.
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1. 1John 3:7-8 For this purpose.
What are the works of the devil?
2. John 10:10 To steal, kill, and destroy.
Jesus came that we might have life- More abundantly.
A. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. NLT
B. More and better life than they ever dreamed of.MSG
C. Have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
Jesus came to fulfil God's plan to give back to man what he lost in the garden.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
B. Peace- shalom shalom- From H7999; safe, that is, (figuratively) well, happy, friendly; also (abstractly) welfare, that is, health, prosperity, peace: - X do, familiar, X fare, favour, + friend, X greet, (good) health, (X perfect, such as be at) peace (-able, -ably), prosper (-ity, -ous), rest, safe (-ly), salute, welfare, (X all is, be) well, X wholly.
God's plan for believers is for us to be Happy, friendly, have peace, prosperity, favour, good health and be wholly well.
A. Mal 4:2 But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.
B. There are two kinds of stalled calves- Veal: Starved or Fatted: Well fed.
3. Isaiah 53:4-5 Isaiah prophesied what Jesus would do for us.
4. Matt 8:16-17 Matthew referenced Isaiah.
A. Jesus cast out devils- Not every ailment is a disease.
B. He healed all that were sick- All
The works we see Jesus doing is Preaching, Teaching, and Healing.
A. Preaching- Repentance from sin
B. Teaching- How to have faith in God to get what you need.
C. Healing- It's not abundant, overflowing life if you're not well to enjoy it.
5. Acts 10:38 Jesus went about doing good and healing all.
A. God was with him.
B. He healed them all.
Empowered
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1. Dan 11:32 The people that do know their God.
A. Exploits- 1. A deed or act; more especially, a heroic act; a deed of renown; a great or noble achievement;
2. Mark 16:17-20 These signs shall follow.
The Church has surrendered its power and authority in an effort to conform to the world.
A. The Church has played nice- We don't want to make any enemies.
Psa 23:5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
David was the one that said who is this uncircumcised Philistine-
A. The Israelites were shaking in their boots.
David knew where his strength came from.
Psa 18:29-30 For by thee I have run through a troop; and by my God have I leaped over a wall. (30) As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.
Psa 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?
3. Dan 3:16-18 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow.
A. The word of an ungodly king does not cancel out the Word of the Lord.
We have been empowered to be the light in the middle of dark times.
A. We don't fear what's happening with the world- We are not part of the world.
4. Psalm 91:1-10 We are in God and our habitation is with Him.
A. Psa 91:7-8 Even though others succumb all around, drop like flies right and left, no harm will even graze you. (8) You'll stand untouched, watch it all from a distance, watch the wicked turn into corpses.MSG
Psalm 91 is not talking about people that just come to God for a visit- It is talking about those that have moved in and have set up house keeping.
A. You never really get to know someone until you live with them.
5. Luke 10:19 The Power of God is in us.
A. God gave us power for a reason.
B. Our failure to use the power can result in an epic fail.
6. Colos 3:1-4 Set your affection on things above.
A. Affection- to exercise your mind, to be mentally disposed in a certain direction.
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1. Dan 11:32 The people that do know their God.
A. Exploits- 1. A deed or act; more especially, a heroic act; a deed of renown; a great or noble achievement;
2. Mark 16:17-20 These signs shall follow.
The Church has surrendered its power and authority in an effort to conform to the world.
A. The Church has played nice- We don't want to make any enemies.
Psa 23:5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
David was the one that said who is this uncircumcised Philistine-
A. The Israelites were shaking in their boots.
David knew where his strength came from.
Psa 18:29-30 For by thee I have run through a troop; and by my God have I leaped over a wall. (30) As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.
Psa 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?
3. Dan 3:16-18 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow.
A. The word of an ungodly king does not cancel out the Word of the Lord.
We have been empowered to be the light in the middle of dark times.
A. We don't fear what's happening with the world- We are not part of the world.
4. Psalm 91:1-10 We are in God and our habitation is with Him.
A. Psa 91:7-8 Even though others succumb all around, drop like flies right and left, no harm will even graze you. (8) You'll stand untouched, watch it all from a distance, watch the wicked turn into corpses.MSG
Psalm 91 is not talking about people that just come to God for a visit- It is talking about those that have moved in and have set up house keeping.
A. You never really get to know someone until you live with them.
5. Luke 10:19 The Power of God is in us.
A. God gave us power for a reason.
B. Our failure to use the power can result in an epic fail.
6. Colos 3:1-4 Set your affection on things above.
A. Affection- to exercise your mind, to be mentally disposed in a certain direction.
Stir Yourself
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1. Proverbs 15:13-15 Conditions of the heart.
A. A sorrowful heart breaks your spirit.
B. Causes you to feed on foolishness- Effects your though life.
C. Causes you to be afflicted.
A merry heart- Makes a cheerful countenance.
A. Gives understanding and causes you to seek knowledge.
B. Has a continual feast.
Don't allow what you see in the world to bring you down and cause you to lose hope.
2. Proverbs 13:11-13 Keep doing what is right.
A. God is the source of our increase.
B. Don't allow your hope to be deferred.
C. You will be rewarded for sticking with the Word.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Don't be weary in well doing.
It is a spiritual law that you will reap what you are sowing.
A. Fear; Sadness; Bad attitude; Unkindness and Hate- All fleshly.
B. Courage; Joy; Positive attitude; Kindness and Love- Spiritual.
You have to work at staying above what's happening in the natural.
4. 1Corinth 9:23-27 I keep under my body.
A. 1Co 9:26-27 I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. I'm giving it everything I've got. No sloppy living for me! (27) I'm staying alert and in top condition. I'm not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.NLT
You have to motivate yourself to move toward God so you won't die spiritually.
5. 2Kings 7:3-8 When death is knocking you have to move.
A. By stirring themselves to move the lepers saved the kingdom.
6. 2Tim 1:5-7 Paul encouraged Timothy to stir up the gift of God.
This is not a time to be sad, depressed, or afraid- It Time to Stir Yourself.
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1. Proverbs 15:13-15 Conditions of the heart.
A. A sorrowful heart breaks your spirit.
B. Causes you to feed on foolishness- Effects your though life.
C. Causes you to be afflicted.
A merry heart- Makes a cheerful countenance.
A. Gives understanding and causes you to seek knowledge.
B. Has a continual feast.
Don't allow what you see in the world to bring you down and cause you to lose hope.
2. Proverbs 13:11-13 Keep doing what is right.
A. God is the source of our increase.
B. Don't allow your hope to be deferred.
C. You will be rewarded for sticking with the Word.
3. Gal 6:7-9 Don't be weary in well doing.
It is a spiritual law that you will reap what you are sowing.
A. Fear; Sadness; Bad attitude; Unkindness and Hate- All fleshly.
B. Courage; Joy; Positive attitude; Kindness and Love- Spiritual.
You have to work at staying above what's happening in the natural.
4. 1Corinth 9:23-27 I keep under my body.
A. 1Co 9:26-27 I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. I'm giving it everything I've got. No sloppy living for me! (27) I'm staying alert and in top condition. I'm not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.NLT
You have to motivate yourself to move toward God so you won't die spiritually.
5. 2Kings 7:3-8 When death is knocking you have to move.
A. By stirring themselves to move the lepers saved the kingdom.
6. 2Tim 1:5-7 Paul encouraged Timothy to stir up the gift of God.
This is not a time to be sad, depressed, or afraid- It Time to Stir Yourself.
Not Convenient But Necessary
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1. Acts 24:24-25 When I have a convenient season.
A. Felix didn't want to hear anymore about living and doing right.
Have we traded our spiritual and moral convictions for a life of convenience?
Have we deemed it to hard to go to church and worship God especially with all that's going on with covid and everything.
2. 2Corinth 11:19-20; 25-28 Paul talks about his struggles to honor God.
A. 2Co 11:19-20 After all, you think you are so wise, but you enjoy putting up with fools! (20) You put up with it when someone enslaves you, takes everything you have, takes advantage of you, takes control of everything, and slaps you in the face.NLT
B. This is the same Paul that Felix told to wait until it was convenient.
I can't find anywhere in the scriptures where God apologized to Paul because it was hard.
A. The one time Paul did ask for it to be made easier, God said My grace is sufficient for thee.
I'm concerned that the Church is placing more stock in the word of the world than they are the Word of the Lord.
A. We have to believe that God will take care of us.
3. Daniel 1:1-21 Daniel refuses to eat the king's meat.
A. Their countenances appeared fairer and fatter.
B. V. 17 God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom...
C. V.20 He found them 10 times better.
The Church was never called to be conformed to the world!
4. Romans 12:1-2 A living sacrifice.
A. Be not conformed to this world-
B. Our mind must be renewed by the Word of God.
C. Transformation takes place when our mind is renewed- From fear to faith.
It wasn't convenient when Jesus was striped for our healing.
It wasn't convenient when Jesus allowed them to nail him to the cross for our sins.
It wasn't convenient for Jesus to pay our debt in Hell so we could go free.
But- It was necessary.
It may not be convenient for us to have to get out of our house clothes.
It may not be convenient for us to have to get up early and get dressed on Sunday morning.
It may not be convenient for us to lay down our virtual church service and come to a live in-person one.
But- It is necessary.
It is the greatest thing you can do for your Spiritual well-being.
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1. Acts 24:24-25 When I have a convenient season.
A. Felix didn't want to hear anymore about living and doing right.
Have we traded our spiritual and moral convictions for a life of convenience?
Have we deemed it to hard to go to church and worship God especially with all that's going on with covid and everything.
2. 2Corinth 11:19-20; 25-28 Paul talks about his struggles to honor God.
A. 2Co 11:19-20 After all, you think you are so wise, but you enjoy putting up with fools! (20) You put up with it when someone enslaves you, takes everything you have, takes advantage of you, takes control of everything, and slaps you in the face.NLT
B. This is the same Paul that Felix told to wait until it was convenient.
I can't find anywhere in the scriptures where God apologized to Paul because it was hard.
A. The one time Paul did ask for it to be made easier, God said My grace is sufficient for thee.
I'm concerned that the Church is placing more stock in the word of the world than they are the Word of the Lord.
A. We have to believe that God will take care of us.
3. Daniel 1:1-21 Daniel refuses to eat the king's meat.
A. Their countenances appeared fairer and fatter.
B. V. 17 God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom...
C. V.20 He found them 10 times better.
The Church was never called to be conformed to the world!
4. Romans 12:1-2 A living sacrifice.
A. Be not conformed to this world-
B. Our mind must be renewed by the Word of God.
C. Transformation takes place when our mind is renewed- From fear to faith.
It wasn't convenient when Jesus was striped for our healing.
It wasn't convenient when Jesus allowed them to nail him to the cross for our sins.
It wasn't convenient for Jesus to pay our debt in Hell so we could go free.
But- It was necessary.
It may not be convenient for us to have to get out of our house clothes.
It may not be convenient for us to have to get up early and get dressed on Sunday morning.
It may not be convenient for us to lay down our virtual church service and come to a live in-person one.
But- It is necessary.
It is the greatest thing you can do for your Spiritual well-being.
Loose It
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1. John 11:1-45 Jesus raises Lazarus.
A. V. 4-12 This sickness is not unto death.
B. V. 13-14 Lazarus is dead.
C. Was Jesus a false Prophet? I think not.
Jesus was not thinking or talking in terms of the natural.
One of the greatest hinderance to our faith is natural thinking and talking.
A. Natural thinking looks at facts and absolutes. It puts and end to anything that goes beyond that. It needs some kind of closure or finality.
Luk 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible.
V. 15 I am glad for yoursakes that I was not there.
A. When Jesus is present, life is present.
B. He needed them to see that even the impossible was possible with God.
V. V.16-27 Martha comes to Jesus.
A. V. 24 Martha puts her faith in the future.
V. 25-27 Jesus tries to get Martha out of her natural, one of these days thinking.
V. 27 The words of her mouth tell us where her belief was.
V. 28-32 Mary comes with the same natural thinking.
V. V.33-38 Jesus reacts to the unbelief that is displayed.
A. Mat 23:37 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
V. 39 Proof that Martha didn't really believe Jesus could raise Lazarus.
A. Natural thinking- He's been dead four days.
V. 40-42 Jesus did not pray that he could raise Lazarus.
A. He prayed for those standing around in unbelief.
V. 43 Jesus calls life into that which everyone else had called dead.
V. 44 Jesus made them loose him and let him go.
A. Mat 16:19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.
V. 45 Then many believed on him.
What would happen if the body of Christ would start acting like it's Head and start displaying the glory of God?
It doesn't have to be rasing the dead- Just believing that God will do what he said he would do would be a good start.
Mat 17:19-20 Then came the disciples to Jesus apart, and said, Why could not we cast him out? (20) And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
Break out of your natural thinking that says things are dead and over-
When Jesus is present Life is present
Quit mourning and start rejoicing- Loose what you've had bound and enjoy new life in Jesus.
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1. John 11:1-45 Jesus raises Lazarus.
A. V. 4-12 This sickness is not unto death.
B. V. 13-14 Lazarus is dead.
C. Was Jesus a false Prophet? I think not.
Jesus was not thinking or talking in terms of the natural.
One of the greatest hinderance to our faith is natural thinking and talking.
A. Natural thinking looks at facts and absolutes. It puts and end to anything that goes beyond that. It needs some kind of closure or finality.
Luk 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible.
V. 15 I am glad for yoursakes that I was not there.
A. When Jesus is present, life is present.
B. He needed them to see that even the impossible was possible with God.
V. V.16-27 Martha comes to Jesus.
A. V. 24 Martha puts her faith in the future.
V. 25-27 Jesus tries to get Martha out of her natural, one of these days thinking.
V. 27 The words of her mouth tell us where her belief was.
V. 28-32 Mary comes with the same natural thinking.
V. V.33-38 Jesus reacts to the unbelief that is displayed.
A. Mat 23:37 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
V. 39 Proof that Martha didn't really believe Jesus could raise Lazarus.
A. Natural thinking- He's been dead four days.
V. 40-42 Jesus did not pray that he could raise Lazarus.
A. He prayed for those standing around in unbelief.
V. 43 Jesus calls life into that which everyone else had called dead.
V. 44 Jesus made them loose him and let him go.
A. Mat 16:19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.
V. 45 Then many believed on him.
What would happen if the body of Christ would start acting like it's Head and start displaying the glory of God?
It doesn't have to be rasing the dead- Just believing that God will do what he said he would do would be a good start.
Mat 17:19-20 Then came the disciples to Jesus apart, and said, Why could not we cast him out? (20) And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
Break out of your natural thinking that says things are dead and over-
When Jesus is present Life is present
Quit mourning and start rejoicing- Loose what you've had bound and enjoy new life in Jesus.
Shunamite Lessons
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1. 2Kings 4:8-37 Elisha passes through Shunem
A. V.10 She made a place for the man of God.
The man of God being a Prophet represented God to the people.
A. Are we making a place for God in our busy lifestyles.
B. It cost the woman to build and furnish the room. Remoldeling is an inconvenience.
C. There are cost and inconveniences when you make room for God.
V. 13-14 Making a place for the man of God opened her up to receive a promise from the man of God.
A. Not just a promise, but a miracle promise. (Her husband is old)
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
A. Making room for God puts us in a position to receive God's promises.
B. People who fill up their room with the world are putting up a no vacancy sign for Jesus.
God's promises are activated by faith- Faith doesn't come from the world.
V. 20 After she received the promised child, he died.
A. She never let what she saw come out of her mouth.
The devil is not going to stop coming after you just because you received a promise from God.
1Pe 5:8-9 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
The lion is a predator- He looks and listens for weakened or wounded prey.
Instead of whining and complaining you must continue to speak faith.
A. God calls things that be not as though they were.
V. 30 She held on to the source of the promise.
A. She didn't get the promise from Gehazi.
B. Her determination to hold on to her faith allowed her to bring her promise back to life.
Heb 10:23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Keep your promises alive- Your faith is the victory that overcomes the world.
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1. 2Kings 4:8-37 Elisha passes through Shunem
A. V.10 She made a place for the man of God.
The man of God being a Prophet represented God to the people.
A. Are we making a place for God in our busy lifestyles.
B. It cost the woman to build and furnish the room. Remoldeling is an inconvenience.
C. There are cost and inconveniences when you make room for God.
V. 13-14 Making a place for the man of God opened her up to receive a promise from the man of God.
A. Not just a promise, but a miracle promise. (Her husband is old)
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
A. Making room for God puts us in a position to receive God's promises.
B. People who fill up their room with the world are putting up a no vacancy sign for Jesus.
God's promises are activated by faith- Faith doesn't come from the world.
V. 20 After she received the promised child, he died.
A. She never let what she saw come out of her mouth.
The devil is not going to stop coming after you just because you received a promise from God.
1Pe 5:8-9 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
The lion is a predator- He looks and listens for weakened or wounded prey.
Instead of whining and complaining you must continue to speak faith.
A. God calls things that be not as though they were.
V. 30 She held on to the source of the promise.
A. She didn't get the promise from Gehazi.
B. Her determination to hold on to her faith allowed her to bring her promise back to life.
Heb 10:23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Keep your promises alive- Your faith is the victory that overcomes the world.
In Due Order
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1.Acts 10:38 Jesus was anointed with The Holy Ghost and with power.
A. Jesus went about doing good.
The Bible teaches us that we can have the same power.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
I'm not sure we understand the magnitude of being a vessel that carries the power that created everything we see.
Rom 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
Rom 8:11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
God is serious about how his power is treated.
The way we handle the Power of God makes the difference in what happens.
2. Acts 8:14-24 Simon thought he could buy the power of God.
A. V. 19 Give me this power.
B. His heart was not right.
3. 1Chron 13:3-4;7-14 David goes after the ark.
A. The ark represented the power of God.
B. Uzza was man putting his hand on the power of God.
C. God doesn't need help with his power, he just needs us to allow it to flow the way he wants it to.
*1Chron 15:1-3;12-15 David goes after the Ark the second time.
A. This time he does it according to the Word.
B. He does it in order.
4. 1Corinth 14:26-33 Paul sets order so that the power of God can flow in church services.
A. You may speak ne at a time.
B. The spirit of the prophets is subject to the prophets.
C. God is not the author of confusion.
Order does not hinder God's power, it allows it to flow so everyone can get blessed.
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1.Acts 10:38 Jesus was anointed with The Holy Ghost and with power.
A. Jesus went about doing good.
The Bible teaches us that we can have the same power.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
I'm not sure we understand the magnitude of being a vessel that carries the power that created everything we see.
Rom 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
Rom 8:11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
God is serious about how his power is treated.
The way we handle the Power of God makes the difference in what happens.
2. Acts 8:14-24 Simon thought he could buy the power of God.
A. V. 19 Give me this power.
B. His heart was not right.
3. 1Chron 13:3-4;7-14 David goes after the ark.
A. The ark represented the power of God.
B. Uzza was man putting his hand on the power of God.
C. God doesn't need help with his power, he just needs us to allow it to flow the way he wants it to.
*1Chron 15:1-3;12-15 David goes after the Ark the second time.
A. This time he does it according to the Word.
B. He does it in order.
4. 1Corinth 14:26-33 Paul sets order so that the power of God can flow in church services.
A. You may speak ne at a time.
B. The spirit of the prophets is subject to the prophets.
C. God is not the author of confusion.
Order does not hinder God's power, it allows it to flow so everyone can get blessed.
There is a Sound
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1. Isaiah 43:18-21 God is doing a new thing to us.
A. Ecc 1:9-10 The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. (10) Is there any thing whereof it may be said, See, this is new? it hath been already of old time, which was before us.
The Glory that God is releasing upon this generation is not a new thing to Him, it is new to us. We cannot be afraid of stepping into it.
2. Matt 14:22-33 Peter went to Jesus walking on the water.
A. They that were on the ship didn't acknowledge that Jesus was the Son of God until he met them at their comfortable place.
B. When there is a manifest presence of God and you are not in it, you nedd to step out into it.
When God begins to manifest Himself in ways we don't understand, we tend to get uncomfortable and grab for what has made us comfortable in the past.
3. Mark 9:2-8 Jesus is transfigured.
A. Peter immediately reverted back to the Old Testament practice of building a tabernacle.
B. Verse six tells us why he did it.
God told Peter to just listen! Listen to Jesus!
Mar 4:24 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.
1Ki 18:41 And Elijah said unto Ahab, Get thee up, eat and drink; for there is a sound of abundance of rain.
Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. (2) And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. (3) And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. (4) And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
1Th 4:16-17 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
There is a SOUND!
The sound of Rain- The Holy Spirit is washing over us- A cleansing.
The sound of Fire of the Holy Ghost- He is pouring in the oil that will make flexible once again to receive the New Wine. He is burning out religion and tradition- He is setting our mouth ablaze with New Tongues.
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1. Isaiah 43:18-21 God is doing a new thing to us.
A. Ecc 1:9-10 The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. (10) Is there any thing whereof it may be said, See, this is new? it hath been already of old time, which was before us.
The Glory that God is releasing upon this generation is not a new thing to Him, it is new to us. We cannot be afraid of stepping into it.
2. Matt 14:22-33 Peter went to Jesus walking on the water.
A. They that were on the ship didn't acknowledge that Jesus was the Son of God until he met them at their comfortable place.
B. When there is a manifest presence of God and you are not in it, you nedd to step out into it.
When God begins to manifest Himself in ways we don't understand, we tend to get uncomfortable and grab for what has made us comfortable in the past.
3. Mark 9:2-8 Jesus is transfigured.
A. Peter immediately reverted back to the Old Testament practice of building a tabernacle.
B. Verse six tells us why he did it.
God told Peter to just listen! Listen to Jesus!
Mar 4:24 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.
1Ki 18:41 And Elijah said unto Ahab, Get thee up, eat and drink; for there is a sound of abundance of rain.
Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. (2) And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. (3) And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. (4) And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
1Th 4:16-17 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
There is a SOUND!
The sound of Rain- The Holy Spirit is washing over us- A cleansing.
The sound of Fire of the Holy Ghost- He is pouring in the oil that will make flexible once again to receive the New Wine. He is burning out religion and tradition- He is setting our mouth ablaze with New Tongues.
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1. Isaiah 14:12-15 Lucifer tries to overthrow.
A. I will was brought down by I Am.
Satan has always wanted to act like he was in charge-
A. He is always messing with what belongs to God.
Since he couldn't rule heaven, he started trying to rule the earth as soon as God placed Adam in charge.
A. He manipulated God's creation to illegally gain control.
In his pride Satan thought he was now equal to God.
The spirit of his arrogance is seen all through the bible in men who he was able to manipulate.
In 1Samuel the Philistines captured the ark of the covenant which represented the power and presence of God to the Israelites.
2. 1Sam 5:1-7 They brought the ark into the house of their God.
A. They paid the price for messing with God's stuff.
3. Dan 4:28-37 Nebuchadnezzer takes credit for the greatness of his kingdom.
A. God had blessed him because of Daniel, shadrach, meshech, and abednego.
*Dan 5:1-6;22-30 Belshazzar drinks from God's vessels.
A. It cost him his life.
When Jesus came along, once again Satan thought he could manipulate God's man.
4. Luke 4:1-13 The devil tries to tempt Jesus.
A. V. 6 proves that the devil can manipulate power.
Since he couldn't manipulate Jesus he decided to kill him.
Satan used jealousy on the religious leaders and pride on the political leaders.
Pilate:Joh 19:11 Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.
Satan probably thought had finally succeeded, but his actions against God's innocent Son gave God the legal right to strip everything away from the devil and put him to an open shame.
Jesus gave the power back to man- Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Once again Satan is trying to manipulate mankind-
He is messing with God's creation-
He says that unborn babies don't matter.
He says that sexual immorality doesn't matter.
He says that the Bible is an outdated book that is irrelevant.
I'm here to serve notice on the devil today, that just like in the days of Daniel-
There are some Hebrew children in this land that refuse to bow to the king's unholy decrees.
*We refuse to worship baal and sacrifice our children.
*We refuse to be told what we can say and not say.
*We will not buy into this neutral gender propaganda-1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am.
We lift the blood stained banner of Christ and say enough is enough.
1. Isaiah 14:12-15 Lucifer tries to overthrow.
A. I will was brought down by I Am.
Satan has always wanted to act like he was in charge-
A. He is always messing with what belongs to God.
Since he couldn't rule heaven, he started trying to rule the earth as soon as God placed Adam in charge.
A. He manipulated God's creation to illegally gain control.
In his pride Satan thought he was now equal to God.
The spirit of his arrogance is seen all through the bible in men who he was able to manipulate.
In 1Samuel the Philistines captured the ark of the covenant which represented the power and presence of God to the Israelites.
2. 1Sam 5:1-7 They brought the ark into the house of their God.
A. They paid the price for messing with God's stuff.
3. Dan 4:28-37 Nebuchadnezzer takes credit for the greatness of his kingdom.
A. God had blessed him because of Daniel, shadrach, meshech, and abednego.
*Dan 5:1-6;22-30 Belshazzar drinks from God's vessels.
A. It cost him his life.
When Jesus came along, once again Satan thought he could manipulate God's man.
4. Luke 4:1-13 The devil tries to tempt Jesus.
A. V. 6 proves that the devil can manipulate power.
Since he couldn't manipulate Jesus he decided to kill him.
Satan used jealousy on the religious leaders and pride on the political leaders.
Pilate:Joh 19:11 Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.
Satan probably thought had finally succeeded, but his actions against God's innocent Son gave God the legal right to strip everything away from the devil and put him to an open shame.
Jesus gave the power back to man- Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Once again Satan is trying to manipulate mankind-
He is messing with God's creation-
He says that unborn babies don't matter.
He says that sexual immorality doesn't matter.
He says that the Bible is an outdated book that is irrelevant.
I'm here to serve notice on the devil today, that just like in the days of Daniel-
There are some Hebrew children in this land that refuse to bow to the king's unholy decrees.
*We refuse to worship baal and sacrifice our children.
*We refuse to be told what we can say and not say.
*We will not buy into this neutral gender propaganda-1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am.
We lift the blood stained banner of Christ and say enough is enough.
Stay in Faith
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1. Luk 24:13-32 That same day two of Jesus' followers were walking to the village of Emmaus, seven miles from Jerusalem. (14) As they walked along they were talking about everything that had happened. (15) As they talked and discussed these things, Jesus Himself suddenly came and began walking with them. (16) But God kept them from recognizing Him. (17) He asked them, "What are you discussing so intently as you walk along?" They stopped short, sadness written across their faces. (18) Then one of them, Cleopas, replied, "You must be the only person in Jerusalem who hasn't heard about all the things that have happened there the last few days." (19) "What things?" Jesus asked. "The things that happened to Jesus, the man from Nazareth," they said. "He was a prophet who did powerful miracles, and He was a mighty teacher in the eyes of God and all the people. (20) But our leading priests and other religious leaders handed Him over to be condemned to death, and they crucified Him. (21) We had hoped He was the Messiah who had come to rescue Israel. This all happened three days ago. (22) "Then some women from our group of His followers were at His tomb early this morning, and they came back with an amazing report. (23) They said His body was missing, and they had seen angels who told them Jesus is alive! (24) Some of our men ran out to see, and sure enough, His body was gone, just as the women had said." (25) Then Jesus said to them, "You foolish people! You find it so hard to believe all that the prophets wrote in the Scriptures. (26) Wasn't it clearly predicted that the Messiah would have to suffer all these things before entering His glory?" (27) Then Jesus took them through the writings of Moses and all the prophets, explaining from all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself. (28) By this time they were nearing Emmaus and the end of their journey. Jesus acted as if He were going on, (29) but they begged Him, "Stay the night with us, since it is getting late." So He went home with them. (30) As they sat down to eat, He took the bread and blessed it. Then He broke it and gave it to them. (31) Suddenly, their eyes were opened, and they recognized Him. And at that moment He disappeared! (32) They said to each other, "Didn't our hearts burn within us as He talked with us on the road and explained the Scriptures to us?"
Heb 11:1-3 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (2) For by it the elders obtained a good report. (3) Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.
Heb 11:3 By faith we understand that the entire universe was formed at God's command, that what we now see did not come from anything that can be seen. NLT
This is not a time to be sad, it is a time to seek after the Lord.
2. Isaiah 55:6-13 So shall my Word be.
A. God's Word has not been voided
B. God is still speaking but you can't hear what he is saying as long as you are listening to the world.
Christians need to get their eyes off from the life draining things that are going on in the world and focus on the Life Giving Spirit of God.
It's not your job to figure out how God is going to turn this around on the enemy-
It's your job to stay in faith and believe that he will!
Jer 32:27 Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?
3. Isaiah 10:27 Because of the anointing.
A. 1John 2:27 But the anointing that you have recieved of him abideth in you.
Everything the devil is doing right now is an attack on God's people- He wants us to give up and quit so he won't have come up against the anointing again.
It was the anointing that kicked him out of heaven and caused him to fall to the earth.
It was the anointing that went into hell and made a show of him openly, taking away the keys of death hell and the grave.
That same anointing is alive and well and is about crash the devil's party so hard he won't know what hit him.
Until he does it is our job to occupy till he comes- To be busy about
Use the anointing that is in you to give life-
A. 2Ki 13:21 And it came to pass, as they were burying a man, that, behold, they spied a band of men; and they cast the man into the sepulchre of Elisha: and when the man was let down, and touched the bones of Elisha, he revived, and stood up on his feet.
If the anointing in a dead man can raise the dead, imagine the anointing in you will do if you stand strong and stay in faith.
NGC 1-27-21
1. Luk 24:13-32 That same day two of Jesus' followers were walking to the village of Emmaus, seven miles from Jerusalem. (14) As they walked along they were talking about everything that had happened. (15) As they talked and discussed these things, Jesus Himself suddenly came and began walking with them. (16) But God kept them from recognizing Him. (17) He asked them, "What are you discussing so intently as you walk along?" They stopped short, sadness written across their faces. (18) Then one of them, Cleopas, replied, "You must be the only person in Jerusalem who hasn't heard about all the things that have happened there the last few days." (19) "What things?" Jesus asked. "The things that happened to Jesus, the man from Nazareth," they said. "He was a prophet who did powerful miracles, and He was a mighty teacher in the eyes of God and all the people. (20) But our leading priests and other religious leaders handed Him over to be condemned to death, and they crucified Him. (21) We had hoped He was the Messiah who had come to rescue Israel. This all happened three days ago. (22) "Then some women from our group of His followers were at His tomb early this morning, and they came back with an amazing report. (23) They said His body was missing, and they had seen angels who told them Jesus is alive! (24) Some of our men ran out to see, and sure enough, His body was gone, just as the women had said." (25) Then Jesus said to them, "You foolish people! You find it so hard to believe all that the prophets wrote in the Scriptures. (26) Wasn't it clearly predicted that the Messiah would have to suffer all these things before entering His glory?" (27) Then Jesus took them through the writings of Moses and all the prophets, explaining from all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself. (28) By this time they were nearing Emmaus and the end of their journey. Jesus acted as if He were going on, (29) but they begged Him, "Stay the night with us, since it is getting late." So He went home with them. (30) As they sat down to eat, He took the bread and blessed it. Then He broke it and gave it to them. (31) Suddenly, their eyes were opened, and they recognized Him. And at that moment He disappeared! (32) They said to each other, "Didn't our hearts burn within us as He talked with us on the road and explained the Scriptures to us?"
Heb 11:1-3 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (2) For by it the elders obtained a good report. (3) Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.
Heb 11:3 By faith we understand that the entire universe was formed at God's command, that what we now see did not come from anything that can be seen. NLT
This is not a time to be sad, it is a time to seek after the Lord.
2. Isaiah 55:6-13 So shall my Word be.
A. God's Word has not been voided
B. God is still speaking but you can't hear what he is saying as long as you are listening to the world.
Christians need to get their eyes off from the life draining things that are going on in the world and focus on the Life Giving Spirit of God.
It's not your job to figure out how God is going to turn this around on the enemy-
It's your job to stay in faith and believe that he will!
Jer 32:27 Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?
3. Isaiah 10:27 Because of the anointing.
A. 1John 2:27 But the anointing that you have recieved of him abideth in you.
Everything the devil is doing right now is an attack on God's people- He wants us to give up and quit so he won't have come up against the anointing again.
It was the anointing that kicked him out of heaven and caused him to fall to the earth.
It was the anointing that went into hell and made a show of him openly, taking away the keys of death hell and the grave.
That same anointing is alive and well and is about crash the devil's party so hard he won't know what hit him.
Until he does it is our job to occupy till he comes- To be busy about
Use the anointing that is in you to give life-
A. 2Ki 13:21 And it came to pass, as they were burying a man, that, behold, they spied a band of men; and they cast the man into the sepulchre of Elisha: and when the man was let down, and touched the bones of Elisha, he revived, and stood up on his feet.
If the anointing in a dead man can raise the dead, imagine the anointing in you will do if you stand strong and stay in faith.
False Prophets?
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1. 1Corinth 12:1;4-11 Prophecy is a gift of the Spirit.
A. 1Co 14:3 But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
The gift of prophecy can operate in any believer. It will edify, comfort, and exort.
Prophecy from the office of a Prophet is usually accompanied by other gifts of the Spirit such as a word of knowledge and word of wisdom.
It carries a more authoritive presence and usually includes foretelling.
2. Deut 18:14;18-22 God's Word concerning Prophets.
A. Does this mean that if a Prophet speaks a word in the name of the Lord and it does not come to pass he is a false Prophet?
3. Jonah 1:1 The Word of the Lord comes to Jonah.
A. 3:1-10 The Word of the Lord comes the second time.
B. 4:1 Jonah gets mad- V5 Jonah goes out and waits to see what God does-
C. V.11 God spares the city.
4. 2Kings 20:1-6 Isaiah gives the Word of the Lord.
A. Isaiah gave all the prophecies of the coming Messiah.
What happened to the Word of the Lord given?
The same God that spoke in Deuteronomy is the same God that said this:
Jer 18:5-10 Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, (6) O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter's hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel. (7) At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; (8) If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. (9) And at what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it; (10) If it do evil in my sight, that it obey not my voice, then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them.
Here's where people miss it concerning prophecy-
A. There is a Word of the Lord that is absolute- Coming Messiah- Rapture of the Church.
B. There is a Word of the Lord that is conditional.
5. 1Kings 11:29-38 God gives Jeroboam a Word.
A. V.38 I'll build you a kingdom as solid as the one I built for David. Israel will be yours! MSG
B. V.38 I will establish an enduring dynasty for you as I did for David, and I will give Israel to you.
What happened to God's Word to Jeroboam?
*1Kings 12:26-30 Jeroboam allowed what he saw with his eyes change his heart which changed the Word of the Lord to him.
V. 28 He took counsel from the wrong source.
What about all the Prophets that have been prophecying about Trump?
It could be that the Lord hath put a lying spirit in the mouths of all the Prophets like he did in 1Kings 22:23.
I believe the Word of the Prophets was a true Word that fell to the ground because people who said they loved God went against the values and principals of God because they did not like the man-
The Prophets don't need to repent- The people do because they have chosen Baal over God.
NGC 1-24-21
1. 1Corinth 12:1;4-11 Prophecy is a gift of the Spirit.
A. 1Co 14:3 But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
The gift of prophecy can operate in any believer. It will edify, comfort, and exort.
Prophecy from the office of a Prophet is usually accompanied by other gifts of the Spirit such as a word of knowledge and word of wisdom.
It carries a more authoritive presence and usually includes foretelling.
2. Deut 18:14;18-22 God's Word concerning Prophets.
A. Does this mean that if a Prophet speaks a word in the name of the Lord and it does not come to pass he is a false Prophet?
3. Jonah 1:1 The Word of the Lord comes to Jonah.
A. 3:1-10 The Word of the Lord comes the second time.
B. 4:1 Jonah gets mad- V5 Jonah goes out and waits to see what God does-
C. V.11 God spares the city.
4. 2Kings 20:1-6 Isaiah gives the Word of the Lord.
A. Isaiah gave all the prophecies of the coming Messiah.
What happened to the Word of the Lord given?
The same God that spoke in Deuteronomy is the same God that said this:
Jer 18:5-10 Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, (6) O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter's hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel. (7) At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; (8) If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. (9) And at what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it; (10) If it do evil in my sight, that it obey not my voice, then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them.
Here's where people miss it concerning prophecy-
A. There is a Word of the Lord that is absolute- Coming Messiah- Rapture of the Church.
B. There is a Word of the Lord that is conditional.
5. 1Kings 11:29-38 God gives Jeroboam a Word.
A. V.38 I'll build you a kingdom as solid as the one I built for David. Israel will be yours! MSG
B. V.38 I will establish an enduring dynasty for you as I did for David, and I will give Israel to you.
What happened to God's Word to Jeroboam?
*1Kings 12:26-30 Jeroboam allowed what he saw with his eyes change his heart which changed the Word of the Lord to him.
V. 28 He took counsel from the wrong source.
What about all the Prophets that have been prophecying about Trump?
It could be that the Lord hath put a lying spirit in the mouths of all the Prophets like he did in 1Kings 22:23.
I believe the Word of the Prophets was a true Word that fell to the ground because people who said they loved God went against the values and principals of God because they did not like the man-
The Prophets don't need to repent- The people do because they have chosen Baal over God.
Perspectives
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1. 1Sam 16:1-13 God chooses David over his brothers.
A. Our perspective is from the natural, but God knows the heart.
We usually look at people from 3 perspectives- First impressions; What we've heard; What we see them doing.
I. First impressions are very tricky.
A. We usually size people up by comparing them to someone we know with simular expressions or personality.
B. We also size them up according to our standard of how someone should look or act.
C. None of these things have anything to do with the person's heart.
Act 13:22 And when he had removed him, he raised up unto them David to be their king; to whom also he gave testimony, and said, I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after mine own heart, which shall fulfil all my will.
II.What we have heard- People love "Dirty Laundry".
A. It can be based upon pure rumors and lies.
a. People have formed opinions on me and this church since we began based upon lies and rumors.
b. They did the same thing to Jesus and his disciples.
B. It can be based upon a past truth.
2. Acts 9:1-18 Ananias had heard of Saul
A. Saul had been a bad person.
B. His heart was changed when he met Jesus.
C. Ananias had heard about Saul from many.
D. Ananias had to be willing to set aside what he had heard and trust God that Saul had changed.
III. What we see them doing.
A. There is a difference in someone making a mistake or messing up and someone actually bad.
3. Matt 7:1-5 Judge not....
A. He that is without sin, let him cast the first stone.
B. Joh 7:24 Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
Gal 6:1-2 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. (2) Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
Christians are the worse to want to shoot their wounded.
a. I'm glad God didn't give up on me when I was messed up!
B. Who is someone actually bad?
Rom 16:17-18 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. (18) For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
There are those that refuse to accept the Word of God as the final authority.
A. They refuse to submit to what the Word teaches and encourage others to do the same.
There is a move of God taking place- We can't afford to get hung up on differences.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. (26) But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
I don't want to be judged by my past- Therefore I can't judge others by theirs.
I'm going to choose to trust God- He will expose everything that is not connected to him.
Mat 12:33 Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: for the tree is known by his fruit.
Here is why this is so important-
Psa 133:1-3 <A Song of degrees of David.> Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! (2) It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; (3) As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.
NGC 1-17-21
1. 1Sam 16:1-13 God chooses David over his brothers.
A. Our perspective is from the natural, but God knows the heart.
We usually look at people from 3 perspectives- First impressions; What we've heard; What we see them doing.
I. First impressions are very tricky.
A. We usually size people up by comparing them to someone we know with simular expressions or personality.
B. We also size them up according to our standard of how someone should look or act.
C. None of these things have anything to do with the person's heart.
Act 13:22 And when he had removed him, he raised up unto them David to be their king; to whom also he gave testimony, and said, I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after mine own heart, which shall fulfil all my will.
II.What we have heard- People love "Dirty Laundry".
A. It can be based upon pure rumors and lies.
a. People have formed opinions on me and this church since we began based upon lies and rumors.
b. They did the same thing to Jesus and his disciples.
B. It can be based upon a past truth.
2. Acts 9:1-18 Ananias had heard of Saul
A. Saul had been a bad person.
B. His heart was changed when he met Jesus.
C. Ananias had heard about Saul from many.
D. Ananias had to be willing to set aside what he had heard and trust God that Saul had changed.
III. What we see them doing.
A. There is a difference in someone making a mistake or messing up and someone actually bad.
3. Matt 7:1-5 Judge not....
A. He that is without sin, let him cast the first stone.
B. Joh 7:24 Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
Gal 6:1-2 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. (2) Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
Christians are the worse to want to shoot their wounded.
a. I'm glad God didn't give up on me when I was messed up!
B. Who is someone actually bad?
Rom 16:17-18 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. (18) For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
There are those that refuse to accept the Word of God as the final authority.
A. They refuse to submit to what the Word teaches and encourage others to do the same.
There is a move of God taking place- We can't afford to get hung up on differences.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. (26) But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
I don't want to be judged by my past- Therefore I can't judge others by theirs.
I'm going to choose to trust God- He will expose everything that is not connected to him.
Mat 12:33 Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: for the tree is known by his fruit.
Here is why this is so important-
Psa 133:1-3 <A Song of degrees of David.> Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! (2) It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; (3) As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.
One Move
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1. Exodus 14:1-31 God delivers his people.
V.1-4 God will use what the enemy wants to set a trap.
a. Pharaoh wanted control of the people again.
b. God wanted to show everyone who they were dealing with.
c. God used his own Son to position Satan into a place where he could destroy him.
V. 5-9 Pharaoh took everything he had out against unarmed former slaves.
a. Those slaves spoiled the Egyptians without weapons.
V. 10-12 The Israelites had their eyes on the enemy instead of God.
a. When you realize how big your God is no enemy can stand against you.
*Shammah didn't see a troop of Philistines, he saw a piece of ground full of lentiles that belonged to him.
*Caleb and Joshua didn't see giants, they saw bread standing between them and their promised land.
*David didn't see a giant, he saw an uncircumsized Philistine that had defiled his God.
V. 13-14 Moses tries to calm his people and puts all the responsibility on the Lord.
a. He was trying to get their eyes back on God, but standing still wasn't the answer in this case.
V. 15 Excuse me? Say what?
a. Speak unto the children of Israel that they go forward.
b. God expects us to be on offense when the enemy is attacking.
c. Moses said stand still, but God said move forward.
d. Moses understood that God was with them and would help them, but God said I need my people to do their part.
e. We are in a place in our country where God will have to act, but we have to keep moving forward in faith until the enemy is brought dow
V. 16-18 BUT- The rod was a symbol of power- Moses' hands were a symbol of authority.
a. Mark 16-17 In my Name- They shall lay hands on the sick.
V. 19-21 This is the period between confession and possession.
a. They were ready to move, but it had to be according to God's time schedule.
b. Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
V. 22 They moved forward in faith with a wall of water on both sides of them.
V. 23-28 The enemy didn't stop trying to get to them, but as they walked in faith God was bring to an end all of their efforts.
V. 29-31 God saved his people and destroyed his enemy in one move.
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1. Exodus 14:1-31 God delivers his people.
V.1-4 God will use what the enemy wants to set a trap.
a. Pharaoh wanted control of the people again.
b. God wanted to show everyone who they were dealing with.
c. God used his own Son to position Satan into a place where he could destroy him.
V. 5-9 Pharaoh took everything he had out against unarmed former slaves.
a. Those slaves spoiled the Egyptians without weapons.
V. 10-12 The Israelites had their eyes on the enemy instead of God.
a. When you realize how big your God is no enemy can stand against you.
*Shammah didn't see a troop of Philistines, he saw a piece of ground full of lentiles that belonged to him.
*Caleb and Joshua didn't see giants, they saw bread standing between them and their promised land.
*David didn't see a giant, he saw an uncircumsized Philistine that had defiled his God.
V. 13-14 Moses tries to calm his people and puts all the responsibility on the Lord.
a. He was trying to get their eyes back on God, but standing still wasn't the answer in this case.
V. 15 Excuse me? Say what?
a. Speak unto the children of Israel that they go forward.
b. God expects us to be on offense when the enemy is attacking.
c. Moses said stand still, but God said move forward.
d. Moses understood that God was with them and would help them, but God said I need my people to do their part.
e. We are in a place in our country where God will have to act, but we have to keep moving forward in faith until the enemy is brought dow
V. 16-18 BUT- The rod was a symbol of power- Moses' hands were a symbol of authority.
a. Mark 16-17 In my Name- They shall lay hands on the sick.
V. 19-21 This is the period between confession and possession.
a. They were ready to move, but it had to be according to God's time schedule.
b. Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
V. 22 They moved forward in faith with a wall of water on both sides of them.
V. 23-28 The enemy didn't stop trying to get to them, but as they walked in faith God was bring to an end all of their efforts.
V. 29-31 God saved his people and destroyed his enemy in one move.
The People That Do Know Their God
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Dan 11:21-45 -
All this is a prophecy of the reign of Antiochus Epiphanes, the little horn spoken of before (Dan_8:9) a sworn enemy to the Jewish religion, and a bitter persecutor of those that adhered to it. He was a type and shadow of the son of perdition. 2Thes 2.
1. Dan 11:32 The people that do know their God.
A. An invading king will pollute the sanctuary and take away the daily sacrifice.
B. Those that don't honor God's covenant will be on his side.
C. The people who know God will do exploits.
Who are the people that do know their God?
A. Joh 14:15-17 If ye love me, keep my commandments. (16) And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; (17) Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
B. Mat 12:50 For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.
The people that know God are the people that have been born again receiving the Holy Spirit and are doing what the Word says.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Knowing God is not about what Nationality, Race, or Ethnicity you are- It is not about what religious group you associate with. It is about being in Christ!
Act 17:24-27 God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; (25) Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things; (26) And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; (27) That they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after him, and find him, though he be not far from every one of us:
Gal 3:26-29 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. (27) For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. (28) There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. (29) And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
The people that know God, know Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit-
Shall Do Exploits!
How do we do exploits?
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
A. The only way to receive the Holy Ghost is to become a believer.
2. Mark 16:15-20 Signs follow them that believe.
A. Cast out devils- Eject a daemonic being.
B. Speak with new tongues- A new language not naturally accquired.
C. Take up serpents- To lift, to take up or away, put away, remove -(through the idea of sharpness of vision); a snake, figuratively (as a type of sly cunning) an artful malicious person, especially Satan:
D. Drink any deadly thing- Fatal, that is poisonous; Logos-something said (including the thought)
E. Shall recover- Begin to amend, well, in a good place.
The people that do know their God will Stay with the Word and God will confirm the Word with signs following.
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Dan 11:21-45 -
All this is a prophecy of the reign of Antiochus Epiphanes, the little horn spoken of before (Dan_8:9) a sworn enemy to the Jewish religion, and a bitter persecutor of those that adhered to it. He was a type and shadow of the son of perdition. 2Thes 2.
1. Dan 11:32 The people that do know their God.
A. An invading king will pollute the sanctuary and take away the daily sacrifice.
B. Those that don't honor God's covenant will be on his side.
C. The people who know God will do exploits.
Who are the people that do know their God?
A. Joh 14:15-17 If ye love me, keep my commandments. (16) And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; (17) Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
B. Mat 12:50 For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.
The people that know God are the people that have been born again receiving the Holy Spirit and are doing what the Word says.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Knowing God is not about what Nationality, Race, or Ethnicity you are- It is not about what religious group you associate with. It is about being in Christ!
Act 17:24-27 God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; (25) Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things; (26) And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; (27) That they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after him, and find him, though he be not far from every one of us:
Gal 3:26-29 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. (27) For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. (28) There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. (29) And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
The people that know God, know Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit-
Shall Do Exploits!
How do we do exploits?
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
A. The only way to receive the Holy Ghost is to become a believer.
2. Mark 16:15-20 Signs follow them that believe.
A. Cast out devils- Eject a daemonic being.
B. Speak with new tongues- A new language not naturally accquired.
C. Take up serpents- To lift, to take up or away, put away, remove -(through the idea of sharpness of vision); a snake, figuratively (as a type of sly cunning) an artful malicious person, especially Satan:
D. Drink any deadly thing- Fatal, that is poisonous; Logos-something said (including the thought)
E. Shall recover- Begin to amend, well, in a good place.
The people that do know their God will Stay with the Word and God will confirm the Word with signs following.
Taking What's Ours
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1. Numbers 14:1-10 The congregation wanted to stone Caleb and Joshua.
A. V.22-24 Caleb had another spirit with him- He and his seed will possess it.
B. Deu 1:36 Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, and to his children, because he hath wholly followed the LORD.
2. Joshua 14:6-13 Joshua divides the land.
A. Jos 15:13-14 And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah, according to the commandment of the LORD to Joshua, even the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron. (14) And Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Caleb waited 45 years for his promise and then had to drive out the giants so he could possess it- For himself and his children.
1Pe 5:8-10 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. (10) But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
While the Church has been playing the entertainment game- Doing whatever it takes to get people to come and preaching a watered down Gospel to make people feel good about their sin, the enemy has been using it to ease people into a lifestyle that denies the truth of the Word because of the way they feel.
The Word of God is the only Standard we have to keep us on the right track.
3. 1Sam 30:1-8 David enquired of the Lord.
A. 1Sa 30:16 And when he had brought him down, behold, they were spread abroad upon all the earth, eating and drinking, and dancing, because of all the great spoil that they had taken out of the land of the Philistines, and out of the land of Judah.
B. At the Word of the Lord, David recovered all and blessed the whole area.
The Amalekites weren't used someone to coming after them to take their stuff back- They were used to people running in fear for their lives.
The devil is not used to someone standing up to him and demanding that he let go of what belongs to them.
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Believers all over the world are beginning to open their eyes and rise up to take their rightful place in the body of Christ.
They are casting off the lies of religion that have told them that they were not worthy.
They are taking a stand putting the Word of God first.
4. Eph 6:10-18 Take the whole armour of God and stand.
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1. Numbers 14:1-10 The congregation wanted to stone Caleb and Joshua.
A. V.22-24 Caleb had another spirit with him- He and his seed will possess it.
B. Deu 1:36 Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, and to his children, because he hath wholly followed the LORD.
2. Joshua 14:6-13 Joshua divides the land.
A. Jos 15:13-14 And unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh he gave a part among the children of Judah, according to the commandment of the LORD to Joshua, even the city of Arba the father of Anak, which city is Hebron. (14) And Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Caleb waited 45 years for his promise and then had to drive out the giants so he could possess it- For himself and his children.
1Pe 5:8-10 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: (9) Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. (10) But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
While the Church has been playing the entertainment game- Doing whatever it takes to get people to come and preaching a watered down Gospel to make people feel good about their sin, the enemy has been using it to ease people into a lifestyle that denies the truth of the Word because of the way they feel.
The Word of God is the only Standard we have to keep us on the right track.
3. 1Sam 30:1-8 David enquired of the Lord.
A. 1Sa 30:16 And when he had brought him down, behold, they were spread abroad upon all the earth, eating and drinking, and dancing, because of all the great spoil that they had taken out of the land of the Philistines, and out of the land of Judah.
B. At the Word of the Lord, David recovered all and blessed the whole area.
The Amalekites weren't used someone to coming after them to take their stuff back- They were used to people running in fear for their lives.
The devil is not used to someone standing up to him and demanding that he let go of what belongs to them.
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Believers all over the world are beginning to open their eyes and rise up to take their rightful place in the body of Christ.
They are casting off the lies of religion that have told them that they were not worthy.
They are taking a stand putting the Word of God first.
4. Eph 6:10-18 Take the whole armour of God and stand.
The Father's Business
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1. Luke 2:21-22 After the birth, they went to church.
A. They did according to the law of Moses.
We have celebrated the birth- It's time to be about the Father's business.
V. 36- Anna a prophetess spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
2. Matt 28:18-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations.
A. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Our Commission is to teach and preach the Word......
A. He that believeth shall be saved.
B. God works with and confirms his Word with signs following.
We are not preaching a dead religion! We are preaching the Living Word.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. (13) Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes, and He is the One to whom we are accountable. NLT
3. John 1:1-14 The Word is God.
A. Joh 1:12-13 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: (13) Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
B. Receiving the Word is receiving God- Rejecting is rejecting God.
Rom 8:14-15 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. (15) For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
The enemy has tried to use fear as a weapon against the Sons and Daughters of God.
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
4. Psalm 27:1-4 Of whom shall I be afraid.
5. Romans 1:15-17 The Gospel of Christ is the container that carries the power of God.
A. The Gospel of Christ is the revelation of who he is and who he is in us.
B. The power of God resides in us because we know him.
Dan 11:32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
I refuse to do wickedly against the covenant- I choose to believe the Word of God.
We will move forward doing the Father's business-
A. 1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
God's purpose hasn't changed- He is manifesting his power through his sons and daughters.
He has armed us with the gifts of the Spirit so that we can destroy- Fear; Sickness and disease; Poverty and lack;
It's time to deploy the power of God and set the devil on his heals.
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1. Luke 2:21-22 After the birth, they went to church.
A. They did according to the law of Moses.
We have celebrated the birth- It's time to be about the Father's business.
V. 36- Anna a prophetess spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
2. Matt 28:18-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations.
A. Mar 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. (16) He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. (17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (19) So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. (20) And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
Our Commission is to teach and preach the Word......
A. He that believeth shall be saved.
B. God works with and confirms his Word with signs following.
We are not preaching a dead religion! We are preaching the Living Word.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. (13) Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes, and He is the One to whom we are accountable. NLT
3. John 1:1-14 The Word is God.
A. Joh 1:12-13 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: (13) Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
B. Receiving the Word is receiving God- Rejecting is rejecting God.
Rom 8:14-15 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. (15) For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
The enemy has tried to use fear as a weapon against the Sons and Daughters of God.
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
4. Psalm 27:1-4 Of whom shall I be afraid.
5. Romans 1:15-17 The Gospel of Christ is the container that carries the power of God.
A. The Gospel of Christ is the revelation of who he is and who he is in us.
B. The power of God resides in us because we know him.
Dan 11:32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
I refuse to do wickedly against the covenant- I choose to believe the Word of God.
We will move forward doing the Father's business-
A. 1Jn 3:8 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
God's purpose hasn't changed- He is manifesting his power through his sons and daughters.
He has armed us with the gifts of the Spirit so that we can destroy- Fear; Sickness and disease; Poverty and lack;
It's time to deploy the power of God and set the devil on his heals.
For Unto Us a Son is Given
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us.
A. His name shall be called-
Wonderful- a miracle: - marvellous thing,
A. Luk 1:30-35 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. (31) And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. (32) He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: (33) And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. (34) Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man? (35) And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.
Counsellor- to advise; reflexively to deliberate or resolve:
A. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
The Mighty God- Powerful Almighty
A. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
The Everlasting Father- Father for Eternity
A. Isa 57:15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
B. Joh 14:1-3 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (2) In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (3) And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.
The Prince of Peace- The head person or ruler over our welfare, which includes safety, health, prosperity, favor, and wholeness.
A. Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
B. Php 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
The angel told Mary he shall be called the Son of God-
Luk 1:31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.
2. Philippians 2:5-11 The name above every name.
We must not forget this season we call Christmas is not about a man named Santa Claus.
It is about a man called Jesus- The Son of God!
A. We should teach our children right.
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us.
A. His name shall be called-
Wonderful- a miracle: - marvellous thing,
A. Luk 1:30-35 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. (31) And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. (32) He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: (33) And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. (34) Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man? (35) And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.
Counsellor- to advise; reflexively to deliberate or resolve:
A. 1Jn 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: (2) And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
The Mighty God- Powerful Almighty
A. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
The Everlasting Father- Father for Eternity
A. Isa 57:15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
B. Joh 14:1-3 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (2) In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (3) And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.
The Prince of Peace- The head person or ruler over our welfare, which includes safety, health, prosperity, favor, and wholeness.
A. Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
B. Php 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
The angel told Mary he shall be called the Son of God-
Luk 1:31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.
2. Philippians 2:5-11 The name above every name.
We must not forget this season we call Christmas is not about a man named Santa Claus.
It is about a man called Jesus- The Son of God!
A. We should teach our children right.
Naaman's Journey
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1. 2Kings 5:1-18 Naaman the Leper.
A. V1 The Lord gave Syria deliverance through Naaman.
a. The Lord will use people you wouldn't approve of.
B. V.2-3 The little maid said the prophet would recover him of his leprosy.
a. The little maid had faith in the man of God.
C. V. 4-7 The king of Syria sent Naaman to the king of Israel to recover him.
a. Why do men keep thinking men have the answers to their problems?
D. V.8 Elisha was bold for God- Let him come now to me.
a. He shall know that there is a prophet.
E. V.9 -12 Why did Naaman come to the Man of God?
a. Behold I thought....
Naaman's thoughts about how it should be done caused him to turn away from his only source of healing.
a. Our thoughts are often formed from something self taught or something taught us by others.
F. V. 13-14 When Naaman did what the prophet said, he was made clean.
Our job is not to tell God how to do his business- Our job is to obey what he says.
G. V. 15-16 Now I know!
a. When we obey God, he will prove himself to us.
b. Elisha refused to let Naaman give him anything- You can't buy a manifestation of God.
H. V.17-18 I will only worship God no matter who I am with.
We are going to worship God- He is the one who decides how he will manifest himself.
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1. 2Kings 5:1-18 Naaman the Leper.
A. V1 The Lord gave Syria deliverance through Naaman.
a. The Lord will use people you wouldn't approve of.
B. V.2-3 The little maid said the prophet would recover him of his leprosy.
a. The little maid had faith in the man of God.
C. V. 4-7 The king of Syria sent Naaman to the king of Israel to recover him.
a. Why do men keep thinking men have the answers to their problems?
D. V.8 Elisha was bold for God- Let him come now to me.
a. He shall know that there is a prophet.
E. V.9 -12 Why did Naaman come to the Man of God?
a. Behold I thought....
Naaman's thoughts about how it should be done caused him to turn away from his only source of healing.
a. Our thoughts are often formed from something self taught or something taught us by others.
F. V. 13-14 When Naaman did what the prophet said, he was made clean.
Our job is not to tell God how to do his business- Our job is to obey what he says.
G. V. 15-16 Now I know!
a. When we obey God, he will prove himself to us.
b. Elisha refused to let Naaman give him anything- You can't buy a manifestation of God.
H. V.17-18 I will only worship God no matter who I am with.
We are going to worship God- He is the one who decides how he will manifest himself.
Receive What's Yours
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1. James 1:17 Every good gift.
A. God only gives good and perfect gifts.
2. 1Peter 2:24 Jesus did the work on the tree.
A. He bore our sins on the cross.
B. He made us righteous.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
C. By his stripes we were healed.
3. 2Co 8:9 For you are becoming progressively acquainted with and recognizing more strongly and clearly the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ (His kindness, His gracious generosity, His undeserved favor and spiritual blessing), [in] that though He was [so very] rich, yet for your sakes He became [so very] poor, in order that by His poverty you might become enriched (abundantly supplied). AMP
Are all these things good?
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
What are some of these things?
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way and [that your body] may keep well, even as [I know] your soul keeps well and prospers. AMP
Prosperity-Health-Spiritual Well Being
Spiritual Well Being is the glue that holds the other two together.
A. It keeps them continuing in your life.
The first thing a person should do is accept Jesus as their Savior.
A. The other two won't matter if you end up in hell.
Unsaved people don't understand what they are missing out on when they don't receive Jesus. After being saved they say they wish they had done it long ago.
Saved people (Christians) are missing out on what God has because they don't understand.
God doesn't need you to suffer with sickness for Him. He doesn't need you to be in Poverty for Him.
He did those things so you could be set free from them!
What God needs from his people is for us to Believe and Receive.
4. Matt 15:22-28 Healing is the children's bread.
5. Luke 13:10-17 Woman bowed together.
A. Eighteen years she had been that way.
B. Daughter of Abraham.-Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
C. His adversaries were ashamed.
If we can really get it into our spirit that healing is just as much God's will as salvation, we will start seeing it manifest more-
6. Matt 9:1-7 Which is easier?
Healing is good- Healing is God's will for his children.
Rom 8:15-17 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. (16) The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
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1. James 1:17 Every good gift.
A. God only gives good and perfect gifts.
2. 1Peter 2:24 Jesus did the work on the tree.
A. He bore our sins on the cross.
B. He made us righteous.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
C. By his stripes we were healed.
3. 2Co 8:9 For you are becoming progressively acquainted with and recognizing more strongly and clearly the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ (His kindness, His gracious generosity, His undeserved favor and spiritual blessing), [in] that though He was [so very] rich, yet for your sakes He became [so very] poor, in order that by His poverty you might become enriched (abundantly supplied). AMP
Are all these things good?
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: (4) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
What are some of these things?
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
3Jn 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way and [that your body] may keep well, even as [I know] your soul keeps well and prospers. AMP
Prosperity-Health-Spiritual Well Being
Spiritual Well Being is the glue that holds the other two together.
A. It keeps them continuing in your life.
The first thing a person should do is accept Jesus as their Savior.
A. The other two won't matter if you end up in hell.
Unsaved people don't understand what they are missing out on when they don't receive Jesus. After being saved they say they wish they had done it long ago.
Saved people (Christians) are missing out on what God has because they don't understand.
God doesn't need you to suffer with sickness for Him. He doesn't need you to be in Poverty for Him.
He did those things so you could be set free from them!
What God needs from his people is for us to Believe and Receive.
4. Matt 15:22-28 Healing is the children's bread.
5. Luke 13:10-17 Woman bowed together.
A. Eighteen years she had been that way.
B. Daughter of Abraham.-Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
C. His adversaries were ashamed.
If we can really get it into our spirit that healing is just as much God's will as salvation, we will start seeing it manifest more-
6. Matt 9:1-7 Which is easier?
Healing is good- Healing is God's will for his children.
Rom 8:15-17 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. (16) The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: (17) And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
Love the Lord
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1. Mark 12:28-30 Love the Lord thy God.
A. Psa 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
B. All God has ever asked of us is that we know Him and love Him.
God has always loved us and he proved it when he offered up his Son for oue sins.
A. 1Jn 4:9-10 In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. (10) Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
How do we love the Lord with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength.
2. John 14:15-17 Keep my commandments.
A. The greatest expression of love we can give the Lord is to keep his Word.
Luk 6:46-49 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? (47) Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: (48) He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. (49) But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
The Rock Foundation is the Word of God.
Loving the Lord is more than feelings or just going through the motions of loving Him.
3. Matt 7:21-23 Have we not?
A. When you love the Lord, there is no place for backing off.
B. You keep on prophecying- You keep on casting out devils- You keep on doing the works of God.
4. John 15:10-11 Abide in His love.
Ecc 12:13-14 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.
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1. Mark 12:28-30 Love the Lord thy God.
A. Psa 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
B. All God has ever asked of us is that we know Him and love Him.
God has always loved us and he proved it when he offered up his Son for oue sins.
A. 1Jn 4:9-10 In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. (10) Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
How do we love the Lord with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength.
2. John 14:15-17 Keep my commandments.
A. The greatest expression of love we can give the Lord is to keep his Word.
Luk 6:46-49 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? (47) Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: (48) He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. (49) But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
The Rock Foundation is the Word of God.
Loving the Lord is more than feelings or just going through the motions of loving Him.
3. Matt 7:21-23 Have we not?
A. When you love the Lord, there is no place for backing off.
B. You keep on prophecying- You keep on casting out devils- You keep on doing the works of God.
4. John 15:10-11 Abide in His love.
Ecc 12:13-14 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. (14) For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.
Deception
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1. 2Tim 3:1-9;13-14 In the last days.
Deceit- Literally, a catching or ensnaring. Hence, the misleading of a person; the leading of another person to believe what is false, or not to believe what is true, and thus to ensnare him; fraud; fallacy; cheat; any declaration, artifice or practice, which misleads another, or causes him to believe what is false.
A. V14 Continue in what you have learned. The Word of God.
2. Romans 16:17-18 Mark those that are contrary to the doctrine.
A. Good words and fair speeches.
Pro 20:17 Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.
3. Matt 2:1-3 Herod deceived the wise men.
A. V12 Herod will seek to destroy him.
B. V 16 A deciever will stop at nothing to achieve their agenda.
Pro 26:24-26 He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him; (25) When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. (26) Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation.
4. Gen 3:1-5 Hath God said.
A. The serpent already knew what God had said.
B. He decieved Eve in order to steal the Authority of earth.
This same deception is happening right before our eyes.
5. Jerem 9:6-9 God sees what's going on.
What do we do Pastor? We continue to Pray and Stand on the Word.
A. Pro 12:5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
B. Pro 11:18-19 The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward. (19) As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
C. Psa 32:2 Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile.
6. Psalm 24:1-10 The earth is the Lord's.
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1. 2Tim 3:1-9;13-14 In the last days.
Deceit- Literally, a catching or ensnaring. Hence, the misleading of a person; the leading of another person to believe what is false, or not to believe what is true, and thus to ensnare him; fraud; fallacy; cheat; any declaration, artifice or practice, which misleads another, or causes him to believe what is false.
A. V14 Continue in what you have learned. The Word of God.
2. Romans 16:17-18 Mark those that are contrary to the doctrine.
A. Good words and fair speeches.
Pro 20:17 Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.
3. Matt 2:1-3 Herod deceived the wise men.
A. V12 Herod will seek to destroy him.
B. V 16 A deciever will stop at nothing to achieve their agenda.
Pro 26:24-26 He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him; (25) When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. (26) Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation.
4. Gen 3:1-5 Hath God said.
A. The serpent already knew what God had said.
B. He decieved Eve in order to steal the Authority of earth.
This same deception is happening right before our eyes.
5. Jerem 9:6-9 God sees what's going on.
What do we do Pastor? We continue to Pray and Stand on the Word.
A. Pro 12:5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
B. Pro 11:18-19 The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward. (19) As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
C. Psa 32:2 Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile.
6. Psalm 24:1-10 The earth is the Lord's.
Thanksgiving- More Than a Meal
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1. Luke 17:12-19 Ten lepers healed.
A. They all lifted up their voices.
B. All ten were cleansed (make clean)
C. Nine of them just kept going after they got what they wanted.
D. Only one was made whole (sozo- saved)
Only the one who came back and gave thanks was made whole.
Are we really thankful?
We say we are but!
A. People start decorating in August for the devil's holiday (Halloween) which comes the last of October with grand visions of a bag of candy for their kids.
B. By the first of October the vision has moved forward to Christmas which should be about the birth of Christ but is now watered down to a competition about who puts up their decorations first and who's got their shopping done.
Somewhere in the middle of all this chaos is a day set aside for all the nation to give thanks unto God- It's called Thanksgiving.
A. For many its come to be known as the meal before black Friday. (Black Friday is the day when people stay up all night and fist fight in department stores over stuff they don't even need. A place where the words Thanks or Giving have no place.
The point I want to make here is that Psalm 9:17 says: The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Abigail Van Buren- If you don't value what you have, you are sure to lose it.
“People say you don't know what you've got until it's gone. Truth is, you knew what you had, you just never thought you'd lose it.” ?
Right now there is a move in this country trying to get us to skip Thanksgiving.
It's the same move that is trying to get us to quit having Church!
The truth is we are commanded to do both-Psa 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Thanksgiving is more than a meal- It is the name given to day consecrated to God to give thanks for all that he has done for us.
2. Matt 26:26 The disciples were eating more than a meal.
A. It was just bread and wine until Jesus gave it significance.
Tonight we will honor the Lord's table with thanksgiving.
Tomorrow we will honor our table with thanksgiving.
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1. Luke 17:12-19 Ten lepers healed.
A. They all lifted up their voices.
B. All ten were cleansed (make clean)
C. Nine of them just kept going after they got what they wanted.
D. Only one was made whole (sozo- saved)
Only the one who came back and gave thanks was made whole.
Are we really thankful?
We say we are but!
A. People start decorating in August for the devil's holiday (Halloween) which comes the last of October with grand visions of a bag of candy for their kids.
B. By the first of October the vision has moved forward to Christmas which should be about the birth of Christ but is now watered down to a competition about who puts up their decorations first and who's got their shopping done.
Somewhere in the middle of all this chaos is a day set aside for all the nation to give thanks unto God- It's called Thanksgiving.
A. For many its come to be known as the meal before black Friday. (Black Friday is the day when people stay up all night and fist fight in department stores over stuff they don't even need. A place where the words Thanks or Giving have no place.
The point I want to make here is that Psalm 9:17 says: The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Abigail Van Buren- If you don't value what you have, you are sure to lose it.
“People say you don't know what you've got until it's gone. Truth is, you knew what you had, you just never thought you'd lose it.” ?
Right now there is a move in this country trying to get us to skip Thanksgiving.
It's the same move that is trying to get us to quit having Church!
The truth is we are commanded to do both-Psa 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Thanksgiving is more than a meal- It is the name given to day consecrated to God to give thanks for all that he has done for us.
2. Matt 26:26 The disciples were eating more than a meal.
A. It was just bread and wine until Jesus gave it significance.
Tonight we will honor the Lord's table with thanksgiving.
Tomorrow we will honor our table with thanksgiving.
What Are Your Expectations?
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1. Acts 3:1-10 Lame man at the gate.
A. He sought daily.
B. V.5 He expected to receive something from them.
C. His expectation became a testimony to the goodness of God.
2. 2Kings 13:14-19 The King of Israel strikes the ground 3 times.
A. Maybe Joash was just trying to appease the dying prophet.
B. No matter what the situation right in front of you is, you cannot let it hinder your expectation.
3. 1Kings 18:21-39 God answers with fire.
A. The water dampened the wood, but not Elijah's expectation.
B. V.49 The prophets of Baal died because of their expectation in a false god.
*V. 41-46 Elijah didn't need to see the full storm- He just needed to see God was moving.
A. Elijah refused to let go of his expectation- He sent the servant seven times.
The cloud was small at first and then the heavens became black with clouds, wind, and rain.
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1. Acts 3:1-10 Lame man at the gate.
A. He sought daily.
B. V.5 He expected to receive something from them.
C. His expectation became a testimony to the goodness of God.
2. 2Kings 13:14-19 The King of Israel strikes the ground 3 times.
A. Maybe Joash was just trying to appease the dying prophet.
B. No matter what the situation right in front of you is, you cannot let it hinder your expectation.
3. 1Kings 18:21-39 God answers with fire.
A. The water dampened the wood, but not Elijah's expectation.
B. V.49 The prophets of Baal died because of their expectation in a false god.
*V. 41-46 Elijah didn't need to see the full storm- He just needed to see God was moving.
A. Elijah refused to let go of his expectation- He sent the servant seven times.
The cloud was small at first and then the heavens became black with clouds, wind, and rain.
Holding Fast
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1. Heb 10:21-23 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Without wavering.
B. Jas 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
Wavering causes instability.
We must make up our mind whether we are going to believe the Bible and follow God or not.
2. Acts 21:10-13 Paul was ready to die for the name of Jesus.
Job 13:15-16 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. (16) He also shall be my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him.
3. Gen 32:24-26 Jacob wouldn't let go until he got his blessing.
A. Jacob wasn't blessed because he was perfect, he was blessed because he refusd to let go.
4. Eph 6:10-18 We must stand strong in the Lord.
A. The battle we are fighting is a spiritual battle.
B. 2Co 10:4-5 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) (5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
We are not standing alone!
5. Heb 12:22-29 All of heaven stands with us.
Are you one that can be shaken or are you holding fast
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1. Heb 10:21-23 Hold fast the profession of our faith.
A. Without wavering.
B. Jas 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. (7) For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. (8) A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
Wavering causes instability.
We must make up our mind whether we are going to believe the Bible and follow God or not.
2. Acts 21:10-13 Paul was ready to die for the name of Jesus.
Job 13:15-16 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. (16) He also shall be my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him.
3. Gen 32:24-26 Jacob wouldn't let go until he got his blessing.
A. Jacob wasn't blessed because he was perfect, he was blessed because he refusd to let go.
4. Eph 6:10-18 We must stand strong in the Lord.
A. The battle we are fighting is a spiritual battle.
B. 2Co 10:4-5 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) (5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
We are not standing alone!
5. Heb 12:22-29 All of heaven stands with us.
Are you one that can be shaken or are you holding fast
Wait
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1. Isaiah 40:18-31 They that wait upon the Lord.
A. We want instant gratification.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
The strength of a Child of God is not in what they see, but in what they know.
A. Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Heb 10:35-37 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. (37) For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.
The Wait- The wait is the time period between when you ask and when the manifestation comes.
A. It determines the outcome of what we have been asking for.
B. It should be the time when we are re-enforcing our faith.
2. Acts 1:1-8 Being assembled together with them.
A. Commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise 0f the Father.
1Co 15:6 After that, he was seen of above five hundred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep.
B. Acts 1:15 tells us there were about 120 in the upper room.
3. Acts 2:1-4 The power of God fell.
A. It is 50 days from Resurrection to Pentecost- Jesus was with them 40 days.
B. Only a little more than 1/5th of the people were willing to wait 10 days on the power of God.
The Power of God came to those that were willing to wait upon the Lord!
Those that waited were all with one accord in one place-
A. There was an expectancy.
B. They didn't know what God was going to do, but they knew he was going to do something.
C. Remember- Our strength comes from Knowing...
God is about to do something!
A. Ivan Povlov- used a bell to cause dogs to salivate for food.
B. God is ringing our bell!
Are you willing to wait and pray in one accord until the power of God manifests?
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1. Isaiah 40:18-31 They that wait upon the Lord.
A. We want instant gratification.
2Pe 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
The strength of a Child of God is not in what they see, but in what they know.
A. Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Heb 10:35-37 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. (36) For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. (37) For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.
The Wait- The wait is the time period between when you ask and when the manifestation comes.
A. It determines the outcome of what we have been asking for.
B. It should be the time when we are re-enforcing our faith.
2. Acts 1:1-8 Being assembled together with them.
A. Commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise 0f the Father.
1Co 15:6 After that, he was seen of above five hundred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep.
B. Acts 1:15 tells us there were about 120 in the upper room.
3. Acts 2:1-4 The power of God fell.
A. It is 50 days from Resurrection to Pentecost- Jesus was with them 40 days.
B. Only a little more than 1/5th of the people were willing to wait 10 days on the power of God.
The Power of God came to those that were willing to wait upon the Lord!
Those that waited were all with one accord in one place-
A. There was an expectancy.
B. They didn't know what God was going to do, but they knew he was going to do something.
C. Remember- Our strength comes from Knowing...
God is about to do something!
A. Ivan Povlov- used a bell to cause dogs to salivate for food.
B. God is ringing our bell!
Are you willing to wait and pray in one accord until the power of God manifests?
Nevertheless
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1. Numbers 13:1-2 Search out the land which I give.
A. Every man a ruler.
V. 17-20 Their assignment.
V. 21-27 The Report.
V. 28-33 The Report according to their human reasoning.
Nevertheless!
They allowed fear to overcome the Word of the Lord to them.
A. God never told them to go see if it was a land they could take.
When you face a situation you must ask yourself- Is this bigger than God?
These leaders flip flopped their story when they took the situation out of God's hands and put in theirs.
Their refusal to believe that God was bigger than what they were facing caused them to wander the wilderness until they died.
2. Luke 5:1-7 Let down your nets for a draught.
A. V. 5 Human reasoning kicked in.
Nevertheless! At Thy Word I Will!
Peter's willingness to put Jesus' Word over his own natural thinking not only brought him into a place of blessing and prosperity, but his friends also.
Psa 119:89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Who's report are you going to believe?
Are you going to look at that giant and shake in your boots or are you going to take it down with the Rock.
Don't let Fear cause you to lose faith.
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1. Numbers 13:1-2 Search out the land which I give.
A. Every man a ruler.
V. 17-20 Their assignment.
V. 21-27 The Report.
V. 28-33 The Report according to their human reasoning.
Nevertheless!
They allowed fear to overcome the Word of the Lord to them.
A. God never told them to go see if it was a land they could take.
When you face a situation you must ask yourself- Is this bigger than God?
These leaders flip flopped their story when they took the situation out of God's hands and put in theirs.
Their refusal to believe that God was bigger than what they were facing caused them to wander the wilderness until they died.
2. Luke 5:1-7 Let down your nets for a draught.
A. V. 5 Human reasoning kicked in.
Nevertheless! At Thy Word I Will!
Peter's willingness to put Jesus' Word over his own natural thinking not only brought him into a place of blessing and prosperity, but his friends also.
Psa 119:89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
Who's report are you going to believe?
Are you going to look at that giant and shake in your boots or are you going to take it down with the Rock.
Don't let Fear cause you to lose faith.
A Lying Spirit
NGC (online) 10-28-20
1. 1Kings 22:20-22 A lying spirit.
A. The lying spirit told Ahab what he wanted to hear.
What is the purpose of a lying spirit?
A. To get someone to believe what he is saying.
B. You will act on what you believe.
There is a lying spirit loose in our country-
A. It's offering pie in the sky with no reprecussions.
B. You cannot give something away that you do not have.
C. The government has no money- It is your tax money- Your Social Security.
People are believing the lie that Government will take care of them!
Now let me tell you about another lying spirit-
A. It is operating in the Body of Christ.
It too is offering pie in the sky- I can live my life however I want to and there are no reprecussions.
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
It has gotten Christians to believe that watching someone else worship is just as good as going to church and worshiping.
Rom 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
A. Because of Chrona there are those that need to stay home- please do.
B. There are those that use Chrona as an excuse to not go to church and worship.
God knows the difference-
Chrona virus does not nullify the Word of God-
Heb 10:21-25 And having an high priest over the house of God; (22) Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. (23) Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) (24) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: (25) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
Many of those who refuse to come to church have no problem going to Walmart, Dollar Store, or driving around and getting something to eat- They believe the lie that they won't get it that way.
The truth is we need each other-
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Do a Spiritual Check-up on yourself-
A. Do I have a genuine health concern.
B. Have I gotten use to staying home.
C. Am I putting other things before my commitment to the Lord.
All I'm asking is that we open our eyes to see if we are believing truth or are we being influenced by a lying spirit?
NGC (online) 10-28-20
1. 1Kings 22:20-22 A lying spirit.
A. The lying spirit told Ahab what he wanted to hear.
What is the purpose of a lying spirit?
A. To get someone to believe what he is saying.
B. You will act on what you believe.
There is a lying spirit loose in our country-
A. It's offering pie in the sky with no reprecussions.
B. You cannot give something away that you do not have.
C. The government has no money- It is your tax money- Your Social Security.
People are believing the lie that Government will take care of them!
Now let me tell you about another lying spirit-
A. It is operating in the Body of Christ.
It too is offering pie in the sky- I can live my life however I want to and there are no reprecussions.
1Co 6:19-20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (20) For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.
It has gotten Christians to believe that watching someone else worship is just as good as going to church and worshiping.
Rom 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
A. Because of Chrona there are those that need to stay home- please do.
B. There are those that use Chrona as an excuse to not go to church and worship.
God knows the difference-
Chrona virus does not nullify the Word of God-
Heb 10:21-25 And having an high priest over the house of God; (22) Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. (23) Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) (24) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: (25) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
Many of those who refuse to come to church have no problem going to Walmart, Dollar Store, or driving around and getting something to eat- They believe the lie that they won't get it that way.
The truth is we need each other-
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Do a Spiritual Check-up on yourself-
A. Do I have a genuine health concern.
B. Have I gotten use to staying home.
C. Am I putting other things before my commitment to the Lord.
All I'm asking is that we open our eyes to see if we are believing truth or are we being influenced by a lying spirit?
Stand Strong
NGC (online) 10-25-20
1. Neh 6:1-16 The enemy tries to stop the work of God.
A. 5 times they tried to get him to quit and come and talk.
a. You can't get anything done by just talking about it
Pro 20:6 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?
B. They accused him of rebeling and doing his own thing.
b. When you have an assignment from God, you can't go along with what everyone else is doing.
* People tried to get Dad Hagin to buy a tent.
C. They tried to get him to lock himself up and hide and be afraid.
c. Carrying out the plan of God does not mean you won't have some trouble, but you can't get over into fear.
D. When they saw and heard the work was done- They were much cast down; They perceived the work was wrought of God.
2. 2Kings 18:1-7 Hezekiah rebelled against the king of Assyria.
A. The king sent Rabshaken to threaten them.
B. 2Kings 19:32-37 God fights for Hezekiah.
3. Luke 13:31-33 The Pharisees try to get Jesus to run from Herod.
When you know God is on your side, you don't run, you don't hide, you don't get afraid.
You stand strong and allow God to get the victory through you.
NGC (online) 10-25-20
1. Neh 6:1-16 The enemy tries to stop the work of God.
A. 5 times they tried to get him to quit and come and talk.
a. You can't get anything done by just talking about it
Pro 20:6 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?
B. They accused him of rebeling and doing his own thing.
b. When you have an assignment from God, you can't go along with what everyone else is doing.
* People tried to get Dad Hagin to buy a tent.
C. They tried to get him to lock himself up and hide and be afraid.
c. Carrying out the plan of God does not mean you won't have some trouble, but you can't get over into fear.
D. When they saw and heard the work was done- They were much cast down; They perceived the work was wrought of God.
2. 2Kings 18:1-7 Hezekiah rebelled against the king of Assyria.
A. The king sent Rabshaken to threaten them.
B. 2Kings 19:32-37 God fights for Hezekiah.
3. Luke 13:31-33 The Pharisees try to get Jesus to run from Herod.
When you know God is on your side, you don't run, you don't hide, you don't get afraid.
You stand strong and allow God to get the victory through you.
Available
NGC 10-21-20
1. Ezek 22:24-31 Someone to stand in the gap.
A. Eze 22:24-31 "Son of man, tell her, 'You're a land that during the time I was angry with you got no rain, not so much as a spring shower. (25) The leaders among you became desperate, like roaring, ravaging lions killing indiscriminately. They grabbed and looted, leaving widows in their wake. (26) "'Your priests violated my law and desecrated my holy things. They can't tell the difference between sacred and secular. They tell people there's no difference between right and wrong. They're contemptuous of my holy Sabbaths, profaning me by trying to pull me down to their level. (27) Your politicians are like wolves prowling and killing and rapaciously taking whatever they want. (28) Your preachers cover up for the politicians by pretending to have received visions and special revelations. They say, "This is what GOD, the Master, says . . ." when GOD hasn't said so much as one word. (29) Extortion is rife, robbery is epidemic, the poor and needy are abused, outsiders are kicked around at will, with no access to justice.' (30) "I looked for someone to stand up for me against all this, to repair the defenses of the city, to take a stand for me and stand in the gap to protect this land so I wouldn't have to destroy it. I couldn't find anyone. Not one. (31) So I'll empty out my wrath on them, burn them to a crisp with my hot anger, serve them with the consequences of all they've done. Decree of GOD, the Master."MSG
No one was willing to to make themselves available to stand in the gap.
A. They were so ingrained and comfortable with the way things were, they were uninterested what God wanted.
Mat 23:37 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
All through the Bible God has done great things through ordinary people.- They were not chosen based upon their ability, but on their availability.
2. Josh 2:18-21 Rahab made herself available to God's men.
A. Heb 11:31 By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.
B. She became the great grandmother of David.
3. 1Sam 16:6-13 God chose David.
A. David was not even considered by his father.
B. David had been making himself available to God out in the pasture.
C. God used the lineage of David to bring us Jesus.
4. Luke 1:26-38 Mary made herself available to God.
A. She was the mother of Jesus.
What does it take to make yourself available to God?
5. Isaiah 6:1-8 Here am I.
A. Once Isaiah's sins were purged he volunteered himself to God.
NGC 10-21-20
1. Ezek 22:24-31 Someone to stand in the gap.
A. Eze 22:24-31 "Son of man, tell her, 'You're a land that during the time I was angry with you got no rain, not so much as a spring shower. (25) The leaders among you became desperate, like roaring, ravaging lions killing indiscriminately. They grabbed and looted, leaving widows in their wake. (26) "'Your priests violated my law and desecrated my holy things. They can't tell the difference between sacred and secular. They tell people there's no difference between right and wrong. They're contemptuous of my holy Sabbaths, profaning me by trying to pull me down to their level. (27) Your politicians are like wolves prowling and killing and rapaciously taking whatever they want. (28) Your preachers cover up for the politicians by pretending to have received visions and special revelations. They say, "This is what GOD, the Master, says . . ." when GOD hasn't said so much as one word. (29) Extortion is rife, robbery is epidemic, the poor and needy are abused, outsiders are kicked around at will, with no access to justice.' (30) "I looked for someone to stand up for me against all this, to repair the defenses of the city, to take a stand for me and stand in the gap to protect this land so I wouldn't have to destroy it. I couldn't find anyone. Not one. (31) So I'll empty out my wrath on them, burn them to a crisp with my hot anger, serve them with the consequences of all they've done. Decree of GOD, the Master."MSG
No one was willing to to make themselves available to stand in the gap.
A. They were so ingrained and comfortable with the way things were, they were uninterested what God wanted.
Mat 23:37 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
All through the Bible God has done great things through ordinary people.- They were not chosen based upon their ability, but on their availability.
2. Josh 2:18-21 Rahab made herself available to God's men.
A. Heb 11:31 By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.
B. She became the great grandmother of David.
3. 1Sam 16:6-13 God chose David.
A. David was not even considered by his father.
B. David had been making himself available to God out in the pasture.
C. God used the lineage of David to bring us Jesus.
4. Luke 1:26-38 Mary made herself available to God.
A. She was the mother of Jesus.
What does it take to make yourself available to God?
5. Isaiah 6:1-8 Here am I.
A. Once Isaiah's sins were purged he volunteered himself to God.
Touch Not
NGC (online) 10-18-20
1. John 1:29 Behold the Lamb.
A. The devil had been trying to kill Jesus from the time the angels and wise men announced his arrivial.
B. Why? God told him he would be coming for him.
Gen 3:15 And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her Offspring; He will bruise and tread your head underfoot, and you will lie in wait and bruise His heel. Amp
Satan gained control of the world system when he tricked Adam and Eve into disobeying God through the law of free-will.
Once the announcement of the arrival of someone to take away the sins of the world was made, satan knew he was in big trouble. He had to try to stop God's plan.
When the devil provoked the religious leaders to crucify Jesus, he had no idea that he was carrying out the plan of God.
The first Adam sold out mankind in the hopes of making himself be like God.
The last Adam, Jesus Christ, sold out his own life so that mankind could be like God.
Jesus, an innocent man paid the price for the sins of a guilty world.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Jesus legally through free-will became our substitute-
Satan however illegally punished an innocent man for the crimes of others.
2. Isaiah 53:5-12 God allowed Jesus to suffer for us and break the devils control over mankind.
Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
Satan made a mistake when he put his hands on Jesus-
Psa 105:15 Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm.
2Co 1:21 Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God;
Satan has made another mistake- Once again he has tried to stop God's anointed ones.
Jesus ended up in a grave, but he came out with all Power.
David ended up in a cave, but he came out mighty.
Some of us have ended up in quarantine, but we are coming out with Holy Ghost fire in our eyes.
There is a move of God in Eastern Ky. and the devil cannot stop it no matter how hard he tries.
Num 23:20 Behold, I have received commandment to bless: and he hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it.
It's time for the Church to quit being the thermostat and be the thermometer.
NGC (online) 10-18-20
1. John 1:29 Behold the Lamb.
A. The devil had been trying to kill Jesus from the time the angels and wise men announced his arrivial.
B. Why? God told him he would be coming for him.
Gen 3:15 And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her Offspring; He will bruise and tread your head underfoot, and you will lie in wait and bruise His heel. Amp
Satan gained control of the world system when he tricked Adam and Eve into disobeying God through the law of free-will.
Once the announcement of the arrival of someone to take away the sins of the world was made, satan knew he was in big trouble. He had to try to stop God's plan.
When the devil provoked the religious leaders to crucify Jesus, he had no idea that he was carrying out the plan of God.
The first Adam sold out mankind in the hopes of making himself be like God.
The last Adam, Jesus Christ, sold out his own life so that mankind could be like God.
Jesus, an innocent man paid the price for the sins of a guilty world.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Jesus legally through free-will became our substitute-
Satan however illegally punished an innocent man for the crimes of others.
2. Isaiah 53:5-12 God allowed Jesus to suffer for us and break the devils control over mankind.
Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; (14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; (15) And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
Satan made a mistake when he put his hands on Jesus-
Psa 105:15 Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm.
2Co 1:21 Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God;
Satan has made another mistake- Once again he has tried to stop God's anointed ones.
Jesus ended up in a grave, but he came out with all Power.
David ended up in a cave, but he came out mighty.
Some of us have ended up in quarantine, but we are coming out with Holy Ghost fire in our eyes.
There is a move of God in Eastern Ky. and the devil cannot stop it no matter how hard he tries.
Num 23:20 Behold, I have received commandment to bless: and he hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it.
It's time for the Church to quit being the thermostat and be the thermometer.
Choose Jesus
NGC 10-11-20
1. Matt 27:16-25 What shall I do with Jesus?
A. Barabbas represents the world- John: Robber; Mark: Murderer
B V.18- Envy: To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; to repine at another's prosperity; to fret or grieve one's self at the real or supposed superiority of another, and to hate him on that account. Webster
C. V. 20 The Religious leaders persuaded the multitude to ask for Barabbas.
D. V. 22 What shall I do then with Jesus.
E. V. 25 His blood be on us and on our children.
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world.
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Don't love the world's ways. Don't love the world's goods. Love of the world squeezes out love for the Father. (16) Practically everything that goes on in the world--wanting your own way, wanting everything for yourself, wanting to appear important--has nothing to do with the Father. It just isolates you from him. (17) The world and all its wanting, wanting, wanting is on the way out--but whoever does what God wants is set for eternity.
Once again the stage is set- The decision must be made- The World or Jesus
A. Choosing the world means crucifying Jesus (Christianity) And the blood of our children on our hands.
You can't have it both ways-
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
Thank God for the internet as a means to share the Gospel- But you can;t get everything you need from watching a screen.
Act 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
The camera cannot absorb the presence of the Spirit and distribute it the way it is given when a body of believers comes together to seek Him.
Psa 63:1-5 <A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.> O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; (2) To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary. (3) Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. (4) Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name. (5) My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
We are right in the middle of a Jesus movement-
What are you going to do with Jesus?
A. Are you willing to lay down the world in order to have Jesus?
We have prayed for years for a move of God- Are we willing to clear our schedule to make room for Him?
3. Philp 3:7-10 Paul counted all things for loss.
That I may know Him and the power of his resurrection!
I'll take Presence over Prominence and Position; Pursuits; Popularity; Pleasure.
Psa 16:11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
NGC 10-11-20
1. Matt 27:16-25 What shall I do with Jesus?
A. Barabbas represents the world- John: Robber; Mark: Murderer
B V.18- Envy: To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; to repine at another's prosperity; to fret or grieve one's self at the real or supposed superiority of another, and to hate him on that account. Webster
C. V. 20 The Religious leaders persuaded the multitude to ask for Barabbas.
D. V. 22 What shall I do then with Jesus.
E. V. 25 His blood be on us and on our children.
2. 1John 2:15-17 Love not the world.
A. 1Jn 2:15-17 Don't love the world's ways. Don't love the world's goods. Love of the world squeezes out love for the Father. (16) Practically everything that goes on in the world--wanting your own way, wanting everything for yourself, wanting to appear important--has nothing to do with the Father. It just isolates you from him. (17) The world and all its wanting, wanting, wanting is on the way out--but whoever does what God wants is set for eternity.
Once again the stage is set- The decision must be made- The World or Jesus
A. Choosing the world means crucifying Jesus (Christianity) And the blood of our children on our hands.
You can't have it both ways-
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
Thank God for the internet as a means to share the Gospel- But you can;t get everything you need from watching a screen.
Act 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
The camera cannot absorb the presence of the Spirit and distribute it the way it is given when a body of believers comes together to seek Him.
Psa 63:1-5 <A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.> O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; (2) To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary. (3) Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. (4) Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name. (5) My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
We are right in the middle of a Jesus movement-
What are you going to do with Jesus?
A. Are you willing to lay down the world in order to have Jesus?
We have prayed for years for a move of God- Are we willing to clear our schedule to make room for Him?
3. Philp 3:7-10 Paul counted all things for loss.
That I may know Him and the power of his resurrection!
I'll take Presence over Prominence and Position; Pursuits; Popularity; Pleasure.
Psa 16:11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
Shout
NGC 10-7-20
1. Psalm 5:11-12 Shout for joy.
A. Those that put their trust in thee.
B. Favour will compass as with a shield.
Psa 35:27-28 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant. (28) And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.
2. Isaiah 12:2-6 Cry out and shout.
A. With joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
A "Shout" is the voice of victory.
A. It says "If God be for us, who can be against us".
3. Numbers 23:19-24 The shout of a king is among them.
A. Balaam couldn't curse them.
4. Joshua 6:20 Jericho walls fell when the people shouted.
5. 2Chron 13:12-15 God smote Jeroboam when Judah shouted.
6. Ezra 3:10-13 God is relaying the foundations for his house.
A. The old and the new coming together to raise praise to God before the greatest shout of all.
1Th 4:16-17 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
NGC 10-7-20
1. Psalm 5:11-12 Shout for joy.
A. Those that put their trust in thee.
B. Favour will compass as with a shield.
Psa 35:27-28 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant. (28) And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.
2. Isaiah 12:2-6 Cry out and shout.
A. With joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.
A "Shout" is the voice of victory.
A. It says "If God be for us, who can be against us".
3. Numbers 23:19-24 The shout of a king is among them.
A. Balaam couldn't curse them.
4. Joshua 6:20 Jericho walls fell when the people shouted.
5. 2Chron 13:12-15 God smote Jeroboam when Judah shouted.
6. Ezra 3:10-13 God is relaying the foundations for his house.
A. The old and the new coming together to raise praise to God before the greatest shout of all.
1Th 4:16-17 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: (17) Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Increasing Your Faith
NGC 10-4-20
1. Acts 27:13-26 I believe God.
What would happen if we really believed God?
Paul's belief in what God said did not stop everything bad from happening.
A. He ended up shipwrecked.
B. He was bitten by a viper.
What was it that drove Paul's faith?
A. He believed God's Word concerning his destination.
God has said many things in his Word that people struggle with concerning their faith.
2. Mark 9:23-24 Help thou mine unbelief.
When things start to get a little shaky in our faith we must set our mind on what we know we believe with all our heart.
Col 3:1-2 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. (2) Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.
Salvation is our most basic belief in what God has said to us.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Start out with your confession of faith concerning your salvation.
A. If you believe that a God you have never seen will someday take you to heaven, then you have already taken a giant step of faith.
Now it is time to increase your faith.
3. 1Peter 2:2-3 Desire the sincere milk of the Word.
A. That ye may grow thereby.
Caution! Babies grow differently- Don't get caught up in the comparison trap.
Now that you are sucking up the Word, remember this is the same Word that brought you salvation- If the Word of salvation was true so is the rest of it.
4. Heb 5:12-14 Begin to use what you have learned.
A. As you exercise your faith you will graduate to the meat.
Remember Paul- Even those on meat have attacks.
God's principles and promises aren't for just a few- They are for all.
5. Eph 4:11-16 The Ministry Gift's help to mature us.
A. God wants us all to become mature people in our faith.
As we increase our faith and grow in God, there will be a lot of growing pains.
Just stay focused on your destination and you will arrive in full force.
NGC 10-4-20
1. Acts 27:13-26 I believe God.
What would happen if we really believed God?
Paul's belief in what God said did not stop everything bad from happening.
A. He ended up shipwrecked.
B. He was bitten by a viper.
What was it that drove Paul's faith?
A. He believed God's Word concerning his destination.
God has said many things in his Word that people struggle with concerning their faith.
2. Mark 9:23-24 Help thou mine unbelief.
When things start to get a little shaky in our faith we must set our mind on what we know we believe with all our heart.
Col 3:1-2 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. (2) Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.
Salvation is our most basic belief in what God has said to us.
Rom 10:9-10 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Start out with your confession of faith concerning your salvation.
A. If you believe that a God you have never seen will someday take you to heaven, then you have already taken a giant step of faith.
Now it is time to increase your faith.
3. 1Peter 2:2-3 Desire the sincere milk of the Word.
A. That ye may grow thereby.
Caution! Babies grow differently- Don't get caught up in the comparison trap.
Now that you are sucking up the Word, remember this is the same Word that brought you salvation- If the Word of salvation was true so is the rest of it.
4. Heb 5:12-14 Begin to use what you have learned.
A. As you exercise your faith you will graduate to the meat.
Remember Paul- Even those on meat have attacks.
God's principles and promises aren't for just a few- They are for all.
5. Eph 4:11-16 The Ministry Gift's help to mature us.
A. God wants us all to become mature people in our faith.
As we increase our faith and grow in God, there will be a lot of growing pains.
Just stay focused on your destination and you will arrive in full force.
Seekers
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1. Gal 6:7-9 This is a spiritual law.
A. We must sow to the Spirit so we can reap life.
Illustration- A battery is a storage container for energy- It must receive energy on a regular basis if it is expected to give energy when needed.
2Co 9:6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
This law holds true in our relationship with God.
2. Heb 11:6 God rewards those who diligently seek him.
A. Diligence requires that I put something into it.
3. Mark 10:46-52 Are we diligent enough to ignore peer pressure and outside interference?
A. Bartimaeus didn't back down because of the people.
B. Jesus called for him because he persisted.
4. John 4:23 The Father is a seeker.
A. The Father seeks true worshippers.
True worshippers like Bartimaeus are not influenced by people's opinions.
True worshippers don't get offended and quit.
Joh 6:66-69 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. (67) Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? (68) Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. (69) And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
Seekers realize that the only thing important in this life is a relationship with Jesus.
5. Mark 8:34-38 We must deny ourselves.
Psa 42:1-2 As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. (2) My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God:
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1. Gal 6:7-9 This is a spiritual law.
A. We must sow to the Spirit so we can reap life.
Illustration- A battery is a storage container for energy- It must receive energy on a regular basis if it is expected to give energy when needed.
2Co 9:6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
This law holds true in our relationship with God.
2. Heb 11:6 God rewards those who diligently seek him.
A. Diligence requires that I put something into it.
3. Mark 10:46-52 Are we diligent enough to ignore peer pressure and outside interference?
A. Bartimaeus didn't back down because of the people.
B. Jesus called for him because he persisted.
4. John 4:23 The Father is a seeker.
A. The Father seeks true worshippers.
True worshippers like Bartimaeus are not influenced by people's opinions.
True worshippers don't get offended and quit.
Joh 6:66-69 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. (67) Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? (68) Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. (69) And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
Seekers realize that the only thing important in this life is a relationship with Jesus.
5. Mark 8:34-38 We must deny ourselves.
Psa 42:1-2 As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. (2) My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God:
God Has Heard
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1. Isaiah 66:8 As soon as Zion travailed.
A. Travail- to dance or twirl in pain- Be sorrowful.
Psa 86:7 In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me.
2. Jere 4:31 God hears our voice when we cry out because of wrong doing.
A. We need to cry out for the babies.
B. We need to cry out for the children that have been taken.
The only thing neccessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing- Edmund Burke
Bad men need nothing more to compass their ends, than that good men should look on and do nothing.” John Stuart Mill 1867.
Over the years we have watched as bad people have slowly corrupted everything in our society including the Word of God.
3. Isaiah 5:20-24 God gave warning through Isaiah.
A. Num 32:23 Be sure your sin will find you out.
God has heard the cry of his people and has given us a new season- An Outpouring of His Spirit.
What do we need to do?
Repent: Act 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
4. Eph 5:15-21 Get full of the Spirit.
A.Psa 92:10 But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
5. Phil 3:13-14 Press in.
A. When a woman is giving birth she is told to push!
Begin to open your mouth and pray in tongues- You are praying directly to God; You are praying out mysteries; you are edifing and preparing yourself for whats to come.
Begin to declare and decree with your mouth that strong holds are coming down- Peoples eyes opened to the truth of all the evil going on.
Ask for and receive the Gifts of the Spirit that God desires for you to operate in.
1Co 12:7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.
This Outpouring is not just for a few- It is for the Church to rise up and show the glory of God!
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1. Isaiah 66:8 As soon as Zion travailed.
A. Travail- to dance or twirl in pain- Be sorrowful.
Psa 86:7 In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me.
2. Jere 4:31 God hears our voice when we cry out because of wrong doing.
A. We need to cry out for the babies.
B. We need to cry out for the children that have been taken.
The only thing neccessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing- Edmund Burke
Bad men need nothing more to compass their ends, than that good men should look on and do nothing.” John Stuart Mill 1867.
Over the years we have watched as bad people have slowly corrupted everything in our society including the Word of God.
3. Isaiah 5:20-24 God gave warning through Isaiah.
A. Num 32:23 Be sure your sin will find you out.
God has heard the cry of his people and has given us a new season- An Outpouring of His Spirit.
What do we need to do?
Repent: Act 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
4. Eph 5:15-21 Get full of the Spirit.
A.Psa 92:10 But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
5. Phil 3:13-14 Press in.
A. When a woman is giving birth she is told to push!
Begin to open your mouth and pray in tongues- You are praying directly to God; You are praying out mysteries; you are edifing and preparing yourself for whats to come.
Begin to declare and decree with your mouth that strong holds are coming down- Peoples eyes opened to the truth of all the evil going on.
Ask for and receive the Gifts of the Spirit that God desires for you to operate in.
1Co 12:7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.
This Outpouring is not just for a few- It is for the Church to rise up and show the glory of God!
In Search of God
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1. Acts 17:24-28 Seek the Lord.
A. In Him we live and move and have our being.Joh 15:5
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
Our hearts cry ought to be to know the Lord in a greater measure than we ever have.
V.29-31 Mankind is seeking everything except God and judgement is coming.
2. 2Tim 3:1-7 We are living in perilous times.
A. God is no longer winking at ignorance- He commands Repentance.
3. Isaiah 55:6-7 Seek the Lord while he may be found.
A. A lot of people think because God will abundantly pardon they can just keep getting away with disobeying him.
B. Samson knew not that the Lord was departed from him.
4. Mal 3:6-7 Return unto me and I will return unto you.
A. God longs for his people to seek him so he can bless them.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
How do we seek the face of God?
2Ch 7:15 Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.
Elisha sought God.
2Ki 2:14 And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the LORD God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over.
5. 1Kings 19:11-13 God was in the still small voice.
Seek to hear the still small voice. Seek the presence of God and spend time there.
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1. Acts 17:24-28 Seek the Lord.
A. In Him we live and move and have our being.Joh 15:5
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
Our hearts cry ought to be to know the Lord in a greater measure than we ever have.
V.29-31 Mankind is seeking everything except God and judgement is coming.
2. 2Tim 3:1-7 We are living in perilous times.
A. God is no longer winking at ignorance- He commands Repentance.
3. Isaiah 55:6-7 Seek the Lord while he may be found.
A. A lot of people think because God will abundantly pardon they can just keep getting away with disobeying him.
B. Samson knew not that the Lord was departed from him.
4. Mal 3:6-7 Return unto me and I will return unto you.
A. God longs for his people to seek him so he can bless them.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
How do we seek the face of God?
2Ch 7:15 Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.
Elisha sought God.
2Ki 2:14 And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the LORD God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over.
5. 1Kings 19:11-13 God was in the still small voice.
Seek to hear the still small voice. Seek the presence of God and spend time there.
Promise in a Pandemic
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1. Numbers 23:19 God doesn't lie.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
God's Word is forever settled and established.
A Pandemic doesn't nullify the Promises of God.
2. Romans 10:9-10 The Greatest Promise. God's promise to the unsaved.
A. Rom 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
B. 1Jo 2:25 And this is the promise that he hath promised us, even eternal life,
Once we receive the promise of salvation, then all the Kingdom promises are available to you.
3. 2Peter 1:1-4 Great and precious promises.
A. Knowledge of him is what opens the door for us to be partakers of the promises.
B. If I don't know about something, I can't partake in it.
Even the promise of salvation is useless if we don't know about it.
Rom 10:14-16 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! 16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah saith, Lord, who hath believed our report?
Three things that activate the promises of God- Hearing; Believing; Acting. Faith!
4. Acts 2:38-39 Second greatest promise. The Holy Spirit.
A. Joh 4:14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
B. Joh 7:38-39 He that believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. 39 (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)
C. Act 2:31-33 He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption. 32 This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses. 33 Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.
Just like Salvation, the baptism of the Spirit or being filled with the Spirit must be received by faith.
Rom 4:16 Therefore it is of faith, that it might be by grace; to the end the promise might be sure to all the seed; not to that only which is of the law, but to that also which is of the faith of Abraham; who is the father of us all,
5. John 10:9-10 God's promise of Abundant Life.
A. Joh 10:9-10 I am the Door; anyone who enters in through Me will be saved (will live). He will come in and he will go out [freely], and will find pasture. 10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows).AMP
Abundant life is not the absence of trouble, but the ability to have and enjoy life right in the middle of trouble.
A lot of people have developed the Hee Haw attitude- Gloom,despair, and agony on me.
Abundant Life is prospering in all areas of life.
A. 3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
I choose to believe the Promises of God!
Providence through Salvation- Power through the Holy Spirit- Provision through Abundant Life.
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1. Numbers 23:19 God doesn't lie.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
God's Word is forever settled and established.
A Pandemic doesn't nullify the Promises of God.
2. Romans 10:9-10 The Greatest Promise. God's promise to the unsaved.
A. Rom 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
B. 1Jo 2:25 And this is the promise that he hath promised us, even eternal life,
Once we receive the promise of salvation, then all the Kingdom promises are available to you.
3. 2Peter 1:1-4 Great and precious promises.
A. Knowledge of him is what opens the door for us to be partakers of the promises.
B. If I don't know about something, I can't partake in it.
Even the promise of salvation is useless if we don't know about it.
Rom 10:14-16 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! 16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah saith, Lord, who hath believed our report?
Three things that activate the promises of God- Hearing; Believing; Acting. Faith!
4. Acts 2:38-39 Second greatest promise. The Holy Spirit.
A. Joh 4:14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
B. Joh 7:38-39 He that believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. 39 (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)
C. Act 2:31-33 He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption. 32 This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses. 33 Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.
Just like Salvation, the baptism of the Spirit or being filled with the Spirit must be received by faith.
Rom 4:16 Therefore it is of faith, that it might be by grace; to the end the promise might be sure to all the seed; not to that only which is of the law, but to that also which is of the faith of Abraham; who is the father of us all,
5. John 10:9-10 God's promise of Abundant Life.
A. Joh 10:9-10 I am the Door; anyone who enters in through Me will be saved (will live). He will come in and he will go out [freely], and will find pasture. 10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows).AMP
Abundant life is not the absence of trouble, but the ability to have and enjoy life right in the middle of trouble.
A lot of people have developed the Hee Haw attitude- Gloom,despair, and agony on me.
Abundant Life is prospering in all areas of life.
A. 3Jo 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
I choose to believe the Promises of God!
Providence through Salvation- Power through the Holy Spirit- Provision through Abundant Life.
Power in a Pandemic
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The two greatest failures in Christians today is not knowing who they are and not knowing what belongs to them.
We have been taught from a natural standpoint for so long that it is hard for to see from a spiritual standpoint.
1. Eph 1:15-23;2:1-6 Paul's prayer for our understanding.
A. Paul prayed that we would understand that we were dead, but now we are the Church, the Body of Christ and we are seated with Jesus in heavenly places.
Eph 3:14-19 Paul prays for us to be filled with the fullness of God.
You cannot take advantage of something you don't know about! Even if it belongs to you.
Example: Salvation- It belongs to the sinner. Jesus has already done the work.
A. The reason people are still going to hell is either because they don't know Salvation is available to them or they refuse to accept it.
This same principle is true with Christians when it comes to taking their rightful place here on earth.
2. Gen 1:27-28 God gave man dominion.
A. Dominion-A primitive root; to tread down, that is, subjugate; specifically to crumble off: - (come to, make to) have dominion, prevail against, reign, (bear, make to) rule, (-r, over), take.
3. Luke 10:19 New Testament Authority.
A. Mat 28:18-19 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Authority is simply delegated Power!
God chose to use the blood of his own Son to bring us into his Kingdom and then endue us with Authority and Power.
Col 1:12-13 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:
Power is useless if it is not activated-
News Flash! Not one time in the New Testament is the Church told to pray that God or Jesus would do anything against the devil.
A. Believers are told to.
Christians have been praying for God to do something about this virus- We need to be talking to it instead of talking about it.
A. Job 22:28 Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.
B. Mar 11:23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
The Church is the only one that can break the power of the enemy-
A. Mat 16:18-19 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.
B. The rock is revelation knowledge; We are the Church; The keys are binding and loosing.
Why do you think the Church was the first target in this pandemic?
The Church is the Voice of the Power of God!
A. Luke 4:32 for his Word was with Power.
B. Mark 1:27 What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
4. 1Sam 22:1-2 David's cave.
A. They went in distressed, in debt, and discontented.
B. They came out David's mighty men.
Saul should have never let David and his men come out of that cave-
The Church went into our cave because we thought we were doing the right thing to protect our family, our neighbors, and our brethen.
The enemy should have never let the Church out of that cave!
What Are You Hearing
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1. Romans 10:17 Faith cometh by hearing.
A. Rom 10:17-21 So faith comes by hearing [what is told], and what is heard comes by the preaching [of the message that came from the lips] of Christ (the Messiah Himself). 18 But I ask, Have they not heard? Indeed they have; [for the Scripture says] Their voice [that of nature bearing God's message] has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the far bounds of the world. [Ps. 19:4.] 19 Again I ask, Did Israel not understand? [Did the Jews have no warning that the Gospel was to go forth to the Gentiles, to all the earth?] First, there is Moses who says, I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry. [Deut. 32:21.] 20 Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, I have been found by those who did not seek Me; I have shown (revealed) Myself to those who did not [consciously] ask for Me. [Isa. 65:1.] 21 But of Israel he says, All day long I have stretched out My hands to a people unyielding and disobedient and self-willed [to a faultfinding, contrary, and contradicting people]. [Isa. 65:2.]Amp
B. Israel's problem was not with the hearing, but rejecting the Word they heard.
Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
2. Mark 4:24-29 Take heed what you hear.
A. Mar 4:24-25 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. 25 For to him who has will more be given; and from him who has nothing, even what he has will be taken away [by force],Amp.
It is far better to take in the truth the first time than it is to try and replace false teachings with the truth.
Jesus goes on to explain in parable what is taking place in your heart-
V. 26-29 Whatever you plant will grow and produce a harvest- Good or bad.
3. Hebrews 3:7-19;4:1-2 It takes Faith in God's Word to produce the right results.
A. Hardening your heart to the Word of God is called and evil heart of unbelief.
B. God was grieved with them because of their lack of faith.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
4. James 1:5-8 Ask in Faith.
A. Asking in faith means asking according to God's Word.
1Jo 5:14-15 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: 15 And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.
God's Word is God's Will!
The measure of thought and study I give to the Word of God will be the measure of virtue and knowledge that comes back to me concerning what I have available to me when I need something from God.
It matters what Word you are hearing-
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1. Romans 10:17 Faith cometh by hearing.
A. Rom 10:17-21 So faith comes by hearing [what is told], and what is heard comes by the preaching [of the message that came from the lips] of Christ (the Messiah Himself). 18 But I ask, Have they not heard? Indeed they have; [for the Scripture says] Their voice [that of nature bearing God's message] has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the far bounds of the world. [Ps. 19:4.] 19 Again I ask, Did Israel not understand? [Did the Jews have no warning that the Gospel was to go forth to the Gentiles, to all the earth?] First, there is Moses who says, I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry. [Deut. 32:21.] 20 Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, I have been found by those who did not seek Me; I have shown (revealed) Myself to those who did not [consciously] ask for Me. [Isa. 65:1.] 21 But of Israel he says, All day long I have stretched out My hands to a people unyielding and disobedient and self-willed [to a faultfinding, contrary, and contradicting people]. [Isa. 65:2.]Amp
B. Israel's problem was not with the hearing, but rejecting the Word they heard.
Hos 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
2. Mark 4:24-29 Take heed what you hear.
A. Mar 4:24-25 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. 25 For to him who has will more be given; and from him who has nothing, even what he has will be taken away [by force],Amp.
It is far better to take in the truth the first time than it is to try and replace false teachings with the truth.
Jesus goes on to explain in parable what is taking place in your heart-
V. 26-29 Whatever you plant will grow and produce a harvest- Good or bad.
3. Hebrews 3:7-19;4:1-2 It takes Faith in God's Word to produce the right results.
A. Hardening your heart to the Word of God is called and evil heart of unbelief.
B. God was grieved with them because of their lack of faith.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
4. James 1:5-8 Ask in Faith.
A. Asking in faith means asking according to God's Word.
1Jo 5:14-15 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: 15 And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.
God's Word is God's Will!
The measure of thought and study I give to the Word of God will be the measure of virtue and knowledge that comes back to me concerning what I have available to me when I need something from God.
It matters what Word you are hearing-
God is Pouring Out His Spirit
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1. Zech 4:5-6 By my Spirit.
There is a deficit in America- Not of money, but of the Spirit of God!
A. Printing money without the gold to back it is worthless.
B. Claiming Religion without God to back it is worthless.
There is a deficit of the Spirit of God in America because there is a deficit in the Church.
A. The Church has become a spiritual counterfeiter.
We don't need three points and a poem! We don't need another dead sermon series!
We need fresh bread from heaven- The kind that when a man eats it, he shall never die.
1Co 2:4-5 And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: 5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.
We have allowed political correctness to snuff out Biblical teachings and caused the rise of the Seeker Friendly Church which is always in search of new ways to make sin acceptable.
I have a Word for you- Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.
God is pouring out his Spirit, but it will only fill vessels ready to receive Him.
2Ti 2:20-21 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also [utensils] of wood and earthenware, and some for honorable and noble [use] and some for menial and ignoble [use]. 21 So whoever cleanses himself [from what is ignoble and unclean, who separates himself from contact with contaminating and corrupting influences] will [then himself] be a vessel set apart and useful for honorable and noble purposes, consecrated and profitable to the Master, fit and ready for any good work.AMP
Peter said it this way-Act 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
Right in the middle of this pandemic there is a renewal and a refreshing from the Lord going on.
A. God is shaking the Church- The enemy's agenda is being exposed and people are going to have to choose whose side they are on.
2. Isaiah 28:8-12 This is the Rest.
A. Those that seek the Spirit of God will find rest and refreshing.
When all of man's best efforts have failed- When all their power and might have been spent- The Spirit of God will still be standing tall to handle any situation we allow Him to be part of.
It's time for the Church to quit trying to be a socially acceptable club and get back to the Father's business again.
2Ti 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; 2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
Tit 1:15-16 Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled. 16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.
Tit 2:11-15 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ; 14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. 15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
Jam 5:19-20 Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him; 20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
A political party cannot save the soul of America- But a Spirit filled, Fire baptized, Praying Church can!
Are you ready to receive what God is pouring out?
Act 2:17-18 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: 18 And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
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1. Zech 4:5-6 By my Spirit.
There is a deficit in America- Not of money, but of the Spirit of God!
A. Printing money without the gold to back it is worthless.
B. Claiming Religion without God to back it is worthless.
There is a deficit of the Spirit of God in America because there is a deficit in the Church.
A. The Church has become a spiritual counterfeiter.
We don't need three points and a poem! We don't need another dead sermon series!
We need fresh bread from heaven- The kind that when a man eats it, he shall never die.
1Co 2:4-5 And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: 5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.
We have allowed political correctness to snuff out Biblical teachings and caused the rise of the Seeker Friendly Church which is always in search of new ways to make sin acceptable.
I have a Word for you- Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.
God is pouring out his Spirit, but it will only fill vessels ready to receive Him.
2Ti 2:20-21 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also [utensils] of wood and earthenware, and some for honorable and noble [use] and some for menial and ignoble [use]. 21 So whoever cleanses himself [from what is ignoble and unclean, who separates himself from contact with contaminating and corrupting influences] will [then himself] be a vessel set apart and useful for honorable and noble purposes, consecrated and profitable to the Master, fit and ready for any good work.AMP
Peter said it this way-Act 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
Right in the middle of this pandemic there is a renewal and a refreshing from the Lord going on.
A. God is shaking the Church- The enemy's agenda is being exposed and people are going to have to choose whose side they are on.
2. Isaiah 28:8-12 This is the Rest.
A. Those that seek the Spirit of God will find rest and refreshing.
When all of man's best efforts have failed- When all their power and might have been spent- The Spirit of God will still be standing tall to handle any situation we allow Him to be part of.
It's time for the Church to quit trying to be a socially acceptable club and get back to the Father's business again.
2Ti 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; 2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
Tit 1:15-16 Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled. 16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.
Tit 2:11-15 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ; 14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. 15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
Jam 5:19-20 Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him; 20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
A political party cannot save the soul of America- But a Spirit filled, Fire baptized, Praying Church can!
Are you ready to receive what God is pouring out?
Act 2:17-18 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: 18 And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
What is Truth?
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1. John 18:33-40 What is truth?
A. Rather than receive the truth, the people chose a robber.
What did Jesus do that made them want to crucify him?
A. He brought them face to face with the truth and they didn't like it.
2. Matt 23:23-36 Jesus exposes their hypocrisy.
A. Luk 16:15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.
3. Luke 4:16-30 They wanted to throw him over a hill.
A. His words were gracious.
B. The truth that they would not accept him cut them to the bone.
4. Acts 7:48-60 They stoned Stephen for telling them the truth.
A. They gnashed on him with their teeth.
B. They stopped their ears and ran upon him.
C. Finally they stoned him.
Hearing the Truth brings us to a place of decision- We must accept or deny it.
A. Accepting the truth means we must adhere to it.
B. Rejecting the truth means we will have to come up with our own version of it.
The division in America right now is not racial or political- It's is about the acceptance of the truth.
What is Truth?
5. John 3:16-21 The Truth is God gave us Jesus.
A. The great division is between Light and darkness.
God has given us his Son to get us to heaven and he has given us his Word to tell us how to live until we get there.
The thing that has and still makes people angry is that they cannot change the Truth.
The Pharasees were twisting the truth to match up with their belief.
Today, people are still trying to twist the truth to match their beliefs.
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Mat 7:13-14 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
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1. John 18:33-40 What is truth?
A. Rather than receive the truth, the people chose a robber.
What did Jesus do that made them want to crucify him?
A. He brought them face to face with the truth and they didn't like it.
2. Matt 23:23-36 Jesus exposes their hypocrisy.
A. Luk 16:15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.
3. Luke 4:16-30 They wanted to throw him over a hill.
A. His words were gracious.
B. The truth that they would not accept him cut them to the bone.
4. Acts 7:48-60 They stoned Stephen for telling them the truth.
A. They gnashed on him with their teeth.
B. They stopped their ears and ran upon him.
C. Finally they stoned him.
Hearing the Truth brings us to a place of decision- We must accept or deny it.
A. Accepting the truth means we must adhere to it.
B. Rejecting the truth means we will have to come up with our own version of it.
The division in America right now is not racial or political- It's is about the acceptance of the truth.
What is Truth?
5. John 3:16-21 The Truth is God gave us Jesus.
A. The great division is between Light and darkness.
God has given us his Son to get us to heaven and he has given us his Word to tell us how to live until we get there.
The thing that has and still makes people angry is that they cannot change the Truth.
The Pharasees were twisting the truth to match up with their belief.
Today, people are still trying to twist the truth to match their beliefs.
Mat 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Mat 7:13-14 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Crossroad
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1. Isaiah 58:12-14 The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in.
The Lord is addressing a backsliden church- Isa 58:2 Yet they seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, as a nation that did righteousness, and forsook not the ordinance of their God:
Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
We must turn from doing our own way to doing God's way.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
The only thing I agree with John Kasich about is that America is at a crossroad.
What does God say about a crossroad?
Jer 6:16-19 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!' 17 I posted watchmen over you who said, 'Listen for the sound of the alarm.' But you replied, 'No! We won't pay attention!' 18 "Therefore, listen to this, all you nations. Take note of My people's situation. 19 Listen, all the earth! I will bring disaster on My people. It is the fruit of their own schemes, because they refuse to listen to Me. They have rejected My word.NLT
Contrary to popular belief, The Word of God is still the Authority of all the earth!
A. Your refusal to hear or do it will not change its effectiveness in this world.
B. Your refusal to hear and do it will bring conseqences in your life.
2. 2Tim 2:15-26 Study to show thyself approved unto God.
A. Avoid vain babblings-fruitless discussions. Man's opinions.
B. Instruct those that oppose themselves- say one thing and do another.
C. Give them the truth that will set them free.
With everything that's going on in the world, how do we know what the truth is?
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
The world is full of deception, the only truth we can trust is the Word of God.
A. 2Th 2:9-12 The Anarchist's coming is all Satan's work. All his power and signs and miracles are fake, 10 evil sleight of hand that plays to the gallery of those who hate the truth that could save them. 11 And since they're so obsessed with evil, God rubs their noses in it--gives them what they want. 12 Since they refuse to trust truth, they're banished to their chosen world of lies and illusions.MSG
3. 2Thes 9:13-17 Our belief in the truth of the Word will establish us.
4. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
We will not be decieved by the enemy's attempts to keep us down and keep us quite.
It's time for the Church to stand up and declare- If God be for us, who can be against us!
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1. Isaiah 58:12-14 The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in.
The Lord is addressing a backsliden church- Isa 58:2 Yet they seek me daily, and delight to know my ways, as a nation that did righteousness, and forsook not the ordinance of their God:
Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
We must turn from doing our own way to doing God's way.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
The only thing I agree with John Kasich about is that America is at a crossroad.
What does God say about a crossroad?
Jer 6:16-19 This is what the LORD says: "Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, 'No, that's not the road we want!' 17 I posted watchmen over you who said, 'Listen for the sound of the alarm.' But you replied, 'No! We won't pay attention!' 18 "Therefore, listen to this, all you nations. Take note of My people's situation. 19 Listen, all the earth! I will bring disaster on My people. It is the fruit of their own schemes, because they refuse to listen to Me. They have rejected My word.NLT
Contrary to popular belief, The Word of God is still the Authority of all the earth!
A. Your refusal to hear or do it will not change its effectiveness in this world.
B. Your refusal to hear and do it will bring conseqences in your life.
2. 2Tim 2:15-26 Study to show thyself approved unto God.
A. Avoid vain babblings-fruitless discussions. Man's opinions.
B. Instruct those that oppose themselves- say one thing and do another.
C. Give them the truth that will set them free.
With everything that's going on in the world, how do we know what the truth is?
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
The world is full of deception, the only truth we can trust is the Word of God.
A. 2Th 2:9-12 The Anarchist's coming is all Satan's work. All his power and signs and miracles are fake, 10 evil sleight of hand that plays to the gallery of those who hate the truth that could save them. 11 And since they're so obsessed with evil, God rubs their noses in it--gives them what they want. 12 Since they refuse to trust truth, they're banished to their chosen world of lies and illusions.MSG
3. 2Thes 9:13-17 Our belief in the truth of the Word will establish us.
4. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
We will not be decieved by the enemy's attempts to keep us down and keep us quite.
It's time for the Church to stand up and declare- If God be for us, who can be against us!
Pressed
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1. Phil 3:13-14 I press toward the mark.
A. Paul admitted that he still had things he needed to obtain.
When Paul said he pressed, he was telling us that effort was required.
Paul recognized the difference in just being born again and being a disciple of Christ.
A. Jesus did the work of salvation for us.
Disciple- . A learner; a scholar; one who receives or professes to receive instruction from another;
A follower; an adherent to the doctrines of another. Hence the constant attendants of Christ were called his disciples; and hence all Christians are called his disciples, as they profess to learn and receive his doctrines and precepts.
Luk 9:23-25 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. 24 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. 25 For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?
Discipleship means taking some time to lay down what I deem important, and dedicating that time to what is really important.
It's not easy or automatic- That's why Paul said he pressed.
Pressing is not pleasant- Heb 12:11 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
1Co 9:26-27 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: 27 But I keepunder my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.
In the natural- Athletes: No Pain No Gain. Pressure and Resistance brings out the best in them.
Grapes and Olives are referenced in the Bible- Both were useful as they were.
A. When they were pressed they gave forth their greatest potential.
Pressure brings out the good and helps eliminate the bad.
A. Canning green beans takes pressure.
When we press into the things of God, the Holy Spirit will reveal to us the things that need to come forth and the things we need to let die.
Eph 5:14 Light shows up everything, just as the Scriptures say, "Wake up from your sleep and rise from death. Then Christ will shine on you." CEV
Don't be surprised if things get tough when you start pressing in- That's when you grit your teeth and declare "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
2Co 4:7-10 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. 8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.
When you look around at the world and see everything that is going on it would be easy to say, "Why should I push?"
Deu 31:8 And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Heb 6:10 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which ye have showed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
The world is trying to get us to cave under the pressure to become non-essential and politically correct.
It's time for the disciples to rise up and apply the Truth of Word and expose the darkness for what it is.
Don't lose hope! Don't quit! We are the Triumpant Church!
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1. Phil 3:13-14 I press toward the mark.
A. Paul admitted that he still had things he needed to obtain.
When Paul said he pressed, he was telling us that effort was required.
Paul recognized the difference in just being born again and being a disciple of Christ.
A. Jesus did the work of salvation for us.
Disciple- . A learner; a scholar; one who receives or professes to receive instruction from another;
A follower; an adherent to the doctrines of another. Hence the constant attendants of Christ were called his disciples; and hence all Christians are called his disciples, as they profess to learn and receive his doctrines and precepts.
Luk 9:23-25 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. 24 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it. 25 For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?
Discipleship means taking some time to lay down what I deem important, and dedicating that time to what is really important.
It's not easy or automatic- That's why Paul said he pressed.
Pressing is not pleasant- Heb 12:11 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
1Co 9:26-27 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: 27 But I keepunder my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.
In the natural- Athletes: No Pain No Gain. Pressure and Resistance brings out the best in them.
Grapes and Olives are referenced in the Bible- Both were useful as they were.
A. When they were pressed they gave forth their greatest potential.
Pressure brings out the good and helps eliminate the bad.
A. Canning green beans takes pressure.
When we press into the things of God, the Holy Spirit will reveal to us the things that need to come forth and the things we need to let die.
Eph 5:14 Light shows up everything, just as the Scriptures say, "Wake up from your sleep and rise from death. Then Christ will shine on you." CEV
Don't be surprised if things get tough when you start pressing in- That's when you grit your teeth and declare "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
2Co 4:7-10 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. 8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.
When you look around at the world and see everything that is going on it would be easy to say, "Why should I push?"
Deu 31:8 And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Heb 6:10 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which ye have showed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
The world is trying to get us to cave under the pressure to become non-essential and politically correct.
It's time for the disciples to rise up and apply the Truth of Word and expose the darkness for what it is.
Don't lose hope! Don't quit! We are the Triumpant Church!
A Tale of Two Sons
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1. Luke 15:11-32 Parable of the prodical son.
The first son: I am no more worthy to be called thy son-
A. He came to himself- He recognized his need to be back in Father's house.
B. The recognition of his actions brought on the feeling of regret and unworthiness.
Your worthiness to be accepted of the Father is not based upon what you have done, but what Jesus has done for you!
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Isa 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Rom 3:21-24 But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; 22 Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
When it comes to making us worthy of the Father, God took the human equation out of it.
2. Eph 2:1-10 We are saved by grace through faith.
When the feeling of unworthiness comes we have to determine whether it is Condemnation or Conviction.
Condemnation- The act of condemning; the judicial act of declaring one guilty, and dooming him to punishment.
A. Condemnation usually comes from either ourselves- we won't forgive ourselves: or the enemy who keeps reminding us of our past.
Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
Conviction- The act of convincing, or compelling one to admit the truth of a charge; the act of convincing of sin or sinfulness; the sate of being convinced or convicted by conscience; the state of being sensible of guilt;
1Jo 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
You are not Worthy because of what you feel, but by faith-
Gal 3:26 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.
Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 17 And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
This Father did not bring up where his son had been or what he had done-
The second son: Luke 15:29-31
A. This son has been in Father's house all along and never taken advantage of what was available to him.
We are in Father's House- Everything he has is available to us!
Eph 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: 4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Are you going to sit around feeling unworthy? Are you going to sit around with all God's promises available to you and do nothing?
Let's get about the Father's business and start acting like Sons and Daughters with Purpose.
NGC 8-9-20
1. Luke 15:11-32 Parable of the prodical son.
The first son: I am no more worthy to be called thy son-
A. He came to himself- He recognized his need to be back in Father's house.
B. The recognition of his actions brought on the feeling of regret and unworthiness.
Your worthiness to be accepted of the Father is not based upon what you have done, but what Jesus has done for you!
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Isa 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Rom 3:21-24 But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; 22 Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
When it comes to making us worthy of the Father, God took the human equation out of it.
2. Eph 2:1-10 We are saved by grace through faith.
When the feeling of unworthiness comes we have to determine whether it is Condemnation or Conviction.
Condemnation- The act of condemning; the judicial act of declaring one guilty, and dooming him to punishment.
A. Condemnation usually comes from either ourselves- we won't forgive ourselves: or the enemy who keeps reminding us of our past.
Rom 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
Conviction- The act of convincing, or compelling one to admit the truth of a charge; the act of convincing of sin or sinfulness; the sate of being convinced or convicted by conscience; the state of being sensible of guilt;
1Jo 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
You are not Worthy because of what you feel, but by faith-
Gal 3:26 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.
Rom 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 17 And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ;
This Father did not bring up where his son had been or what he had done-
The second son: Luke 15:29-31
A. This son has been in Father's house all along and never taken advantage of what was available to him.
We are in Father's House- Everything he has is available to us!
Eph 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
2Pe 1:3-4 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: 4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Are you going to sit around feeling unworthy? Are you going to sit around with all God's promises available to you and do nothing?
Let's get about the Father's business and start acting like Sons and Daughters with Purpose.
Step Out
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1. Heb 11:8-10 Abraham stepped out in faith.
A. He was called out into a place - He had a Word from God.
Mat 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (29) Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. (30) For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
B. The place was a place of inheritance.
Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
Rom 8:17 And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.
He obeyed and went out, not knowing where he was going.
A. The hardest thing for us to do is step out and trust God when we don't know where we are going.
B. We are big on comfort zones.
Why did he keep walking it out? He was looking for something he had never had.
You will never experience something different unless you try something different.
You have to be willing to trust God- Trust that he will be right there with you as you move out into the inheritance he has promised you.
2. Mark 6:45-51 Jesus would have passed by them.
A. They cried out.
Church you cannot let Jesus pass on by because you are afraid.
3. Matt 14:25-33 Peter was willing to get out of the ship.
A. Most people talk about Peter sinking- Peter walked on the water!
There is a move going on in the Spirit- Are we going to take a chance and get out into the sea of glory or are we going to stand in the boat and watch?
4. Esther 4:9-16 Such a time as this.
Lines have been drawn- We must choose whose side we are on-
What do we need to do?
5. Acts 3:18-21 Repent, Refresh, and Prepare.
Jesus is coming?
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1. Heb 11:8-10 Abraham stepped out in faith.
A. He was called out into a place - He had a Word from God.
Mat 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (29) Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. (30) For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
B. The place was a place of inheritance.
Gal 3:29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
Rom 8:17 And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.
He obeyed and went out, not knowing where he was going.
A. The hardest thing for us to do is step out and trust God when we don't know where we are going.
B. We are big on comfort zones.
Why did he keep walking it out? He was looking for something he had never had.
You will never experience something different unless you try something different.
You have to be willing to trust God- Trust that he will be right there with you as you move out into the inheritance he has promised you.
2. Mark 6:45-51 Jesus would have passed by them.
A. They cried out.
Church you cannot let Jesus pass on by because you are afraid.
3. Matt 14:25-33 Peter was willing to get out of the ship.
A. Most people talk about Peter sinking- Peter walked on the water!
There is a move going on in the Spirit- Are we going to take a chance and get out into the sea of glory or are we going to stand in the boat and watch?
4. Esther 4:9-16 Such a time as this.
Lines have been drawn- We must choose whose side we are on-
What do we need to do?
5. Acts 3:18-21 Repent, Refresh, and Prepare.
Jesus is coming?
Words and Actions
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1. Deut 30:10-20 Life and death has been set before us.
How do I make sure I am activating life in me?
2. Proverbs 18:20-21 The power of the tongue.
A. Jam 3:5-6 Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! 6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity; so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
The words we speak can set us on a path to success or destruction.
Our words reveal what we know in our heart- Our actions reveal the intent of the heart!
Luk 6:44 For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes.
Jam 3:13 Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him show out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom.
The power in your words comes from your belief in those words.
A. Mar 11:23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
3. James 2:14-18 Faith is more than just saying.
A. Words are the seed- Belief plants the seed- Action cultivates its until its harvested.
A lot of people say things to justify their actions or because they think it is what we want to hear.
A. Jud 1:16 These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts; and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men's persons in admiration because of advantage.
B. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
C. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
There is a stage being set right now- We need to choose our words and our actions wisely.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
A. Pro 14:15 The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
4. Romans 13:11-14 It's time to quit just going through the motions.
Through your words and your actions you have the power to determine your destiny.
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1. Deut 30:10-20 Life and death has been set before us.
How do I make sure I am activating life in me?
2. Proverbs 18:20-21 The power of the tongue.
A. Jam 3:5-6 Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! 6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity; so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
The words we speak can set us on a path to success or destruction.
Our words reveal what we know in our heart- Our actions reveal the intent of the heart!
Luk 6:44 For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes.
Jam 3:13 Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him show out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom.
The power in your words comes from your belief in those words.
A. Mar 11:23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
3. James 2:14-18 Faith is more than just saying.
A. Words are the seed- Belief plants the seed- Action cultivates its until its harvested.
A lot of people say things to justify their actions or because they think it is what we want to hear.
A. Jud 1:16 These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts; and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men's persons in admiration because of advantage.
B. Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
C. Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
There is a stage being set right now- We need to choose our words and our actions wisely.
Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
A. Pro 14:15 The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
4. Romans 13:11-14 It's time to quit just going through the motions.
Through your words and your actions you have the power to determine your destiny.
Trusting God
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1. Prov 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart.
What does it mean to trust the Lord with all thine heart?
*Gen 37- Joseph was seventeen when God gave him his dreams.
A. He was hated of his brothers because Jacob favored him.
B. They put him in a pit.
C. They sold him into slavery.
D. He ended up a slave in an Egyptian's house.
E. He was accused of rape.
F. He was thrown into prision.
G. He was left in prision two additional years after he interpeted the dreamof the butler.
H. He was thirty years old when he stood beside Pharoah.
I. His brothers finally bowed before him when they came for food.
Gen 45:5 Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life.
Gen 45:7-8 And God sent me before you to preserve you a posterity in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. 8 So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt.
What can we take from Joseph's story?
A. Don't expect everyone to be happy for you when God shows you things and gives you favor.
B. Trusting God does not mean everything will go smoothly.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
C. Trusting God means doing the right thing even when you are tempted to do otherwise.
Gen 39:9 There is none greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back any thing from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?
D. Trusting God doesn't mean things will happen when you want them to.
Gen 41:1 And it came to pass at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh dreamed: and, behold, he stood by the river.
E. Trusting God means being able to forgive those who wrong you.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. 26 But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
The Bible is full of people that trusted God through good and bad- In the end they saw the reward of their labor.
A. Abraham, Paul, even Jesus.
Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
None of us knows for sure what the future holds- Some bad stuff has been prophecied.
Our job is to trust God- Remain faithful- We will receive our full reward.
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1. Prov 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart.
What does it mean to trust the Lord with all thine heart?
*Gen 37- Joseph was seventeen when God gave him his dreams.
A. He was hated of his brothers because Jacob favored him.
B. They put him in a pit.
C. They sold him into slavery.
D. He ended up a slave in an Egyptian's house.
E. He was accused of rape.
F. He was thrown into prision.
G. He was left in prision two additional years after he interpeted the dreamof the butler.
H. He was thirty years old when he stood beside Pharoah.
I. His brothers finally bowed before him when they came for food.
Gen 45:5 Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life.
Gen 45:7-8 And God sent me before you to preserve you a posterity in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. 8 So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt.
What can we take from Joseph's story?
A. Don't expect everyone to be happy for you when God shows you things and gives you favor.
B. Trusting God does not mean everything will go smoothly.
Joh 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
C. Trusting God means doing the right thing even when you are tempted to do otherwise.
Gen 39:9 There is none greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back any thing from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?
D. Trusting God doesn't mean things will happen when you want them to.
Gen 41:1 And it came to pass at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh dreamed: and, behold, he stood by the river.
E. Trusting God means being able to forgive those who wrong you.
Mar 11:25-26 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. 26 But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.
The Bible is full of people that trusted God through good and bad- In the end they saw the reward of their labor.
A. Abraham, Paul, even Jesus.
Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
None of us knows for sure what the future holds- Some bad stuff has been prophecied.
Our job is to trust God- Remain faithful- We will receive our full reward.
Don't Fizzle Out
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1. Luke 19:1-9 Zacchaeus meets Jesus.
A. He went out of his way to see Jesus.
B. He started making promises to Jesus.
Zacchaeus reminds us of many when they are first born-again.
A. Full of zeal- Can't do enough for God.
What causes so many to fizzle out and become non-respondent?
2. Mark 4:18-19 Cares of this world.
A. Lusts of other things.
B. 1Jo 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. 17 And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.
When our focus is more on the world, it takes our eyes off of what is most important in our life.
A. Remember everything looks better from a distance. Illust: Me and Chuck fishing.
3. Rev 2:1-5 Remember from whence thou art fallen and repent.
A. They were so focused on the ministry that they for got who they were ministering for.
The same thing happens in marriages- God-Spouse-Children-Everything else
A. When God is not a priority in a marriage it will suffer.
B. When the spouse is not a priority it will suffer.
When it comes to our relationship with God, putting him first means everything.
4. John 15:1-11 Abide in me
A. Bear fruit: Known by what you are producing.
B. Abide in my Word.
C. Continue in my love.
D. Joh 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
Failing to maintain a relationship with Jesus will result in loss of joy!
A. Loss of joy causes us to become uncomplacent.
B. Becoming uncomplacent will put us on a path to destruction unless we understand that we need to turn back to our first love.
How do we make sure our relationship with God is strong?
A. Put God First: Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
B. Keep yourself stirred up: 2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
C. Stay full of the Spirit:Eph 5:18-19 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord.
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1. Luke 19:1-9 Zacchaeus meets Jesus.
A. He went out of his way to see Jesus.
B. He started making promises to Jesus.
Zacchaeus reminds us of many when they are first born-again.
A. Full of zeal- Can't do enough for God.
What causes so many to fizzle out and become non-respondent?
2. Mark 4:18-19 Cares of this world.
A. Lusts of other things.
B. 1Jo 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. 17 And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.
When our focus is more on the world, it takes our eyes off of what is most important in our life.
A. Remember everything looks better from a distance. Illust: Me and Chuck fishing.
3. Rev 2:1-5 Remember from whence thou art fallen and repent.
A. They were so focused on the ministry that they for got who they were ministering for.
The same thing happens in marriages- God-Spouse-Children-Everything else
A. When God is not a priority in a marriage it will suffer.
B. When the spouse is not a priority it will suffer.
When it comes to our relationship with God, putting him first means everything.
4. John 15:1-11 Abide in me
A. Bear fruit: Known by what you are producing.
B. Abide in my Word.
C. Continue in my love.
D. Joh 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
Failing to maintain a relationship with Jesus will result in loss of joy!
A. Loss of joy causes us to become uncomplacent.
B. Becoming uncomplacent will put us on a path to destruction unless we understand that we need to turn back to our first love.
How do we make sure our relationship with God is strong?
A. Put God First: Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
B. Keep yourself stirred up: 2Ti 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
C. Stay full of the Spirit:Eph 5:18-19 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord.
God Always Wins
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There is a campaign going on in this country and even in the world to try and stop and erase God.
The good news of the gospel is You Can't Stop God!
I. Gen 3- The enemy thought he had stopped the plan of God when he got Adam and Eve to disobey.
1. Romans 5:12-21 All the devil did was engage God's plan to bring all men into righteousness by his Son Jesus Christ.
B. God wins!
II. Exodus 1- The enemy thought he could kill off all the male children and stop Israel from growing.
2. Exodus 2:1-10 God caused Pharaoh to raise Moses up in his own house.
A. When Pharaoh tried to stop the Israelites from leaving, He and his army were swallowed up in the red sea.
B. God wins!
III. Numbers 16- The enemy thought he could stop the plan of God by having one branch of the Tribes come against Moses.
3. Numbers 16:1-5;28-33 They were swallowed up in the earth.
A. Korah and company tried to impeach Moses on the charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Tribes.
B. God wins!
IV. The Gospels- The enemy thought he could stop the plan of God by killing the Son of God.
4. 1Corinth 15:3-4 What the devil engaged in Genesis, he brought to a climax when he caused Jesus to be crucified.
A. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; 14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; 15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
A. God wins!
V. The enemy thinks he can stop God now by trying to shut down churches and stop God's children from worshiping.
He wants to do away with the Bible and anything that represents God.
Once again the enemy's efforts have backfired and caused the children of God to begin to call out to him.
God has heard our cries and very soon we will see the enemy fall once again: Because God Always Wins!
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There is a campaign going on in this country and even in the world to try and stop and erase God.
The good news of the gospel is You Can't Stop God!
I. Gen 3- The enemy thought he had stopped the plan of God when he got Adam and Eve to disobey.
1. Romans 5:12-21 All the devil did was engage God's plan to bring all men into righteousness by his Son Jesus Christ.
B. God wins!
II. Exodus 1- The enemy thought he could kill off all the male children and stop Israel from growing.
2. Exodus 2:1-10 God caused Pharaoh to raise Moses up in his own house.
A. When Pharaoh tried to stop the Israelites from leaving, He and his army were swallowed up in the red sea.
B. God wins!
III. Numbers 16- The enemy thought he could stop the plan of God by having one branch of the Tribes come against Moses.
3. Numbers 16:1-5;28-33 They were swallowed up in the earth.
A. Korah and company tried to impeach Moses on the charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Tribes.
B. God wins!
IV. The Gospels- The enemy thought he could stop the plan of God by killing the Son of God.
4. 1Corinth 15:3-4 What the devil engaged in Genesis, he brought to a climax when he caused Jesus to be crucified.
A. Col 2:13-15 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; 14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; 15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
A. God wins!
V. The enemy thinks he can stop God now by trying to shut down churches and stop God's children from worshiping.
He wants to do away with the Bible and anything that represents God.
Once again the enemy's efforts have backfired and caused the children of God to begin to call out to him.
God has heard our cries and very soon we will see the enemy fall once again: Because God Always Wins!
Blessed by Association
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1. 1Corinth 15:33 It matters who you run with!
A. 1Co 15:33 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. AMP
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Pro 22:24-25 Don't befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, 25 or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul.NLT
Pro 13:20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
A. Pro 13:20 Become wise by walking with the wise; hang out with fools and watch your life fall to pieces.MSG
The People you associate with can be the difference in whether you are blessed or not-
We must be careful not to adapt the actions, beliefs and mindsets of people we do not want to be like.
Sometimes the only way to break something in your life is to break your association with certain people!
Associating with the right people will bring blessing into your life.
1. Gen 13:1-6 Lot was blessed because of Abraham.
2. Numbers 11:28 Joshua: Blessing isn't always money.
A. Exo 33:11 And the LORD spoke unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend. And he turned again into the camp: but his servant Joshua, the son of Nun, a young man, departed not out of the tabernacle.
B. Num 27:18-20 And the LORD said unto Moses, Take thee Joshua the son of Nun, a man in whom is the spirit, and lay thine hand upon him; 19 And set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation; and give him a charge in their sight. 20 And thou shalt put some of thine honor upon him, that all the congregation of the children of Israel may be obedient.
3. 1Kings 19:19-21 Elijah casts his mantle on Elisha.
A. 2Kings 3:11 Elisha is recognized as the man which poored water on the hands of Elijah.
4. 2Kings 2:6-15 Elisha takes up the mantle and receives a double portion.
A. Elisha didn't care what the sons of the prophets were saying- He wanted the real thing.
Decide what you want and begin to position yourself with like minded people-
A. Anointing begats anointing.
B. Wisdom begats wisdom
C. Blessing begats blessing.
A. Unbelief begats unbelief.
B. Stupidity begats stupidity.
C. Curse begats curse.
The greatest association in this world is to accept Jesus as your Savior and live faithfully for him.
A. He knows how to get you to where you need to go.
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1. 1Corinth 15:33 It matters who you run with!
A. 1Co 15:33 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. AMP
Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Pro 22:24-25 Don't befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, 25 or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul.NLT
Pro 13:20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
A. Pro 13:20 Become wise by walking with the wise; hang out with fools and watch your life fall to pieces.MSG
The People you associate with can be the difference in whether you are blessed or not-
We must be careful not to adapt the actions, beliefs and mindsets of people we do not want to be like.
Sometimes the only way to break something in your life is to break your association with certain people!
Associating with the right people will bring blessing into your life.
1. Gen 13:1-6 Lot was blessed because of Abraham.
2. Numbers 11:28 Joshua: Blessing isn't always money.
A. Exo 33:11 And the LORD spoke unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend. And he turned again into the camp: but his servant Joshua, the son of Nun, a young man, departed not out of the tabernacle.
B. Num 27:18-20 And the LORD said unto Moses, Take thee Joshua the son of Nun, a man in whom is the spirit, and lay thine hand upon him; 19 And set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation; and give him a charge in their sight. 20 And thou shalt put some of thine honor upon him, that all the congregation of the children of Israel may be obedient.
3. 1Kings 19:19-21 Elijah casts his mantle on Elisha.
A. 2Kings 3:11 Elisha is recognized as the man which poored water on the hands of Elijah.
4. 2Kings 2:6-15 Elisha takes up the mantle and receives a double portion.
A. Elisha didn't care what the sons of the prophets were saying- He wanted the real thing.
Decide what you want and begin to position yourself with like minded people-
A. Anointing begats anointing.
B. Wisdom begats wisdom
C. Blessing begats blessing.
A. Unbelief begats unbelief.
B. Stupidity begats stupidity.
C. Curse begats curse.
The greatest association in this world is to accept Jesus as your Savior and live faithfully for him.
A. He knows how to get you to where you need to go.
Moving Forward
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1. Phil 3:12-15 Reaching Forth.
A. We must never be satisfied with where we are in the things of God.
B. Phi 3:12-15 I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. 13 Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward--to Jesus. 14 I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. 15 So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less than total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision--you'll see it yet!MSG
Mat 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
A. Luk 9:62 Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day."
2. Heb 6:13 So Much more.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; 2 baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. 3 God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
How do we move into the "so much more"?
A. By spending time with the Holy Spirit and the Word.
3. John 16:7 The Holy Spirit is expedient for us.
A. V.13- He is our guide into all truth.
B. He will reveal things that are coming.
4. 1Corinth 2:9-14 Some things will only be understood by the Spirit.
He is the very power of God working in us.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
The Holy Spirit is our helper.
A. Rom 8:26-27 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
We must get to know the voice of the Holy Spirit if we want to move forward.
A. We do that by spending time with God and allowing the Spirit to speak to us.
We must also have an understanding of the Word in order to move forward.
5. 2Tim 2:15-16 Study
A. God's approval.
B. You won't embarrass yourself.
C. Rightly divide the Word of Truth.
D. You will recognize false teachings.
It is impossible for anyone to move forward in God if they don't know what's available to them.
A. Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Jos 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
How much more will meditating on the New Testament help us?
God gave us his Word to help us move up to the level we should be operating at.
God gave us the Holy Spirit to help us see and understand what is right.
A. Rom 8:14-16 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. 15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. 16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
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1. Phil 3:12-15 Reaching Forth.
A. We must never be satisfied with where we are in the things of God.
B. Phi 3:12-15 I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. 13 Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward--to Jesus. 14 I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. 15 So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have something else in mind, something less than total commitment, God will clear your blurred vision--you'll see it yet!MSG
Mat 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Luk 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
A. Luk 9:62 Jesus said, "No procrastination. No backward looks. You can't put God's kingdom off till tomorrow. Seize the day."
2. Heb 6:13 So Much more.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; 2 baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. 3 God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
How do we move into the "so much more"?
A. By spending time with the Holy Spirit and the Word.
3. John 16:7 The Holy Spirit is expedient for us.
A. V.13- He is our guide into all truth.
B. He will reveal things that are coming.
4. 1Corinth 2:9-14 Some things will only be understood by the Spirit.
He is the very power of God working in us.
Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
The Holy Spirit is our helper.
A. Rom 8:26-27 Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
We must get to know the voice of the Holy Spirit if we want to move forward.
A. We do that by spending time with God and allowing the Spirit to speak to us.
We must also have an understanding of the Word in order to move forward.
5. 2Tim 2:15-16 Study
A. God's approval.
B. You won't embarrass yourself.
C. Rightly divide the Word of Truth.
D. You will recognize false teachings.
It is impossible for anyone to move forward in God if they don't know what's available to them.
A. Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Jos 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
How much more will meditating on the New Testament help us?
God gave us his Word to help us move up to the level we should be operating at.
God gave us the Holy Spirit to help us see and understand what is right.
A. Rom 8:14-16 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. 15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. 16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
Marked for Blessing
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1. Gen 1:26-28 The creation of man.
A. God created man in the threefold image of himself- Spirit, Soul, and Body.
B. Man tends to operate from the soulish area- Leads to operating by feelings.
Verse 28- God Blessed Them: This is the empowerment for what he is about to tell them to do!
A. Be fruitful- A primitive root; to bear fruit (literally or figuratively): - bear, bring forth (fruit), (be, cause to be, make) fruitful, grow, increase.
B. Multiply- A primitive root; to increase (in whatever respect): - [bring in] abundance (X -antly), + archer [by mistake for H7232], be in authority, bring up, X continue, enlarge, excel,
C. Replenish-A primitive root, to fill or (intransitively) be full of, in a wide application (literally and figuratively): - accomplish, take a [hand-] full, + have wholly.
D.Subdue- A primitive root; to tread down; conquer;bring into subjection.
E. Have Dominion-A primitive root; to tread down, that is, subjugate; specifically to crumble off: - (come to, make to) have dominion, prevail against, reign, (bear, make to) rule, (-r, over), take.
There is nothing in this charge about weakness or inadequacy. God's blessing is on mankind!
Psa 67:1-7 God, mark us with grace and blessing! Smile! 2 The whole country will see how you work, all the godless nations see how you save. 3 God! Let people thank and enjoy you. Let all people thank and enjoy you. 4 Let all far-flung people become happy and shout their happiness because You judge them fair and square, you tend the far-flung peoples. 5 God! Let people thank and enjoy you. Let all people thank and enjoy you. 6 Earth, display your exuberance! You mark us with blessing, O God, our God. 7 You mark us with blessing, O God. Earth's four corners--honor him!MSG
We are Marked for Blessing! It's part of our inheritance; Heirs and joint heirs with Jesus.
A. We have a bull's-eye on our back.
2. Genesis 14:18-20 Melchizedek recognized Abraham was blessed.
A. Gen 24:1 And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.
B Abraham's servant: Gen 24:35 And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.
C. Gen 13:2 And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.
3. Gen 26:1-5 Isaac was blessed because of Abraham.
A. Verse 12-16 God blessed Isaac and made his enemies envied him.
B. Verse 26-29 King Abimelech asked to make a covenant with Isaac because he could see the blessing.
Yeah, but that was Abraham's son-
A. Gal 3:7-9 Know ye therefore that they which are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham. 8 And the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed. 9 So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham.
You have two choices-
A. Listen to your soulish area and stay depressed, down and out, in lack and want.
B. Listen to your spirit and operate in the Blessing that Lord has made available to you.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Pro 10:22 It is the LORD's blessing that makes you wealthy. Hard work can make you no richer.GNB
Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
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1. Gen 1:26-28 The creation of man.
A. God created man in the threefold image of himself- Spirit, Soul, and Body.
B. Man tends to operate from the soulish area- Leads to operating by feelings.
Verse 28- God Blessed Them: This is the empowerment for what he is about to tell them to do!
A. Be fruitful- A primitive root; to bear fruit (literally or figuratively): - bear, bring forth (fruit), (be, cause to be, make) fruitful, grow, increase.
B. Multiply- A primitive root; to increase (in whatever respect): - [bring in] abundance (X -antly), + archer [by mistake for H7232], be in authority, bring up, X continue, enlarge, excel,
C. Replenish-A primitive root, to fill or (intransitively) be full of, in a wide application (literally and figuratively): - accomplish, take a [hand-] full, + have wholly.
D.Subdue- A primitive root; to tread down; conquer;bring into subjection.
E. Have Dominion-A primitive root; to tread down, that is, subjugate; specifically to crumble off: - (come to, make to) have dominion, prevail against, reign, (bear, make to) rule, (-r, over), take.
There is nothing in this charge about weakness or inadequacy. God's blessing is on mankind!
Psa 67:1-7 God, mark us with grace and blessing! Smile! 2 The whole country will see how you work, all the godless nations see how you save. 3 God! Let people thank and enjoy you. Let all people thank and enjoy you. 4 Let all far-flung people become happy and shout their happiness because You judge them fair and square, you tend the far-flung peoples. 5 God! Let people thank and enjoy you. Let all people thank and enjoy you. 6 Earth, display your exuberance! You mark us with blessing, O God, our God. 7 You mark us with blessing, O God. Earth's four corners--honor him!MSG
We are Marked for Blessing! It's part of our inheritance; Heirs and joint heirs with Jesus.
A. We have a bull's-eye on our back.
2. Genesis 14:18-20 Melchizedek recognized Abraham was blessed.
A. Gen 24:1 And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.
B Abraham's servant: Gen 24:35 And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.
C. Gen 13:2 And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.
3. Gen 26:1-5 Isaac was blessed because of Abraham.
A. Verse 12-16 God blessed Isaac and made his enemies envied him.
B. Verse 26-29 King Abimelech asked to make a covenant with Isaac because he could see the blessing.
Yeah, but that was Abraham's son-
A. Gal 3:7-9 Know ye therefore that they which are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham. 8 And the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed. 9 So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham.
You have two choices-
A. Listen to your soulish area and stay depressed, down and out, in lack and want.
B. Listen to your spirit and operate in the Blessing that Lord has made available to you.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Pro 10:22 It is the LORD's blessing that makes you wealthy. Hard work can make you no richer.GNB
Jos 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
What You Believe Matters
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1. Romans 3:3-4 What if some did not believe.
What others believe will not effect the Faith or Power of God.
What you believe and do will effect the Faith and Power of God in your life.
2. 1Sam 2;3;4;5:1-5 The downfall of Eli.
A. Chapter 2- Hannah leaves Samuel at the house of the Lord--Eli receives prophecy.
B. Chapter 3- Samuel hears God speak- Reminds Eli- Established as Prophet.
C. Chapter 4- Battle with Philistines- Prophecy comes to pass- Lose the Ark
D. Chapter 5:1-5 God's power is not effected.
God's power is forever- God backs his Word with his power.
2. Numbers 22:12;23:19-20 Balak hires Balaam to curse Israel.
A. Balaam could not curse only bless.
Why were the children of Israel blessed?
Gen 12:1-3 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will show thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: 3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Rom 4:3 For what saith the Scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness.
Here's why what we believe is so important-
3. Gal 3:6-29 Abraham's seed and heirs according to the promise.
If you have received Christ, All the power and promises of God are available to you if you will believe.
Gal 3:9 So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham.
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1. Romans 3:3-4 What if some did not believe.
What others believe will not effect the Faith or Power of God.
What you believe and do will effect the Faith and Power of God in your life.
2. 1Sam 2;3;4;5:1-5 The downfall of Eli.
A. Chapter 2- Hannah leaves Samuel at the house of the Lord--Eli receives prophecy.
B. Chapter 3- Samuel hears God speak- Reminds Eli- Established as Prophet.
C. Chapter 4- Battle with Philistines- Prophecy comes to pass- Lose the Ark
D. Chapter 5:1-5 God's power is not effected.
God's power is forever- God backs his Word with his power.
2. Numbers 22:12;23:19-20 Balak hires Balaam to curse Israel.
A. Balaam could not curse only bless.
Why were the children of Israel blessed?
Gen 12:1-3 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will show thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: 3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Rom 4:3 For what saith the Scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness.
Here's why what we believe is so important-
3. Gal 3:6-29 Abraham's seed and heirs according to the promise.
If you have received Christ, All the power and promises of God are available to you if you will believe.
Gal 3:9 So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham.
Who is a Father?
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1. 1Corinth 4:15 Not many fathers.
What is a Father?
A. Webster-He who begets a child.
Who is a Father?
A. The male part of the union between a man and woman called marriage.
B. The male is one of the two parts that make procreation possible.
Even though the male can procreate, he does not really become a father until he takes on the full responsibility of his part to raise that child to adulthood.
While most males are all in in the process of procreation, when the moment of conception happens, they are ready to move on and refuse to take responsibility for their actions.
A Father values his role in bringing a child into this world and wants to do everything in his power to see that the child has a successful life.
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
How a child is trained makes the difference in how that child will turn out. Fathers have a great role in that training.
A. Eph 6:4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
Children do not know! They learn from their surroundings.
A. How to speak.
B. How to act.
C. Pro 17:21 He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy.
Children need input from both the Male and the Female gender.
A. Illust- The movie Blended.
B. Teach children the way each should behave as a Man or Woman.
C. Divorced?- If you don't trust them enough to teach your children- Don't marry them!
Father's you need to be the King of your home with your lovely Queen standing right beside you.
The King is the protector of his family.
A. Psa 91:10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
B. There is an overwhelming peace that comes when you have confidence in your protector.
The King is the provider for his family.
A. 1Ti 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and especially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
B. This is not an indictment to being poor- It is for not trying.
The Father should display the kind of love to his family that when they hear about the love of our Heavenly Father, they would immediately understand.
1Jo 3:1 Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
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1. 1Corinth 4:15 Not many fathers.
What is a Father?
A. Webster-He who begets a child.
Who is a Father?
A. The male part of the union between a man and woman called marriage.
B. The male is one of the two parts that make procreation possible.
Even though the male can procreate, he does not really become a father until he takes on the full responsibility of his part to raise that child to adulthood.
While most males are all in in the process of procreation, when the moment of conception happens, they are ready to move on and refuse to take responsibility for their actions.
A Father values his role in bringing a child into this world and wants to do everything in his power to see that the child has a successful life.
Pro 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
How a child is trained makes the difference in how that child will turn out. Fathers have a great role in that training.
A. Eph 6:4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
Children do not know! They learn from their surroundings.
A. How to speak.
B. How to act.
C. Pro 17:21 He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy.
Children need input from both the Male and the Female gender.
A. Illust- The movie Blended.
B. Teach children the way each should behave as a Man or Woman.
C. Divorced?- If you don't trust them enough to teach your children- Don't marry them!
Father's you need to be the King of your home with your lovely Queen standing right beside you.
The King is the protector of his family.
A. Psa 91:10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
B. There is an overwhelming peace that comes when you have confidence in your protector.
The King is the provider for his family.
A. 1Ti 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and especially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
B. This is not an indictment to being poor- It is for not trying.
The Father should display the kind of love to his family that when they hear about the love of our Heavenly Father, they would immediately understand.
1Jo 3:1 Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
Don't Be Simon
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1. Acts 8:5-24 Phillip's great revival.
There was great joy in the city- They were having a Holy Ghost time!
I. Simon was not happy just enjoying the presence of God-
A. He wanted to be seen- He wanted to make it about him.
The move of the Spirit is not about an individual- It's about the whole.
A. Every individual is important, but the end result must be that we as individuals combine to become One Voice- One Body- One Spirit giving glory unto God.
B. Team- Google-A team is a group of people who work together toward a common goal.
C. Webster-Two or more horses, oxen or other beasts harnessed together to the same vehicle for drawing, as to a coach, chariot, wagon, cart, sled, sleigh and the like.
Star Trek Quote- Spock: The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the one.
A. Have we been praying for the many or just ourselves.
II. Simon is proof that you can be in the middle of the greatest move of God and miss it because your heart is not in the right place.
III. Peter's answer to Simon's problem was to Repent!
We are the only ones that can do anything about our own heart-
Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
Rom 12:1-2 So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life--your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life--and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him. 2 Don't become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking. Instead, fix your attention on God. You'll be changed from the inside out. Readily recognize what he wants from you, and quickly respond to it. Unlike the culture around you, always dragging you down to its level of immaturity, God brings the best out of you, develops well-formed maturity in you.MSG
We need to fall in love with Jesus all over again!
A. The church has allowed the world to bleed into it and caused people to question its legitimacy.
2. 1Tim 1:3-7 Worshipping and serving God is not a fairy tale.
A. It's about having a pure heart, a pure conscience, and unfailing faith.
There is one thing I like about fairy tales- True love's kiss breaks the curse....
Jesus' love has broken the curse for us-
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: 14 That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
Don't allow your heart to get disconnected and miss out on the promises and blessings that God wants the whole Body to enjoy.
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1. Acts 8:5-24 Phillip's great revival.
There was great joy in the city- They were having a Holy Ghost time!
I. Simon was not happy just enjoying the presence of God-
A. He wanted to be seen- He wanted to make it about him.
The move of the Spirit is not about an individual- It's about the whole.
A. Every individual is important, but the end result must be that we as individuals combine to become One Voice- One Body- One Spirit giving glory unto God.
B. Team- Google-A team is a group of people who work together toward a common goal.
C. Webster-Two or more horses, oxen or other beasts harnessed together to the same vehicle for drawing, as to a coach, chariot, wagon, cart, sled, sleigh and the like.
Star Trek Quote- Spock: The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the one.
A. Have we been praying for the many or just ourselves.
II. Simon is proof that you can be in the middle of the greatest move of God and miss it because your heart is not in the right place.
III. Peter's answer to Simon's problem was to Repent!
We are the only ones that can do anything about our own heart-
Pro 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Pro 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. NLT
Rom 12:1-2 So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life--your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life--and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him. 2 Don't become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking. Instead, fix your attention on God. You'll be changed from the inside out. Readily recognize what he wants from you, and quickly respond to it. Unlike the culture around you, always dragging you down to its level of immaturity, God brings the best out of you, develops well-formed maturity in you.MSG
We need to fall in love with Jesus all over again!
A. The church has allowed the world to bleed into it and caused people to question its legitimacy.
2. 1Tim 1:3-7 Worshipping and serving God is not a fairy tale.
A. It's about having a pure heart, a pure conscience, and unfailing faith.
There is one thing I like about fairy tales- True love's kiss breaks the curse....
Jesus' love has broken the curse for us-
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: 14 That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
Don't allow your heart to get disconnected and miss out on the promises and blessings that God wants the whole Body to enjoy.
Love, Faith, and Forgiveness
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1. Gal 5:6 Faith works by love.
A. Faith is all about the heart.
2. 1Corinth 13:1-7 Love is the greatest.
A. 1Co 13:1-7 If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. 3 If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. 4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
B. 1Co 13:13 Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.
3. Mark 11:23-26 Faith and Forgiveness.
A. Holding unforgiveness hinders love and therefore keeps faith from operating.
Hebrews 11:6 - Without Faith it is IMPOSSIBLE to please God!
A. We must deal with our unforgiveness.
4. Matt 18:21-35 Jesus teaches on forgiveness.
We have been taught that we must Forgive and Forget-
A. Mic 7:19 He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea.
B. The more you try to forget, the more you remember.
We have been taught we must reconcile -
A. Mat 5:23-24 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath aught against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.
B. It takes two to reconcile.
Forgiveness only takes one person- YOU!
I. Forgiveness creates the deepest awareness of sin.
A. I don't have to condone the sin- It's not ok.
B. I confront it for what it is and I resolve it at the cross in the love of God.
C. As long as you hold it by the neck, you can never distance yourself from it.
D. Your forgiveness Never depends on some else's actions.
II. Forgiveness Always costs the innocent one.
A. Seems like the guilty get off scott free- It's not fair.
B. Remember that Jesus was innocent when he paid our price.
III. Forgiveness conditions our heart to forgive others as I have been forgiven.
A. We can't be like the wicked servant- We must remember that God has forgiven us.
B. Carrying the burden of unforgiveness is not worth it- It will reek havoc in your life.
Let's use our faith and release unforgiveness in the love of God.
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1. Gal 5:6 Faith works by love.
A. Faith is all about the heart.
2. 1Corinth 13:1-7 Love is the greatest.
A. 1Co 13:1-7 If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God's secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn't love others, I would be nothing. 3 If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would have gained nothing. 4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
B. 1Co 13:13 Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.
3. Mark 11:23-26 Faith and Forgiveness.
A. Holding unforgiveness hinders love and therefore keeps faith from operating.
Hebrews 11:6 - Without Faith it is IMPOSSIBLE to please God!
A. We must deal with our unforgiveness.
4. Matt 18:21-35 Jesus teaches on forgiveness.
We have been taught that we must Forgive and Forget-
A. Mic 7:19 He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea.
B. The more you try to forget, the more you remember.
We have been taught we must reconcile -
A. Mat 5:23-24 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath aught against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.
B. It takes two to reconcile.
Forgiveness only takes one person- YOU!
I. Forgiveness creates the deepest awareness of sin.
A. I don't have to condone the sin- It's not ok.
B. I confront it for what it is and I resolve it at the cross in the love of God.
C. As long as you hold it by the neck, you can never distance yourself from it.
D. Your forgiveness Never depends on some else's actions.
II. Forgiveness Always costs the innocent one.
A. Seems like the guilty get off scott free- It's not fair.
B. Remember that Jesus was innocent when he paid our price.
III. Forgiveness conditions our heart to forgive others as I have been forgiven.
A. We can't be like the wicked servant- We must remember that God has forgiven us.
B. Carrying the burden of unforgiveness is not worth it- It will reek havoc in your life.
Let's use our faith and release unforgiveness in the love of God.
All Our Heart
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1. 2Chron 15:1-15 A Covenant to seek the Lord.
A. To seek the Lord God with all their heart and all their soul.
B. V. 15 They rejoiced- sought him with their whole desire- he was found of them.
Heart and Soul- Refer to your inner most being.
2. Mark 12:28-30 The first of all commandments.
3. Psalm 139:23-24 David knew the importance of the heart.
4. Romans 10:8-10 For with the heart man believeth.
A. If your heart is not right, your believing is not right.
B. If your believing is not right your actions won't be right.
Luk 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
5. Heb 3:12-19 Evil heart of unbelief.
A. The Promise Land was theirs for the taking- They didn't believe they could take it.
B. Their unbelief kept them from entering.
There is a move of God happening right now-
We all need to do a Spiritual EKG to make sure our hearts are right.
I'm not talking about Sin- I'm talking about our refusal to seek Him with all our heart.
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1. 2Chron 15:1-15 A Covenant to seek the Lord.
A. To seek the Lord God with all their heart and all their soul.
B. V. 15 They rejoiced- sought him with their whole desire- he was found of them.
Heart and Soul- Refer to your inner most being.
2. Mark 12:28-30 The first of all commandments.
3. Psalm 139:23-24 David knew the importance of the heart.
4. Romans 10:8-10 For with the heart man believeth.
A. If your heart is not right, your believing is not right.
B. If your believing is not right your actions won't be right.
Luk 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
5. Heb 3:12-19 Evil heart of unbelief.
A. The Promise Land was theirs for the taking- They didn't believe they could take it.
B. Their unbelief kept them from entering.
There is a move of God happening right now-
We all need to do a Spiritual EKG to make sure our hearts are right.
I'm not talking about Sin- I'm talking about our refusal to seek Him with all our heart.
We Are the Church
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1. Josh 3:3-5 Go forth with you eyes on God.
A. You have not passed this way before.
B. Sanctify yourselves- The Lord will do wonders.
C. V. 14-17 They stood firm on dry ground.
We have moved into a new season-
A. It's time for the Church to start possessing what God has given it.
Playing church is not going to cut it anymore.
Amo 6:1-8 What sorrow awaits you who lounge in luxury in Jerusalem, and you who feel secure in Samaria! You are famous and popular in Israel, and people go to you for help. 2 But go over to Calneh and see what happened there. Then go to the great city of Hamath and down to the Philistine city of Gath. You are no better than they were, and look at how they were destroyed. 3 You push away every thought of coming disaster, but your actions only bring the day of judgment closer. 4 How terrible for you who sprawl on ivory beds and lounge on your couches, eating the meat of tender lambs from the flock and of choice calves fattened in the stall. 5 You sing trivial songs to the sound of the harp and fancy yourselves to be great musicians like David. 6 You drink wine by the bowlful and perfume yourselves with fragrant lotions. You care nothing about the ruin of your nation. 7 Therefore, you will be the first to be led away as captives. Suddenly, all your parties will end. 8 The Sovereign LORD has sworn by His own name, and this is what He, the LORD God of Heaven's Armies, says: "I despise the arrogance of Israel, and I hate their fortresses. I will give this city and everything in it to their enemies." (
God wants his people to wake up out of their religious trance and begin to take dominion over their land.
2. Ezek 22:23-31 Their own way have I recompensed upon their heads.
A. Our way has not worked- We must do it God's way!
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
God spoke these words after they dedicated the Temple they built unto the Lord.
3. 2Chron 5:11-14 The Glory Cloud fell.
A. Rev 5:10 And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
B. 1Co 3:16 Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?
2Chron 6 Solomon prays for forgivenness-
A. Personal sins if he repents.
B. Sins that cause them to be taken captive.
C. Sin that causes heaven to be shut up.
D. 2Ch 6:28-31 If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or caterpillars; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land; whatsoever sore or whatsoever sickness there be: 29 Then what prayer or what supplication soever shall be made of any man, or of all thy people Israel, when every one shall know his own sore and his own grief, and shall spread forth his hands in this house: 30 Then hear thou from heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive, and render unto every man according unto all his ways, whose heart thou knowest; (for thou only knowest the hearts of the children of men:) 31 That they may fear thee, to walk in thy ways, so long as they live in the land which thou gavest unto our fathers.
4. 2Chon 7:1-3 The Fire Fell.
The Fire of God is falling- The enemy has tried to suppress the move of God, but we are coming out.
God has anointed us to rise up and proclaim the goodness of God.
He has anointed us to be the Kings and Priests he called us to be.
We Are The Church! The gates of hell shall not prevail against it!
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1. Josh 3:3-5 Go forth with you eyes on God.
A. You have not passed this way before.
B. Sanctify yourselves- The Lord will do wonders.
C. V. 14-17 They stood firm on dry ground.
We have moved into a new season-
A. It's time for the Church to start possessing what God has given it.
Playing church is not going to cut it anymore.
Amo 6:1-8 What sorrow awaits you who lounge in luxury in Jerusalem, and you who feel secure in Samaria! You are famous and popular in Israel, and people go to you for help. 2 But go over to Calneh and see what happened there. Then go to the great city of Hamath and down to the Philistine city of Gath. You are no better than they were, and look at how they were destroyed. 3 You push away every thought of coming disaster, but your actions only bring the day of judgment closer. 4 How terrible for you who sprawl on ivory beds and lounge on your couches, eating the meat of tender lambs from the flock and of choice calves fattened in the stall. 5 You sing trivial songs to the sound of the harp and fancy yourselves to be great musicians like David. 6 You drink wine by the bowlful and perfume yourselves with fragrant lotions. You care nothing about the ruin of your nation. 7 Therefore, you will be the first to be led away as captives. Suddenly, all your parties will end. 8 The Sovereign LORD has sworn by His own name, and this is what He, the LORD God of Heaven's Armies, says: "I despise the arrogance of Israel, and I hate their fortresses. I will give this city and everything in it to their enemies." (
God wants his people to wake up out of their religious trance and begin to take dominion over their land.
2. Ezek 22:23-31 Their own way have I recompensed upon their heads.
A. Our way has not worked- We must do it God's way!
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
God spoke these words after they dedicated the Temple they built unto the Lord.
3. 2Chron 5:11-14 The Glory Cloud fell.
A. Rev 5:10 And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
B. 1Co 3:16 Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?
2Chron 6 Solomon prays for forgivenness-
A. Personal sins if he repents.
B. Sins that cause them to be taken captive.
C. Sin that causes heaven to be shut up.
D. 2Ch 6:28-31 If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or caterpillars; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land; whatsoever sore or whatsoever sickness there be: 29 Then what prayer or what supplication soever shall be made of any man, or of all thy people Israel, when every one shall know his own sore and his own grief, and shall spread forth his hands in this house: 30 Then hear thou from heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive, and render unto every man according unto all his ways, whose heart thou knowest; (for thou only knowest the hearts of the children of men:) 31 That they may fear thee, to walk in thy ways, so long as they live in the land which thou gavest unto our fathers.
4. 2Chon 7:1-3 The Fire Fell.
The Fire of God is falling- The enemy has tried to suppress the move of God, but we are coming out.
God has anointed us to rise up and proclaim the goodness of God.
He has anointed us to be the Kings and Priests he called us to be.
We Are The Church! The gates of hell shall not prevail against it!
Peer Pressure
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1. 1Sam 15:1-26 Saul disobeys God.
A. V.13- 14 Partial obedience is still disobedience-
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Even though we are living under grace, we are still responsible for keeping God's comandments.
A. Tit 2:11-12 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
B. Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
V. 15-21 You cannot blame your disobedience on someone else-
A. The blame game goes all the way back to the garden of Eden.
Gen 3:12-13 And the man said, The woman whom thou gavest to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I did eat. 13 And the LORD God said unto the woman, What is this that thou hast done? And the woman said, The serpent beguiled me, and I did eat.
V. 22- Even if you think your reason is good enough, it's not.
A. Doing and acting wrong in the name of good is still wrong.
V. 23- Rebellion and Stubbornness against the Word of God will cause you to be rejected.
A. They rejected what God said because they wanted to do what they wanted to do.
V. 24- Saul admits why he disobeyed God's Word.
A. Jer 1:8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD.
Even after Saul messed up, he continued to let the people's voices drive him.
A. 1Sa 18:6-9 And it came to pass as they came, when David was returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, that the women came out of all cities of Israel, singing and dancing, to meet king Saul, with tabrets, with joy, and with instruments of music. 7 And the women answered one another as they played, and said, Saul hath slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands. 8 And Saul was very wroth, and the saying displeased him; and he said, They have ascribed unto David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed but thousands: and what can he have more but the kingdom? 9 And Saul eyed David from that day and forward.
Don't let peer pressure cause you to do something or agree with something you know God is against!!
A. Saul had to pay the price for his own actions.
B. You will have to pay the price for yours.
Doing what is right is not always Popular- But it is still Right!
We are all accountable for our own actions- God holds us accountable-
Mat 12:35-37 A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
2Co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
You are your own person- You determine your own actions-
Don't let anyone or anything come between you and serving God with all your heart.
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1. 1Sam 15:1-26 Saul disobeys God.
A. V.13- 14 Partial obedience is still disobedience-
Luk 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Even though we are living under grace, we are still responsible for keeping God's comandments.
A. Tit 2:11-12 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
B. Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
V. 15-21 You cannot blame your disobedience on someone else-
A. The blame game goes all the way back to the garden of Eden.
Gen 3:12-13 And the man said, The woman whom thou gavest to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I did eat. 13 And the LORD God said unto the woman, What is this that thou hast done? And the woman said, The serpent beguiled me, and I did eat.
V. 22- Even if you think your reason is good enough, it's not.
A. Doing and acting wrong in the name of good is still wrong.
V. 23- Rebellion and Stubbornness against the Word of God will cause you to be rejected.
A. They rejected what God said because they wanted to do what they wanted to do.
V. 24- Saul admits why he disobeyed God's Word.
A. Jer 1:8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD.
Even after Saul messed up, he continued to let the people's voices drive him.
A. 1Sa 18:6-9 And it came to pass as they came, when David was returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, that the women came out of all cities of Israel, singing and dancing, to meet king Saul, with tabrets, with joy, and with instruments of music. 7 And the women answered one another as they played, and said, Saul hath slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands. 8 And Saul was very wroth, and the saying displeased him; and he said, They have ascribed unto David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed but thousands: and what can he have more but the kingdom? 9 And Saul eyed David from that day and forward.
Don't let peer pressure cause you to do something or agree with something you know God is against!!
A. Saul had to pay the price for his own actions.
B. You will have to pay the price for yours.
Doing what is right is not always Popular- But it is still Right!
We are all accountable for our own actions- God holds us accountable-
Mat 12:35-37 A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
2Co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
You are your own person- You determine your own actions-
Don't let anyone or anything come between you and serving God with all your heart.
The Invaluable Word
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1. Heb 4:12-13 The Word 0f God is alive.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes, and He is the One to whom we are accountable.NLT
B. V.13- Heb 4:13 Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what. MSG
Luk 4:3-4 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread. 4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
2. Heb 2:1-4 Don't let the Word slip.
When we forget the Word, we forget the promises-
3. 2Corinth 1:20 All God's promises are yes!
We understand how important the name of God is, but......
Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
4. Proverbs 3:1-18 The Blessings of wisdom and understanding the Word.
A. V.1-8 The value of giving the Word first place in our life.
B. V. 9-10 The value of honoring the Word concerning giving.
C. V. 11-12 Allow the Word to chasten you.
D. V. 13-18 The benefits of wisdom and understanding in the Word.
Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
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1. Heb 4:12-13 The Word 0f God is alive.
A. Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes, and He is the One to whom we are accountable.NLT
B. V.13- Heb 4:13 Nothing and no one is impervious to God's Word. We can't get away from it--no matter what. MSG
Luk 4:3-4 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread. 4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
2. Heb 2:1-4 Don't let the Word slip.
When we forget the Word, we forget the promises-
3. 2Corinth 1:20 All God's promises are yes!
We understand how important the name of God is, but......
Psa 138:2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
4. Proverbs 3:1-18 The Blessings of wisdom and understanding the Word.
A. V.1-8 The value of giving the Word first place in our life.
B. V. 9-10 The value of honoring the Word concerning giving.
C. V. 11-12 Allow the Word to chasten you.
D. V. 13-18 The benefits of wisdom and understanding in the Word.
Pro 4:20-22 My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
We Must Remember
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Memorial Day (previously, but now seldom, called Decoration Day[1]) is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Memorial Day is seen by many as a day to get to the lake, a day to cook out, or have a family reunion (nothing wrong with those things); others see it as a time to "Decorate" the graves of all loved ones that have past or even have a church service on the cemetary (unique to certain areas). Again there is nothing wrong with these things.
We must never forget the true reason for this holiday-
We the leadership of NGC want to thank every person that has ever served in our military-
A. Thank you to every family who may have lost a loved one fighting for our freedom.
America is and has always been the greatest nation in the world- We salute those that have helped it to be that way.
Besides the great men and women willing to give their lives to defend it, why is America the greatest?
A. Other countries have bigger populations.
This nation was founded on the belief of the God of the Bible and it's guiding principles.
A. There are those that are on a mission to get God out of our nation- Without God we will be no nation.
Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
1. Luke 6:46-49 We have many in our country's leadership that claim they have a relationship with God.
A. Without the foundation, the house (country) will cease to be.
Many view the Bible as old fashion and out of touch with the times-
2. Rom 1:20-32 This applies today as much as it did when Paul wrote it.
A. Rom 1:32 Though they are fully aware of God's righteous decree that those who do such things deserve to die, they not only do them themselves but approve and applaud others who practice them. AMP
The Bible is not out of touch- They just don't want to hear the truth.
Yes, but man has evolved-
Abortion shows how man has evolved- From the pretense of caring about a rape victim to flat out murder.
Man has evolved to the point that he can't tell the difference between male and female.
MEMO'RIAL, n. That which preserves the memory of something; any thing that serves to keep in memory. A monument is a memorial of a deceased person, or of an event.
The Bible is a memorial of where we came from and who we are supposed to be!
We have to remember that it is God that makes us who we are.
1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
Joh 15:4-5 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. 5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
3. Eccl 12:13-14 We have to Remember of duty.
4. Rev 2:1-5 Remember and Repent.
NGC 5-24-20 (online)
Memorial Day (previously, but now seldom, called Decoration Day[1]) is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Memorial Day is seen by many as a day to get to the lake, a day to cook out, or have a family reunion (nothing wrong with those things); others see it as a time to "Decorate" the graves of all loved ones that have past or even have a church service on the cemetary (unique to certain areas). Again there is nothing wrong with these things.
We must never forget the true reason for this holiday-
We the leadership of NGC want to thank every person that has ever served in our military-
A. Thank you to every family who may have lost a loved one fighting for our freedom.
America is and has always been the greatest nation in the world- We salute those that have helped it to be that way.
Besides the great men and women willing to give their lives to defend it, why is America the greatest?
A. Other countries have bigger populations.
This nation was founded on the belief of the God of the Bible and it's guiding principles.
A. There are those that are on a mission to get God out of our nation- Without God we will be no nation.
Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
1. Luke 6:46-49 We have many in our country's leadership that claim they have a relationship with God.
A. Without the foundation, the house (country) will cease to be.
Many view the Bible as old fashion and out of touch with the times-
2. Rom 1:20-32 This applies today as much as it did when Paul wrote it.
A. Rom 1:32 Though they are fully aware of God's righteous decree that those who do such things deserve to die, they not only do them themselves but approve and applaud others who practice them. AMP
The Bible is not out of touch- They just don't want to hear the truth.
Yes, but man has evolved-
Abortion shows how man has evolved- From the pretense of caring about a rape victim to flat out murder.
Man has evolved to the point that he can't tell the difference between male and female.
MEMO'RIAL, n. That which preserves the memory of something; any thing that serves to keep in memory. A monument is a memorial of a deceased person, or of an event.
The Bible is a memorial of where we came from and who we are supposed to be!
We have to remember that it is God that makes us who we are.
1Co 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
Joh 15:4-5 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. 5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
3. Eccl 12:13-14 We have to Remember of duty.
4. Rev 2:1-5 Remember and Repent.
The Plan- Blessing
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1. Jeremiah 29:11 God has always had a plan.
A. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
2. Genesis 1:26-28 God's Plan from the beginning.
A. The first thing God did was BLESS them-
Being blessed is the empowerment to prosper and and increase because of God's favor being bestowed upon you.
A. No matter what I'm going through, I'm still walking in that blessing.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Look at what being blessed would help them accomplish-
A. Be fruitful- to bear fruit;cause to be or make fruitful; grow; increase.
B. Multiply- to increase; heap; gather or yield much; plenty.
C. Replenish- to fill or be full of; accomplish; satisfy; have wholly.
D. Subdue- to tread down; conquer; bring into subjection.
E. Dominion- to tread down; prevail against; rule over.
God's plan was and still is for everything upon this earth to be a blessing and bring blessing to his man.
We know this is true because even after Adam disobeyed in the garden, God continued pronouncing blessing.
Gen 9:1-2 And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth. 2 And the fear of you and the dread of you shall be upon every beast of the earth, and upon every fowl of the air, upon all that moveth upon the earth, and upon all the fishes of the sea; into your hand are they delivered.
Gen 12:2-3 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: 3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Gen 26:12-14 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year a hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him. 13 And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great: 14 For he had possession of flocks, and possession of herds, and great store of servants: and the Philistines envied him.
Does that have anything to with God blessing us today?
3. Gal 3:26-29 If ye be Christ's- Abraham's seed and Heirs.
A. The blessing that was pronounced from Adam to Jesus was given to us through Jesus.
V. 13-14 Jesus broke the curse of poverity so that we could walk in the blessing.
Actually, Hebrews 8:6 tells us that we have a better covenant based upon better promises!
God's plan is not for his children to walk around broke, defeated, hopeless, and afraid.
God's plan is for us to walk in, meditate on, and expect the Blessing everywhere we go and in everything we do.
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1. Jeremiah 29:11 God has always had a plan.
A. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
2. Genesis 1:26-28 God's Plan from the beginning.
A. The first thing God did was BLESS them-
Being blessed is the empowerment to prosper and and increase because of God's favor being bestowed upon you.
A. No matter what I'm going through, I'm still walking in that blessing.
Pro 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Look at what being blessed would help them accomplish-
A. Be fruitful- to bear fruit;cause to be or make fruitful; grow; increase.
B. Multiply- to increase; heap; gather or yield much; plenty.
C. Replenish- to fill or be full of; accomplish; satisfy; have wholly.
D. Subdue- to tread down; conquer; bring into subjection.
E. Dominion- to tread down; prevail against; rule over.
God's plan was and still is for everything upon this earth to be a blessing and bring blessing to his man.
We know this is true because even after Adam disobeyed in the garden, God continued pronouncing blessing.
Gen 9:1-2 And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth. 2 And the fear of you and the dread of you shall be upon every beast of the earth, and upon every fowl of the air, upon all that moveth upon the earth, and upon all the fishes of the sea; into your hand are they delivered.
Gen 12:2-3 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: 3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Gen 26:12-14 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year a hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him. 13 And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great: 14 For he had possession of flocks, and possession of herds, and great store of servants: and the Philistines envied him.
Does that have anything to with God blessing us today?
3. Gal 3:26-29 If ye be Christ's- Abraham's seed and Heirs.
A. The blessing that was pronounced from Adam to Jesus was given to us through Jesus.
V. 13-14 Jesus broke the curse of poverity so that we could walk in the blessing.
Actually, Hebrews 8:6 tells us that we have a better covenant based upon better promises!
God's plan is not for his children to walk around broke, defeated, hopeless, and afraid.
God's plan is for us to walk in, meditate on, and expect the Blessing everywhere we go and in everything we do.
The Transformed Mind
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1. Philip 4:8-9 Think on these things.
A. Phi 4:8-9 For the rest, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of reverence and is honorable and seemly, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely and lovable, whatever is kind and winsome and gracious, if there is any virtue and excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on and weigh and take account of these things [fix your minds on them]. 9 Practice what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and model your way of living on it, and the God of peace (of untroubled, undisturbed well-being) will be with you.
AMP
The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It is the physical residence of the mind.
The mind is the manifestations of thought, perception, emotion, determination, memory, and imagination that takes place within the brain. The mind is often used to refer primarily to the thought processes of reason. The mind is the awareness of consciousness we know, the ability to control what we do and understand what we are doing and why. controlmind.info
The mind is part of man's soulish area that must be renewed or retrained after we are born again.
A. Man is a spirit- Man's spirit is made new by the Holy Spirit
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
B. Man lives in a body- The body must be brought into subjection to the Spirit.
1Co 9:27 But I keepunder my body, and bring it into subjection:
C. Man has a soul- The soul consist of the mind, will and emotions- All must be retrained.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
In order to retrain the will and the emotions, the mind must first be renewed.
The mind must be renewed by the Word of God!
2. 2Tim 2:15-16 Rightly dividing the word of truth.
A. Renewing your mind requires study- The Right kind of study.
B. Perfect practice makes perfect.
C. Shun vain babblings- He who knows not.....
3. Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
A. We to make sure what we are hearing is the Word of God not the Word of man.
We have been taught many things that were supposed to be truth, but do not line up with the Word of God.
If our foundational truths are wrong, then our whole belief system will be messed up.
Probably the most basic truth that man's mind must be renewed to is the fact that God is Good!
4. James 1:13-17 God does not tempt us with bad.
A. This includes sickness and disease.
Act 10:38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
God does not make you sick so he can heal you or teach you a lesson-
Psa 107:20-21 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. 21 Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
God did not make Salvation hard-
Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Salvation is not for a select few-
Rev 22:17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
God does not want you to live a bad life here on this earth. (Hard Ole Way)
Mar 10:29-30 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, 30 But he shall receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.
Mat 7:11 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?
Don't just believe something because you heard someone say it- Study the Word and renew your mind to the truth.
NGC 5-17-20 (online)
1. Philip 4:8-9 Think on these things.
A. Phi 4:8-9 For the rest, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of reverence and is honorable and seemly, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely and lovable, whatever is kind and winsome and gracious, if there is any virtue and excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on and weigh and take account of these things [fix your minds on them]. 9 Practice what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and model your way of living on it, and the God of peace (of untroubled, undisturbed well-being) will be with you.
AMP
The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It is the physical residence of the mind.
The mind is the manifestations of thought, perception, emotion, determination, memory, and imagination that takes place within the brain. The mind is often used to refer primarily to the thought processes of reason. The mind is the awareness of consciousness we know, the ability to control what we do and understand what we are doing and why. controlmind.info
The mind is part of man's soulish area that must be renewed or retrained after we are born again.
A. Man is a spirit- Man's spirit is made new by the Holy Spirit
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
B. Man lives in a body- The body must be brought into subjection to the Spirit.
1Co 9:27 But I keepunder my body, and bring it into subjection:
C. Man has a soul- The soul consist of the mind, will and emotions- All must be retrained.
Rom 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
In order to retrain the will and the emotions, the mind must first be renewed.
The mind must be renewed by the Word of God!
2. 2Tim 2:15-16 Rightly dividing the word of truth.
A. Renewing your mind requires study- The Right kind of study.
B. Perfect practice makes perfect.
C. Shun vain babblings- He who knows not.....
3. Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
A. We to make sure what we are hearing is the Word of God not the Word of man.
We have been taught many things that were supposed to be truth, but do not line up with the Word of God.
If our foundational truths are wrong, then our whole belief system will be messed up.
Probably the most basic truth that man's mind must be renewed to is the fact that God is Good!
4. James 1:13-17 God does not tempt us with bad.
A. This includes sickness and disease.
Act 10:38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
God does not make you sick so he can heal you or teach you a lesson-
Psa 107:20-21 He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. 21 Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
God did not make Salvation hard-
Rom 10:8-10 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Salvation is not for a select few-
Rev 22:17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
God does not want you to live a bad life here on this earth. (Hard Ole Way)
Mar 10:29-30 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, 30 But he shall receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.
Mat 7:11 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?
Don't just believe something because you heard someone say it- Study the Word and renew your mind to the truth.
God Has a Plan
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1. Jeremiah 29:11 God has always had a plan for his people.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
Eph 1:3-6 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: 4 According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: 5 Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.
Mat 25:34 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:
God has an earthly plan and God has a heavenly plan.
*Jerem 29:5-10 No matter what is being prophesied, there are certain things that are part of God's timetable that will not be changed.
A. Jesus laid out the timetable in Matthew 24.
God told the people in Jeremiah 29 to move on with their lives- Then he said: I 've got you covered.
A. They had a defeated attitude-
Psa 137:1-4 By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. 2 We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof. 3 For there they that carried us away captive required of us a song; and they that wasted us required of us mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion. 4 How shall we sing the LORD's song in a strange land?
2. Psalm 37:22-29 The righteous should expect to be blessed.
3. Luke 12:29-32 It is your Father's good pleasure.
A. God wants you to have good things.
Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
4. 1Chron 4:9-10 The prayer of Jabez
A. 1Ch 4:10 Jabez prayed to the God of Israel: "Bless me, O bless me! Give me land, large tracts of land. And provide your personal protection--don't let evil hurt me." God gave him what he asked.MSG
What have you been asking God for? Do you believe he is going to do it?
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Heb 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Shake off all the doubt and fear the world is trying to put on you- Let the joy of the Lord be your strength.
God has plans to bring good things into your life.
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1. Jeremiah 29:11 God has always had a plan for his people.
A. Jer 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. NLT
B. Jer 29:11 I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for. GNB
Eph 1:3-6 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: 4 According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: 5 Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.
Mat 25:34 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:
God has an earthly plan and God has a heavenly plan.
*Jerem 29:5-10 No matter what is being prophesied, there are certain things that are part of God's timetable that will not be changed.
A. Jesus laid out the timetable in Matthew 24.
God told the people in Jeremiah 29 to move on with their lives- Then he said: I 've got you covered.
A. They had a defeated attitude-
Psa 137:1-4 By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. 2 We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof. 3 For there they that carried us away captive required of us a song; and they that wasted us required of us mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion. 4 How shall we sing the LORD's song in a strange land?
2. Psalm 37:22-29 The righteous should expect to be blessed.
3. Luke 12:29-32 It is your Father's good pleasure.
A. God wants you to have good things.
Joh 10:10 The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). AMP
4. 1Chron 4:9-10 The prayer of Jabez
A. 1Ch 4:10 Jabez prayed to the God of Israel: "Bless me, O bless me! Give me land, large tracts of land. And provide your personal protection--don't let evil hurt me." God gave him what he asked.MSG
What have you been asking God for? Do you believe he is going to do it?
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Heb 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Shake off all the doubt and fear the world is trying to put on you- Let the joy of the Lord be your strength.
God has plans to bring good things into your life.
Mother's Day 2020
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1. Psalm 127:3 Children are a heritage of the Lord.
I think most young women maybe grow up imagining what it will be like finding a husband and raising their family together.
They find their prince charming and the fairy tale begins-
And then they have a child!
Things change when you have a child-
A. You don't get to sleep when you want to.
B. You get to experience what it is like to be pooped on, peed on, and puked on- and then clean it all up.
C. You don't get to go when you want to.
D. You have to sell your cool car and buy something a car seat will fit into.
E. Your "forever friends" who have no kids seem to drift away.
F. You remember all the times you said- If that were my child......
G. It's also the time when those parents you could not wait to get away from become your best friends again.
About this time fathers usually go into culture shock- His loving queen has turned this hormonal dictator spewing out orders and there is now a new ruler in the house that can't even walk or talk.
The woman however is going through a transformation- She is becoming a Mother.
A. It's more than just giving birth- She is forming a bond that will never be broken.
She will never stop loving that child- No matter what it says or does.
A. It's the kind of love God has for his children.
Rom 8:38-39 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
She will make sacrifices for her child that no one but God knows about.
A. Pro 31:27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
She will teach her child to live and do right.
A. Pro 1:8 My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:
She will learn to multi-task as a mother.
A. Mothers are amazing at juggling their duties as a wife and mother.
B. Pro 31:28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Right now many of you have taken on the task of School Teacher along with everything else.
Next to God, Mothers are probably the greatest force on earth- They will do anything to guard, protect, and see that their child has whatever it needs.
Thank you Mothers- You are loved.
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1. Psalm 127:3 Children are a heritage of the Lord.
I think most young women maybe grow up imagining what it will be like finding a husband and raising their family together.
They find their prince charming and the fairy tale begins-
And then they have a child!
Things change when you have a child-
A. You don't get to sleep when you want to.
B. You get to experience what it is like to be pooped on, peed on, and puked on- and then clean it all up.
C. You don't get to go when you want to.
D. You have to sell your cool car and buy something a car seat will fit into.
E. Your "forever friends" who have no kids seem to drift away.
F. You remember all the times you said- If that were my child......
G. It's also the time when those parents you could not wait to get away from become your best friends again.
About this time fathers usually go into culture shock- His loving queen has turned this hormonal dictator spewing out orders and there is now a new ruler in the house that can't even walk or talk.
The woman however is going through a transformation- She is becoming a Mother.
A. It's more than just giving birth- She is forming a bond that will never be broken.
She will never stop loving that child- No matter what it says or does.
A. It's the kind of love God has for his children.
Rom 8:38-39 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
She will make sacrifices for her child that no one but God knows about.
A. Pro 31:27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
She will teach her child to live and do right.
A. Pro 1:8 My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:
She will learn to multi-task as a mother.
A. Mothers are amazing at juggling their duties as a wife and mother.
B. Pro 31:28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Right now many of you have taken on the task of School Teacher along with everything else.
Next to God, Mothers are probably the greatest force on earth- They will do anything to guard, protect, and see that their child has whatever it needs.
Thank you Mothers- You are loved.
God Will Take Care of Us
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1. Matt 6:24-34 Don't worry, God will take care of you.
A. Seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness.
B. Just believe what God says.
Act 27:25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.
2. 2Kings 4:1-7 God provides for the widow.
A. She went to the man of God-
B. She reminded the man of God that they were in Covenant with the Lord.
C. God not only supplied to pay her debt, but gave her enough for her and her sons to live on.
When you understand that God is your source and you have been seeking him first you can expect Him to take care of you.
3. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
A. That should be our daily confession- Not just "we" will get through this.
B. There is nothing wrong with a positive confession, but the emphasis should always be with God's help.
Does that mean we don't do anything? Do we just wait on God to do something?
No! James tells us that faith without works is dead.
4. Philip 4:13-19 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
A. Paul acknowledged Christ as his strength.
B. He pointed out that their support of the ministry was well-pleasing to God.
C. Because they had supplied the ministry, God would now supply all their need.
They put God first by making sure Paul was able to continue preaching the Gospel.
1Co 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
God has promised in his Word that he would take care of us- There is nothing wrong with expecting him to do what he said.
5. Heb 4:12-16 Let us come boldly.
A. Boldness is not mean arrogance, it means come in faith.
Heb 10:22-23 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. 23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
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1. Matt 6:24-34 Don't worry, God will take care of you.
A. Seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness.
B. Just believe what God says.
Act 27:25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.
2. 2Kings 4:1-7 God provides for the widow.
A. She went to the man of God-
B. She reminded the man of God that they were in Covenant with the Lord.
C. God not only supplied to pay her debt, but gave her enough for her and her sons to live on.
When you understand that God is your source and you have been seeking him first you can expect Him to take care of you.
3. Psalm 121:1-8 My help cometh from the Lord.
A. That should be our daily confession- Not just "we" will get through this.
B. There is nothing wrong with a positive confession, but the emphasis should always be with God's help.
Does that mean we don't do anything? Do we just wait on God to do something?
No! James tells us that faith without works is dead.
4. Philip 4:13-19 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
A. Paul acknowledged Christ as his strength.
B. He pointed out that their support of the ministry was well-pleasing to God.
C. Because they had supplied the ministry, God would now supply all their need.
They put God first by making sure Paul was able to continue preaching the Gospel.
1Co 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
God has promised in his Word that he would take care of us- There is nothing wrong with expecting him to do what he said.
5. Heb 4:12-16 Let us come boldly.
A. Boldness is not mean arrogance, it means come in faith.
Heb 10:22-23 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. 23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Emphasis on the Word
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1. Prov 3:5-7 Trust in the Lord.
How can I trust in the Lord? I must trust the Word of God!
Psa 119:89 Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
All we have to go by is the Word of God- Everything else is just someone's opinion.
2. Mark 4:24 Take heed what ye hear.
A. Make sure what your are hearing truth.
B. The degree of emphasis you put on the Word will determine the degree of its effectiveness in your life.
Mar 4:24 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. AMP
Word of Caution: This is a Spiritual Law- Whatever you give your ear to will increase in your life.
A. Fear, worry, anxiety, sickness, disease, povery will increase if you give them place.
B. Faith, confidence, health, protection, prosperity will increase if you give them place.
Jesus made this comment about the importance of putting value on the Word after the parable of the sower.
Mark 4:3-10 The Parable of the Sower.
V. 13- Jesus upbraids the disciples for not understanding.
V. 14-20 Jesus explains the parable.
A. All four groups heard the Word.
B. The emphasis each group put on the Word determined their outcome.
If we are going to receive the full benefits of living a life for God, we must put full value on the Word of God.
3. Luke 6:46-49 Build on a solid foundation.
A. Two people heard the same Word-
B. They both measured the Word they heard.
C. They both went through the same storm and received according to the way they valued the Word they heard.
We have been given the Word of God- It is up to us to dig deep into it and get ourselves on a solid foundation.
Faith in God means faith in his Word.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
The value you place on the Word will be determined by the thought, study, and attention you give it.
A. Meditate on it until it becomes real to you.
B. Don't let the enemy come and steal it from you.
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1. Prov 3:5-7 Trust in the Lord.
How can I trust in the Lord? I must trust the Word of God!
Psa 119:89 Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
All we have to go by is the Word of God- Everything else is just someone's opinion.
2. Mark 4:24 Take heed what ye hear.
A. Make sure what your are hearing truth.
B. The degree of emphasis you put on the Word will determine the degree of its effectiveness in your life.
Mar 4:24 And He said to them, Be careful what you are hearing. The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you--and more [besides] will be given to you who hear. AMP
Word of Caution: This is a Spiritual Law- Whatever you give your ear to will increase in your life.
A. Fear, worry, anxiety, sickness, disease, povery will increase if you give them place.
B. Faith, confidence, health, protection, prosperity will increase if you give them place.
Jesus made this comment about the importance of putting value on the Word after the parable of the sower.
Mark 4:3-10 The Parable of the Sower.
V. 13- Jesus upbraids the disciples for not understanding.
V. 14-20 Jesus explains the parable.
A. All four groups heard the Word.
B. The emphasis each group put on the Word determined their outcome.
If we are going to receive the full benefits of living a life for God, we must put full value on the Word of God.
3. Luke 6:46-49 Build on a solid foundation.
A. Two people heard the same Word-
B. They both measured the Word they heard.
C. They both went through the same storm and received according to the way they valued the Word they heard.
We have been given the Word of God- It is up to us to dig deep into it and get ourselves on a solid foundation.
Faith in God means faith in his Word.
Rom 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
The value you place on the Word will be determined by the thought, study, and attention you give it.
A. Meditate on it until it becomes real to you.
B. Don't let the enemy come and steal it from you.
Benefits
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1. Psalms 103:1-5 God is the God of good things.
A. Benefits: sode'-zo From a primary word σῶς sōs̄ (contraction for the obsolete σάος saos, “safe”); to save, that is, deliver or protect (literally or figuratively): - heal, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole.
I didn't get saved because I loved Jesus- I got saved because I didn't want to go to hell!
A. I didn't know anything about the benefits that came with being in Covenant with God.
B. I fell in love with him after I got to know Him through his Word.
When I began to study the Word I found out about all the benefits that were available to me through Faith in God's promises.
A. 2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
V.3 Forgives all sin
V. 3 Heals all disease
V.4 He is giving you life now and has redeemed you from hell.
A. He crowns us with love and mercy.
V.5 He satisfies our mouth with good things.
A. Psa 103:5 Who satisfies your mouth [your necessity and desire at your personal age and situation] with good so that your youth, renewed, is like the eagle's [strong, overcoming, soaring]! AMP
The world labels bad things as an Act of God- Just in case you forgot...
A. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Jam 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
2. Psalms 84:11 No Good thing will he with hold.
This Psalm gives us the key to receiving all these good things.
Forgiveness of sins is a free gift from God when we receive Jesus as our Savior.
A. It's by grace through faith not of works.
Once we are saved, God expects us to operate in faith in our day to day walk- This includes using our faith to receive the promises of God.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
God is a faith God- He honors his Word, He honors faith in his Word-
He is also a Just God- He expects us to do what's right.
Jer 18:7-10 At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; 8 If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. 9 And at what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it; 10 If it do evil in my sight, that it obey not my voice, then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them.
This scripture is proof that our actions have consequences when it comes to receiving the things of God.
We want all the Benefits that come with our Covenant with God- Therefore we will choose to honor Him; Honor his Word; and walk uprightly before him.
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1. Psalms 103:1-5 God is the God of good things.
A. Benefits: sode'-zo From a primary word σῶς sōs̄ (contraction for the obsolete σάος saos, “safe”); to save, that is, deliver or protect (literally or figuratively): - heal, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole.
I didn't get saved because I loved Jesus- I got saved because I didn't want to go to hell!
A. I didn't know anything about the benefits that came with being in Covenant with God.
B. I fell in love with him after I got to know Him through his Word.
When I began to study the Word I found out about all the benefits that were available to me through Faith in God's promises.
A. 2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
V.3 Forgives all sin
V. 3 Heals all disease
V.4 He is giving you life now and has redeemed you from hell.
A. He crowns us with love and mercy.
V.5 He satisfies our mouth with good things.
A. Psa 103:5 Who satisfies your mouth [your necessity and desire at your personal age and situation] with good so that your youth, renewed, is like the eagle's [strong, overcoming, soaring]! AMP
The world labels bad things as an Act of God- Just in case you forgot...
A. Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Jam 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
2. Psalms 84:11 No Good thing will he with hold.
This Psalm gives us the key to receiving all these good things.
Forgiveness of sins is a free gift from God when we receive Jesus as our Savior.
A. It's by grace through faith not of works.
Once we are saved, God expects us to operate in faith in our day to day walk- This includes using our faith to receive the promises of God.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
God is a faith God- He honors his Word, He honors faith in his Word-
He is also a Just God- He expects us to do what's right.
Jer 18:7-10 At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; 8 If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. 9 And at what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it; 10 If it do evil in my sight, that it obey not my voice, then I will repent of the good, wherewith I said I would benefit them.
This scripture is proof that our actions have consequences when it comes to receiving the things of God.
We want all the Benefits that come with our Covenant with God- Therefore we will choose to honor Him; Honor his Word; and walk uprightly before him.
Taken for Granted
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1. Matt 22:1-5 They made light of it.
A. God has all these promises and blessings in his Word ready for us.
B. Jesus was killed for us.
C. Have you ever made light of the importance of serving God instead of doing your own thing.
I think we all take God for granted sometimes- In one way or another.
2. Luke 17:12-19 Jesus heals 10 lepers.
A. As they went they were cleansed. kath-ar-id'-zo
From G2513; to cleanse (literally or figuratively): - (make) clean (-se), purge, purify.
B. One of them when he saw he was healed came to Jesus and thanked him and glorified God.
C. Thy faith hath made thee whole- sode'-zo
From a primary word σῶς sōs̄ (contraction for the obsolete σάος saos, “safe”); to save, that is, deliver or protect (literally or figuratively): - heal, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole.
D. It's the same Greek word found in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
3. Matt 26:6-13 The woman with the alabaster box.
A. They took for granted that they were city at the table with the Savior of the world.
B. They got mad because she was pouring expensive ointment on Jesus.
C. They called spending money on Jesus a waste.
D. Jesus said her actions would be remembered forever.
Have you ever considered your giving tithes and offerings a waste? Of course you have-
A. It's the number one tactic of the enemy to point it out to you.
B. Have you ever noticed that it's not a waste to spend money on something the flesh wants?
C. Spending money on God is profitable not a waste- Don't take it for granted.
Luk 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.
Acts 10:4 .....Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God.
Don't take your giving for granted!
Probably the biggest thing we all take for granted is the everyday life God gives us.
4. James 4:13-17 Our life is like a vapor.
A. Jam 4:13-17 And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, "Today--at the latest, tomorrow--we're off to such and such a city for the year. We're going to start a business and make a lot of money." 14 You don't know the first thing about tomorrow. You're nothing but a wisp of fog, catching a brief bit of sun before disappearing. 15 Instead, make it a habit to say, "If the Master wills it and we're still alive, we'll do this or that." 16 As it is, you are full of your grandiose selves. All such vaunting self-importance is evil. 17 In fact, if you know the right thing to do and don't do it, that, for you, is evil.MSG
This virus has caused most of us to take a step back and reevaluate a lot of things.
It might be a good time to reevaluate our relationship with God.
Are we taking Him for granted?
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1. Matt 22:1-5 They made light of it.
A. God has all these promises and blessings in his Word ready for us.
B. Jesus was killed for us.
C. Have you ever made light of the importance of serving God instead of doing your own thing.
I think we all take God for granted sometimes- In one way or another.
2. Luke 17:12-19 Jesus heals 10 lepers.
A. As they went they were cleansed. kath-ar-id'-zo
From G2513; to cleanse (literally or figuratively): - (make) clean (-se), purge, purify.
B. One of them when he saw he was healed came to Jesus and thanked him and glorified God.
C. Thy faith hath made thee whole- sode'-zo
From a primary word σῶς sōs̄ (contraction for the obsolete σάος saos, “safe”); to save, that is, deliver or protect (literally or figuratively): - heal, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole.
D. It's the same Greek word found in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
3. Matt 26:6-13 The woman with the alabaster box.
A. They took for granted that they were city at the table with the Savior of the world.
B. They got mad because she was pouring expensive ointment on Jesus.
C. They called spending money on Jesus a waste.
D. Jesus said her actions would be remembered forever.
Have you ever considered your giving tithes and offerings a waste? Of course you have-
A. It's the number one tactic of the enemy to point it out to you.
B. Have you ever noticed that it's not a waste to spend money on something the flesh wants?
C. Spending money on God is profitable not a waste- Don't take it for granted.
Luk 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.
Acts 10:4 .....Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God.
Don't take your giving for granted!
Probably the biggest thing we all take for granted is the everyday life God gives us.
4. James 4:13-17 Our life is like a vapor.
A. Jam 4:13-17 And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, "Today--at the latest, tomorrow--we're off to such and such a city for the year. We're going to start a business and make a lot of money." 14 You don't know the first thing about tomorrow. You're nothing but a wisp of fog, catching a brief bit of sun before disappearing. 15 Instead, make it a habit to say, "If the Master wills it and we're still alive, we'll do this or that." 16 As it is, you are full of your grandiose selves. All such vaunting self-importance is evil. 17 In fact, if you know the right thing to do and don't do it, that, for you, is evil.MSG
This virus has caused most of us to take a step back and reevaluate a lot of things.
It might be a good time to reevaluate our relationship with God.
Are we taking Him for granted?
Choices
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1. Josh 24:14-15 Our life is the result of the choices we have made.
A. Every day we make choices that altar our life in some way or another.
Deu 30:19-20 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live: 20 That thou mayest love the LORD thy God, and that thou mayest obey his voice, and that thou mayest cleave unto him: for he is thy life, and the length of thy days: that thou mayest dwell in the land which the LORD swore unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them.
Pro 26:2 As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
In other words- Our choices either open or close the door to the curse.
What do I do if I have made bad choices?
1Jo 1:8-9 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
We have all made bad choices at some time or another- Just ask God to forgive you.
2. John 8:1-11 Jesus has mercy on the woman caught in adultery.
A. Her punishment should be death.
B. Jesus reminded the accusers that they were not without sin themselves.
C. He let her go with a warning: Go, and sin no more. (Start making better choices)
It is only by God's grace any of use can be saved and make right choices.
3. Eph 2:1-10 By grace are you saved through faith.
A. We all walked in disobedience.
B. Salvation only comes by grace through faith (not works)
C. Because I have received salvation I now should want to make good choices and walk in them.
4. Titus 2:11-14 Grace teaches us to make good choices
A. We decide to make good choices because we are looking for his glorious appearing.
Jesus is coming for his people- Have you made the choice to be ready?
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1. Josh 24:14-15 Our life is the result of the choices we have made.
A. Every day we make choices that altar our life in some way or another.
Deu 30:19-20 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live: 20 That thou mayest love the LORD thy God, and that thou mayest obey his voice, and that thou mayest cleave unto him: for he is thy life, and the length of thy days: that thou mayest dwell in the land which the LORD swore unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them.
Pro 26:2 As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
In other words- Our choices either open or close the door to the curse.
What do I do if I have made bad choices?
1Jo 1:8-9 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
We have all made bad choices at some time or another- Just ask God to forgive you.
2. John 8:1-11 Jesus has mercy on the woman caught in adultery.
A. Her punishment should be death.
B. Jesus reminded the accusers that they were not without sin themselves.
C. He let her go with a warning: Go, and sin no more. (Start making better choices)
It is only by God's grace any of use can be saved and make right choices.
3. Eph 2:1-10 By grace are you saved through faith.
A. We all walked in disobedience.
B. Salvation only comes by grace through faith (not works)
C. Because I have received salvation I now should want to make good choices and walk in them.
4. Titus 2:11-14 Grace teaches us to make good choices
A. We decide to make good choices because we are looking for his glorious appearing.
Jesus is coming for his people- Have you made the choice to be ready?
Stand With the Word
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1. 1Corinth 2:4-14 Our faith stands in the power of God.
A. The natural man cannot understand what takes place in the Spirit.
When you can only see from the natural viewpoint, you miss what is going on in the background.
When the serpent got Adam and Eve to eat of the tree of knowledge, it was about more than the fruit.
A. He got them to focus on the tree so they would forget about God's commandment.
It's happening right now in our government on both the state and federal levels.
A. Focus on one thing while you secretly fulfill your real agenda.
2. 2Corinth 4:1-5 We have renounced the hidden things.
A. The god of this world has blinded the minds of them which believe not.
a. A believer is someone who hears the Gospel and does it.
Luk 6:46-49 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will show you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built a house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. 49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built a house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
Both the believer and the unbeliever built houses- The difference was the foundation.
B. V. 5 We preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord.
Our Faith stands in the power of God that comes from his Spirit and his Word.
3. Luke 5:1-7 Nevertheless at thy word.
A. Simon was a fisherman by trait.
B. He ignored his natural thinking and obeyed the word of the Lord.
When we choose to speak the Word of God instead of speaking what we feel or see, people think we are crazy.
4. Acts 26:19-32 Paul chose to preach the Gospel to King Agrippa.
A. Much learning doth make thee mad.
5. Heb 4:12 I choose to stay with the Word of God.
A. Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
B. Pro 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
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1. 1Corinth 2:4-14 Our faith stands in the power of God.
A. The natural man cannot understand what takes place in the Spirit.
When you can only see from the natural viewpoint, you miss what is going on in the background.
When the serpent got Adam and Eve to eat of the tree of knowledge, it was about more than the fruit.
A. He got them to focus on the tree so they would forget about God's commandment.
It's happening right now in our government on both the state and federal levels.
A. Focus on one thing while you secretly fulfill your real agenda.
2. 2Corinth 4:1-5 We have renounced the hidden things.
A. The god of this world has blinded the minds of them which believe not.
a. A believer is someone who hears the Gospel and does it.
Luk 6:46-49 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will show you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built a house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. 49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built a house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
Both the believer and the unbeliever built houses- The difference was the foundation.
B. V. 5 We preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord.
Our Faith stands in the power of God that comes from his Spirit and his Word.
3. Luke 5:1-7 Nevertheless at thy word.
A. Simon was a fisherman by trait.
B. He ignored his natural thinking and obeyed the word of the Lord.
When we choose to speak the Word of God instead of speaking what we feel or see, people think we are crazy.
4. Acts 26:19-32 Paul chose to preach the Gospel to King Agrippa.
A. Much learning doth make thee mad.
5. Heb 4:12 I choose to stay with the Word of God.
A. Pro 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
B. Pro 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
God Will Take Care of You
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1. Heb 13:5 God is always here for us.
A. Be content don't worry.
2. Matt 6:25-34 Seek ye first the kingdom of God.
A. Worry is the gateway to bondage for a free man.
3. 1Kings 17:1-16 God takes care of Elijah.
A. Elijah caused the famine.
B. The famine caused his own brook to dry up.
C. God provided for Elijah again through the widow.
D. God provided for the widow because she provided for the man of God.
Heb 6:10 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which ye have showed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
Gal 6:7-9 Don't be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. 8 Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit. 9 So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.NLT
4. 2Kings 6:8-17 Don't be afraid: God is bigger than our enemy.
A. The servant was worried, but Elijah had peace.
5. Psalm 34:1-10 The angel of the Lord is encamped around us.
A. Seeking the Lord will deliver you from fear.
B. They that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing.
Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
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1. Heb 13:5 God is always here for us.
A. Be content don't worry.
2. Matt 6:25-34 Seek ye first the kingdom of God.
A. Worry is the gateway to bondage for a free man.
3. 1Kings 17:1-16 God takes care of Elijah.
A. Elijah caused the famine.
B. The famine caused his own brook to dry up.
C. God provided for Elijah again through the widow.
D. God provided for the widow because she provided for the man of God.
Heb 6:10 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which ye have showed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
Gal 6:7-9 Don't be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. 8 Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit. 9 So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.NLT
4. 2Kings 6:8-17 Don't be afraid: God is bigger than our enemy.
A. The servant was worried, but Elijah had peace.
5. Psalm 34:1-10 The angel of the Lord is encamped around us.
A. Seeking the Lord will deliver you from fear.
B. They that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing.
Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
He's Alive
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Christianity is based upon the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
His Death on the cross:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
A. Jesus took upon himself the sins of the whole world.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
B. Jesus took our sickness and disease upon him.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Isaiah the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. He took our poverty.
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
1. Luke 4:16-21 Jesus told those in the synagogue what he would do.
A. He was quoting Isaiah who had been given a revelation of what Jesus would do.
Isa 53:1-5 Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? 2 For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. 3 He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not. 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
His Burial:
What happened when Jesus was in the grave?
Eph 4:9 (Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also descended first into the lower parts of the earth?
Jesus literally went to hell and paid the price for our sin, sickness and disease, and poverty.
2. Acts 2:22-36 Peter explains that because Jesus paid the price in hell, the Holy Ghost is now loosed on earth.
3. Isaiah 53:7-12 God was satisfied with the price Jesus paid.
The Resurrection:
The Pinnacle of Christianity is the Resurrection- It separates it from all other religions.
When Jesus was resurrected he went into the Heavenly Holy of Holies and sprinkled his own blood on the altar for our redemption.
4. Heb 9:12-14;22-28 The Blood of Jesus was the ultimate sacrifice for all humanity.
Rev 1:5-7 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, 6 And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. 7 Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.
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Christianity is based upon the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
His Death on the cross:
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
A. Jesus took upon himself the sins of the whole world.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
B. Jesus took our sickness and disease upon him.
Mat 8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Isaiah the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.
C. He took our poverty.
2Co 8:9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
1. Luke 4:16-21 Jesus told those in the synagogue what he would do.
A. He was quoting Isaiah who had been given a revelation of what Jesus would do.
Isa 53:1-5 Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? 2 For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. 3 He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not. 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
His Burial:
What happened when Jesus was in the grave?
Eph 4:9 (Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also descended first into the lower parts of the earth?
Jesus literally went to hell and paid the price for our sin, sickness and disease, and poverty.
2. Acts 2:22-36 Peter explains that because Jesus paid the price in hell, the Holy Ghost is now loosed on earth.
3. Isaiah 53:7-12 God was satisfied with the price Jesus paid.
The Resurrection:
The Pinnacle of Christianity is the Resurrection- It separates it from all other religions.
When Jesus was resurrected he went into the Heavenly Holy of Holies and sprinkled his own blood on the altar for our redemption.
4. Heb 9:12-14;22-28 The Blood of Jesus was the ultimate sacrifice for all humanity.
Rev 1:5-7 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, 6 And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. 7 Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.
The Crucifixion
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1. 1Corinth 2:1-2 Paul preached Jesus Christ and him crucified.
I. Why was the crucifixion necessary?
It goes a back to the garden of Eden with Adam and Eve. They brought the curse of sin and death upon the earth.
God established a blood sacrifice to cover their sins for 1 year.
God had to bring his sinless Son into the world through a woman to be a sacrifice for sin.
II. What did the crucifixion consist of?
Illustrate- Horrific slow death.
III. What really happened on the cross?
When we say Christ was crucified on Friday we are missing the most important point of the crucifixion.
Mar 15:42 And now when the even was come, because it was the preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath,
Mar 8:31 And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
Mat 12:40 For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
Mat 27:63 Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again.
John 19:14 says it was the preparation of the Passover.
2. Levi 23:1-7 The Passover was a Sabbath a holy convocation.
Therefore Jesus was crucified on Wednesday before Passover. Three days and three nights in the earth.
Remember what the Passover is from Exodus 12. Illustrate.
Joh 1:29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
Jesus is our Passover Lamb!!!
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
On the Cross: Jesus took all of our sin, sickness and disease, and our poverty.
Jesus became our high Priest!
Heb 9:11-14 But Christ being come a high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; (12) Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. (13) For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: (14) How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?
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1. 1Corinth 2:1-2 Paul preached Jesus Christ and him crucified.
I. Why was the crucifixion necessary?
It goes a back to the garden of Eden with Adam and Eve. They brought the curse of sin and death upon the earth.
God established a blood sacrifice to cover their sins for 1 year.
God had to bring his sinless Son into the world through a woman to be a sacrifice for sin.
II. What did the crucifixion consist of?
Illustrate- Horrific slow death.
III. What really happened on the cross?
When we say Christ was crucified on Friday we are missing the most important point of the crucifixion.
Mar 15:42 And now when the even was come, because it was the preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath,
Mar 8:31 And he began to teach them, that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected of the elders, and of the chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.
Mat 12:40 For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
Mat 27:63 Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again.
John 19:14 says it was the preparation of the Passover.
2. Levi 23:1-7 The Passover was a Sabbath a holy convocation.
Therefore Jesus was crucified on Wednesday before Passover. Three days and three nights in the earth.
Remember what the Passover is from Exodus 12. Illustrate.
Joh 1:29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
Jesus is our Passover Lamb!!!
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: (14) That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
On the Cross: Jesus took all of our sin, sickness and disease, and our poverty.
Jesus became our high Priest!
Heb 9:11-14 But Christ being come a high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; (12) Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. (13) For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: (14) How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?
Receiving by Faith
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1. James 1:7 God gives good gifts.
A. The thief comes to kill, steal, and destroy.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
2. Acts 10:38 God was with Jesus doing good and healing all that were oppressed od the devil.
A. Evidently healing and deliverance are good things.
B. Notice where the oppression was coming from.
Jesus called healing and deliverance the children's bread.
3. Matt 15:22-28 Canaanite woman's daughter is delivered.
A. The daughter was made whole- delivered and healed.
What was it that got the daughter healed? The woman's faith.
A. She refused to give up.
4. Mark 5:25-34 The woman with the issue of blood.
A. Thy faith hath made thee whole.
B. She did not allow her circumstances keep her from recieving from Jesus.
5. Mark 10:46-52 Blind Bartimaeus is healed.
A. He refused to let others keep him quite.
B. His faith made him whole.
Our faith is what activates the promises of God.
A. We have to know it is available to us. ( you can't believe for what you don't know about)
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Believe without doubting.
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
C. Refuse to give up- Stay persistant.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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1. James 1:7 God gives good gifts.
A. The thief comes to kill, steal, and destroy.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
2. Acts 10:38 God was with Jesus doing good and healing all that were oppressed od the devil.
A. Evidently healing and deliverance are good things.
B. Notice where the oppression was coming from.
Jesus called healing and deliverance the children's bread.
3. Matt 15:22-28 Canaanite woman's daughter is delivered.
A. The daughter was made whole- delivered and healed.
What was it that got the daughter healed? The woman's faith.
A. She refused to give up.
4. Mark 5:25-34 The woman with the issue of blood.
A. Thy faith hath made thee whole.
B. She did not allow her circumstances keep her from recieving from Jesus.
5. Mark 10:46-52 Blind Bartimaeus is healed.
A. He refused to let others keep him quite.
B. His faith made him whole.
Our faith is what activates the promises of God.
A. We have to know it is available to us. ( you can't believe for what you don't know about)
1Pe 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
B. Believe without doubting.
Mar 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
C. Refuse to give up- Stay persistant.
Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
A New Perspective
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1. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Our weapons are not carnal.
A. Make every though and imagination be subject to the Word.
B. God is bigger than any problem we have.
We have to understand that our natural mind can get overwhelmed by what it hears and sees, that is why we have to listen to our Spirit.
2. 1Corinth 2:9-16 God reveals to us through his Spirit he has put inside us.
A. 1Co 2:14-16 But the natural, nonspiritual man does not accept or welcome or admit into his heart the gifts and teachings and revelations of the Spirit of God, for they are folly (meaningless nonsense) to him; and he is incapable of knowing them [of progressively recognizing, understanding, and becoming better acquainted with them] because they are spiritually discerned and estimated and appreciated. (15) But the spiritual man tries all things [he examines, investigates, inquires into, questions, and discerns all things], yet is himself to be put on trial and judged by no one [he can read the meaning of everything, but no one can properly discern or appraise or get an insight into him]. (16) For who has known or understood the mind (the counsels and purposes) of the Lord so as to guide and instruct Him and give Him knowledge? But we have the mind of Christ (the Messiah) and do hold the thoughts (feelings and purposes) of His heart. [Isa. 40:13.] AMP
3. Romans 8:5-10 To be carnally minded is death.
A. We have his Spirit and his righteousness.
4. Eph 4:21-24 We have to put on this new man.
A. We must make a conscience effort to see and think about things the way God does.
5. Romans 12:2 Be not conformed to this world.
A. Rom 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]. AMP
We have the Spirit of God- We have the Word of God
Let's start looking at things from his perspective.
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1. 2Corinth 10:3-5 Our weapons are not carnal.
A. Make every though and imagination be subject to the Word.
B. God is bigger than any problem we have.
We have to understand that our natural mind can get overwhelmed by what it hears and sees, that is why we have to listen to our Spirit.
2. 1Corinth 2:9-16 God reveals to us through his Spirit he has put inside us.
A. 1Co 2:14-16 But the natural, nonspiritual man does not accept or welcome or admit into his heart the gifts and teachings and revelations of the Spirit of God, for they are folly (meaningless nonsense) to him; and he is incapable of knowing them [of progressively recognizing, understanding, and becoming better acquainted with them] because they are spiritually discerned and estimated and appreciated. (15) But the spiritual man tries all things [he examines, investigates, inquires into, questions, and discerns all things], yet is himself to be put on trial and judged by no one [he can read the meaning of everything, but no one can properly discern or appraise or get an insight into him]. (16) For who has known or understood the mind (the counsels and purposes) of the Lord so as to guide and instruct Him and give Him knowledge? But we have the mind of Christ (the Messiah) and do hold the thoughts (feelings and purposes) of His heart. [Isa. 40:13.] AMP
3. Romans 8:5-10 To be carnally minded is death.
A. We have his Spirit and his righteousness.
4. Eph 4:21-24 We have to put on this new man.
A. We must make a conscience effort to see and think about things the way God does.
5. Romans 12:2 Be not conformed to this world.
A. Rom 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]. AMP
We have the Spirit of God- We have the Word of God
Let's start looking at things from his perspective.
A Word Spoken
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1. Numbers 23:19 God is not a liar.
A. There are some things set that shall come to pass.
2. Jerem 18:7-10 God is compasionate to allow change in some things.
3. Jonah 3:3-10 God changes to word spoken over Nineveh.
A. They repented and changed their situation.
4. 2Kings 20:1-6 God changes the word spoken to Hezekiah.
A. Hezekiah reminded the Lord that he had been faithful.
In both of these cases what was prophesied over them was changed by their behavior.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
5. Matt 24:3-14 Things that will happen at the end time.
A. 4-6 Wars that bring the fall of the temple.
B. 7-13 Sign of his coming.
C. 14 Sign of the end of the world.
Many believe that this virus is the Judgment of God.
Isa 26:20-21 Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast. 21 For, behold, the LORD cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain.
I don't believe this virus is judgment from God. However, that doesn't mean God won't use something that has come to pass to open our eyes to what we have been doing.
Let's take a hint from Nieneveh and Isaiah- Let's repent and get back to being faithful to God.
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1. Numbers 23:19 God is not a liar.
A. There are some things set that shall come to pass.
2. Jerem 18:7-10 God is compasionate to allow change in some things.
3. Jonah 3:3-10 God changes to word spoken over Nineveh.
A. They repented and changed their situation.
4. 2Kings 20:1-6 God changes the word spoken to Hezekiah.
A. Hezekiah reminded the Lord that he had been faithful.
In both of these cases what was prophesied over them was changed by their behavior.
2Ch 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
5. Matt 24:3-14 Things that will happen at the end time.
A. 4-6 Wars that bring the fall of the temple.
B. 7-13 Sign of his coming.
C. 14 Sign of the end of the world.
Many believe that this virus is the Judgment of God.
Isa 26:20-21 Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast. 21 For, behold, the LORD cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain.
I don't believe this virus is judgment from God. However, that doesn't mean God won't use something that has come to pass to open our eyes to what we have been doing.
Let's take a hint from Nieneveh and Isaiah- Let's repent and get back to being faithful to God.
Backed by the Spirit
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1. 2Corinth 4:13 The spirit of faith.
A. Faith believes and then speaks.
What have you been speaking.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Instead of speaking I believe things will get worse; I'm afraid things will get worse; Begin to declare this virus has to die in Jesus name and believe what you say.
2. Mark 11:23 Jesus said speak to the mountain and believe what you say.
3. 1Sam 17:31-51 David's words were backed by the Spirit of God.
4. Acts 27:7-26 Paul warned the centurian about the voyage.
A. Paul perceived the danger.- Paul's word was backed by the Spirit of God.
B. While everyone was scrambling around trying to save themselves because they did not listen to the first Word, Paul was seeking God for what they should do now.
C. Paul's willingness to listen and speak what God said saved 276 lives.
D. The owner of the ship lost everything because he trusted in his own ability.
God has given us his Word- He has given us his Spirit-
Let's get into the Word and meditate on it until we believe and then start speaking out and releasing life and faith into this world.
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1. 2Corinth 4:13 The spirit of faith.
A. Faith believes and then speaks.
What have you been speaking.
Pro 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Instead of speaking I believe things will get worse; I'm afraid things will get worse; Begin to declare this virus has to die in Jesus name and believe what you say.
2. Mark 11:23 Jesus said speak to the mountain and believe what you say.
3. 1Sam 17:31-51 David's words were backed by the Spirit of God.
4. Acts 27:7-26 Paul warned the centurian about the voyage.
A. Paul perceived the danger.- Paul's word was backed by the Spirit of God.
B. While everyone was scrambling around trying to save themselves because they did not listen to the first Word, Paul was seeking God for what they should do now.
C. Paul's willingness to listen and speak what God said saved 276 lives.
D. The owner of the ship lost everything because he trusted in his own ability.
God has given us his Word- He has given us his Spirit-
Let's get into the Word and meditate on it until we believe and then start speaking out and releasing life and faith into this world.
Don't Lose Heart
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1. Psalm 137:1-6 The Children of Israel had no heart after being taken captive.
A. V. 4 How shall we sing the Lord's song in a strange land?
2. Acts 16:22-33 Paul and Silas sang praises in prison.
A. Their willingness to praise God in captivity brought salvation to the jailor's family.
B. V. 5 We can't forget who we are-
a. 1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:
b. We are the Church- The Body of Christ- We will praise God no matter what is going on because we know he is with us.
It is hard for people who do not know really know God to understand how we can refuse to get over in fear and decide to do just the opposite-Praise God.
1Pe 4:3-4 For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries: 4 Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you:
We are not who we used to be- Now we are walking by Faith and not by sight.
A. Does that mean we have no concern? Of course not. We just choose to operate from the place of peace rather than fear.
3. Psalm 23:1-6 David's psalm that shows the goodness of God.
A. I am a born-again believer- God will never leave me nor forsake me. I'm in Him and He's in Me!
C. V. 6 We must prefer God over our chief joy.
The Bible is full of stories where people decided to do their own thing rather than give God first place in their life. It is only because of the mercy of God that he is still extending that grace.
2Pe 3:9-12 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. 10 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. 11 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, 12 Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?
4. Luke 14:16-24 They made excuse.
A. When you ignore or think what you are doing is more important than God, you already in trouble.
5. Romans 1:16-22 I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ.
This is not a time to be overtaken in fear- It is not a time to turn away from God and do your own thing
It is time for the Saints of God to rise up and begin to sing praises to God.
It is time to speak to this mountain and command it to be cast into the sea.
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1. Psalm 137:1-6 The Children of Israel had no heart after being taken captive.
A. V. 4 How shall we sing the Lord's song in a strange land?
2. Acts 16:22-33 Paul and Silas sang praises in prison.
A. Their willingness to praise God in captivity brought salvation to the jailor's family.
B. V. 5 We can't forget who we are-
a. 1Pe 2:9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:
b. We are the Church- The Body of Christ- We will praise God no matter what is going on because we know he is with us.
It is hard for people who do not know really know God to understand how we can refuse to get over in fear and decide to do just the opposite-Praise God.
1Pe 4:3-4 For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries: 4 Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you:
We are not who we used to be- Now we are walking by Faith and not by sight.
A. Does that mean we have no concern? Of course not. We just choose to operate from the place of peace rather than fear.
3. Psalm 23:1-6 David's psalm that shows the goodness of God.
A. I am a born-again believer- God will never leave me nor forsake me. I'm in Him and He's in Me!
C. V. 6 We must prefer God over our chief joy.
The Bible is full of stories where people decided to do their own thing rather than give God first place in their life. It is only because of the mercy of God that he is still extending that grace.
2Pe 3:9-12 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. 10 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. 11 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, 12 Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?
4. Luke 14:16-24 They made excuse.
A. When you ignore or think what you are doing is more important than God, you already in trouble.
5. Romans 1:16-22 I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ.
This is not a time to be overtaken in fear- It is not a time to turn away from God and do your own thing
It is time for the Saints of God to rise up and begin to sing praises to God.
It is time to speak to this mountain and command it to be cast into the sea.
The Place of Authority
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1. Josh 3:3-5 Joshua was leading the people to a place they had not been.
A. Go after the Ark. The presence of God.
B. Keep yourself in the place where you can see and hear God-
C. Ye have not passed this way heretofore- You're going to be in uncharted territory.
D. Sanctify yourselves- Set yourselves apart. Consecrate; Prepare
E. Tomorrow the Lord will do wonders-
Almost everyone who has been sensitive to the Spirit knows that this year was going to be different.
There was a transition from Moses leading the people to Joshua leading the people. It was a shift from doing the same thing over and over (circling the wilderness) and talking about the Promised Land, to actually moving into that Promised Land.
I believe that right in the middle of everything that is going on, God is transitioning the Church into its rightful place of Promise- The place of Hope, both now and for eternity; The place of Healing, both physically and mentally, and the place of Blessing, for all those that will put their trust in Him.
Moving into the Place of Promise does not come without opposition-
A. Joshua and the children of Israel had to go up against many strong enemies while trusting that God would give them the victory.
2. John 16:32-33 Ye shall have tribulation.
A. Scattered but not alone.
B. Jesus is our peace in time of trouble.
Jesus said we would have tribulation- It's not a matter of if, but when- The difference is how you handle it.
God has raised the Church to be the light in the darkest of times.
3. Matt 16:18-19 The gates of hell shall not prevail.
A. We have the keys of the kingdom.
B. The Church is the greatest force on earth when we exercise our authority correctly.
Here's what I mean by that-
We have been given the Spirit of God- 1Jo 4:13 Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.
We have been given his name- Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
We have been given power over the enemy-Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Why would God give us these things? Because we are the Church! The Body of Christ!
Most folks are praying for God to do something about this enemy we are facing - God is saying I have given you everything you need to take care of the problem.
God is in heaven: There is no Corona virus in heaven, its on earth where we are.
1Pe 5:8-9 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9 Whom resist steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
Pastor are you saying this disease is from the devil? Let's look at scripture for that answer.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
It's time for the Church to quit talking about faith- It's time to walk in faith.
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1. Josh 3:3-5 Joshua was leading the people to a place they had not been.
A. Go after the Ark. The presence of God.
B. Keep yourself in the place where you can see and hear God-
C. Ye have not passed this way heretofore- You're going to be in uncharted territory.
D. Sanctify yourselves- Set yourselves apart. Consecrate; Prepare
E. Tomorrow the Lord will do wonders-
Almost everyone who has been sensitive to the Spirit knows that this year was going to be different.
There was a transition from Moses leading the people to Joshua leading the people. It was a shift from doing the same thing over and over (circling the wilderness) and talking about the Promised Land, to actually moving into that Promised Land.
I believe that right in the middle of everything that is going on, God is transitioning the Church into its rightful place of Promise- The place of Hope, both now and for eternity; The place of Healing, both physically and mentally, and the place of Blessing, for all those that will put their trust in Him.
Moving into the Place of Promise does not come without opposition-
A. Joshua and the children of Israel had to go up against many strong enemies while trusting that God would give them the victory.
2. John 16:32-33 Ye shall have tribulation.
A. Scattered but not alone.
B. Jesus is our peace in time of trouble.
Jesus said we would have tribulation- It's not a matter of if, but when- The difference is how you handle it.
God has raised the Church to be the light in the darkest of times.
3. Matt 16:18-19 The gates of hell shall not prevail.
A. We have the keys of the kingdom.
B. The Church is the greatest force on earth when we exercise our authority correctly.
Here's what I mean by that-
We have been given the Spirit of God- 1Jo 4:13 Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.
We have been given his name- Mar 16:17-18 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
We have been given power over the enemy-Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Why would God give us these things? Because we are the Church! The Body of Christ!
Most folks are praying for God to do something about this enemy we are facing - God is saying I have given you everything you need to take care of the problem.
God is in heaven: There is no Corona virus in heaven, its on earth where we are.
1Pe 5:8-9 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9 Whom resist steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
Pastor are you saying this disease is from the devil? Let's look at scripture for that answer.
Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
It's time for the Church to quit talking about faith- It's time to walk in faith.
We Will Trust in the Lord
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1. 2Chron 20:9 Thou wilt hear and help.
A. V. 12 They didn't know what to do- They were very concerned- Eyes on the Lord.
B. V.22-25 They praised the Lord-The enemy fell- They were blessed with spoil.
2. Romans 8:25-28 Many times in the natural we don't know what to do.
A. Don't lose hope.
B. Pray in the Spirit.
C. Know that God is working it out for your good.
3. Psalm 121:1-8 While the world looks for the answer, we already have it.
While the world puts their trust in Lysol and sanitizer (nothing wrong with these in the natural) we must put our trust in the Lord.
4. Prov 4:20-22 Life and health are in the Word of God.
A. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
Many have walked away thinking that we as a people have advanced beyond the need for faith in a God that cannot be seen- Now we see the world brought to it's knees by a virus that cannot be seen.
Just because it cannot be seen with the natural eye does not mean it doesn't exist!
We need God now more than ever!
Throughout the Bible the threat to God's people almost always came from other nations who did not recognize or follow God. Usually, it happened when God's people turned their back on him and started disobeying his Word.
5. Psalm 2:1-12 Thou art my Son.
A. When we fail to recognize the Son, we fail to recognize God.
Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Today our nation has been called to prayer by our President- Proving that we are still a nation that has not forgotten where our help comes from.
6. 2Chron 7:12-15 True repentance will bring true healing.
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1. 2Chron 20:9 Thou wilt hear and help.
A. V. 12 They didn't know what to do- They were very concerned- Eyes on the Lord.
B. V.22-25 They praised the Lord-The enemy fell- They were blessed with spoil.
2. Romans 8:25-28 Many times in the natural we don't know what to do.
A. Don't lose hope.
B. Pray in the Spirit.
C. Know that God is working it out for your good.
3. Psalm 121:1-8 While the world looks for the answer, we already have it.
While the world puts their trust in Lysol and sanitizer (nothing wrong with these in the natural) we must put our trust in the Lord.
4. Prov 4:20-22 Life and health are in the Word of God.
A. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
Many have walked away thinking that we as a people have advanced beyond the need for faith in a God that cannot be seen- Now we see the world brought to it's knees by a virus that cannot be seen.
Just because it cannot be seen with the natural eye does not mean it doesn't exist!
We need God now more than ever!
Throughout the Bible the threat to God's people almost always came from other nations who did not recognize or follow God. Usually, it happened when God's people turned their back on him and started disobeying his Word.
5. Psalm 2:1-12 Thou art my Son.
A. When we fail to recognize the Son, we fail to recognize God.
Psa 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
Today our nation has been called to prayer by our President- Proving that we are still a nation that has not forgotten where our help comes from.
6. 2Chron 7:12-15 True repentance will bring true healing.
Faith Over Fear
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1. Romans 8:15 Living in fear is living in bondage or slavery.
A. Fear- False Evidence Appearing Real
B. Forget Everything And Run.
The devil wants you to react to his fears-
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Fear- Face Everything And Respond
All the Armor of God in Ephesians 6 is to protect the front- not the back.
2. Isaiah 52:12 The God of Israel will be your rearward.
There comes a time in every believers life where they have to go from talking faith to acting in faith.
3. James 2:18-20 Faith needs works.
Operating in faith is not operating in stupidity- Use common sense and operate where you are at.
A. John G. Lake stuck his finger in a plague.
Face everything and respond means I must first analize the situation.
A. Is this enemy a spiritual or physical threat- or both?
B. Does this threat have a name?
C. Is this something that I am ready to deal with on my own or do I want some backup?
Now that I have faced this thing, how do I respond?
4. Eph 6:10-18 The Biblical way to respond.
A. Put on the whole armor of God.
a. Truth- Joh 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
b. Righteousness-2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
c. Peace- Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
d. Faith- 1Co 2:5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.
e.Helmet of Salvation- Defender- Protection of thoughts.
f. Sword of Spirit- Word of God.
The last thing is to just walk in love-
1Jo 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Love is the avenue that will give you victory over fear.
Love is the avenue that will help you help others that are bound in fear.
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1. Romans 8:15 Living in fear is living in bondage or slavery.
A. Fear- False Evidence Appearing Real
B. Forget Everything And Run.
The devil wants you to react to his fears-
2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Fear- Face Everything And Respond
All the Armor of God in Ephesians 6 is to protect the front- not the back.
2. Isaiah 52:12 The God of Israel will be your rearward.
There comes a time in every believers life where they have to go from talking faith to acting in faith.
3. James 2:18-20 Faith needs works.
Operating in faith is not operating in stupidity- Use common sense and operate where you are at.
A. John G. Lake stuck his finger in a plague.
Face everything and respond means I must first analize the situation.
A. Is this enemy a spiritual or physical threat- or both?
B. Does this threat have a name?
C. Is this something that I am ready to deal with on my own or do I want some backup?
Now that I have faced this thing, how do I respond?
4. Eph 6:10-18 The Biblical way to respond.
A. Put on the whole armor of God.
a. Truth- Joh 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
b. Righteousness-2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
c. Peace- Joh 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
d. Faith- 1Co 2:5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.
e.Helmet of Salvation- Defender- Protection of thoughts.
f. Sword of Spirit- Word of God.
The last thing is to just walk in love-
1Jo 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Love is the avenue that will give you victory over fear.
Love is the avenue that will help you help others that are bound in fear.
The Spirit of Life
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1. Romans 8:1-11 Free from the law of sin and death.
A. The law was given to keep God's people in right standing with Him. (Righteousness)
B. Jesus was given as the New Covenant answer to the law.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Notice that all these verses are dealing with the flesh versus the Spirit.
God never intended for born-again believers to walk around down and out- condemned or under oppression.
A. He gave us his Spirit so that we could rise above all that.
The thing that puts us under the weight of all that kind of stuff is being fleshly minded.
A. V. 5-8 The carnal mind is enmity against God.
V. 9-10 The Spirit is life because of righteousness- The Spirit quickens our mortal body.
We have been forgiven of our sin and declared righteous through the blood of Jesus.-
A. The Spirit inside us will keep us on that track if we will listen.
Joh 16:13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Tradition and Religion has taught us that we are not worthy to enjoy this life-
A. It has taught that we are just ole sinners saved by grace.
B. It has taught to just hold on and hold out to the end.
C. These are only partial truths-
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
I'm going to choose to follow the Spirit and the Word and have the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus rather than be in bondage to things of the flesh.
Joh 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
2. Gal 5:13 A word of caution
A. Gal 5:13 For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don't use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. NLT
B. Gal 5:13 As for you, my friends, you were called to be free. But do not let this freedom become an excuse for letting your physical desires control you. Instead, let love make you serve one another. GNB
C. Gal 5:13 My friends, you were chosen to be free. So don't use your freedom as an excuse to do anything you want. Use it as an opportunity to serve each other with love. CEV
Paul understood living under Grace and the freedom it brought, but he also understood how freedom to live life through the Spirit could be misunderstood to mean living life however you wanted.
3. Titus 2:11-12 Grace actually teaches us to live Spirit filled lives.
A. Tit 2:11-12 For God has revealed his grace for the salvation of all people. 12 That grace instructs us to give up ungodly living and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this world,GNB
B. Tit 2:12 And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, NLT
C. Tit 2:12 We're being shown how to turn our backs on a godless, indulgent life, and how to take on a God-filled, God-honoring life. This new life is starting right now, MSG
Paul's warnings are not citation against living a life of freedom in the Spirit, but an exhortation to keep our eyes on God as we live it.
4. 2Peter 1:2-4 All things that pertain to life and Godliness
A. God's exceeding great and precious promises will help us be partakers of the divine nature.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
Choose to live the Spirit filled Life and enjoy all the benefits of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus.
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1. Romans 8:1-11 Free from the law of sin and death.
A. The law was given to keep God's people in right standing with Him. (Righteousness)
B. Jesus was given as the New Covenant answer to the law.
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Notice that all these verses are dealing with the flesh versus the Spirit.
God never intended for born-again believers to walk around down and out- condemned or under oppression.
A. He gave us his Spirit so that we could rise above all that.
The thing that puts us under the weight of all that kind of stuff is being fleshly minded.
A. V. 5-8 The carnal mind is enmity against God.
V. 9-10 The Spirit is life because of righteousness- The Spirit quickens our mortal body.
We have been forgiven of our sin and declared righteous through the blood of Jesus.-
A. The Spirit inside us will keep us on that track if we will listen.
Joh 16:13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come.
Joh 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Tradition and Religion has taught us that we are not worthy to enjoy this life-
A. It has taught that we are just ole sinners saved by grace.
B. It has taught to just hold on and hold out to the end.
C. These are only partial truths-
Rom 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
I'm going to choose to follow the Spirit and the Word and have the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus rather than be in bondage to things of the flesh.
Joh 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
2. Gal 5:13 A word of caution
A. Gal 5:13 For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don't use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. NLT
B. Gal 5:13 As for you, my friends, you were called to be free. But do not let this freedom become an excuse for letting your physical desires control you. Instead, let love make you serve one another. GNB
C. Gal 5:13 My friends, you were chosen to be free. So don't use your freedom as an excuse to do anything you want. Use it as an opportunity to serve each other with love. CEV
Paul understood living under Grace and the freedom it brought, but he also understood how freedom to live life through the Spirit could be misunderstood to mean living life however you wanted.
3. Titus 2:11-12 Grace actually teaches us to live Spirit filled lives.
A. Tit 2:11-12 For God has revealed his grace for the salvation of all people. 12 That grace instructs us to give up ungodly living and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this world,GNB
B. Tit 2:12 And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, NLT
C. Tit 2:12 We're being shown how to turn our backs on a godless, indulgent life, and how to take on a God-filled, God-honoring life. This new life is starting right now, MSG
Paul's warnings are not citation against living a life of freedom in the Spirit, but an exhortation to keep our eyes on God as we live it.
4. 2Peter 1:2-4 All things that pertain to life and Godliness
A. God's exceeding great and precious promises will help us be partakers of the divine nature.
Deu 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
Choose to live the Spirit filled Life and enjoy all the benefits of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus.
Hold the Razor
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1. Gen 25:21-34 Esau was born red and hairy.
A. He was the firstborn.
B. Edom means red.
C. He sold his birthright.
2. Gen 27:1-16 Rebekah used goat's skin to make Jacob feel like Esau.
A. Issac blessed Jacob instaed of Esau.
3. Judges 13:1-5 Samson was a Nazarite unto God from the womb.
A. Nazarite- unpruned vine.
B. The Spirit of the Lord would come upon Samson.
In Judges 16 Samson tells Delilah about his hair.
*Judges 16:19-30 Samson kills more at his death than in his life.
4. 2Sam 13:1-2 Absalom has his brother Amnon killed for raping their sister.
A. 2Sam 14 Joab tricks David into letting Absalom come back home.
B. 2Sam 14:24-26 His hair was so heavy that he cut it once a year- It weighted 5 lbs.
C. 2Sam 15 Absalom conspires against David.
D. 2Sam 18 In the heat of the battle Absalom's hair get hung in an oak branch.
5. Luke 1:5-15 John the Baptist was born under a Nazarite vowel.
A. Luk 1:80 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his showing unto Israel.
B. John was probably raised by the Essenes- A jewish sect that lived separated from others.
Luk 7:33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil.
C. Mar 1:6 And John was clothed with camel's hair, and with a girdle of a skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey;
6. Matt 11:7-11 John may have looked wild but he got high marks from Jesus-
It's not the hair that makes the man- It's the heart!
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1. Gen 25:21-34 Esau was born red and hairy.
A. He was the firstborn.
B. Edom means red.
C. He sold his birthright.
2. Gen 27:1-16 Rebekah used goat's skin to make Jacob feel like Esau.
A. Issac blessed Jacob instaed of Esau.
3. Judges 13:1-5 Samson was a Nazarite unto God from the womb.
A. Nazarite- unpruned vine.
B. The Spirit of the Lord would come upon Samson.
In Judges 16 Samson tells Delilah about his hair.
*Judges 16:19-30 Samson kills more at his death than in his life.
4. 2Sam 13:1-2 Absalom has his brother Amnon killed for raping their sister.
A. 2Sam 14 Joab tricks David into letting Absalom come back home.
B. 2Sam 14:24-26 His hair was so heavy that he cut it once a year- It weighted 5 lbs.
C. 2Sam 15 Absalom conspires against David.
D. 2Sam 18 In the heat of the battle Absalom's hair get hung in an oak branch.
5. Luke 1:5-15 John the Baptist was born under a Nazarite vowel.
A. Luk 1:80 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his showing unto Israel.
B. John was probably raised by the Essenes- A jewish sect that lived separated from others.
Luk 7:33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil.
C. Mar 1:6 And John was clothed with camel's hair, and with a girdle of a skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey;
6. Matt 11:7-11 John may have looked wild but he got high marks from Jesus-
It's not the hair that makes the man- It's the heart!
Led by the Spirit
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1. Luke 4:1 Jesus was led by the Spirit.
2. Romans 8:11-14 For as many as are led by the Spirit.
A. Rom 8:12-13 Therefore, dear brothers and sisters, you have no obligation to do what your sinful nature urges you to do. 13 For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live.NLT
B. Rom 8:12-13 So don't you see that we don't owe this old do-it-yourself life one red cent. 13 There's nothing in it for us, nothing at all. The best thing to do is give it a decent burial and get on with your new life.MSG
3. Gal 5:16-26 Being led by the Spirit will keep you in faith and out of trouble.
A. Gal 5:16-26 So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves. 17 The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other, so you are not free to carry out your good intentions. 18 But when you are directed by the Spirit, you are not under obligation to the law of Moses. 19 When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, 21 envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God. 22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to His cross and crucified them there. 25 Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives. 26 Let us not become conceited, or provoke one another, or be jealous of one another.NLT
How can I be 'led of the Spirit'?
A. Romans 8:16 The Spirit bears witness with our spirit.
The number one way to be led of the Spirit is by the inward witness-
A. You might call it a gut check.
B. 1Jo 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
A gut check is when you sense on the inside of you that something is right or wrong.
A. We need to make decisions based upon what we sense in our spirit.
Most of the time we get our feelings and our sense messed up- We say we feel the presense of God.
Feelings are the voice of the body- Being led by feelings will mess you up.
Sometimes we allow ourselves to be led by reason- Reason is the voice of the soul or mind.
A. No matter how reasonable something seems, we still need to check our spirit.
4. Romans 9:1 My conscience
The number two way to be led by the Spirit is by the inward voice. The conscience is the voice of the spirit.
A. There is a difference in the voice of your spirit speaking by the Holy Spirit's leading and the Holy Spirit speaking.
5. Heb 4:12-13 The Word of God will follow the Spirit.
A. 2Ti 3:16-17 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
B. Doing what the Word says is a no brainer when it comes to be led by the Spirit.
Take time to listen to the Spirit- He will never lead you wrong.
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1. Luke 4:1 Jesus was led by the Spirit.
2. Romans 8:11-14 For as many as are led by the Spirit.
A. Rom 8:12-13 Therefore, dear brothers and sisters, you have no obligation to do what your sinful nature urges you to do. 13 For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live.NLT
B. Rom 8:12-13 So don't you see that we don't owe this old do-it-yourself life one red cent. 13 There's nothing in it for us, nothing at all. The best thing to do is give it a decent burial and get on with your new life.MSG
3. Gal 5:16-26 Being led by the Spirit will keep you in faith and out of trouble.
A. Gal 5:16-26 So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves. 17 The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other, so you are not free to carry out your good intentions. 18 But when you are directed by the Spirit, you are not under obligation to the law of Moses. 19 When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, 21 envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God. 22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to His cross and crucified them there. 25 Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives. 26 Let us not become conceited, or provoke one another, or be jealous of one another.NLT
How can I be 'led of the Spirit'?
A. Romans 8:16 The Spirit bears witness with our spirit.
The number one way to be led of the Spirit is by the inward witness-
A. You might call it a gut check.
B. 1Jo 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
A gut check is when you sense on the inside of you that something is right or wrong.
A. We need to make decisions based upon what we sense in our spirit.
Most of the time we get our feelings and our sense messed up- We say we feel the presense of God.
Feelings are the voice of the body- Being led by feelings will mess you up.
Sometimes we allow ourselves to be led by reason- Reason is the voice of the soul or mind.
A. No matter how reasonable something seems, we still need to check our spirit.
4. Romans 9:1 My conscience
The number two way to be led by the Spirit is by the inward voice. The conscience is the voice of the spirit.
A. There is a difference in the voice of your spirit speaking by the Holy Spirit's leading and the Holy Spirit speaking.
5. Heb 4:12-13 The Word of God will follow the Spirit.
A. 2Ti 3:16-17 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
B. Doing what the Word says is a no brainer when it comes to be led by the Spirit.
Take time to listen to the Spirit- He will never lead you wrong.
Jesus is My Superhero
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Superheroes usually have some kind of super power- Jesus was given all power.
Mat 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
A. Joh 3:34 For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
One of the most well know superheroes is Superman. He came from another planet and was raised by earthly parents.
Jesus came from Heaven and was raised here on this earth by earthly parents.
A. Luke 2:51 says he was subject to them.
Superman had x-ray vision- He could see through things.
1. Matt 9:1-6 Jesus saw their thoughts.
A. Mat 9:4 But Jesus, knowing (seeing) their thoughts, said, Why do you think evil and harbor malice in your hearts?AMP
B. Mar 12:14-15 "Teacher," they said, "we know how honest You are. You are impartial and don't play favorites. You teach the way of God truthfully. Now tell us—is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not? 15 Should we pay them, or shouldn't we?" Jesus saw through their hypocrisy and said, "Why are you trying to trap Me? Show Me a Roman coin, and I'll tell you."NLT
Wonder Woman had a golden lasso that would make anyone tell the truth.
Jesus was the Truth!
A. Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
B. Joh 18:37 Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.
C. Mar 5:33 But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.
The Flash is known as the fastest man on earth. He could convey himself at great speeds.
2. Luke 4:28-30 Through the midst.
A. Jesus flashed through the midst of them.
B. Joh 6:16-21 And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea, 17 And entered into a ship, and went over the sea toward Capernaum. And it was now dark, and Jesus was not come to them. 18 And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. 19 So when they had rowed about five and twenty or thirty furlongs, they see Jesus walking on the sea, and drawing nigh unto the ship: and they were afraid. 20 But he saith unto them, It is I; be not afraid. 21 Then they willingly received him into the ship: and immediately the ship was at the land whither they went.
C. Jesus conveyed the ship with everyone in it.
Aquaman could control water and communicate with the fish-
Here in John 6:19 Jesus is walking on the sea!
A. He controlled water also- Mar 4:39 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
B. He could communicate with fish-Mat 17:27 Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast a hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee.
The superhero Storm could control weather- So could Jesus!
Some of the X-Men could dash through walls and unopened doors-
A. Joh 20:19 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.
Some of the superheroes working together were able to bring Superman back to life using an alien artifact.
A. Jesus brought people back to life on more than one occasion using his words-
B. John 11:43 Lazarus come forth; Luke 7:14 Young man, I say unto thee arise; Mark 5:41 Damsel I say unto thee arise.
The thing about all these superheroes we have been talking about is that they are all fictional characters that were always on a mission to save the world.
My superhero Jesus is real and he saved the world with two pieces of wood and three metal spikes!
Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
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Superheroes usually have some kind of super power- Jesus was given all power.
Mat 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
A. Joh 3:34 For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
One of the most well know superheroes is Superman. He came from another planet and was raised by earthly parents.
Jesus came from Heaven and was raised here on this earth by earthly parents.
A. Luke 2:51 says he was subject to them.
Superman had x-ray vision- He could see through things.
1. Matt 9:1-6 Jesus saw their thoughts.
A. Mat 9:4 But Jesus, knowing (seeing) their thoughts, said, Why do you think evil and harbor malice in your hearts?AMP
B. Mar 12:14-15 "Teacher," they said, "we know how honest You are. You are impartial and don't play favorites. You teach the way of God truthfully. Now tell us—is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not? 15 Should we pay them, or shouldn't we?" Jesus saw through their hypocrisy and said, "Why are you trying to trap Me? Show Me a Roman coin, and I'll tell you."NLT
Wonder Woman had a golden lasso that would make anyone tell the truth.
Jesus was the Truth!
A. Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
B. Joh 18:37 Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.
C. Mar 5:33 But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.
The Flash is known as the fastest man on earth. He could convey himself at great speeds.
2. Luke 4:28-30 Through the midst.
A. Jesus flashed through the midst of them.
B. Joh 6:16-21 And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea, 17 And entered into a ship, and went over the sea toward Capernaum. And it was now dark, and Jesus was not come to them. 18 And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. 19 So when they had rowed about five and twenty or thirty furlongs, they see Jesus walking on the sea, and drawing nigh unto the ship: and they were afraid. 20 But he saith unto them, It is I; be not afraid. 21 Then they willingly received him into the ship: and immediately the ship was at the land whither they went.
C. Jesus conveyed the ship with everyone in it.
Aquaman could control water and communicate with the fish-
Here in John 6:19 Jesus is walking on the sea!
A. He controlled water also- Mar 4:39 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
B. He could communicate with fish-Mat 17:27 Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast a hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee.
The superhero Storm could control weather- So could Jesus!
Some of the X-Men could dash through walls and unopened doors-
A. Joh 20:19 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.
Some of the superheroes working together were able to bring Superman back to life using an alien artifact.
A. Jesus brought people back to life on more than one occasion using his words-
B. John 11:43 Lazarus come forth; Luke 7:14 Young man, I say unto thee arise; Mark 5:41 Damsel I say unto thee arise.
The thing about all these superheroes we have been talking about is that they are all fictional characters that were always on a mission to save the world.
My superhero Jesus is real and he saved the world with two pieces of wood and three metal spikes!
Joh 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
A Time of Preparation
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1. 2Tim 2:15-21 Preparation is the responsiblity of every believer.
A. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.
B. 2Ti 2:20-21 In a well-furnished kitchen there are not only crystal goblets and silver platters, but waste cans and compost buckets--some containers used to serve fine meals, others to take out the garbage. 21 Become the kind of container God can use to present any and every kind of gift to his guests for their blessing.GNB
None of us have arrived at the place we can be- We must always be striving to get there.
Phi 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
2. 1Sam 22:1-2 The Cave of Adullam
A. David was a mess when he came to the cave.
B. Those that came to David were a mess.
When they came out of the cave, they were known as David and his mighty men!
Somewhere in that cave they had to come to the conclusion that no matter what they were going through, they were going to follow God first. (They had to leave their problems in the cave).
The cave was a time of preparation-
3. Joshua 3:1-5 Ye have not passed this way heretofore.
A. Sanctify yourselves for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you.
B. Joshua wanted the people to prepare for the move of God.
4. Luke 24:49 Tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem.
5. Acts 1:1-4;12-15 Jesus wanted them to prepare for the presence of the Holy Ghost.
A. V.3 Showed himself alive-1Co 15:5-6 And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve: 6 After that, he was seen of above five hundred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep.
B. V. 15 There were 120 in the upper room.
The Upper Room was a preparation room. Apparently a lot of them thought waiting and praying in one accord was a waste of time.
Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
God is on the move- You can either Prepare and be Part or Mock and Miss Out...
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1. 2Tim 2:15-21 Preparation is the responsiblity of every believer.
A. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.
B. 2Ti 2:20-21 In a well-furnished kitchen there are not only crystal goblets and silver platters, but waste cans and compost buckets--some containers used to serve fine meals, others to take out the garbage. 21 Become the kind of container God can use to present any and every kind of gift to his guests for their blessing.GNB
None of us have arrived at the place we can be- We must always be striving to get there.
Phi 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
2. 1Sam 22:1-2 The Cave of Adullam
A. David was a mess when he came to the cave.
B. Those that came to David were a mess.
When they came out of the cave, they were known as David and his mighty men!
Somewhere in that cave they had to come to the conclusion that no matter what they were going through, they were going to follow God first. (They had to leave their problems in the cave).
The cave was a time of preparation-
3. Joshua 3:1-5 Ye have not passed this way heretofore.
A. Sanctify yourselves for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you.
B. Joshua wanted the people to prepare for the move of God.
4. Luke 24:49 Tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem.
5. Acts 1:1-4;12-15 Jesus wanted them to prepare for the presence of the Holy Ghost.
A. V.3 Showed himself alive-1Co 15:5-6 And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve: 6 After that, he was seen of above five hundred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep.
B. V. 15 There were 120 in the upper room.
The Upper Room was a preparation room. Apparently a lot of them thought waiting and praying in one accord was a waste of time.
Act 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. 4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
God is on the move- You can either Prepare and be Part or Mock and Miss Out...
The Art of Camouflage
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Camouflage- concealment by some means that alters or obscures the appearance:
The idea is to blend in to your surrounding to prevent your true presence from being known.
The greatest use of camouflage that utilizes outward items such as paint, make-up, clothing, neting or other materials would be by the military and hunters.
A. These work well from a distance, but lose their effectiveness the close you get.
There is another type of camouflage that is extremely dangerous because it is very hard to detect with the natural eye- Even up close.
Heart Camouflage- The art of saying and pretending to be something you are not.
A. Church Folk are very rehearsed in this area.
1. Matt 23:1-7;27-28 Jesus dealt with "Religious Leaders" about this.
A. What they said did not match up with what they did. (People against prosperity love money)
B. The outside looked good, but the inside was dead!
Mat 7:15-16 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. 16 Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?
It is imperative that we make sure that we follow someone who follows Christ and his teachings.
2Co 11:13-15 For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. 14 And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 15 Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.
2. Matt 7:21-23 Jesus deals with "People" in general.
A. You can put on all the Christian Camouflage you want, but Jesus still knows your heart.
Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
Camouflage doesn't work on God- He sees right through it.
1Sa 16:6-7 And it came to pass, when they were come, that he looked on Eliab, and said, Surely the LORD's anointed is before him. 7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.
3. Acts 5:1-10 Ananias and Sapphira try camouflaging what they did.
A. Tempt the Spirit of the Lord.
4. Romans 8:26-27 He that searcheth the hearts.
Camouflage is usually used when going up against an enemy- God IS NOT your enemy.
God loves you- He already knows what you are going through- All your camouflage is doing is keeping you from seeing God.
If you've messed up fess up- 1Jo 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
If you are concerned about something- 1Pe 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
If you are hurting-Mat 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Camouflage can be a useful tool in many areas, but when it comes to God we need to be fully exposed.
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Camouflage- concealment by some means that alters or obscures the appearance:
The idea is to blend in to your surrounding to prevent your true presence from being known.
The greatest use of camouflage that utilizes outward items such as paint, make-up, clothing, neting or other materials would be by the military and hunters.
A. These work well from a distance, but lose their effectiveness the close you get.
There is another type of camouflage that is extremely dangerous because it is very hard to detect with the natural eye- Even up close.
Heart Camouflage- The art of saying and pretending to be something you are not.
A. Church Folk are very rehearsed in this area.
1. Matt 23:1-7;27-28 Jesus dealt with "Religious Leaders" about this.
A. What they said did not match up with what they did. (People against prosperity love money)
B. The outside looked good, but the inside was dead!
Mat 7:15-16 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. 16 Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?
It is imperative that we make sure that we follow someone who follows Christ and his teachings.
2Co 11:13-15 For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. 14 And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 15 Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.
2. Matt 7:21-23 Jesus deals with "People" in general.
A. You can put on all the Christian Camouflage you want, but Jesus still knows your heart.
Mat 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoreth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.
Camouflage doesn't work on God- He sees right through it.
1Sa 16:6-7 And it came to pass, when they were come, that he looked on Eliab, and said, Surely the LORD's anointed is before him. 7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.
3. Acts 5:1-10 Ananias and Sapphira try camouflaging what they did.
A. Tempt the Spirit of the Lord.
4. Romans 8:26-27 He that searcheth the hearts.
Camouflage is usually used when going up against an enemy- God IS NOT your enemy.
God loves you- He already knows what you are going through- All your camouflage is doing is keeping you from seeing God.
If you've messed up fess up- 1Jo 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
If you are concerned about something- 1Pe 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
If you are hurting-Mat 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Camouflage can be a useful tool in many areas, but when it comes to God we need to be fully exposed.
Grow in the Word
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1. 1Corinth 1:17-18 The preaching of the cross has a dual function.
A. It reveals the foolishness of those who will not believe.
B. It reveals God's power to those that do believe.
2. Colos 2:13-15 The necessity of the cross.
A. The cross was the avenue that God would use to bring about the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord.
B. Col 2:13-15 You were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for He forgave all our sins. 14 He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. 15 In this way, He disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by His victory over them on the cross.NLT
C. Col 2:13-15 When you were stuck in your old sin-dead life, you were incapable of responding to God. God brought you alive--right along with Christ! Think of it! All sins forgiven, 14 the slate wiped clean, that old arrest warrant canceled and nailed to Christ's Cross. 15 He stripped all the spiritual tyrants in the universe of their sham authority at the Cross and marched them naked through the streets.MSG
Thank God for the Cross!
A. Gal 6:14 But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.
The cross must always be the foundation of our faith- Once the foundation is laid, it is time to build on it.
3. Heb 6:1-3 We must grow beyond the cross in our knowledge and understanding of the things of God.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. 2 You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3 And so, God willing, we will move forward to further understanding.NLT
B. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; 2 baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. 3 God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
There are two areas that have to be dealt with if we are going to "Grow Up".
A. The flesh and Soul (Mind, Will, and Emotions).
4. 1Peter 2:1-2 Desire the sincere milk of the Word.
A. 1Pe 2:1-2 SO BE done with every trace of wickedness (depravity, malignity) and all deceit and insincerity (pretense, hypocrisy) and grudges (envy, jealousy) and slander and evil speaking of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies you should crave (thirst for, earnestly desire) the pure (unadulterated) spiritual milk, that by it you may be nurtured and grow unto [completed] salvation,AMP
B. Verse 1 deals with the Flesh- Verse 2 deals with the Will.
Growing up on pure unadulterated spiritual milk means you may have to spit out a lot of preconceived ideas, erroneous teaching and traditions.
The Bible doesn't teach us to be like other people- It teaches us to be like Christ!
A. Unfortunately, a lot of people base their walk with God on how others walk rather than what the Word says.
Satan started in the Garden with the lie that what God said isn't what he really meant.
God would never tell you to grow up and be like Christ without helping you- First; He gave you his Spirit.
5. Eph 4:11-15 God gave us the five-fold ministry.
There are three reasons Christians don't grow-
A. They are in a place where they only get milk.
B. Even though Spiritual meat is being taught, the don't attend enough to get it.
C. They don't Listen.
Heb 5:11-14 I have a lot more to say about this, but it is hard to get it across to you since you've picked up this bad habit of not listening. 12 By this time you ought to be teachers yourselves, yet here I find you need someone to sit down with you and go over the basics on God again, starting from square one--baby's milk, when you should have been on solid food long ago! 13 Milk is for beginners, inexperienced in God's ways; 14 solid food is for the mature, who have some practice in telling right from wrong.MSG
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1. 1Corinth 1:17-18 The preaching of the cross has a dual function.
A. It reveals the foolishness of those who will not believe.
B. It reveals God's power to those that do believe.
2. Colos 2:13-15 The necessity of the cross.
A. The cross was the avenue that God would use to bring about the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord.
B. Col 2:13-15 You were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for He forgave all our sins. 14 He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. 15 In this way, He disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by His victory over them on the cross.NLT
C. Col 2:13-15 When you were stuck in your old sin-dead life, you were incapable of responding to God. God brought you alive--right along with Christ! Think of it! All sins forgiven, 14 the slate wiped clean, that old arrest warrant canceled and nailed to Christ's Cross. 15 He stripped all the spiritual tyrants in the universe of their sham authority at the Cross and marched them naked through the streets.MSG
Thank God for the Cross!
A. Gal 6:14 But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.
The cross must always be the foundation of our faith- Once the foundation is laid, it is time to build on it.
3. Heb 6:1-3 We must grow beyond the cross in our knowledge and understanding of the things of God.
A. Heb 6:1-3 So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don't need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God. 2 You don't need further instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3 And so, God willing, we will move forward to further understanding.NLT
B. Heb 6:1-3 So come on, let's leave the preschool fingerpainting exercises on Christ and get on with the grand work of art. Grow up in Christ. The basic foundational truths are in place: turning your back on "salvation by self-help" and turning in trust toward God; 2 baptismal instructions; laying on of hands; resurrection of the dead; eternal judgment. 3 God helping us, we'll stay true to all that. But there's so much more. Let's get on with it!MSG
There are two areas that have to be dealt with if we are going to "Grow Up".
A. The flesh and Soul (Mind, Will, and Emotions).
4. 1Peter 2:1-2 Desire the sincere milk of the Word.
A. 1Pe 2:1-2 SO BE done with every trace of wickedness (depravity, malignity) and all deceit and insincerity (pretense, hypocrisy) and grudges (envy, jealousy) and slander and evil speaking of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies you should crave (thirst for, earnestly desire) the pure (unadulterated) spiritual milk, that by it you may be nurtured and grow unto [completed] salvation,AMP
B. Verse 1 deals with the Flesh- Verse 2 deals with the Will.
Growing up on pure unadulterated spiritual milk means you may have to spit out a lot of preconceived ideas, erroneous teaching and traditions.
The Bible doesn't teach us to be like other people- It teaches us to be like Christ!
A. Unfortunately, a lot of people base their walk with God on how others walk rather than what the Word says.
Satan started in the Garden with the lie that what God said isn't what he really meant.
God would never tell you to grow up and be like Christ without helping you- First; He gave you his Spirit.
5. Eph 4:11-15 God gave us the five-fold ministry.
There are three reasons Christians don't grow-
A. They are in a place where they only get milk.
B. Even though Spiritual meat is being taught, the don't attend enough to get it.
C. They don't Listen.
Heb 5:11-14 I have a lot more to say about this, but it is hard to get it across to you since you've picked up this bad habit of not listening. 12 By this time you ought to be teachers yourselves, yet here I find you need someone to sit down with you and go over the basics on God again, starting from square one--baby's milk, when you should have been on solid food long ago! 13 Milk is for beginners, inexperienced in God's ways; 14 solid food is for the mature, who have some practice in telling right from wrong.MSG
The Purest Part
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1. Mal 3:1-5 The Lord whom you seek will suddenly come into his temple.
A. His glory comes to purify us.
Heb 12:6 For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
Heb 12:11-14 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby. 12 Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees; 13 And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed. 14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
Purification is not a punishment- It is the process in which all the chaff is burned off and only the pure remains.
Illustration: Melting lead.
Pro 17:3 The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.
2. Numbers 31:22-24 It was a ceremonial cleansing.
A. Water of Separation- Ashes of a red Heifer, hyssop, and scarlet mixed with water and sprinkled.
Even though this an Old Testament process, it is an example to us to live Holy before the Lord.
3. Eph 4:22-24 Paul's New Testament version of cleansing.
A. Col 3:9-10 Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; 10 And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:
Putting on the New Man means I have accepted Jesus as my Savior and I live by the Word of God.
Joh 15:3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.
Psa 12:6 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.
Living our lives by faith in God and his Word is what keeps us clean from the World.
4. Dan 12:10 The wicked can't understand the things of God.
A. They don't understand how we can go through something and it doesn't take us out.
B. They don't understand how we can stand and praise God when the natural reaction should be to cry and fall to pieces.
Pro 27:21 As the refining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so is a man to to his praise.
We understand that our relationship with God is the most important thing in our lives.
We acknowledge that He can not only bring us through, but can make things better than they ever were before.
Don't be afraid of the Purification- Let the Lord wash over you- Let Him bring out the purest part of you.
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1. Mal 3:1-5 The Lord whom you seek will suddenly come into his temple.
A. His glory comes to purify us.
Heb 12:6 For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
Heb 12:11-14 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby. 12 Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees; 13 And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed. 14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
Purification is not a punishment- It is the process in which all the chaff is burned off and only the pure remains.
Illustration: Melting lead.
Pro 17:3 The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.
2. Numbers 31:22-24 It was a ceremonial cleansing.
A. Water of Separation- Ashes of a red Heifer, hyssop, and scarlet mixed with water and sprinkled.
Even though this an Old Testament process, it is an example to us to live Holy before the Lord.
3. Eph 4:22-24 Paul's New Testament version of cleansing.
A. Col 3:9-10 Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; 10 And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:
Putting on the New Man means I have accepted Jesus as my Savior and I live by the Word of God.
Joh 15:3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.
Psa 12:6 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.
Living our lives by faith in God and his Word is what keeps us clean from the World.
4. Dan 12:10 The wicked can't understand the things of God.
A. They don't understand how we can go through something and it doesn't take us out.
B. They don't understand how we can stand and praise God when the natural reaction should be to cry and fall to pieces.
Pro 27:21 As the refining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so is a man to to his praise.
We understand that our relationship with God is the most important thing in our lives.
We acknowledge that He can not only bring us through, but can make things better than they ever were before.
Don't be afraid of the Purification- Let the Lord wash over you- Let Him bring out the purest part of you.
Spirit Move
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1. Isaiah 66:8-9 God is bringing forth what the Church has been crying for.
A. Those that have been yearning for a move of the Spirit are about see the supernatural power of God poured out.
2. Acts 2:12-18 I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh.
A. Some were amazed-
B. Some mocked-
C. Young men see visions- Old men dream dreams.
D. Servants and handmaidens prophesy.
Manifestations of the Spirit can look very different according to the vessel God is flowing through.
3. 1Corinth 12:1;4-11 God manifests the Spirit the way he wants to.
4. Numbers 25-29 The Spirit upon the Elders.
We have to be open to the Spirit but not ignorant.
5. 1Corinth 14:26-33; 39-40 A true move of the Spirit will be done decently and in order.
We have to be sensitive to maintain balance when the Spirit starts to move.
A. What starts in the Spirit cannot end in the flesh.
B. We also cannot quench the Spirit just because we don't understand thae move that is happening.
6. 1Thes 5:19-21 Don't quench, Don't despise, Prove it out.
A. Hold fast that which is good.
Everything done by the Spirit of God will line up with the Word of God.
Gal 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.
Joh 16:13-14 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come. 14 He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you.
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1. Isaiah 66:8-9 God is bringing forth what the Church has been crying for.
A. Those that have been yearning for a move of the Spirit are about see the supernatural power of God poured out.
2. Acts 2:12-18 I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh.
A. Some were amazed-
B. Some mocked-
C. Young men see visions- Old men dream dreams.
D. Servants and handmaidens prophesy.
Manifestations of the Spirit can look very different according to the vessel God is flowing through.
3. 1Corinth 12:1;4-11 God manifests the Spirit the way he wants to.
4. Numbers 25-29 The Spirit upon the Elders.
We have to be open to the Spirit but not ignorant.
5. 1Corinth 14:26-33; 39-40 A true move of the Spirit will be done decently and in order.
We have to be sensitive to maintain balance when the Spirit starts to move.
A. What starts in the Spirit cannot end in the flesh.
B. We also cannot quench the Spirit just because we don't understand thae move that is happening.
6. 1Thes 5:19-21 Don't quench, Don't despise, Prove it out.
A. Hold fast that which is good.
Everything done by the Spirit of God will line up with the Word of God.
Gal 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.
Joh 16:13-14 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will show you things to come. 14 He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you.
The Word: God's Cure for Temptation
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Psa 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
1. 1Corinth 10:1-13 A warning to not depart from God's plan.
A. V.1-2 Exodus 14- The cloud behind them: Darkness to Egypt;Light to Israel-- Crossed over on dry ground.
B. V. 3-4 Exod 16- Manna: This is the bread which the LORD hath given you to eat. Numbers 20-Water from the rock.
C. V. 5 Numbers 11:4-6 And the mixed multitude that was among them fell a lusting: and the children of Israel also wept again, and said, Who shall give us flesh to eat? 5 We remember the fish, which we did eat in Egypt freely; the cucumbers, and the melons, and the leeks, and the onions, and the garlic: 6 But now our soul is dried away: there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes..............
c. They were given quail- While it was between their teeth a plague fell- They buried the people that lusted.
D. V6 Lust after evil things: Things that God has not said you could have.
God was providing everything that they needed: He knows what is good for us.
E. V.7- Exod 32- Aaron made a golden calf.
F. V.8- Numbers 25 - And Israel abode in Shittim, and the people began to commit whoredom with the daughters of Moab. Fornification: porn-yoo-o: to act the harlot, that is, (literally) indulge unlawful lust (of either sex).............
f. Remember Corinth had the Temple of Aphrodite- Over 1000 prostitutes both men and women.
G. V.9- Numbers 21 And the people spoke against God, and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? for there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread.
H. V.11 These are examples for us to apply to our situations.
I. V.12 You are not exempt from messing up!
Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
J. V.13 This is where we get the saying "God won't put more on you than you can bear".
First, it doesn't say that God puts the temptation on you-
Second, If you don't take God's excape route, it could take you out.
2. James 1:12-15 Temptation doesn't come from God.
We endure temptation by living in accordance to the Word of God.
As we carry our mandate to be witnesses of the Godness of God out into this world, we will be faced with temptation.
We must stand strong and let our love for God and faith in his Word show people that you can live a Godly life even in the presence of an ungodly world.
Mat 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
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Psa 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
1. 1Corinth 10:1-13 A warning to not depart from God's plan.
A. V.1-2 Exodus 14- The cloud behind them: Darkness to Egypt;Light to Israel-- Crossed over on dry ground.
B. V. 3-4 Exod 16- Manna: This is the bread which the LORD hath given you to eat. Numbers 20-Water from the rock.
C. V. 5 Numbers 11:4-6 And the mixed multitude that was among them fell a lusting: and the children of Israel also wept again, and said, Who shall give us flesh to eat? 5 We remember the fish, which we did eat in Egypt freely; the cucumbers, and the melons, and the leeks, and the onions, and the garlic: 6 But now our soul is dried away: there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes..............
c. They were given quail- While it was between their teeth a plague fell- They buried the people that lusted.
D. V6 Lust after evil things: Things that God has not said you could have.
God was providing everything that they needed: He knows what is good for us.
E. V.7- Exod 32- Aaron made a golden calf.
F. V.8- Numbers 25 - And Israel abode in Shittim, and the people began to commit whoredom with the daughters of Moab. Fornification: porn-yoo-o: to act the harlot, that is, (literally) indulge unlawful lust (of either sex).............
f. Remember Corinth had the Temple of Aphrodite- Over 1000 prostitutes both men and women.
G. V.9- Numbers 21 And the people spoke against God, and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? for there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread.
H. V.11 These are examples for us to apply to our situations.
I. V.12 You are not exempt from messing up!
Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
J. V.13 This is where we get the saying "God won't put more on you than you can bear".
First, it doesn't say that God puts the temptation on you-
Second, If you don't take God's excape route, it could take you out.
2. James 1:12-15 Temptation doesn't come from God.
We endure temptation by living in accordance to the Word of God.
As we carry our mandate to be witnesses of the Godness of God out into this world, we will be faced with temptation.
We must stand strong and let our love for God and faith in his Word show people that you can live a Godly life even in the presence of an ungodly world.
Mat 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
True Worship
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1. John 4:23-24 True worshipers worship in spirit and truth.
Worship- 1. To adore; to pay divine honors to; to reverence with supreme respect and veneration.
A. Veneration-The highest degree of respect and reverence; respect mingled with some degree of awe; a feeling or sentiment excited by the dignity and superiority of a person, or by the sacredness of his character, and with regard to place, by its consecration to sacred services.
Worshiper-One who worships; one who pays divine honors to God; one who adores.
A. Exo 34:14 For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God:
True worshipers worship in Spirit- What does that mean?
Rev 1:10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,
2Co 12:2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such a one caught up to the third heaven.
Worshiping in the Spirit means we lay aside all of our natural reservations and allow the Spirit to draw us into the realm of his presence.
A. Rev 1:17 And when I saw him, I fell at his feet as dead. And he laid his right hand upon me, saying unto me, Fear not; I am the first and the last:
Worshiping in the Spirit means that we cast away all fear and allow his cleansing love to wash over us. To allow his glory to supercede anything that we are dealing with in the natural.
A. Psa 63:1-5 A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah. O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; 2 To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary. 3 Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. 4 Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name. 5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
True worshipers worship in Truth-
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Worship is more than what we experience in those intimate encounters we have when we allow ourselves to become engulfed in his presence.
Worship is also living our lives by the truth of his Word every day.
Spiritual Worship is actually born out of walking in the revelation of his truth in our lives.
A. It is not an emotional reaction triggered by the right song.
B. When we know and understand the truth of God's love for us, we are moved to offer up genuine Worship.
Worshiping in truth means I'm walking with God outside the walls of the church.
A. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
B. Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
Some of the greatestest Spiritual Worship you will experience happens when you come into his presence after seeing God act according to his Word on your behalf.
Notice that Jesus said True Worshipers worship in Spirit and Truth.
It has been said that all Word will cause you to dry up; All Spirit will cause you to blow up; But a balanced life of both Spirit and Word will cause you to grow up!
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1. John 4:23-24 True worshipers worship in spirit and truth.
Worship- 1. To adore; to pay divine honors to; to reverence with supreme respect and veneration.
A. Veneration-The highest degree of respect and reverence; respect mingled with some degree of awe; a feeling or sentiment excited by the dignity and superiority of a person, or by the sacredness of his character, and with regard to place, by its consecration to sacred services.
Worshiper-One who worships; one who pays divine honors to God; one who adores.
A. Exo 34:14 For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God:
True worshipers worship in Spirit- What does that mean?
Rev 1:10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,
2Co 12:2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such a one caught up to the third heaven.
Worshiping in the Spirit means we lay aside all of our natural reservations and allow the Spirit to draw us into the realm of his presence.
A. Rev 1:17 And when I saw him, I fell at his feet as dead. And he laid his right hand upon me, saying unto me, Fear not; I am the first and the last:
Worshiping in the Spirit means that we cast away all fear and allow his cleansing love to wash over us. To allow his glory to supercede anything that we are dealing with in the natural.
A. Psa 63:1-5 A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah. O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; 2 To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary. 3 Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. 4 Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name. 5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:
True worshipers worship in Truth-
Joh 17:17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Worship is more than what we experience in those intimate encounters we have when we allow ourselves to become engulfed in his presence.
Worship is also living our lives by the truth of his Word every day.
Spiritual Worship is actually born out of walking in the revelation of his truth in our lives.
A. It is not an emotional reaction triggered by the right song.
B. When we know and understand the truth of God's love for us, we are moved to offer up genuine Worship.
Worshiping in truth means I'm walking with God outside the walls of the church.
A. Pro 3:5-8 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
B. Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
Some of the greatestest Spiritual Worship you will experience happens when you come into his presence after seeing God act according to his Word on your behalf.
Notice that Jesus said True Worshipers worship in Spirit and Truth.
It has been said that all Word will cause you to dry up; All Spirit will cause you to blow up; But a balanced life of both Spirit and Word will cause you to grow up!
Jesus: The Answer
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1. John 3:16-21 God sent Jesus that the world may be saved. Saved from what?
A. From Adam's disobedience to Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection- The world had a sin problem.
B. The result of the Adam's disobedience was the curse of sin and death.(Eternal separation from God)
Jesus was God's answer to the world's sin problem. He redeemed us from the curse.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: 14 That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
How did Jesus redeem us?
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
On the cross Jesus took upon himself the Sin, Sickness and Disease, and Poverty of the whole world.
A. According to Acts 2 and Isaiah 53 Jesus literally paid the price in hell for us.
The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus made available to every person- Redemption from the curse of sin and death: Belief in his DBR brings Salvation-
Saved- sozo: deliver, protect, heal, do well, be or make whole.
V.18- He that believeth not is condemned already.
A. The unbeliever is condemned because he refuses to accept the redemption that God has provided through Jesus.
B. V.19 They loved darkness rather than light.
2. John 16:7-14 Jesus promised to send us the Comforter to help us.
A. Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
If you are a born-again believer the Comforter lives inside you- You have a Mandate to go out and be witnesses of the Goodness of God!
Mar 16:15-16 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
3. Ezekiel 3:17-21 The importance of telling people the truth.
A. The world is telling us to be more tolerant and that our preaching is too harsh.
Plain talk is easily understood, but it must be done in love- There is a difference between showing mercy or compassion and in allowing someone to continue on a pathway to destruction because you don't want to hurt their feelings.
Jud 1:22-23 Show mercy toward those who have doubts; 23 save others by snatching them out of the fire; and to others show mercy mixed with fear, but hate their very clothes, stained by their sinful lusts.GNB
The World is looking for answers- They are trying to fill the void inside them where the Spirit of God ought to be. It can't be filled with Sex, Drugs, or Alcohol.
Jesus is the answer they are looking for- It is up to the Church to show and tell them who He is.
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1. John 3:16-21 God sent Jesus that the world may be saved. Saved from what?
A. From Adam's disobedience to Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection- The world had a sin problem.
B. The result of the Adam's disobedience was the curse of sin and death.(Eternal separation from God)
Jesus was God's answer to the world's sin problem. He redeemed us from the curse.
Gal 3:13-14 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: 14 That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
How did Jesus redeem us?
2Co 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
2Co 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
On the cross Jesus took upon himself the Sin, Sickness and Disease, and Poverty of the whole world.
A. According to Acts 2 and Isaiah 53 Jesus literally paid the price in hell for us.
The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus made available to every person- Redemption from the curse of sin and death: Belief in his DBR brings Salvation-
Saved- sozo: deliver, protect, heal, do well, be or make whole.
V.18- He that believeth not is condemned already.
A. The unbeliever is condemned because he refuses to accept the redemption that God has provided through Jesus.
B. V.19 They loved darkness rather than light.
2. John 16:7-14 Jesus promised to send us the Comforter to help us.
A. Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
If you are a born-again believer the Comforter lives inside you- You have a Mandate to go out and be witnesses of the Goodness of God!
Mar 16:15-16 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
3. Ezekiel 3:17-21 The importance of telling people the truth.
A. The world is telling us to be more tolerant and that our preaching is too harsh.
Plain talk is easily understood, but it must be done in love- There is a difference between showing mercy or compassion and in allowing someone to continue on a pathway to destruction because you don't want to hurt their feelings.
Jud 1:22-23 Show mercy toward those who have doubts; 23 save others by snatching them out of the fire; and to others show mercy mixed with fear, but hate their very clothes, stained by their sinful lusts.GNB
The World is looking for answers- They are trying to fill the void inside them where the Spirit of God ought to be. It can't be filled with Sex, Drugs, or Alcohol.
Jesus is the answer they are looking for- It is up to the Church to show and tell them who He is.
Plus 1
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1. Matt 28:18-20 The Great Commission.
A. I am with you always.
As believers, we need to remember that we are never alone. We are God's "Plus 1".
Each one of us has been given the power to make a difference in this world.
The Bible is full of people just like you and me who's faith made a difference.
2. Gen 6:1-9 Noah found grace in the eyes of God.
A. Noah walked with God.
B. 2Pe 2:5 And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eighth person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly;
3. Esther 4:11-16 Esther appeared before King Ahasuerus and saved the Jews in that Kingdom.
A. She did not want to go, but she knew it was the only was to save her people.
Fast Forward to the New Testament: One Person comes on the scene- Jesus.
4. Mark 5:1-19 The wild man at the tombs.
A. V.18-19 Go home to thy friends and tell them.
B. Mar 6:53-56 And when they had passed over, they came into the land of Gennesaret, and drew to the shore. 54 And when they were come out of the ship, straightway they knew him, 55 And ran through that whole region round about, and began to carry about in beds those that were sick, where they heard he was. 56 And whithersoever he entered, into villages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought him that they might touch if it were but the border of his garment: and as many as touched him were made whole.
5. John 4:5-42 The woman at the well testified of Jesus.
A. V. 28-30 She left her waterpot and went into the city.
B. V. 39-42 Many believed because of her testimony- Others believed because of his Word.
The Greatest One:
6. Romans 5:8-21 Eternal Life came by One.
A. Jesus was the sacrifice for sin for all mankind.
B. Only through belief in his death, burial, and resurrection can anyone go to heaven.
Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Our Commission as believers is to go ye therefore and show people The Way-
Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Remember the Woman at the Well- She Testified many believed- Others heard the Word.
A. Invite people to come to church!
Billy Graham went to church because his friend allowed him to drive his old vegetable truck there.
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1. Matt 28:18-20 The Great Commission.
A. I am with you always.
As believers, we need to remember that we are never alone. We are God's "Plus 1".
Each one of us has been given the power to make a difference in this world.
The Bible is full of people just like you and me who's faith made a difference.
2. Gen 6:1-9 Noah found grace in the eyes of God.
A. Noah walked with God.
B. 2Pe 2:5 And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eighth person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly;
3. Esther 4:11-16 Esther appeared before King Ahasuerus and saved the Jews in that Kingdom.
A. She did not want to go, but she knew it was the only was to save her people.
Fast Forward to the New Testament: One Person comes on the scene- Jesus.
4. Mark 5:1-19 The wild man at the tombs.
A. V.18-19 Go home to thy friends and tell them.
B. Mar 6:53-56 And when they had passed over, they came into the land of Gennesaret, and drew to the shore. 54 And when they were come out of the ship, straightway they knew him, 55 And ran through that whole region round about, and began to carry about in beds those that were sick, where they heard he was. 56 And whithersoever he entered, into villages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought him that they might touch if it were but the border of his garment: and as many as touched him were made whole.
5. John 4:5-42 The woman at the well testified of Jesus.
A. V. 28-30 She left her waterpot and went into the city.
B. V. 39-42 Many believed because of her testimony- Others believed because of his Word.
The Greatest One:
6. Romans 5:8-21 Eternal Life came by One.
A. Jesus was the sacrifice for sin for all mankind.
B. Only through belief in his death, burial, and resurrection can anyone go to heaven.
Act 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Our Commission as believers is to go ye therefore and show people The Way-
Joh 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Remember the Woman at the Well- She Testified many believed- Others heard the Word.
A. Invite people to come to church!
Billy Graham went to church because his friend allowed him to drive his old vegetable truck there.
Do Overs
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1. Luke 15:11-24 The Prodical Son.
A. In Father's house he had everything he would ever need- Food, protection, finances, love, Stability.
B. Once he left Father's house, it's clear that he abandoned what he had been taught.
C. The devil will paint a pretty picture in your head about how good it is going to be, but he never shows you the destruction that it will bring- No Man Gave Unto Him.
D. The good news is that he came to himself.
E. When he came back to the Father he was truly sorry (repentive). He didn't blame someone else!
F. The Father made it like it never happened.
The Prodical Son got a Do Over.
2. Acts 7:58 Saul was overseer of Stephen's death.
A. Acts 8:1-3 Saul made havoc of the church.
B. Acts 9:1-2 Saul got official orders from the High Priest to kill or arrest anyone professing Jesus.
The Change:
Acts 9:3-22 Saul met Jesus on the way to Damascus.
A. Saul was a man with strong religious beliefs.
B. He had to choose whether to continue on the religious way he had been taught or follow Jesus.
C. After believing in Jesus and being baptized, he stayed with the disciples certain days- Training
D. And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God.
E. They wanted to kill Saul, but God just blessed him that much more.
Saul got a Do Over. He became Paul
3. Acts 13:22-23 Paul preaches at Antioch about The heart of David.
Even though David was a man after God's own heart, he was still a man.
4. 2Sam 11:1-27 David sins with Bathsheba.
A. 2Sam 12:1-10 God sends a messenger to David (You can't hide it from God)
B. V. 14- David's deed gave the enemies of the Lord an occasion to blaspheme. (It cost him his son)
5. Psalm 51:1-17 David's song of repentence.
6. 1Kings 11:4 The Bible tells us where David stood with God
David got a Do Over.
What is the secret to a Do Over? True Repentence!
Turn away from the thing that made you turn away from God
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1. Luke 15:11-24 The Prodical Son.
A. In Father's house he had everything he would ever need- Food, protection, finances, love, Stability.
B. Once he left Father's house, it's clear that he abandoned what he had been taught.
C. The devil will paint a pretty picture in your head about how good it is going to be, but he never shows you the destruction that it will bring- No Man Gave Unto Him.
D. The good news is that he came to himself.
E. When he came back to the Father he was truly sorry (repentive). He didn't blame someone else!
F. The Father made it like it never happened.
The Prodical Son got a Do Over.
2. Acts 7:58 Saul was overseer of Stephen's death.
A. Acts 8:1-3 Saul made havoc of the church.
B. Acts 9:1-2 Saul got official orders from the High Priest to kill or arrest anyone professing Jesus.
The Change:
Acts 9:3-22 Saul met Jesus on the way to Damascus.
A. Saul was a man with strong religious beliefs.
B. He had to choose whether to continue on the religious way he had been taught or follow Jesus.
C. After believing in Jesus and being baptized, he stayed with the disciples certain days- Training
D. And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God.
E. They wanted to kill Saul, but God just blessed him that much more.
Saul got a Do Over. He became Paul
3. Acts 13:22-23 Paul preaches at Antioch about The heart of David.
Even though David was a man after God's own heart, he was still a man.
4. 2Sam 11:1-27 David sins with Bathsheba.
A. 2Sam 12:1-10 God sends a messenger to David (You can't hide it from God)
B. V. 14- David's deed gave the enemies of the Lord an occasion to blaspheme. (It cost him his son)
5. Psalm 51:1-17 David's song of repentence.
6. 1Kings 11:4 The Bible tells us where David stood with God
David got a Do Over.
What is the secret to a Do Over? True Repentence!
Turn away from the thing that made you turn away from God
After the Birth
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1. Luke 2:6-7 The birth of Jesus.
A. What happens after all excitement- After all the celebration with angels?
Luke 2:23- They brought the baby and went to church.
A. Luk 2:27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
2. Heb 10:22-25 A true heart wants to do what is right.
A. Not forsaking.
When you come to church and bring Jesus, people's lives will be changed.
Luke 2:28-30 Simeon was ready to depart this earth after he had seen the Lord's salvation.
People don't just need to hear us talk about Jesus, they need to see Jesus in us.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
Joh 15:10-11 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. 11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
When you have the joy of the Lord, people will see it!
Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Luke 2:36 Because they did what was right after the birth, the first evangelist was launched.
Luke 39-40 The child continued to grow and wax strong in spirit after they returned home.
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1. Luke 2:6-7 The birth of Jesus.
A. What happens after all excitement- After all the celebration with angels?
Luke 2:23- They brought the baby and went to church.
A. Luk 2:27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
2. Heb 10:22-25 A true heart wants to do what is right.
A. Not forsaking.
When you come to church and bring Jesus, people's lives will be changed.
Luke 2:28-30 Simeon was ready to depart this earth after he had seen the Lord's salvation.
People don't just need to hear us talk about Jesus, they need to see Jesus in us.
Joh 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
Joh 15:10-11 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. 11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
When you have the joy of the Lord, people will see it!
Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Luke 2:36 Because they did what was right after the birth, the first evangelist was launched.
Luke 39-40 The child continued to grow and wax strong in spirit after they returned home.
The Birth of Christ
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 Isaiah prophecied the birth of Jesus.
A. The zeal of the Lord will perform this.
God's plan to bring Jesus to this earth was established before the foundation of the world.
When Mary questioned the angel, the plan begain to be unveiled.
2. Luke 1:26-38 The Holy Ghost shall overshadow thee.
V. 38- Be it unto me according to thy Word.
The birth of Jesus was God's plan to bring the Savior into the world.
3. Luke 2:1-21 God's plan is fulfilled. Jesus the Son of God is brought into the earth.
4. Matt 2:1-13 While some rejoiced others sought to kill Him.
Even though this child would grow up to sacrifice himself of the whole world, even today there are those that celbrate him and those that still seek to kill him.
As we celebrate this Christmas, as we enjoy time with our families, make sure we remember to make it all about Jesus.
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1. Isaiah 9:6-7 Isaiah prophecied the birth of Jesus.
A. The zeal of the Lord will perform this.
God's plan to bring Jesus to this earth was established before the foundation of the world.
When Mary questioned the angel, the plan begain to be unveiled.
2. Luke 1:26-38 The Holy Ghost shall overshadow thee.
V. 38- Be it unto me according to thy Word.
The birth of Jesus was God's plan to bring the Savior into the world.
3. Luke 2:1-21 God's plan is fulfilled. Jesus the Son of God is brought into the earth.
4. Matt 2:1-13 While some rejoiced others sought to kill Him.
Even though this child would grow up to sacrifice himself of the whole world, even today there are those that celbrate him and those that still seek to kill him.
As we celebrate this Christmas, as we enjoy time with our families, make sure we remember to make it all about Jesus.
No Power Failures
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1. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
2. Acts 1:8 Power after the Holy Ghost has come upon you.
In The Old Testament the Holy Ghost would come upon people.
Jdg 13:24-25 And the woman bore a son, and called his name Samson: and the child grew, and the LORD blessed him. 25 And the Spirit of the LORD began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol.
When the Spirit of the Lord came upon Samson, he had great power.
A. Jdgs 14: Killed a Lion with his bare hands.
B. Jdgs 15: Killed 1000 men with the jawbone of a donkey.
C. Jdgs 16: Took the gates of Gaza and carried them to the top of the hill because they tried to ambush him.
D. Jdgs 16: Brought down the roof of the Colosseum and took out three thousand including Philistine lords.
Elijah ran 20 miles and out ran Ahab's chariot-
1Ki 18:46 And the hand of the LORD was on Elijah; and he girded up his loins, and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel.
1Ki 18:46 The power of the LORD came on Elijah; he fastened his clothes tight around his waist and ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. GNB
Elijah called down fire on more than one occasion.
These men were operating with the power of God upon them- How much more should we be operating with the power of God within us.
3. Colo 1:25-27 Christ in us
A. Christ means anointed.
1Jo 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
1Jo 2:27 But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, ....
Unction and anointing- Chrisma- an unguent or smearing, that is, (figuratively) the special endowment (“chrism”) of the Holy Spirit:
4. Acts 10:38 God has anointed us the same way he anointed Jesus.
Now we can understand what Paul was saying in Eph 2:6-
Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
We have been placed in the seat of Authority because we have been anointed to carry out the will of God on the earth.
Eph 6:10 commands us - Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
2Co 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
There are no power failures when it comes to God- No brown outs!
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
It's time for the Church to Light It Up.
No Power Failures
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1. John 7:37-39 Rivers of living water.
2. Acts 1:8 Power after the Holy Ghost has come upon you.
In The Old Testament the Holy Ghost would come upon people.
Jdg 13:24-25 And the woman bore a son, and called his name Samson: and the child grew, and the LORD blessed him. 25 And the Spirit of the LORD began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol.
When the Spirit of the Lord came upon Samson, he had great power.
A. Jdgs 14: Killed a Lion with his bare hands.
B. Jdgs 15: Killed 1000 men with the jawbone of a donkey.
C. Jdgs 16: Took the gates of Gaza and carried them to the top of the hill because they tried to ambush him.
D. Jdgs 16: Brought down the roof of the Colosseum and took out three thousand including Philistine lords.
Elijah ran 20 miles and out ran Ahab's chariot-
1Ki 18:46 And the hand of the LORD was on Elijah; and he girded up his loins, and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel.
1Ki 18:46 The power of the LORD came on Elijah; he fastened his clothes tight around his waist and ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. GNB
Elijah called down fire on more than one occasion.
These men were operating with the power of God upon them- How much more should we be operating with the power of God within us.
3. Colo 1:25-27 Christ in us
A. Christ means anointed.
1Jo 2:20 But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
1Jo 2:27 But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, ....
Unction and anointing- Chrisma- an unguent or smearing, that is, (figuratively) the special endowment (“chrism”) of the Holy Spirit:
4. Acts 10:38 God has anointed us the same way he anointed Jesus.
Now we can understand what Paul was saying in Eph 2:6-
Eph 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
We have been placed in the seat of Authority because we have been anointed to carry out the will of God on the earth.
Eph 6:10 commands us - Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
2Co 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
There are no power failures when it comes to God- No brown outs!
Luk 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
It's time for the Church to Light It Up.
You Reap What You Sow
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1. Acts 10:34-35 No respecter of persons.
A. God doesn't change the rules just because you don't like them.
Our politically correct society with its everyone gets a trophy ideaology is being brought into the Church.
A. Mat 10:41 He that receiveth a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward.
B. 2Jo 1:8 Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward.
C. Mat 16:27 For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
D. We don't want to hurt anyone's feelings- Jesus would never do that.
Mat 23:27-28 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchers, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness. 28 Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity.
Mat 21:12-13 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, 13 And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
Luk 13:31-33 The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee. 32 And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I shall be perfected. 33 Nevertheless I must walk today, and tomorrow, and the day following: for it cannot be that a prophet perish out of Jerusalem.
Mat 15:12-14 Then came his disciples, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after they heard this saying? 13 But he answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. 14 Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.
2. Gal 6:7-9 You will reap what you sow.
A. It's the law of seedtime and harvest!
Gen 8:22 While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.
B. You don't expect to get a paycheck from your employer unless you work for it.
True Repentance can prevent some seed from coming to a harvest-
V.9- And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Harvest comes with God's timing not ours.
3. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus immediately recieved his sight.
A. Mark 1:31 Peter's mother in law was immediatley healed of her fever.
B. Mark 1:42 The leper was cleansed immediately.
4. John 9:1-7 Jesus put mud in his eye and made him go wash.
A. Luke 17:14 The 10 lepers were told to go show themselves to the priests. Healed on the way.
So what are we going to do? We are going to do our part and expect God to do his.
Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. 36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
We know by the Spirit of God when we are doing right and when we are not-
1John 1:9 was written for just such an occasion- JUST REPENT.
Get lined up with the Word and stay there until you have your manifestation.
You Reap What You Sow
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1. Acts 10:34-35 No respecter of persons.
A. God doesn't change the rules just because you don't like them.
Our politically correct society with its everyone gets a trophy ideaology is being brought into the Church.
A. Mat 10:41 He that receiveth a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward.
B. 2Jo 1:8 Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward.
C. Mat 16:27 For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
D. We don't want to hurt anyone's feelings- Jesus would never do that.
Mat 23:27-28 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchers, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness. 28 Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity.
Mat 21:12-13 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, 13 And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
Luk 13:31-33 The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee. 32 And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I shall be perfected. 33 Nevertheless I must walk today, and tomorrow, and the day following: for it cannot be that a prophet perish out of Jerusalem.
Mat 15:12-14 Then came his disciples, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, after they heard this saying? 13 But he answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. 14 Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.
2. Gal 6:7-9 You will reap what you sow.
A. It's the law of seedtime and harvest!
Gen 8:22 While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.
B. You don't expect to get a paycheck from your employer unless you work for it.
True Repentance can prevent some seed from coming to a harvest-
V.9- And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Harvest comes with God's timing not ours.
3. Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus immediately recieved his sight.
A. Mark 1:31 Peter's mother in law was immediatley healed of her fever.
B. Mark 1:42 The leper was cleansed immediately.
4. John 9:1-7 Jesus put mud in his eye and made him go wash.
A. Luke 17:14 The 10 lepers were told to go show themselves to the priests. Healed on the way.
So what are we going to do? We are going to do our part and expect God to do his.
Heb 10:35-36 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. 36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
We know by the Spirit of God when we are doing right and when we are not-
1John 1:9 was written for just such an occasion- JUST REPENT.
Get lined up with the Word and stay there until you have your manifestation.