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Hebrews 11: (NKJV)1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that Heis, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.Romans 14:23 (NKJV)But he who doubts is condemned if he eats, because he does not eat from faith; for whatever isnot from faith is sin.Luke 17:3-6TPT (The Passion Translation):So be careful how you live. If a fellow believer sins against you, you must first privately confrontthat person about his fault, and if there is repentance, forgive him. No matter how many times inone day your brother sins against you and says, 'I'm sorry; I'm changing my ways,' you need toforgive him each and every time." When the apostles heard this, they said to Jesus, "Lord, youmust increase our faith!" Jesus responded, "If you have even the smallest portion of authenticfaith, it would be powerful enough to say to this large tree, 'My word will pull you up by the rootsand throw you into the sea,' and it will respond to your voice!AMP (Amplified Bible):"Pay attention to yourselves! ...”Jesus was teaching his disciples about the extent of forgiveness and their response was‘increase our faith!!'WE ARE INSTRUCTED TO FORGIVEMatthew 6:14-15 "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgiveyou. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yourtrespasses."Mark 11:25-26 "And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgivehim, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses. But if you do not forgive,neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses."Ephesians 4:32 "And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even asGod in Christ forgave you."Colossians 3:13 "Bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has acomplaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do."Matthew 18:21-22 "Then Peter came to Him and said, 'Lord, how often shall my brother sinagainst me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?' Jesus said to him, 'I do not say to you, up toseven times, but up to seventy times seven.'"Luke 23:34 "Then Jesus said, 'Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.'"WE ALL HAVE HURTS.Story of Compa The Developer.IT'S A HEART MATTER.An offense is disrupting my story.My story is how I make sense of the world.It does not mean that it makes sense according to the Word.When a thing does not line up with those elements it is offensive to me. If I do not resolve theHebrews 12:15 "Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root ofbitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled" (NKJV)Proverbs 4:23 (KJV)Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.NLT: Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.ISSUES: Hebrew: totz-ah-OHT● The boundaries or limits of life● The outward expressions of inner character● The streams or currents that flow from the heart● The courses or directions life takes● The outcomes and results of what's in the heartConsider that Paul was a murderer.By definition forgiveness means canceling a debt.You don't have to pay me back.Why does it feel like if we forgive that person it's letting go of the power we have over them?Matthew 5:44 (AMP):But I say to you, love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies andpray for those who persecute youIf you're having a hard time doing that, then you may be struggling with unforgiveness orbitterness.

James 2:17 (NIV) - faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.20 You foolish man, do you want evidence that faith without deeds is useless?Foolish – without anything, empty handed - without possessions, family, success…ineffective - destitute of spiritual wealth, of one who boasts of his faith, yet is without the fruits of faithABRAHAM21 Was not our ancestor Abraham considered righteous for what he did when he offered his sonIsaac on the altar? 22 You see that his faith and his actions were working together, and his faith wasmade complete by what he did. “You see”…(understand) “His faith and his actions were working together” –Working together - synergeō - to cooperate together; assist; partner “His faith was made complete by what he did (actions)”Complete – mature…developed…grewLit. – to add what is yet wanting in order to render a thing fullRAHAB25 In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute considered righteous for what she did whenshe gave lodging to the spies and sent them off in a different direction?Hebrews 11:30–31 (NKJV) - By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they were encircled for sevendays. 31 By faith the harlot Rahab did not perish with those who did not believe, when she hadreceived the spies with peace.FAITH WITH ACTION WILL TAKE YOU TO A NEW LEVEL OF FAITH2 Thessalonians 1:3 (NKJV) - your faith grows exceedingly…WHAT IS YOUR FAITH-ACTION THAT WILL LEAD TO YOUR MIRACLE?2 Thessalonians‬(1. MONEY…because it seems we never have enoughAction – put God first with your moneyDeuteronomy 14:23 TLB - The purpose of tithing is to teach you always to put God first in your lives.2. MARRIAGE…that's happy and fulfillingAction – always forgive your spouseEphesians 4:32 (NLT) - Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just asGod through Christ has forgiven you.Ephesians 4:2 (NLT) - Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance foreach other's faults because of your love.3. FREEDOM…from sickness, disease & emotional painAction – attend church weekly to hear messages on faithJohn 8:32 (NLT) - And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”Luke 5:17 (NKJV) - Now it happened on a certain day, as He was teaching… And the power of the Lordwas present to heal them.4. FRIENDS…life-giving relationships that everyone needs.Action – commit to attend “Our Night” Once a month gatheringActs 2:42-47 - They devoted themselves…to fellowship…All the believers were together and hadeverything in common…Every day they continued to meet together…They broke bread in theirhomes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all thepeople.5. PEACE…that protects us in life's strugglesAction – practice daily prayer Thursday 6am - “Mornings with God”Philippians 4:6–7 (NLT) - Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything… 7 Then you willexperience God's peace, which exceeds anything

Honor the Woman in Your LifeProv 31:28 Her children rise up and call her blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired); Her husband also, and he praises her, saying…Children Honor MomProv 31:28  Her children stand and bless her. 3 Ways Children HONOR MOMHow do young children HONOR MOM by obedience. Honor means we show her value, respect and appreciation! Eph 6:2 Honor your … mother, which is the first commandment with promise: that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth. Jesus was obedient to his mom. Luke‬ 2‬:51‬-52  (Jesus) was obedient to (his mother) and grew in wisdom, statute and favor.  Jesus honored his mother by obeying her How do teens and young adults HONOR MOM by respecting.Jesus gave us an example of respecting his mom. When Jesus didn't want to do what his mom was asking him to do. John‬ 2‬:3‬-11‬ AMP … the mother of Jesus said to Him, “[a]They have no more wine.” 4 Jesus said to her, “[Dear] woman, [b]what is that to you and to Me? My time [to act and to be revealed] has not yet come.” 5 His mother said to the servants, “Whatever He says to you, do it.”  7 Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the waterpots with water.” So they filled them up to the brim. 8 Then He said to them, “Draw some out now and take it to the headwaiter [of the banquet].” So they took it to him. 9 And when the headwaiter tasted the water which had turned into wine, .. you have kept back the good wine until now.” 11 This, the first of His signs (attesting miracles), Jesus did in Cana of Galilee, and revealed His glory [displaying His deity and His great power openly], and His disciples believed [confidently] in Him [as the Messiah—they adhered to, trusted in, and relied on Him]. Jesus honored his mother at a wedding by showing her respect.  3. How do adult children HONOR MOM by showing her appreciation Solomon, the wisest and richest man showed appreciation for his mother 1 Kings‬ 2‬:19‬-20‬ NLT‬‬ ‬‬‬‬‬‬…Bathsheba went to King Solomon to speak … The king rose from his throne to meet her, and he bowed down before her. When he sat down on his throne again, the king ordered that a throne be brought for his mother, and she sat at his right hand. “I have one small request to make of you,” she said. “I hope you won't turn me down.” “What is it, my mother?” he asked. “You know I won't refuse you.”Solomon Honored His Mom 4 ways  He rose to greet her He bowed or we can hug and kiss herHe sat a chair next to him - a seat on his right hand is a position of honorHe talked with her and He listened to her Husbands Honor your WifeHonor is the greatest gift a man can give to the woman he loves.1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.3 Ways to Honor your wife from 1 Peter 3:7Live with your wife in an understanding way 1 Peter 3:7 husbands live with your wife in an understanding way because she is the weaker vessel. How do you live with your wife in an understanding way? AMP 1 Peter 3:7 …you husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way [with great gentleness and tact, and with an intelligent regard for the marriage relationship],The word understanding way means in an intelligent way.. gentle way… tactful way..Remember she is the weaker vessel 2. Honor your wife and yourself by being a loving leader – the priest of your home Heb‬ 4‬:14‬-16‬ NLT‬‬ ‬‬‬‬… we have a great High Priest who has entered heaven, Jesus the Son of God, … This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, God's plan is for the husbands to be a loving leader and priest of their homes. Husband are the priests of their homes Jesus is our high priest and sympathize with our weaknessHusbands are the priest and sympathize with your wife's weaknessJesus was the defender of womenWhen a disciple criticized a woman …Jesus said leave her aloneMark 14:6 Jesus said, “Let her alone; why are you bothering her and causing trouble? She has done a good and beautiful thing to Me.Jesus said…Don't be harsh towards your wife Col 3:19 Husbands, love (be sympathetic) your wives and do not be harsh with them.3. If the husband doesn't honor his wife his prayers will be hindered. God doesn't answer his prayers. God does answer our prayers. But God will not answer your prayers  husbands.. if you don't honor your wife. Without answered prayer your prayers are a waste of time The Greek word honor means to greatly value her.Let me ask you husband's a couple questions  Do you recognize your wife for her great worth?  Do you reward your wife for her value to you?  Do you tell her how priceless she is? And if you do, when was the last time you did that?Husbands need to make a habit of daily praising their wife this shows them honor God says if you don't treat your wife in an understanding way-as the weaker vessel‘. God will shut your prayers off. God says I am not listening to youLearn to Solve the argument in 3 minutes with these 7 steps from 1 Peter 3:7! 1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.Remember -1 Peter 3:7 Men live with understanding (be intelligent) V- Vessel, remember God said.. she is the weaker vesselE-EASY, this is easy- I can do this. S- Say I'm sorry you're going through this. It must be hard.S-Say I want to love, you support you and protect you during this time.E-Every problem God has a miracle for- I don't always have the miracle but God does. L-Let's pray and L-lay low- let it rest- and let God do the miracle. Husband's Learn to Honor Your Wife- From 1 Peter 3:7 1 Peter 3:7 …understanding, giving honor … the weaker vessel … your prayers … not hinderedLive with understanding (intelligence)  because she is the weaker vesselGive honor by praising her, not laughing at her or being harsh with herDon't let your prayers be hindered because you don't honor your wife. Live with her in an understanding and intelligent way.Strong Godly Women Honor God 7 ways a godly woman honors GodA woman who honors God and her husband brings Honor to Herself  Titus 2:3-4 NLT/2:5 NKJV(3)…teach the older women (strong women of faith) to live in a way that honors God. (4)These older women (strong in the faith women) must train the younger women to love their husbands and their children,(5) to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.7 Things Strong Godly Women of Faith are to teach the newer women of faith1. Godly women teach …Love for their husbands. The word love here means affection 1Cor 7:5 Do not deprive each other of sexual relations…2.Godly women teach …Love for their children Be fond of your children 3.Godly women teach … Be discreetDiscreet means to be self controlled in your opinion and watch you say.4. Godly women teach … Be ChaseChase means modest and innocent5. Godly women teach … Be HomemakerMain goal is to build the home 6.Godly women teach…Be (have) Good Values - godly women - great worth to God 7.Godly women teach…Be Submitted - Submission to your husband Submission means to yield Women who HONOR GOD teach…Love your husband- be affectionate Love your children-be fond of themBe discreet- have self control over your opinions and what you say Be chaste - be modest outdoorsClean- value what God values Homemaker - make your home your focus Be submitted - yield to your husband

THE WINNING TICKETI WANT IT NOW…STAY IN FAITHMark 5:34 (NLT) - he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace. Yoursuffering is over.”Mark 9:23 (NKJV) - Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him whobelieves.”Mark 16:17–18 (NLT) - These miraculous signs will accompany those who believe… 18 They will beable to place their hands on the sick, and they will be healed.”Mark 11:14 (ESV) - And he said to it, “May no one ever eat fruit from you again.” And his disciplesheard it.Mark 11:20–22 (NKJV) - Now in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up fromthe roots. 21 And Peter, remembering, said to Him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree which You cursed haswithered away.” 22 So Jesus answered and said to them, “Have faith in God…”1 John 5:4 (NLT) - For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory throughour faith.“I have victory through my faith”“stay in faith, no matter what”Hebrews 6:13–15 (TPT) - God made a promise to Abraham, … 14 So he said, “Have no doubt, Ipromise to bless you over and over, and give you a son and multiply you without measure!” 15 SoAbraham waited patiently in faith and succeeded in seeing the promise fulfilled.Hebrews 6:12 (NIV) - imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.Patience – Remain + Under (endurance; don't quit; don't give up)Romans 4:19–21 (NLT) - Abraham's faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, hefigured his body was as good as dead—and so was Sarah's womb. 20 Abraham never wavered inbelieving God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. 21 Hewas fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises.

Believing leads to belongingActs 2:47 (NKJV) - And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.Ephesians 1:22–23 (MSG) - He is in charge of it all, has the final word on everything. At the center ofall this, Christ rules the church. 23 The church, you see, is not peripheral to the world; the world isperipheral to the church. The church is Christ's body, in which he speaks and acts, by which he fillseverything with his presence.If you believe…you will seeJohn 3:3–7 (NLT) - Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see theKingdom of God.” 6 Humans can reproduce only human life, but the Holy Spirit gives birth to spirituallife. 7 So don't be surprised when I say, ‘You mustJohn 20:26–29 (MSG) - Eight days later, his disciples were again in the room. This time Thomas waswith them. Jesus came through the locked doors, stood among them, and said, “Peace to you.” 27Then he focused his attention on Thomas. “Take your finger and examine my hands. Take your handand stick it in my side. Don't be unbelieving. Believe.” 28 Thomas said, “My Master! My God!” 29 Jesussaid, “So, you believe because you've seen with your own eyes. Even better blessings are in store forthose who believe without seeing.”

Jesus calls ordinary people like us to reach others for Him.Verse:Matthew 28:16–20 (AMP) - Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had designated. 17 And when they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted [that it was really He]. 18 Jesus came up and said to them, “All authority (all power of absolute rule) in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations [help the people to learn of Me, believe in Me, and obey My words], baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe everything that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always [remaining with you perpetually—regardless of circumstance, and on every occasion], even to the end of the age.”Verse:Matthew 28:18 (AMP) - “All authority (all power of absolute rule) in heaven and on earth has been given to Me..."POINT #1Jesus has the authority to make you extraordinaryBILLY GRAHAM VIDEO (if shown it will go here)POINT #2Obey His command to GoMatthew 28:19 (AMP) - "Go therefore and make disciples..."Romans 10:17 - So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.Romans 10:14-17 - 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 unless they are sent? As it is written:“How beautiful are the feet of those who [b]preach the gospel of peace,Who bring glad tidings of good things!” … 17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.“Go” (Greek: πορευθέντες / poreuthentes)- A present participle meaning "as you go"Hudson Taylor (A Christian missionary from England)“The Great Commission is not an option to be considered; it is a command to be obeyed.”David Livingstone (A missionary in Africa)“God had only one Son, and He made Him a missionary.”Luke 14:23 (NIV) – “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.'”POINT #3Help people learn about JesusMatthew 28:16-20 (AMP) - "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations [help the people to learn of Me..."John Piper - “Christians are supposed to move toward need, not comfort.”POINT #4Remember, Jesus always goes with youMatthew 28:20 (AMP) - "...and lo, I am with you always [remaining with you perpetually—regardless of circumstance, and on every occasion], even to the end of the age.”Acts 1:8 (NIV) – "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses..."Three steps to goingPray for one personCare for themInvite them

Mark 4:35–41 (ESV) - On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to theother side.” 36 And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat… 37 And a great windstormarose, and the waves were breaking into the boat, so that the boat was already filling. 38 But he was inthe stern, asleep on the cushion. And they woke him and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care thatwe are perishing?” 39 And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” Andthe wind ceased, and there was a great calm. 40 He said to them, “Why are you so afraid? Have youstill no faith?” 41 And they said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obeyhim?”1 - PURPOSE - “Let us go across to the other side.”2 - PROBLEM - And a great windstorm arose (“suddenly”), and the waves were breaking intothe boat, so that the boat was already fillingMark 4:37 (MSG) - A huge storm came up. Waves poured into the boat, threatening to sink it.3 - PANIC – “Do you not care that we are perishing?”Perishing – to lose; be lost; to dieSensory perception is the process by which the brain interprets and organizes information gatheredfrom our five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell), allowing us to understand and interactwith the worldStorms = nature out of control.4 - PEACE - He awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And thewind ceased, and there was a great calm.STORM - Disciples panicking…………… Jesus sleepingPeace – be calmBe still – be quiet… to stop the mouth, make speechless, reduce to silence.

Mark 4:35–41 (ESV) - On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to theother side.” 36 And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat… 37 And a great windstormarose, and the waves were breaking into the boat, so that the boat was already filling. 38 But he was inthe stern, asleep on the cushion. And they woke him and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care thatwe are perishing?” 39 And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” Andthe wind ceased, and there was a great calm. 40 He said to them, “Why are you so afraid? Have youstill no faith?” 41 And they said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obeyhim?”1 - PURPOSE - “Let us go across to the other side.”2 - PROBLEM - And a great windstorm arose (“suddenly”), and the waves were breaking intothe boat, so that the boat was already fillingMark 4:37 (MSG) - A huge storm came up. Waves poured into the boat, threatening to sink it.3 - PANIC – “Do you not care that we are perishing?”Perishing – to lose; be lost; to dieSensory perception is the process by which the brain interprets and organizes information gatheredfrom our five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell), allowing us to understand and interactwith the worldStorms = nature out of control.4 - PEACE - He awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And thewind ceased, and there was a great calm.STORM - Disciples panicking…………… Jesus sleepingPeace – be calmBe still – be quiet… to stop the mouth, make speechless, reduce to silence.

1 Corinthians 13:13'Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.'1 Corinthians 13:13'Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.'https://www.bible.com/bible/116/1CO.13.13Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.Hebrews 11:1 (TPT)Now faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire thethings we long for. It is all the evidence required to prove what is still unseen.Substance - hypostasis● It can refer to a foundation, ground, or base - something that stands underneath andprovides support● It can mean substance, essence, or actual being● It can convey the sense of confidence, assurance, or guarantee● Our faith NEEDS something to add substance to.1. Our faith NEEDS something to add substance to!In life, Hope, Faith, Love, Wisdom are essential!Hope is a corollary to Vision, It gives us direction. It shows us the destination.Godly wisdom is like my GPS, or my map. It helps me plot the way there.Faith is the vehicle that takes me there.Love is the fuel in the faith vehicle!2. Hope sustained with the Word of faith will result in the miracleHebrews 6:13,18' When God made his promise to Abraham, he backed it all the way, putting his own reputationon the line. He said, “I promise that I'll bless you with everything I have—bless and bless andbless!” Abraham stuck it out and got everything that had been promised to him. When peoplemake promises, they guarantee them by appeal to some authority above them so that if there isany question that they'll make good on the promise, the authority will back them up. When Godwanted to guarantee his promises, he gave his word, a rock-solid guarantee—God can't breakhis word. And because his word cannot change, the promise is likewise unchangeable. We whohave run for our very lives to God have every reason to grab the promised hope with both handsand never let go. It's an unbreakable spiritual lifeline, reaching past all appearances right to thevery presence of God where Jesus, running on ahead of us, has taken up his permanent postas high priest for us, in the order of Melchizedek.'https://www.bible.com/bible/97/HEB.6.13,18Romans 4:18Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he wouldbecome the father of many nations. For God had said to him, 'That's how many descendantsyou will have!'Romans 4:19-21"And Abraham's faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured hisbody was as good as dead—and so was Sarah's womb. Abraham never wavered in believingGod's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. He was fullyconvinced that God is able to do whatever he promises."3. Hope delayed can hurt the heart and introduce doubt.Proverbs 13:12NKJV: Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But when the desire comes, it is a tree of life.Sick: weakness and sufferingTPT: When hope's dream seems to drag on and on, the delay can be depressing. But when atlast your dream comes true, life's sweetness will satisfy your soul.4. 3 Things to protect our hope against:a. Doubtb. Unbeliefc. Hardened HeartDoubt can lead to disappointment.Disappointment can lead to Unbelief.Unbelief can lead to a hardened heart.a. Guard against DoubtDoubt in Scripture typically involves questioning or wavering while still maintaining some levelof faith.● Intellectual or emotional uncertainty while still seeking truth● Often temporary and can coexist with faith● Seen in biblical figures who still followed God despite questionsExamples: Thomas, John the Baptist, Father of the demonized childb. Guard against Unbelief● A willful rejection or hardening against divine truth● Persistent resistance rather than honest questioning● A heart condition that prevents faith from taking root●Examples: The Pharisees & Sadducees, The Home crowd of Nazareth, Zachariahc. Guard against a Hardened HeartThis represents a more severe spiritual condition than either doubt or unbelief. It's characterizedby a deliberate, progressive resistance to God's truth that eventually becomes a fixed state ofspiritual insensitivity.● It's progressive, occurring over time● It is having eyes that cannot see and ears that cannot hearExamples: Pharaoh, the Israelites in the Wilderness, the disciples of Christ!Mark 6:52 For they had not understood about the loaves; their hearts were hardened.Mark 8:17-18 Are your hearts hardened? Having eyes do you not see, and having ears do younot hear?

1 Corinthians 13:13'Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.'1 Corinthians 13:13'Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.'https://www.bible.com/bible/116/1CO.13.13Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.Hebrews 11:1 (TPT)Now faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire thethings we long for. It is all the evidence required to prove what is still unseen.Substance - hypostasis● It can refer to a foundation, ground, or base - something that stands underneath andprovides support● It can mean substance, essence, or actual being● It can convey the sense of confidence, assurance, or guarantee● Our faith NEEDS something to add substance to.1. Our faith NEEDS something to add substance to!In life, Hope, Faith, Love, Wisdom are essential!Hope is a corollary to Vision, It gives us direction. It shows us the destination.Godly wisdom is like my GPS, or my map. It helps me plot the way there.Faith is the vehicle that takes me there.Love is the fuel in the faith vehicle!2. Hope sustained with the Word of faith will result in the miracleHebrews 6:13,18' When God made his promise to Abraham, he backed it all the way, putting his own reputationon the line. He said, “I promise that I'll bless you with everything I have—bless and bless andbless!” Abraham stuck it out and got everything that had been promised to him. When peoplemake promises, they guarantee them by appeal to some authority above them so that if there isany question that they'll make good on the promise, the authority will back them up. When Godwanted to guarantee his promises, he gave his word, a rock-solid guarantee—God can't breakhis word. And because his word cannot change, the promise is likewise unchangeable. We whohave run for our very lives to God have every reason to grab the promised hope with both handsand never let go. It's an unbreakable spiritual lifeline, reaching past all appearances right to thevery presence of God where Jesus, running on ahead of us, has taken up his permanent postas high priest for us, in the order of Melchizedek.'https://www.bible.com/bible/97/HEB.6.13,18Romans 4:18Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he wouldbecome the father of many nations. For God had said to him, 'That's how many descendantsyou will have!'Romans 4:19-21"And Abraham's faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured hisbody was as good as dead—and so was Sarah's womb. Abraham never wavered in believingGod's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. He was fullyconvinced that God is able to do whatever he promises."3. Hope delayed can hurt the heart and introduce doubt.Proverbs 13:12NKJV: Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But when the desire comes, it is a tree of life.Sick: weakness and sufferingTPT: When hope's dream seems to drag on and on, the delay can be depressing. But when atlast your dream comes true, life's sweetness will satisfy your soul.4. 3 Things to protect our hope against:a. Doubtb. Unbeliefc. Hardened HeartDoubt can lead to disappointment.Disappointment can lead to Unbelief.Unbelief can lead to a hardened heart.a. Guard against DoubtDoubt in Scripture typically involves questioning or wavering while still maintaining some levelof faith.● Intellectual or emotional uncertainty while still seeking truth● Often temporary and can coexist with faith● Seen in biblical figures who still followed God despite questionsExamples: Thomas, John the Baptist, Father of the demonized childb. Guard against Unbelief● A willful rejection or hardening against divine truth● Persistent resistance rather than honest questioning● A heart condition that prevents faith from taking root●Examples: The Pharisees & Sadducees, The Home crowd of Nazareth, Zachariahc. Guard against a Hardened HeartThis represents a more severe spiritual condition than either doubt or unbelief. It's characterizedby a deliberate, progressive resistance to God's truth that eventually becomes a fixed state ofspiritual insensitivity.● It's progressive, occurring over time● It is having eyes that cannot see and ears that cannot hearExamples: Pharaoh, the Israelites in the Wilderness, the disciples of Christ!Mark 6:52 For they had not understood about the loaves; their hearts were hardened.Mark 8:17-18 Are your hearts hardened? Having eyes do you not see, and having ears do younot hear?

Stretch your faith every day so you can fulfill God's Vision for your lifeThe Thought That "God Will Not Give Us More Than We Can Handle" Is Not True - He will not give us more than HE can handle"We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you… We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same...""Nothing of eternal significance happens apart from prayer."More vision = more prayerthese 3 can be on the screen at the same time:1. Write down one thing God is calling you to believe for (A God-Sized Vision).2. Find one Bible verse to anchor it—before you go to bed tonight.3. Commit to praying that verse over your life every day this week.VERSES:Isaiah 54:2-3 (NIV) - “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes. For you will spread out to the right and to the left; your descendants will dispossess nations and settle in their desolate cities.Psalm 137:1 (NIV) – “By the rivers of Babylon we sat and wept when we remembered Zion…”Habakkuk 2:2 (NIV) – “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.”1 Corinthians 2:9 (NLT) - "…‘No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.'”Isaiah 54:1 (NIV) - “Sing, barren woman, you who never bore a child;burst into song, shout for joy,you who were never in labor;because more are the children of the desolate womanthan of her who has a husband,” says the Lord.So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) – “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.”Isaiah 55:11 (NIV) – “So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.”John 3:6 (NKJV) – “That which is born of the Spirit is spirit.”

Stretch your faith every day so you can fulfill God's Vision for your lifeThe Thought That "God Will Not Give Us More Than We Can Handle" Is Not True - He will not give us more than HE can handle"We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you… We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same...""Nothing of eternal significance happens apart from prayer."More vision = more prayerthese 3 can be on the screen at the same time:1. Write down one thing God is calling you to believe for (A God-Sized Vision).2. Find one Bible verse to anchor it—before you go to bed tonight.3. Commit to praying that verse over your life every day this week.VERSES:Isaiah 54:2-3 (NIV) - “Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes. For you will spread out to the right and to the left; your descendants will dispossess nations and settle in their desolate cities.Psalm 137:1 (NIV) – “By the rivers of Babylon we sat and wept when we remembered Zion…”Habakkuk 2:2 (NIV) – “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.”1 Corinthians 2:9 (NLT) - "…‘No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.'”Isaiah 54:1 (NIV) - “Sing, barren woman, you who never bore a child;burst into song, shout for joy,you who were never in labor;because more are the children of the desolate womanthan of her who has a husband,” says the Lord.So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) – “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.”Isaiah 55:11 (NIV) – “So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.”John 3:6 (NKJV) – “That which is born of the Spirit is spirit.”

JESUS TAUGHT THAT FAITH SPEAKS Mark 11:22-23 (NKJV) – Have faith in God (have the God kind of faith) 23 For assuredly, I say to you,whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in hisheart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.John 6:63 (NKJV) - The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) - For the word of God is alive and powerful.Isaiah 55:11 (AMP) - So will My word be which goes out of My mouth; It will not return to Me void(useless, without result), Without accomplishing what I desire, And without succeeding in the matterfor which I sent it. Ephesians 5:1 AMP - Therefore be imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example],Ephesians 5:1 (MSG) - Watch what God does, and then you do it…  Mark 9:23 (GNB) - Everything is possible for the person who has faith. Replace what you're saying with the word…..possiblePAY ATTENTION TO WHAT WE'RE SAYING  Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV) - Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eatits fruit. Proverbs 18:21 (MSG) - Words kill, words give life; they're either poison or fruit—you choose.  “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me“  “its gonna kill me if I have to go to that class again” “my kids are never going to listen to me” “I just keep getting sick all the time” “no matter who much money I make, I will never be enough”We have to be careful, not to reduce God to our level of thinking.Proverbs 30:32 (TPT) - if you've thought about saying something stupid, you'd better shut yourmouth. (put your hand on your mouth) 1 Peter 3:10 (NLB) - If you want a happy, good life, keep control of your tongue, Proverbs 6:2 (ESV) - you are snared in the words of your mouth, caught in the words of your mouth, Matthew 12:36–37 (MSG) - Let me tell you something: Every one of these careless words is going tocome back to haunt you. There will be a time of Reckoning. Words are powerful; take them seriously.37 Words can be your salvation (set free). Words can also be your damnation (put in bondage).” James 3:4–5 (NKJV) - Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds,they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. 5 Even so the tongue is a littlemember and boasts great things.Mark 11:23 (NKJV) – whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' anddoes not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whateverhe says.WORDS BRING DELIVERANCEProverbs 12:6 (NKJV) - But the mouth of the upright will deliver them.Daniel 3:17 (NLT) - If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to saveus. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty.WORDS BRING GOD'S BLESSING & FAVORPsalm 84.11 NLV - The Lord gives favor and honor. He holds back nothing good from those who walkin the way that is right.THE MIRACLE WILL MEET YOU… HEAR THE WORD OF GOD SPEAK THE WORD OF GOD

JESUS TAUGHT THAT FAITH SPEAKS Mark 11:22-23 (NKJV) – Have faith in God (have the God kind of faith) 23 For assuredly, I say to you,whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in hisheart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.John 6:63 (NKJV) - The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) - For the word of God is alive and powerful.Isaiah 55:11 (AMP) - So will My word be which goes out of My mouth; It will not return to Me void(useless, without result), Without accomplishing what I desire, And without succeeding in the matterfor which I sent it. Ephesians 5:1 AMP - Therefore be imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example],Ephesians 5:1 (MSG) - Watch what God does, and then you do it…  Mark 9:23 (GNB) - Everything is possible for the person who has faith. Replace what you're saying with the word…..possiblePAY ATTENTION TO WHAT WE'RE SAYING  Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV) - Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eatits fruit. Proverbs 18:21 (MSG) - Words kill, words give life; they're either poison or fruit—you choose.  “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me“  “its gonna kill me if I have to go to that class again” “my kids are never going to listen to me” “I just keep getting sick all the time” “no matter who much money I make, I will never be enough”We have to be careful, not to reduce God to our level of thinking.Proverbs 30:32 (TPT) - if you've thought about saying something stupid, you'd better shut yourmouth. (put your hand on your mouth) 1 Peter 3:10 (NLB) - If you want a happy, good life, keep control of your tongue, Proverbs 6:2 (ESV) - you are snared in the words of your mouth, caught in the words of your mouth, Matthew 12:36–37 (MSG) - Let me tell you something: Every one of these careless words is going tocome back to haunt you. There will be a time of Reckoning. Words are powerful; take them seriously.37 Words can be your salvation (set free). Words can also be your damnation (put in bondage).” James 3:4–5 (NKJV) - Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds,they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. 5 Even so the tongue is a littlemember and boasts great things.Mark 11:23 (NKJV) – whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' anddoes not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whateverhe says.WORDS BRING DELIVERANCEProverbs 12:6 (NKJV) - But the mouth of the upright will deliver them.Daniel 3:17 (NLT) - If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to saveus. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty.WORDS BRING GOD'S BLESSING & FAVORPsalm 84.11 NLV - The Lord gives favor and honor. He holds back nothing good from those who walkin the way that is right.THE MIRACLE WILL MEET YOU… HEAR THE WORD OF GOD SPEAK THE WORD OF GOD

“HAVE FAITH IN GOD” - Have the God kind of faith“whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in hisheart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.”The God kind of faith = Believe & Speak, Speak, SpeakHebrews 11:3 RSV - By faith we understand that the world was created by the word of GodGod created the world by the words He spoke……….GOD KIND OF FAITHMY FAITH CAN CHANGE MY WORLD“HIS DISCIPLES HEARD IT”Matthew 13:11 (NKJV) - It has been given to you to know (understand) the mysteries (hidden truth) ofthe kingdom of heaven…OUR FAITH IS RELEASED THROUGH OUR WORDSMatthew 17:20 (NKJV) - if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Movefrom here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.Luke 17:5–6 (NLT) - The apostles said to the Lord, “Show us how to increase our faith.” 6 The Lordanswered, “If you had faith even as small as a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree,‘May you be uprooted and be planted in the sea,' and it would obey you!Romans 10:8–10 (NKJV) - “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the wordof faith which we preach): 9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in yourheart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believesunto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.Confession – same + word…..speaking the same words God spokeLuke 5:3–6 (NKJV) - Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon's, and asked him to put outa little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. 4 When He hadstopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing;nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.” 6 And when they had done this, they caught agreat number of fish, and their net was breaking.Matthew 8:8–10 (NKJV) - The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You shouldcome under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. 9 For I also am a manunder authority, having soldiers under me. And I say to this one, ‘Go,' and he goes; and to another,‘Come,' and he comes; and to my servant, ‘Do this,' and he does it.” 10 When Jesus heard it, Hemarveled, and said to those who followed, “Assuredly, I say to you, I have not found such great faith,not even in Israel!Matthew 8:13 (NKJV) -Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way; and as you have believed,so let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that same hour.Matthew 8:16 (TPT) - And by Jesus only speaking a word of healing over them, they were totally setfree from their torment, and everyone who was sick received their healing!DECIDE TO SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Get a bad diagnosis – SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Struggling financially – SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Discouraged/Depressed – SAY WHAT GOD SAYSMy faith is a connector between my world & God's world. When I say what God says I will havewhat God has……peace, joy, provision, healing, favor, success. My words can change myworld

“HAVE FAITH IN GOD” - Have the God kind of faith“whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in hisheart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.”The God kind of faith = Believe & Speak, Speak, SpeakHebrews 11:3 RSV - By faith we understand that the world was created by the word of GodGod created the world by the words He spoke……….GOD KIND OF FAITHMY FAITH CAN CHANGE MY WORLD“HIS DISCIPLES HEARD IT”Matthew 13:11 (NKJV) - It has been given to you to know (understand) the mysteries (hidden truth) ofthe kingdom of heaven…OUR FAITH IS RELEASED THROUGH OUR WORDSMatthew 17:20 (NKJV) - if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Movefrom here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.Luke 17:5–6 (NLT) - The apostles said to the Lord, “Show us how to increase our faith.” 6 The Lordanswered, “If you had faith even as small as a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree,‘May you be uprooted and be planted in the sea,' and it would obey you!Romans 10:8–10 (NKJV) - “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the wordof faith which we preach): 9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in yourheart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believesunto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.Confession – same + word…..speaking the same words God spokeLuke 5:3–6 (NKJV) - Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon's, and asked him to put outa little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. 4 When He hadstopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing;nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.” 6 And when they had done this, they caught agreat number of fish, and their net was breaking.Matthew 8:8–10 (NKJV) - The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You shouldcome under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. 9 For I also am a manunder authority, having soldiers under me. And I say to this one, ‘Go,' and he goes; and to another,‘Come,' and he comes; and to my servant, ‘Do this,' and he does it.” 10 When Jesus heard it, Hemarveled, and said to those who followed, “Assuredly, I say to you, I have not found such great faith,not even in Israel!Matthew 8:13 (NKJV) -Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way; and as you have believed,so let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that same hour.Matthew 8:16 (TPT) - And by Jesus only speaking a word of healing over them, they were totally setfree from their torment, and everyone who was sick received their healing!DECIDE TO SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Get a bad diagnosis – SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Struggling financially – SAY WHAT GOD SAYS Discouraged/Depressed – SAY WHAT GOD SAYSMy faith is a connector between my world & God's world. When I say what God says I will havewhat God has……peace, joy, provision, healing, favor, success. My words can change myworld

Every human has faith, naturally.Every believer has faith, divinely.Romans 12:1-3 NKJV[1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you presentyour bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is yourreasonable service. [2] And do not be conformed to this world, but betransformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is thatgood and acceptable and perfect will of God. [3] For I say, through the gracegiven to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself morehighly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to eachone a measure of faith.hRomans 12:3- The Greek word "metron" (measure) implies a determined extent or portion- "Pistis" (faith) in this context refers to both saving faith and the capacity forspiritual trust/serviceFaith is real, substantial, measurable, alive.Example: Exercise challengeFaith is like a muscle.1. Even if all I have is a mustard seed of Faith, If I plant it (use it) it willgrow to mountain moving proportions!Story of the talentsMatthew 25:14-27 MSG[14-18] “It's also like a man going off on an extended trip. He called hisservants together and delegated responsibilities. To one he gave fivethousand dollars, to another two thousand, to a third one thousand, dependingon their abilities. Then he left.......,' [24-25] “The servant given one thousandsaid, ‘Master, I know you have high standards and hate careless ways, thatyou demand the best and make no allowances for error. I was afraid I mightdisappoint you, so I found a good hiding place and secured your money.[26-27] “The master was furious. ‘That's a terrible way to live! It's criminal tolive cautiously like that! If you knew I was after the best, why did you do lessthan the least? The least you could have done would have been to invest thesum with the bankers, where at least I would have gotten a little interest.But what about doubt?The Father's Cry (Mark 9:24)In a deeply human moment, a father seeking healing for his son criesout to Jesus, "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!" This shortverse powerfully captures the coexistence of faith and doubt.Personal Faith Story...What can we do? What should we do?Love the Word.Feed your Faith - Read the Word, meditate on the Word, come to church &hear the Word, and hear the Word and hear the WordHit the gym (of life - Gym life yo! Don't skip leg day!)When it's all said and done, It's not even about what Faith can help us obtain.It's about learning to trust God. That's the part that pleases our heavenlyFather! The real prize Is an assurance in the Divine God, greater thanwhatever we may be experiencing in this world.Now, that is something that cannot be taken from us, even in eternity.

Every human has faith, naturally.Every believer has faith, divinely.Romans 12:1-3 NKJV[1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you presentyour bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is yourreasonable service. [2] And do not be conformed to this world, but betransformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is thatgood and acceptable and perfect will of God. [3] For I say, through the gracegiven to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself morehighly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to eachone a measure of faith.hRomans 12:3- The Greek word "metron" (measure) implies a determined extent or portion- "Pistis" (faith) in this context refers to both saving faith and the capacity forspiritual trust/serviceFaith is real, substantial, measurable, alive.Example: Exercise challengeFaith is like a muscle.1. Even if all I have is a mustard seed of Faith, If I plant it (use it) it willgrow to mountain moving proportions!Story of the talentsMatthew 25:14-27 MSG[14-18] “It's also like a man going off on an extended trip. He called hisservants together and delegated responsibilities. To one he gave fivethousand dollars, to another two thousand, to a third one thousand, dependingon their abilities. Then he left.......,' [24-25] “The servant given one thousandsaid, ‘Master, I know you have high standards and hate careless ways, thatyou demand the best and make no allowances for error. I was afraid I mightdisappoint you, so I found a good hiding place and secured your money.[26-27] “The master was furious. ‘That's a terrible way to live! It's criminal tolive cautiously like that! If you knew I was after the best, why did you do lessthan the least? The least you could have done would have been to invest thesum with the bankers, where at least I would have gotten a little interest.But what about doubt?The Father's Cry (Mark 9:24)In a deeply human moment, a father seeking healing for his son criesout to Jesus, "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!" This shortverse powerfully captures the coexistence of faith and doubt.Personal Faith Story...What can we do? What should we do?Love the Word.Feed your Faith - Read the Word, meditate on the Word, come to church &hear the Word, and hear the Word and hear the WordHit the gym (of life - Gym life yo! Don't skip leg day!)When it's all said and done, It's not even about what Faith can help us obtain.It's about learning to trust God. That's the part that pleases our heavenlyFather! The real prize Is an assurance in the Divine God, greater thanwhatever we may be experiencing in this world.Now, that is something that cannot be taken from us, even in eternity.

The Miracle Force of FaithMatt 17:15 -19,20 (NIV, NKJ) Lord, have mercy on my son, because he has seizures and suffers terribly;…I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him…You unbelieving … generation,” Jesus replied,(the father said) I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him. …Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed at that moment… the disciples came to Jesus in private and asked, “Why couldn't we drive it out?”…So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.1. Unbelief stops my miracle.In Matt 17:20 ..the disciple asked why they couldn't do the miracle.Jesus said because you have no faith.In Matt 13:58 (Jesus) did not do many miracles (in his home town) because of their lack of faith.2. God wants to bless, prosper, protect, and deliver his people; he wants to give us abundance, peace, favor, and healing.· Ex 15:26: "I am the Lord who heals you"· Phil 4:19 God will supply every need of yours according to his riches· Eph 3:20 (He) is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think· Deut. 8:18 …it is he who gives you power to get wealth,· John 14:27 ...my peace I give you· Ps 91:10-16 no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.· Acts 4:12 And there is salvation in no one else,Everything we receive from God we receive through faith.3. Faith brings my miracles… so what is faith?Heb 11:1 KJV Now faith is the substance of things hoped forFaith isSubstance isMark 13:31 NIVHeaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.Heb 11:1 KJVNow faith is (believing God's words) the substance (the legal document, the proof) of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen.Say it with meWe believe the Bible. It is our legal promise that we will receive the things we are hoping for and the Bible is our evidence of the things we cannot see.4. We can see from the Bible what faith will do for us.NLT 35-33:11 HebrewsBy faith these people overthrew kingdoms, ruled with justice, and received what God had promised them. They shut the mouths of lions, quenched the flames of fire, and escaped death by the edge of the sword. Their weakness was turned to strength. They became strong in battle and put whole armies to flight. Women received their loved ones back again from death.Many of us are fighting for our children to come back to the Lord, fighting for our marriage to be restored or fighting for healing in our bodies.-We must understand the Christian life is a fight of faith1 Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith.-We must grasp the idea that “in order to please God and walk together with him you must have faith”Heb 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God.-We must realize Jesus commands us to have faithMark 11:22 Then Jesus said to the disciples, “Have faith in God.“-We must comprehend the law of faithRom 3:27 the law of faith5. What you say in faith… can move a mountain and bring your miracle.Matt 17:20 MSBJesus answered. For truly I tell you, if you have faith (believe God and His Word) the size of a mustard seed, you can say (scriptures) to this mountain, Move from here to there and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.Mark 11:23 …you can have what you say…6. A small word from God can change your future, family, neighborhood, work place, school or your world.Matt 15:27. Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbBible leaders one word changed their lives-Joshua and Caleb‘s said we are well able and they took the land-Mary said be it unto me according to your word and she birthed Jesus-Jesus said not my will, but your will be done and he went to the cross for our sins-Joshua said meditate on the word day and night and everything you do will prosper and Joshua prospered-Meshack Shadrack and Abednego said God can deliver us from the fiery furnace and God didThe words God said to us..Greater is he who is in you then he that is in the worldGreater works than these you will doNo weapon formed against you will prosperThrough Christ, you're more than a conquerorYou can do all things through Christ who strengthens youIf Christ is for you who can be against youYou are always above and never beneath. You are the head and not the tail.Nothing is impossible for God7. What will be your “small word” that you will speak to your mountain?Matt 17:20 ..if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.

The Miracle Force of FaithMatt 17:15 -19,20 (NIV, NKJ) Lord, have mercy on my son, because he has seizures and suffers terribly;…I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him…You unbelieving … generation,” Jesus replied,(the father said) I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him. …Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed at that moment… the disciples came to Jesus in private and asked, “Why couldn't we drive it out?”…So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.1. Unbelief stops my miracle.In Matt 17:20 ..the disciple asked why they couldn't do the miracle.Jesus said because you have no faith.In Matt 13:58 (Jesus) did not do many miracles (in his home town) because of their lack of faith.2. God wants to bless, prosper, protect, and deliver his people; he wants to give us abundance, peace, favor, and healing.· Ex 15:26: "I am the Lord who heals you"· Phil 4:19 God will supply every need of yours according to his riches· Eph 3:20 (He) is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think· Deut. 8:18 …it is he who gives you power to get wealth,· John 14:27 ...my peace I give you· Ps 91:10-16 no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.· Acts 4:12 And there is salvation in no one else,Everything we receive from God we receive through faith.3. Faith brings my miracles… so what is faith?Heb 11:1 KJV Now faith is the substance of things hoped forFaith isSubstance isMark 13:31 NIVHeaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.Heb 11:1 KJVNow faith is (believing God's words) the substance (the legal document, the proof) of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen.Say it with meWe believe the Bible. It is our legal promise that we will receive the things we are hoping for and the Bible is our evidence of the things we cannot see.4. We can see from the Bible what faith will do for us.NLT 35-33:11 HebrewsBy faith these people overthrew kingdoms, ruled with justice, and received what God had promised them. They shut the mouths of lions, quenched the flames of fire, and escaped death by the edge of the sword. Their weakness was turned to strength. They became strong in battle and put whole armies to flight. Women received their loved ones back again from death.Many of us are fighting for our children to come back to the Lord, fighting for our marriage to be restored or fighting for healing in our bodies.-We must understand the Christian life is a fight of faith1 Tim 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith.-We must grasp the idea that “in order to please God and walk together with him you must have faith”Heb 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God.-We must realize Jesus commands us to have faithMark 11:22 Then Jesus said to the disciples, “Have faith in God.“-We must comprehend the law of faithRom 3:27 the law of faith5. What you say in faith… can move a mountain and bring your miracle.Matt 17:20 MSBJesus answered. For truly I tell you, if you have faith (believe God and His Word) the size of a mustard seed, you can say (scriptures) to this mountain, Move from here to there and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.Mark 11:23 …you can have what you say…6. A small word from God can change your future, family, neighborhood, work place, school or your world.Matt 15:27. Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbBible leaders one word changed their lives-Joshua and Caleb‘s said we are well able and they took the land-Mary said be it unto me according to your word and she birthed Jesus-Jesus said not my will, but your will be done and he went to the cross for our sins-Joshua said meditate on the word day and night and everything you do will prosper and Joshua prospered-Meshack Shadrack and Abednego said God can deliver us from the fiery furnace and God didThe words God said to us..Greater is he who is in you then he that is in the worldGreater works than these you will doNo weapon formed against you will prosperThrough Christ, you're more than a conquerorYou can do all things through Christ who strengthens youIf Christ is for you who can be against youYou are always above and never beneath. You are the head and not the tail.Nothing is impossible for God7. What will be your “small word” that you will speak to your mountain?Matt 17:20 ..if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.

Psalm 27:8 (NLT) - My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds,“Lord, I am coming.”Psalm 88.13 CEB - I cry out to you, Lord! My prayer meets you first thing in the morning!1. WE SEE… 2025 as the Year of Faith and Miracles in Carmel ChurchPsalm 77:14 - You are the God of miracles and wonders! You still demonstrate your awesome power.Matthew 9:28–30 (NKJV) - Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They saidto Him, “Yes, Lord.” 29 Then He touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith let it be to you.” 30And their eyes were opened.Romans 10:17 (NKJV) - faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.1. Attend church weekly2. Read a chapter in the Bible daily3. Meditate on verses dailyHebrews 11:6 (NLT) - And it is impossible to please God without faith…Ephesians 1:19 (NLT) - I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's powerfor us who believe him…2. WE SEE… a growing church with 1000 people attending on SundaysJohn 3:16 (ESV) - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes inhim should not perish but have eternal life.3. WE SEE… a more prosperous and generous church with $200,000 in monthly giving 4. WE SEE…resources & strategies to reach the next generation in our city5. WE SEE… greater involvement in meeting urgent needs in our city and around the world6. WE SEE…new “Life Classes” that will equip, train and release people to live a successfulChristian life. WHAT IS YOUR STEP OF FAITH?What is the Holy Spirit speaking to you about how you can live out the vision God hasgiven our church for 2025?(Scriptures for salvation)Romans 5:1 (NLT) - we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with Godbecause of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.Romans 10:13 (NKJV) - “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved”1 John 1:9 (ESV) - If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanseus from all unrighteousness.

Psalm 27:8 (NLT) - My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds,“Lord, I am coming.”Psalm 88.13 CEB - I cry out to you, Lord! My prayer meets you first thing in the morning!1. WE SEE… 2025 as the Year of Faith and Miracles in Carmel ChurchPsalm 77:14 - You are the God of miracles and wonders! You still demonstrate your awesome power.Matthew 9:28–30 (NKJV) - Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They saidto Him, “Yes, Lord.” 29 Then He touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith let it be to you.” 30And their eyes were opened.Romans 10:17 (NKJV) - faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.1. Attend church weekly2. Read a chapter in the Bible daily3. Meditate on verses dailyHebrews 11:6 (NLT) - And it is impossible to please God without faith…Ephesians 1:19 (NLT) - I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's powerfor us who believe him…2. WE SEE… a growing church with 1000 people attending on SundaysJohn 3:16 (ESV) - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes inhim should not perish but have eternal life.3. WE SEE… a more prosperous and generous church with $200,000 in monthly giving 4. WE SEE…resources & strategies to reach the next generation in our city5. WE SEE… greater involvement in meeting urgent needs in our city and around the world6. WE SEE…new “Life Classes” that will equip, train and release people to live a successfulChristian life. WHAT IS YOUR STEP OF FAITH?What is the Holy Spirit speaking to you about how you can live out the vision God hasgiven our church for 2025?(Scriptures for salvation)Romans 5:1 (NLT) - we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with Godbecause of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.Romans 10:13 (NKJV) - “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved”1 John 1:9 (ESV) - If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanseus from all unrighteousness.

We pray for God's divine protection over our lives, families, and everything we hold dear. Through Psalm 91, we learn that God sends His angels to guard and shield us from harm, sickness, accidents, and all dangers. As believers, we have a host of angels assigned to us, surrounding us with supernatural protection. We declare God's promises and pray for His angels to surround us and keep us safe, day and night.

Developing a habit of morning prayer is a powerful way to deepen your connection with God and transform your life. As Psalm 27:8 reminds us, God is calling us to come and talk with Him, and when we respond, He promises to guide us on the best path (Psalm 32:8). Whether you're struggling with time or unsure where to start, follow the example of Jesus in Luke 11 and pray with intention, surrender, and trust. By making morning prayer a daily habit, you'll invite God's wisdom, provision, and protection into every aspect of your life.

We pray for God's divine protection over our lives, families, and everything we hold dear. Through Psalm 91, we learn that God sends His angels to guard and shield us from harm, sickness, accidents, and all dangers. As believers, we have a host of angels assigned to us, surrounding us with supernatural protection. We declare God's promises and pray for His angels to surround us and keep us safe, day and night.

Developing a habit of morning prayer is a powerful way to deepen your connection with God and transform your life. As Psalm 27:8 reminds us, God is calling us to come and talk with Him, and when we respond, He promises to guide us on the best path (Psalm 32:8). Whether you're struggling with time or unsure where to start, follow the example of Jesus in Luke 11 and pray with intention, surrender, and trust. By making morning prayer a daily habit, you'll invite God's wisdom, provision, and protection into every aspect of your life.

God want's us to be close to Him. But when we sin it causes separation with our heavenly Father. That's why it is important for all believers to ask God for forgiveness every morning in the Lord's Prayer. But when we don't make ourselves right with God and with others, it actually causes not only separation with God it causes us to be separated from people, or even worse, our church family.

God want's us to be close to Him. But when we sin it causes separation with our heavenly Father. That's why it is important for all believers to ask God for forgiveness every morning in the Lord's Prayer. But when we don't make ourselves right with God and with others, it actually causes not only separation with God it causes us to be separated from people, or even worse, our church family.