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Today we discuss another prominent father of Christianity and Judaism. Jacob; later named Israel by God; was a deceiver. He took his brother Esau's birthright and blessing. However, being chosen by God, our Heavenly Father still desired to redeem Jacob. In a similar fashion, God -through the person of Christ Jesus is in constant pursuit of the lost in this world. He is equally and simultaneously helping and keeping those who have accepted Him (Jesus) as LORD and Saviour. Just as he carried for Jacob in when he went to search for a wife and flee the wrath of his brother Esau. God protected Jacob, even in those moments when Jacob made mistakes or when Jacob was deceived. Am I willing to submit my life completely to God's plan & will even when everyone else around me is not? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Happy Easter!! He is Risen!! Christ Jesus our LORD is Risen indeed! Act 2:22-41 We all share a personal testimony of when we gave our heart to Jesus and focus on the personal part of our relationship with Him. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Hebrews 11:20; Genesis 24:1-26, 60-67; Genesis 26: 1-5, 23-25; Matthew 22:23 Takeaways from the life of Isaac: 1. Love my spouse 2. Family Faith 3. Living peacefully How do I treat my spouse? How do I treat my siblings? step-siblings? half-siblings? How can I be more peaceful? Am I allowing my faith to grow? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Hebrews 11:17-19; Genesis 17:15-21; Genesis 21:1-5; Genesis 22:1-18; James 2:19-24 Abraham's faith and works are actively united. To have the faith and trust in God to take his only son, bind him, raise a knife to kill his son. This was Abraham's self-sacrifice amidst his faith and works. The possibility that his heirs' life would be extinguished was evident. Yet, Abraham believed that even if he did extinguish his sons' life as a sacrifice, Almighty God would raise him (Isaac) from the dead. Let us stop justifying our sins & faults; instead like Abraham let us justify our faith. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Genesis 12:1-3,7; Genesis 13:14-17; Genesis 15; Genesis 17:1-5, 10-11; Hebrews 11:8-16 Why did God choose Abraham? God's covenants with Abraham: a.) Verbal Covenant                                                  b.) Animal Sacrifice Covenant                                                 c.) Circumcision Covenant Purpose - God chooses whom He chooses. - Covenants point to God. Point to God's redemption for all mankind. Point to this planet NOT being our final destination, but to Heaven. Point to the importance of removing idols/polytheism. The whole world will be blessed through Abraham and his offspring. John 8:56 - Abraham points us, civilization, to Jesus. John 14:2-3 - We are exiles on this earth. Because this planet is not our final home, Does this mean we do not take care of this earth? - Does this give us permission to treat others different from us as insignificant? - Does this mean we have brothers/sisters (children of Abraham) different from us? (culture color, lands, etc.) Abraham and God's covenant point us to the unity of free people under the Lordship of Jesus Christ and that we as Christians are aliens in this planet. Our actual home is the place Jesus is preparing for us (aka. Heaven). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

We discuss the miracle and history of the flood in accordance with Biblical Scripture. Genesis 6:5-8; 11-22; Genesis 7:1-5; 11-12; 17-21; 24; Genesis 8:4-7; 8-12; 15-16 Matthew 24: 36-42; Hebrews 11:7; 1 Peter 3:18-22 We ask some fun questions (for example...Did a giant hold to the back of the Ark and then later bring about the propagation of a giant race after the flood?) We also ask some important questions (for example...How is the flood foreshadow of water baptism in the future, for today?) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Genesis 3:1-6; Romans 5:12-17; 1 Corinthians 15:21-25, 42-45, 53-57; James 2:10-13 What is sin? Who is the judge over what sin is? What is original sin? When Eve was being tempted...where was Adam? How long did it take for Adam to eat the fruit after Eve ate? What was the fruit Adam and Eve ate? Does it matter? What was the serpent? a dragon? Does it matter...other than the fact that the tempter was the devil; bent on wanting to separate man from God. Are we to ignore our sin and the sins of others and pretend as though we live in a perfect world or a soon utopia? (John 8:7) What is our responsibility to each other? (1 John 5:16-17) The solution to sin...is Salvation through the person/Godhead of Jesus Christ. He is our Saviour. He is our Master. He is our true King. He is our Redeemer. He is our solution. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 14:18 - Jesus said, "I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you." In Ephesians 6:10-24; What are the final instruction given? Why should I put on the whole armour of God? Who is my real enemy? What does the armour of God enable you to do? What additional things should be done? Re-read verse 24, describe your own feelings about Jesus. 2 Peter 3:14-18 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 14:1-4; 1Corinthians 15:12-19; 1Corinthians 15:50-58 What are the requirements for eternal life? (John 3:3-8) Who will inherit eternal life in heaven? (I Peter 1:3-5) What guarantee do you have that your tomorrow is secured? (Ephesians 1:13-14) Christ gave us a promise of tomorrow when we face hardships, what is that promise? (Matthew 5:11-12) We have victory over death when we follow Christ. How then should we live? (1Corinthians 15:56-58) What is our equipment which we must put on in preparation for the coming Christ? If we are putting on armour, does this show our walk with Christ to be an easy or difficult journey? Are you ready for the battles? (1Thessalonians 5:1-11) What are some goals you would like to obtain in fighting against the times in which we live? (Matthew 24:11-14) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

A few steps to help prepare your testimony: 1. Live outside your home. 2. Allow people to see your activities. 3. Let people hear you speak. 4. Follow Jesus in Water Baptism. 5. Rely on the Holy Spirit and His power, boldness, and witness. 6. Write down a description of when you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord and Saviour. 7. Tell Jesus in prayer and others in a corporate worship setting what you wrote down. 8. Tell others what you wrote down as your testimony. 9. Tell a family member who does not know Jesus the transformation Jesus gifted you with. 10. Tell a close friend what you wrote down. 11. Tell your neighbors what you wrote down. Romans 10:12-17; Matthew 5:14-16; Acts 2:36-39; Acts 20:18-24; Luke 24:46-49 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Happy New Year! Welcome to Season 3!! Today we discuss our Scripture of annual meditation. Matt - John 3:30 (1Corinthians 3:9-16) Xavier - Philippians 4:8 (Matthew 24:1-14) Blair - Luke 1:38 Mallory - Colossians 3:23-24 What is the Scripture you will allow God to speak in, too, and through you this 2022? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Matthew 10:32-34, 39 Testimony as a Christian is...a statement of Jesus Christ is to you. My declaration of love for Him and others He so lovingly created. Worship of God is more than singing a song, attending a prayer meeting, or corporate worship service. Matthew 10:28-34; Why is it important that you tell of your love for Christ before others? 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 shows us that beyond pastoral ministry there is a ministry we are all called to...what is yours? What message has been committed to you? Romans 10:1-4, what is to be desired above all else? What areas of your life are you to increase in? Who should be affected by your increased attention? (1Thessalonians 3:11-13) As a result of God's love, what natural emotion will be evident in your life (1John 4:7-11) How do I overcome fear(1John 4:17-19)? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Loving God. Loving yourself. Loving others. Regardless of how others appear, talk, where they come from, what their background is Jesus loves them. We must also love others. The hatred for differences, because of jealousy, or just plain meanness must come to an end. One of the greatest ways to show love is forgiveness/repentance. Matthew 25:31-46 - The dividing of the sheep and goats. Colossians 3:12-17; What qualities am I to enact in my life? What must I do in order to live in the light, 1John 2:9-11? 1John 3:13-15; What does it mean to love other Christians? What does our love for the brotherhood show the world? What does it mean if we fail to love the brotherhood? What would your life look like if you truly loved fellow believers; 1 John 3:16-22? 1John 4:7-13; Why should we love each other? What happens when we love each other? What happens when we love others outside the brotherhood? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Today we discuss worship of the LORD. This is more than singing a song or attending a conference full of like-minded believers. Worship is any/all expression of love we can offer to The King above ALL. Psalm 150 - A Psalm of Worship Matthew 4:1-10; What did Jesus reveal worship to be? According to John 4:19-26; Who does the Father seek to worship Him? Does God place any limitations on what worship is? Hebrews 13:10-16, Is it okay for me to worship and praise God in my heart? Is it acceptable to worship The Father in solitude? When is the right time to praise God? Why is it important to praise the LORD, 1 Peter 2:7-10? In Psalm 103:1-4 there are reasons given for praising the LORD; why do you praise the King above all kings? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 3:14-17 Love is giving your best. Love is giving your all. God is love. How did Christ prove His love for you (John 15:12-13)? Romans 5:5-8; What did you do to earn Christ's love? Matthew 22:36-40; How do you apply the greatest commandment? How do you apply the second commandment? In Deuteronomy 10:12-13, what actions does God expect out of his people? What commandment does God make to those who love Him, John 14:22-24? Ephesians 5:1-2; How am I to live for God? 1 John 4:7-8; What do you need to be in order to love? How is your love for others to affect your relationships with others, 1 John 4:17-21? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

In today's episode, we discuss money as it relates to budgeting, tithing, and giving. To whom does our tithe (10% of our earnings) belong? (Leviticus 27:30) Malachi 3:6-12 - How often has God changed? Does God change? Who changes? Who robs God? Where should the tithe be taken? What is promised to those who tithe? According to 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, What attitude does an unselfish giver have? Give 2 reasons why God blesses you with His abundance: How are ministers, evangelists, prophets, Gospel teachers, and Apostles to be supported (1Corinthians 9:13-14; Galatians 6:6) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

The ordinances of the church are Water Baptism and Holy Communion Water Baptism - O.T. examples - Noah (1Peter 3:18-22) and Moses & the Israelites leaving Egypt (1Corinthians 10:1-3) - N.T. examples Jesus (Matthew 3:13) New believers (Mark 16:16) Holy Communion - 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Who should be baptized? (Mark 16:16) (Romans 6:1-4) What new changes need to take place in your life? What do the bread and cup symbolize (Matthew 26:26-30)? Why did Christ shed His blood? What are we sharing when we participate in communion (1 Corinthians 10:14-17)? (1Corinthians 11:17-34) What happens when someone takes communion in an unworthy manner? Why does the Lord discipline those He loves? Can you avoid the Lord's discipline? Would you want to avoid the Lord's discipline? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Corporate Worship - 1 Peter 2:17; "Honour all people. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the King." What are the attitudes, beliefs, activities, etc. that corporate worship incorporates (1 Thessalonians 1:5-10; 1 Thessalonians 2:10-13; 1 Thessalonians 4:7-12) Was this church/fellowship perfect? Why or why not? (1 Thessalonians 3:9-13) Will you church/fellowship be perfect? What are the characteristics of a good church/corporate fellowship? (1 Thessalonians 5:11-22) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

In this episode, we discuss Family and our family priorities. Order of importance: 1. God 2. Spouse 3. Children 4. Mother, Father, Sister, Brother, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles 5. Fellow Believers = Family of God 6. Work/Job - this includes relationships with people who think differently from you. Read Acts 16:25-34, What promise was given to the jailer if He would believe in Christ? How many people heard the Gospel that night? How many people believed in God? How many people were immediately baptized? In what practical ways is the Christian to love their family? (1Timothy 5:3-8) Ephesians 5:21-33, How am I to treat my spouse (or future spouse/dates)? 1 Peter 3:1-7, How are we to love our spouse? How does a believing spouse win an unbelieving spouse? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Character traits = Courage, Loyalty, Diligence, Modesty, Frugality, Honesty, Meekness, Reverence, Gratitude... Galatians 5:13-25, What 2 influences are contending for control of your life? As a follower of Christ, what have you crucified? According to 1 Timothy 6:3-11, What is the godly person of good character to pursue? How long will it take you to take on the character of God? (2 Corinthians 3:15-18) 1 John 1:8-10, Why is confession essential? What is God's reaction to your confession of sin? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Many people think it is okay to talk differently at work, at home, and around religious/holy people. However, as Christians, we are to talk the same no matter whom we are around. How would your life sound if you applied this thought to your life? Matthew 12:33-37, Proverbs 6:1-5; Proverbs 8:4-11; Proverbs 10:11; Proverbs 18:4-8; Proverbs 21:23; Proverbs 31:32-33; Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 James 3:1-12; Matthew 5:33-37; Colossians 3:8-11; Ephesians 4:25-32; Ephesians 5:15-21; Proverbs 12:17-22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 8:31-36 As described in Philippians 2:3-8, what is Jesus' attitude? What kind of attitude am I to have? According to Colossians 3:1-7, What am I to set my mind upon? Read Philippians 4:6-9; Make a list of qualities I want to find in myself: How can I apply Psalm 119:12-16 to my public and private life? What thoughts distract even the most devout religious person (1 Timothy 1:3-7)? How can you avoid becoming a religious person who does not know Jesus (2 Timothy 2:21-26)? Psalm 101; What do I need to avoid? Whom do you need to look to? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Setting up a flexible routine. What is my current regular routine. (2 Corinthians 5:13-19) In Matthew 26:26; Luke 24:30; John 6:11; what pattern did Jesus set? Routines are shown to us in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, how can you apply these to your life? What is, Galatians 6:1-5, in regards to my daily routine? Who am I responsible to teach and reflect the teachings of Jesus to (Ephesians 6:1-4)? Deuteronomy 6:4-9, says what about teaching children? How my household can be conducted... When did the disciples come together (Acts 20:7)? According to Hebrews10:23-25, whom is it important to gather with? What should we not forsake? What should we always be ready for (Titus 3:1-2)? Titus 3:8, encourages us to maintain what? In my daily life, How do I remain fruitful (Titus 3:14)? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

forebarence (i.e. Patience) = refraining from the enforcement of something; not forcing. What 3 things from these verses stand out to you, about a patient person (Psalm 37:3-8)? In Psalm 40:1-3, What is the result of being patient? According to 1Peter 2:20-22; when do you get zero credit for demonstrating patience? When is God pleased with your patience? When you have developed patience; what other things can grow in your life (Romans 5:1-6)? After reading Romans 15:4-6; who is your source for patience? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

We discuss the virtue of self-control in this Christian growth series. Galatians 5:22-25 - Fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control) In accordance with Romans 12:1-3: -What part of you must be given to God in addition to your heart? -What are you not to duplicate/act upon? -List areas in your personal life that require self-control. According to 1 Corinthians 6:17-20: -Where are you (location) to glorify and/or honour God? -When you become a Christian, what has your body become? -Self-control personally to you as a Christian, means fleeing from what? What are you to pursue (2 Timonthy 2:22-26)? Self-control (Proverbs 16:32 & Proverbs 25:28) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

The book of 1 John is an excellent read when it comes to aligning your will with God's. 1 John 1:1-7 - What is the purpose of this Scripture? What message is declared? What makes you a liar? 1 John 2:3-6 - What happens to those that obey God? How can I tell if I am a follower of Christ? How does a follower of Christ live? 1 John 3: 2-6 - What is sin? Why did Jesus come to earth? What happens if we live in Christ? Why do people constantly sin? 1 John 4:4-6 - Why can followers of Christ overcome the world? Who listens to and gives heed to The Scriptures? 1 John 5:4-8 - Who is able to obey God and defeat sin? List 2 characteristics of an overcomer: What/Who enables you to overcome the world and live according to God's will? Who testifies to the truth of Christ's return? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

We discuss how Biblical Meditation is one way of hearing God's Will. Meditation - a pleasant murmuring of Scripture to yourself; quiet reflection the Words of Scripture, musical repetition of Scripture, prayerful review, communing with God, and worship of God. Psalm 32:8; Psalm 25:8-10; James 1:5-8; Psalm 119:105; Psalm 104:33-34; Proverbs 19:20 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Ways we hear from God summary: 1. Read God's Word, specifically the Bible. 2. Pray (prayer is multi-part. Adoration, Contemplation, Thanksgiving, Supplication) 3. Receive God's knowledge from pastors, prophets, teachers, evangelists 4. Additional ways: Angels, dreams, visions, stories/parables, a donkey (Numbers 22:28)...but not limited to. Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 37:30-31; Psalm 32:8; 1 Peter 2:25; John 10:27; John 10:5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

We discuss knowing God --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

1 Thessalonians 1:3-8 1. Understand God's provision through Christ. (John 10:10) 2. Abiding is my responsibility. (2 Timothy 2:19) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

As a Christian, it is vital to not 'check your brains at the door.' We are to be people who think through our actions, thoughts, and ask God for wisdom. James 1:5; James 4:8; Romans 12:2; 1John 4:4; 2 Corinthians 2:16; Philippians 2:3-16; Ephesians 4:17-24; Titus 1:15-16; Jeremiah 31:33-34; Romans 8:3-8 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Matthew 4:1 - 17 Jesus was tempted (enticed unto sin), yet He was without sin (Hebrews 4:15). 5 understandings about overcoming temptation (1Corinthians 10:13): 1. It will not be easy. 2. Escape of temptation is not to make you comfortable. 3. I must choose to escape temptations. 4. Escaping temptation is a continual process. 5. When you escape temptations they are not banished forever. Proverbs 4:13-15; Luke 22:40, 46; Hebrews 2:9, 17-18; Ephesians 6:13-18; James 2:1-4; James 4:7-8 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Romans 6:1-23 As Christians/followers of Christ there are standards that we abide by that the rest of the world does not. We locate these standards in the Bible and by the Holy Spirit/prayer (which never contradicts the Bible). Now that you are in Christ whom do you not serve? To reckon means to count upon something in spite of how you feel. What are two things are you to reckon (consider) Romans 6:1-23)? To what are you to yield or offer yourself? Whose servant are you now? *Colossians 3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Physical Growth & Spiritual Growth Similarities Scripture References: Matthew 4:4; Deuteronomy 8:3; Hebrews 10:24-25; John:1:1-10; Ephesians 2:8-9 Questions: How should we live (Matthew 4:4)? We gain truth by knowing __________________ (John 17:17). What does Scripture do (2 Timothy 3:16-17)? Why is Scripture memorization important (Psalm 119:11)? Why should we read the Bible (1Peter 2:1-3)? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Luke 13:3 This is not many people's favorite subject, but to grow repentance must be a piece of our daily life. 2 Peter 3:9 What is God's desire for you? Mark 1:15 What did Jesus come preaching? Acts 2:37-38 What is the response of the hearers in this passage? 2 Timothy 2:23-26 How do we recover from the trap (snare) of the devil? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

2 Peter 1:1-11 Faith is defined as "the assurance of things hoped for the evidence (conviction) of things not seen. Faith is not an opinion. Faith is not a "fancy." Faith is not make-believe. According to our Scripture; 2 Peter 1:1-11; what has God given you? What two things can you do now? What do the following mean to you in accordance with today's Scripture: Faith Moral Excellence Knowledge Self-control Patience Godliness Kindness Love --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 21:15-25 Context is important... 1. Do you love Jesus? Deuteronomy 11:13; John 14:15 Love = obedience Ezekiel 34:5-9; Matthew 25:32 = Shepherd 2. Follow Me. John 1:35-43 3. More... Works do not earn anyone salvation. Giving money will not earn salvation. Jesus gifts us Salvation, through Himself alone. He gifted me the Holy Spirit also; whom grants me more to life! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 21:1-14 1. Obedience and Grace What does obedience look like? If we delay to get something done, why do we feel guilty? Luke 12:35-40; Matthew 21:28-31 Grace - Titus 2:11-15; Ephesians 4:1-7; Romans 5:1-5; Hebrews 12:12-15 2. Cast your net Jesus is patient. However, let us not exhaust His patience during our short time on this earth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 20:24-31 What are some reasons you doubt people? Have you ever doubted a leader or instructors instructions? 1. Do not disbelieve, but believe Romans 10:13 2. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed. John14:15-18 3. Many other things 1Corinthians 15:3-8; 1Corinthians 15:20-28 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 20:1-23 Have you ever had a verbal misunderstanding? Misunderstanding can be dangerous. #fakenews -gossip -rumors Proverbs 18:8; Proverbs 20:19; Exodus 20:16; Exodus 23:1 1. After 3 days in the Grave Jesus arose. Alive! The Messiah of the world! 2. The first witness of Jesus alive is a woman. - Appearing to a woman gives credence to all women as blessed & important. - Appearing to a woman, and this fact not being removed from the Bible, shows that the Bible has not been majorly altered. 3. Jesus appears to many of His disciples. Psalm 122; Mark 4:35-39 - Speaks peace over their fear. - Disciples are sent out to the World by Jesus. - Disciples are gifted the Holy Spirit - Forgiveness/Repentance --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 19:38-42 Secret followers revealed: Joseph and Nicodemus 1 Peter 4:16-17; Romans 1:16-17; Romans 16:25-27 Customs observed Hebrews 8:1-6; Hebrews 9: 11-15 A new tomb --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 19:1-22 1. Assessment of how I treat Jesus. a. Adornment (Matthew 6:26-31; Philippians 2:6-9) b.Works of your own hands (Matthew 15:1-9) c.Verbal Praise (1Samuel 15:22) 2. Pilate's response to Jesus 3. Arguing over a sign --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 18:19-24 1. He spoke publicly. Jesus does not operate in secret. Isaiah 40:9-31 2. Violence begins. Jesus struck in public. Isaiah 53:3-8 3. Kingdom of Jesus was not of this world 2000+ years ago. Jesus' Kingdom is not of this world today. (Zechariah 7:8-13; John 14:2) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 18:1-11; 15-18; 25-27 Have you ever been betray? Been a coward? Denied a truth? How to be a friend I desire to have: 1. Accept God's help. 2. Think before speaking or committing to an action 3. Forgive freely 4. Pay restitution 5. Learn Shortcuts always hurt: So, accept the rigorous and pain laden journey ahead. Galatians 1:6-9 Matthew 6:34 Philippians 4:14 Romans 8:18-19 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

Christ has given us_______ (Himself) (Intimacy with God) Genesis1:26 (Sanctification) (Knowledge)Leviticus 20:7-8; Hebrews 2:11-12 (Love) (God's Name) Importance of God's Name (Genesis 32:24-30) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 16:20-33 The World is filled with trouble. Be courageous. The future is to come. Be courageous Others will be surrounded and limited by fear. Be courageous. Joshua 1:9; Ephesians 6:10-12 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 16:1-15 1. Jesus gives us a warning about the dangers, pain, sufferings in this world. (Acts 9:1-6) Jesus gives a solution to His warning, which is to cling to Jesus. (Romans 1:16) (Philippians 1:15-21) 2. Sin 3. Righteousness 4. Judgement Matthew 12:36-37; Psalm 19:14; Mark 8:38 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 15:13-27 1. I am no longer a servant, I am a friend of God. - I prove I am a friend of God most when I love others. (1Corinthians 13:4-8) 2. The World is a hate-filled place. - The world even hates their own. Romans 12:19, Hebrews 10:30-36 3. We get a helper. - The Holy Spirit helps us day to day. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 15:1-12 To Abide Not Abiding Benefits of Abiding Greatest Part of Abiding --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 14:22-31 1. Manifestation of Christ. - Mark 4:12 2. War, Stress, difficult times - Psalms 4:8, Psalms 29:11; Psalms 37:11 3. Peace - Isaiah 9:6-7; Proverbs 16:7 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message

John 14:12-18 Jesus teaches about: 1. The miraculous Romans 12:4-9; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 2. Ask anything in my (Jesus') name Matthew 7:7-8; Deuteronomy 10:17-19; 2 Chronicles 19:7; Proverbs 17:23; Proverbs 29:4 a. Context b. In Whose name do I pray? c. It will be done. d. Request and answer glorify God Matthew 6:33 3. Loving Jesus means keeping His commands. 4. Jesus will not leave us alone; He gives us The Holy Spirit. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mattrolo/message