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Unity in Community, part 3God's Gospel for the WorldRomans 14:13-23Dr. Ken MitchellWestside Chapel | May 11, 2025

Dios te llama a la mision. Robert Armendariz director ejecutivo de Urban Outreach habla como llevar el evangelio a nuestra ciudad y comunidad. Mensaje basado en Genesis 12: 1-3God calls us to the mission. Robert Armendariz  executive director of Urban outreach talks about how to take the gospel to our city and communities. Message based on Genesis 12: 1-3To discover more messages of hope go to tallowood.org/sermons/.Follow us on Instagram, X, and YouTube @tallowoodbc.Follow us on FaceBook @tallowoodbaptist

In a world filled with conflicting voices, shifting opinions, and temporary comforts--where can we find unwavering truth? The answer is found in the Word of God. Scripture is not just a collection of religious writings--it is the very breath of God, wholly sufficient for guiding us in every aspect of life.God's Word is the source of all true wisdom. The wisdom of the world is fleeting and often misguided, but the wisdom of God is eternal. Proverbs chapter 2, verse 6 declares, "For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding." When we seek direction in decision-making, relationships, or trials--we must look first to the Scriptures, for in them, God has given us everything we need for life and godliness. Second Peter chapter 1, verse 3God's Word is the source of all true comfort. When our hearts are troubled, where do we turn? Many look for relief in entertainment, relationships, or distractions--yet true and lasting comfort is found only in the promises of God. Psalm chapter 119, verse 50 says, "My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life." The Word assures us of God's unchanging love, His sovereign control over our circumstances, and His faithfulness to sustain us through every trial.God's Word is the source of ultimate truth. In an age where truth is often subjective, the Bible stands as the unchanging, absolute truth of God. Jesus declared, "Sanctify them by the truth; Your Word is truth." John chapter 17, verse 17. The Word of God exposes sin, reveals Christ, and teaches us how to live a holy life. If we neglect it, we risk being led astray by the deception of the world.We must apply God's Word to every aspect

Israel is God's PheonixGod's Future for Israel, part 3God's Gospel for the WorldRomans 11:25-32Dr. Ken MitchellWestside Chapel | February 2, 2025

Support Common Prayer Daily @ PatreonVisit our Website for more www.commonprayerdaily.com_______________Opening Words:The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth.John 1:14 Confession:Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God. Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen. Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The InvitatoryLord, open our lips.And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Alleluia. Jubilate (Psalm 100)Alleluia. To us a child is born: O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *serve the Lord with gladnessand come before his presence with a song.Know this: The Lord himself is God; *he himself has made us, and we are his;we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.Enter his gates with thanksgiving;go into his courts with praise; *give thanks to him and call upon his Name.For the Lord is good;his mercy is everlasting; *and his faithfulness endures from age to age.Alleluia. To us a child is born: O come, let us adore him. Alleluia. The PsalterPsalm 46God is our refuge and strength, *a very present help in trouble.2Therefore we will not fear, though the earth be moved, *and though the mountains be toppled into the depths of the sea;3Though its waters rage and foam, *and though the mountains tremble at its tumult.4The Lord of hosts is with us; *the God of Jacob is our stronghold.5There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, *the holy habitation of the Most High.6God is in the midst of her;she shall not be overthrown; *God shall help her at the break of day.7The nations make much ado, and the kingdoms are shaken; *God has spoken, and the earth shall melt away.8The Lord of hosts is with us; *the God of Jacob is our stronghold.9Come now and look upon the works of the Lord, *what awesome things he has done on earth.10It is he who makes war to cease in all the world; *he breaks the bow, and shatters the spear,and burns the shields with fire.11“Be still, then, and know that I am God; *I will be exalted among the nations;I will be exalted in the earth.”12The Lord of hosts is with us; *the God of Jacob is our stronghold. Psalm 48Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *in the city of our God is his holy hill.2Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the hill of Zion, *the very center of the world and the city of the great King.3God is in her citadels; *he is known to be her sure refuge.4Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *and marched forward together.5They looked and were astounded; *they retreated and fled in terror.6Trembling seized them there; *they writhed like a woman in childbirth,like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.7As we have heard, so have we seen,in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *God has established her for ever.8We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *in the midst of your temple.9Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to the world's end; *your right hand is full of justice.10Let Mount Zion be gladand the cities of Judah rejoice, *because of your judgments.11Make the circuit of Zion;walk round about her; *count the number of her towers.12Consider well her bulwarks;examine her strongholds; *that you may tell those who come after.13This God is our God for ever and ever; *he shall be our guide for evermore. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. LessonsIsaiah 26:1-9A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah.In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah:    “We have a strong city;        he sets up salvation        as walls and bulwarks.    Open the gates,        that the righteous nation that keeps faith may enter in.    You keep him in perfect peace        whose mind is stayed on you,        because he trusts in you.    Trust in the Lord forever,        for the Lord God is an everlasting rock.    For he has humbled        the inhabitants of the height,        the lofty city.    He lays it low, lays it low to the ground,        casts it to the dust.    The foot tramples it,        the feet of the poor,        the steps of the needy.”            The path of the righteous is level;        you make level the way of the righteous.    In the path of your judgments,        O Lord, we wait for you;    your name and remembrance        are the desire of our soul.    My soul yearns for you in the night;        my spirit within me earnestly seeks you.    For when your judgments are in the earth,        the inhabitants of the world learn righteousness. The Word of the Lord.Thanks Be To God. Te Deum laudamusYou are God: we praise you;You are the Lord: we acclaim you;You are the eternal Father:All creation worships you.To you all angels, all the powers of heaven, Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,heaven and earth are full of your glory.The glorious company of apostles praise you.The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.The white-robed army of martyrs praise you. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;Father, of majesty unbounded,your true and only Son, worthy of all worship, and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.You, Christ, are the king of glory, the eternal Son of the Father.When you became man to set us free you did not shun the Virgin's womb. You overcame the sting of deathand opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers. You are seated at God's right hand in glory.We believe that you will come and be our judge.Come then, Lord, and help your people, bought with the price of your own blood, and bring us with your saintsto glory everlasting. 2 Cor. 5:16-6:2A Reading from the Second Letter to the Corinthians.From now on, therefore, we regard no one according to the flesh. Even though we once regarded Christ according to the flesh, we regard him thus no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.  Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For he says,    “In a favorable time I listened to you,        and in a day of salvation I have helped you.”              Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation. The Word of the Lord.Thanks Be To God. Benedictus Dominus DeusBlessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; * he has come to his people and set them free.He has raised up for us a mighty savior, * born of the house of his servant David.Through his holy prophets he promised of old, that he would save us from our enemies, * from the hands of all who hate us. He promised to show mercy to our fathers * and to remember his holy covenant. This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, * to set us free from the hands of our enemies, Free to worship him without fear, * holy and righteous in his sight all the days of our life.You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, * for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way, To give his people knowledge of salvation * by the forgiveness of their sins.In the tender compassion of our God * the dawn from on high shall break upon us, To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, * and to guide our feet into the way of peace.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersThe Lord be with you.And also with you.Let us pray.Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. Suffrages AV. Show us your mercy, O Lord;R. And grant us your salvation.V. Clothe your ministers with righteousness; R. Let your people sing with joy.V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;R. For only in you can we live in safety. V. Lord, keep this nation under your care;R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.V. Let your way be known upon earth;R. Your saving health among all nations.V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;R. And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.   The CollectsCollect of the DayAlmighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Daily Collects:A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries, through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceO Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Take a moment of silence at this time to reflect and pray for others. Collect of Saint BasilO Christ God, Who art worshipped and glorified at every place and time; Who art long-suffering, most merciful and compassionate; Who lovest the righteous and art merciful to sinners; Who callest all to salvation with the promise of good things to come: receive, Lord, the prayers we now offer, and direct our lives in the way of Thy commandments. Sanctify our souls, cleanse our bodies, correct our thoughts, purify our minds and deliver us from all affliction, evil and illness. Surround us with Thy holy angels, that guarded and instructed by their forces, we may reach unity of faith and the understanding of Thine unapproachable glory: for blessed art Thou unto ages of ages. Amen. A Prayer of St. John ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. DismissalLet us bless the LordThanks be to God! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen

Author J.R.R. Tolkien once wrote, “A man that flies from his fear may find that he only has taken a shortcut to meet it.” In this message, Chip will help us confront this intimidating emotion as he continues his series, Experiencing God's Presence. Learn from Psalm 46 what we, as Jesus' followers, can do to stand our ground when feelings of fear come.Main PointsLife Lessons from Psalm 46:We don’t have to be afraid because God is “for us.” -Psalm 46:1-3God's presence provides an unlimited supply of joy, protection, security, and deliverance, even in the midst of our most severe adversity. -Psalm 46:4-7God implores us to come and experience His presence in our times of greatest need. -Psalm 46:8-10God’s presence sustains us moment by moment as we learn to trust Him. -Psalm 46:11Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3 Message Notes Additional Resource MentionsGospel of John Truth Cards About Chip IngramChip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.About Living on the EdgeLiving on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

THE WAY WHEREIN WE WALK - 1 - Jeremiah 42:3God has made a way for us - and He has shown us how to walk therein. Directly from the word of God we find out how to walk in God's way. Walk worthy. Worthy of God. Worthy of God's way. How are you walking? Get your Bible, listen, and be blessed…For more of That's The Truth! :https://godly.tv/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa0NAl8n9-Iuq7gO2LHFZSg/featuredArchive of preaching videos on YouTubehttps://www.facebook.com/LinkedWithGodLive stream every Sundayhttps://tttpodcast.lifeAudio recordings of sermons free to listen and downloadhttps://livingbreadoflife.wordpress.comA daily blog of KJV Bible verseshttps://live365.com/station/That-s-The-Truth--a70520Internet radio station with non-stop around the clock preaching

"Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http://schema.org/","@id":"https://straighttruth.net/miraculous-gifts-today-debating-cessationism-vs-continuationism-pt-1/#arve-youtube-bi3p0typ94c65fed55905895416685054","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bI3P0TYp94c?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1","thumbnailUrl":"https://straighttruth.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/STP-S28-EP01-Do-We-Still-Need-Miraculous-Gifts-Today-Pt1.jpg","uploadDate":"2024-03-21","description":"Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesFor further thought on this, consider listening to the following sermons:Cessationism Demonstrated & Defended - Parts 1 & 2Variety But Unity - Parts 1 & 2The Gift of Prophecy - Parts 1, 2 & 3God's Holy WordFrom Partial to Perfect "Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http://schema.org/","@id":"https://straighttruth.net/miraculous-gifts-today-debating-cessationism-vs-continuationism-pt-1/#arve-vimeo-92029687665fed55906420323661706","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https://player.vimeo.com/video/920296876?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1","thumbnailUrl":"https://straighttruth.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/STP-S28-EP01-Do-We-Still-Need-Miraculous-Gifts-Today-Pt1.jpg","uploadDate":"2024-03-21","description":"Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Miraculous Gifts Today | Debating Cessationism vs. Continuationism Pt. 1This week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot wants to talk with Dr. Richard Caldwell about a couple of words he refers to as $5 words. These words he refers to are cessationism and continuationism. But what do these words mean? In these words, we find root words that mean to cease and to continue. But biblically speaking, what are we talking about when these words are used? When someone uses these words, it's meant to describe a theological position. The position involves a disagreement among Christians as to whether spiritual gifts remain operational within the church or whether the operation of spiritual gifts ceased with the Apostolic Age or sometime shortly afterward. Would you like to learn more about this? Join us and listen in as Dr. Caldwell and Dr. Philpot seek to help us better understand this terminology used to describe what Christians believe the Bible teaches regarding the ceasing and continuing operation of spiritual gifts.To start us off, Dr. Caldwell provides some helpful clarification. When he talks about cessationism, it's really only about one category of spiritual gifts. Dr. Caldwell does not use this word to imply that none of the spiritual gifts function today. He sees the New Testament as categorizing spiritual gifts into two different groups. One group consists of the apostolic sign gifts that would be temporary. The other group is edifying gifts meant to be permanent for the church and are further categorized into speaking and serving gifts. So what he says, as a cessationist, is that this one category of gifts being chiefly associated with the Apostles belonged to the Apostolic Era as significant signs, and they are no longer functioning today. But, a continuationist would say no, all of the gifts are still in operation, including those of a miraculous nature,

Pursued By God - Hosea 1:2-3, Hosea 2:14-23, Hosea 3:1-3God pursues us because of our sin.God redeems our failures by His pursuit.God continues to pursue us when we walk away.

Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you." Jn 15:3God's Word is like a prescription from your doctor. You don't have to understand how the medication works-you just have to faithfully keep taking it. Something amazing happens when you feed regularly on God's Word.Temptation begins to lose power, and overcoming strength begins to replace it.Each time a Scripture opens up and becomes real to you, your desire for God's Word increases. But that means reading your Bible even when you don't feel like it, or think you don't have time to do it, or you don't seem to be getting much out of it. The Bible says: "As the rain and snow come down from heaven and stay upon the ground to water the earth, and cause the grain to grow and to produce seed for the farmer and bread for the hungry, so also is my Word...it always produces fruit.It shall accomplish all I want it to" (Isa 55:10-11 TLB). You don't have to have certain sensations to know that God's Word is working in you. Indeed, Bible reading will keep you from sin, and sin will keep you from Bible reading. After his affair with Bathsheba, David wrote, "I have thought much about your words and stored them in my heart so that they would hold me back from sin" (Ps 119:11 TLB). Jesus said, "Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you." Are you tired of living in defeat? Then bathe your mind each day in God's Word. Let it flow over you until every vestige of sin and carnality is washed away.Support the showChanging Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!

Since we are all going to die, we should start practicing for it. In this message, Pastor Jamie Nunnally shares how to practice for eternity. Philippians 4:9 "What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you."Practice brings peace. Do you want peace when you think about the end of your life? Practice for eternity now. What does the bible say about practicing for eternity?1. This life is not all that there is.After this life. We have one of two possible destinations: heaven or hell. This means heaven and hell are not the "afterlife," earth is the "beforelife." And eternity is not in the future, its already begun.Matthew 25:31-34; 41; 46 John 14:1-3God is a good father and heaven is a good gift. Trust Him.For the Christian, the worst case scenario is eternal bliss. 2. God's judgement is real, and God's decisions are just.Hebrew 9:27 CEV "We die only once, and then we are judged."Heaven and hell are a result of your relationship—you will go where your family is.Hell was not made for people and it is not God's desire for anyone to go there.1 Timothy 2:4There is more than enough room – God is not looking for ways to keep people out.No one who should be in heaven will be hell, and no one who should be in hell will be in heaven. God is a righteous judge.God is not being mean when he sends someone to hell. He is simply granting them their wish. 3. Salvation—including eternity in heaven—is by grace through faith, not works.One of the biggest lies out there is that good people go to heaven.Ephesians 2:8-10 NIV "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."The salvation equation: Grace + Faith = Salvation + WorksWe don't work to get saved, but once we're saved we get to work. 4. Those who think the most of the next life will do the most in this life.Psalm 39:4Everyone is trying to get into heaven, but God is trying to get heaven into you.Ephesians 5:16-17 "Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don't act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do."How you live today determines how you're remembered tomorrow. Are you practicing for eternity?

Support Common Prayer Daily @ PatreonVisit our Website for more www.commonprayerdaily.com_______________CandlemasO Lord, how manifold are your works! in wisdom you have made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.Psalm 104:25 (BCP) ConfessionOfficiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.Officiant: Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen. The Lord's PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Invitatory & PsalmsOfficiant: O God, make speed to save us. People: O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant & People: Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. O Gracious Light Phos hilaronO gracious Light, pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven, O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!Now as we come to the setting of the sun, and our eyes behold the vesper light, we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices, O Son of God, O Giver of life,and to be glorified through all the worlds. Psalm 48 Magnus Dominus1Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *in the city of our God is his holy hill.2Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the hill of Zion, *the very center of the world and the city of the great King.3God is in her citadels; *he is known to be her sure refuge.4Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *and marched forward together.5They looked and were astounded; *they retreated and fled in terror.6Trembling seized them there; *they writhed like a woman in childbirth,like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.7As we have heard, so have we seen,in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *God has established her for ever.8We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *in the midst of your temple.9Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to the world's end; *your right hand is full of justice.10Let Mount Zion be gladand the cities of Judah rejoice, *because of your judgments.11Make the circuit of Zion;walk round about her; *count the number of her towers.12Consider well her bulwarks;examine her strongholds; *that you may tell those who come after.13This God is our God for ever and ever; *he shall be our guide for evermore. Psalm 134 Ecce nunc1Behold now, bless the Lord, all you servants of the Lord, *you that stand by night in the house of the Lord.2Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the Lord; *the Lord who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The LessonsHaggai 2:1-9 English Standard VersionIn the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by the hand of Haggai the prophet: “Speak now to Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to all the remnant of the people, and say, ‘Who is left among you who saw this house in its former glory? How do you see it now? Is it not as nothing in your eyes? Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, declares the Lord. Be strong, O Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land, declares the Lord. Work, for I am with you, declares the Lord of hosts, according to the covenant that I made with you when you came out of Egypt. My Spirit remains in your midst. Fear not. For thus says the Lord of hosts: Yet once more, in a little while, I will shake the heavens and the earth and the sea and the dry land. And I will shake all nations, so that the treasures of all nations shall come in, and I will fill this house with glory, says the Lord of hosts. The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, declares the Lord of hosts. The latter glory of this house shall be greater than the former, says the Lord of hosts. And in this place I will give peace, declares the Lord of hosts.'”Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. The Song of Mary - MagnificatMy soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior; * for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant From this day all generations will call me blessed: * the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him * in every generation.He has shown the strength of his arm, * he has scattered the proud in their conceit.He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, * and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, * and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel, * for he has remembered his promise of mercy, The promise he made to our fathers, * to Abraham and his children for ever.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as It was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. 1 John 3:1-8 English Standard VersionSee what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure.Everyone who makes a practice of sinning also practices lawlessness; sin is lawlessness. You know that he appeared in order to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. No one who abides in him keeps on sinning; no one who keeps on sinning has either seen him or known him. Little children, let no one deceive you. Whoever practices righteousness is righteous, as he is righteous. Whoever makes a practice of sinning is of the devil, for the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil.Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. The Song of Simeon - Nunc dimittisLord, you now have set your servant free * to go in peace as you have promised; For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, * whom you have prepared for all the world to see: A Light to enlighten the nations, * and the glory of your people Israel.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersOfficiant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Officiant: Let us pray The SuffragesThat this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful, We entreat you, O Lord.That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses, We entreat you, O Lord.That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ, We entreat you, O Lord.Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others. Candlemas (BCP 1979)Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.A Collect for PeaceMost holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.A Collect for Aid against PerilsBe our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.For MissionKeep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen. ThanksgivingsThe General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.A Prayer of St. ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. ConclusionMay the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. - Romans 15:13

Support Common Prayer Daily @ PatreonVisit our Website for more www.commonprayerdaily.com_______________The Second Week of AdventThe glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.Isaiah 40:5 ConfessionOfficiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.Officiant: Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen. The Lord's PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Invitatory & PsalmsOfficiant: O God, make speed to save us. People: O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant & People: Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. In AdventOur King and Savior now draws near: Come let us adore him. Venite Psalm 95:1-7Come, let us sing to the Lord; *let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving * and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.For the Lord is a great God, *and a great King above all gods.In his hand are the caverns of the earth, * and the heights of the hills are his also.The sea is his, for he made it, *and his hands have molded the dry land.Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, * and kneel before the Lord our Maker.For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. * Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice! Psalm 48 Magnus Dominus1Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *in the city of our God is his holy hill.2Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the hill of Zion, *the very center of the world and the city of the great King.3God is in her citadels; *he is known to be her sure refuge.4Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *and marched forward together.5They looked and were astounded; *they retreated and fled in terror.6Trembling seized them there; *they writhed like a woman in childbirth,like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.7As we have heard, so have we seen,in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *God has established her for ever.8We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *in the midst of your temple.9Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to the world's end; *your right hand is full of justice.10Let Mount Zion be gladand the cities of Judah rejoice, *because of your judgments.11Make the circuit of Zion;walk round about her; *count the number of her towers.12Consider well her bulwarks;examine her strongholds; *that you may tell those who come after.13This God is our God for ever and ever; *he shall be our guide for evermore. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The LessonsIsaiah 9:18-10:4 English Standard VersionFor wickedness burns like a fire;    it consumes briers and thorns;it kindles the thickets of the forest,    and they roll upward in a column of smoke.Through the wrath of the Lord of hosts    the land is scorched,and the people are like fuel for the fire;    no one spares another.They slice meat on the right, but are still hungry,    and they devour on the left, but are not satisfied;each devours the flesh of his own arm,Manasseh devours Ephraim, and Ephraim devours Manasseh;    together they are against Judah.For all this his anger has not turned away,    and his hand is stretched out still.Woe to those who decree iniquitous decrees,    and the writers who keep writing oppression,to turn aside the needy from justice    and to rob the poor of my people of their right,that widows may be their spoil,    and that they may make the fatherless their prey!What will you do on the day of punishment,    in the ruin that will come from afar?To whom will you flee for help,    and where will you leave your wealth?Nothing remains but to crouch among the prisoners    or fall among the slain.For all this his anger has not turned away,    and his hand is stretched out still.Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. You are God(Te Deum laudamus)You are God: we praise you;You are the Lord: we acclaim you;You are the eternal Father:All creation worships you.To you all angels, all the powers of heaven, Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,heaven and earth are full of your glory.The glorious company of apostles praise you.The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.The white-robed army of martyrs praise you. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;Father, of majesty unbounded,your true and only Son, worthy of all worship, and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.You, Christ, are the king of glory, the eternal Son of the Father.When you became man to set us free you did not shun the Virgin's womb. You overcame the sting of death and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers. You are seated at God's right hand in glory.We believe that you will come and be our judge.Come then, Lord, and help your people, bought with the price of your own blood, and bring us with your saints to glory everlasting. Mark 3:7-19 English Standard VersionJesus withdrew with his disciples to the sea, and a great crowd followed, from Galilee and Judea and Jerusalem and Idumea and from beyond the Jordan and from around Tyre and Sidon. When the great crowd heard all that he was doing, they came to him. And he told his disciples to have a boat ready for him because of the crowd, lest they crush him, for he had healed many, so that all who had diseases pressed around him to touch him. And whenever the unclean spirits saw him, they fell down before him and cried out, “You are the Son of God.” And he strictly ordered them not to make him known.And he went up on the mountain and called to him those whom he desired, and they came to him. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach and have authority to cast out demons. He appointed the twelve: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter); James the son of Zebedee and John the brother of James (to whom he gave the name Boanerges, that is, Sons of Thunder); Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him.Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. A Song of Praise(Benedictus es, Domine Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34)Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; * you are worthy of praise; glory to you.Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; * we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; * on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; * we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.Glory to you, beholding the depths; * in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; * we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever. The CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersOfficiant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Officiant: Let us pray The SuffragesShow us your mercy, O Lord;And grant us your salvation.Clothe your ministers with righteousness;Let your people sing with joy.Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;For only in you can we live in safety. Lord, keep this nation under your care;And guide us in the way of justice and truth. Let your way be known upon earth; Your saving health among all nations. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten; Nor the hope of the poor be taken away. Create in us clean hearts, O God; And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others. The Second Week of AdventBlessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.A Collect for PeaceO God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.A Collect for GraceLord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.For MissionAlmighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. ThanksgivingsThe General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.A Prayer of St. ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. ConclusionThe grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Support Common Prayer Daily @ PatreonVisit our Website for more www.commonprayerdaily.com_______________The First Week of AdventThe glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.Isaiah 40:5 ConfessionOfficiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.Officiant: Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen. The Lord's PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Invitatory & PsalmsOfficiant: O God, make speed to save us. People: O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant & People: Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. O Gracious Light Phos hilaronO gracious Light, pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven, O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!Now as we come to the setting of the sun, and our eyes behold the vesper light, we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices, O Son of God, O Giver of life,and to be glorified through all the worlds. Psalm 48 Magnus Dominus1Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *in the city of our God is his holy hill.2Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the hill of Zion, *the very center of the world and the city of the great King.3God is in her citadels; *he is known to be her sure refuge.4Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *and marched forward together.5They looked and were astounded; *they retreated and fled in terror.6Trembling seized them there; *they writhed like a woman in childbirth,like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.7As we have heard, so have we seen,in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *God has established her for ever.8We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *in the midst of your temple.9Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to the world's end; *your right hand is full of justice.10Let Mount Zion be gladand the cities of Judah rejoice, *because of your judgments.11Make the circuit of Zion;walk round about her; *count the number of her towers.12Consider well her bulwarks;examine her strongholds; *that you may tell those who come after.13This God is our God for ever and ever; *he shall be our guide for evermore. Psalm 126 - In convertendo1When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *then were we like those who dream.2Then was our mouth filled with laughter, *and our tongue with shouts of joy.3Then they said among the nations, *“The Lord has done great things for them.”4The Lord has done great things for us, *and we are glad indeed.5Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *like the watercourses of the Negev.6Those who sowed with tears *will reap with songs of joy.7Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The LessonsIsaiah 62 - English Standard VersionFor Zion's sake I will not keep silent,    and for Jerusalem's sake I will not be quiet,until her righteousness goes forth as brightness,    and her salvation as a burning torch.The nations shall see your righteousness,    and all the kings your glory,and you shall be called by a new name    that the mouth of the Lord will give.You shall be a crown of beauty in the hand of the Lord,    and a royal diadem in the hand of your God.You shall no more be termed Forsaken,    and your land shall no more be termed Desolate,but you shall be called My Delight Is in Her,    and your land Married;for the Lord delights in you,    and your land shall be married.For as a young man marries a young woman,    so shall your sons marry you,and as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride,    so shall your God rejoice over you.On your walls, O Jerusalem,    I have set watchmen;all the day and all the night    they shall never be silent.You who put the Lord in remembrance,    take no rest,and give him no rest    until he establishes Jerusalem    and makes it a praise in the earth.The Lord has sworn by his right hand    and by his mighty arm:“I will not again give your grain    to be food for your enemies,and foreigners shall not drink your wine    for which you have labored;but those who garner it shall eat it    and praise the Lord,and those who gather it shall drink it    in the courts of my sanctuary.”Go through, go through the gates;    prepare the way for the people;build up, build up the highway;    clear it of stones;    lift up a signal over the peoples.Behold, the Lord has proclaimed    to the end of the earth:Say to the daughter of Zion,    “Behold, your salvation comes;behold, his reward is with him,    and his recompense before him.”And they shall be called The Holy People,    The Redeemed of the Lord;and you shall be called Sought Out,    A City Not Forsaken.Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. The Song of Mary - MagnificatMy soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior; * for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant From this day all generations will call me blessed: * the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him * in every generation.He has shown the strength of his arm, * he has scattered the proud in their conceit.He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, * and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, * and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel, * for he has remembered his promise of mercy, The promise he made to our fathers, * to Abraham and his children for ever.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *as It was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Matthew 25:1-13 - English Standard Version“Then the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. For when the foolish took their lamps, they took no oil with them, but the wise took flasks of oil with their lamps. As the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and slept. But at midnight there was a cry, ‘Here is the bridegroom! Come out to meet him.' Then all those virgins rose and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.' But the wise answered, saying, ‘Since there will not be enough for us and for you, go rather to the dealers and buy for yourselves.' And while they were going to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the marriage feast, and the door was shut. Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open to us.' But he answered, ‘Truly, I say to you, I do not know you.' Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God. The Song of Simeon - Nunc dimittisLord, you now have set your servant free * to go in peace as you have promised; For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, * whom you have prepared for all the world to see: A Light to enlighten the nations, * and the glory of your people Israel.Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The PrayersOfficiant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Officiant: Let us pray The SuffragesThat this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful, We entreat you, O Lord.That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses, We entreat you, O Lord.That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ, We entreat you, O Lord.That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ, We entreat you, O Lord.Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others. The First Week of AdventAlmighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.A Collect for PeaceMost holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.A Collect for Aid against PerilsBe our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.For MissionKeep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen. ThanksgivingsThe General ThanksgivingAlmighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.A Prayer of St. ChrysostomAlmighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. ConclusionMay the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. - Romans 15:13

The Glory of God series message 3God's glory is the brilliance of His essence and sum of His attributes. Chief among His attributes is ‘HOLY' - the threefold angelic declaration being reserved for it alone. Scripture tells us that God is wholly set apart and ‘other than' - our worship, and everything we do should reflect this vital truth.

Greetings, friends. Matthew Adams here. In a world overflowing with noise, there's a distinct voice that rises above all: God's. And what's incredible? He's eager to share His profound secrets with us. All we need to do is ask. Sounds simple, right? Yet, so many of us struggle to discern His voice amidst the clamor. Let's delve deep into Jeremiah's words and discover the timeless truth behind hearing from God.Scripture:[The Lord said,] “Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come.” — JEREMIAH 33:3God is extending an open invitation. An offer without expiration. This isn't a limited-time event but an eternal promise. He's ready to share, but are we prepared to ask? The journey from questioning to understanding is paved with anticipation, humility, and a fervent desire to draw nearer to Him.The Power Of God's Whisper is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber.Point 1: A Personal Invitation“Ask me.” Think about this - the Creator of the universe desires a conversation with YOU. You don't need to be a prophet like Jeremiah or a mighty king; you just need to be His child with a heart open to His revelations. Remember, in Christ, we all possess a direct line to the Father, and He is more than willing to share if we just approach Him.Point 2: The Nature of God's SecretsThese aren't mere whispers in the wind. God's secrets are revelations that have the power to transform lives and shape destinies. He desires to share His vision, His wisdom, and His plans with us. But He looks for hearts willing to be molded, minds eager to understand, and spirits ready to act upon His word.Point 3: The Glimpses of TomorrowThough God might not lay out every step of our life's journey, He promises insight into His overarching plan. He plants dreams, bestows visions, and instills hope. These snippets of the future aren't meant to satiate our curiosity but to align our path with His purpose. It's about the journey and destination, intertwined in His grand design.Conclusion:Hearing God's voice is more than just an auditory experience. It's a transformative encounter with the divine. It's an intimate conversation that nourishes the soul. The beauty of this dialogue lies in its simplicity - all we need to do is ask, and He's ready to answer.Call to Action:My challenge for all of you tuning in: Take a moment today, silence the external noises, and just ask Him. Start the dialogue, and let God unveil His mysteries to you. Engage with Him, be receptive, and let Him fill you with awe and wonder.Prayer:Heavenly Father, I come to You with a heart full of anticipation. Lord, I desire to hear from You, to uncover the secrets You've lovingly prepared to share. Immerse me in Your presence, give me the grace to listen intently, and guide my steps according to Your divine purpose. Thank You for the privilege of conversation. Amen.It's Matthew Adams signing off, but let's keep this conversation with God alive. Remember, He's always waiting to share, always eager to speak, always yearning for your attention. Until next time, may your heart be ever receptive to the divine whisper. Blessings!Thank you for reading The Power Of God's Whisper. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to My Reasons To Believe at myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Greetings, friends. Matthew Adams here. In a world overflowing with noise, there's a distinct voice that rises above all: God's. And what's incredible? He's eager to share His profound secrets with us. All we need to do is ask. Sounds simple, right? Yet, so many of us struggle to discern His voice amidst the clamor. Let's delve deep into Jeremiah's words and discover the timeless truth behind hearing from God.Scripture:[The Lord said,] “Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come.” — JEREMIAH 33:3God is extending an open invitation. An offer without expiration. This isn't a limited-time event but an eternal promise. He's ready to share, but are we prepared to ask? The journey from questioning to understanding is paved with anticipation, humility, and a fervent desire to draw nearer to Him.The Power Of God's Whisper is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber.Point 1: A Personal Invitation“Ask me.” Think about this - the Creator of the universe desires a conversation with YOU. You don't need to be a prophet like Jeremiah or a mighty king; you just need to be His child with a heart open to His revelations. Remember, in Christ, we all possess a direct line to the Father, and He is more than willing to share if we just approach Him.Point 2: The Nature of God's SecretsThese aren't mere whispers in the wind. God's secrets are revelations that have the power to transform lives and shape destinies. He desires to share His vision, His wisdom, and His plans with us. But He looks for hearts willing to be molded, minds eager to understand, and spirits ready to act upon His word.Point 3: The Glimpses of TomorrowThough God might not lay out every step of our life's journey, He promises insight into His overarching plan. He plants dreams, bestows visions, and instills hope. These snippets of the future aren't meant to satiate our curiosity but to align our path with His purpose. It's about the journey and destination, intertwined in His grand design.Conclusion:Hearing God's voice is more than just an auditory experience. It's a transformative encounter with the divine. It's an intimate conversation that nourishes the soul. The beauty of this dialogue lies in its simplicity - all we need to do is ask, and He's ready to answer.Call to Action:My challenge for all of you tuning in: Take a moment today, silence the external noises, and just ask Him. Start the dialogue, and let God unveil His mysteries to you. Engage with Him, be receptive, and let Him fill you with awe and wonder.Prayer:Heavenly Father, I come to You with a heart full of anticipation. Lord, I desire to hear from You, to uncover the secrets You've lovingly prepared to share. Immerse me in Your presence, give me the grace to listen intently, and guide my steps according to Your divine purpose. Thank You for the privilege of conversation. Amen.It's Matthew Adams signing off, but let's keep this conversation with God alive. Remember, He's always waiting to share, always eager to speak, always yearning for your attention. Until next time, may your heart be ever receptive to the divine whisper. Blessings!Thank you for reading The Power Of God's Whisper. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to My Reasons To Believe at myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

“Chill Out”                 Exodus 20:8-11, Genesis 2:1-3God's word calls to reset regular resting and seek renewal in Him.________________________________________Summer ResetLife in our modern world can be a real challenge. Things like worry, stress, and anxiety seem to plague so many of us today. Summer is often a time when life slows down for a while, and it can be not only a time to rest but a time to reflect and reset. So, this summer under the Tent, that's what we're going to seek to do, to have a Summer Reset. Led by the wisdom found in scripture, we'll seek to overcome some of the unhealthy patterns we can so easily slip into and pursue a happier, healthier way of life.Orchard Community Church8180 Telephone RdVentura CA 93004www.OrchardVentura.orgContact us at Info@OrchardVentura.orgOrchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

Rebroadcast of episode 3God's love is unconditional, all-consuming, and so amazing!  He created you with intricate detail and He has a plan and purpose for your life.  The Bible is loaded with Scriptures about the love of God.  When you can grab hold of the truth of His love, care, and concern for you it will completely transform your life. His love is everlasting, receive it today.Engage with Debora Barr at https://tbtwpodcast.com/

Med nød og næppe fik jeg endelig lavet et afsnit færdigt. Vi skal bl.a. møde komikeren Mikkel Sand som ønsker sig at undergå en "masterclass" i stand-up- Vi følger Mikkel i 10 måneder frem mod hans opvarmning for mig i Aalborg.Så er der også månedens demo og opdateringer på T.N. 3God fornøjelse.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 40Text: Psalm 40:3God's Gift of a New SongI. The Occasion for this SongII. The Source of this SongIII. The Fruit of this Song

I ukens episode tar vi et lite dypdykk i de rare, fine, deilige, noen ganger litt slitsomme og herlige følelsene våre. Hvorfor kan det være greit å kjenne etter av og til, og hva er det som gjør at vi kan blir litt forvirra av både våre egne og andres følelser

What are some key words in the Psalm?The word "hear" in vs, 1, 5The word "refuge" in vs. 3, 4The mention of "Your name" in vs. 5, 8What does He say about God?God leads HIm to the rock- vs. 2God is His refuge and tower of strength- vs. 3God is the One he fears- vs. 5 and praises- vs. 8God is One he looks to when his heart is faint- vs. 2How does Jesus fulfill Psalm 61?He cried to God and He heard- 61:1, 5; Heb. 5:7Jesus is the Rock- 61:2; I Peter 2:4-8; Rom. 9:33We find shelter under Jesus' wings- 61:4; Matt. 23:37-39He is King forever- 61:6-7; Hebrews 7 emphasizes Melechizedek, who was both King and Priest. There is no record of his death and that is a picture of his continuing in these offices forever. Jesus fulfills this picture. He exercises lovingkindness and truth- 61:7

I speak with Ray Figgs (@figgs8and9) who is one of the founders of the 20 year fashion brand 8and9. He talks about some of the challenges with running a brand and also some of the keys to longevity. Ray is also known as the “3GOD” so we definitely discussed sneakers and what the sneaker culture means to 8and9 plus more. Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gQuRmMaxmXM

There are some things we choose to do that bring suffering.Sometimes suffering comes and we have no control or choice in the matter. “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?    Why are you so far from saving me,    so far from my cries of anguish?My God, I cry out by day, but you do not answer,    by night, but I find no rest.Yet you are enthroned as the Holy One;    you are the one Israel praises.In you our ancestors put their trust;    they trusted and you delivered them.To you they cried out and were saved;    in you they trusted and were not put to shame.” Psalm 22:1 Two tracks we often walk down when there's suffering: · The ANGER track.· The GUILT track.Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.”  John 9:3God's silence does not mean God is absent.If we're going to suffer well and persevere through it, we need God's help.“Father, my best place on earth is in your presence.”

                Hebrews – A Call to Commitment:                           “The Better Covenant”                                 Hebrews  7:20-28 The New Covenant: Jeremiah 31:31The Main Idea is found in Hebrews 7:22          Four benefits of the Better Covenant:1.      God's Reliable Oath  (five times in 9 verses) The Old Priesthood was based on a command: Exodus 28:1The oath is about God's word. God's word is powerful and reliable.  He spoke the world into existence in Genesis 1:3God's Word gets results: Isaiah 55:10-11God does not change His mind: Numbers 23:19 2.         The Guarantor (Jesus)    3.         The Permanent Priesthood         The benefits of the permanent priest:        1)   Complete SalvationHis saving power is complete: Romans 10:9The old covenant brought doubt; the new brings assurance: 1 John 5:13        2)    Ongoing Intercession—Isaiah 53:12 His prayer: John 17:20-21      The Character of Christ is stated in five terms:      1)      Holy (It is the opposite of polluted); he never deviates from in the least from God's                 ordinances and commandments.      2)      Blameless or Devout: Loyal to covenant obligations.     3)       Pure or innocent; He was not touched by evil.     4)      Set Apart: Undefiled by the worlds standard.     5)      Exalted: He shares the throne with God.4.         The Perfect Sacrifice  Support the show (https://paypal.me/pwp398?locale.x=en_US)

Key Verses:  Heb 1:1-3God uses Jesus to speak to us in these last days through His word. Know the warnings He gives!Recorded at PRC May 2, 2021. The mission of Pound River Church is to glorify God by developing disciples who will spread the true gospel of Jesus Christ to their families, communities, and the entire world.  Never miss an opportunity to grow with us.  We stream live on Sundays at 11:15 am and Wednesdays at 6:30 pm.  Subscribe now to join our online family and grow with us.  Pastor: Bill Rose

                    Hebrews – A Call to Commitment:                                      “Blazing the Trail”                                        Hebrews 2:5-13In verse 10, Jesus is given a new title: “The Pioneer”He is setting the stage for Heb 12:2Angels were given responsibilities over the nations: Deut 32:8We are so insignificant yet God cares for us. Ps. 144:3God's original intent: Gen. 1:26-27      Three defining Aspects of the Pioneer:1.        The Pioneer's Humanity Jesus identified with us; for a short time: Phil. 2:6-8  2.          The Pioneer's Mission       Three facts about the Mission:       1)     The Mission is ongoing.       2)     The Mission demonstrates the Wisdom of God.God knew his way was the right way: Isaiah 55:8-9      3)     The Mission is about complete Identification  3.            The Pioneer's Achievement Three Old Testament quotes proclaim his solidarity: Psalm 22:22. He trusted His Father, even during the dark times: Ps 22:1  Isaiah 8:18 – Isaiah 8:17-18; The Parousia Support the show (https://paypal.me/pwp398?locale.x=en_US)

If . . .Look up the following verses. What is the one point they have in com-mon, and what does it teach about the nature of the covenant?Gen. 18:19Gen. 26:4, 5Exod. 19:5Lev. 26:3God openly acknowledges Abraham’s faithful obedience to “mycommandments, my statutes, and my laws” (Gen. 26:5). It is implied thatGod expects such a lifestyle from His human partner in the covenant.The full statement of the biblical covenant at Sinai makes it abundantlyevident that conditions of obedience are one of the basic aspects of thecovenant.Exodus 19:5 makes it clear: “If ye will obey . . .” The conditionalaspect of the covenant is undeniable; though bestowed by grace,though unearned, though a gift to them, the covenant promises werenot unconditional. The people could reject the gift, deny the grace,and turn away from the promises. The covenant, as with salvation,never negates free will. The Lord does not force people into a savingrelationship with Him; He doesn’t impose a covenant upon them. Hefreely offers it to everyone; everyone is invited to accept it. Whena person does accept it, obligations follow, not as a means of earn-ing the cove­nant blessing but as an outward manifestation of havingreceived the covenant blessings. Israel should obey, not in order toearn the promises, but so that the promises could be fulfilled in her.Her obedience was an expression of what it is like to be blessed by theLord. Obedience does not earn the blessings, in that God is obligatedto bring them; obedience, instead, creates an environment in whichthe blessing of faith can be made manifest.“Ye shall walk in all the ways which the L ord your God hath com-manded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, andthat ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess”(Deut. 5:33). Is the Lord saying here to Israel that if they obey, theywill earn these blessings, that these blessings are what the peopleare owed? Or is He saying: If you obey, these blessings can resultbecause obedience opens the way for Me to be able to bring theblessings upon you? What is the difference between the two ideas?

Psalm 54:1–4, 6–7John 2:1–3, 7–10, 23-25Joshua 20:1–3God is the God of surprises. Jesus constantly surprised his followers and he wants to continue to surprise you.

                        Strangers in a Strange Land:                     “Growing Up in Our Salvation”                                        1 Pet 2:1-3 Our goal is spiritual maturity: Eph 4:11-13  Three Steps toward Spiritual Maturity:1.         Rid Ourselves of all Community Destroying Sins“Therefore” is referring to conversion:  1 Pet 1:23 Paul uses the same language in Col 3:8-9       Three reasons for getting rid of community destroying sins:        1.      We are under attack: 1 Pet. 5:8        2.      We need to build people up: Eph. 4:29        3.      How we treat others will determine church growth:  Acts 2:44-47 2.         Crave the Pure Milk of the WordPeter earlier had talked about the connection of the Word in our new birth: 1 Pet 1:23We need to be like Jeremiah: Jeremiah 15:16Why?  Because the Word gets results: Isaiah 55:10-11 3.         Recall the Goodness of the Lord. (He is tasty!) Peter is recalling: Psalm 34:8Ezekiel tasted the goodness of the Word: Ezekiel 3:3God's Word is satisfying:  John 4:31-34Support the show (https://paypal.me/pwp398?locale.x=en_US)

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The Power of the WordGenesis 1:1-3God puts a stamp on His Word in the very beginning, not introducing what was said or thought to begin with, but introducing Himself as the beginning.Acts 17:28 ‘For in him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring.’By knowing the WHO, we know the WHAT, the HOW, and the WHY.Amos 3:3Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so?The earth was a canvas - undefinable, a mess.Matthew 11:28-30Nothing happens that we can see until the Word is spoken.John 1:1-13Isaiah 55:11So 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.The responsibility we have:1 - Study the Word (fill in the blank #1 - STUDY the Word)2 Timothy 2:15 (slide for this Scripture)Joshua 1:8Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.God is not desiring just your LIFE, but your LIFESTYLE.Application is not enough - it has to go from application to DEFINITION.Acts 17:6But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come hereMatthew 7:24–27Acts 17:11Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.2 - Speak the Word (fill in the blank #2 - SPEAK the Word)Mark 11:23“Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be done for them.Proverbs 18:21The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.It isn't because I want that mountain to move that it moves - it's because I've aligned myself with His Word.Psalms 37:4Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.Ephesians 3:20-2120Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.Psalms 119:9How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.Matthew 10:19But when they arrest you, do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say3 - Minister the Word of Truth (fill in the blank #3 - MINISTER the Word of Truth)2 Timothy 3:13While evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived.Matthew 24:24For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.Romans 10:17Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.No one is going to come to the fullness of God if we don't speak.Ezekiel 33What is your mandate?

3A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2LORD, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O LORD. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; in wrath remember mercy. 3God came from Teman, the Holy One from Mount Paran. SelahHis glory covered the heavens and […]

STUDY NOTES:You have a “WANT TO”Not to ACT is to ACT. - BonhoefferJohn 1:23Adam displayed a Hunan trait that has been HANDED down generation after generation. Genesis 2:17, 12bThe best of the theologians would reference this as: The BLAME Game. James 1:14-15, 2 Peter 2:12b-17There’s something within you that PROMPTS you to engage sinful. behavior. Psalm 51:1-3God is FAITHFUL.Deuteronomy 7:9, 1 Corinthians 1:9God is LOVE.God had a ‘Want To’; He CALLS & DRAWS to it.Hebrews 11:32, 35, 36, 40, Hosea 11:4TAKE AWAYS…How often do you contemplate your “Want To”? Is your “Want To” growing & increasing in faith?Do you engage the Blame Game with Satan?Once Holy Spirit calls your attention to an error in your spiritual life how do you resolve the issue?VALUE ADDED…Be more mindful (prayerful) this coming week with regards to God’s call & draw in your own life. What is He calling & drawing you into?

STUDY NOTES: You have a “WANT TO”Not to ACT is to ACT. - BonhoefferJohn 1:23Adam displayed a Hunan trait that has been HANDED down generation after generation. Genesis 2:17, 12bThe best of the theologians would reference this as: The BLAME Game. James 1:14-15, 2 Peter 2:12b-17There’s something within you that PROMPTS you to engage sinful. behavior. Psalm 51:1-3God is FAITHFUL.Deuteronomy 7:9, 1 Corinthians 1:9God is LOVE.God had a ‘Want To’; He CALLS & DRAWS to it.Hebrews 11:32, 35, 36, 40, Hosea 11:4TAKE AWAYS…How often do you contemplate your “Want To”? Is your “Want To” growing & increasing in faith?Do you engage the Blame Game with Satan?Once Holy Spirit calls your attention to an error in your spiritual life how do you resolve the issue?VALUE ADDED…Be more mindful (prayerful) this coming week with regards to God’s call & draw in your own life. What is He calling & drawing you into?

Amos 1:3-2:3God will one day judge the whole world. This is a certainty. All injustices, wrongdoing, wickedness, and brutality will be avenged … Justice DELAYED is NOT Justice DENIED! The book of Amos opens with the roar of God’s judgment. God’s pronouncement of judgment upon these nations is a reminder and representation of His coming judgment on all people. The Roar of the Lion helps us review our own lives and values. It helps us to reflect and consider: Does our lifestyle reflect the heart of God? Do we share the self-seeking heart of the indifference of Amos’ day?

1 Peter 1:22-2:3God's word is our primary necessity, but why? What makes God's word so powerful?What role should the word of God play in your life?

Exodus 20:8-11; Deut 5:12-15 | Bulletin God is our creatorGenesis 1:31-2:3God is our liberatorExodus 1:8-14Galatians 5:1Takeawaysrhythmsfeastplaydelight

Speaker or Performer: Bob Petersen Date of Delivery: April 21, 2019 Building Our FaithFaith is talked about in three ways:Our Christian walkAs in 1 Corinthians 16:13 “stand fast in the faith”What causes us to take actionMark 5:34And He said to her, 'Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace and be healed of your affliction.'Hebrews 11:7By faith Noah, being warned by God about things not yet seen, in reverence prepared an arkWhat causes usNOT to move in times of trials or testingLuke 8:24-25Then He arose and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water. And they ceased, and there was a calm. But He said to them, 'Where is your faith?'♦Where does faith come from?♦Romans 12:3God has allotted to each a measure of faith.Romans 10:17So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.1 Corinthians 12:9ato another faith by the same Spirit“You don’t have any troubles, all you need is faith in God.”- RW Schambach -Belief moves to faith by being fully convinced to act on the belief.Romans 4:19-22 And not being weak in faith, he did not consider his own body, already dead (since he was about a hundred years old), and the deadness of Sarah's womb.He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God,and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform.And therefore 'it was accounted to him for righteousness.'From VINES EXPOSITORY DICTIONARY, the theological definition for the Bible term “faith” (Greek: pistis) a firm persuasion or conviction based upon hearing.James 1:2-5 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience (NAS=endurance). But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.Patience (Strong’s) hupomone (hoop-om-on-ay')endurance, constancy: KJV - enduring, patience, patient continuance (waiting).Hebrews 6:12-15that you do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises. For when God made a promise to Abraham, because He could swear by no one greater, He swore by Himself, saying, 'Surely blessing I will bless you, and multiplying I will multiply you.' And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.Patiently Endured (Greek)to build endurance during trials

Ephesians 4:3God wants you to keep this. ...With all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.https://cozort.org/admonition/god-wants-you-to-keep-this-admonition-52/

Genesis 1:1-5 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2Now the earth was without shape and empty, and darkness was over the surface of the watery deep, but the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the water. 3God said, “Let there be light.” And there was light! 4God saw […]

Hosea 6:1-3God pursues us with a perfect love that leads us to restoration

Genesis 1:26-28One of the powers that a king has is to bestow a part of his power. We now have an unauthorized king because the authorized on handed it over to him. Gen. 3:1-3Everything that has a beginning has an end. The MatrixEvil is not eternal.The woman view Gods instructions open ti human modifications. 3:3God has given man dominion and expects him to rule.