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Malachi 1:1-5 - From Doubting God's Love to Declaring God's Love We're beginning a new sermon series this morning. We'll be in the Book of Malachi for the next couple of months. You can find Malachi chapter 1 on page 953 in the Pew Bibles. Malachi is the last book of the Old Testament, so if you can find the book of Matthew, turn left a couple of pages. We'll begin with verses 1-5. One note before I read. In these verses, you will hear of a reference to Edom. The Edomites were the descendants of Esau. That will be some helpful context. Reading of Malachi 1:1-5 Prayer When I was in high school and college, I spent a few summers working at a Christian camp. Well, one particular summer, one of my fellow counsellors had a very difficult camper. This kid was, I think, only in 1st grade. And he was rambunctious. He was mean to the other campers. He struggled to follow rules. He didn't want to participate in activities. In those moments, his counsellor would get down on one knee to his level, and try gently instruct him. During dangerous activities, like archery, his counsellor would often have to hold his hand, to keep him safe. Of course, the other boys in his cabin would get angry at him. Their counsellor would always intervene and remind them all to speak kind words to one another. Well, one afternoon, things escalated. The counsellor tried to calm his camper down, but the boy lost it and started screaming. Literally, the whole camp could hear it. They were in the middle of a big group activity, so his counsellor had to gently carry him away. As this young boy was being carried away, he kept screaming over and over, “I hate you.” “I hate you.” To which his counsellor calmly responded over and over, “I love you.” “I love you.” Their back and forth slowly faded as they passed out of sight. The camper, of course, didn't understand that his counsellor did love him. He didn't know what love really looked like in that situation. To this boy, it didn't appear to be love at all. Maybe some of you who are parents have experienced something similar. Well, as we get to Malachi chapter 1, God's people, likewise, were questioning God's love. It didn't feel like God loved them. But he did. And in response, God mercifully reminds them of his love. Most of us here today have at one point or another cried out to God. We've questioned whether he was even there or if he was loving. Maybe that is what you are feeling today. My hope and prayer that you will leave here with a renewed or new sense of God's love for you. Introduction As we get into the book of Malachi, let me first mention some background things. Malachi is one of 12 books called minor prophets. They are called “minor” not because they are less important but because they are shorter. We don't actually know much about the prophet Malachi other than that his name means “messenger.” He was a messenger from God. As we will find out next week, he lived in Jerusalem. And based on the themes in the book and its position in the Old Testament cannon, Malachi prophesied sometime during the middle of the 400s BC. He very likely overlapped with Ezra and Nehemiah. At that time, some of the exiles had returned from Babylon to Jerusalem, and the temple had been rebuilt. The last thing to point out is the word “oracle” right there in verse 1. It's used throughout the Old Testament when a prophets were given a particularly burdensome word from God. Oracle, in fact, means burden – you know, like a heavy load that an animal would carry on its back and the weariness or distress that it would bring. When the word “oracle” is used to describe a prophetic utterance, it is conveying the weight of that prophecy. As we work our way through Malachi, we are going to see the weight of this prophecy. Over and over, God very clearly calls for repentance from grievous sin, and God warns them if they do not return to him. However, before all of that, God begins with a reminder of his love. And that is what verses 2-5 are about. If you turn to page 4 of your bulletin, you can see where we are headed. ·      First, God's Love Doubted. Verse 2. ·      Second, God's Love Defended, the end of verse 2 through verse 4 ·      And third, God's Love Declared, 5 So, God's love doubted, defended, and declared. 1. God's Love Doubted We see right there in verse 2 that the people doubted God's love for them.  “I have loved you,” says the Lord, but you say, “how have you loved us?” By the way, this is the pattern throughout Malachi. God quotes the people questioning him, and then he answers. It's the organizing framework for the book. How have you loved us, Lord? It sure doesn't feel like you do. This was a difficult time in Jerusalem. We don't often think of it that way because, after all, the people were back in Jerusalem. The temple had been rebuilt. However, socially and economically, it was a very unstable time. Yes, the Persian kings had supported the return and rebuild, but that did not mean prosperity. No, the people experienced a lot of trouble and opposition. Taxes were high. Jobs were scarce. They were in the middle of a famine. The people had to mortgage their fields and vineyards and houses just to survive. Some even forced their sons and daughter into slavery. We know those things from Nehemiah 5. All of it weighed heavily on them. And think about their expectations. God had promised through Isaiah and Jeremiah a return from exile back to Jerusalem. The people had in their minds the glory of the former unified kingdom – you know, prosperity and peace. They pictured Solomon's temple restored to its original beauty and splendor. I'm sure some even pictured a return of the national power that Judah and Israel had once had. But their expectations came crashing down with the reality of their situation. They couldn't lift their eyes to see beyond each day… because of the difficulty that each day brought. It was not peace and prosperity, it was survival mode. And in their minds, who was at fault? God. And so, they were asking, how have you loved us, Lord? Where have you been? Have you or are you asking that? Lord, do you love me? It sure doesn't feel like it. I can't find a job or it's hard to financially survive each day. Or I've lost a parent or a spouse or a sibling or a child. Or even harder at times, my relationship with my son or daughter is estranged, or I've endured the pain of divorce. Or my health is deteriorating more each day, Or I struggle with chronic pain or a debilitating disease. Or my loved one is.  I feel all alone. Or I've been a victim of abuse or false accusations. Lord, where are you? Do you really love me? Maybe someone told you this well-known phrases once: “God has a wonderful plan for your life.” Have you heard that before? It is one of the most unhelpful statements in evangelicalism. I'm not saying that it is not partially true. Stay tuned for that. But becoming a Christian does not mean that you will experience peace and prosperity in this life. To be sure, being a Christian does come with many blessings on earth. Blessings in relationship and community with one another in the church. Blessings of worship and prayer, and many others things. But if we expect that our days on earth will be filled with temporal success or health or relational flourishing, we will become deeply disappointed. And it may cause us to question God's love. I want you to note something in verse 2. Before the Lord quotes their questioning of his love, he begins by affirming that he does love them. “I have loved you.” By the way, that word “love” is not the word “hesed.” You know, God covenant lovingkindness. Rather, that word for “love” is the word “ahab.” It is a word for love that focuses on a loving relationship. It's God's love for them as his people whom he chose to be his people. In fact, the verb form indicates that God's love for them has been accomplished and it is definitive. It's like saying, I *did, I do, and I will * love you. There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it. God has, does, and will love his people. What I want to say to wrap up this first point is that in those times of doubting God's love... in those times when you are burdened by your suffering… or when you are wondering where the Lord is, God calls you to first remember that the Lord does love you. But rather than just leave it there, the Lord goes on to defend his love. He explains the source of his love. 2. God's Love Defended That brings us to #2. God's Love Defended. In the second half of verse 2, the Lord returns their question with a question himself. He asks, “Is not Esau Jacob's brother?” And then reminds them of his love for Jacob and his hatred for Esau. The Israelites are Jacob's descendants. Now, the reason that God reminds them about Jacob and Esau is because Jacob and Esau demonstrated both God's unmerited love as well as his just anger. Back in Genesis 25 and following, we learn about Jacob and Esau. They were both sons of Isaac. Twins, in fact. Esau was born first, so Esau was to have the privileges of being the firstborn, authority in the family, the blessing of Isaac, and a large share of the inheritance. But if you remember, Jacob took advantage of Esau. When Esau was famished, Esau sold his birthright to Jacob for a bowl of stew. And then Jacob lied to and tricked their father into blessing him instead of Esau. Even though Jacob did not deserve it, God chose him and chose his descendants to be his people. Esau and his descendants, on the other hand, were rejected. You see, neither deserved God's love, yet God chose Jacob. Jacob and his descendants were the ones who received God's promise. But, back to Malachi, there was the problem. To the people in Jerusalem (you know, the returned exiles), it sure felt like God loved Esau's descendants and not Jacob's. As I mentioned earlier, the Edomites were the descendants of Esau. In fact, in some way, they partnered with or supported Babylon in the destruction of Jerusalem a hundred years earlier. We're not told how, but we're told elsewhere that Edom rejoiced in Jerusalem's destruction. The prophet Ezekiel even mentions that Edom took vengeance against Judah. So, it's possible Esau's descendants even participated in Babylon's destruction of Jerusalem. Let me make a side note here. There is some evidence that after the Babylonian exile, another nation overthrew Edom and the Edomites were forced to move. There is also evidence that at this time Edom began rebuilding just south of Judah. If that is true, it certainly explains verses 3 and 4. They were displaced by jackals, as it says, but they began to rebuild. I'm telling you all this because in these verses, God is both affirming his love for his people… and he is letting them know that even though Edom appears to be prospering again, it will be short-lived and their destruction would be eternal. In contrast, the suffering that God people were experiencing would be short-lived but their prosperity would be eternal. Why? Because God chose them to be his people. He loved them with an undeserved and unconditional love. Beloved in Christ. There are or will be times in your life when it seems like the enemies of faith are overcoming you. I'm talking about sin, death, and the devil. You will have moments when you are questioning God's love because you don't see a path forward. Your pain, suffering, grief, loneliness, or disappointments may overwhelm you at times. But if God has given you the gift of faith in Christ, you are one of God's chosen descendants of Jacob – his spiritual descendant. And God loves you. Does God have a wonderful plan for your life? Yes, because all his and your enemies will be defeated and one day, you will be rejoicing for eternity in his presence. Do you see what I am saying. This passage, for them and for us, is ultimately fulfilled in the unmerited love of God in Jesus Christ. God chose all his people to be his people, not because of any self-worthiness. No. Just like with Jacob, despite our sin, God chose us to be his people. He called us in him before the foundation of the world. And God's judgment against Edom is the judgment that Jesus bore on the cross for his people. What I am saying, is that in those moments of despair and doubt. Remember not only that God loves you, but remember that he has called you to be his through Christ. And one day, God will defeat once and for all the very burdens that are weighing you down. Just a week and a half ago, I was at an event where a missionary shared about a very difficult time. He and his wife were serving in Rwanda back during the difficult civil war there. It was tragic. Neighbors turned on neighbors. In a single day, a million people were killed. In one incident, a group or Christians fled to their church building. Their pursuers broke in and slaughtered every single one of them. As you can imagine, seeing all of it overwhelmed this missionary and his wife. But then it became more difficult. Because, soon after that, his wife went into premature labor while there. Their son was delivered but the hospital didn't have the expertise or medical equipment to save him. He died after only 5 days of life. This missionary described the deep struggle that he and his wife went through. They questioned God's love and goodness in all of it. They searched for answers. He then recounted how Job demanded God for answers. And how God answered Job back and asked, “where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth?” And then this missionary said this: “Job never got answers, but he got presence. And in that presence, he worshipped.” That really struck me. God does not promise that we will not suffer in this life. But he does promise that he loves us and will be with us… and one day he will defeat his and our enemies forever. This missionary closed by sharing how they were drawn back to Jesus and God's love for them in him. 3. God's Love Declared Which brings us to point number 3. God's love declared. For the exiles who had returned to Jerusalem, both their worldview and their perception of God was small. Remember, God had promised them many things. He had promised a Messianic king. He had promised a restoration of a kingdom beyond what could be imagined. He promised to defeat their enemies. And that was part of their struggle. None of it seemed to be coming to pass. In fact, for them, it seemed to be getting worse rather than better. They forgot God's love and his promises, and they lost hope. What they needed was not only a reminder that they were God's chosen people whom he loved. They needed a reminder of his future promises. Verse 5 says “Your own eyes shall see this, and you shall say, ‘Great is the Lord beyond the border of Israel!'” Most prophecies in the Bible have a more immediate fulfillment but also a future redemptive fulfillment. For the immediate, there is some historical record that the Edomites were soon overcome by both Greek and then Roman conquests. But I think verse 5 is really meant to draw their attention to the future. To point them to a coming king who will be victorious, not only in Israel, but as verse 5 says, beyond its borders. It's like God was saying to them through Malachi, “Yes, I love you, but I also want you to lift your eyes up from your suffering to see what I will do! It will be far greater than you can imagine. Not only will the enemies of faith be destroyed, but you will see the greatness of my salvation to the world” As you may have figured out, it was still about 450 years before Jesus' birth. God was not saying that those particular people in Jerusalem would see the ultimate fulfillment of this verse. Perhaps they would see Edom overcome. But remember, the Lord was speaking to Israel. It is through them that that Savior would come. This is the last period in their history before Jesus came. And when he came, he would bring salvation not only to Israel, but his electing love would greatly expand beyond the border of Israel to the world. Beloved in Christ, you and I are part of this promise. We are here today worshiping our God who has saved us because God has and is fulfilling this promise to Israel. Christ has come and His Gospel is going forth in mighty ways throughout the earth. This is part of God's reminder to us when we are doubting his love. Yes, we can rest in the fact that we are God's people. We have his love in Christ. But in times of suffering and disappointment and grief and despair, we can lift our eyes up to see what God is doing all around us and around the word. It is truly amazing. And by seeing what God is doing, believing what he will do, we can and should then declare his love to the world. As verse 5 puts it, “you shall say, ‘Great is the Lord beyond the border of Israel!'” From doubting God's love to declaring God's love. Conclusion As we close, let me briefly say that these opening verses are the foundation to the rest of Malachi. We're going to see over and over the sin of the people, the sin of the priests, and the Lord's call for them to repent and return to him. Malachi begins where they needed to begin… it begins where we need to begin. Knowing and believing in God's saving and electing love in Christ. So, in our doubt and discouragement and pain, may we know and believe in God's undeserved love for us in Christ – he has chosen us in him. May we lift our eyes to see what he is doing, and may we declare the greatness of our God in all of it. Amen.

The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) is the holiest day in the biblicalcalendar, a time of fasting, repentance, and seeking God's mercy. In thisteaching, Dr. Kenny Russell reveals how every detail of Yom Kippur points toYeshua the Messiah as our Great High Priest and perfect sacrifice.Discover:· The High Priest's role inLeviticus and how Yeshua fulfills it once for all (Hebrews 9).· The prophetic meaning ofthe two goats, one sacrificed, one carrying sins away, and how Messiah embodiesboth (John 1:29, Isaiah 53).· Why Yeshua's blood doesn'tjust cover sin but removes it, giving us direct access to the Father (Hebrews10:10, Hebrews 4:16).· How believers today canapproach Yom Kippur with humility, repentance, and joy, knowing our redemptionis complete in Him.You'll also learn how to intercede for the lostsheep of the house of Israel:· Standing in the gap inprayer (Ezekiel 22:30).· Asking for eyes to beopened and the veil lifted (2 Corinthians 3:14-16).· Declaring God's covenantpromises (Jeremiah 31, Ezekiel 36, Romans 11).· Praying for repentance,protection from deception, and bold laborers for the harvest (Hosea 14, 2Thessalonians 2, Matthew 9:37-38).Romans 11 reminds us: “You do not support the root, but the root supports you.” Theroot of the olive tree is God's covenant with the patriarchs, fulfilled inYeshua, the life-giving source for Judea and Israel, and all who are graftedinto the commonwealth of Israel.Be encouraged: On Yom Kippur, we don't fear judgment - we rejoice in forgiveness throughthe finished work of Messiah!

Visit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation. www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.SummaryIn this episode of Kingdom Crossroads, host TS Wright welcomes back Deborah McNinch to discuss her prayer ministry, Battle Cry, which focuses on bringing prodigal children home through prayer. Deborah shares her personal journey and the 'battle plan' she developed, which includes worship, declaring God's Word, prayer, and the importance of community. The conversation emphasizes the need for strategic prayer and waiting with anticipation for God's timing in the lives of our loved ones.TakeawaysDeborah McNinch founded Battle Cry to support parents of prodigal children.The battle plan consists of five steps: worship, the Word, prayer, declaring promises, and community.Worship should come from a place of pain and poverty.Choosing specific songs for worship can help during difficult times.Declaring God's Word over children is powerful and transformative.Community support is essential in the journey of prayer.Waiting with anticipation is crucial in trusting God's timing.God's promises will not return void; they are powerful.Parents should be strategic in their prayers for their children.The enemy is actively seeking to disrupt families, and prayer is a vital defense.Visit Debra's website to learn more.http://www.debramcninch.com/

In this revelatory word, Robert shares the MOST POWERFUL PRAYER you can pray — the very words that can open Heaven over your life and release God's power into your situation right now. Heaven is waiting for you to pray this prayer. It's not long. It's not complicated. And it's absolutely Biblical. When you speak it in faith, heaven invades, strongholds crumble, the impossible becomes possible, miracles break out, and everything shifts.As you listen, you will discover:

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You've probably heard it before—“Speak life.” But what if I told you that declaring God's Word is more than encouragement? It's warfare. When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, He didn't argue, debate, or emotionally react. He quoted Scripture—and the devil left. That's not just inspiration; that's a strategy.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” — Proverbs 18:21 (ESV)You've been given a sword. Not a silent one. Not a decorative one. A weapon forged in heaven, sharp enough to split lies from truth—and you use it with your mouth.When the enemy attacks your identity, you don't just think your way out—you speak your way through. You declare:“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”“No weapon formed against me shall prosper.”“He who began a good work in me will bring it to completion.”You're not trying to convince God. You're reminding the enemy—and yourself—what God has already said.Why is this so powerful?Because spoken words carry spiritual weight. God created the universe by speaking. Jesus cast out demons with His voice. And you, filled with His Spirit, carry the same authority to declare truth into dark places.Don't just read your Bible—release it. Speak it over your mind, your family, your future. Don't wait for Sunday. Don't wait for feelings. Speak when you're tired. Speak when you're scared. Speak until your spirit stirs and your soul remembers who's in charge.You don't need perfect words. You need God's words.Question of the Day:What verse will you start declaring over your current battle—and how often will you speak it?Mini Call to Action:Choose one Scripture today and speak it out loud three times—morning, midday, and night. Make it your weapon, not just your reading.Let's Pray:God, Your Word is life. It's fire. It's a sword. Teach me to use it—not just read it. Help me declare truth with boldness and fight lies with Scripture. In Jesus' name, amen.Let's Get To Work!A whisper of God's Word in your mouth can shatter the enemy's roar. Speak up. Stand firm.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

This isn't just encouragement, it's a declaration.In this fire-filled episode, Dr. Angela Chester reminds us that fear doesn't get the final word. Whether you're walking through uncertainty, opposition, or pressure, God's presence remains—and so does His promise. This is your call to rise up, hold steady, and choose faith over fear every single time.

You've probably heard it before—“Speak life.” But what if I told you that declaring God's Word is more than encouragement? It's warfare. When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, He didn't argue, debate, or emotionally react. He quoted Scripture—and the devil left. That's not just inspiration; that's a strategy.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” — Proverbs 18:21 (ESV)You've been given a sword. Not a silent one. Not a decorative one. A weapon forged in heaven, sharp enough to split lies from truth—and you use it with your mouth.When the enemy attacks your identity, you don't just think your way out—you speak your way through. You declare:“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”“No weapon formed against me shall prosper.”“He who began a good work in me will bring it to completion.”You're not trying to convince God. You're reminding the enemy—and yourself—what God has already said.Why is this so powerful?Because spoken words carry spiritual weight. God created the universe by speaking. Jesus cast out demons with His voice. And you, filled with His Spirit, carry the same authority to declare truth into dark places.Don't just read your Bible—release it. Speak it over your mind, your family, your future. Don't wait for Sunday. Don't wait for feelings. Speak when you're tired. Speak when you're scared. Speak until your spirit stirs and your soul remembers who's in charge.You don't need perfect words. You need God's words.Question of the Day:What verse will you start declaring over your current battle—and how often will you speak it?Mini Call to Action:Choose one Scripture today and speak it out loud three times—morning, midday, and night. Make it your weapon, not just your reading.Let's Pray:God, Your Word is life. It's fire. It's a sword. Teach me to use it—not just read it. Help me declare truth with boldness and fight lies with Scripture. In Jesus' name, amen.Let's Get To Work!A whisper of God's Word in your mouth can shatter the enemy's roar. Speak up. Stand firm.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Sister, your words hold weight.

In this powerful sermon, Pastor Kirstyn Rempel of 2911 Church challenges us to examine who we're imitating—Christ or the culture around us. From the natural instinct we have to mirror others to the spiritual call to reflect our Creator, she unpacks the biblical foundation of imitation and the transformative power of speaking in faith. With humor, conviction, and practical wisdom, Pastor Kirstyn reminds us that our words shape our world—and that true faith isn't about demanding outcomes, but declaring God's truth and trusting His will. It's time to speak life, stand firm, and imitate Christ, not culture.00:00 - Intro: Imitators by Design 02:30 - The Power of Imitation in Children & Adults 05:55 - Who Are You Reflecting? 08:10 - What “Speaking in Faith” Is—and Isn't 11:45 - Name It, Claim It vs. True Faith 15:00 - The Story of the 12 Spies 18:00 - Caleb & Joshua: Faith in Action 21:10 - Anchoring Yourself in God's Word 24:45 - Declaring God's Character in Chaos 28:00 - Submission to God's Will 31:15 - How to Start Speaking Life 33:45 - Practical Verses to Declare 36:30 - Closing Challenge: Speak Faith, Not Fear----------Follow 2911 Church on Social Media:FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/2911churchINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/2911churchWEBSITE: https://www.2911church.com/GIVING: https://2911church.churchcenter.com/giving----------Subscribe to 2911 Church's Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SiLmBl5TcTGD63CTNwU4f?si=98186b325cf94ee6Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/29-11-church/id1456498714

Dr. Charles Blackstock teaches about declaring God, from Acts 17.

Wealth with a Kingdom Purpose | The Joanna Beck Show Money isn't evil the love of money is! But did you know that wealth is meant to be a tool for kingdom impact? In today's episode, we're diving deep into why God gives financial increase and how you can align your finances with divine purpose!

This sermon was preached by Luke Roden at the Reddish site of Christ Church Manchester on Sunday 23rd March 2025.

This sermon was preached by Isaac Moore at the Fallowfield site of Christ Church Manchester on Sunday 9th March 2025.

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This sermon was preached by Andy Armstrong at the Gorton site of Christ Church Manchester, on Sunday 16th February 2025.

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"Walking in Faith Despite Hard Times!" Introduction & Purpose (00:00 - 00:32) The podcast focuses on walking in faith despite difficult times. Encourages listeners to dedicate time to hear God's word. Living by Faith, Not Sight (01:03 - 02:38) 2 Corinthians 5:7: “We walk by faith, not by sight.” Personal testimony about car troubles and financial burdens. Faith in God's provision despite circumstances. Trusting God in Uncertainty (03:10 - 04:13) Faith is about who we trust, not what we see. Examples from Abraham (Genesis 12) and trials (James 1:2-4). Trials refine and strengthen faith. Biblical Examples of Faith (04:48 - 06:36) Job: Worshiping through loss (Job 1:21). David: Trusting in God's protection (Psalm 23:4). Paul: Contentment in all circumstances (Philippians 4:12-13). How to Walk in Faith During Difficult Seasons (07:26 - 08:00) Stay in the Word (Romans 10:17). Pray with expectation (Philippians 4:6-7). Surround yourself with faith-filled people (Proverbs 27:17). Speaking Life Over Situations (08:00 - 08:41) Power of words (Proverbs 18:21). Faith requires action (James 2:17). Declaring God's promises over hardships. Challenge: Trusting God in One Area (08:41 - 09:13) Encourages listeners to write down an area they need to trust God in. Commit to prayer until breakthrough comes. Encouragement & Closing (09:13 - End) Encourages listeners to remain strong in faith. Promotes life coaching certification at LifeCoachLifestyle.com. Ends with a blessing and reminder of Christ's presence.

This sermon was preached by Luke Roden at the Heatons site of Christ Church Manchester on Sunday 26th January.

This sermon was preached by Andy Cooley at the Denton site of Christ Church Manchester on Sunday 26th January 2025 from Acts 2-13.

In this sermon, Pastor Ed explores Psalm 92, a psalm of thanksgiving, and delves into how cultivating a grateful heart enhances our spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being. Drawing from biblical principles, practical insights, and illustrative stories, we unpack the profound benefits of living with gratitude and reflecting on God's goodness. Key Themes & Takeaways: Purpose of Psalm 92 A weekly hymn for the Sabbath, celebrating God's steadfast love and faithfulness. Gratitude is central to our relationship with God, as it fosters joy and strengthens faith. The Power of Thankfulness The psalmist highlights the goodness of praising God, both in the morning (to set the tone for the day) and at night (to reflect on His faithfulness). Benefits of gratitude include better sleep, improved mental health, and stronger relationships. The Righteous vs. the Wicked God blesses the righteous with spiritual vitality, strength, and fruitfulness, even in old age. In contrast, the wicked, though they may flourish temporarily, face ultimate destruction. Expressions of Gratitude Worship through music and instruments enhances the experience of thankfulness. Declaring God's works reminds us of His faithfulness in our lives. God's Judgments and Blessings His judgments on evildoers demonstrate His justice and sovereignty. His blessings on the righteous reflect His ongoing care and provision. Originally preached February 5, 2023

Be inspired to reach for greater things as you walk by faith. It's time to start declaring God's Word for victory in your life. The Encounter Podcast Ep.9

This Thanksgiving season, join me, Tosha Williams, as I share some profound themes that arise from my grandchildren's names. These aren't just sentimental to my family; the names are powerful reminders of gratitude and thankfulness and, in this conversation series, "Ways to Praise."This series starts with this intro "Dumisani:  Praise the Lord!" then continues with "Jubilee:  Declare God's Favor". Thing is, Jubilee is the counterpoint to Psalm, both in my family and in our gratitude. This podcast episode explains how both together can impact our days and our praise! Listen in, then seek the Lord through this "devotion driven discipleship" conversation guide...*******“Be filled by the Spirit: speaking to one another in PSALMS, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making music with your heart to the Lord, giving thanks always for everything…” Ephesians 5:18b-20 CSBSEEK HIM: Devotion is Meeting with God in Our Own Lives! Let's celebrate Thanksgiving with some psalms of praise this year. WHAT:  What is God saying through this Scripture? A psalm is a biblical song, poem, declaration or prayer. The book of Psalms is the Jewish worship manual, and Christians are invited to use it in our worship, too! Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs can lead us in so many “Ways to Praise.” Singing is an outer expression of this praise, while making music with your heart is an inner expression of it. God wants us to do both! ~ How or when do YOU give thanks? What does it look like for you to live a life of worship? WHY:  Why does this Scripture matter? Every psalm in God's Word somehow, someway, declares God's character. For instance, we can trust God because He is faithful (Psalm 1:6). We can rejoice because He is sovereign over everything in this world (Psalm 2:11-12), and so on. Thing is, when we are filled with His Spirit, what's on the inside will pour out in declarations like the psalms. ~ What does God's Word say about His Spirit in you (John 14:15-17)? How does praising God put music in your heart?HOW: How does God want us to respond to this truth? The psalms are such a meaningful, simple and beautiful way to praise the Lord. Ask God to highlight a psalm to you, then read it silently as a prayer and aloud as a declaration. ~ How do psalms lead to gratitude? What is one character trait of God that is especially meaningful to you? SPEAK HIM: Discipleship is Making God Known to Others! Seek Him Speak Him" is so clearly shown in our key Scripture. Quite literally, the Word tells us to speak with psalms and give thanks. We don't just believe in God; we speak up about Him. To whom will you talk about Jesus and declare His character today?______________________The Family Disciple Me ministry exists to catalyze devotion driven discipleship in our homes and around the world. We believe that discipleship starts with a conversation, and FDM provides free, easily-accessible, biblical resources to encourage these meaningful conversations along life's way. Sign up through our website to be "the first to know" about upcoming releases and resources (including the FDM App - coming soon!!!) You can also follow Family Disciple Me on social media. Family Disciple Me is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry, and all donations are tax deductible. More information, blogs, statement of faith and contact info can be found at familydiscipleme.org

Tune in to today's Sermon: Living Proof: Declaring God's Praise through the fruit of the Spirit Date :10th November, 2024 Speaker : Bro Kobi Appiah Readings : 1 Peter 2:9  Galatians 5:23

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In this psalm David speaks of one generation commending God's works and mighty acts to another. The idea of one generation praising God to another makes this psalm especially fitting for our church's 35th anniversary celebration. May God use our time in this psalm to help us praise him for another 35 years!

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Welcome to Passion Daily. Here, our prayer is that you will spend a few minutes focusing on the Scriptures every Monday through Friday, with specific encouragement from our team. —Passion Equip exists to see people around the globe know and draw closer to Jesus. Over 20 years of ministry, we've developed resources on almost every passage in the Bible. Explore our latest resources at https://passionequip.com—Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/give-online—With Passion City Online, you can join us every Sunday live at 9:30a and 11:45a, and our gatherings are available on-demand starting at 2p! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com—At Passion City Church, we believe that because God has displayed the ultimate sacrifice in Jesus, our response to that in worship must be extravagant. It is our privilege, and our created purpose, to reflect God's Glory to Him through our praise, our sacrifice, and our song.—Follow Passion Equip: https://www.instagram.com/passionequip/Follow Passion Conferences: https://www.instagram.com/passion268Follow Passion City Church: https://www.instagram.com/passioncity/

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We continue to unpack how God does extraordinary things through ordinary people, by looking at the life of Elijah and how he declared God's word and truth in the face of opposition. Also, we hear from Hennie and Zelda from the NCMI team, and good friends of our church, who share what God is doing in the nations and encourage us as Hope Rock Church in our mission.

Welcome to the message, “Hosea: Declaring God's Incredible Love” in the series “Minor League”.  In this message, Pastor Clint talked about the book of Hosea and the attributes of God's love for His people. We hope that through this message you are impacted by God and you are able to grow closer to Him!   You can watch the message here: https://youtu.be/30pw1tkSgWE

It's important to declare the Word of the LORD. Stating and repeating sentences to affirm something is putting you in place of being powerful by way of self. Declaring God's Word put Him in place because HE is all powerful and allows Him to be God. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tasha-mack9/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tasha-mack9/support

Prevailing in prayer through God's promises, as outlined in His Word, can personally transform your world and surroundings. Explore ways and means of persisting in praying according to God's promises.

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A new MP3 sermon from Grace Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Declaring God's Mighty Power to Save Sinners (Part 2) Subtitle: 1 Peter Speaker: Nicholas Claxton Broadcaster: Grace Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 12/10/2023 Bible: 1 Peter 2:9 Length: 39 min.

Declaring God's favor and peace over your life.PRAYER BOOKS HERE

Preaching: Mike RothThe notion of evolution precedes science. In its earliest form, evolution, from the Latin evolutio, referred to “unrolling,” meaning opening out or development. This idea—that life, this world, people, and even consciousness are ever-becoming—is consistent with what we see when we look back at human history. Over time, earlier forms of anything that continues to exist have developed and diversified. With this in mind, this sermon series has three aims. First, it intends to explore the development and diversification of Christian thought. Second, it will trace the roots of contemporary Christian thought in the ancient heart and way of Jesus. Third, it will celebrate the evolution of Divine Love, which is always propelling humankind forward into ever-more love and inclusion.Pearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

In episode 3 of this new series, we're looking at stories of how God rescues his loved ones, starting with the story of Noah from Genesis. This episode features chapter 8 from the Passion Translation. Listen in as Joshua Marcengill leads you on a powerful encounter journey in this new episode. Dive deeper into the subject of encounters with the book by your host Josh Marcengill. "Encounters: Pressing Into Your Abundant Heavenly Supply" - Paperback, Kindle, Scribd, Spanish Version On our website, you can find Notebooks and Journals designed to help you receive the invitation from Jesus and cultivate the encounters lifestyle. Join our cause to help everyone receive more encounters with God... you can also receive one on one encounter-counseling, coaching and/or consulting for teams at www.abundantencounters.com We're on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/abundantencounters Join and share your encounter experiences to encourage and edify others on our facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/abundantencounters Music Credit Artist =  Moments Song = Endless Time and licensed through soundstripe https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/13543 Scripture quotes are from The Passion Translation®. Copyright © 2017, 2018 by Passion & Fire Ministries, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.ThePassionTranslation.com. Visit our website www.abundantencounters.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/abundantencounters/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/abundantencounters/support

By Pastor Dan NashAscending into the heavenlies by faithWe sing in the heavenlies with the whole churchGod's Word cuts us up and rearranges us by the Word expressed in Psalms, hymns, read and summarized [creeds]We bring praise and petitions to our Loving Father in His presenceThe sermon is the Gospel applied through teachingWe bring the tribute offering which represents the gifts of what our lives produce and multiply.

Being used by God requires inward humility and exaltation of Jesus as King. It's the only way being used by the Lord can work. Today we'll take a deeper dive in our own hearts and examine who is actually enthroned there.   Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Corinthians 10:31, and today's worship is Shepherd Of My Soul by Rivers & Robots. -- Thank you so much for listening to today's devotional.  As you go about your day today, look for one way that you can proclaim God's glory to others. It could be choosing peace in the midst of trials. It could be showing forgiveness and mercy when someone wrongs you. It could be sharing who God is to you with another. Whatever it is, seek to declare God's glory in a meaningful, authentic way today.    Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe if today's devotional  was meaningful for you.    Have a wonderful rest of your day, and may God bless you as you seek him.