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Jesus Remember Me by Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church

Send me a Text Message!When it comes to living God's dream for our lives, the journey to become  someone great, a true follower of Jesus; sometimes we focus so much on the process, all the stages that we have to master, all the different things we have to learn to  do right, that we lose sight of the motivating passion that inspires us to keep going no matter how many times we fall & fail. Our motivating passion gives us no other choic, something inside just won't let us stop. I think we begin to find that motivating passion when we ask the question, "Will Jesus remember me?"

A Sunday Sermon edition of Wilderness Wanderings!  The text is Luke 23:32-43. Dive In discussion questions are below for further reflection! To see this sermon in the context of the worship service it comes from, find it here on YouTube.  Or, head to our website to connect with the worshiping community of Immanuel CRC: immanuelministries.ca What does Paradise mean to you? How did the sermon invite us to re-imagine it? Consider what ways you have acted like the folks around the cross. How do you see such actions played out in society today? What is indicated by the word ‘Today' as used in by Jesus on the cross? What happens when Jesus' touches us? How can the ‘Today' of the kingdom happen among us?

Luke 23:32-43 - Michael Abrams, Campus Pastor

On All Saints Sunday, we honor those whose lives have shown us glimpses of God's kingdom on earth and hold on to the hope of an eternal home, where love and life continue beyond all bounds. At both services, we will observe the Sacrament of Communion and candle lighting in honor of loved ones who know live in the eternal fullness of Christ.

Dennis Estep delivers a sermon for the Chapter & Verse of the Month!

A new MP3 sermon from Westminster Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Jesus, Remember Me! Subtitle: Luke, Gospel of Amazement Speaker: Dr. Michael A. Rogers Broadcaster: Westminster Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 4/1/2012 Bible: Luke 23:32-43 Length: 28 min.

Sermon By: Bob O'Bannon on: 03-29-2024 Over Luke 23:39-43

“Jesus, Remember Me” from 2024-03-24 by Matt Matthews.

“Seeing the Real Jesus - Remember: The Last Supper” Mark 14:22-25, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17, 1 Corinthians 11:26 Rev. John Allen continues our Lent message series exploring the meaning of Jesus' Last Supper. Recorded live at Stonebridge United Methodist Church in McKinney, Texas. For more information, please visit www.mysumc.org.

Today, I'm going to talk about how to become a “10x” disciple.  If you are listening to the program you want to be a man or woman who multiplies whatever God gives you.  You want to appear before God loaded with the fruit of a life well lived.  Like the servant who took one Mina and turned it into 10 more, you want to please God with the work of your hands and content of your hear.  How do you do that?  I'll be talking about that and how prayer is the first step to becoming a “10x” disciple.  Prayer Bench Mentioned in the Podcast: https://a.co/d/3Iq3KZ9   Transcript The First “10x” Disciple Jesus prepared his disciples for his departure by telling this story in Luke 19:12-17 12 He said: “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed king and then to return. 13 So he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Put this money to work,' he said, ‘until I come back.'14 “But his subjects hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We don't want this man to be our king.'15 “He was made king, however, and returned home. Then he sent for the servants to whom he had given the money, in order to find out what they had gained with it.16 “The first one came and said, ‘Sir, your mina has earned ten more.'17 “‘Well done, my good servant!' his master replied. ‘Because you have been trustworthy in a very small matter, take charge of ten cities.'  Luke 19:12-17 Jesus revealed that he would go away and return as King.  There would be little if any supervision.  His servants would be left only with one mina, worth about three months wages, and the knowledge that their master would someday return.  Out of the ten who received a mina, one servant came back with ten more minas than when he started.  He multiplied the gift ten times or “10x.”  This man is the original “10x” disciple.     Reading this passage recently, I thought to myself, that's the kind of disciple I want to be.  I want to be able to multiply his gifts ten times or more.  Whatever he gives me, I want to make more of it.  I would guess that if you are reading or listening to this, you feel the same way.  So, what does it take to be a multiplying disciple or a “10x” disciple?  That's the subject of this series. First of all,   A 10x Disciple Is A Man Of Prayer Prayer turns ordinary mortals into men of power. It brings power. It brings fire. It brings rain. It brings life. It brings God. Samuel Chadwick   4 In return for my friendship they accuse me,     but I am a man of prayer.  Psalm 109:4 How do you want to be known?  Can you say of yourself, “I am a man of prayer?”  For many men, this is the hardest challenge of all and yet it's absolutely necessary if we want to multiply the gifts that God has given us.  Prayer Is Necessary For Revival.  They all joined together constantly in prayer,  Acts 1:14 They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.  Acts 2:42 Consistent and intentional prayer powered the explosive growth of the early church.  The same will be true today.  Jesus said that “apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5).  In the wake of the pandemic, there is nothing more important than men of prayer both individually and even more importantly together with other men of prayer.  In order for our church to thrive, we have to devote ourselves to prayer like never before.  That's why we are devoting 30 minutes every midweek to crying out to God for revival. Heartfelt Prayer is Needed 3 They said to me, “Those who survived the exile and are back in the province are in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire.”  4 When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven.   Nehemiah 1:3-4 Nehemiah was broken when he considered the situation his people were in.  He himself enjoyed comfort and privilege.  However, his heart went out to his own people and the shame and disgrace they were facing.  His first response was not forming a plan or trying out a new technique, it was letting his emotions feel.  He let the hurt in.  He thought about the situation.  He first went to prayer and only later did he come up with a plan to save his people.  Just as Jesus displayed forty days in the desert praying and fasting, prayer precedes all our plans and efforts.   Patient and Persevering Prayer is Needed 10 Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.  Daniel 6:10 Daniel's enemies had made it against the law to pray to anyone but King Darius.  Daniel ignored the law and maintained his devotion to God in prayer.  What was the result?  He was thrown into a den of lions-and then rescued! “…When Daniel was lifted from the den, no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.”  Daniel 6:23b Daniel had a prayer habit.  He forced himself to pray three times a day.  He persevered when he was busy, tired and overwhelmed.  He never quit praying and God delivered him.  This is the prayer of a multiplying disciple of Jesus. So often, we don't pray because we get anxious, run out of things to say, feel awkward or our minds run wild.  We aren't in shape spiritually and so our prayer lives are brief, sporadic and shallow.  Blaise Pascal was right when he wrote, “All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” There is no shortcut to being a man of prayer without discipling yourself to sit, kneel or stand in the presence of God consistently.  Here are some things that help me: ·       Dedicate time each day for prayer ·       Set a timer ·       Get a kneeling bench ·       Keep in mind Satan doesn't want you to pray ·       Don't give in to anxiety and worry, let it be.  Don't give in to impulses (coffee, phone, checking on things etc.) ·       Take some deep breaths ·       Think about Jesus ·       Remember that the “Great I Am” is with you (Matthew 28:20) ·       Don't beat yourself up if you aren't “good” at prayer ·       Ask for what you want, not for what you should want ·       Develop prayer to the point it becomes enjoyable ·       Keep a journal of things to pray for ·       Pray for other people, especially your own family ·       Ask God for revival for the church Just like no one starts out massive the first time in the gym, no one is powerful in prayer initially.  It takes time, effort, patience and perseverance.  Over time you will become a “man of prayer.”  Men and women of prayer are what's needed in this day and age we live in.  There is nothing more powerful than prayer that moves God, the most powerful being in the universe.  Prayer is the most highly leveraged activity you can do every day. When we lived in Tokyo, I went through a period of barrenness.  I wanted to save more souls, but nothing was happening.  One night at midweek I announced that I was starting a prayer group once a week before work to pray that God would help us to save souls.  About six other disciples joined and we met for an hour every week.  In the next six months that group of six people helped 13 people become Christians and two married couples got baptized on the same day.  A multiplying disciple or a “10x” disciple is a praying disciple.  Devote yourself to growing in your prayer life.  In time you will see the fruit of a powerful life of prayer.

“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” — Luke 22:42 While they are dying by crucifixion, one of the two criminals next to Jesus says to him, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus replies, “Today you will be with me in paradise.” Have you ever wondered what that's all about? Originally the word for “paradise” referred to an enclosed garden. Later it meant a place where the righteous dead waited for the resurrection. In the book of Revelation it seems to point to the new Jerusalem and the new creation, where God's people will live with the Lord forever. In our reading today, what does Jesus mean by “paradise,” where the criminal will join him that very day? Does he mean a garden? A waiting room? The New Jerusalem? Here's what I wonder: what if “paradise” is right there, right then, on those two crosses on that Friday afternoon? I know, it doesn't sound like paradise. And no one would want to vacation there—not to mention living and dying there. But according to the Bible, when Jesus surrenders his life on the cross—right there, right then—he is in his glory. Right there, right then he is on his throne. Right there, right then he has come into his kingdom, where the Father's will is done on earth, the same as in heaven. And the criminal on the cross nearby is there with him, the first one there with him. Jesus, I want to be with you in your kingdom. So give me enough faith to take up a cross and to carry it to paradise. Amen.

As the disciples make the long walk to Galilea, they share a few of their favorite parables that Jesus shared with them. So, snuggle in for story time, and a few wooly good jokes, on this week's episode.  

This powerful, faith filled, declaration from a criminal. And yet, Jesus grants his request.

Listen as Pastor David Robinson preaches a sermon that is pertinent to the world today and the impact of the truth of the gospel.For the discussion guide to go along with the video:https://gbccambridge.com/sermonsCheck us out online: http://gbccambridge.comInstagram: @gbccambridgeTwitter: @gbccambirdgeFacebook: http://fb.com/gbccambridgeSupport the show

Unpacking the Sermon | Jesus, Remember Me! (Luke 23:26-43) Speaker: Pastor Tim Evans Every Tuesday morning, Pastor Tim will break from our current Devotional series and take a few moments to review his sermon from this past Sunday. This audio is a production of North Clay Baptist Church. For more information from North Clay Baptist Church, visit our website at www.northclay.org

Packing for Sunday | Jesus, Remember Me! (Luke 23:26-43) Speaker: Pastor Tim Evans Every Friday morning, Pastor Tim will break from our current Devotional series in order to give us some thoughts in preparation for his sermon this coming Sunday. This audio is a production of North Clay Baptist Church. For more information from North Clay Baptist Church, visit our website at www.northclay.org

Why Does Jesus Remember the Passover? - Sara Jane Roope - March 30th 2023 (Sages) by Christ Church Winchester

Rev. Jeannette's message on how we never walk alone.

An earnest simple prayer. Why do we call Jesus, King? What does it mean that he's King? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dan-greg/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dan-greg/support

November 20, 2022 11:30:16 AM Luke 23:32-43

sermon by Rev. Kenneth Walsh based on Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43

Special Edition by OMK FJ Pembawa Renungan : Albertus Gregory Tan – Jakarta Pengantar Renungan : Margaretta Simbolon - Jakarta Sound Editing : Indah Larasati Sirait - Cibinong, Bogor Cover Editing : Anastasia Sonia – Jakarta Luk. 23:35-43.

In Luke 23:39-43, one of the two thieves condemned to die with Jesus joins in the ridicule, blaspheming the crucified Messiah. The other thief challenges and rebukes him for his failure to fear God. He reminded the first thief that, unlike them, Jesus had done nothing wrong. Turning to Jesus, he asked Jesus to remember…

Ps. Judika Sihaloho - Jesus, Remember Me

This morning as we head into Good Friday, Jago spoke from from Luke 23:39-43. Afterwards Jago led a time of prayer, praying for: • The family and close friends of Desislava Grudeva (who passed away earlier this year) • Ourselves that we recognise that we don't have more or less to offer Jesus than the criminal • For all the different services taking place over Easter: Reset, the All-age Good Friday service, the Good Friday service of meditation and the Easter Sunday services.

Father Ben Sharpe Luke 19:29-40 Psalm 118:19-29 Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Psalm 22:1-11 Philippians 2:5-11 Luke 23:1-49

“Be a Window”“To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:”‭‭Colossians‬ ‭1:27‬ ‭KJV‬‬“I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”‭‭Galatians‬ ‭2:20‬ ‭KJVWhen I was a child and someone would stand in front of the television during movie night or one of our favorite shows, the snarky remark to say them was, “You make a better door than a window!”In other words, “Move! I can't see!” This was before rewind tv, if you missed something during the show, you had to wait until the re-run or be lucky enough to have a VCR tape in to record it. In regards to our walk with Christ, are we standing in the way? Are we allowing others to see Him through us? As a younger Christian, much of my focus was on myself - my victories, my prayers being answered, my healing, my blessings, my dreams, my calling, and so forth.As I've walked with the Lord for several years now, my priorities have changed. I've begun to realize that it's not about me. Jesus was our prime example - He who thought it not robbery to be equal with God took upon Him the form of a servant! Paul was continually identifying as a servant of Christ, going so far as to say that he was being poured out as a drink offering for those under his care.I want to encourage you today! Be a window! Allow others to see Jesus through you. How? By becoming a servant! The Bible says the greatest among you is the greatest servant. :) In a world where people's cameras are always running both figuratively and literally looking most times to catch you doing something wrong, let them catch you doing something right - serving, giving, imitating Christ! It's so easy to be a door, to be conformed to this world, allowing its influence to mold us - “look at my house, look at my car, look at my new hairstyle,” etc. and there's nothing wrong perse with any of these things, but they serve as doors, barring others' view from what's important JESUS! Be encouraged today! Be a window! What we make happen for others, God will make happen for us! In other words, Move out of the way, ;) the world needs Jesus :) Remember, What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!In Christ, Joshua Scott Zeitz“Therefore become imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]; and walk continually in love [that is, value one another—practice empathy and compassion, unselfishly seeking the best for others], just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and sacrifice to God [slain for you, so that it became] a sweet fragrance.”‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭5:1-2‬ ‭AMP‬‬Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joshzeitz)

In Revelation chapter 2, Jesus gives a message to seven churches. Today, we look at the message to the church in Ephesus. Jesus praised them for several things, but He also rebuked them for leaving their first love. We'll learn about the three things necessary to return to Jesus: Remember, Repent, & Return. (Revelation 2:2-5)

In Revelation chapter 2, Jesus gives a message to seven churches. Today, we look at the message to the church in Ephesus. Jesus praised them for several things, but He also rebuked them for leaving their first love. We'll learn about the three things necessary to return to Jesus: Remember, Repent, & Return. (Revelation 2:2-5)

Listen to this encouraging prayer; it will give you hope and inspiration during all the trials and triumphs in your life.

Matt Whitt

4.2.21 Tim's Daily Bread Devotional Hymn — Jesus, Remember Me by FUMCFW

Jesus, Remember Me! - Yanah Browning - 22.11.20 by Holy Trinity Church

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  Script: We’re back in our study of the gospel of John this week looking at the last section of chapter 5, from verse 30-47, entitled in the ESV, “Witnesses to Jesus” Remember the context here. The Jewish leadership, Pharisees, Sadducees, and the rest of the Sanhedrin, are all upset because Jesus healed a man […]

Today's Bible Translation Bible translation used in today's episode: Ch. 17 NKJV, Ch. 18-19 NIV Support Very special thanks to Denise Inglis for her generous donation! Please remember that this is a listener supported show. Your support of any amount is needed and very much appreciated. Find out how by clicking here. Thoughts Did anything strike you as strange when you heard the reaction from Peter, James and John when Jesus told them not to tell anyone about what they had seen on the mountain, when Moses and Elijah appeared and spoke with Jesus? Remember, he told them not to tell anyone, until the Son of Man is risen from the dead.  And what did they say? “Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?” I think my first reaction would have been, “Risen from the what?!? What do you mean, risen from the dead?” I don’t know. Maybe they did say something like that, but we are only told of the discussion of Elijah. Yeah, that’s probably it.  And then later in chapter seventeen, Jesus again told them of his death and resurrection. “Now while they were staying in Galilee, Jesus said to them, 'The Son of Man is about to be betrayed into the hands of men, and they will kill Him, and the third day He will be raised up.' And they were exceedingly sorrowful.” Now, of course, I understand their sadness at hearing that their friend, their rabbi, their LORD was going to be killed, but again, they completely missed the most important part: and the third day He will be raised up. I think I would’ve said, “Raised up? What do you mean, raised up?” They just let the most important event in the history of mankind slip right by them. Maybe it was just so huge that their minds had no idea how to process the words. But beloved, those are the words…that was to be the event that would change EVERYTHING for anyone who believed! NOTHING in all of history would surpass this coming event!  Sometimes we don’t see the things that are the most important. We get stuck in our own little self-constructed mindset, and when something really huge comes along we don’t see it because it doesn’t fit our view of the world. The disciples could not grasp the idea of Jesus coming back to life, so it seems to have gone completely over their heads.  Let’s pray that God opens our eyes, beloved. Let’s ask Him to make us aware of His will and His moving in our lives. 

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Sunday Message with Pastor Shawn Scarborough :: 04-05-2020

Sunday Message with Pastor Shawn Scarborough :: 04-05-2020

Jump start your week with a Jump Start REWIND, read by Roger Shouse.

Welcome to church! We're glad you could join with hundreds of others to listen to this message. Every week at The King's Church Mid-Sussex we prepare a message from The Bible. We believe Jesus is the answer to every question and the want of every heart. We hope and pray that this message will help you connect with God and grow in faith and understanding. We'd love to get to know you! If you'd like to find out more about the Christian faith, our church or to get involved please visit: https://www.tkc.org.uk/connect The King's Church Mid-Sussex is a church based in Burgess Hill. We exist to love God, love people and see lives and communities transformed.

Sermon for the Reign of Christ Today we celebrate the Reign of Christ. Reverend Shelley McVea preaches on how God will personally take over the care of his people. He will be the shepherd of his people and they will be his flock. He will raise up someone from King David's household who will be righteous and just. Christians see this prophecy as pointing to Jesus, who rules by self-giving love. The first person to enter the eternal realm with Jesus will be a crucified thief. His only request is “Jesus, remember me”. This is enough for Jesus. “Today you will be with me in paradise”. When our hearts are open to God, we too enter the loving reign of our King.

In just two sentences by the thief on the cross, we encounter confession, genuine self-condemnation, astonishment and horror at the state of his fellow criminal’s mind and the ministry of reconciliation as he tries to bring him to his senses, while there’s 60-90 minutes of breath left. Wait! One more thing: His noble testimony to the innocence of Jesus and all the rightfulness of His claims as King of the Jews.

Reverend Joseph Pescatello

Reverend Joseph Pescatello

Feast of Christ the King "Jesus Remember Me" Fr. Mark Kowalewski by St. John's Episcopal Cathedral Los Angeles

We all want to be remembered. It means that we matter, we belong, we exist. When we are remembered, someone else bears witness to all those things. When we are remembered it is as if our life is being put back together, because it is. That is exactly what is happening. We are being made whole.

Priest. Prophet. King. Offering sacrifice, delivering God’s message and even ruling over nations are anointed actions shown in prefigurements in the Old Testament. People such as Moses and David. The New Testament accounts Jesus as a different kind of leader, as someone who does not desire the worldly platitudes we expect from other priests, prophets and kings of the past. A salvific leader, Christ’s kingdom encompasses a differing vision from temporal reality. The greatest act of power is not merely to command or fix, but to submit to a greater power. Jesus displayed this by surrendering to His Father; by dying on the cross so that the gates of heaven could be opened, allowing reigning mercy for all to become the last word.On a personal level, we hear the words in the gospel, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” We can understand that Jesus can truly reign in our lives and even at the end, when we are brought to our own salvation.

Does it seem strange that, one month before our Christmas celebrations, the Scripture readings focus on Easter death and resurrection? Let us cry out with the thief on the cross, "Jesus, remember me!" (Organ/Choir/Cantata BWV 116 - Christ the King Sunday)

The people stayed there before the cross watching Jesus. As for the leaders, they jeered at him. ‘He saved others,’ they said ‘let him save himself if he is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.’ The soldiers mocked him too, and when they approached to offer vinegar they said, ‘If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself.’ Above him there was an inscription: ‘This is the King of the Jews.’ One of the criminals hanging there abused him. ‘Are you not the Christ?’ he said. ‘Save yourself and us as well.’ But the other spoke up and rebuked him. ‘Have you no fear of God at all?’ he said. ‘You got the same sentence as he did, but in our case we deserved it: we are paying for what we did. But this man has done nothing wrong. Jesus,’ he said ‘remember me when you come into your kingdom.’ ‘Indeed, I promise you,’ he replied ‘today you will be with me in paradise.’Luke 23:35-43Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/frgministry)

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Revd Dr Simon Woodman Good Friday Sermon Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church 19 April 2019 Luke 23.26-56 http://baptistbookworm.blogspot.com/2019/04/jesus-remember-me.html To find out more about Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, check out our website www.bloomsbury.org.uk

Jesus, Remember Me When You Come into Your Kingdom

Fr Ben Sharpe Isaiah 52:13-53:12Psalm 22:1-11 or Ps 22:1-21Philippians 2:5-11Luke (22:39-71) 23:1-49 (50-56)

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Remember when you were little and lived life with childhood innocence. Remember when things were simpler and every person and event didn’t have to pass through a lifetime of filters to reach your heart. Remember when God stirred your heart and with simple faith you believed in Jesus? Remember when. . . . Sometimes in life, we need to push back all the distractions and pressures and just trust in our God. Jesus said, the kingdom of God belongs to those who come to Him with a simple, child-like faith. Remember when?

Little Farms Chapel Sermon

Message from Pastor Steve Khang. We remember our mistakes, our shortcomings, our fears–all the wrong things, but what we need to remember is the identity of the Christ who is with us now! 

On this day of celebrating our freedom, we focus on patriotism and its proper expression in light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. How can we show our patriotism while making much of Jesus? Remember that while we may be earthly citizens of the United States, we are eternally citizens of Heaven. How should we walk in this dichotomy? Let 2 Timothy 2:14-26 be your guide.

A daily devotional through the recorded words Jesus spoke while He walked alongside us. Our website http://alittlewalkwithgod.com. Thanks for joining me today for "A Little Walk with God." I'm your host Richard Agee. Is silent prayer effective? Yep. Is vocal prayer effective? Yep. Is prayer effective? Yep. When it's for the right reason. Scripture John 11:39-42 Jesus: Remove the stone. Martha: Lord, he has been dead four days; the stench will be unbearable. Jesus: Remember, I told you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God. They removed the stone, and Jesus lifted His eyes toward heaven. Jesus: Father, I am grateful that You have heard Me. I know that You are always listening, but I proclaim it loudly so that everyone here will believe You have sent Me. Devotional I know people that are scared to death to pray out loud. They are afraid they'll say the wrong thing. They think someone might think poorly of them because of the words they say. They get their tongues tied and nothing seems to come out right They're afraid they'll forget something they really want to say I know others who think you really need to pray out loud to keep focused during prayer It's too easy to let your mind wander It's easier to gather your thoughts It helps you articulate your praise to God It helps you focus on others instead of yourself It forces you to think more clearly about what you're doing Jesus shows us that prayer is effective no matter how we pray as long as it's for the right reason. “Father, I'm grateful You have heard Me.” But He hasn't said anything out loud yet. He has obviously prayed, but communicated silently with His Father. “I know You are always listening” “I proclaim it loudly so that everyone here will believe You have sent Me.” His vocal prayer is heard so others will know His specific prayer to the Father for Lazarus' resurrection What was all of this about? Everything Jesus did was to bring glory to God He stated before He left for Bethany that His delay and actions would bring glory to His Father All His prayer requests sought direction to give the most glory to God His actions aimed glory to God and not Himself Jesus came to Bethany to bring glory to His Father He would raise Lazarus from the dead He would show He was one with the Father since only God had the power to give life He would point all of those action toward one purpose and one cause Bringing glory to His Father If you want to learn more about my church, you can find us at SAF.church. If you like the devotional, share it with someone. If you don't, tell me. I hope you'll join me again tomorrow for "A Little Walk with God."  

Central UMC, Florence SC

Sermon for Christ the King/Reign of Christ Sunday. It may seem odd to reflect on the crucifixion of Jesus as Advent and Christmas approach. However, the sign placed above his head does read "This is the king...".

The greatest leaders don’t say, “This is how great I am.” The greatest leaders say, “This is how I can serve you.” Jesus always has a different way of looking at things. That is probably one of the greatest reasons I love being a Christian. The true message of Jesus is radical and almost mind-bending. Over and over, Jesus would say, “You’ve heard it said…, but I say…” or “You’ve been taught [that], but I’m teaching you [this].” Many times, these teachings are major ways to view the world. Today’s One Verse is a great example. While on the road traveling from city to city (Galilee to Capernaum this time), the disciples were (once again) arguing with each other. Jesus asked them what they were arguing about, but they were too embarrassed to say. Of course, Jesus already knew. So, He answered their question anyway. The question? Who among us will be the greatest in the Kingdom of Jesus? Remember, they thought Jesus was coming to set up an earthly kingdom and overthrow Rome. In Mark 9:35, Jesus gave the answer: “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” True leadership, the best leadership is servant leadership. Great leaders never say “look at me.” They serve others and let them decide if they are great or not. They don’t stand on the backs of others. They serve. (Makes you wonder about our political process and candidates, doesn’t it? Isn’t this how people get elected? Look at me! I’m great! Vote for me! Interesting.) If you want to be a leader worth following, then serve. It may not look anything like what the world teaches, but by placing others ahead of yourself will actually mean that you become a true leader. (Note: For some that understand true leadership, this idea actually is taught a few places in our world. Even though this Jesus principle was laid out thousands of years ago, the business world is just starting to see the value of servant leadership. A great example is the book Good to Great by Jim Collins.) About One Verse One Verse is a short, free podcast devotional designed to help you grow closer to God through less than 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Consistency trumps intensity. When it comes to working out, eating healthy, or managing our finances, consistency always trumps intensity. We reach our major life goals through small, purposeful steps taken daily. The same is true in our spiritual lives. I truly believe you will grow closer to God by spending just 5 minutes a day with Him versus cramming in an hour once a month. The One Verse Devotional is here to help take away the barriers of spending time with God. Now, during your workout, drive to work, or even shopping for groceries, you can invest in your spiritual life. http://phosphorusproject.com/

We all grew up with heroes in our lives. Some, super heroes or someone in our life that we've called a hero. Many times we even emulate some of the things that we've learned from them. We are now in the Easter season; I have a hero from that story. You see, I know that the real story of Easter is that Jesus died on the cross and then rose on Easter.  But there was a hero that I can relate to. That was the thief on the cross. He was up on that cross because he messed up and was being punished for his crime, but Jesus did nothing and was up there alongside of him.He knew Jesus didn't do anything and was being punished unjustly. But he just said a few words to Jesus "Remember me when you come into your kingdom."  And Jesus being who he is, stopped dying and said "Today thou shalt be with me in paradise." The thief didn't have time to do any anything special but repent, and Jesus stopped dying and forgave him. In Rediscovering Kia, I wrote about my sin, the church found out and it wasn't a pretty sight. I was expecting Christian love from them to help me, pray with me, teach me, and bring me back into the fold. There was gossip, and they tried to bring me before the board. What I'm saying is this, we have to show love even when it's hard to show love, Christ did. He stopped dying for a brief moment to save that thief who knew he was wrong.  I can relate to that thief, I was wrong, I sinned, at that time I needed love to bring me back into the fold, but it didn't happen. Join me Hezekiah L. Montgomery host of The Man In the Mirror and Nichelle Johnson Co-Host on 2/26/16 as we explore our Heroes of the Bible. We'll want you to call in at 917-889-2271 or log in at www.blogtalkradio.com/themaninthemirror and tell us about your bible hero and how they changed your life.    

Song - Jesus Remember Me

This sermon is about the Kingship of Christ. Dr. Bell encourages all to put Christ at the center of all activity this holiday season.

Do you have dead areas in your life that needs the resurrection power of Jesus? Remember that God's timing is perfect and as you wait for the resurrection power to visit those dead areas be sure to give thanks for what He has already done.

Psalms 103:1-5 103 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. 2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: 3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; 4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; 5 Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. KJV

    Jeremiah 3:21 (KJV) 21 A voice was heard upon the high places, weeping and supplications of the children of Israel: for they have perverted their way, and they have forgotten the LORD their God.

Elder Reuben Najera