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Mark 15:1-15 Jesus on Trial by Mike Deguzman 1. The Foundation of Resurrection Romans 10:9 Acts 2:22-24 Acts 3:14-15 Acts 17:31 1 Corinthians 15:14 1 Corinthians 15:17 Matthew 26:57-58 2. The Trials Leading to Crucifixion Luke 22:44 2 Corinthians 5:21 Romans 5:8 3. The Trials Leading to Decision John 1:29b-30 Matthew 16:16 John 1:1-3 John 1:14 John 20:25b John 20:28 John 11:27 Luke 2:11 Luke 15:2 Luke 22:70 Mark 15:39 Matthew 27:4a Luke 23:14 Luke 4:34 Matthew 3:17b Romans 1:4 Application: 1. Jesus is _________________

4/20/2025 - Luke 24:1-12 - Guest Pastor Mark ReschkeSermon Videohttps://youtu.be/m_WoCzNFZwsFull Worship Servicehttps://youtu.be/sBD9w82k4zgChildren's Message (Video)https://youtu.be/JQI9ojbx3tw~~Recent Videos:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/recent~~Prayer Requests:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/prayers~~Visit our web site to learn more about Faith Lutheran Church. Watch View past worship services, sermons, bible studies, and devotions.https://www.faithmoorpark.com/~~Support Faith Lutheran Church:Online Giving:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/giving~~Faith Lutheran Church is part of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod (LCMS) located in Moorpark, California.

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Message “Jesus' Easter Promises” Scripture: Acts 13:32, 37-40 Pastor Phil Whetstone March 16, 2025

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3/9/2025 - Luke 4:1-13 - Pastor Ernie JeongSermon Videohttps://youtu.be/C0480-qzxeUFull Worship Servicehttps://youtu.be/DrSrQS_aioUAnnouncementshttps://youtu.be/8gGGhRtMslEChildren's Message (Video)https://youtu.be/Rm58ReDJwzg~~Recent Videos:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/recent~~Prayer Requests:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/prayers~~Visit our web site to learn more about Faith Lutheran Church. Watch View past worship services, sermons, bible studies, and devotions.https://www.faithmoorpark.com/~~Support Faith Lutheran Church:Online Giving:https://www.faithmoorpark.com/giving~~Faith Lutheran Church is part of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod (LCMS) located in Moorpark, California.

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This sermon explores the biblical and historical evidence affirming that Jesus is God, addressing common doubts and misconceptions both in the early church and today. Through scripture, the Megiddo Mosaic, and Jesus' teachings as the Good Shepherd, Pastor Logan emphasizes the importance of fully recognizing and trusting in Christ's divine nature.

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Today's Message:  Jesus, the Master of the FeastJohn 2:1-11

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This Week's Message: Jesus and the Cosmic War Matt Murphy • 1.19.25 Want to listen to the entire message from Sunday? - Visit ⁠gfcnow.com/messages⁠ or listen to this podcast feed. Let us know what you think about this podcast - Send your comments/questions for a future episode to ⁠ ⁠. Please take 30 seconds to subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify! New to GFC? We'd love to get to know you! Text NEWHERE (one word) to 94000; we'll follow up with you this week. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@gfcnow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This Sunday we are going to crawl inside of one of the most dramatic scenes in the gospels. Somehow Jesus' doodles in the dirt inspire an angry religious mob to drop their rocks. Not only will we unpack this juicy encounter but we will also consider what it has to say about the relationship between Jesus, the Bible, and the church. This one's going to be spicy. Be sure to join us,

Prince of Peace Welcome To BARAH MINISTRIES a Christian Church Rory Clark Pastor-Teacher Good Morning! Welcome to Barah Ministries...an intimate, local Christian Church with a worldwide impact. My name is Pastor Rory Clark. Thanks for listening to this Bible... for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1894

Bill Allen - Sunday, December 22, 2024

Bill Allen - Sunday, December 22, 2024

Christmas Message - Jesus Fulfilled Prophesies, Why It Matters for Everyone!Title: Prophecies of Jesus Christ Fulfilled in the Old TestamentSummary:The Bible contains numerous Old Testament prophecies that were fulfilled in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. These predictions, written centuries before His birth, point to His divine identity and mission. Here are key categories and verses illustrating these fulfillments:1. Birth of Jesus ChristProphecy: Born of a virginOld Testament: "Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14)Fulfillment: "Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel." (Matthew 1:22-23)Prophecy: Born in BethlehemOld Testament: "But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah... from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel." (Micah 5:2)Fulfillment: "Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king." (Matthew 2:1)2. Life of Jesus ChristProphecy: A prophet like MosesOld Testament: "The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you." (Deuteronomy 18:15)Fulfillment: "This is indeed the Prophet who is to come into the world!" (John 6:14)Prophecy: Performing miracles and healingOld Testament: "Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped." (Isaiah 35:5-6)Fulfillment: "The blind receive their sight and the lame walk, lepers are cleansed and the deaf hear." (Matthew 11:5)3. Crucifixion of Jesus ChristProphecy: Pierced for our transgressionsOld Testament: "But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities." (Isaiah 53:5)Fulfillment: "But one of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and at once there came out blood and water." (John 19:34)Prophecy: Casting lots for His garmentsOld Testament: "They divide my garments among them, and for my clothing they cast lots." (Psalm 22:18)Fulfillment: "When they had crucified him, they divided his garments among them by casting lots." (Matthew 27:35)4. Resurrection of Jesus ChristProphecy: He would not see decayOld Testament: "For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol, or let your holy one see corruption." (Psalm 16:10)Fulfillment: "He foresaw and spoke about the resurrection of the Christ, that he was not abandoned to Hades, nor did his flesh see corruption." (Acts 2:31)Prophecy: Victorious over deathOld Testament: "He will swallow up death forever." (Isaiah 25:8)Fulfillment: "Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?" (1 Corinthians 15:54-55)These prophecies reinforce the divine foreknowledge of Christ's role in God's plan for salvation, fulfilling promises given throughout the Scriptures.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/christian-talk-daily-bible-study--5139976/support.

Gerald introduced God's scroll that Jesus alone is worthy to open and read. We see in John's vision in Revelation 5 that we can trust Jesus's sacrificial love for us even when we're not getting all the answers we want. Like John, our King will reveal to us the knowledge we need to serve Him! October 6th, 2024 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/
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When we hear how Jesus describes himself to the church in Ephesus, we are reminded of something that has been true since the beginning of the world: God wants to be in the same place as the people he loves! Dr.Sarah Hall | Sept 1, 2024 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/
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Is Your Life's Focus on Jesus the Narrow Door and the Only Door to Your Eternal Life? MESSAGE SUMMARY: From the Gospel of Luke (12:49-56): “Jesus the Narrow Door” Introduction from “Jesus the Divider”:  While Jesus does bring us “Peace”, Jesus tells us that His ways are not always our ways; and Jesus does not always bring us “Peace”. In the world, we have tribulation; but Jesus has overcome the world. In Jesus, we do have “Peace”; but when we do stand with and for Jesus, “division” and conflict are created. In this passage from Luke 12, Jesus wants His followers to know that following Him will have a cost in terms of conflict and worldly tribulation. Many in and of the world will not tolerate our communication of the Gospel. Jesus is not saying that “division” is good. Rather, Jesus, in John 17:22-23, expresses His desire, to the Father, for His followers to all be at one with Him and the Father. However, Jesus is warning us that “division” is inevitable because we are human and sinners. Jesus ends His message to those assembled, in Luke 12:54-56, with: “He also said to the crowds, ‘When you see a cloud rising in the west, you say at once, ‘A shower is coming.' And so it happens. And when you see the south wind blowing, you say, ‘There will be scorching heat,' and it happens. You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of earth and sky, but why do you not know how to interpret the present time?'". In this passage, Jesus was pointing toward His purpose on earth and the cross; but no one understood His message at the time period of His teaching in Luke – they could not read God's signs. Do we see and follow God's signs, or do we miss them and become party to creating “divisions”? Today's Message -- Jesus the Narrow Door: In our Gospel focus from Luke 13:22-30, Jesus was pointing His earthly ministry toward Jerusalem, the Cross, Resurrection, and His Ascension. Jesus was asked, in Luke 13:23-25, a pivotal question; and He responded: “And someone said to him, ‘Lord, will those who are saved be few?' And he said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,' then he will answer you, ‘I do not know where you come from.'”". It's not that Jesus doesn't want all to be saved, it's just that the “gate”, to our Salvation, is “narrow” and difficult to enter. As Paul tells us in 1 Timothy 2:3-4, that Jesus wants all people to be saved: “This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.". However, all people will not be saved because some will not come to Jesus – they don't want to be saved. In Luke 13:26-30, those rejected by the master of the house argue for admission: “” Then you will begin to say, ‘We ate and drank in your presence, and you taught in our streets.' But he will say, ‘I tell you; I do not know where you come from. Depart from me, all you workers of evil!' In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God but you yourselves cast out. And people will come from east and west, and from north and south, and recline at table in the kingdom of God. And behold, some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last.”". Jesus is the “narrow door” and the “gate” by which we enter the Kingdom of God and our Salvation. Jesus Himself tells us in John 10:9-10: “I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”. We have been given the job, by Jesus in Matthew 28:18-20, to help others find the “narrow door”. As believers in the Gospel and followers of Jesus, we are invited, in Revelation 19:9-10, to the “Marriage Super of the Lamb”: ““And the angel said to me, ‘Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.' And he said to me, ‘These are the true words of God.' Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, ‘You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.' For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.”". Is your focus on Jesus, the ”Narrow Door”, that is the only way to the Kingdom of God and your Eternal Life?     TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM RIGHTEOUS IN GOD'S EYES. God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Luke 12:49-56; John 16:36; John 17:22-23; John 14:27; Luke 13:22-30; 2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:3-4; Matthew 7:13-14; Hebrews 11:1-40; John 10:9-10; Matthew 28:18-20; Revelation 19:9-10; Psalms 33a:1-11.  SCRIPTURE REFERENCE SEARCH: www.AWFTL.org/bible-search/ WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “When Jesus Asked You: “Whom do you say that I am?”, Did You Answer Jesus: “You are my God and the Lord of my Life!”?”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

The Sheep of the Good Shepherd Psalm 86:5Serve God --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aei-leon/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aei-leon/support

Jesus is the first fruits of the resurrection! If we want to know what our bodies will be like when we rise from the dead, we look at Jesus after he rose from the dead. That brings us hope! Rev. Peter Lebhar | April 7, 2024 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/ Watch the Livestream youtube.com/live/ZSeuKYY3J2w

The Message Jesus shared impacted the lives of the disciples after the ascension.  It impacted how they lived, how they loved, and it changed their minds in how they thought.  It was the coming of the Holy Spirit that really fueled the power to express these changes from the inside out.  The good, the bad, the ugly, all of it was on display as they continued to learn and grow. What can we learn from their stories?   Watch today's ‘edited' message on YOUTUBE:  https://youtu.be/-kHxOwbMTwo   or LISTEN to it on our PODCAST https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-zenker   ***Love what you are hearing?  DONATE TODAY AND HELP KEEP THIS GOING:   Hope Fellowship:   https://hopefellowshipycc.com/donate/   Growing In Grace Canada:  https://square.link/u/QcTAIu0c https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XHQ9UTBPTKDPW     FOR MORE TOPICS & CONTENT, TUNE IN HERE: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelZenker Weekly Blog: https://mikezenker.blog/   Hope Fellowship, Your Community Church Website: www.hopefellowshipycc.com FACEBOOK  https://www.facebook.com/hopefellowshipycc   Growing In Grace Canada YouTube:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKfv-9uArQHIzcebDIyS8F3nj2MF_FV-H FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/growingingraceministriescanada  Web: www.growingingrace.ca Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AvFWO7epyVeIuNf5WHFRD

Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!Today's Message: Jesus, the Manifestation of God (John 1:14-34) with Rev. Cam AbellIf you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

Jesus lives out God's instructions perfectly, even when it is hard. Today we watch him honoring his mother in the middle of a very bad day. Dr.Sarah Hall | March 11, 2024 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/ Watch the Livestream youtube.com/live/ZSeuKYY3J2w

Come study God's Word with us! Pastor Lance Sparks continues our study on The Practical Precepts for Building a Biblical Marriage. We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.

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Thanks for checking out this week's Podcast. This week, Pastor Fred Driscoll presented the message titled… “Jesus - Encounters That Change.” If you're looking for next steps, please head to our website at https://www.wordoflifeag.org/

Gregg

Jeff Klein

I recorded on Sunday 28th January 2024 at Newcastle Holy Cross a talk entitled ‘Jesus Makes A Difference'. I hope this gives you encouragement and strength for your journey ahead.

Has confusion or worry ever gotten the better of you? Have you doubted the faithfulness of God to lead you to all truth? Hear from our children's sermon on how Jesus reveals the patience, kindness and love of the Father to know what we need before we even ask him, and to meet us in our needs! Jeremiah Simpson | January 21, 2024 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/ Watch the Livestream youtube.com/live/ZSeuKYY3J2w

I recorded on Sunday 14th January 2024 at Newcastle Holy Cross an encouraging talk entitled ‘Jesus : Yesterday Today and Forever'. I hope this blesses you and gives you encouragement for your journey.

Gregg

1/14/2024 - John 1:43-51 - Pastor Ernie Jeong Sermon Video https://youtu.be/ekrUp8KWBx8 Full Worship Service https://youtu.be/ig4h-qUrgds Announcements https://youtu.be/_PTPjY_Gppw Children's Message (Video) https://youtu.be/_pCM33IPvkg ~~ Recent Videos: https://www.faithmoorpark.com/recent ~~ Prayer Requests: https://www.faithmoorpark.com/prayers ~~ Visit our web site to learn more about Faith Lutheran Church. Watch View past worship services, sermons, bible studies, and devotions. https://www.faithmoorpark.com/ ~~ Support Faith Lutheran Church: Online Giving: https://www.faithmoorpark.com/giving ~~ Faith Lutheran Church is part of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod (LCMS) located in Moorpark, California.

Charlotte

Gregg DeMey

Sunday, December 31, 2023 Luke 5:15-26

Welcome to church online!Today's Message: Jesus, The Light of Life and Glory (Isaiah 9:1-7) with Pastor Jon Dillon, Discipleship If you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23, GNT On this last day of the church year, before the first Sunday of Advent, we celebrate Christ the King Sunday. But when was the first Christ the King Sunday? What was going on in the world that made it necessary? Pastor Clay the Church Nerd is here to help us understand and draw some parallels from the time of the Apostle Paul, the time of Pope Pius XI, and our modern day. Let us be reminded that Jesus was the king in the beginning, will be the king in the end, and even now He is king.  Connect with the Canton UMC!

Jesus is deeply moved, with anger at death, as Lazarus‘s family grieves. And he's ready to do something about it. Dr.Sarah Hall | September 24, 2023 ----------------------------------------------- We're Incarnation Tallahassee! Visit our website! www.incarnationtallahassee.org/ Watch the Livestream youtube.com/live/ZSeuKYY3J2w

Is Your Life's Focus on Jesus the Narrow Door and the Only Door to Your Eternal Life? MESSAGE SUMMARY: From the Gospel of Luke (12:49-56): “Jesus the Narrow Door” Introduction from “Jesus the Divider”:  While Jesus does bring us “Peace”, Jesus tells us that His ways are not always our ways; and Jesus does not always bring us “Peace”. In the world, we have tribulation; but Jesus has overcome the world. In Jesus, we do have “Peace”; but when we do stand with and for Jesus, “division” and conflict are created. In this passage from Luke 12, Jesus wants His followers to know that following Him will have a cost in terms of conflict and worldly tribulation. Many in and of the world will not tolerate our communication of the Gospel. Jesus is not saying that “division” is good. Rather, Jesus, in John 17:22-23, expresses His desire, to the Father, for His followers to all be at one with Him and the Father. However, Jesus is warning us that “division” is inevitable because we are human and sinners. Jesus ends His message to those assembled, in Luke 12:54-56, with: “He also said to the crowds, ‘When you see a cloud rising in the west, you say at once, ‘A shower is coming.' And so it happens. And when you see the south wind blowing, you say, ‘There will be scorching heat,' and it happens. You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of earth and sky, but why do you not know how to interpret the present time?'". In this passage, Jesus was pointing toward His purpose on earth and the cross; but no one understood His message at the time period of His teaching in Luke – they could not read God's signs. Do we see and follow God's signs, or do we miss them and become party to creating “divisions”? Today's Message -- Jesus the Narrow Door: In our Gospel focus from Luke 13:22-30, Jesus was pointing His earthly ministry toward Jerusalem, the Cross, Resurrection, and His Ascension. Jesus was asked, in Luke 13:23-25, a pivotal question; and He responded: “And someone said to him, ‘Lord, will those who are saved be few?' And he said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,' then he will answer you, ‘I do not know where you come from.'”". It's not that Jesus doesn't want all to be saved, it's just that the “gate”, to our Salvation, is “narrow” and difficult to enter. As Paul tells us in 1 Timothy 2:3-4, that Jesus wants all people to be saved: “This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.". However, all people will not be saved because some will not come to Jesus – they don't want to be saved. In Luke 13:26-30, those rejected by the master of the house argue for admission: “” Then you will begin to say, ‘We ate and drank in your presence, and you taught in our streets.' But he will say, ‘I tell you; I do not know where you come from. Depart from me, all you workers of evil!' In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God but you yourselves cast out. And people will come from east and west, and from north and south, and recline at table in the kingdom of God. And behold, some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last.”". Jesus is the “narrow door” and the “gate” by which we enter the Kingdom of God and our Salvation. Jesus Himself tells us in John 10:9-10: “I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”. We have been given the job, by Jesus in Matthew 28:18-20, to help others find the “narrow door”. As believers in the Gospel and followers of Jesus, we are invited, in Revelation 19:9-10, to the “Marriage Super of the Lamb”: ““And the angel said to me, ‘Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.' And he said to me, ‘These are the true words of God.' Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, ‘You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.' For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.”". Is your focus on Jesus, the ”Narrow Door”, that is the only way to the Kingdom of God and your Eternal Life?   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FORGIVEN. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Luke 12:49-56; John 16:36; John 17:22-23; John 14:27; Luke 13:22-30; 2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:3-4; Matthew 7:13-14; Hebrews 11:1-40; John 10:9-10; Matthew 28:18-20; Revelation 19:9-10; Psalms 33a:1-11. SCRIPTURE REFERENCE SEARCH: www.AWFTL.org/bible-search/ WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – Is Your Faith Yours, or Is Your Faith a Faith Derivative of the Faith of Others?: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Message |  Jesus' followers were taught by Him for years. He repeatedly told them that He would die but would be resurrected. However, they didn't believe Him. When He resurrected, they were in shock and disbelief. Jesus chastised them because of their disbelief. Because of their disbelief, He had to spend 40 days with them post-resurrection proving to them that He was truly alive. Before we judge them, what about us? How many times has God told us about our calling, but we didn't believe Him? On this Resurrection Sunday let's examine disbelief, so that we can believe God about our calling. Faith Leaders | A ministry training and mentorship program designed to help you develop your unique form and style of ministry that God has placed in your heart, so that the people whom you are called to lead can experience the desired transformation that God has for them. Enoll | http://faithLeaders.io   Partner with Me |  https://amosjohnsonjr.com/partner  Join my Online Community | https://amosjohnsonjr.com/join      

Pastor Bucky finishes our series called "Jesus is NOT boring" with a message titled "Build to Last!"Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

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