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Welcome to Day 2658 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Day 2658 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 72:6-14 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2658 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2658 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Today's Wisdom Nugget is titled: A Reign Like Rain, A Compassion Unbound - A Trek Through Psalm 72:6-14 Guthrie Chamberlain: Welcome to Wisdom-Trek, your compass for navigating the profound landscapes of faith and life. I'm your guide, Guthrie Chamberlain, and today, we continue our majestic trek through Psalm 72 in the New Living Translation, delving deeper into its prophetic vision of an ideal king, covering verses 6 through 14. In our last trek, we began this royal psalm, a prayer for a king, which also serves as a profound prophecy of the Messiah's righteous reign. We saw how the psalmist appealed to God to grant the king divine justice and righteousness, enabling him to rule impartially and, most importantly, to give justice to the poor. Now, as we move into this next section, the vision expands dramatically, detailing the pervasive blessing, universal dominion, and boundless compassion that characterize this ideal king's rule. This psalm would have stirred the hearts of ancient Israelites with hope, painting a picture of a ruler truly aligned with God's heart – a king whose reign brings flourishing to the land and protection to the vulnerable, extending his influence far beyond Israel's borders. It points us forward to the ultimate King, Jesus Christ, who perfectly embodies every aspiration of this prayer. So, let's immerse ourselves in this beautiful portrayal of righteous kingship and consider its implications for a world longing for true peace and justice. (Reads Psalm 72:6-8 NLT) May the king's rule be like rain upon the mown grass, like showers that water the earth. May all the godly flourish during his reign; may there be abundant prosperity until the moon is no more. May he rule from sea to sea and from the Euphrates River to the ends of the earth. Guthrie Chamberlain: The psalmist begins by describing the refreshing and life-giving nature of the king's reign: “May the king's rule be like rain upon the mown grass, like showers that water the earth.” This is a powerful and deeply significant metaphor, especially in an ancient agrarian society in the Near East, where rain was absolutely essential for life and prosperity. Imagine a field of grass, freshly mown or parched from drought. When gentle, abundant rain falls upon it, it brings immediate refreshment, new growth, and renewed vitality. The king's rule is envisioned not as a destructive flood or a harsh storm, but as life-giving rain – gentle, pervasive, and beneficial. It brings refreshment and renewal to the land and its people, fostering growth and flourishing. This signifies a reign that is benevolent, restorative, and brings true well-being to all it touches. The direct result of such a reign is flourishing: “May all the godly flourish during his reign; may there be abundant prosperity until the moon is no more.” “The godly” (or “righteous”) are those who align themselves with God's ways, seeking to
March 16 2025 Sunday Your Words Matter / Week 06 / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons ”For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.“ Galatians 5:6 KJV ”For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus, there is no benefit in being circumcised or being uncircumcised. What is important is faith expressing itself in love.“ Galatians 5:6 NLT ”For [if we are] in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith activated and energized and expressed and working through love.“ Galatians 5:6 AMPC ”For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.“ Galatians 6:15 KJV ”It doesn't matter whether we have been circumcised or not. What counts is whether we have been transformed into a new creation.“ Galatians 6:15 NLT ”For neither is circumcision [now] of any importance, nor uncircumcision, but [only] a new creation [the result of a new birth and a new nature in Christ Jesus, the Messiah].“ Galatians 6:15 AMPC ”Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: Ephesians 1:3 KJV ”All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.“ Ephesians 1:3 NLT ”May blessing (praise, laudation, and eulogy) be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) Who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual (given by the Holy Spirit) blessing in the heavenly realm!“ Ephesians 1:3 AMPC ”that in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him:“ Ephesians 1:10 KJV 'And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth. ' Ephesians 1:10 NLT ”[He planned] for the maturity of the times and the climax of the ages to unify all things and head them up and consummate them in Christ, [both] things in heaven and things on the earth. Ephesians 1:10 AMPC ”and hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:“ Ephesians 2:6 KJV ”For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.“ Ephesians 2:6 NLT ”And He raised us up together with Him and made us sit down together [giving us joint seating with Him] in the heavenly sphere [by virtue of our being] in Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One).“ Ephesians 2:6 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
Text: Genesis 27:1-28:5; Various Theme: Are you the kind of person who patiently waits or do you look for the shortcut? While shortcuts often make things worse, this week we'll see how God works in our life even when we blow it by not waiting on Him. Key Verses: Genesis 27:29 (NLT) “May many nations become your servants, and may they bow down to you. May you be the master over your brothers, and may your mother's sons bow down to you. All who curse you will be cursed, and all who bless you will be blessed.” Message Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49372646
Meet the oldest living caterpillar on earth who braves the Arctic and can survive in -90 degrees Fahrenheit! On part one of our 2-part Arctic feature, discover the unique Arctic ecosystems and the plants and creatures God designed to thrive there.Here's our trail map:Where Is the Arctic and What Is It Like?Can Plants Grow in the Arctic?What Caterpillar Braves the Arctic?Do Any Amphibians Live In the Arctic?How Does God Prepare Us for Harsh Conditions?Episode Links:Jill Smith's Book, Nature Unveiled: https://jillsmith.my.canva.site/life-long-learnerGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Arctic Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/arctic-woolly-bear-mothTry CTCMath's simple and effective math lessons: https://ctcmath.com/Explore Apologia's curriculum and classes: https://www.apologia.com/Apologia's Earth Science Curriculum: https://www.apologia.com/shop/apologia-advantage-set-earth-science-with-junior-notebooking-journal/Order Eryn's book, Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:“God is our protection and our strength.He always helps in times of trouble.So we will not be afraid even if the earth shakes,or the mountains fall into the sea,even if the oceans roar and foam,or the mountains shake at the raging sea.”Psalm 46:1-3 (NCV)“By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life…” 2 Peter 1:3 (NLT)“May he (God) equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to him. All glory to him forever and ever! Amen.” Hebrews 13:21 (NLT)Terms Learned in This Episode:Ecosystem: An area where the plants, creatures, and other things in nature like water, rocks, dirt, and sun all help each other.Permafrost: A thick layer of soil beneath the surface that remains frozen throughout the year.Heliotropism: When a plant grows toward (follows) the sunlight.Photosynthesis: A process controlled by sunlight that puts things in a plant together to turn them into energy. How a plant makes its own food.Diapause: When an insect goes dormant (stops growing or developing) to survive the cold. Similar to hibernation.Generalist: A species that can survive in a wide range of conditions and make use of many resources for food and energy.Glycerol: A chemical compound some creatures produce to keep their cells from freezing.Amphibian: Group of cold-blooded animals that include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. Most live on land and in the water and go through metamorphosis.Harsh: Unpleasantly rough or severe.Mentioned in this episode:Send in your nature questionSend in your nature question at: https://erynlynum.com/ask
Christmas at Bay Chapel | December 1, 2024Pastor Wes Morris Advent - Adventus: “arrival” or “an appearing or coming into place.”Romans 4:18-25 (NLT) Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he would become the father of many nations. For God had said to him, “That's how many descendants you will have!” And Abraham's faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured his body was as good as dead—and so was Sarah's womb.Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. He was fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises. And because of Abraham's faith, God counted him as righteous. And when God counted him as righteous, it wasn't just for Abraham's benefit. It was recorded for our benefit, too, assuring us that God will also count us as righteous if we believe in him, the one who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God. ✓ Where you place your hope shapes how you experience joy. Romans 15:13 (NLT) May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.✓ Hope is confident and joyful expectation of what is to come.Romans 12:12 (NLT) Rejoice in our confident hope...Psalm 25:5 (NIV) Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. KEEP HOPING I. REMEMBER THE PROMISES OF GOD. Romans 4:18 (NLT) Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping...Isaiah 43:2 (MSG) “Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you. I've called your name. You're mine. When you're in over your head, I'll be there with you. When you're in rough waters, you will not go down. When you're between a rock and a hard place, it won't be a dead end— Because I am God, your Savior. I paid a huge price for you. That's how much you mean to me! That's how much I love you!” II. FIND STRENGTH IN THE WAITING.Romans 4:20 (NLT) Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger...If it's not God's time, you can't force it.If it is God's time, you can't stop it. Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. III. PRAISE GOD FOR WHAT IS AHEAD.Romans 4:21 (TLB) Because he was mighty in faith and convinced that God had all the power needed to fulfill his promises, Abraham glorified God!I Peter 1:4-6 (TLB) We live in the hope of eternal life because Christ rose again from the dead. And God, in his mighty power, will make sure that you get there safely to receive it because you are trusting him. So be truly glad! There is wonderful joy ahead, even though the going is rough for a while down here.
“He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed.”1 Peter 2:24 NLTMay your Sunday be peaceful and filled with gratitude for God's blessings. Take time to reflect on His love and the joy it brings to your life.!!
“Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.”Proverbs 13:20 NLTMay your Saturday be filled with contagious laughter, genuine smiles, and a heart full of happiness.stay strong and remain positive!!
August 18 2024 Sunday Week 16 / Your Place In Him / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons… The Biggest Desire In The World Today Is The Desire For Freedom “being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.” Philippians 1:11 KJV “May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ—for this will bring much glory and praise to God.” Philippians 1:11 NLT “May you abound in and be filled with the fruits of righteousness (of right standing with God and right doing) which come through Jesus Christ (the Anointed One), to the honor and praise of God [that His glory may be both manifested and recognized].” Philippians 1:11 AMPC “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 KJV “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 NLT “And my God will liberally supply (fill to the full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 AMPC “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” 1 Peter 1:3 KJV “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation,” 1 Peter 1:3 NLT “Praised (honored, blessed) be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah)! By His boundless mercy we have been born again to an ever-living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” 1 Peter 1:3 AMPC “ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 2:5 KJV “And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What's more, you are his holy priests. Through the mediation of Jesus Christ, you offer spiritual sacrifices that please God.” 1 Peter 2:5 NLT “[Come] and, like living stones, be yourselves built [into] a spiritual house, for a holy (dedicated, consecrated) priesthood, to offer up [those] spiritual sacrifices [that are] acceptable and pleasing to God through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 2:5 AMPC “But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.” 1 Peter 5:10 KJV “In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation.” 1 Peter 5:10 NLT “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace [Who imparts all blessing and favor], Who has called you to His [own] eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will Himself complete and make you what you ought to be, establish and ground you securely, and strengthen, and settle you.” 1 Peter 5:10 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
This is not something new, this was always the plan of God and we see it right from the beginning of His creative acts. As His crowning creation, He gave us the task of being fruitful and multiplying, of filling the earth and subduing it. Now the question that remains for us is whether we will believe that God created us on purpose for a purpose, and in doing so, will we then engage with our purpose and thus fulfill the purpose and destiny that He has purposed for us and thus in engaging in our destiny find our place in the body of Christ as we seek to fulfill our assignment by bringing God's purposes to bear in the world around us. Matthew 6:10 (NLT) May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven
“‘May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.'” Numbers 6:24-26 NLT “May the Lord bless you and protect you.” YOUR FAMILY YOUR JOB FROM YOUR ENEMIES “May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you.” SAVED BY GRACE CREATED MAN AND SAID IT WAS GOOD LIFTS UP HIS FACE AND IS PLEASED “May the Lord show you his favor” GOOD FORTUNE PROVISION APPROVAL “May the Lord give you his peace.” NOT AS THE WORLD GIVES INNER CERTAINTY AND REST PEACE IS A COMMODITY AND RARE WHEN SEARCHING IN OUR OWN POWER
Friends, today's podcast is a treat you won't want to miss. In this episode, Stasi shares some exciting news about a new project she is working on and offers us a glimpse of what's to come. She closes by guiding a powerful encounter with Jesus through Psalm 23. So settle in and take this time for yourself as Stasi helps us reflect on Jesus' profound love and connect deeply with His boundless, transforming affection.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: John 17:23 (NIV) — I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.Ephesians 1:17 (NIV) — I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit[a] of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.Hosea 2:19 (NIV) — I will betroth you to me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in love and compassion.John 17:3 (NIV) — Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.Ephesians 3:19 (NLT) — May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.Psalm 23 (NLT) — The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.John 10:11–12 (NLT) — I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. Ecclesiastes 10:19 (NLT) — A feast is made for laughter, wine makes life merry, ……..RESOURCES:Guided Prayer Background Music: Santo from the album Soaking in His Presence, Vol. 3 by William Augustohttps://amzn.to/49PvdxF…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode – Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:Spotify Podcasts – https://spoti.fi/42SsOipApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Google Podcasts – http://wahe.art/3M81kxLAmazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ
May 26 2024 Sunday Week 04 / Your Place In Him / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons… The Biggest Desire In The World Today Is The Desire For Freedom ”For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.“ Galatians 5:6 KJV ”For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus, there is no benefit in being circumcised or being uncircumcised. What is important is faith expressing itself in love.“ Galatians 5:6 NLT ”For [if we are] in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith activated and energized and expressed and working through love.“ Galatians 5:6 AMPC ”For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.“ Galatians 6:15 KJV ”It doesn't matter whether we have been circumcised or not. What counts is whether we have been transformed into a new creation.“ Galatians 6:15 NLT ”For neither is circumcision [now] of any importance, nor uncircumcision, but [only] a new creation [the result of a new birth and a new nature in Christ Jesus, the Messiah].“ Galatians 6:15 AMPC ”Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:“ Ephesians 1:3 KJV ”All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.“ Ephesians 1:3 NLT ”May blessing (praise, laudation, and eulogy) be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) Who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual (given by the Holy Spirit) blessing in the heavenly realm!“ Ephesians 1:3 AMPC ”that in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him:“ Ephesians 1:10 KJV ”And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth.“ Ephesians 1:10 NLT ”[He planned] for the maturity of the times and the climax of the ages to unify all things and head them up and consummate them in Christ, [both] things in heaven and things on the earth. Ephesians 1:10 AMPC ”and hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:“ Ephesians 2:6 KJV ”For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.“ Ephesians 2:6 NLT ”And He raised us up together with Him and made us sit down together [giving us joint seating with Him] in the heavenly sphere [by virtue of our being] in Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One).“ Ephesians 2:6 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
#findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. This In Him Scripture Study Started On June 21 2021 Go Back And Listen From The Beginning… The Study In Romans Started on March 30 2022 Go Back And Listen To This Study From The Beginning… Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons… ”that ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.“ Romans 15:6 KJV “Then all of you can join together with one voice, giving praise and glory to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:6 NLT “That together you may [unanimously] with united hearts and one voice, praise and glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah).” Romans 15:6 AMPC ”Wherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God.“ Romans 15:7 KJV “Therefore, accept each other just as Christ has accepted you so that God will be given glory.” Romans 15:7 NLT “Welcome and receive [to your hearts] one another, then, even as Christ has welcomed and received you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7 AMPC ”Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.“ Romans 15:13 KJV “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 NLT “May the God of your hope so fill you with all joy and peace in believing [through the experience of your faith] that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound and be overflowing (bubbling over) with hope.” Romans 15:13 AMPC ”And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.“ Romans 15:14 KJV “I am fully convinced, my dear brothers and sisters, that you are full of goodness. You know these things so well you can teach each other all about them.” Romans 15:14 NLT “Personally I am satisfied about you, my brethren, that you yourselves are rich in goodness, amply filled with all [spiritual] knowledge and competent to admonish and counsel and instruct one another also.” Romans 15:14 AMPC ”Nevertheless, brethren, I have written the more boldly unto you in some sort, as putting you in mind, because of the grace that is given to me of God,“ Romans 15:15 KJV “Even so, I have been bold enough to write about some of these points, knowing that all you need is this reminder. For by God's grace,” Romans 15:15 NLT “Still on some points I have written to you the more boldly and unreservedly by way of reminder. [I have done so] because of the grace (the unmerited favor) bestowed on me by God” Romans 15:15 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. Psalms 1:1-3 NLT All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 NLT So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God's holy people. You are members of God's family. Ephesians 2:16 NLT And so, dear brothers and sisters, we can boldly enter heaven's Most Holy Place because of the blood of Jesus. Hebrews 10:19 NLT THE QUESTION IS NOT “AM I GOING TO BE A PART OF A COMMUNITY OF FAITH?” BUT “HOW AM I GOING TO LIVE IN THIS COMMUNITY OF FAITH?” And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near. Hebrews 10:25 NLT I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” Psalms 122:1 1. COMMUNAL WORSHIP IS A WORKABLE STRUCTURE FOR OUR LIFE. And now here we are, standing inside your gates, O Jerusalem. Psalms 122:2 NLT Jerusalem is a well-built city; its seamless walls cannot be breached. Psalms 122:3 NLT Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty (snobbish, high-minded, exclusive), but readily adjust yourself to [people, things] and give yourselves to humble tasks. Never overestimate yourself or be wise in your own conceits. Romans 12:16 AMPC All the tribes of Israel—the Lord's people—make their pilgrimage here. Psalms 122:4 NLT 2. COMMUNAL WORSHIP NUTURES OUR NEED TO BE IN RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD. They come to give thanks to the name of the Lord, as the law requires of Israel. Psalms 122:4 NLT But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire. James 3:5 NLT Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Philippians 4:4 NLT "Feelings are important in many areas but completely unreliable in matters of faith" Eugene Peterson 3. COMMUNAL WORSHIP ALLOWS OUR ATTENTION TO BE CENTERED ON GOD'S DIRECTION. Here stand the thrones where judgment is given, the thrones of the dynasty of David. Psalms 122:5 NLT Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Philippians 2:1-2 NIV 4. COMMUNAL WORSHIP INFLUENCES OUR WEEK Pray for peace in Jerusalem. Psalms 122:6 NLT May all who love this city prosper. Psalms 122:6 NLT O Jerusalem, may there be peace within your walls and prosperity in your palaces. For the sake of my family and friends, I will say, “May you have peace.” For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek what is best for you, O Jerusalem. Psalms 122:7-9 NLT
2 Cor 13:14 (NLT) May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Because of sound teachings on grace, Abdul now understood what it meant to walk in constant fellowship with the Holy Spirit. He started enjoying fellowship with the Holy […]
Happy Thanksgiving! As Christians, we should be thanking God every day — not just one day a year! This podcast playlist will hopefully guide you into getting into the habit of praying, being grateful, and praising the Lord every day. When you do, you'll feel HIS joy, hope, and peace in your life. As the Apostle Paul told us… “Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NLT ‘May the Lord bless youand protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favorand give you his peace.' Numbers 6:24-26 NLT Happy Thanksgiving. Follow along in my blog… https://seekthegospeltruth.com/thanksgiving-every-day/ If you want a true relationship with Jesus, pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Or visit: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/how-to-invite-jesus-into-your-heart/ Great Christian Book Picks that Make Great Gifts! Check out the Bookstore: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/recommended-christian-books/ Check out the Christian Book Pick of the Month! Best Study Bibles — another Great Gift Idea! https://seekthegospeltruth.com/best-study-bibles-for-beginners/ (A Christianbook Affiliate) Free ebook to help reach your Catholic friends and relatives: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/catholic-mission-field-in-our-backyards/ Follow me… Telegram: https://t.me/seekingthegospeltruth - where I share news, videos & posts that would be banned elsewhere. X: https://twitter.com/giselleaguiar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/truthofthegoodnews/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icreatephx/ Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/giselleaguiar/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giselleaguiar.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@seekthegospeltruth/ Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seek-the-truth/message
Week 4 of delving into the book of Philippians. Phil 4.23 / NLT: May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit >> The grace of Jesus + your spirit = healing, wholeness, & holiness Phil 4.23 / The Message: Receive and experience the amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, deep, deep within yourself.
2 Timothy Part 4 | Sunday, October 1stCurrent Series Resources: https://baychapel.churchcenter.com/pages/prayerBay Chapel is a life-giving church in the New Tampa community. We meet Sundays at 10:00 am and you are welcome to come anytime in person or online. Find out more at baychapel.com Subscribe to receive our latest messages. Stay Connected, ask for prayer and find out more.http://www.baychapel.com/connectBay Chapel exists to help people ‘Find God and Find Life' through a relationship with Jesus Christ. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://www.baychapel.com/giveMessage Notes: II Timothy 2:14-19 (NLT) Remind everyone about these things, and command them in God's presence to stop fighting over words. Such arguments are useless, and they can ruin those who hear them. Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. This kind of talk spreads like cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith.19 But God's truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.”√ REMEMBERv. 14 Remind everyone about these things...√ REMAIN√ REPENTv. 19 “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.”Acts 2:38 (NLT) And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”A LIFE THAT HONORS GODII Timothy 2:20-21 (NLT) In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.I. STAY USEFUL. II Timothy 2:22 (NLT) Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.II. STAY PURE.Psalm 19:14 (NLT) May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
Led by Apostle Sydney Quaye, Global Lead Pastor of Shekinah Avenue Church These 21 days of prayers and fasting are to work on our belief system, because, what we believe: Will make all things possible for you. Is what determines the performance of what we speak Will determine how and what you think. In this message titled “Throne of Grace”, Apostle led the congregation to pray three important prayers: To declare divine alignment for everything in our destiny (1 Sam 17:29 To declare that all the blessing in 2 Cor 9/;8 is fulfilled in our lives and destiny (Luke 4:18-21) To receive double for every trouble (Zech 9:11-12 NLT) May you receive a transformation as you pray along.
Bay Chapel is a life-giving church in the New Tampa community. We meet Sundays at 10:00 am and you are welcome to come anytime in person or online. Find out more at baychapel.com —---Subscribe to receive our latest messages. ——Stay Connected, ask for prayer and find out more.http://www.baychapel.com/connect——Bay Chapel exists to help people ‘Find God and Find Life' through a relationship with Jesus Christ. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://www.baychapel.com/giveMessage Notes: Summer at Bay Chapel | July 9, 2023James 1:26 (TLB) Anyone who says he is a Christian but doesn't control his sharp tongue is just fooling himself, and his religion is worthless. √ The tongue is disproportionately powerful.James 3:3-4 (NLT) We can make a large horse go wherever we want by means of a small bit in its mouth. And a small rudder makes a huge ship turn wherever the pilot chooses to go, even though the winds are strong. In the same way, the tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches. But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire.√ The tongue is inherently evil.James 3:5-6 (NIV) The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.√ The tongue is untamable. James 3:7-10 (NLT) People can tame all kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and fish, but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison. Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God. And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right! √ My words reveal what's in my heart. LIFE-GIVING WORDS I. ALLOW GOD TO CHANGE MY HEART.Psalm 19:14 (NLT) May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.II. PUT A FILTER ON WHAT I ALLOW IN MY HEART.Matthew 12:34-35 (NIV) For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in him, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in him.Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.III. SPEAK LIFE-GIVING WORDS. WORDS OF PRAISEProverbs 25:11 (CEV) The right word at the right time is like precious gold set in silver.WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENTEphesians 4:29 (GNT) Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you.WORDS OF HEALINGProverbs 15:4 (NIV) The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life…WORDS OF FAITHI John 5:14 (MSG) My purpose in writing is simply this: that you who believe in God's Son will know beyond the shadow of a doubt that you have eternal life…And how bold and free we then become in his presence, freely asking according to his will, sure that he's listening.
“We love equipping this generation, not just calling them to pray, but teaching them how to pray.” What started with eight high school students praying weekly in a large public high school, has grown to 3,500 student-led prayer groups on middle and high school campuses in 33 U.S. states. Olivia Williamson, Director of Campus Ministries for Claim Your Campus and Enlightened Students, tells us more including testimonies of students whose hearts have been touched by prayer. Find out how your middle or high school students can start praying for their school and participate as a family in the Prayer Walk Project. The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit ChristianParenting.org ABOUT OUR GUEST Olivia Williamson serves as the Director of Campus Ministries for Claim Your Campus and Enlightened Students. With a heart for prayer, this next generation, and developing young leaders, she desires to see leaders rise up and take their place in the Kingdom. Olivia is also an engaging speaker, musician, passionate worship leader, and writer. She lives in Kansas City with her husband, Kyle, and their dog, Captain. Kyle previously served as a youth pastor and is now on staff at Claim Your Campus. SCRIPTURES The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. Psalm 145:18 NKJV Sing to the LORD; praise his name. Each day proclaim the good news that he saves. Psalm 96:2 NLT May he equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to him. All glory to him forever and ever! Amen. Hebrews 13:21 NLT One generation shall praise Your works to another, And shall declare Your mighty acts. Psalm 145:4 NKJV LINKS Claim Your Campus & Free Prayer App Claim Your Campus Prayer Walk Project MOMS IN PRAYER · New to Moms in Prayer? How to get started · Sign Up for Our New Online Bible Study · Support Our Mission
May 21 2023 Sunday T. Stacy Hayes Week 19 / Adopted Into God's Family #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. This In Him Scripture Study Started On June 21 2021 Go Back And Listen From The Beginning… The Study In Romans Started on March 30 2022 Go Back And Listen To This Study From The Beginning… Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons… “having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will,” Ephesians 1:5 KJV “God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure.” Ephesians 1:5 NLT “For He foreordained us (destined us, planned in love for us) to be adopted (revealed) as His own children through Jesus Christ, in accordance with the purpose of His will [because it pleased Him and was His kind intent]–” Ephesians 1:5 AMPC “being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.” Philippians 1:11 KJV “May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ—for this will bring much glory and praise to God.” Philippians 1:11 NLT “May you abound in and be filled with the fruits of righteousness (of right standing with God and right doing) which come through Jesus Christ (the Anointed One), to the honor and praise of God [that His glory may be both manifested and recognized].” Philippians 1:11 AMPC “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 KJV “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 NLT “And my God will liberally supply (fill to the full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 AMPC “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” 1 Peter 1:3 KJV “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation,” 1 Peter 1:3 NLT “Praised (honored, blessed) be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah)! By His boundless mercy we have been born again to an ever-living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” 1 Peter 1:3 AMPC “ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 2:5 KJV “And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What's more, you are his holy priests. Through the mediation of Jesus Christ, you offer spiritual sacrifices that please God.” 1 Peter 2:5 NLT “[Come] and, like living stones, be yourselves built [into] a spiritual house, for a holy (dedicated, consecrated) priesthood, to offer up [those] spiritual sacrifices [that are] acceptable and pleasing to God through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 2:5 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
As a consciousness we need to create self-awareness which ego does like. In this video I am talking about creating awareness quoting the Gospel of Matthew and what Jesus says about planting a seed. Awareness is a seed that a farmer sows, we need to choose a good quality soil so that our awareness will lead us to kingdom consciousness. God is within, God is present with us, God is love, and we are in him. “Now listen to the explanation of the parable about the farmer planting seeds: The seed that fell on the footpath represents those who hear the message about the Kingdom and don't understand it. Then the evil one comes and snatches away the seed that was planted in their hearts. The seed on the rocky soil represents those who hear the message and immediately receive it with joy. But since they don't have deep roots, they don't last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God's word. The seed that fell among the thorns represents those who hear God's word, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life and the lure of wealth, so no fruit is produced. The seed that fell on good soil represents those who truly hear and understand God's word and produce a harvest of thirty, sixty, or even a hundred times as much as had been planted!” (Matthew 13: 18-23; NLT) May you be blessed. God bless you
February 05 2023 Sunday T. Stacy Hayes Week 4 / Freedom In Him My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. This In Him Scripture Study Started On June 21 2021 Go Back And Listen From The Beginning… The Study In Romans Started on March 30 2022 Go Back And Listen To This Study From The Beginning… Isaiah 53:5 Healing… Matthew 18:19 Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34 God is no respecter of persons… 'For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love. ' Galatians 5:6 KJV “For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus, there is no benefit in being circumcised or being uncircumcised. What is important is faith expressing itself in love.” Galatians 5:6 NLT “For [if we are] in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith activated and energized and expressed and working through love.” Galatians 5:6 AMPC 'For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature. Galatians 6:15 KJV “It doesn't matter whether we have been circumcised or not. What counts is whether we have been transformed into a new creation.” Galatians 6:15 NLT “For neither is circumcision [now] of any importance, nor uncircumcision, but [only] a new creation [the result of a new birth and a new nature in Christ Jesus, the Messiah].” Galatians 6:15 AMPC 'Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: ' Ephesians 1:3 KJV “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.” Ephesians 1:3 NLT “May blessing (praise, laudation, and eulogy) be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) Who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual (given by the Holy Spirit) blessing in the heavenly realm!” Ephesians 1:3 AMPC 'that in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him: Ephesians 1:10 KJV “And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth.” Ephesians 1:10 NLT “[He planned] for the maturity of the times and the climax of the ages to unify all things and head them up and consummate them in Christ, [both] things in heaven and things on the earth.” Ephesians 1:10 AMPC 'and hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: ' Ephesians 2:6 KJV “For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.” Ephesians 2:6 NLT “And He raised us up together with Him and made us sit down together [giving us joint seating with Him] in the heavenly sphere [by virtue of our being] in Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One).” Ephesians 2:6 AMPC Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Romans 10:17 Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16 God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2 Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1 No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19 God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20 Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17 We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8 We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 … Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured
Philippians 1:11 NLT- May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ —for this will bring much glory and praise to God.
Philippians 1:11 NLT- May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ —for this will bring much glory and praise to God.
Dear God I'm Grateful For Instruction.Day #560 - “Commit yourself to instruction; listen carefully to words of knowledge.” - Proverbs 23:12 NLT .Instruction is defined as a direction or order or detailed information telling how something should be done, operated, or assembled. The Bible is our instruction guide to living an orderly life that teaches us how to operate in Christ. .“The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. .Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.” - Psalms 19:7-11 NLT.Joyful are those who receive discipline from the Lord and those He teaches with instructions. (Psalms 94:12 NLT) May the words of our mouth and the meditation of our hearts be pleasing to the Lord, our rock and our redeemer.” (Psalms 19: 14 NLT).#Linkinbio #DearGodImGrateful #IronWifey #DGIG #instruction #order #theBible #faith #gratitudechallenge #Jesus #Ironwifeymagazine #God #ironwifeypodcastnetwork #christianpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcast .STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL THINGS IRONWIFEY:Instagram: @deargodimgrateful | @ironwifey_ | @ironwifeymagazineTwitter: @ironwifey_Facebook: IronWifeyIronWifey Magazine & Podcasts: https://www.ironwifeymagazine.comPlease Rate & Review, Like , Comment, & Subscribe!FEATURED MUSIC: Track: SkyHigh — Enine [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/q-lf6x9cVXwFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/skyhigh
Recap Title: God Is For You Key Text: Numbers 6:24-26; Romans 8 The truth is that God is out to bless us, not to curse us. As Jesus said in John 3:17: For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. For sure the Bible does not present a God for whom anything goes. He will not unconditionally bless anyone. In fact, quite the opposite. Romans 1:18: could not be clearer: For the wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of men of men, who suppress the truth by their wickedness. That's only part of the story. The whole message of the gospel is that God wants to save you from judgement from sin, death and hell. He wants to give you every opportunity to change and to be blessed. In fact, He is amazingly patient with us and the world. in every situation and experience when you love God and have been called by Him, God is working for your good. In other words, God is totally on your side. This is why the apostle writes in Romans 8:31 which is our text today: If God is for us, who can be against us? You will receive many blessings (Romans 8:32; Genesis 24:1) You are free from condemnation (Romans 8:1-2, 33-34) You will never be separated from his love (Romans 8:35-39) Apply The Blessing, with more than 41 different versions and in many languages globally, has topped the charts in 34 countries and is in the Top 5 in 77 countries on Apple Christian and Gospel charts. It is based on the great Jewish blessing in Numbers 6:24-26 (NLT): "May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show his favor and give you his peace." But right at the start let's ask: is it really the case that God is for us and wants to bless us? Well yes actually, this is absolutely true as we can see in both the Old and New testaments. But you may also rightly ask, ‘is not the case that God is AGAINST evil and evildoers?' And yes, that is also quite true. For sure the Bible does not present a God for whom anything goes. He will not unconditionally bless anyone. In fact, quite the opposite. Romans 1:18 could not be clearer: For the wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of men of men, who suppress the truth by their wickedness. Ephesians 5:6 says: Let no one deceive you…God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient. James 4:6 says: God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble Proverbs 6:16-19 tells us specifically of 7 things that the Lord actively hates;16 There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: 17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community. Do you imagine that God approves if you lie, scheme, stir up trouble and destroy people because of your pride? Do you think He smiles nicely when people are unfaithful in their marriages, families, churches and business lives? Of course not. 2 Peter 3:9 says: the Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance. Do you hear that? God doesn't want anyone to perish. Ezekiel 33:11 says: Say to them, ‘As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign LORD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that they turn from their ways and live. You will receive many blessings Having asked the question … If God is for us, who can be against us? Paul now adds more unanswerable questions in the following verses. He writes in verse 32: He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? The greatest example of the generosity of God is seen is sending his beloved only son to die for the sins of the world. That's how we understand that God SO loved the world. He gave up what was most precious to Him open the door of blessing to us. But the blessings don't stop at the moment we know we are saved from our sins; actually, this is where they start. That's why Paul asks if God has already given us the greatest gift of all, why would he stop there? Why would He hold back on any lesser or further blessing? Rather He will ‘graciously give us all things.' God's blessings come in many forms: health, strength, happy family life, protection, financial provision, love, joy, peace, conquest over difficulties. And we can know those blessings in real life. As Christians who believe that God is for us, we should never be fatalistic about the problems or pressures we may experience. We should believe that with God as our greatest backer and sponsor, we can experience all kinds of favour from God, like Abraham our father in faith. Abraham had many tests and trials but he always believed God and so we read in Genesis 24:1 as he advanced in years that ‘the Lord had blessed him in every way.' You are free from condemnation Here Paul poses some more questions and gives the answers! Let's read verses 33-34: 33 Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. 34 Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Because Jesus has fully paid the price for your sin, you are now justified, which means it's just as if I never sinned. You are no longer like a prisoner in the dock. Someone took your punishment. And that someone is Jesus. You can NOT be tried again for the same crime. You can walk free into a new life. You are no longer condemned so don't live as if you are. As Paul writes at the start of this great chapter in Romans 8:1-2:Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 2 because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. You will never be separated from his love Let's read these inspiring verses from verse 35 to 39: 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? 36 As it is written:“For your sake we face death all day long;we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.”[a] 37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons,[b]neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. We can be more than conquerors in every situation in life because nothing and nobody can separate us from the love of Jesus. We may find ourselves separated from family and friends by different circumstances or even death. We may face great trouble and hardships or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword….
Recap Title: God Is For You Key Text: Numbers 6:24-26; Romans 8 The truth is that God is out to bless us, not to curse us. As Jesus said in John 3:17: For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. For sure the Bible does not present a God for whom anything goes. He will not unconditionally bless anyone. In fact, quite the opposite. Romans 1:18: could not be clearer: For the wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of men of men, who suppress the truth by their wickedness. That's only part of the story. The whole message of the gospel is that God wants to save you from judgement from sin, death and hell. He wants to give you every opportunity to change and to be blessed. In fact, He is amazingly patient with us and the world. in every situation and experience when you love God and have been called by Him, God is working for your good. In other words, God is totally on your side. This is why the apostle writes in Romans 8:31 which is our text today: If God is for us, who can be against us? You will receive many blessings (Romans 8:32; Genesis 24:1) You are free from condemnation (Romans 8:1-2, 33-34) You will never be separated from his love (Romans 8:35-39) Apply The Blessing, with more than 41 different versions and in many languages globally, has topped the charts in 34 countries and is in the Top 5 in 77 countries on Apple Christian and Gospel charts. It is based on the great Jewish blessing in Numbers 6:24-26 (NLT): "May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show his favor and give you his peace." But right at the start let's ask: is it really the case that God is for us and wants to bless us? Well yes actually, this is absolutely true as we can see in both the Old and New testaments. But you may also rightly ask, ‘is not the case that God is AGAINST evil and evildoers?' And yes, that is also quite true. For sure the Bible does not present a God for whom anything goes. He will not unconditionally bless anyone. In fact, quite the opposite. Romans 1:18 could not be clearer: For the wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of men of men, who suppress the truth by their wickedness. Ephesians 5:6 says: Let no one deceive you…God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient. James 4:6 says: God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble Proverbs 6:16-19 tells us specifically of 7 things that the Lord actively hates;16 There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: 17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community. Do you imagine that God approves if you lie, scheme, stir up trouble and destroy people because of your pride? Do you think He smiles nicely when people are unfaithful in their marriages, families, churches and business lives? Of course not. 2 Peter 3:9 says: the Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance. Do you hear that? God doesn't want anyone to perish. Ezekiel 33:11 says: Say to them, ‘As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign LORD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that they turn from their ways and live. You will receive many blessings Having asked the question … If God is for us, who can be against us? Paul now adds more unanswerable questions in the following verses. He writes in verse 32: He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? The greatest example of the generosity of God is seen is sending his beloved only son to die for the sins of the world. That's how we understand that God SO loved the world. He gave up what was most precious to Him open the door of blessing to us. But the blessings don't stop at the moment we know we are saved from our sins; actually, this is where they start. That's why Paul asks if God has already given us the greatest gift of all, why would he stop there? Why would He hold back on any lesser or further blessing? Rather He will ‘graciously give us all things.' God's blessings come in many forms: health, strength, happy family life, protection, financial provision, love, joy, peace, conquest over difficulties. And we can know those blessings in real life. As Christians who believe that God is for us, we should never be fatalistic about the problems or pressures we may experience. We should believe that with God as our greatest backer and sponsor, we can experience all kinds of favour from God, like Abraham our father in faith. Abraham had many tests and trials but he always believed God and so we read in Genesis 24:1 as he advanced in years that ‘the Lord had blessed him in every way.' You are free from condemnation Here Paul poses some more questions and gives the answers! Let's read verses 33-34: 33 Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. 34 Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Because Jesus has fully paid the price for your sin, you are now justified, which means it's just as if I never sinned. You are no longer like a prisoner in the dock. Someone took your punishment. And that someone is Jesus. You can NOT be tried again for the same crime. You can walk free into a new life. You are no longer condemned so don't live as if you are. As Paul writes at the start of this great chapter in Romans 8:1-2:Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 2 because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. You will never be separated from his love Let's read these inspiring verses from verse 35 to 39: 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? 36 As it is written:“For your sake we face death all day long;we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.”[a] 37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons,[b]neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. We can be more than conquerors in every situation in life because nothing and nobody can separate us from the love of Jesus. We may find ourselves separated from family and friends by different circumstances or even death. We may face great trouble and hardships or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword….
Series: True[ish] Title: Al long as I'm Happy Date: 7.10.22 Location: Perris Valley Church 1 Peter 1:15 (NLT) But now you must be happy holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is happy holy. When the bottom line is my happiness, happiness becomes the standard by which I judge my actions. Psalm 37:4 (NLT) Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart's desires. Psalm 97:12 (NLT) May all who are godly rejoice in the Lord and praise his holy name! God doesn't want you happy when it causes you to do something wrong, unwise, or sinful. Proverbs 14:12 (NLT) There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death. God doesn't want you happy when your happiness is only based on the things in this world. 1 John 2:15 (NLT) Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. Psalm 1:1-2 (NLT) Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. God does not want you happy - He wants you blessed. John 16:23-24 (NLT) At that time you won't need to ask me for anything. I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name. 24 You haven't done this before. Ask, using my name, and you will receive, and you will have abundant joy. Luke 6:22-23 (NLT) What blessings await you when people hate you and exclude you and mock you and curse you as evil because you follow the Son of Man. 23 When that happens, be happy! Yes, leap for joy! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, their ancestors treated the ancient prophets that same way. 1 Peter 3:14 (NLT) But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don't worry or be afraid of their threats.
Philippians 1:11 NLT “May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ…”
Dear God I'm Grateful For Peaceful Nights.Day #502 - “The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known. .They speak without a sound or word; their voice is never heard. Yet their message has gone throughout the earth, and their words to all the world.” - Psalms 19:1-4 NLT.I stay awake through the night, thinking about your promise of the Lord. In his faithful love, he hears my cry and allows me be revived by following his regulations.(Psalms 119:148-149 NLT).I will bless the Lord who guides me for even at night my heart instructs me. I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.(Psalms 16:7-8 NLT).Those who delight in the law of the Lord, meditate on it day and night.”(Psalms 1:2 NLT) May the Lord bring you peaceful sleep and cover you in your dreams. ...#Linkinbio #DearGodImGrateful #gratitude #gratitudechallenge #grateful #love #peace #sleep #sweetdreams #calm #goodnight #faithfulness #Jesus #wordofGod #wisdom #wives #IronWifey #DGIG #JesusChrist #gratitude #grateful #blessed #gratitudechallenge #Ironwifeymagazine #God #ironwifeypodcastnetwork #christianpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcast
The Working Of Love Rev. Fitzgerald Odonkor 27th February, 2022 Introduction 2 Thessalonians 3:5 (NLT) May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ. Amen. The love of God must be worked out. How to Work Out the Love of God 1. Be filled with the fullness of God not just the knowledge (a mental assent) of God. It is impossible to fail when the love of God is at work. If there is anything that does not fail, it is the love of God. Love does not fail. - Ephesians 3: 19 - 1 Corinthians 13:8-9 2. Visitation – Do what Jesus did. Jesus visited Peter. Visit someone who cannot pay you back. - Acts 2:44-46 - Romans 16:1-15 Paul visited people. - Acts 20:18-20 3. Support the vulnerable - Luke 10:27-37 - 1 Thessalonians 1:3 - Luke 15:1-6 4. Be generous - Psalm 41:1-3 - Acts 2:45 5. Acceptance – be accepting of people and accept them as they are; not as they should be. However, do not leave them as they are. - John 4:1-24 Worshiping God in spirit and in truth is accepting one another. - Zephaniah 3:17 6. Be committed to Kingdom service - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15,20 Conclusion There is labour in love. Let us be willing to go through the process so we can end up with the product. We must commit to love if we want to see supernatural growth this year. Read more: The Working Of Love
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Join us for week 3 of Choose. Every choice we make takes us somewhere, and we sometimes end up in unexpected places because of it. In our new series, Choose, we will be exploring the book of Ruth and learning that, whatever path we are on or choices we make, God is never too far away to meet us there. I've Accepted Jesus • https://hopecitypdx.com/follow-christ • Let us know you made this decision, and we'll help you discover what's next! I'm New • https://hopecitypdx.com/sunday/join-us-in-person/im-new • Find opportunities to engage and grow! Find Community • https://hopecitypdx.com/community • Growth happens best in community Sunday February 6, 2022- Grant Hickman - Ruth 1:9 (NLT)May the LORD enable each of you to find security in the home of a new husband. Ruth 2:12 (NLT)May the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for what you have done.” Ruth 3:1-18 (NLT)One day Naomi said to Ruth, “My daughter, it's time that I found a permanent home for you, so that you will be provided for. Boaz is a close relative of ours, and he's been very kind by letting you gather grain with his young women. Tonight he will be winnowing barley at the threshing floor. Now do as I tell you—take a bath and put on perfume and dress in your nicest clothes. Then go to the threshing floor, but don't let Boaz see you until he has finished eating and drinking. Be sure to notice where he lies down; then go and uncover his feet and lie down there. He will tell you what to do.” “I will do everything you say,” Ruth replied. So she went down to the threshing floor that night and followed the instructions of her mother-in-law. After Boaz had finished eating and drinking and was in good spirits, he lay down at the far end of the pile of grain and went to sleep. Then Ruth came quietly, uncovered his feet, and lay down. Around midnight Boaz suddenly woke up and turned over. He was surprised to find a woman lying at his feet! “Who are you?” he asked. “I am your servant Ruth,” she replied. “Spread the corner of your covering over me, for you are my family redeemer.” “The Lord bless you, my daughter!” Boaz exclaimed. “You are showing even more family loyalty now than you did before, for you have not gone after a younger man, whether rich or poor. Now don't worry about a thing, my daughter. I will do what is necessary, for everyone in town knows you are a virtuous woman. But while it's true that I am one of your family redeemers, there is another man who is more closely related to you than I am. Stay here tonight, and in the morning I will talk to him. If he is willing to redeem you, very well. Let him marry you. But if he is not willing, then as surely as the Lord lives, I will redeem you myself! Now lie down here until morning.” So Ruth lay at Boaz's feet until the morning, but she got up before it was light enough for people to recognize each other. For Boaz had said, “No one must know that a woman was here at the threshing floor.” Then Boaz said to her, “Bring your cloak and spread it out.” He measured six scoops of barley into the cloak and placed it on her back. Then he returned to the town. When Ruth went back to her mother-in-law, Naomi asked, “What happened, my daughter?” Ruth told Naomi everything Boaz had done for her, and she added, “He gave me these six scoops of barley and said, ‘Don't go back to your mother-in-law empty-handed.'” Then Naomi said to her, “Just be patient, my daughter, until we hear what happens. The man won't rest until he has settled things today.” Ruth 3:1 (NLT)One day Naomi said to Ruth, “My daughter, it's time that I found a permanent home for you, so that you will be provided for. Ruth 1:8-13 (NLT)But on the way, Naomi said to her two daughters-in-law, “Go back to your mothers' homes. And may the Lord reward you for your kindness to your husbands and to me. May the Lord bless you with the security of another marriage.” Then she kissed them good-bye, and they all broke down and wept. “No,” they said. “We want to go with you to your people.” But Naomi replied, “Why should you go on with me? Can I still give birth to other sons who could grow up to be your husbands? No, my daughters, return to your parents' homes, for I am too old to marry again. And even if it were possible, and I were to get married tonight and bear sons, then what? Would you wait for them to grow up and refuse to marry someone else? No, of course not, my daughters! Things are far more bitter for me than for you, because the Lord himself has raised his fist against me.” Compare: Ruth 1:8 & Ruth 3:1Ruth 1:8 (NLT) But on the way, Naomi said to her two daughters-in-law, “Go back to your mothers' homes. And may the Lord reward you for your kindness to your husbands and to me.Ruth 3:1 (NLT) One day Naomi said to Ruth, “My daughter, it's time that I found a permanent home for you, so that you will be provided for. God's liberating work is accomplished in and through the lives of godly people… Ruth 3:3 (NLT)Now do as I tell you—take a bath and put on perfume and dress in your nicest clothes. Then go to the threshing floor, but don't let Boaz see you until he has finished eating and drinking. Ruth 3:9 (NLT)“Who are you?” he asked. “I am your servant Ruth,” she replied. “Spread the corner of your covering over me, for you are my family redeemer. Ezekiel 16:8 (NLT)And when I passed by again, I saw that you were old enough for love. So I wrapped my cloak around you to cover your nakedness and declared my marriage vows. I made a covenant with you, says the Sovereign Lord, and you became mine. Ruth 2:12 (NLT)May the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for what you have done.” God's liberating work is accomplished in and through the lives of godly people; it restores hope and secures the future for others. Romans 1:7 (NET)To all those loved by God in Rome, called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!
I've accepted Jesus • https://beaverton.cc/follow-christ • Let us know you made this decision, and we'll help you discover what's next! Get Baptized • https://beaverton.cc/baptisms • If you have accepted Jesus but have never had the opportunity to celebrate your new life in Him through water baptism, this is your next step! Find Community • https://beaverton.cc/community • Growth happens best in community Let us pray with you • https://beaverton.cc/prayer • Fill out a quick form to let us know how we can be praying for you. Sermon Notes - January 30, 2022Choose: Ruth - Chapter 2 - Jon Furman Ruth 2:1 (NLT)Now there was a wealthy and influential man in Bethlehem named Boaz, who was a relative of Naomi's husband, Elimelech. Ruth 2:2 (NLT)One day Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go out into the harvest fields to pick up the stalks of grain left behind by anyone who is kind enough to let me do it.” Naomi replied, “All right, my daughter, go ahead.” Faith moves us to do what we need to do, trusting that God will do what only He can do. Ruth 2:3a (NLT)So Ruth went out to gather grain behind the harvesters. And as it happened, she found herself working in a field that belonged to Boaz… Ruth 2:4-5 (NLT)While she was there, Boaz arrived from Bethlehem and greeted the harvesters. “The Lord be with you!” he said. “The Lord bless you!” the harvesters replied. Then Boaz asked his foreman, “Who is that young woman over there? Who does she belong to?” Ruth 2:6-7 (NLT)And the foreman replied, “She is the young woman from Moab who came back with Naomi. She asked me this morning if she could gather grain behind the harvesters. She has been hard at work ever since, except for a few minutes' rest in the shelter.” Ruth 2:8-9 (NLT)Boaz went over and said to Ruth, “Listen, my daughter. Stay right here with us when you gather grain; don't go to any other fields. Stay right behind the young women working in my field. See which part of the field they are harvesting, and then follow them. I have warned the young men not to treat you roughly. And when you are thirsty, help yourself to the water they have drawn from the well.” Faith sustains us in doing what we ought to do, preparing us for what God is about to do. Ruth 2:10-11 (NLT)Ruth fell at his feet and thanked him warmly. “What have I done to deserve such kindness?” she asked. “I am only a foreigner.” “Yes, I know,” Boaz replied. “But I also know about everything you have done for your mother-in-law since the death of your husband. I have heard how you left your father and mother and your own land to live here among complete strangers. Ruth 2:12 (NLT)May the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for what you have done.” Faith praises the hand of God for working to do everything that we cannot do. Ruth 2:20 (NLT)“May the Lord bless him!” Naomi told her daughter-in-law… That man is one of our closest relatives, one of our family redeemers.” Choose to Surrender the Big Picture Isaiah 46:10 (NLT)Only I can tell you the future before it even happens. Everything I plan will come to pass, for I do whatever I wish. Choose Sacrifice in the Small Things Choose Gratefulness and Give Glory
Dear God I'm Grateful For A Promise Of Restoration.“I have suffered much, O Lord; restore my life again as you promised.”Psalms 119:107 NLT.We touched on God's promise of Deliverance yesterday and today our focus of gratitude is his promise of restoration - the action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition..In Amos 9:11-15 NLT, the Lord sends a promise of restoration and says, “In that day I will restore the fallen house of David. I will repair its damaged walls. From the ruins I will rebuild it and restore its former glory. And Israel will possess what is left of Edom and all the nations I have called to be mine.” .The Lord has spoken, and he will do these things. .“The time will come,” says the Lord, “when the grain and grapes will grow faster than they can be harvested. Then the terraced vineyards on the hills of Israel will drip with sweet wine! I will bring my exiled people of Israel back from distant lands, and they will rebuild their ruined cities and live in them again. .They will plant vineyards and gardens; they will eat their crops and drink their wine. I will firmly plant them there in their own land. They will never again be uprooted from the land I have given them,” says the Lord your God.”.“Restore us, O Lord, and bring us back to you again! Give us back the joys we once had!” (Lamentations 5:21 NLT) May the Lord's promises stand true on earth as it is in Heaven. ...#Linkinbio #DearGodImGrateful #IronWifey #DGIG #restoration #JesusChrist #gratitude #grateful #blessed #faith #grateful #gratitude #gratitudechallenge #Jesus #Ironwifeymagazine #God #ironwifeypodcastnetwork #christianpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcast .STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL THINGS IRONWIFEY:Instagram: @deargodimgrateful | @ironwifey_ | @ironwifeymagazineTwitter: @ironwifey_Facebook: IronWifeyIronWifey Magazine & Podcasts: https://www.ironwifeymagazine.com.Please Rate & Review, Like , Comment, & Subscribe!.FEATURED MUSIC: Track: SkyHigh — Enine [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/q-lf6x9cVXwFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/skyhigh
How Leaders Find Favour In The FalloutNumber 1:1-5 MSGGod spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai at the Tent of Meeting on the first day of the second month in the second year after they had left Egypt. He said, “Number the congregation of the People of Israel by clans and families, writing down the names of every male. You and Aaron are to register, company by company, every man who is twenty years and older who is able to fight in the army. Pick one man from each tribe who is head of his family to help you.Numbers begins by taking a count of the people of Israel… positioning them into their family groups and then assigning them responsibilities so as to maintain the health, the order and the spiritual condition of the nation. After all of this order was established….at the end of Numbers 6 we read the priestly blessing of Aaron. Number 6:24-26 NLT‘May the Lord bless youand protect you.25May the Lord smile on youand be gracious to you.26May the Lord show you his favourand give you his peace.'It is absolutely critical in this season of re-gathering that we are aware of WHO is with us, where they fit into the life of the church, how and where they can lead and this will release blessing over the whole church. This season has been coined, in church circles as The Great Return, but in step with that we are also experiencing the Great Realisation…..While we are seeing the church return to face to face gatherings we are also realising that many WILL NOT return as we thought they would OR they will return as very very different people.In a post crisis church, whether it is a church split, the sudden exit of pastors and leadership, financial mismanagement, moral failing …. OR a global pandemic ravaged church…..We must do what Moses and Aaron did:Focus on the team who are WITH you!Don't live in discouragement, because those people who are still in your teams after crisis are ALL IN, they are looking for: - Inspiration, to be engaged, to be on mission, discipled, encouraged and led and celebrated!Turn the remaining crowd into the core.The church will still have people connected who my not be ALL IN, but are looking for their next step….they are with us because God has moved heaven and earth to bring them to us….Those looking for a faith community are more than ever ready to be ALL IN!….so let's keep helping people take their next steps on their journey with Jesus…..Embrace the inevitability of the work ahead.Part of the intentionality behind the organisation of the tribes of Israel, the laws, cultural expectations, and ceremonial liturgy, was the fact that Moses and Aaron were staring down the barrel of a 40 year ordeal through the wilderness. Despite this CRISIS, despite the LOSS and the DELAY of their dreams, they got on with…. They organised the troops and got moving….Things look different o what they looked like in November 2019….but we will build again, and the church will prevail….and I want to be on the winning team, so I am ALL IN! I want to receive that priestly blessing:Number 6:24-26 NLT‘May the Lord bless youand protect you.25May the Lord smile on youand be gracious to you.26May the Lord show you his favourand give you his peace.'Connect with us today: https://beyondchurch.org.au/connectWould you read the Bible plan, God's Dream For Your Life, with us?https://bible.com/p/46758456/281f1e89950c60fc60b41e0a15672fc1Make a Financial Contribution: https://beyondchurch.org.au/online-givingLet us know you're saying YES to Jesus today: https://beyondchurch.org.au/yes-to-jesusWe would love to pray with you: https://beyondchurch.org.au/prayer Take your next step with Beyond Church: Take a next step: https://beyondchurch.org.au/next-stepsSubscribe to our youtube channel here - http://tiny.cc/BeyondYouTubeSubscribe to our Podcast here - https://beyondchurch.org.au/podcastFollow us on facebook here:Cessnock - https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.Church.CessnockScone - https://www.facebook.com/beyond.church.sconeToronto - https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.Church.TorontoOnline - https://www.facebook.com/beyond.church.online
Thy Kingdom Come! | The Prayer Experience with Joanne Slamon | Tues 7th Sept 2021 This afternoon Joanne Slamon leads us in a prayer session over nations and communities across our world. [Matthew 6:10 NLT] May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Let us PRAY. Amen The Prayer Experience is a daily online devotional that airs 1pm on weekdays and 2pm at weekends.(UK Time) Everyone is invited to join in this inspiring time of prayer and intercession on behalf of the Nations, Communities and the Local Church around the world. The Prayer Experience is available on the platform of DeleTalks Media Uk / YouTube, Facebook / Podcasts. For more details visit www.thekingdomlife.co.uk
Dear God I'm Grateful For The Lord's Approval.“Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. .Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. This kind of talk spreads like cancer, as in the case of Hymenaeus and Philetus. They have left the path of truth, claiming that the resurrection of the dead has already occurred; in this way, they have turned some people away from the faith. But God's truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.” .In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are for everyday use. If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work. .Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. Again I say, don't get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. .Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people's hearts, and they will learn the truth. Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil's trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.” - 2 Timothy 2:15-26 NLT.Obviously, I'm not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ's servant. (Galatians 1:10 NLT) May the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. (Psalms 90:17 NLT).#Linkinbio #DearGodImGrateful #IronWifey #DGIG #Godsapproval #servantsofChrist #JesusChrist #love #faith #gratitudechallenge #Jesus #Ironwifeymagazine #God #ironwifeypodcastnetwork #christianpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcast .STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL THINGS IRONWIFEY:Instagram: @deargodimgrateful | @ironwifey_ | @ironwifeymagazineTwitter: @ironwifey_Facebook: IronWifeyIronWifey Magazine & Podcasts: https://www.ironwifeymagazine.comPlease Rate & Review, Like , Comment, & Subscribe!FEATURED MUSIC: Track: SkyHigh — Enine [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/q-lf6x9cVXwFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/skyhigh
Dear God I'm Grateful For Instruction.“Commit yourself to instruction; listen carefully to words of knowledge.” - Proverbs 23:12 NLT .Instruction is defined as a direction or order or detailed information telling how something should be done, operated, or assembled. The Bible is our instruction guide to living an orderly life that teaches us how to operate in Christ. .“The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. .Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.” - Psalms 19:7-11 NLT.Joyful are those who receive discipline from the Lord and those He teaches with instructions. (Psalms 94:12 NLT) May the words of our mouth and the meditation of our hearts be pleasing to the Lord, our rock and our redeemer.” (Psalms 19: 14 NLT).#Linkinbio #DearGodImGrateful #IronWifey #DGIG #instruction #order #theBible #faith #gratitudechallenge #Jesus #Ironwifeymagazine #God #ironwifeypodcastnetwork #christianpodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcast .STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH ALL THINGS IRONWIFEY:Instagram: @deargodimgrateful | @ironwifey_ | @ironwifeymagazineTwitter: @ironwifey_Facebook: IronWifeyIronWifey Magazine & Podcasts: https://www.ironwifeymagazine.comPlease Rate & Review, Like , Comment, & Subscribe!FEATURED MUSIC: Track: SkyHigh — Enine [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/q-lf6x9cVXwFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/skyhigh
1Timothy 4:8 NLT Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come. 1Samuel 22:1-2 NLT So David left Gath and escaped to the cave of Adullam. Soon his brothers and all his other relatives joined him there. Then others began coming—men who were in trouble or in debt or who were just discontented—until David was the captain of about 400 men. 1.Spiritual Vital Sign Psalms 19:14 NLT May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. 2.Spiritual CPR Matthew 9:12 NLT When Jesus heard this, he said, “Healthy people don't need a doctor—sick people do. 3.Spiritual health directly affects physical health Proverbs 14:30 NLT A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones. Application 1.Don't just hear, but put God's Word into action James 1:22 NLT But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. 2.An essential part to our spiritual health is maintaining communication with God. Luke 18:1 NKJV Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart. 3.Allow God to check the condition of your heart daily Jeremiah 17:10 NLT But I, the Lord, search all hearts and examine secret motives. I give all people their due rewards, according to what their actions deserve. Support this podcast
Find our message notes, lyric sheets, Bible study and giving options at https://www.newlifecc.com/ ext "Update" to 30500 for more information. For prayer requests, praise, and new commitments: Text "Prayers" to 30500. Message Notes: DIRECTION “Trusting God's Heart” For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (NIV) What is the price of two sparrows—one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don't be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows. Matthew 10:29-31 (NLT) HOW LONG, Lord? Will you forget me forever? HOW LONG will you hide your face from me? HOW LONG must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart? HOW LONG will my enemy triumph over me? Psalm 13:1-2 (NIV) But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing the LORD's praise, for he has been good to me Psalms 13:5-6 (NIV) I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. Psalm 32:8 (NLT) 1. Trusting God's direction brings me to a place of SURRENDER. Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge. Psalm 62:5-8 (NLT) May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 (NLT) Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That's why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT) 2. Trusting God's direction brings me to a place of REST. The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Psalm 23:1-3 (NLT) Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. Psalms 23:4 (NLT) 3. Trusting God's direction brings me to a place of PEACE. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 (NLT) I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. Psalm 32:8 (NLT) Don't lose your grip on Love and Loyalty. Tie them around your neck; carve their initials on your heart. Trust GOD from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for His voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he's the one who will keep you on track. Don't assume that you know it all. Run to GOD! Proverbs 3:3-7 (MSG) ----- Connect with us! → https://linktr.ee/newlifeccThank you so much for joining us online today! We hope you have a great week!
In Podcast Episode 83, “Prayer of Blessing: Unleashing Unlimited Power,” Kim discusses the unlimited power of God which is released when humble, willing hearts pray for others. Boaz, a godly man of integrity, has chosen to fulfill his role as a kinsman-redeemer for Ruth and Naomi. This paints a picture of our own kinsman-redeemer, Jesus Christ. When Boaz publicly proclaims his commitment to redeem Ruth, the witnesses pray a prayer of blessing over them both. However, little did they know how God would answer their prayers for this couple and their offspring far beyond anything they could have imagined. For whom do you need to pray and unleash the unlimited power of God? The primary scripture text for this episode is Ruth 4:1-12, with focal verses of 11-12: 11 Then the elders and all the people standing in the gate replied, “We are witnesses! May the Lord make this woman who is coming into your home like Rachel and Leah, from whom all the nation of Israel descended! May you prosper in Ephrathah and be famous in Bethlehem. 12 And may the Lord give you descendants by this young woman who will be like those of our ancestor Perez, the son of Tamar and Judah.” SOME IDEAS FOR SCRIPTURAL PRAYERS FOR OTHERS: Please give ______ a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline. (Ref. 2 Tim. 1:7) Please draw ____ back to _______ first love. (ref. Rev. 2:4) Please show ____ the truth, and may the truth set _________ free. (John 8:32 NLT) May _____ trust in You with ALL _______ heart and not depend on ___________ own understanding. May _______ seek Your will in all _________ does, and show _______ which path to take. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT, adapted). Please keep ____ in perfect peace as ______ trusts in You and keeps ______thoughts fixed on You! (ref: Isaiah 26:3 NLT) Holy Spirit, please pray for ______ with groanings that cannot be expressed in words about needs only You can know. (Ref. Rom. 8:26) May Your Word be a lamp to guide ____ feet and a light for _____ path. (Psalm 119:105) May the Lord keep ___ from all harm and watch over _______ life. May the Lord keep watch over ___ as he/she come and go, both now and forever. (Ref. 121:7-8) Let _____ hear of Your unfailing love each morning, may ________ trust You. Show _______ where to walk, and may ________ give ______ to you. (Ref. 143:8) Please give ______ ears to hear Your voice as You tell ________ the way _____ should go. (Ref. Is. 30:21) May _____ know that You are holding _____ right hand and speak to __________heart that You are there to help ________ (Ref. Is. 41:13) Please show ___ the godly way and give _________ the courage to walk in it, that ________ will find rest for ________ soul. (Ref. Jer. 6:16) May ____trust in the You and make You _______ hope and confidence. May his/her roots reach deep into the living water and have a resilient faith. (Ref. Jer. 17:7-8) May _____ know the plans You have for _______, pray, and look for God wholeheartedly. (Ref. Jer. 29:11-13) May ___ know there is nothing too hard for You! (Ref. Jer. 32:17) May ______ accept Christ Jesus as _______ Lord. (Ref. Col. 2:6a) Since You are not wanting anyone to perish, may ____ come to repentance. (Ref. 2 Peter 3:9 NIV) Please open ___'s mind to understand the Scriptures. (Ref. Luke 24:45) May Your peace, which transcends all understanding, guard ____'s heart and mind in Christ Jesus. (Ref. Phil. 4:7 NIV) Please heal _____'s broken heart and bind up _________ wounds. (Ref. Psalm 147:3 NIV) May ____ be strong and courageous, not afraid or discouraged and know You are with _____ wherever _______goes. (Ref. Joshua 1:9 NLT) Please free ___ from all _______ irrational fears. (Ref. Psalms 34:4 NLT) Please cover ___ with Your feathers and shelter _______ with Your wings.(Ref. Psalms 91:4a NLT) Please order Your angels to protect ____ wherever _______ goes. (Ref. Psalms 91:11 NLT) Please guide _____ with Your hand and support _______ with Your strength. (Ref. Psalms 139:10 NLT) Please search _____ and know _____ heart; test _____ and know _____ anxious thoughts. Point out anything in ______ that offends You, and lead _____ along the path of everlasting life. (Ref. Psalms 139:23-24 NLT) Please rescue ___ from evil people. Protect ______ from those who are violent, those who plot evil in their hearts and stir up trouble all day long. (Ref. Psalms 140:1-2 NLT) Please set a guard over _____'s mouth and keep watch over the door of his/her lips. (Ref. Psalm 141:3 NIV) Please give _______ wisdom in all matters. (Ref. James 1:5 NLT) May _____ live a life worthy of You and please You in every way. (Ref. Col. 1:10a NIV) May the word of the Lord is ring out from ____ to people everywhere. (Rer. 1 Thess. 1:8a NLT) May You. the God of peace, make _______ holy in every way. (Ref. 1 Thess. 5:23a NLT) May ____ not stifle the Holy Spirit. (Ref. 1 Thess. 5:19 NLT) May ____ stay away from every kind of evil. (Ref. 1 Thess, 5:22 NLT) Please teach ____ Your ways, O Lord, that _____may live according to Your truth. Grant _______purity of heart, so that _______ may honor You. (Ref. Psalm 86:11) May _____ live a clean, innocent life as a child of God, shining like a bright light in a world full of crooked and perverse people. (Ref. Phil. 2:15b) May _____press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed _____. (Ref. Phil. 3:12b) May _____ seek Your Kingdom above all else, and live righteously, and give ______everything _____needs. (Ref. Matt. 6:33 Please show ______ You are faithful and show _____ a way out of temptation. (Ref. 1 Cor. 10:13) Please show Your power through _______'s weakness. (Ref. 2 Cor. 12:9) May ____ never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. (Ref. Rom. 12:11) Please don't let ______ think about ways to indulge _________ evil desires. (Ref. Rom. 13:14b) Please comfort ______ in all ________ troubles so that ______ can comfort others with the same comfort God has given ______. (Ref. 2 Cor. 1:4) Please stand with _____ and give ______ strength. (Ref. 2 Tim. 4:17) May ____'s roots grow down into You and let _____ life be built on You. May _______ faith grow strong in the truth _____ was taught, and may ______ overflow with thankfulness. (Ref. Col. 2:7) May _______ see You, the Lord of Heaven's Armies, and as a result, see ______ as God sees _______.” (Ref. Is. 6:5) May _____ love You with all _______ heart, soul, mind, and strength and love _______ neighbor as _______. (Ref. Mark 12:30-31 NLT) Please send a spiritual "hornet" through ________ until even the hidden sins that hide have perished. (Ref. Deuteronomy 7:20 NIV) May ______ do Your will with all _______ heart.” (Ref. Ephesians 6:6b NLT) May ______ devote ________ to prayer and to the ministry of the Word.” (Ref. 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Discipleship series #4 A disciple responds positively to testing. (The character test.) By Pastor George Lehman James 1:12 “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” Genesis 22:1-2 “Sometime later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he replied. 2 Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, whom you love—Isaac—and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on a mountain I will show you.” Deuteronomy 8:2 Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years, to humble and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep his commands.” I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue [goodness, uprightness, moral excellence] enough to maintain what I consider the most desirable of all titles – the character of an honest man. George Washington Character means the combination of qualities or features that distinguishes one person from another. What do you think that distinguishing mark in a disciple’s life should be? Colossians 3:10 (Amp) - And have clothed yourselves with the new [spiritual self], which is [ever in the process of being] renewed and remolded into [fuller and more perfect knowledge upon] knowledge after the image (the likeness) of Him Who created it. God is serious about our growth Why a character test? Christians are to be good news before they share the good news. Most people won’t come right out and say it, but you’d better believe they’re thinking it - they’re not interested in committing their lives to Jesus Christ unless they observe attractive, qualities and consistent patterns of living in a Christian life that they know. Living a double standard life will never draw anyone to Jesus 2 Peter 1:5 (Msg) - So don’t loose a minute [i.e. use every second] in building on what you’ve been given, complementing* your basic faith with good CHARACTER, spiritual understanding. *To spend a long time thinking about your action We have taken off the old way of living, thinking, and acting... Have you? Here’s the reason why God gives us ‘the character test’: Ephesians 4:24 (Msg) - And working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces* His character in you. *To produce a copy of something Romans 8:29 “God pre-destined us to conform to the likeness of His Son.” God is redoing His original plan in us! How sad is this: The universe seems bankrupt as soon as we begin to discuss the character of individual lives. So many Christians are bankrupt of Character Luke 8:13 “Those on the rocky ground are the ones who receive the word with joy when they hear it, but they have no root. They believe for a while, but in the time of testing they fall away Nothing is so fatal to character as compromising of principles. 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NIV) - Do not be mislead, “bad company corrupts good character”. Check who you mostly hang around with it will tell you where you’re headed. Men of genius are admired Men of wealth are envied Men of power are feared BUT ONLY MEN OF CHARACTER are TRUSTED and FOLLOWED and RESPECTED Definition: In the character test, a disciple is surrounded by ungodliness, compromise and shortcuts that attempt to pull them in its direction. These may tempt the disciple to sin in various ways to weaken their character. In order to develop a disciple with strong, godly character qualities – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, self-control, faithfulness. God puts His disciples in fiery places so they may learn to stand strong in Him. Job 23:10 “But he knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold”. You cannot dream yourself into a character – you must hammer and forge yourself into one. It takes sacrifice, dedication, commitment and focus Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are to some extent a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it piece by piece – by thought, choice, courage and determination. The potential to fail and mess up is strong and very real. Purpose: The character test shows to the disciples the areas of weakness in their own personality, in what they stand for. Character is like the foundation of a house – it’s below the surface. When God allows a situation into a disciple’s life which requires patience, resistance to temptation and steadfastness you realise you must call on more of God’s grace. Usually an area of need surfaces where you must allow God to work. Every disciple has hidden character deficiencies (Blind spots) of which he is totally unaware until confronted with a character test that will call for a Godly response. This will expose your own true inward self. “The true you.” Self control (character) doesn’t vanish overnight. It slips away little by little under the constant pressure of an unguarded lifestyle. Interestingly this erosion of self control (character) is most likely to happen in those areas where you think you are strongest and feel most confident and secure. (Happens many times in older Christians) You can’t go on old energy and anointing. All of a sudden God exposes your true character to you – just when you thought you were on top of things. Romans 5:4 (Amp) - And endurance (fortitude) develops maturity of character (approved faith and tried integrity) and character (of this sort) produces (the habit of) joyful and confident hope of eternal salvation. Isaiah 59:19 says – when the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of God will raise up a STANDARD against him. Where on earth do you think the Standard will be raised if not in the life of a child of God. Character is the standard which destroys the enemy. When Character arrives on the scene the enemy will flee in many different directions How is your character? This is not a trick question which demands an honest answer The true disciple will watch over himself when he is alone. He examines his heart that there may be nothing wrong and that he may have no cause of dissatisfaction with himself. Psalm 25:21 (NLT) - May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you. How protected are you by your Honesty and integrity Action, looks, words, steps – form the alphabet by which you may spell CHARACTER. For those of you that have been serving the Lord for a number of years, remember, the higher the character the more you should regard your smaller actions. Character is made by many acts. It may be lost by a single action. The favour and blessing and prosperity and provision of God rest upon the disciple of character. Isn’t it amazing – God will allow a ‘character test’ to develop character in us and then He goes out of His way to bless that character? God doesn’t want to hurt us but He knows what’s good for us. Psalm 84:11 (Amp) - For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows (present) grace and favour and (future) glory (honour, splendour and heavenly bliss)! No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly. How have you been responding to tests, hardships, difficulties, tough situations. If you’re not happy with your actions, speech and behavior Repent and ask God to change you. Psalm 26:2 “Test me, O Lord and try me, examine my heart and my mind…” -o0o-
Discipleship series #4 A disciple responds positively to testing. (The character test.) By Pastor George Lehman James 1:12 “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” Genesis 22:1-2 “Sometime later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he replied. 2 Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, whom you love—Isaac—and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on a mountain I will show you.” Deuteronomy 8:2 Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years, to humble and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep his commands.” I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue [goodness, uprightness, moral excellence] enough to maintain what I consider the most desirable of all titles – the character of an honest man. George Washington Character means the combination of qualities or features that distinguishes one person from another. What do you think that distinguishing mark in a disciple’s life should be? Colossians 3:10 (Amp) - And have clothed yourselves with the new [spiritual self], which is [ever in the process of being] renewed and remolded into [fuller and more perfect knowledge upon] knowledge after the image (the likeness) of Him Who created it. God is serious about our growth Why a character test? Christians are to be good news before they share the good news. Most people won’t come right out and say it, but you’d better believe they’re thinking it - they’re not interested in committing their lives to Jesus Christ unless they observe attractive, qualities and consistent patterns of living in a Christian life that they know. Living a double standard life will never draw anyone to Jesus 2 Peter 1:5 (Msg) - So don’t loose a minute [i.e. use every second] in building on what you’ve been given, complementing* your basic faith with good CHARACTER, spiritual understanding. *To spend a long time thinking about your action We have taken off the old way of living, thinking, and acting... Have you? Here’s the reason why God gives us ‘the character test’: Ephesians 4:24 (Msg) - And working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces* His character in you. *To produce a copy of something Romans 8:29 “God pre-destined us to conform to the likeness of His Son.” God is redoing His original plan in us! How sad is this: The universe seems bankrupt as soon as we begin to discuss the character of individual lives. So many Christians are bankrupt of Character Luke 8:13 “Those on the rocky ground are the ones who receive the word with joy when they hear it, but they have no root. They believe for a while, but in the time of testing they fall away Nothing is so fatal to character as compromising of principles. 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NIV) - Do not be mislead, “bad company corrupts good character”. Check who you mostly hang around with it will tell you where you’re headed. Men of genius are admired Men of wealth are envied Men of power are feared BUT ONLY MEN OF CHARACTER are TRUSTED and FOLLOWED and RESPECTED Definition: In the character test, a disciple is surrounded by ungodliness, compromise and shortcuts that attempt to pull them in its direction. These may tempt the disciple to sin in various ways to weaken their character. In order to develop a disciple with strong, godly character qualities – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, self-control, faithfulness. God puts His disciples in fiery places so they may learn to stand strong in Him. Job 23:10 “But he knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold”. You cannot dream yourself into a character – you must hammer and forge yourself into one. It takes sacrifice, dedication, commitment and focus Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are to some extent a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it piece by piece – by thought, choice, courage and determination. The potential to fail and mess up is strong and very real. Purpose: The character test shows to the disciples the areas of weakness in their own personality, in what they stand for. Character is like the foundation of a house – it’s below the surface. When God allows a situation into a disciple’s life which requires patience, resistance to temptation and steadfastness you realise you must call on more of God’s grace. Usually an area of need surfaces where you must allow God to work. Every disciple has hidden character deficiencies (Blind spots) of which he is totally unaware until confronted with a character test that will call for a Godly response. This will expose your own true inward self. “The true you.” Self control (character) doesn’t vanish overnight. It slips away little by little under the constant pressure of an unguarded lifestyle. Interestingly this erosion of self control (character) is most likely to happen in those areas where you think you are strongest and feel most confident and secure. (Happens many times in older Christians) You can’t go on old energy and anointing. All of a sudden God exposes your true character to you – just when you thought you were on top of things. Romans 5:4 (Amp) - And endurance (fortitude) develops maturity of character (approved faith and tried integrity) and character (of this sort) produces (the habit of) joyful and confident hope of eternal salvation. Isaiah 59:19 says – when the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of God will raise up a STANDARD against him. Where on earth do you think the Standard will be raised if not in the life of a child of God. Character is the standard which destroys the enemy. When Character arrives on the scene the enemy will flee in many different directions How is your character? This is not a trick question which demands an honest answer The true disciple will watch over himself when he is alone. He examines his heart that there may be nothing wrong and that he may have no cause of dissatisfaction with himself. Psalm 25:21 (NLT) - May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you. How protected are you by your Honesty and integrity Action, looks, words, steps – form the alphabet by which you may spell CHARACTER. For those of you that have been serving the Lord for a number of years, remember, the higher the character the more you should regard your smaller actions. Character is made by many acts. It may be lost by a single action. The favour and blessing and prosperity and provision of God rest upon the disciple of character. Isn’t it amazing – God will allow a ‘character test’ to develop character in us and then He goes out of His way to bless that character? God doesn’t want to hurt us but He knows what’s good for us. Psalm 84:11 (Amp) - For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows (present) grace and favour and (future) glory (honour, splendour and heavenly bliss)! No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly. How have you been responding to tests, hardships, difficulties, tough situations. If you’re not happy with your actions, speech and behavior Repent and ask God to change you. Psalm 26:2 “Test me, O Lord and try me, examine my heart and my mind…” -o0o-
But forget all that—it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland. - Isaiah 43:18-19 NLT --- May you dream new dreams again - brave and bold dreams offered to our good and faithful Father.
Download Podcast I’ve heard countless conversations, books, messages and declarations that address the question..."Am I Worthy?" Can I ask you a personal question? Is the question "Am I Worthy?" one that rattles around in your head? And, just so I understand your answer, is the questions asking "Are you worthy to be loved?" or "Are worthy to be accepted?" I want to come back to that question later, but first I want to ask you a critical question, "Do you know who you are?" Maybe you’re answering, “Of course, I’m…" and you fill in the blank with your name or a title that everyone knows you by… but that doesn’t tell me who you are. Most of us answer that question internally very differently than we would answer someone asking it. Who are you? Some people answer this defining question by naming a failure or limitation... I am a: disappointment to my mom and dad. loser. wreck. stupid idiot. orphan. poor person. divorcee. criminal.” Or, some people label themselves with a sickness that defines them: I am a cripple. I am a diabetic. None of those things define you, nor should they. Please don’t let them keep you from being and doing what God called you to do. Can I use a joke to explain? A lady stopped in the pet store to buy her cat its favorite treat. She strolled past the row of bird cages on her way to the cat treats. As she passed a cage that housed a beautiful green and yellow parrot, it squawked “Ugly lady! Ugly lady!” at her. She was annoyed and complained to the management. The management punished the bird and promised the lady it wouldn’t happen again. In her frustration she forgot to buy the cat treats so, she had to go back that afternoon after work. When she passed the cage, the bird squawked “Ugly Lady! Ugly Lady!” The lady was really mad and demanded that the management do something immediately. Again, the management apologized and punished the bird even more sternly. The woman left in a huff. When she passed the store on the way to her work the next day, the parrot was in its cage outside the shop door. The bird said, “Hey lady!” She paused, and said, “Yes?” The bird squawked, “You know!” And we do know, because the truth is... inside all of us a timid little voice...that we hardly recognize... whispers…Yes I know. I know the real me. And because we think we know, we look in the mirror and we tell ourselves things that would make us very angry if someone else said anything close to what we are telling ourselves. The scary thing is, sometimes, we don’t even realize it! What you believe about yourself is vitally important. You can believe a lie or you can believe the truth. The truth is what God says about you. Congruent Your inner self-talk needs to be congruent with what God says about you. Not bigger. Not smaller. Simply line up with or conform and match what God says. The first thing God says... He made you in His image. You are loved. You are priceless. So valuable that He sent His Son into the World to bring you into His family. He wants to share Himself with you! There’s nothing you can do that will make Him stop loving you. But there are things that you can do and believe that will keep you from being and living as a child of God. Believing the truth about you begins with believing the truth about Him. Believing the truth about you isn’t automatic. It won’t happen unless you renew your mind. Only YOU can do that. That’s why it is so very important for you to take your thoughts and heart to the cross on a regular basis. Repent of sin. Embrace forgiveness. Reshape your inner self-talk by discovering what God says about you? Look at John 1:12 NIV ‘Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— God says if you have received Jesus and believed in His name you are a child of God. Is that what you say about yourself? Do you still struggle with that thought? Are you waiting until you are perfect to step into all that being His child means? If you have been born into God’s family, you are a child of God. That is your identity. Live out of your identity as a child of God. When Jesus was baptized by John in the Jordan River; God declared right out loud from heaven that this was His Son (Matthew 3:17). In the very next verse (Matthew 4:1) it says that Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After Jesus fasted for forty days and nights, the tempter said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread." Basically, he was daring Jesus to prove that He was God’s Son. The deceiver is still doing that; "Are you really God’s child? Prove it? You’re not good enough, special enough or worthy. You don’t know the Bible well enough.” Listening to the enemies lies creates doubt and robs you of confidence. Jesus didn’t defend Himself and demand His rights. He knew who He was. Instead of flooding your mind with excuses and explanations of why you “aren't” good enough to be God’s child, do what Jesus did. He spoke God’s Word. He didn’t need to argue because He had kingdom authority and so do you. Let me answer the question I started with, “Are you worthy?” Do you deserve God’s grace and love? Can you earn it by being good, or pretty, or smart or whatever you dictate the price must be paid to earn it and keep on earning it? No. You can’t earn it. And you don’t need to either. Ephesians 2:8, 9 NIV is very clear that we don’t become God’s child because we deserve it. “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9not by works, so that no one can boast.” My children didn’t have to do anything to earn my love. I loved them before I ever saw them. Wayne and I planned for them and wanted them. The instant I saw them I discovered a new meaning for love. Did they deserve it? What a ridiculous thought, they were my children and loving them was one of the greatest joys of my life. If a person earns something, they have to continue to do what they did to continue to be worthy. Stop trying to earn your place with your worthiness and simply receive His love. 1 John 3:1a NIV See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! … Yes! Because you answered yes to God’s invitation to become His child, you have nothing to prove and everything to gain by walking in His love and His overcoming power. That doesn’t mean you can live in rebellion against God. But, it means you will grow. And, as you grow you will become more and more like Jesus. Ephesians 3:19 NLT May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Who am I? I humbly and gratefully respond I am: a child of God. forgiven. blessed. valuable. loved. wise. the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus. healed whole able to do all things through Christ who strengthens me! And the truth is...I believe it! Now it’s your turn… let me ask you again… Who are you?
(2 Corinthians 4:2) (MSG) “We refuse to wear masks and play games. We don't maneuver and manipulate behind the scenes… Rather, we keep everything we do and say out in the open…” "Live your life as if there are no secrets." Title of message: Unmasking Our Relationships “If you try to build intimacy with another person before you have done the work of getting whole on your own, all your relationships become an attempt to complete yourself.” -Dr. Les Parrott Living Mask Free: 1. Understand Your Significance. (Romans 5:8) “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Acts 17:26-27) "From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us." (Ephesians 3:17) (NLT) “Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong.” (Ephesians 3:18) (NLT) “And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is.” (Ephesians 3:19) (NLT) “May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.” 2. Unswerving Confidence. (Psalm 27:3) “Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident.” (Psalm 27:13) “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.” (Philippians 1:16) “…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Ephesians 4:1 MSG) “I want you to get out there and walk—better yet, run!—on the road God called you to travel. I don't want any of you sitting around on your hands. I don't want anyone strolling off, down some path that goes nowhere.” (2 Corinthians 4:2) (MSG) “We refuse to wear masks and play games. We don't maneuver and manipulate behind the scenes… Rather, we keep everything we do and say out in the open…” 3. Unselfish Love. (Matthew 5:41) (NLT) “If a soldier demands that you carry his gear for a mile, carry it two miles.” (Matthew 5:43-44) “You're familiar with the old written law, 'Love your friend,' and its unwritten companion, 'Hate your enemy.' I'm challenging that. I'm telling you to love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer, for then you are working out of your true selves, your God-created selves. This is what God does. He gives his best—the sun to warm and the rain to nourish—to everyone, regardless: the good and bad, the nice and nasty. If all you do is love the lovable, do you expect a bonus? Anybody can do that. If you simply say hello to those who greet you, do you expect a medal? Any run-of-the-mill sinner does that.” (Ephesians 4:2-3 MSG) “And mark that you do this with humility and discipline—not in fits and starts, but steadily, pouring yourselves out for each other in acts of love, alert at noticing differences and quick at mending fences.”
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