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The gospel is not God's "plan B," but was God's plan before the foundation of the world to reveal his glory and save his people. Pastor Jeremy Treat continues our series through Acts with a sermon from Acts 2:22-41.

Nehemiah 4:14 “Don't be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.”Ephesians 6:11–18 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place,15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord's people.Deuteronomy 6:6–86 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.8 Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.Psalm 127:1“Unless the LORD builds the house, the builders labor in vain.”            May: Focus on the Family Month             Fighting for the Family           1. THE FAMILY IS UNDER SPIRITUAL ATTACK                      Psalm 11:3 – “If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?”          2. GOD HAS GIVEN US SPIRITUAL WEAPONS                       Ephesians 6:10–18 “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.”          3. REBUILD THE ALTAR IN YOUR HOME                       Deuteronomy 6:6–7, 9 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.7 Impress them on your children. 9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.          4. FIGHT TOGETHER, NOT AGAINST EACH OTHER                Nehemiah 4:14 “Don't be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes."  Our Response 

Joshua 24:14–15  14 “Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt, and serve the Lord.15 But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Ephesians 5:21-25, 6:1-4 21 Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. 22 Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord... 25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her... 6:1Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.2 “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise—3 “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” 4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.  I Peter 1:13-1613 Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming.14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance.15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do;16 for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” Hebrews 12:14 14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.           May: Focus on the Family Month            Building a HOLY FAMILY           1. A Holy Family Starts with a Holy Choice                    Joshua 24:15 "But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."          2. A Holy Family is Built on Biblical Roles.                   Ephesians 5:22–6:4                     Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord...                 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her...                 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.                    Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.          3. A Holy Family Practices Personal Holiness.                           1 Peter 1:13–16 "Be holy, because I am holy."           4. A Holy Family Pursues Peace and Discipline.                          Hebrews 12:14 "Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord."        Our Response 

Matthew 12:46-5046 While Jesus was still talking to the crowd, his mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to him.47 Someone told him, “Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to you.” 48 He replied to him, “Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?”49 Pointing to his disciples, he said, “Here are my mother and my brothers.50 For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.”John 3:3–8Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” 4 “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother's womb to be born!” 5 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.6 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit.7 You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You[c] must be born again.'8 The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.” Ephesians 2:19-2219 Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God's people and also members of his household, 20 built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. 21 In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. 22 And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.Hebrews 2:10-12For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to glory, should make the founder of their salvation perfect through suffering.11 For he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one source. That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers, 12 saying, “I will tell of your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation, I will sing your praise.” 2 Corinthians 5:20"We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us..."            May: Focus on the Family Month             Church: The Family of Christ           1.    Christ's Family is Entered Through Spiritual Birth                   John 3:3 "Unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."2.Christ's Family Lives in Covenant Relationship        Ephesians 2:19 "You are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God's people and also members of his household." 3. Christ's Family is Called to Love        John 13:34-35 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." 4. Christ's Family is On a Mission         2 Corinthians 5:20 "We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us..."  Our Response 

Description: In this episode, David discusses the upcoming changes to the Christian Healthy Lifestyle Podcast, focusing on how our love for God influences our health across spiritual, mental, and physical dimensions. He addresses common misconceptions about God's nature, emphasizing that God is fundamentally loving and involved in our lives. David outlines how to deepen our relationship with God through practices like prayer, worship, and Bible study, and highlights the numerous benefits of aligning our lives with God's design. Time Stamps: Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Changes in the Podcast 02:28 The Impact of Our Love for God on Health 05:34 Misconceptions About God's Nature 17:09 Understanding God's Love and Our Response 20:35 Practices to Deepen Our Relationship with God 24:25 Benefits of Aligning with God's Design Links: Full Show Notes Page More episodes: Podcast Hompage For a Copy of David's Book: The Christian's Guide to Holistic Health Ask David a question to be answered on an upcoming episode: Ask Me Anything Would you like to be on the Show? Schedule a Lifestyle Audit Twitter X Youtube Christian Healthy Lifestyle Community

Matthew 28:18-2016 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him, but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Mark 16:15-2015 He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;18 they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.” Luke 24:46-4946 He told them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, 47 and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of these things. 49 I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” John 20:21-2321 Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” 22 And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone's sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”                  A Sermon Series "Fix Your Eyes Upon Jesus"                  1. The Procession of the Commission – John 20:21 "As the Father has sent Me, I am sending you."                 2. The Preeminence of the Commission – Matthew 28:18 "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me."                 3. The Perimeter of the Commission – Mark 16:15 "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation."                 4. The Proclamation of the Commission – Luke 24:47 "Repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in His name..."                 5. The Purpose of the Commission – Matthew 28:19-20 "Make disciples of all nations... teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."                 6. The Power for the Commission - John 20:22 "And with that he breathed on them and said, 'Receive the Holy Spirit.'"                   7. The Presence in the Commission – Matthew 28:20 “I am with you always...”                Our Response 

By challenging us to reflect on our ultimate comfort the catechism helps us to see the richness of belonging to Jesus 1. The Reason I Belong to Jesus 2. The Security of Belonging to Jesus 3. Our Response to Belonging to JesusTime:AfternoonMinister:Pastor J YsingaTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 1Psalm 23Luke 2:25–32

John 11:11 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha.2 (This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair.)3 So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.”4 When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God's glory so that God's Son may be glorified through it.”5 Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.6 So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days,7 and then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.”8 “But Rabbi,” they said, “a short while ago the Jews there tried to stone you, and yet you are going back?”9 Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? Anyone who walks in the daytime will not stumble, for they see by this world's light.10 It is when a person walks at night that they stumble, for they have no light.”11 After he had said this, he went on to tell them, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going there to wake him up.”12 His disciples replied, “Lord, if he sleeps, he will get better.”13 Jesus had been speaking of his death, but his disciples thought he meant natural sleep.14 So then he told them plainly, “Lazarus is dead,15 and for your sake I am glad I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him.”16 Then Thomas (also known as Didymus[a]) said to the rest of the disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.”Jesus Comforts the Sisters of Lazarus17 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days.18 Now Bethany was less than two miles[b] from Jerusalem,19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother.20 When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home.21 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died.22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.”23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.”24 Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.”25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”27 “Yes, Lord,” she replied, “I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who is to come into the world.”28 After she had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary aside. “The Teacher is here,” she said, “and is asking for you.”29 When Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him.30 Now Jesus had not yet entered the village, but was still at the place where Martha had met him.31 When the Jews who had been with Mary in the house, comforting her, noticed how quickly she got up and went out, they followed her, supposing she was going to the tomb to mourn there.32 When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.”33 When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled.34 “Where have you laid him?” he asked.“Come and see, Lord,” they replied.35 Jesus wept.36 Then the Jews said, “See how he loved him!”37 But some of them said, “Could not he who opened the eyes of the blind man have kept this man from dying?”Jesus Raises Lazarus From the Dead38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance.39 “Take away the stone,” he said.“But, Lord,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man, “by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.”40 Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?”41 So they took away the stone. Then Jesus looked up and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me.42 I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.”43 When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!”44 The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face.Jesus said to them, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.” Focusing on the person of Jesus (Hebrews 12:1) Christ's Power in His Timing (Vv 1–7) Christ's Power in His Tears (Vv 28–37)Christ's Power in His Truth (Vv 21–27)  Christ's Power in His Triumph (Vv. 38-44) Our Response 

Luke 4:14-2114 Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside.15 He was teaching in their synagogues, and everyone praised him.16 He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read,17 and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on me,    because he has anointed me    to proclaim good news to the poor.He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners    and recovery of sight for the blind,to set the oppressed free,19     to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.”20 Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on him.21 He began by saying to them, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” Introduction (Hebrews 12:1) The Anointed One: Prophet, Priest, and King (v.18)     JESUS OUR PROPHET: The Voice of God             "...to proclaim good news to the poor and... recovery of sight for the blind." (v.18)  JESUS OUR PRIEST: The Mediator and Sacrifice       "He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and to set the oppressed free." (v.18)  JESUS OUR KING: The Ruler of God's Kingdom (v.19)  “To proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.”Our Response 

Welcome to The Starting Zone Podcast, The World of Warcraft Podcast for New and Experienced Players! This week Spencer Downey and Jason Lucas discuss the vote for Season 3 dungeons, DDOS Attacks, Horrific Visions, Hotfixes, and everything going on around Azeroth! Episode #677: Your TWW Favourite Dungeon? What's New this Week in World of Warcraft! Weekly Event - Warlords of Draenor Timewalking Weekly Quest - Titan Disc Fragments PvP Brawl - Classic Ashran Mythic+ Affixes - Xal'atath's Bargain: Pulsar Micro-Holiday: March of the Tadpoles - April 5th Darkmoon Faire - April 6th to 12th Don't miss it Weekly Checklist World Boss - The Gobfather, in Undermine Special Assignment World Quests Theater Troupe Awakening the Machine Spreading the Light Severed Threads Pacts Worldsoul Memories Important Posts April's Trading Post is Faire and Bright Vote for your Favorite War Within Mythic+ Dungeon An Update on Our Response to the DDoS Attacks 11.1.5 PTR Development Notes Hotfixes and much more! You can find us on Discord at The Starting Zone or email us at TheStartingZone@Gmail.com Have you heard about our Patreon? It's a great way to support the show and goes towards making more content for you! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/thestartingzone Looking for to grab some great TSZ merch? Look no further than here! We've got the shirts, hoodies, mugs, pillows even stickers you want!

Trevor Teel - Difficult Times, Dangerous People & Our Response by Amarillo Church of Christ Sermons

Affliction in the life of the Christian can bring joy when we understand that it's part of what it means to belong to Jesus and that he is using it to make us more like him.Don't be Surprised (vv. 12, 19)Suffering as a Christian (vv. 14-16)God's Purpose and Our Response to Trials (vv. 12-13, 16-19)Discussion StartersMonday— To whom was 1 Peter written? What was the situation like? How would you summarize its message so far? How has it challenged or helped you?Tuesday—Why are so many Christians surprised by fiery trials? Why shouldn't you be surprised? How does good theology prepare you for trials and bad theology ill-prepare you?Wednesday—What does it mean to “suffer as a Christian”? (vv. 14-16) What all does it entail? Why?Thursday—What are God's purposes in ordaining trials in our lives? Why does he ordain more trials for his children than for the world? Is this proof of God's love or his indifference?Friday—How are you called to respond to “fiery trials?” Are you to rejoice in the trials themselves or something else? What and why?

This sermon is based on Ephesians 4:1-6 and emphasizes the importance of understanding our position in Christ, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the internal transformation that leads to a life that honors God. It also discusses the command to live out our faith, the characteristics of a worthy walk, and the necessity of knowledge and humility in our spiritual journey."Walk worthy of our Calling"By Rev. Anthony TechicoPreached: March 16, 2025ONSITE: 3/F Main Sanctuary Malate, ManilaFull Stream: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NMEC.Online/Livestreaming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you wish to support the Lord's work through our church:https://NMEC.Online/Giving⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NMEC Sunday Worship 2025 wk 11 Sermon PodcastChapters:(00:00) Walking Worthy of Our Calling(11:31) Understanding God's Grace and Our Response(23:06) The Power of the Word in Our Lives(26:34) Craving Spiritual Growth(28:25) The Importance of Accountability(31:26) Walking Worthy of Our Calling(32:41) Humility in the Christian Walk(35:02) The Internal vs. External Walk(37:51) The Example of Judas(40:40) The Role of the Holy Spirit(44:47) Mind Control and Spiritual Discipline(47:27) Living for God's Glory(54:21) Evidence of Genuine Faith

Our Response to God - Worship | Kirsti | Sunday 16 March

Tune in to the Respect Life Radio podcast as we welcome guest Suellen Brewster, who discusses her recent article on Catholic Exchange, "Our Response to Crisis: Fear or Faith." Suellen explores the challenges we face during times of crisis and how we can respond with a faith-filled perspective rather than succumbing to fear. Suellen encourages the the faithful writing, "We have the opportunity to let go of fearful, judgmental reactions, to trust God and to respond to the seekers of the world with authentic inquisitiveness". Don't miss this insightful conversation on navigating life's uncertainties through trust in God's plan. To read the full article visit: https://catholicexchange.com/our-response-to-crisis-fear-or-faith/

1 John 2:1-2My dear children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.2 He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. Fellowship: God vs. the World  1. DON'T SIN (2:1a) 2. DON'T DESPAIR WHEN YOU DO SIN (2:1b) 3. SHARE JESUS WITH THE WORLD (1 John 2:2b) Our Response

This week at our Perdido Key Campus, Executive + Worship Pastor Joe McClellan continues preaching expositionally through the gospel of Luke in our series, “ And So It Begins.” We hope this resource is a blessing to you. For more information about the Point Church, please visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Takeaway: Once We Have Been Cleansed, Our Response is Obedience

1 John 2:15-17"Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever." Assurance: Loving God, His People, and His Command God vs. the World: Do Not Love the World (v.15) What is the world? (v. 15) What is in the world? (v. 16)What will happen to the world? (v17) Our Response

I John 5:6-126 This is the one who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ. He did not come by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth.7 For there are three that testify:8 the Spirit, the water and the blood; and the three are in agreement.9 We accept human testimony, but God's testimony is greater because it is the testimony of God, which he has given about his Son.10 Whoever believes in the Son of God accepts this testimony. Whoever does not believe God has made him out to be a liar, because they have not believed the testimony God has given about his Son.11 And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.12 Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. Purpose of I John: Assurance  The Testimony of the Water and the Blood (v.6)  The Testimony of the Spirit (v.6-8)  The Testimony of God (v.9-10) The Testimony of Eternal Life (v.11-12)  Our Response

In this conversation, the Pastor Jason emphasizes the unwavering faithfulness of God and the importance of our response to His plans. Through the story of Moses and the Israelites, the speaker illustrates how God has a plan for each individual, even in moments of chaos and uncertainty. The message encourages listeners to trust in God's control, to respond actively to His call, and to recognize that faith is not just a feeling but an action. The conversation culminates in the reminder that God's ultimate plan is fulfilled through Jesus, and our response is to trust and follow Him. Chapters 00:00 Faithfulness of God 02:23 Building a Foundation of Faith 03:39 God's Plan and Our Response 13:35 Understanding God's Plan 27:11 Moses' Leadership and Our Response 40:23 The Ultimate Plan: Jesus

Understand why commitment to God is not just a duty but a divine responsibility, and how true love for Him involves our heart, soul, mind, and strength. We'll also dive into the inspiring example of the Macedonian church, whose extraordinary generosity reminds us that giving is about more than just finances—it's about gratitude, love, and faith. "The Commitment of our Giving"by Bishop Leo AlcongaPreached: Jan 12, 2025 About the Speaker: Bishop Leo Alconga serves as the Executive Director of International Needs Inc. and the National President of the Philippines for Jesus Movement. With decades of experience, Bishop Alconga sits on the board of several influential organizations, including: The Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches,Philippine Relief and Development Services (PHILRADS),The Asian Center for Missions,FEBIAS College of Bible,The World Vision Foundation,Tribes and Nations Outreach, andGlobal Transformation Ministries. An elder at Pasig Bible Christian Church and Chairman of the Lion's Bible Communities of the Philippines, Bishop Alconga is a respected voice in faith and community development. In 2021, he was honored with a Doctor of Divinity degree from Promise Christian University in California. ONSITE: 3/F Main Sanctuary Malate, Manila Full Stream: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NMEC.Online/Livestreaming⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you wish to support the Lord's work through our church: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NMEC.Online/Giving⁠⁠⁠⁠ NMEC Sunday Worship 2025 wk 02 Sermon Podcast Chapters: (00:00) Understanding Our Commitment to God (07:33) The Nature of Giving and Generosity (11:56) Defining Commitment and Its Significance (15:28) Loving God: The Greatest Commandment (18:23) Understanding God's Love and Our Response (20:51) The Grace of Giving: Lessons from the Macedonian Church (27:09) Gratitude as a Foundation for Giving (32:18) Commitment to God and the Impact of Our Giving

Why does worship matter more than you realize? In this powerful sermon, Pastor Zion Rempel explores the transformative role of worship in deepening our connection to God, aligning our hearts with His Spirit, and fostering unity within the faith community. Drawing from biblical context, Pastor Zion emphasizes that worship is more than a tradition—it's a spiritual discipline that empowers passionate Christ followers to live authentically and intentionally. Ready to take the next step in your faith journey? Like, share, and subscribe to stay connected for future content that deepens your understanding of biblical context and inspires a life of empowered worship. Together, let's create a more inclusive and vibrant faith community centered on Jesus. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro07:35 - The Song of Creation12:47 - Lifestyle of Worship18:29 - Brain Response to Music22:05 - Effectiveness of Worship24:30 - Connection Through Worship27:19 - Aligning Emotions in Worship29:40 - How to Worship Effectively35:48 - Posture in Worship37:37 - Responding to God's Love39:48 - Our Response to Godes33:53 - Recognizing Distractions from the Enemy35:39 - Mastering Our Spiritual Weapons----------Follow 2911 Church on Social Media:FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/2911churchINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/2911churchWEBSITE: https://www.2911church.com/GIVING: https://2911church.churchcenter.com/giving----------Subscribe to 2911 Church's Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SiLmBl5TcTGD63CTNwU4f?si=98186b325cf94ee6Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/29-11-church/id1456498714

Jason Hsieh preaches "Our Response to Tragedy" from Romans 12:15, in this Sunday morning gathering of Grace Harbor Church.

Day 248 Monday, December 23 2024 ✨Topic: God's Sovereignty and Our Response to His Faithfulness ======== Day 1 – Empowered by the Spirit to Fulfill God's Purpose Day 2 – A Heart of Obedience in the Face of Judgment Day 3 – The Joy of God's Presence and His Victory Day 4 –God's Reign Brings Justice and Salvation Day 5 – God's Sovereignty Over the Nations Join us in 2025 and read the One Year Bible with us : https://bible.com/p/70515498/17c3d4a35c21ae80d24bb389c704df89 Exploring how God's Word strengthens our faith and equips us to live boldly, faithfully, and with integrity. Join us daily at 5:30 AM for this transformative journey – let's grow together! -------------------------------------- Contact us info@ourgivenpurpose.com ---------------------------------------

Christmas is about a CHOICE The most important choice any of us will ever make Series: SONGS OF CHRISTMAS HOPE – Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel STORY – Go Tell It on the Mountain Our song this week… Oh Come all Ye Faithful This song speaks of God's GLORY Before we look at the song, we need to do a little Theology First, Let's define GLORY GLORY: Beauty, power, or honor: a quality of God's character that emphasizes His greatness and authority The word is used in 3 senses: 1: God's moral beauty and perfection of Character Psalm 113:4 The Lord is exalted above all the nations, his glory above the heavens. We all fall short of this version of God's glory… Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God 2: The Audible honor and praise of His creation Revelation 5:13 I heard every creature in heaven, on earth, under the earth, on the sea, and everything in them say, Blessing and honor and glory and power be to the one seated on the throne, and to the Lamb, forever and ever! The last and for us today, most important… 3: The manifestation of God's Presence Leviticus 9:23-24 23 Moses and Aaron then entered the tent of meeting. When they came out, they blessed the people, and the glory of the Lord appeared to all the people. 24 Fire came from the Lord and consumed the burnt offering and the fat portions on the altar. And when all the people saw it, they shouted and fell facedown. There was a problem though… Only a few could approach this version of God's Glory Was very dangerous Because of Israel's rebellion, God removed His Glory Vision in Ezekiel For generations, God's Glory/presence seemed gone from the world… until… John 1 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 All things were created through him, and apart from him not one thing was created that has been created. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 That light shines in the darkness, and yet the darkness did not overcome it. 14 The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. This in Christian theology is called… THE INCARNATION: The act of being made flesh. That Jesus, being fully God, took on human flesh, also becoming fully human Now, with that understanding, let's look at this week's song O come all ye faithful (Just 3 verses) 1. O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye, to Bethlehem. Come and behold him, born the King of angels; 2. True God of true God, Light from Light Eternal, lo, he shuns not the Virgin's womb; Son of the Father, begotten not created; 3. Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation; O sing, all ye citizens of heaven above! Glory to God, all glory in the highest; Refrain: O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. Back to our this or that Game Choices made based on preference Christmas is a reminder of the choice that lies before each of us… Before the world   Story of the Wise Men Wisemen from the east came looking for the “ONE BORN KING OF THE JEWS” Came following a star   Herod was king of Jerusalem A puppet king through Rome Ruthless and evil Herod was also clever… Tricked the Wisemen… Matthew 2 7 Then Herod secretly summoned the wise men and asked them the exact time the star appeared. 8 He sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and search carefully for the child. When you find him, report back to me so that I too can go and worship him.” 9 After hearing the king, they went on their way. And there it was—the star they had seen at its rising. It led them until it came and stopped above the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they were overwhelmed with joy. 11 Entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and falling to their knees, they worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 12 And being warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their own country by another route. Herod flew into a rage and demanded that all boys under 2 in Bethlehem be put to death What does this story teach us? The same thing O Come All Ye Faithful The Glory of God Demands Response The enemies of God try to convince the world that you can NEUTRAL You don't have to pick any side But God has INTERRUPTED this world with the birth of Jesus Nothing will be the same God's GLORY has COME AGAIN What is our only response to the GLORY OF GOD? We either WORSHIP Him or HATE Him Worship or kill him Let's play THIS OR THAT – Luke 2 edition Worship Jesus like the Wisemen Brought valuable things recognizing the GLORY of Jesus Choose to remain the “KING” and destroy anything that threatens your authority Like Herrod You may say… “But I'm not trying to be King…”   Here's the key question What are you regularly surrendering to God in recognition of his GLORY? Presence and perfection/power The gifts of the Magi were things of VALUE What are some things of VALUE that we should be giving to God? Maybe some physical things Money/resources Time God is not as interested in those things as He is in other things… Dreams – Willing to give those to God? Trauma – Willing to give it to God? Sexuality – Willing to give it to God? Fears – Willing to give it to God? Those are pretty terrible gifts… But it's what he wants This is not the only time we have seen this Chief priests to Pilot John 19 15 They shouted, “Take him away! Take him away! Crucify him!” Pilate said to them, “Should I crucify your king?” “We have no king but Caesar!” the chief priests answered. 16 Then he handed him over to be crucified. At it's heart, Christmas is a season of RESPONSE What are we responding to? John 1 14 The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. The GLORY of the Lord made known to us in Christ Jesus What is our response? O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Transformative Truth:  The indescribably glorious God on heaven's throne rules over all. The Revelation of the Throne "On the throne" "Around the throne" "From the throne"  "Before the throne" "Around the throne" (again) Our Response to the Throne Acknowledge Bow  Come Declare

Passage: Revelation 8-9 Sermon Notes: Intro: 1. The Judgement of God a. Seal b. Trumpet c. Bowls 2. Judgment of God liken to Birth Pains leading to the coming of Christ I. Why are these Judgements happening at all? a. God's goodness and justice II. The nature of these Judgements a. 4 Trumpets i. Trumpets 1. Trumpet 1: 1/3 of the earth burned up 2. Trumpet 2: 1/3 of the sea becomes blood 3. Trumpet 3: 1/3 of the river becomes bitter 4. Trumpet 4: 1/3 of the Sun, moon, stars become dark ii. They involve something from space being thrown down to earth. b. 2 Trumpets i. Demonic Horde that looks like locusts inflicting pain on humanity for 5 months ii. A demonic army of 200,000,000 out to destroy 1/3 of humanity c. Partial judgement and Call for Repentance i. These judgements were partial, only 1/3. ii. You can see the world making explanations for these things. 1. “Just things falling from outer space.” 2. “There's always war in the middle east.” iii. Vs 9:20 says 1. They did not stop worshipping demons 2. They did not repent of their murders 3. They did not repent of their magical arts 4. They did not repent of their sexual immorality 5. They did not repent for their thefts III. Our Response to the Judgements Matthew 25 a. Vs 1-13 Wake up Call to Be on Alert: Parable of the 10 Virgins b. Vs 14-30 Wake up Call to Not waste our Time: Parable of Talents c. Vs 35-36 Wake up Call to Live a Life of Love: Feeding the Hungry, Welcoming Stranger, Clothed the Naked, Visit the prisoner To give please visit: wearetruelove.com/give Join TLC on our social media for updates! YouTube @truelovecommunity Facebook @truelovecommunityministry Instagram @truelovecommunity

His Work and Our Response, Hebrews 10:19-25, Jay Stoneking. FBCW, FBC Wheeling, Hebrews Sermon

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues the series through Acts. The Lord opens doors for the Gospel. The Lord opens hearts for the Gospel. Our Response to the Lord's work is we must faithfully seek opportunities to share the Gospel. We must faithfully respond to His calling to Gospel. October 20, 2024

In a world of non-stop information, it's hard to remember what we heard just 24 hours ago. Which is why, in this Q3 Review, John and Allen pause to recall the big ideas from our past three months of podcasts. Discover how the concept of a partnership narrative with God weaves through every part of our lives—whether the focus is creativity, our response to crisis, or the pursuit of deeper healing and integration.Show Notes: These are the podcast series referenced in this episode: 1) Awakening Your Creativity / Moving into Fierce Mastery (July 15 and 22, 2024)2) Survival School - Orientation & Integration (August 12 and 19, 2024)3) Our Response to Crisis (August 26 through September 16, 2024) Discover more about upcoming Noble Workshops (including one this November) at www.nobleworkshops.com/get-started._______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 791Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

Hebrews 12:18-29 Bro. Tom Curry I. Worship is Our Response to the Gospel. II. Worship Happens in a Community of Believers. III. Worship Motivates Us to Service. Music: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-youtube-videos

Matthew 24:3-5, 36-393 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” 4 Jesus answered: “Watch out that no one deceives you. 5 For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah,' and will deceive many. 2 Corinthians 11:1-20I hope you will put up with me in a little foolishness. Yes, please put up with me!2 I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I might present you as a pure virgin to him.3 But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent's cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ.4 For if someone comes to you and preaches a Jesus other than the Jesus we preached, or if you receive a different spirit from the Spirit you received, or a different gospel from the one you accepted, you put up with it easily enough.  5. Sermon Title: Spiritual Summer: A Discerning Spirit Part VReview  Doctrinal Discernment: Gospel Essentials  Characteristics of False Prophets/Teachers Paul's Response and Our Response  

In this sermon, Pastor Tony delves into Matthew 8:23–27, where Jesus calms the storm. Join us as we explore, our need for rescue, our help, and our response. **Our Need (vv. 23–24):** The disciples' dire situation, particularly their vulnerability and desperation, highlight the universal human experience and our innate need for rescue. **Our Help (vv. 25–26):** Pastor Tony discusses Jesus' powerful response as the disciples cry for help, emphasizing Christ as our ultimate source of help in times of crisis. **Our Response (v. 27):** Finally, Pastor Tony encourages us to recognize and consider our own responses to divine intervention.

The Rebellion vv. 1-3 Gods Response vv. 4-6 The Messiah vv. 7-9 Our Response vv. 10-12 THE WAY TO WISDOM Receive Gods Instruction Serve The Lord and Rejoice Honor and Obey Jesus Take Refuge in Him

A new MP3 sermon from Beryl Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: God's Unshakable Kingdom and Our Response in Worship Subtitle: The Church Speaker: Lee Lentz Broadcaster: Beryl Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 7/14/2024 Bible: Hebrews 12:25-29 Length: 53 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Covenant Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Response to an Evil and Hostile World. Practical Christianity 101 pt. 5 Romans 12 Subtitle: Romans/Swann Speaker: Pastor Charles Swann Broadcaster: Covenant Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 6/23/2024 Bible: Romans 12:14; Romans 12:9-21 Length: 67 min.

Psalm 119:9-16, 114-116, 140, 1669How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands.11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.12 Praise be to you, Lord; teach me your decrees.13 With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth.14 I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.15 I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.16 I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word. 114 You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.115 Away from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commands of my God!116 Sustain me, my God, according to your promise, and I will live;166 I wait for your salvation, Lord, and I follow your commands. Spiritual Summer       His Grace and Our Response Spiritual Battle       Sin and the Devil  Spiritual Food      Power of the Word      Practice of the Word         1. Seek the Word (v10)         2. Hide the Word (v11)        3. Pray the Word (vv.12-13, 114-116)         4. Apply the Word (vv.14, 140)         5. Hope in the Word (vv.1

God's Grace. Our Response. (Acts 11) by Harvest Church

Our Response

A new MP3 sermon from Hope For The Heart is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Response to His Return Subtitle: Book of Revelation Speaker: Pastor William Rogers Broadcaster: Hope For The Heart Event: Podcast Date: 4/19/2024 Bible: Revelation 22:7-12 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Hope For The Heart is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Response to His Return Subtitle: Book of Revelation Speaker: Pastor William Rogers Broadcaster: Hope For The Heart Event: Podcast Date: 4/19/2024 Bible: Revelation 22:7-12 Length: 33 min.

Sunday – 04/07/2024 – Our Response to End Time Events

Sunday – 04/07/2024 – Our Response to End Time Events

Friends, we had another hot topic in our group text that we knew we needed to bring on the pod to have with all of you! Today we're chatting about the February 25th episode of “Saturday Night Live” with a guest host who used his niece and her Down syndrome diagnosis as a punch line to his set. We're talking about our reactions and the larger conversation: who has the right to use Down syndrome and disability as a joke or punch line? Join us as we discuss the discomfort when jokes are made for an audience not connected to someone with Down syndrome and whether the laugh is at the expense of the person with the disability. Listen in as we unpack the complexities of comedy, connection, and the importance of shifting narratives. --- SHOW NOTES Comedian Shane Gillis opening the February 25, 2024 episode of “Saturday Night Live” One of the articles written about the backlash Learn more about Josh Blue More episodes to check out: 245. Can An Advocate Get It Wrong Sometimes? 234. Producing A Diverse, Authentic, & Honoring Netflix Series (w/Down For Love Producer Robyn Paterson) 217. The Things People Say 208. Growing Through Uncomfortable Conversations (w/Ashley - TLFP Producer & Self-Advocate) 186. Our Response to the Ableist Comments on Netflix's "Love Is Blind" 169. The Harm in Using People with Disabilities As "Inspiration" in Clickbait Viral Videos JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  MICHA'S NEW BOOK Pre-order Micha's new book Blessed Are The Rest Of Us coming April 4, 2024! (All pre-order's purchased through Baker Book House receive a signed copy with a lucky few temporary tatoo!) THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode! 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

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Pastor Kirk Hall continues his verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter. Today's message is entitled, "Our Response to God's Salvation: How Then Shall We Live?"

This is Our Response! #IgniteTheLight! I'm all fired up! Listen & SHARE! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 of Chicago

A new MP3 sermon from Alpha and Omega Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Road Trip Dividing Line: California’s Secular Tyranny, Our Response, Some Taylor Mars Subtitle: The Dividing Line 2023 Speaker: Dr. James White Broadcaster: Alpha and Omega Ministries Event: Podcast Date: 9/12/2023 Length: 65 min.

In this episode, we philosophize (are you surprised?) about observations we've been making for the past decade or more as we've read, studied, and traveled to 50+ countries. It's kind of like putting together a puzzle. You take one piece after another and see where they fit and little by little a picture begins to emerge. In this case, the picture that's forming shows the current state of the world and the impending disasters that seem to lurk around the bend. We expound on a few of them, get angry about a few others, rant and rave a little, and then share strategies to help protect yourself and your family. We may not be able to stop the avalanche of disaster, but we can get out of the way. We also open up about our own fears in 'speaking up' or speaking out -- and the necessity for ALL of us to raise our voices. Because all that's required for the triumph of evil is for good men and women to do nothing. Tools & Resources mentioned in this episode: The Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl's Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park The Fourth Turning Animal Farm by George Orwell 1984 by George Orwell #157 Our Response to Incomprehensible Stupid Memes & Other Current Events #198 Masturbation & Cheap Sexual Acts Are Poor Substitutes for Real Connection Be the Man Masterclass 28-Day Challenge for Moms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extraordinary-family-life/message

Ian Bremmer (@ianbremmer) is a political scientist, the president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, and the author of NYT bestseller The Power of Crisis: How Three Threats — and Our Response — Will Change the World. What We Discuss with Ian Bremmer: How the COVID pandemic exposed cracks in the ability of major powers to cooperate with one another for the common good. What a Goldilocks crisis is and how one could galvanize successful cooperation on a global scale. Why conflict between nations becomes more likely when the balance of power is unclear. Are we currently in a state of technological cold war with other superpowers? How rising sea levels combined with dwindling supplies of drinking water stand to drive migration crises and increase the likelihood of conflict. And much more... Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/736 Sign up for Six-Minute Networking -- our free networking and relationship development mini course -- at jordanharbinger.com/course! Did you hear our conversation with national security strategist Robert Spalding? Catch up with episode 268: Robert Spalding | How China Took Over America here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!