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Genesis - Made In His Image
We often find ourselves waiting for God's help and wondering why. God could solve our problems instantly, but often He doesn't. This message looks at what God is doing when we have to wait.
8:30am service on March 14, 2021 Preaching text: Jeremiah 37:11-38:13 Sermon Series: Desert Songs: Trusting God with our Emotions Music: www.purple-planet.com
Pastors, God has commissioned you to make disciples. God has gifted you to equip your church members for ministry. And God has committed you to train up not one generation of leaders but to oversee the training of two additional generations of leaders. But are you? Are you doing these things? I know I have struggled to develop leaders. Why? One reason is that I got busy doing church. Each week was filled with sermon prep and then preaching; administration, phone calls, visits. Nothing wrong with that. But weeks would go by, then months. And before you know it a year has passed and I still have not developed a leader. But that’s changing. And I want to share with you how it is changing and what you can do to develop the next generation of leaders at your church. This is Mark Jones and you are listening to Coaching Christian Leaders. Today we are going to answer an all-important question. And we must know the answer to move forward in our leadership development. Here’s the question – How do you know if God is in favor of your plans? Does God support what you are planning? Let me share with you something that I do. And always when I do it I regret it. I get a great idea. I develop a plan. I identify the resources. I contact the people. And I forge ahead. But I forget to do one thing. And because I forget this, often my plans fall flat. What do I forget to do? I forget to include the Lord. I forget to seek His help and I forget to commit this plan or this idea to God. And you know what happens? Eventually, nothing, because God has not established these plans. If you have listened to the first 3 episodes on Leadership Development maybe you have noticed that I have yet to identify a person to train. I have not covered how to select a candidate. That’s on purpose. We are going to lay this whole thing out before we go and identify and recruit trainees. You see I am taking the Field of Dreams approach. Maybe you saw the Kevin Costner film where Kevin Costner’s character, a farmer, hears a voice in the cornfields “Build it and they will come.” And so he does just that. He builds a baseball field. That’s what I am proposing. We are going to build a leadership development program before we even pick out a candidate to go through the program. We are going to create each step and then we are going to ask God to give us the leaders to train. But what if we do all this planning and fail to include God in the effort? It’s possible that when the system is finished there will not be a candidate because we did not include God in the planning. So let’s bring God in now before we get too far down the road. Open your Bibles to Proverbs 16 and let’s consider the first three verses. I’ll read from the King James Version initially. The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits. 3 Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. Of the three verses, verse one is the most difficult one for me to understand. The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord. So I read through some commentaries, especially those that are language heavy, but they confused me even more. I also considered other translations. Here’s the ESV. The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Or how about the NIV? To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. On and on I studied and finally I selected Pastor John MacArthur Jr.’s understanding of the verse. Here is his note from his Study Bible, “Human responsibility is always subject to God’s absolute sovereignty.” Dr. MacArthur’s note seems to square with the majority of others and the other two verses, 2-3, support the idea. “Human responsibility is always subject to God’s absolute sovereignty.” The Good News Bible translates the verse with the idea that Dr. MacArthur is teaching. We may make our plans, but God has the last word We can make all the plans we want. And we should do so. But always remember, God is ultimately in control, especially when it concerns His church. Now let’s consider verses 2 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits. When we plan, according to verse 2, when we develop systems and programs, there is nothing wrong with that, but...we can be deceived. We can even deceive our own selves. We can with good intention come up with plans and programs that are in conflict with God’s Word. Maybe we find or develop something that is completely out of step with God and His Word. Verse 2 teaches that God weighs our ideas. He examines our motives. He determines the truth in our plans. So if we can even trick our own selves into a less than perfect idea, what can we do? The answer is in verse three. 3 Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. Every step of the way, roll out your plan before God. Show it all to God. Commit your work to God and He will establish it. He will fulfill it. So how do you do that? First, see if the Bible supports your ideas. In our project, Leadership Development, we know that God is all for church leadership. The Bible devotes many verses to leadership. The roles of teachers, deacons, and elders come right from God. So we know that developing leaders is something God is for. This is important in our understanding of God’s will. Many years ago Garry Friesen’s book Decision Making and the Will of God heavily influenced my thinking. If you’ve read it then you either love Mr. Friesen’s approach or you hate it. I get that. But we can all agree on this. The Bible is the complete understanding of God’s moral will. So when we develop anything, we must line it up next to Scripture. If what we are creating is in disagreement with the Bible then it is out of God’s will, His moral will. Scripture then is the first filter. But what if what you are developing is not addressed in the Bible? Well according to Mr. Friesen then you have the freedom to create it. Every pastor should read Decision Making and the Will of God. We will call it our first recommended book for this Leadership Development program. If you’ve never read it then there will be a link in the show notes of this episode and a link on my Resources Page at CoachingChristianLeaders.com So remember what we learned in Proverbs 16. Your plans are always subject to God’s absolute sovereignty. God is going to weigh out your plans. He will test your motives and look for the truth in them. So lay out your planning before God and ask Him for His help and for His blessing. Whatever you do, don’t do like I have in the past and get months into development before you remember to bring God into the planning. Now is the time to begin to share every idea you have with God. Ask Him to test you and your motives. At the very end of Proverbs 16 we find this verse. The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord. I used to paraphrase this verse to my kids when we played Monopoly. I would say to them, “You can shake and blow on those dice all day long but God is the one who determines the numbers. So blame God when you have to go to jail or pay the rent at Park Place.” As we create our plans and programs make sure God is included. Make certain you remember that He is in control and He will direct your steps. When you cannot get a biblical understanding of your plans, then go ahead and dream and create. But also ask God to weigh your motives and your methods. Ultimately we want God to bless our efforts. Thanks so much for listening to Coaching Christian Leaders. I would love it if you would review this podcast. You can do so wherever you listen. Recently the podcast was picked up by Gaana and Deezer. I am very grateful to both Deezer and Gaana for taking us on. Welcome new listeners. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast where you listen.. That way you will never miss an episode. I will be with you next week. Resources Mentioned The MacArthur Study Bible Decision Making and the Will of God by Garry Friesen
Subscribe via iTunes | Spotify | Google | Stitcher | Audible In this episode, Kurt Willems chats with his former professor, Valerie Rempel to discuss her new book, Why Do We Suffer and Where is God When We Do?. The problem of suffering and evil, sadly, are quite timely. She offers wisdom in this episode. GIVE THE SHOW SOME LOVE 1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments! 2) Also, please consider hitting up Theology Curator’s online tip-jar through Patreon (think Kickstarter for ongoing content creators). For $5 per month, or more, you can make a direct impact on this show. Financial partners like you really do make this all possible! Through Patreon, you make a tangible difference in this show’s sustainability and quality!
Dec 6 2020 – Where's GOD? - An Advent Series - Mike Miller by Nova Church Halifax
Follow Dr. Heather Thompson Day on Twitter: @HeatherTDay or Instagram: @heatherthompsonday Check out Infinite Hope, next week! Nov 6-12 at 7pm CT www.infinitehope2020.org We want to hear from you! Leave us a voice message here: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message --- Send us an email or DM! Instagram: @WheresGodPod Twitter: @WheresGodPod Email: wheresgodpodcast@gmail.com --- Jonny Instagram: @jwilc Twitter: @jonnywilc --- Michael Twitter: @pmrgibson Michael's Church Instagram: @thisiselevatetx --- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message
Follow Dr. Heather Thompson Day on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeatherTDay We want to hear from you! Leave us a voice message here: https://anchor.fm/wheres-god/message Connect with us! Instagram: @WheresGodPod Twitter: @WheresGodPod Email: wheresgodpodcast@gmail.com Jonny Instagram: @jwilc Twitter: @jonnywilc Michael Twitter: @pmrgibson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message
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EPISODE OVERVIEW: Every human ever born in this world has faced hardship. While the degree of severity and frequency may vary, we've all know pain, struggle, and loss. With that said, why? Where's God in it all? How do we find a “Good” God in life when so much “bad” happens? Check out this episode of the Remarkable People Podcast to hear Part 1 of David Pasqualone story, Childhood, find answers in your own life, and see how God has been working in every situation and moment of your life too! GUEST BIO: David Pasqualone is a born again believer in God, family man, husband of 1 woman, father of 2 amazing teens, a life-long learner, self-appointed Guinea pig for anything he promotes, a Marketing Guru, Sales Coach, Podcast Host, and MMA enthusiast. Dave loves to help people and organizations clarify their purpose, mission, and vision, get excited about it, reverse engineer the plan(s) to achieve it, and then work alongside of them to actualize the dream. Leading by example, Dave inspires those around him to be the best version of themselves, take action to “DO”, and steadfastly see the mission through to completion! To learn more about David Pasqualone, his purpose, vision, mission, and background, click here. FEATURED QUOTE(S): “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” – Bible, Romans 8:28EPISODE PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:Pam Heinold, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate – Pensacola, FLBethany Christian Services, Adoption and Pregnancy Resources – USASHOW NOTES, LINKS, CONTACT INFO, SPECIAL OFFERS, & RESOURCES MENTIONED:David's Website & Blog to Help You Grow: https://davidpasqualone.com/blog-articles/Big Daddy Weave Song/Video: https://youtu.be/1TKAN-nAsu8Link to Gary Cifizzari Murder Story: https://www.masslive.com/worcester/2019/12/murder-charge-dropped-against-gary-cifizzari-in-killing-of-his-75-year-old-great-aunt-in-milford-40-years-ago.htmlThe Next Step You Should Take: If we could spend 1 more hour together, here's the most important message I could ever share with you. Click here to watch a presentation I made in 2014. If you watch the whole thing, it will be the greatest honor of my life, and may just change yours.Verses Shared: John 3:16-17 (God truly loves, and is here from everyone), Romans 8:28 (All things work together for Good), Romans 10:10, Ephesians 6:11-24 (Armor of God), Romans 10:13 (How to be with God and enjoy Peace and Love forever)HOW TO SUPPORT THE REMARKABLE PEOPLE PODCAST:Subscribe, Rate, and Review us in your favorite podcast directories & players Share the podcast with your family, friends, co-workers, church, and social media networks THANKS FOR LISTENING TO THE REMARKABLE PEOPLE PODCAST! Have a Question?Click here to connect with David: https://davidpasqualone.com/contact-us-connect/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=NDM34NHTKACSG&source=url)
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Jonny and Michael talk about the importance and eschatology of Sabbath on the podcast Elevate Retake. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message
Some of the most common questions unbelievers (and many believers) ask revolve around this common theme: "Where is God right now? If He is an all-knowing, all-loving and all-powerful God... why does He allow bad things to happen? Can't He stop the spread of the virus? Can't He stop the violence, hatred and division?" These are good questions. Join us for today's broadcast with Billy Lambert as he shares insight from God's word on this topic.
This week we are bring to you an episode of Elevate Retake where Jonny and Michael talk about what it means to experience Sabbath as a gift of resistance from everything the world has to offer. anchor.fm/elevatechurch --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message
In the beginning was the word and the word was with God and heaven and earth will pass away but God word will remain forever. The meek shall inherit the earth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mistress-of-macabre/support
Pastor Jesse Hailey Preaching on Habakkuk
Trevor and JaMahl discusses a common question that may be in the thoughts of many, "Where is God during this global pandemic?"Join us in the conversation as we tackle the many misconceptions about God and address the question overall.Donations may be sent to either our CashApp or PayPal: $tbthosea46 or paypal.me/tbthosea46Follow us on IG and Facebook: @tbthosea46 and Facebook.com/tbthosea46Subscribe to our YouTube channel!
Apologist John Lennox, author of "Where's God in a Coronavirus World?", talks about differing perspectives on judgement and what Jesus had to say about when tragedies happen. World affair expert David Aikman talks about the ongoing global impact of COVID-19, as well as a recent attack on an Afghan hospital.
In this episode things might get a little spooky, or frightening for some! come give your two cents over on our Instagram. Thanks for listening!
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Boyfriend god, the god whose presence is always felt…a god that is so close, you feel him all the time. So, when you don’t feel him, you assume he’s not there or doesn’t care. That god does not exist.
Body-guard God…the God who doesn't allow bad things to happen to good people…the God that will protect you from all things harmful, does not exist. Your personal circumstances do not (necessarily) coincide with God’s feelings about you. God’s apparent inactivity in your life is not a reflection of his existence, presence or activity in the world…or your world.
A podcast hosted by Jonny and Michael that seeks to respond to the question "Where is God in the midst of our world?" We're tackling the problem of sin and evil and how God shows up in the middle of it all. In this episode, Jonny and Michael lay the groundwork for what is to come. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wheresgod/message
2020-03-29 Sunday Message: Where's God Now? (Robert Carrillo) by Metro East Ministries
Where is God during this time of crisis? We talk to religious leaders about finding faith in a time of crisis. Major League Baseball Opening Day should have been today. Baseball has always been there in a time of crisis. The voices of the Yankees and Dodgers remember 9-11 and compare this crisis to then. Can the stimulus package save the economy? One expert says he's not so sure. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Podcast ini aku buat untuk kita yang mulai mempertanyakan dimana Tuhan? Apakah Tuhan bekerja? Apa Tuhan lihat aku susah? Kenapa Tuhan diem aja? Kenapa Tuhan gak kasi jalan keluar? I hope after kalian denger ini kalian dapet sesuatu yang bisa support kalian, bantu jawab pertanyaan kalian dan ubah cara pandang kalian ngelihat situasi yang sedang kalian alami..
Guest Preacher: Rev. Edward McCutcheon, Luke 9:28-43a
Where's God on Monday | Adam Long
For our house of prayer to be a house of prayer for all people, we must consider where and in whom we are not looking for God, and open our eyes and hearts to see God there. Isaiah 56:1-8
God is out ahead of us, driven by compassion to heal, restore, and bring good news to the people and places that God wants us to go to. Matthew 9:35-38
God is in Jesus Christ, ready to hop in the boat of our church, guide us through the storm, and lead us to mission and ministry on the other side of the lake. Matthew 14:22-33
Sunday sermons from Church Unlimited.
Sometimes seeing God in the day to day life can be difficult. When the storms and troubles of life come, it can feel even more difficult. In this 4 part series, we are going to look at the practical side of finding God in our everyday lives.
Sometimes seeing God in the day to day life can be difficult. When the storms and troubles of life come, it can feel even more difficult. In this 4 part series, we are going to look at the practical side of finding God in our everyday lives.
Sometimes seeing God in the day to day life can be difficult. When the storms and troubles of life come, it can feel even more difficult. In this 4 part series, we are going to look at the practical side of finding God in our everyday lives.
Sometimes seeing God in the day to day life can be difficult. When the storms and troubles of life come, it can feel even more difficult. In this 4 part series, we are going to look at the practical side of finding God in our everyday lives.
The official Podcast for Antioch Central, a congregation of Antioch The Apostolic Church.
The official Podcast for Antioch Central, a congregation of Antioch The Apostolic Church.
The Official Corporate Podcast of Antioch, The Apostolic Church
The Official Corporate Podcast of Antioch, The Apostolic Church