Podcasts about your sin

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Series: Signs & GloryTitle: “Am I living in the Light--or just near it?Subtitle: Scripture: John 8:12-30Bottom line: Jesus is the Light of the World. To follow Him is to walk in light, know God, and live. To reject Him is to remain in darkness and die in your sin.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESOUTLINESQUESTIONS TO CONSIDER DISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDOpening prayer: Lord God, help us grow to be and do like Jesus, while abiding in him and leading others to do the same. INTRODUCTION"Have you ever tried going through an obstacle course blindfolded? The smallest obstacles become difficult obstructions. If we are not walking in the light of Christ, the obstacles that should not be a problem are great stumbling blocks to us. But when we have that light, we understand how to make our way through this dark world." -Hughes, p. 234Air Florida Flight ✈️ 90"Arland Williams and five others knew their situation was hopeless.Floating in the icy Potomac River, the six survivors of Air Florida Flight 90 knew there was no way to reach the shore just forty yards away.They could hear the rescuers trying to reach them, but each attempt to cross the icy waters failed. Just as they were giving up hope, they heard the sound of an approaching helicopter. A life ring fell into the hands of one of the survivors, and he was pulled to safety. Next it fell in Arland's hands. He could be saved. But before the helicopter could pull him up, he handed the life ring to someone else. The chopper could only hold two, so it turned toward the shore and sped away. Just a few minutes later it returned. Again the life ring fell into Arland's hands, and again he handed it to someone else. The third time he did the same.There would be no fourth opportunity. By the time the helicopter had returned, Arland had disappeared below the surface.In 2007 an article was written about Arland Williams's sacrifice and appeared in Men's Health magazine. After recounting Williams's story, the author of the article asks,Why would anyone put the lives of strangers ahead of his own?He couldn't even see the faces of the people he was saving, because they were on the opposite side of the wreckage, yet he made a sacrifice for them that their best friends might have refused. (McDougall, "The Hidden Cost of Heroism")The concepts of heroism and self-sacrifice puzzle the writer. Why would someone die for someone he didn't know? He tries to analyze it scientifically and concludes,Extreme heroism springs from something that no scientific theory can fully explain; it's an illogical impulse that flies in the face of biology, psychology, actuarial statistics, and basic common sense. (Ibid.)He even quotes Charles Darwin, who "couldn't figure out how to crowbar heroism into his survival-of-the-fittest theory" (ibid.). Darwin said,He who was ready to sacrifice his life, as many a savage has been, rather than betray his comrades, would often leave no offspring to inherit his noble nature. (Ibid.)After examining the story and different theories, the writer concludes that though the act was heroic, there would be no one to pass down the family name." Carter, pp. 189-190More on crash:https://www.perplexity.ai/search/44ed00c4-9db0-41ca-b62e-70378c94be00#0 OUTLINE (includes some input from ChatGPT)Bottom line: Jesus is the Light of the World. To follow Him is to walk in light, know God, and live. To reject Him is to remain in darkness and die in your sin.Are You Living in the Light—or Just Near It?Illustration: “Lost in the Cave”A few years ago, a soccer team of twelve boys and their coach were trapped deep inside a cave in Thailand. Rising floodwaters had cut off their way out, and they were completely in the dark. One of the greatest challenges rescuers faced wasn't just the physical danger—it was the total absence of light. In complete darkness, there's no sense of direction, no way to move forward, no way to know what's safe or deadly. The first thing rescuers brought them wasn't food or even water—it was light. Only with light could they begin the journey toward life again.In John 8:12, Jesus says, “I am the light of the world.” Without Him, we are spiritually trapped—no direction, no hope. But with Him, we not only see clearly—we live.I. Jesus is the Light of the World (v. 12)Following Jesus means walking no longer in darkness.You receive the light of life—truth, clarity, and direction.Light is essential for spiritual life.Application:→ Walk in the light as He is in the light.→ Shine like stars in a dark and crooked world (Philippians 2:15).II. To Know Jesus is to Know God (v. 19)Jesus is one with the Father—there is no knowing God apart from Him.Religion without relationship with Jesus is still darkness.Application:→ Humble yourself and respond to God's call to know Him today.→ Don't settle for proximity to spiritual things—pursue Christ.III. Apart from Jesus, You Will Die in Your Sin(s) (vv. 21–24)Those who reject Jesus remain “of this world,” in rebellion.The consequence is not just spiritual wandering—it's spiritual death.Application:→ Believe that Jesus is who He says He is and will do what He promised.→ Without faith in Him, sin still owns you.IV. Follow Jesus the Way Jesus Followed the Father (vv. 25–30)Jesus lived sent—submissively, sacrificially, and obediently.He didn't act independently but responded to the Father in everything.Application:→ Follow Jesus in the same way: as a mission-minded, obedient light-bearer.→ You are now the light of the world on Jesus' behalf (Matthew 5:14–16).CONCLUSION 'Crazy Love'Francis Chan's mother died giving birth to him. The only affection he can remember receiving from his father lasted about thirty seconds when he was on the way to his stepmother's funeral aged nine. When he was twelve, his father also died. Francis cried, but also felt relieved. Francis is now a pastor. He and his wife, Lisa, have seven children. When his children were born, his own love for his children and his desire for their love was so strong that it opened his eyes to how much God desires and loves *us*. He said, ‘Through this experience, I came to understand that my desire for my children is only a faint echo of God's great love for me and for every person he made… I love my kids so much it hurts.' Calling his first book *Crazy Love*, he wrote, ‘The idea of Crazy Love has to do with our relationship with God. All my life I've heard people say, “God loves you.” It's probably the most insane statement you could make to say that the eternal Creator of this universe is in love with me. There is a response that ought to take place in believers, a crazy reaction to that love. Do you really understand what God has done for you? If so, why is your response so lukewarm?' The word ‘zeal' implies an *intense or passionate desire*. It can be misdirected, but as Paul writes, it is right to be zealous provided that the purpose is good (Galatians 4:18). Elsewhere he says, ‘Never be lacking in zeal' (Romans 12:11). Perhaps a good modern translation of the word ‘zeal' is ‘crazy love'.Bottom line: Jesus is the Light of the World. `To follow Him is to walk in light, know God, and live. To reject Him is to remain in darkness and die in your sin.Who do you trust?"All the time we each decide whom to trust. When we pick up medicine from the pharmacy, we trust our doctor who prescribed it and our pharmacist who prepared it. We also trust the company that developed it and the government that approved it, plus the people who trained the doctor and pharmacist and the many hands at the drug company who prepared and packaged it. When it comes to physical life, we trust our care to a lot of people. When it comes to your spiritual life, whom do you trust? Your authority is either yourself—what you think, how you feel, what you have experienced—or it's God and what he says. Do you really want to trust yourself with your eternal future? You are flesh. You didn't exist until thirty or fifty or eighty years ago. You can't keep yourself from getting sick or hurt. You cannot guarantee you will be alive tomorrow.Do you really think you're the best choice to be the ultimate authority in your life?" -CarterINVITATIONWhat about you?Peter puts it all in perspective in his first sermon:““Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.” When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “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. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭36‬-‭39‬ ‭NIV‬‬How do we respond? Answer 2 questions:Take out a card or piece of paper right now. Write down the answer to these questions: What is God saying to me right now?What am I going to do about it? Write this down on a sheet of paper. What I hear you saying, Lord, is ___________________.[my name] is going to believe/do __________________________________________________ as a result.Finally, share this with your Home or Mission group this week when you gather as a testimony about what God is doing in your life. You don't have to get too specific to give him praise.Lord's Supper, 1 Cor 11:23-26 is good passage.Also, say something like, "Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again." (past, present, and future)PrayNOTESIsaiah 49:6 lightPsalm 27:1 light Exodus 14:19-20 lightMalachi 4:2 lightLuke 1:78-79 light Exodus 13:21–22Ephesians 5:8Matt 5:14; 13:43 Phil 2:15 stars in the skyNumbers 6:24-26 benedictionNumbers 9:15-22 cloud & FireJohn 3:14 lifted upIsaiah 43:11-13 "I am he"Imagine you're in a remote cabin deep in the woods. Night falls quickly, and darkness surrounds you. You fumble for a flashlight or a lantern, and there it is—sitting on the table, fully charged and ready.But instead of turning it on, you leave it sitting there. You try to find your way in the dark—bumping into furniture, stumbling over bags, even hurting yourself. You complain that it's too dark, that you can't see where you're going, that you're scared.And all the while… the light is right there.Jesus is the Light of the World. He's not a philosophy or an idea—He's a living Person who brings truth, clarity, and life. But you have to turn to Him. You have to walk in the light—not just be near it.Don't go home tonight bumping around in the dark when the Light has already come.Historical and Liturgical Background: Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot)Timing:John 7–8 takes place during or just after the Feast of Tabernacles, one of the three major Jewish pilgrimage festivals. It commemorated Israel's 40 years in the wilderness after the Exodus, when God provided water, food, and guidance.The Setting of John 8:12:Jesus says, “I am the light of the world,” likely in the Temple courts (v. 20 specifies “in the temple treasury,” which was in the Court of Women).John 8:28 video link https://youtu.be/CZSlHdEoz40?si=OD54C1Ch0BKCQKc6The Four Giant CandelabrasDuring the Feast of Tabernacles, Jewish tradition says that in the Court of Women, the priests lit four huge candelabras (sometimes described as 75 feet tall) every night:Each had four golden bowls at the top, with strong young priests climbing ladders to fill them with oil and light them.The light was so bright, Jewish writings say, that “there was not a courtyard in Jerusalem that did not reflect the light from the Temple.”This lighting ceremony celebrated God's presence—especially the pillar of fire that guided Israel through the wilderness (Exodus 13:21–22).OUTLINESee aboveQUESTIONS TO CONSIDERWhat do I want them to know? Why do I want them to know it?What do I want them to do?Why do I want them to do it?How do they do this?DISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process: https://www.dbsguide.org/Read the passage together.Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really true, what should I do?What is God saying to you right now? (Write this down)What are you going to do about it? (Write this down)Who am I going to tell about this?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastAlternate Discussion Questions (by Jeff Vanderstelt): Based on this passage:Who is God?What has he done/is he doing/is he going to do?Who am I? (In light of 1 & 2)What do I do? (In light of who I am)How do I do it?Final Questions (Write this down)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?MAIN REFERENCES USED“John,” by R. Kent Hughes, Preaching the Word Commentary, Edited by Kent HughesExalting Jesus in John, by Matt Carter & Josh WredbergThe Gospels & Epistles of John, FF BruceJohn, RC SproulJohn, KöstenbergerThe Gospel According to John, DA CarsonThe Light Has Come, Leslie Newbigin (TLHC)The Visual Word, Patrick Schreiner (TVW)“Look at the Book” by John Piper (LATB)“The Bible Knowledge Commentary” by Walvoord, Zuck (BKC)“The Bible Exposition Commentary” by Warren Wiersbe (BEC)Thru The Bible with J. Vernon McGee (TTB)Outline Bible, D Willmington (OB)NIV Study Bible (NIVSB) https://www.biblica.com/resources/scholar-notes/niv-study-bible/Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT)ESV Study Bible (ESVSB) https://www.esv.orgThe Bible Project https://bibleproject.comNicky Gumbel bible reading plan app or via YouVersionClaude.aiChatGPT AIGrok AIPerplexity AIGoogle Gemini AI

Renewal isn't just fresh vision or passion—it's also a painful shedding of sin, pride, and your false self. When life hits—when the diagnosis comes, the relationship ends, the silence of God feels deafening—your theology will show up. Whether you realize it or not, the beliefs you've built in the quiet seasons will become the framework you lean on in the storms.   In this episode, pastors Whit George and Blake Zimmerman explore shame, guilt, and performance, the beliefs that make us Christians, and personal experiences of renewal through suffering.     Show Notes: Spiritual Awareness: God's Holiness & The Depth of Your Sin https://youtu.be/r4ObZy5SKf4              

What to Do with Your Sin

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Anxiety. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Peace. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “How God Says He Loves Us: Part 1 -- The Covenant with Noah”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

1. Knowing and Embracing the Greatness of Your Sin's and Miseries2. Knowing and Embracing the Way of Your Deliverance3. Knowing and Embracing the Guide for Your Thankfulness

In this episode of Counseling Talk, Garrett, Deepak, and Hayley begin a 3-part series on adultery and discuss what the Bible says about adultery.Related resources:Envision the End of Your Sin by Garrett KellHelp! My Spouse Committed Adultery: First Steps for Dealing with Betrayal by Winston SmithSubscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.

Joe's comes up with what he thinks is a great idea for today's episode - to ask each other ‘What's Your Sin?'. David however has a had a bit too much coffee and much to Joe's annoyance, is finding it really difficult to concentrate. So their conversation veers all over the place and we never really get to find out what either of their sins are - other than David having a pair of shoes made for himself. They then have a discussion about the middle-aged men's fashion style of woodcutter jackets worn with rugged jeans, key-chains and big boots. It's a look that neither of them seem to like very much - until they ask Petra for her opinion on it and it's definitely not what Joe expects to hear. FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatabixpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatabix1 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/chatabixpodcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/chatabix Merch: https://chatabixshop.com/ Contact us: chatabix@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do I know if my testimony is true?- Test # 1: You are Gripped by the Greatness of God (5), “God is light and in Him is no darkness at all” (5)- Test # 2: You Grapple With the Guile of Your Sin (6,8,10), “…if we say we have fellowship with him and walk in darkness…we lie…” (6)- Test # 3: You Gladly Give Up Your Rights (9), “if we confess our sins…” (9)

Your Pity vs Your Sin

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Anxiety. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Peace. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Turkeys and Eagles, Part 3: A Child of God's Light”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Is Every Hardship a Result of Your Sin? | Nouman Ali KhanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/learn-about-islam--5484193/support.

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Believe I am He or Die in Your Sin Subtitle: John - Jesus Is The Christ Speaker: Sean E. Harris Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 9/1/2024 Bible: John 8:21-30 Length: 44 min.

Introduction: 3 Reasons to Stop Hitting the Snooze Button (Micah 3:1-12): Your Sin is worse than you think. (Micah 3:1-4) False teachers are trying to Manipulate you. (Micah 3:5-8) 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God's church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil. Being a little Religious won't help you. (Micah 3:9-12) Jeremiah 26:17-19 - And certain of the elders of the land arose and spoke to all the assembled people, saying, “Micah of Moresheth prophesied in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah, and said to all the people of Judah: ‘Thus says the LORD of hosts, “‘Zion shall be plowed as a field; Jerusalem shall become a heap of ruins, and the mountain of the house a wooded height.' Did Hezekiah king of Judah and all Judah put him to death? Did he not fear the LORD and entreat the favor of the LORD, and did not the LORD relent of the disaster that he had pronounced against them? But we are about to bring great disaster upon ourselves.” Sermon Notes (PDF): BLANKHint: Highlight blanks above for answers! Small Group DiscussionRead Micah 3:1-12What was your big take-away from this passage / message?Why are each of us so good at justifying our favorite sin? How can we see our sin as God sees it?How have you seen preachers manipulate people (Micah 3:5)?Why do you think people think they won't face discipline / consequences for their sin?Which of these “4 clues” catches your attention the easiest when you detect a bad sermon?BreakoutPray for one another, and HBC, to WAKE UP!

A new MP3 sermon from Hope of Christ Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Encountering Jesus in the Depths of Your Sin Subtitle: Encounters with Jesus Speaker: Leonard Bailey Broadcaster: Hope of Christ Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 8/25/2024 Bible: Luke 23:32-43 Length: 40 min.

- Two Sinners-- Two Debts-- Three Ways to Respond to Your Sin

- Two Sinners-- Two Debts-- Three Ways to Respond to Your Sin

• Two Sinners• Two Debts• Three Ways to Respond to Your Sin

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Despair. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Joy. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Are You Willing to Speak Up and Share, Publicly, Your Relationship with Jesus?”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

In this episode, Joel Beeke answers questions about salvation and offers encouragement to Christians struggling with these tough topics. Joel R. Beeke is chancellor and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary and a pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is also the co-author of 'Reformed Systematic Theology Series'. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Hear What God Has Truly Done with Your Sin” with Sam Storms: Apple | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

Restore: The Plan of SalvationActs 2:38When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do? "Peter replied, “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.” Acts 2:37-38 (NIV) The Plan of Salvation:1. BELIEVE“Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved…” Acts 16:30-31 (NIV)·ASSENT·TRUST 2. REPENTRepentance is a “change of mind” about YOUR SIN. 3. CONFESSIf you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. Romans 10:9-10 (NIV) 4. Be BAPTIZED·Everyone is to be baptized as PART OF their conversion experience.·The correct way to baptize is by IMMERSION.·Baptism symbolizes being placed in a GRAVE. Takeaway: What are you WAITING for?“Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Acts 2:41 (NIV)·OBEY the plan of salvation.·SHARE the plan of salvation.

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Compulsions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Patience. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Beginnings in Prayer -- Part 2: Faith, a Gift of the Spirit, Is a Key Element in Our Relationship with God Through Prayer”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Istrouma Baptist Church (BR) Oct 22, 2023 ========== October 22 | Romans Welcome! We're glad you've joined us today for our Sunday morning worship service! For more information about Istrouma, go to istrouma.org or contact us at info@istrouma.org. We glorify God by making disciples of all nations. ========== Connection Card https://istrouma.org/myinfo October 22, 2023 | Tim Keith ‭‭Romans‬ ‭7‬:‭14‬-‭25‬‬ For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold as a slave under sin. For I do not understand what I am doing, because I do not practice what I want to do, but I do what I hate. Now if I do what I do not want to do, I agree with the law that it is good. So now I am no longer the one doing it, but it is sin living in me. For I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh. For the desire to do what is good is with me, but there is no ability to do it. For I do not do the good that I want to do, but I practice the evil that I do not want to do. Now if I do what I do not want, I am no longer the one that does it, but it is the sin that lives in me. So I discover this law: When I want to do what is good, evil is present with me. For in my inner self I delight in God's law, but I see a different law in the parts of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and taking me prisoner to the law of sin in the parts of my body. What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, with my mind I myself am serving the law of God, but with my flesh, the law of sin. “People are slaves to whatever controls them.” 2 Peter 2:19 1. ​What is Your Sin? 7:15 2. How Does Your Sin Affect You? It fools you. 7:19 It steals your hope. 7:18 It hurts your relationships. 7:24 3. How Can You Have Victory Over Your Sin? 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man, and God is faithful: He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear, but when you are tempted He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” Get honest with God and Others 1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” James. 5:16 “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect. ” Text CONNECT to (225) 425-7773 Rely on God and His Word Romans 8:2-3 The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For what the law could not do since it was weakened by the flesh, God did. He condemned sin in the flesh by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh as a sin offering, Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and effective and sharper than any double-edged sword, penetrating as far as the separation of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It is able to judge the ideas and thoughts of the heart. Psalm 119:11 “I have treasured Your word in my heart so that I may not sin against You.” Scripture is poison to your sin! If you're not willing to put more of God's word into your mind, then you're not willing to fight for victory over your sin. Galatians 5:16 “I say then, walk by the Spirit and you will certainly not carry out the desire of the flesh” Want to receive weekly announcements in your inbox each week? https://istrouma.org/email Give Online Text ISTROUMA IBC to 73256 or go to: https://istrouma.org/give Our Website https://istrouma.org

Istrouma Baptist Church (BR) Oct 22, 2023 ========== October 22 | Romans Welcome! We're glad you've joined us today for our Sunday morning worship service! For more information about Istrouma, go to istrouma.org or contact us at info@istrouma.org. We glorify God by making disciples of all nations. ========== Connection Card https://istrouma.org/myinfo October 22, 2023 | Tim Keith ‭‭Romans‬ ‭7‬:‭14‬-‭25‬‬ For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold as a slave under sin. For I do not understand what I am doing, because I do not practice what I want to do, but I do what I hate. Now if I do what I do not want to do, I agree with the law that it is good. So now I am no longer the one doing it, but it is sin living in me. For I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh. For the desire to do what is good is with me, but there is no ability to do it. For I do not do the good that I want to do, but I practice the evil that I do not want to do. Now if I do what I do not want, I am no longer the one that does it, but it is the sin that lives in me. So I discover this law: When I want to do what is good, evil is present with me. For in my inner self I delight in God's law, but I see a different law in the parts of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and taking me prisoner to the law of sin in the parts of my body. What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, with my mind I myself am serving the law of God, but with my flesh, the law of sin. “People are slaves to whatever controls them.” 2 Peter 2:19 1. ​What is Your Sin? 7:15 2. How Does Your Sin Affect You? It fools you. 7:19 It steals your hope. 7:18 It hurts your relationships. 7:24 3. How Can You Have Victory Over Your Sin? 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man, and God is faithful: He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear, but when you are tempted He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” Get honest with God and Others 1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” James. 5:16 “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect. ” Text CONNECT to (225) 425-7773 Rely on God and His Word Romans 8:2-3 The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For what the law could not do since it was weakened by the flesh, God did. He condemned sin in the flesh by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh as a sin offering, Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and effective and sharper than any double-edged sword, penetrating as far as the separation of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It is able to judge the ideas and thoughts of the heart. Psalm 119:11 “I have treasured Your word in my heart so that I may not sin against You.” Scripture is poison to your sin! If you're not willing to put more of God's word into your mind, then you're not willing to fight for victory over your sin. Galatians 5:16 “I say then, walk by the Spirit and you will certainly not carry out the desire of the flesh” Want to receive weekly announcements in your inbox each week? https://istrouma.org/email Give Online Text ISTROUMA IBC to 73256 or go to: https://istrouma.org/give Our Website https://istrouma.org

WARNING!!!!!!!!   This episode contains accounts of animal cruelty.  Listener discretion is advised.   ORIGINAL "Green Acres" television show intro and theme song:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrbPAt1_vc4(You can stream episodes on various platforms)Lyrics to OUR version of (Keith) Green Acres!     KEITH GREEN Acres is the place to be     Ranch house livin' is the life for me     Texas spreadin' out so far and wide     Keep Southern Cal, we're in for a crazy ride     God's cause!     Our flaws!     The Spin!    Your Sin!     We are Keith's slaves!     Die to self and dig our graves!     KEITH GREEN Acres we are there!Links to interview with Dawn Green (foster daughter of Keith & Melody), Parts 1 & 2:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12962275https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12962632 "No Compromise - The Life Story of Keith Green" by Melody Green. If you feel you must read this book, please do us a favor and buy a USED copy!Links to Sharon's story on IWATF: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12748728Links to our series on Purity Culture, "Virgins & Volcanos"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12790634https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12825513https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12890425https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12900524“DBA” means “doing business as.” - The legal name of the non-profit entity was “Last Days Evangelical Association,” but in all our publications we were known as “Last Days Ministries.”“ROI” means “return on investment” --- does the time and money spent yield a big enough return (profit) to make it worthwhile?  In the LDM farming ventures, that answer was FUCK NO!Canton Fair - World's Largest Flea Market! https://www.firstmondaycanton.com/The song Sharon sang while working in the prison kitchen grating potatoes:        His ways are greater than mine      His ways are greater than mine      His ways are greater than mine, MUCH greater!      Greater, greater, much much greater!      Greater, greater, much greater!“The Burn” - when everyone in the ministry had to work almost 24/7 to typeset, print, collate and mail out our publication, “The Last Days Magazine.”“Witnessing” - talking to people, trying to persuade them to “give their lives to Jesus.”https://www.instagram.com/feetofclay.cultsistershttps://feetofclayconfessionsofthecultsisters.buzzsprout.comWe love acronyms -- and we aren't afraid to use them! Here are some common ones that we might forget to explain:LDM - Last Days Ministries (organization) ICT - Intensive Christian Training School (at LDM)YWAM - Youth With A Mission (organization) CCM - Contemporary Christian Music

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Self-Centeredness. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Love. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Jesus Is the Only Door to Your Eternal Life, But Jesus Has Given You the Key – His Gospel”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Saturday is review day on The Daily Promise. Every Saturday, we review this week's promises so we can allow them to go deep into our hearts and lives. Here are the promises we covered this week. John 14:3 - Jesus Will Come Again. 1 John 2:1 – Jesus is on Your Side. James 5:16 - Prayer is Powerful. Hebrews 10:17 - Your Sin is Forgiven and Forgotten. Proverbs 15:8 – God Loves to Hear You Pray.

Your Sin is Purged Isaiah 6:6-7 Wednesday (7-5-23) Bible Study

Saturday is review day on The Daily Promise. Every Saturday, we review the promises of the week so we can allow them to go deep into our hearts and lives. Here are the promises we covered this week. Psalm 103:12 - Your Sin is Removed.  Hebrews 13:5 - God Will Never Leave or Forsake You. Isaiah 12:2 - Trust God and Don't be Afraid. 2 Corinthians 9:8 - God's Grace Overflows to You. Psalm 25:12 - God Helps You Make Wise Choices.

Today's story is funny. The boy was usually in trouble. His mother asked, "Johnny, why do you always misbehave?" "It's the devil, Mom," Johnny said. He's always making me do wrong!" "Johnny, you can't blame everything on the devil," his mother answered with a knowing smile. Sometimes you!"Our message today is "Stop Blaming the Devil; Own Up to Your Sin." "If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us," says 1 John 1:8-9, our foundational verse. He forgives and cleanses us if we confess our sins."In Genesis, Adam and Eve eat the forbidden fruit, then blame each other and the serpent. They sought to avoid personal accountability, but God held each of them accountable.Lewis stated, "A man who admits no guilt can accept no forgiveness." It's profound. If we continuously accuse the devil, we excuse ourselves of personal responsibility, making it hard to repent and seek God's pardon.1 Samuel 15's Saul. Saul spared King Agag and the best livestock when God ordered him to annihilate the Amalekites. Prophet Samuel approached Saul, who blamed the people for his disobedience. The Lord dismissed Saul as king because he refused to acknowledge his wickedness.King David contrasts. David instantly confessed and repented when Prophet Nathan questioned him about Bathsheba. He took full responsibility. David repents in Psalm 51: "For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.""But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed," James 1:14-15 says. After desire conceives, it gives birth to sin, which grows into death. It's a reminder that sin starts with us.Stop Blaming the Devil; Own Up to Your Sin."Lord, help us to admit our sins and not blame others," we pray. Help us confess and repent. Thank you for forgiving and cleansing us. Jesus' name, Amen."Dear brothers and sisters, as we begin this week, let's admit our sins and stop blaming the devil or others. God forgives without limit. Let's quickly repent and obtain His pardon when we make mistakes.Have a blessed week!

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Anxiety. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Peace. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Jesus Appears Again”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Introduction: Why Didn't the Old Covenant Take Away Guilt? (Hebrews 10:1-4): It wasn't Designed to. (Heb 10:1) It Reminded you that you ARE Guilty. (Heb 10:2-4) Once For All: Jesus Takes Away Your Guilt (Hebrews 10:1-18): Once for all: You are Sanctified . (Heb 10:10) Once for all: Your Sin is gone. (Heb 10:11-13) Once for all: You are Secure . (Heb 10:14) Once for all: You are Settled . (Heb 10:15-18) Sermon Notes (PDF): BLANKHint: Highlight blanks above for answers! Small Group DiscussionRead Hebrews 10:1-18What was your big take-away from this passage / message?Why did God ordain the Old Covenant if it couldn't really take away sin? Why would God allow it to be a constant reminder of sin?What does it mean to be “sanctified”? How is sanctification both a condition and a process?Why do you think many Christians struggle with the idea of “once for all” we are saved, sanctified, and secure?BreakoutPray for one another.

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From the sermon "Your Sin is Your Segway; What's Your Story?"Pastors Keith, Dallas & Megan dig deeper into John 8:1-11; the main scripture discussed the previous Sunday, March 5th, 2023.Email Keith@LifeChurchGB.com with your comments or questions you may have about this week's episode!--Watch all the messages we're chewing on hereFollow Life Church Green Bay onlineFacebook - LCGB Facebook Instagram - LCGB Instagram

Pastors Keith, Dallas & Megan dig deeper into John 8:1-11; the main scripture discussed in the sermon "Your Sin is Your Segway" from the series What's Your Story? We're exploring mixing the Chew on That feed with the main sermon feed. What do you think? Do you like them back to back or do you prefer them separate?Let us know by emailing keith@lifechurchgb.com--Just starting your Jesus journey? Let us know by filling out this form so we can connect with you personallyHello Card Follow Life Church on socialsLCGB Facebook LCGB Instagram LCGB YouTube

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Addictions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Self-Control. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “From the Gospel of Matthew (24:1-51): “Jesus is Coming””, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Mark Etheridge leads us through the next sermon in our series on The Apostles' Creed - 'I believe in the the forgiveness of sins.'Because Jesus died for our sins, we are able to receive forgiveness from our sins. 1) True Belief Informs the Intellect - When we receive the forgiveness of our sins, our sin is canceled, and we are cleansed (1:5-7) John 3:19-21 (ESV) “It is his nature to reveal himself, as it is the property of light to shine; and the revelation is of perfect purity and unutterable majesty.”1 -John Stott “There is no real fellowship with God that is not expressed in fellowship with other believers.”2 -Colin Kruse 2) True Belief Commands the Will - When we receive the forgiveness of our sins, we are positioned for obedience (1:8-10) 3 Ways You Shouldn't Respond to Your Sin: 1. Deflect It 2. Minimize It 3. Just Saying “You're Sorry” About It 3) True Belief Transforms the Affections - When we receive the forgiveness of our sins, the God who was once our Judge becomes our Father (2:1-2) “Christ's intercession is the continual application of his death to our salvation.”3 -John Calvin Life Church exists to glorify God by making disciples who treasure Christ, grow together, and live on mission. Salisbury, NCFollow us online:lifechurchnc.comFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitter

We once again look at another aspect of Justification, as the Lord has been pleased to direct me in the searching of texts to preach from. This time, we come to the very firstfruit of what justification does for the repentant sinner - the forgiveness of their sins. Our text reveals the fulness of this forgiveness in a number of precious ways---1. God's Sovereign Grace--2. God's Justifying Blood--3. Your Confessing of Your Sin

A new MP3 sermon from Believers Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: How to Die in Your Sin Subtitle: Sunday Morning Sermon Speaker: Jason Rolen Broadcaster: Believers Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/19/2019 Bible: John 8:21-30 Length: 36 min.

Come to the Light, or YOU WILL DIE in YOUR SIN and UnbeliefSeries: Gospel of John Preacher: Jim MastersSunday Church ServiceDate: 4th September 2022-------------------Come to the Light, or YOU WILL DIE in YOUR SIN and Unbelief

A new MP3 sermon from Faith Baptist Tabernacle is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Get Serious about Your Sin Speaker: Mike Rodgers Broadcaster: Faith Baptist Tabernacle Event: Sunday - AM Date: 7/24/2022 Bible: 1 Peter 2:24; Psalm 139:23-24 Length: 53 min.

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Despair. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Joy. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Are You Willing to Speak Up and Share, Publicly, Your Relationship with Jesus?”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Biblical Preaching Leads to Conviction but Ends with Great Rejoicing. . . I. Gather Together to Listen Attentively, Expecting to Hear the Word of the Lord! (1-3) II. Humbly Position Yourselves under the Authority of the Word as It Is Explained by the Family of Faith! (4-8) III. Mourn over Your Sin through Heartfelt Repentance, Then Rejoice Greatly at the Declaration of Good News! (9-12) Practical Implications o Have you become dull of hearing? What is one thing you can do this week to help the Word of God come alive again? o In what ways does your commitment to and view of Sunday worship reveal that the Word of God is not the ultimate authority in your life? o Are you tired of feeling guilty for your sin? What is holding you back from receiving the joy of the Lord?

Saturday is review day on The Daily Promise. Every Saturday, we review the promises of the week so we can allow them to go deep into our hearts and lives. Here are the promises we covered this week. Psalm 103:12 - Your Sin is Removed.   Hebrews 13:5 - God Will Never Leave or Forsake You. Isaiah 12:2 - Trust God and Don't be Afraid. 2 Corinthians 9:8 - God's Grace Flows Over You. Psalm 25:12 - God Leads me to Make Wise Choices.

--- Sermon delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 11-15 am. -----There is a great gulf between the sinner and almighty God. This great gulf is repaired by propitiation.--Propitiation is the sacrifice of Jesus Christ that appeased the wrath of Almighty God, thereby rendering God ready to forgive YOUR SIN---1 John 2-2 And he is the propitiation for our sins- and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.--Christ accomplished this work on the cross at Calvary by becoming the propitiation, the meeting place, the shelter for man.--This sermon also gives a unique insight into WHO Christ came to protect us from.--Finally, although no man in the Old Testament looked forward to the cross- God sure did---God has tolerated the sin of man for a long time. His forbearance is His exercise of patience toward repeat offenders' who are sinners and enemies of God.--God spared you from wrath by His death on the cross.--If you haven't trusted Him, why not do it NOW---Hope this sermon is a blessing to you.---- -- -- -- ----Jimmy Fortunato is the Pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church located at 229 W. Jere Whitson Rd. Cookeville, TN 38501.--Pilgrim Baptist Church is a bible-believing, independent Baptist church that takes a strong stance on the authority of the King James Bible and the absolute necessity of public evangelism for true New Testament churches.--For more information about Pilgrim Baptist Church visit--- https---pilgrimbaptist.church---Stay Connected with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Social Media---- Facebook- https---www.facebook.com-PilgrimBaptistCookeville--- Instagram- https---www.instagram.com-pilgrimbaptistcookeville-

In this episode of “You're Not Crazy,” Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry discuss the role of positivity in the life of a pastor and how to build positivity in a world that would prefer cynicism.• Introductions (0:00)• Best book in the last 10 years (1:02)• Staying positive in a cynical world (6:34)• Resourcing positivity (9:25)• Irritating Scripture (14:02)• Getting more granular (17:31)• Recommended resource: A Dozen Things God Did with Your Sin by Sam Storms (19:33)

Join Pastor Mike Powers as we study the Book of Genesis with the series "Origins."Weekly Sunday sermons from Pastor Mike Powers and other members of our Pastoral Body. Richland Creek exists to make disciples who love God and love others. For more, visit richlandcreek.com.Main Idea: Our Sin is great but our Savior is greater1. Your Sin is Great 2. God's Judgment is Dreadful 3. God's Grace is Amazing 

_____________ Your Sin (1:5-10)   Sin is any _________, _________, or ____________ that is opposed to God and His Word.   _________ Of Your Sin  (1:9-10)   ___________ Your Sin (1:9) _________ In A New Direction (1:7, 2 Corinthians 7:10-11)   _____________ the Forgiveness of Your Sin (2:1-2)   Jesus is Our _____________ Jesus is Our _____________ (2 Corinthians 5:21) Jesus is Our _____________   ____________ to Walking with God (2:3-6)   __________ God Means __________ His Word (3-5)   __________ with God Means Being _____________ by God (5-6)   Memory Verse: He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. - 1 John 2:2 ESV

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Forbes' John Brandon, author of “The 7-Minute Productivity Solution,” unpacks the launch of the "Truth Social" app and why distractions work and are so effective in our society today. Sam Storms, author of "A Dozen Things God Did with Your Sin," shares why many believers forget what Christ has already done on their behalf at the cross and the important difference between “eternal union” with God and “experiential communion” with Him.

Forbes' John Brandon, author of “The 7-Minute Productivity Solution,” unpacks the launch of the "Truth Social" app and why distractions work and are so effective in our society today. Sam Storms, author of "A Dozen Things God Did with Your Sin," shares why many believers forget what Christ has already done on their behalf at the cross and the important difference between “eternal union” with God and “experiential communion” with Him.

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Compulsions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Patiencel. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Praying with Perseverance (Fowery Parish; Cornwall, UK)”, at our Website: https://awtlser.podbean.com/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Numbers 14-39-45--How Not to Deal with Sin--I. How Not to Deal with Your Sin -o Don't ------------------- -vv. 1-4- chs. 12, 16----o Don't ----------------------------------------- -39-45----o Don't ------------------------------------------------ ---II. What Happens when You try to deal with your sin--o You add ------------------------------- -40-41- Gal. 2-20-21----o You reveal -------------------------------------- -Antinomianism-against law- a casting off of God's commands because we view them as restrictive -excusing sin---Legalism-a begrudging, strict but superficial adherence to God's commands -trying to pay for sin---o You will ----------------------------------------- -43-44----III. How Your Sin Has Been Dealt With --o Your sin ----------------------------------------------- His ---------------------------------- never changes -18, 19----o Therefore, come ------------------------------------------- -20- Heb. 4-14-16----o Having tasted -------------------------------------------

Ruin and Redemption (Genesis 38)   How to Ruin Your Life   Doing What Feels _________ (1-5)   Doing What Makes You _________ (6-11)   Doing What Keeps You ____________ (12-19)   How To Redeem Your Life   ____________ Your Sin (20-26)   _____________ To The Savior (27-30)   Memory Verse: Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers, and Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, and Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram, - Matthew 1:2-3

Introduction The Setting (26a) The Symbolism and Significance (26b-28) The Subsequent Supper (29) Implications 1. Think About Christ's Sacrifice 2. Be Humbled by Your Sin 3. Rejoice in Your Forgiveness 4. Look Forward to the Eternal Fellowship

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Self-Centeredness. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Self-Control. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Put God First and All Else Will Follow”, at our Website: https://awtlser.podbean.com/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Your SIN can be FORGIVEN - Mufti Menk

God Blesses You in Your Obedience, but God Leaves You to the Consequences of Your Sin in Your Disobedience MESSAGE SUMMARY: Your relationship with God is only between you and God. God desires relationships with each of us, individually, even though you may have been fortunate enough to have a Godly mother, father, siblings, and/or a spouse. God has given us covenants upon which to build His relationship with you, as Paul tells us in Romans 8:34-35: “Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?". The people of the Old Testament found that living apart from God's covenant relationship brought disaster. God is a covenant God; He will bless you if you obey Him. If you disobey God, God leaves you to the consequences of your sins.   TODAY’S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Self-Centeredness. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit’s fruit of Self-Control. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV):  1 Corinthians 11:25-26; Leviticus 26:9-12; Nehemiah 9:32; Psalms 135a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY’S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach’s Current Sunday Sermon: “Jesus Followers Are Key to Stopping Marriage’s Perversion by Following God’s Plan in Their Families and Marriages", at our Website: https://awtlser.podbean.com/ WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH’S SERMON VIDEO – “We All Need “Hope” in Today’s World of Fear, Doubt in Our Faith, and Feelings of “Hopelessness”; and God Is this “Hope””:  www.AWFTL.org/watch DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Morning Service Led By: Pastor Bryce De Zwarte Scripture Reading: Isaiah 61; Luke 4:1-30 Confessional Reference: Lord's Day 12 Sermon: I Am His and He Is Mine 1. Christ Has Fully Revealed to You the Secrets of Salvation 2. Christ Has Redeemed You From the Slavery of Your Sin 3. Christ Has Rescued You From the Insecurity of Your Shame Link to Our Website: https://www.adorationurc.ca/

“How to Not Die in Your Sin” – a lesson on light shining in the darkness, and the urgency of believing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Music: “Take Me Deeper” by the Ken Ferguson Band

“How to Not Die in Your Sin” – a lesson on light shining in the darkness, and the urgency of believing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Music: “Take Me Deeper” by the Ken Ferguson Band

Week 8 of "The Apostles' Creed"

A new MP3 sermon from Crossgar Free Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Dying in Your Sin Speaker: Rev. Gordon Dane Broadcaster: Crossgar Free Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/14/2020 Bible: John 8:21-24 Length: 32 min.

– Speaker: Pastor Greg Carter – Scripture: Luke 17:1-4 – Title: Working Through Temptation, Your Sin and the Sin of Others – Series: The Gospel According to Luke

I. The Lord's Supper and Your Sin -vv. 5-8-----II. The Lord's Supper and God's Grace -vv. 9-12-14-----III. The Lord's Supper and God's Warning -v. 13-

Anne delivers the message "Repent of Your Sin"

Anne delivers the message "Repent of Your Sin"

John 7 & 8     Jesus is our Thirst-quencher and the Light of the World who is shining in our darkness and is hated by the world. 1-Thirst-quencher “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’” (7:37-38) 2- Light of the world “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (8:12) John 7 A. 7:1-13 Jesus’ brothers mock him privately B. 7:14-52 Various speakers publicly challenge Jesus v14-24 centers around Jesus’ authority (esp his teaching and miracles) v25-36 center on his identity, (esp his origin and mission) v37-39 “come to me and drink” C. The Feast of Booths (or Tabernacles) past present future D. 7:40-52 Various responses to Jesus v40-44a mixed response among the crowd v45-52a mixed response among the leadership   John 8:12-59 The Light of the World at the Feast of Booths Exegetical Outline (Klink III, Edward W. John (Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament) (Kindle Locations 10972-10978). Zondervan. Kindle Edition.) A.  “The Light of the World”: The Accusations of Jesus the Judge (8:12–59) First Accusation: The Charge against Inappropriate Belief (vv. 12–30)                First Verbal Exchange: The Authority and Judgment of the Son (vv. 12–20)                       (1) Charge: “I Am the Light of the World” (v. 12)                       (2) Responses: The Witness of the Father and Son (vv. 13–18)                       (3) Verdict: “You Know neither Me nor My Father” (vv. 19–20)                Second Verbal Exchange: The Origin of the Son (vv. 21–30)                       (1) Charge: “You Will Die in Your Sin” (v. 21)                       (2) Responses: “You Are from the World; I Am Not from This World” (v. 22–27)                       (3) Verdict: “You Will Know That I Am” (vv. 28–30) Second Accusation: The Charge against Illegitimate Origin (vv. 31–59)                 First Verbal Exchange: The Identity of the People of God (vv. 31–47)                       (1) Charge: True Disciples Abide in my Word (vv. 31–32)                       (2) Responses: Abraham and the Father (vv. 33–43)                       (3) Verdict: “You Belong to Your Father, the Devil” (vv. 44–47)                 Second Verbal Exchange: The Counterclaim by the Jews: Heresy! (vv. 48–59)                       (1) Charge: “You are a Samaritan and Have a Demon” (v. 48)                       (2) Responses: “Before Abraham Was [Born], I Am” (vv. 49–58)                       (3) Verdict: The Attempted Stoning of Jesus (v. 59)

140. Deliver Me From My Sins. 141. Let My Prayers Be Like Incense. 142. Tell God Everything - Your Struggles and Your Sin. 143. I Am So Guilty - Let Me Hear You In the Morning!

The Jesus Saves Ministry 1007 W. Arlington Blvd Greenville, N. C. 27834 www.tjsm.org E-Mail: gojesusnow@aol.com TEL. 252-689-6172 252.916.0104 or 252.214.0799 Pastor: Apostle Lonnie Stocks 1 Kings 2:6-11 (GW) 6  Use your wisdom. Don't let that gray-haired, old man go to his grave peacefully. 7  “Be kind to the sons of Barzillai from Gilead. Let them eat at your table. They helped me when I was fleeing from your brother Absalom. 8  “Shimei, son of Gera from Bahurim in Benjamin, is still with you. He cursed me repeatedly when I went to Mahanaim. But when he came to meet me at the Jordan River, I took an oath by the LORD and said, ‘As long as I'm king, I won't have you killed.' 9  Now, don't let him go unpunished. You are wise and know what to do to him: Put that gray-haired, old man into his grave by slaughtering him.” 10  David lay down in death with his ancestors and was buried in the City of David. 11  He ruled as king of Israel for 40 years. He ruled for 7 years in Hebron and for 33 years in Jerusalem.  

Bible Study #40: A King Like the Other NationsSt. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Allentown PAFr. Anthony Perkins, 11 October 2018 Opening Prayer: Make the pure light of Your divine knowledge shine in our hearts, Loving Master, and open the eyes of our minds that we may understand the message of Your Gospel. Instill also in us reverence for Your blessed commandments, so that overcoming all worldly desires, we may pursue a spiritual life, both thinking and doing all things pleasing to You. For You, Christ our God, are the Light of our souls and bodies, and to You we give the glory, together with Your Father, without beginning, and Your All Holy, Good, and Life- Creating Spirit, now and ever and to the ages of ages. Amen. (From the Prayer before the Gospel in the Divine Liturgy; see 2 Corinthians 6:6; Ephesians 1:18; 2 Peter 2:11) Some News. The Synod of the Patriarchate of Constantinople has established Communion with the UAOC and the UOC-KP. 1 Kingdoms (1 Samuel) 7. The Arc and Samuel help bring orthodoxy and peace to the Hebrews for twenty years. St. Gregory the Great. On the Twenty Years. Now what does it mean when it is said that all Israel “lay at rest after the Lord in the twentieth year,” except that the height of the perfection of the elect does not consist in the might of a good work but in the virtue of contemplation? To rest after the Lord is to cling to the imitation of our Redeemer with invincible love. And, if someone contemplates those inexpressible joys of our citizenship above but does not learn to love mightily—for often he can be diverted to love of the world—he by no means rests for the Lord. Thus, when the ark remained in Kiriath-jearim and the days were prolonged, all of Israel rested after the Lord. Surely, while the knowledge of the mind of the elect was raised up into the experience of divine delight, and while the lights of the spiritual virtues gathered beneath the light of restored glory, Israel was able to hold on all the more tenaciously to the imitation of our Lord, to the degree that they, illuminated by the immense lights of virtue, were not able to perceive those shadows by which they were divided from the light. St. Basil the Great. On God and the gods. In Scripture “one” and “only” are not predicated of God to mark distinction from the Son and the Holy Spirit but to exclude the unreal gods falsely so called. As for instance, “The Lord alone did lead them and there was no strange god with them,” (Deuteronomy 32:12) and “then the children of Israel did put away Baalim and Ashtaroth and served the Lord only (1 Kings 7:4). and again the words of Paul: “Just as there be gods many, and lords many, yet to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, by whom are all things. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6)” St. Leo the Great. The Role of Fasting in Repentance and Victory. At one time the Hebrew people and all the Israelite tribes, because of the offensiveness of their sins, were held under the heavy domination of the Philistines. In order to be able to overcome their enemies, as the sacred history shows, they restored strength of soul and body with a self-imposed fast. They had judged rightly that they deserved that hard and wretched subjection because of neglect of God's commandments and the corruption of their lives, and that in vain did they fight with weapons unless they had first made war on their sins. By abstaining, therefore, from food and drink they imposed the penalty of severe punishment on themselves, and to conquer their enemies, they first conquered the enticement of gluttony in themselves. In this way it happened that the fierce adversaries and harsh masters yielded to those who were fasting whom they had overcome when they had been full. 1 Kingdoms 8-10. The Hebrews Demand and Get a King. 8. St. Cyprian of Carthage. Don't Grumble against Your Priests! And that we may know that this voice of God came forth with his true and greatest majesty to honor and avenge his priests.… In the book of Kings [Samuel] also when Samuel, the priest, was despised, as you know, by the people of the Jews on account of his old age, the angry Lord cried out and said, “They have not rejected you, but they have rejected me.” And to avenge this, he raised over them King Saul, who afflicted them with grave injuries and trod under foot and pressed the proud people with all insults and punishments that the priest scorned might be avenged on the proud people by divine vengeance.(See also the Apostolic Constitutions) 9. St. John Chrysostom. Don't Blame God – or Responsibility – for Your Sin. Saul, that son of Kish, was not himself at all ambitious of becoming a king but was going in quest of his asses and came to ask the prophet about them. The prophet, however, proceeded to speak to him of the kingdom, but not even then did he run greedily after it, though he heard about it from a prophet, but drew back and deprecated it, saying, “Who am I, and what is my father's house?” What then? When he made a bad use of the honor which had been given him by God, were those words of his able to rescue him from the wrath of him who had made him king? … [A]ll such arguments are weak as excuses, and not only weak but perilous, inasmuch as they rather kindle the wrath of God. For he who has been promoted to great honor by God must not advance the greatness of his honor as an excuse for his errors but should make God's special favor toward him the motive for further improvement … we ought to be ... ambitious at all times to make the most of such powers as we have, and to be reverent both in speech and thought. 10. St. John Chrysostom. On Chrismation. Furthermore, whenever someone had to be chosen and anointed, the grace of the Spirit would wing its way down and the oil would run on the forehead of the elect. Prophets fulfilled these ministries. 10. St. Gregory the Great. On the Temptations of Power. It is common experience that in the school of adversity the heart is forced to discipline itself; but when one has achieved supreme rule, it is at once changed and puffed up by the experience of his high estate. It was thus that Saul, realizing at first his unworthiness, fled from the honor of governing but presently assumed it and was puffed up with pride. By his desire for honor before the people and wishing not to be blamed before them, he alienated him who had anointed him to be king. 10. St. Augustine. On Discernment and the Spirit. First, you ask that I explain how it can be said in the first book of Kings [Samuel], “The Spirit of the Lord came upon Saul,” when it is said elsewhere “There was an evil spirit from the Lord in Saul.” … “The Spirit blows where he wills,” and no one's soul can be fouled by contact with the Spirit of prophecy, for it extends everywhere on account of its purity. Yet, it does not affect everyone in the same way; the Spirit's infusion in some people confers images of things, others are granted the mental fruit of understanding, others are given both by inspiration, and still others know nothing. But the Spirit works through infusion in two ways. … One way is through the mental fruit of understanding, when the significance and relevance of the things demonstrated through images is revealed, which is a more certain prophecy [and the other is through ecstatic visions]. Bibliography Basil of Caesarea. Saint Basil: The Letters. (E. Capps, T. E. Page, W. H. D. Rouse, & G. P. Goold, Eds., R. J. Deferrari & M. R. P. McGuire, Trans.) (Vol. 1, p. 59). London; New York; Cambridge, MA: William Heinemann; G. P. Putnam's Sons; Harvard University Press.” Franke, J. R. (Ed.). (2005). Old Testament IV: Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1–2 Samuel. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.

Your Sin vs. God's Love by TheChapelFH

These days it seems that everyone is pursuing happiness.  We try just about anything to make ourselves happy.  But God has promised something greater to those that believe on Jesus Christ.  God promised joy. The Difference Happiness is external.  Happiness is based on our circumstances.  If you have a good meal, your happy.  If your loved one gives you a kiss, your happy. A good night's sleep and you're happy.  Happiness is external. Happiness is based on your circumstances. Joy is internal. And joy is not based on your circumstances.  True joy comes from God. Let's learn three simple truths about joy. Joy & Salvation Luke 10:17-20 teaches that joy should not be based on what we have done, but joy is to be based on our salvation. We respond in joy to God when we think about the great gift of salvation that God has given. We deserve death and hell.  God, though is merciful. God does not give you what you deserve. Instead He gives you eternal life with Him.  That makes us rejoice. Joy & The Spirit There is a dynamic element to joy.  Joy is eternal, but day to day, joy can change. Look at Galatians 5:16.  Believers are commanded to walk in the Spirit. Life is a journey, and as we walk God tells us to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. What is the result of walking in this way? Galatians 5:22-23 tells us that joy is a fruit, or a result of walking in the Spirit.  Walk as you should and joy will flow out of you. Joy & Suffering When we suffer, joy is the correct response.  James 1:2 Why? Joy makes us stronger.  James 1:2-5 and 1 Peter 1:6-9 Suffering cannot remove your salvation, so joy is eternal.  Romans 8:38-39 Suffering allows us to experience the life of Christ.  Hebrews 12:2 How to Get Joy Joy comes when you put your trust in Jesus Christ, God the Son. All are removed from God.  Why? Because of sin.  So sin or sinful people can never be with God.  That means everyone is separated from God, because everyone has this sin problem. Romans 3:23 But God has provided a way.  He gave His Son Jesus that if you believe on Him you will have everlasting life.  John 3:16 Please turn away from your sinful ways and believe on Jesus. Believe that He died on the cross for YOUR SIN.  If you do this, then you will receive eternal life and you will receive eternal joy. Please Visit Faith in the Valley is recorded at Wakefield Valley Bible Church in New Windsor, Maryland.  We are less than 10 minutes from Westminster, Maryland.  Our Sunday morning service begins at 10:45. Please bring the entire family.  You can learn more about the church at WakefieldBible.org. Sign Up Get an email notification and a copy of the show notes whenever an episode is released. Just CLICK HERE to sign up and we will email you with a copy of the show notes and let you know when a new episode has been released.  At this time, all who sign up will receive a Special Gift - a Study Guide for the Gospel of John.  Sign up today!    

Your Sin put on Jesus, Jesus righteousness put on you!

Our New "Toe Tappin', Knee Slappin' , "Picken' and Grinnin"  Bluegrass Gospel Song we are blessed to release today,"That Good Old Gospel Way Is for Me"Classic Train beat Drums, Duelin' Banjos, Traditional Bluegrass Guitar, Shufflin' Fiddles, Melodic Mandolins, and Classic Bluegrass Acoustic Upright Bass. Also, PDF of the Guitar Chords and Piano Music below.Blessings to You,Shiloh Worship MusicWww.ShilohWorshipMusic.comThat Good Old Gospel Way Is for Me© 2012 Shiloh Worship MusicCan't You See That Light in the DistanceAnd It Shining Brighter Than the SunIt's The Light of GodShining BrightShining Down from Heaven AboveThat Good Old Gospel WayIs for MeAs I'm Traveling down Life's RoadAnd Don't You Know I'm a Pilgrim HereFor Beulah Land Is Where I GoAt the End of the RiverThere's an OceanIt Is an OceanOf God's LoveIf in His Love You AbideYou Will Live Forever at His SideAt the Foot of the CrossThere's ForgivenessProvided by His BloodOh Turn to HimAnd Be Free from Your SinEternal Life Will Begin© 2012 Shiloh Worship Music COPY FREELY;This Music is copyrighted to prevent misuse, however,permission is granted for non-commercial copying-Radio play permitted  www.shilohworshipmusic.comClick Below to download the Entire Sheet Music PDF

First hour message by Michael Slattery 1Pe 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: The Devil is wicked and a Liar and a thief and a murderer, but he is not every place all the time and sometimes we blame the devil that is SATAN himself for the trials in our lives and our hardships. Everything from a flat tire to a headache is blamed on the Devil himself when the real culprit is ... WELL NOT ALWAYS THE DEVIL. This is a several part Bible study on the workings of Satan and the reality that SATAN himself is actually part of God's plan. GOD uses him.. but he is not the author of YOUR SIN... the bible does not say in SATAN all die... but rather in ADAM ALL DIE.. WHOM he MAY devour.... BY INVITATION ONLY.. How do folks set themselves up for being the Devils meal? How many times do Christians do for themselves what they blame satan for? 2nd -3rd hour, News. (Obama's speech at the UN, More info on Sept 27, Elenin, Lester Roloff preaching, etc..)