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Seven Pillars of Wisdom
1)The heart of wisdom – (1 Kings 3:9)
2)The word of wisdom – (1 Kings 3:23-26)
3)The team of wisdom – (1 Kings 4:1-2; 7)
4)The blessing of wisdom – (1 Kings 4:20)
5)The peace of wisdom – (1 Kings 4:24-25)
6)The creativity of wisdom – (1 Kings 4:29; 32-33)
7)The promotion of wisdom – (1 Kings 4:24)
Cor. 1:18-19; 24-25
Wisdom is the ability to make good judgments based on what you have learned from your experiences – (1 Cor. 1:18)
The ways of wisdom
Wisdom is a mark of maturity – (1 Cor. 2:6)
The wisdom of God is mysterious – (1 Cor. 2:7-9)
The wisdom of God is made known through the Holy Spirit – (1 Cor. 2:10-13)
Is. 9:6-7
Is. 9:6
Principles of the Paternal Nature of God:
God the Father is Good – (James 1:16-17)
God has a Divine plan for your life – (James 1:18)
God is asking for your Submission – (James 1:19-21)
Is. 9:6-7
Is. 9:6; Is. 11:2
Manifestations of His Might
He will fight your battles – (Zeph. 3:16-17)
He will strengthen you with joy – (Zeph. 3:17b; Col. 1:11)
He will quiet you with his love – (Zeph. 3:17c)
He will restore what you lost – (Zeph. 3:18-20)
Is. 9:6
The candy of God’s counsel – (Ps. 16:7)
His counsel will calm anxiety – (Ps. 16:7-9)
His counsel is personal to you – (Ps. 16:10-11)
His counsel is very satisfying – (Ps. 16:11)
His counsel is inexhaustible – (Ps. 16:11)
Is. 9:6-7 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders and He Will Be Called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.”
What makes Him Wonderful?
He is so gracious – (Ps. 111:4)
He keeps His covenant – (Ps. 111:5)
He is very reliable – (Ps. 111:7)
He is the author of salvation – (Ps. 111:9)
His name is hallowed – (Ps. 111:9-10)
Psalm 34:1 “I will Bless the Lord at all Times”
How to Grow your Gratitude:
Be Grateful for your Deliverance - (Ps. 34:4; 6:19)
Be Grateful for life Experiences - (Ps. 34:8; 9-10)
Be Grateful that you have a Conscious - (Ps.34:11-14)
Be Grateful when you have an Audience with God - (Ps.34:15)
Godliness is a Profitable Endeavor - (1Tim.4:7-8)
Principles of Pious Behavior:
Godliness Ensures Protection - (Acts 27:9-10: 44)
Godliness Ensures Promotion - (1Tim. 4:15)
Godliness Ensures Perpetuity - (Prov.10:27)
Godliness Ensures Prosperity - (3John 2)
What is the Great Commission?
A Command to go into all the world - (Matt. 28:18-19)
Authorization to teach Christian Doctrines - (Matt.28 19-:20)
A relationship to “the end of the age” - (Matt. 28:20)
Mark 12:28-31
3 questions about love
What does it mean to love God? – (Mark 12:28-30)
What does it mean to love people? – (Mark 12:31; 1 Cor. 14:1)
Why is obedience better than sacrifice? – (Mark 12:32-34; John 14:15)
What does it mean to follow Jesus? – (Mark 12:34)
Matthew 23:11-12
In the KIngdom of God, the greatness is found in Servanthood -(Matt. 23:11)
Three Indications of Greatness:
A sense of Security-(Matt 23:5-7)
An attitude of Humility-(Matt. 23:12)
A heart of Purity-(Matt.23:35-28)
1 Timothy 6:12
“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.”
1) What are You Willing To Change?
2) What are you Willing to Lay Hold Of?
3) Who are you Willing to Serve?
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Learn more Pastor Jordan Work Lev. 23:33-36 The feast of tabernacles celebrates God’s dwelling among us – (Lev.23:42-43) *pic of booths
Qualities of the kingdom age
A pilgrimage to worship the king – (Mic. 4:1-2)
An era of political peace – (Mic. 4:3)
A golden age of prosperity – (Mic. 4:4-5)
Lev. 23:23-25 The first fall feast is the fest of trumpets – (Lev. 23:23-25)
The rapture is associated with the blast of a trumpet – (1 Thess. 4:16-17; 1 Cor. 15:51-52)
Reasons why people will miss the rapture:
Failure to judge yourself – (Luke 14:18)
Failure to endure testing – (Luke 14:19)
Placing family ahead of the things of God – (Luke 14:20)
3 Characteristics of the Lamb of God:
• The Lamb is pure- Ex 12:5,7 and Eph 5:25-27
• The Lamb is meek - Is 53:7 and Col 3:8-9
• The Lamb laid down his life - Ex 12:6 and Col 3:5, 8-9, 12-14
Hbs. 3:7-11
The depths of the Dove: How to know the Holy Spirit
Know His Word – (Hbs. 3:7)
Understand His Ways – (Ps. 95:10)
Recognize His Work – (Ps. 95:9)
Mark 1:9-11
The Holy Spirit Was Manifested in the form of a dove – (Mark 1:10)
Three things the New Testament says about the Dove
The Dove can be grieved – (Eph. 4:30; 31-32)
The Dove can be quenched – (1 Thess. 5:19)
The Dove can be your guide – (Mark 1:12; 13)
A Prophetic DoveActs 11:27-30
Principles of the prophetic
For the prophetic to operate properly, plurality is necessary – (Acts 11:27-28)
A prophetic word will bring protection into your life – (Acts 11:28)
A prophetic word requires a proactive response – (Acts 11:29-30)
Persecution often accompanies a prophetic word – (Acts 12:1)
The Dove in RelationshipsNeh. 9:20-21
The Holy Spirit is a good spirit – (Neh. 9:20)
How the Holy Spirit helps you in relationships
He instructs us – (Neh. 9:19-20a)
He provides patience – (Neh. 9:30a)
He warns us – (Neh. 9:30)
He is firm but gentle – (Neh. 9:31)
The Pathways of PeaceGen. 37:15-17
The imperceivable instruments of God’s hand
God uses random situations – (Gen. 37:15-17)
God uses resentful people – (Gen. 37:18)
God uses the repetition of our talents – (Gen. 39:2-4)
God uses the restraint of time – (Gen. 40:23-41:1a) *end w/ dream
In the end, God uses it all for good – (Gen. 50:20)
Gen. 37:15-17
The imperceivable instruments of God’s hand
God uses random situations – (Gen. 37:15-17)
God uses resentful people – (Gen. 37:18)
God uses the repetition of our talents – (Gen. 39:2-4)
God uses the restraint of time – (Gen. 40:23-41:1a) *end w/ dream
In the end, God uses it all for good – (Gen. 50:20)
Galatians 6:14The Fundamentals Of Spiritual Freedom Freedom In The Cross (Galatians 6:14) Freedom In The Blood (Ephesians 1:7-8) Freedom In The Name (Philippians 2:10-11)
1 Corinthians 4:1-5Three Things That Are Difficult To Discern1) Ministers (1 Corinthians 4:1-2) 2) Yourself (1 Corinthians 4:3-4) 3) How You Will Be Evaluated In The Light Of Eternity (1 Corinthians 4:5)
Luke 16:19-22An Intelligence Report About Eternity1) Hades Is A Place Of Great Torment (Luke 6:19-24)2) What We Do With This Life Determines How We Will Spend The Next Life (Luke 6:25)3) Hades Is A Place Of Separation (Luke 6:26) 4) God’s Word Serves As A Warning (Luke 6:27-31)
Ephesians 6:12-13Hell’s Hierarchy1) Principalities: Prince Spirits Over Governments (Ephesians 6:12)2) Powers: Over Societies (Ephesians 6:12)3) Rulers: Over Culture (Ephesians 6:12)4) Spiritual Wickedness: Over Individuals (Ephesians 6:12; 2 Corinthians 12:2-4) The Church Is Called To Stand In Righteousness (Ephesians 6:13)
Acts 24:24-27 Three Gospel Truths1) Righteousness (Acts 24:24-25; Romans 11:22a)2) Self-Control (Acts 24:25)3) The Judgement To Come – (Acts 24:25)
Running With GodJonah 3:1-5Psalm 139:1,2 ,5 ,7-9Three Things That Will Help You Run With God1) Just Say “Yes” Your Availability Will Always Reveal God’s AbilityRevelation + Decision = Perfect Will Of God2) Just “Go”Jonah 3:3Miracles Wait For Movement3) Just “Declare”Jonah 3:4-5 NKJVSay What God Says To See His PowerBe Careful Because Words And Whales Are Connected
Leviticus 23:15-1650 Days After Passover Came Pentecost (The Feast Of Weeks) (Leviticus 23:16)5 Ways The Holy Spirit Works 1) He Uses Unity (Acts 2:1) 2) He Comes Suddenly (Acts 2:2)3) He Breathes On You (Acts 2:2)4) He Refines You With Fire (Acts 2:3-4)5) He Refreshes You With Rain (Acts 2:17)
Psalms 103Lest We Forget1) Don't Forget To Bless Him (Psalms 103:1)2) Don't Forget His Benefits (Psalms 103:2-4)3) Don't Forget To Be Balanced (Psalms 103:5)
2 Peter 1:2-4The Dividends Of Diligence1) Diligence Helps You Reach Your Potential (2 Peter 1:5-8)2) Diligence Grows Your Perspective (2 Peter 1:9)3) Diligence Preserves You From Sin (2 Peter 1: 10-11)4) Diligence Helps To Perfect You (2 Peter 3:14-15a)
Genesis 27:28-29 Luke 15:11-13PurposeThere Is A Purpose To The Blessing Luke 15:29-32 PerspectiveThe Blessing Is A Person PursuitSeek First The Kingdom Of God And His Righteousness And All These Things Will Be Added To You
Proverbs 31:26-29Motherhood Is Blessed (Proverbs 31:28)6 Ways Mothers Are A Blessing1) Her Quality (Proverbs 31:10)2) Her Faithfulness (Proverbs 31:15)3) Her Thoughtfulness (Proverbs 31:20)4) Her Elegance (Proverbs 31:22)5) Her Softness (Proverbs 31:26)6) Her Order (Proverbs 31:27)
Galatians 3:13-14We Have Been Redeemed From The Curse And Blessed By God (Galatians 3:13-14) What Is The Blessing Of Abraham?1) It’s A Promise To Abraham (Genesis 12:1-4a; Genesis 12:10; Genesis 13:1-2)2) It’s A Promise That Can Only Be Obtained Through Faith (Genesis 15:6; Galatians 3:6-7)3) It’s A Promise That Belongs To Us (Galatians 3:8-9)
Galatians 3:13-14 On The Cross Jesus Took The Curse For Me (Galatians 3:13-14)Redeemed From The Restraints1) Labor: The Sweat Of Your Brow (Leviticus 26:20)2) Lack: Not Enough (Leviticus 26:20)3) Loss Of Life: Death (1 Corinthians 15:56)Your “Labor” Is Not Fruitless (1 Corinthians 15:57-58)
Mark 16:1-6Three People Who Were Precious To The Lord1) Peter - One Who Denied The Lord (Mark 16:7)2) Mary Magdalene - One Who Was Delivered From Demons (Mark 16:9)3) Cleopas - One Who Was Disappointed (Mark 16:12; Luke 24:18-21a)
Mark 14:1-2His Pain; Our Gain1) Jesus Was Abandoned (Mark 14:50-52)2) Jesus Was Accused (Mark 14:55-57)3) Jesus Was Abused (Mark 15:16-20)4) Jesus Can Relate With Your Pain
Mark 11:7-11On Palm Sunday, Jesus Was Celebrated As The King (Mark 11:9-10; 11)An Analysis Of Spiritual Authority 1) Authority Is Released Through Blessing Or Cursing (Mark 11:12-14)2) Authority Is Revealed Through Reverence (Mark 11:15-18)3) Authority Is Realized Through Wisdom (Mark 11:27-30)
Mark 10:42-45Jesus Stayed On Mission (Mark 10:45)The Maxims Of Your Mission1) Your Purpose Can Be Obvious (Mark 8:31-33) 2) Your Purpose Can Be Hidden (Mark 9:30-32) 3) Your Purpose Is To Be A Servant (Mark 10:32-34, 42-44)
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Learn more Mark 4:1-2aThe Mainstays Of The Ministry1) Teaching (Mark 4:1-2a)2) Deliverance (Mark 5:1-2; 8)3) Miracles (Mark 5:38-43)4) Equipping (Mark 6:7-9)5) Felt Needs (Mark 6:41-42)6) Healing (Mark 6:56; 7:37)
Mark 1:1-4
The Distinctives Of A Disciple
1) A Disciple Will Leave What Was Familiar (Mark 1:16-18)
2) A Disciple Will Leave Certain Relationships (Mark 1:19-20)
3) A Disciple Will Leave Sinful Lifestyles (Mark 3:13-16)
4) A Disciple Will Enter The House (Mark 3:13-19)
Called To Contribute (Galatians 5:13)
Serving Is
1) Birthed Out Of Freedom (Galatians 5:13)
2) Motivated By Love (Galatians 5:13-15)
3) Expression Of Your Calling (Galatians 5:13)
1 Corinthians 9:19
Colossians 3:22-4:1Christians Are Called To Serve God (Colossians 3:23-24)Three Motives For Ministry To God1) Motivated Because Of Eternal Rewards (Colossians 3:24a)2) Motivated Because Of God’s Sovereignty (Colossians 3:24b)3) Motivated Because Of God’s Justice (Colossians 3:25-4:1)
Titus 1:1-4 The Word Of God Is Made Known Through Preaching (Titus 1:3) 4 Ways The Word Of God Works Within You1) It Transforms Your Lifestyle (Titus 2:7a)2) It Energizes Your Passion (Titus 2:11-14)3) It Strengthens Your Devotion (Titus 3:8)4) It Produces Spiritual Fruit (Titus 3:14)
Hebrews 6:9-12What Makes Love So Labor Intensive?1) Serving Someone Is Often A Struggle (Hebrews 6:9-10) 2) Diligence Is A Daily Grind (Hebrews 6:11)3) Faith Is A Fight & Patience Is Painful (Hebrews 6:12)
PURSUING MY SPOUSESex and IntimacyTo strengthen my marriage what are some things I should pursue?I. #1. PURSUE LOVE.GENESIS 24:67. “Isaac took Rebekah and she became his wife and he loved her.”I. #2. PURSUE WITH SEX.1. GENESIS 2:22, 25 TLB. (V22) “God made a woman and brought her to the man.” (v23) “This is it!" Adam exclaimed. She is part of my own bone and flesh! Her name is 'woman' because she was taken out of a man." (V25) “Now although the man and his wife were both naked, neither of them was embarrassed or ashamed.”B. #1. Change your attitude.1. 1 TIMOTHY 4:4 TEV "For everything God created is good and nothing is to be rejected, but all is to be received with a prayer of thanks."2. HEBREWS 13:4 NKJV “Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled”.3. PROVERBS 5:18-19 TLB “Be happy yes, rejoice in your wife. Let her tender embrace satisfy you. Let her love alone fill you with delight."4. I Corinthians 6:20 "Use every part of your body to glorify God.C. #2. Create the right atmosphere.D. #3. Work hard to satisfy each other.1 CORINTHIANS 7:3-4 NIV “The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. 4 The wife's body does not belong to her alone but also to her husband. In the same way, the husband's body does not belong to him alone but also to his wife.”I Corinthians 7:7 (Phillips) "Do not cheat each other of normal sexual relations unless you both decide to abstain temporarily to make special time for prayer. But afterwards you should resume relations as before or you will expose yourselves to the obvious temptations of Satan."I. #3. PURSUE WITH LIFE
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN
“WHAT A MAN AND WOMAN NEEDS”
1. Women need to feel valued.
MATTHEW 6:21 NKJV “Where your treasure is there will be your heart also”.
2. Women want to be secure.
GENESIS 3:13 NKJV“To the woman He said: "I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring forth children; Your desire shall be for your husband, And he shall rule over you."
3. Men need to be admired.
EPHESIANS 5:33 TLB. ““So again I say, a man must love his wife as a part of himself; and the wife must see to it that she deeply respects her husband-obeying, praising, and honoring him.”
4. Men need to be loved and accepted for who they are.
MARRIAGE CONFERENCE“Real Communication”Proverbs 18:20-21 NKJV. “A man's stomach shall be satisfied from the fruit of his mouth; From the produce of his lips he shall be filled. (21) “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.”James 3:5-6 NKJV. “Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. See how great a forest a little fire kindles! 6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire by hell.”THERE ARE 2 KINDS OF COMMUNICATIONCorrupt Communication and Edifying CommunicationEphesian 4:29 NKJV. “Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.”CORRUPT COMMUNICATIONFour Things That Will Harden A Relationship1. Lying corrupts communication.Ephesians 4:25 NKJV. “Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another.”2. Anger corrupts communication.Ephesians NKJV “Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil.”3. Bitterness corrupts communication.Ephesians 4:31 NKJV. “Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice.”4. Arguing corrupts communication.Ephesians 4:31 NKJV. “Put all clamoring away from you.”"EDIFYING COMMUNICATION"Four Areas of Edifying Communication1. Speak with grace.Colossians 4:6 NKJV“ Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.”2. Be kind to one another.Ephesians 4:32 NKJV. “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another,even as God in Christ forgave you.”3. Be tenderhearted to each other.Ephesians 4:32 NKJV “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.”4. Forgiving one another.Ephesians 4:32 NKJV “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.”
YOU ASKED FOR IT“6 Secrets of a Happy Marriage”Philippians 2:2 NLT “Make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one heart and purpose.”Six Secrets of a Happy Marriage and Relationship1. It takes COMMUNICATIONProverbs 13:17 TLB “…Reliable communication permits progress.”Amos 3:3 NKJV “Can two walk together except they are agreed.”2. It takes CONSIDERATIONEphesians 4:2 NLT ““Be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other's faults because of your love.”Romans 12:10 NKJV “Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.”3. It takes COMPROMISE1 Corinthians 13:4-5 TLB “….Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, (5) never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way.””4. It takes COURTSHIPProverbs 5:19 NLT “Let your wife be a fountain of blessing for you. Rejoice in the wife of your youth.”Ecclesiastes 9:9 TLB “Live happily with the woman you love through the fleeting days of life, for the wife God gives you is your best reward down here for all your earthly toil.”5. It takes COMMITMENTMalachi 2:6 NLT “For I hate divorce!" says the LORD, the God of Israel. "It is as cruel as putting on a victim's bloodstained coat," says the LORD Almighty. "So guard yourself; always remain loyal to your wife."6. It takes CHRISTPhilippians 4:13 NKJV “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
1 Corinthians 12:31Love Is The More Excellent Way (1 Corinthians 12:31) How Love Distinguishes Itself (1 Corinthians 13:13) 1) Love Appreciates Diversity (1 Corinthians 12:12) 2) Love Is Not Divisive (1 Corinthians 12:25; 26)3) Love Is A Decision (1 Corinthians 14:1)4) Love Is A Doorway Into Spiritual Gifts (1 Corinthians 14:1; 3)
Acts 15:36-40Everyone Yearns For Relationships (Acts 15:36) How To Cultivate The Connections In Your Life 1) Overcome The Immaturity (Acts 15:37-38)2) Have Open And Honest Communication (Acts 15:39-40; Colossians 4:6; 2 Timothy 4:11)3) Understand Your Relational Capacity (Acts 15:41-16:3)
Matthew 6:19-21The Way We Handle Money Says More About Our Character Than Anything Else (Matthew 6:21)How To Master Money1) Establish Your Priorities (Matthew 6:33)2) Do Not Trust In Money (Matthew 6:24; Mark 10:24)3) Give In Secret (Matthew 6:3-4)
1 Corinthians 6:19-203 Phrases For Your Physical Well-Being (1 Corinthians 6:12) 1) I Will Submit My Appetites (1 Corinthians 6:12-13; 9:27) 2) I Serve God With My Body (1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 2 Corinthians 5:10) 3) I Need A Sabbath Rest (Proverbs 23:4)
3 John 2You Are Only As Healthy As Your Soul Is Healthy (3 John 2; 1 Thessalonians 5:23)How To Manage Your Mental Health1) The Ability To Process Pain (Mark 14:32-36)2) The Ability To Perceive Truth (2 Corinthians 10:3-6)3) The Ability To Possess Peace (John 14:27; 26)
Psalms 61:5-8Words That Win1) Daily: Establish A Habit Of Daily Devotions (Palms 61:8)2) Quiet: A Solitary Place With God (Psalms 62:1; 5)3) Time: The Measure Of His Worth (Psalms 62:8)Devoting Yourself To Daily Devotions Will Be Rewarded (Psalms 62:11-12; Galatians 6:7-8)
Jeremiah 29:11-13I Am Grateful For What The Future Holds (Jeremiah 29:11)How To Conquer What Is Coming (Philippians 3:12-16)1) Desire To Achieve All That God Has For You (Philippians 3:12)2) Maturity Under Pressure (Philippians 3:13-15a)3) Develop A Teachable Spirit (Philippians 3:15b-16)
I’m Thankful For The Incarnation (Isaiah 7:14)1) Jesus Became A Man So That We Could Relate With Him (Hebrews 2:17-18)2) The Shepherds Represent The Humanity Of Christ (Luke 2:8-11)
Galatians 4:4-7We Have Been Redeemed From The Law And Adopted Into The Family Of God (Galatians 4:5: Galatians 3:24-25) Why I Appreciate God’s Hand Of Correction 1) Chastening Is An Act Of Charity (Hebrews 12:5-6)2) Chastening Teaches Us To Trust (Hebrews 12:9) 3) Chastening Produces Righteousness (Hebrews 12:10-11) The Blood Of Jesus Will Perfect You (Hebrews 13:20-21)
Acts 7:9How To Find Contentment In Your Clan1) Your Family Can Be A Source Of Disappointment (Acts 7:9a)2) But God Is Able To Restore Broken Families (Acts 7:9b-13)3) Nobody Knows You Like Your Family Knows You (Acts 7:14)4) You Can Leave A Legacy (Acts 7:15-16)
Philippians 1:3-6God Is Working To Perfect You (Philippians 1:6)Why You Should Appreciate Adversity (Philippians 1:12)1) Adversity Propels You Forward (Philippians 1:12) 2) Adversity Is The Evidence That God Is At Work (Philippians 1:13) 3) Adversity Creates Confidence (Philippians 1:14; 15-17)
Genesis 8:221 Timothy 6:6; 8 Thankful For Seasons (Genesis 8:22)(1) Thankful For Seasons Of Work (Galatians 6:9)(2) Thankful For R&R (Psalms 130:5)3) Thankful For God’s Faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23)
Luke 12:54-56We Need To Discern The Times (Luke 12:56)The Parables Of Preparation1) Prepare For Departure (Luke 12:35-36)2) Prepare To Wait (Luke 12:36; 41-43; 45-48)3) Prepare For Passion (Luke 12:51-52)4) Prepare For Reconciliation (Luke 12:58-59)
Luke 21:34-36The Real World Pressure Of The End Times1) A Time Of Persecution (Luke 21:16-17)2) A Time For Patience (Luke 21:18-19)3) A Time Of Perplexity (Luke 21:25-26)It’s Time For You To Be Prepared (Luke 21:28-29, Hosea 9:10, Luke 21:30-31; Luke 21:34-36)
James 5:7-8The Lord Is Coming! Here Are Some Things To Keep In Mind (James 5:7)1) Stay Patient (James 5:7-8)2) Stop Complaining (James 5:9)3) You Must Persevere (James 5:10-11; Revelations 3:10)4) Watch Your Words (James 5:12; James 3:9-10)
Numbers 31:1-34 Strategies Against Strife (Numbers 31:1-2)1) Go On The Offensive (Numbers 31:3-6a)2) You Need To Be Inspired (Numbers 31:6b)3) Remember That We Reap What We Sow (Numbers 31:7-8)4) Ask For Divine Protection (Numbers 31:48-49; 50)
Numbers 21:1-3How To Spot A Bump In The Road And Conquer The King Of The Hill1) The King Of Arad Represents Bondages (Numbers 21:1)2) Sihon King Of The Amorites Represents Hinderances (Numbers 21:21-23; 24b)3) Og King Of Bashan Represents Intimidation (Numbers 21:33-34)4) Balak & Balaam Represents Witchcraft (Numbers 22:2, 4c-5a, 6; 1 Samuel 15:23; Revelation 2:14)
Numbers 13:30-33One Of The Biggest Battles You Will Ever Face Is The Perception You Have About Yourself (Numbers 13:33) (Numbers 14:1-2; 4)How Should You Perceive Yourself?1) As Capable Of Conquering (2 Timothy 1:7 (Philippians 4:13; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 8:17, 37)2) As Loved By God (2 Timothy 1:7) (1 John 4:19; Romans 5:5; Ephesians 2:4)3) With A Sound Mind (2 Timothy 1:7 (Colossians 3:2; Isaiah 26:3; Philippians 4:7)
Exodus 17:8-13An Action Plan Against Amalek (Exodus 17:8)1) Use Your “Rod” (Exodus 17:9; 13)2) Prevail In Prayer (Exodus 17:10-11)3) Take A Seat (Exodus 17:12a)4) Value Your Friendships (Exodus 17:12b)
Ephesians 4:1-6How To Be Conscious Of Your Calling1) You Must Give Up Your Freedom To Embrace His Calling (Ephesians 4:1; 2-3)2) There Is A Redemptive Purpose In Your Calling (Ephesians 4:4-6)3) Accept Your Calling (Ephesians 4:7)
1 Peter 2:19-23Things Christians Are Called To1) Carry Your Cross (1 Peter 2:21)2) Submit To The Will Of God (1 Peter 2:22-23; 3:17; 24)3) Love One Another (1 Peter 3:8-9; 10-12)
1 Corinthians 1:26-31Considering The Call Of God1) The Call Of God Is Personal To You (1 Corinthians 1:26a)2) The Call Of God Has To Be Revealed To You (1 Corinthians 1:26a)3) God Calls Unlikely People (1 Corinthians 1:26-28)4) The Call Of God Demonstrates His Glory (1 Corinthians 1:29-31)
1 Thessalonians 5:19-224 Principles Of Spiritual Perception1) Discernment Needs To Be Exercised (1 Thessalonians 5:14-15)2) Discernment Requires Equilibrium (1 Thessalonians 5:19-21)3) Discernment Demands Examination (1 Thessalonians 5:21)4) Sin Extinguishes Discernment (1 Thessalonians 5:22)
Acts 13:1-3Four Primary Reasons To Fast1) Direction (Acts 13:1-2)2) Consecration (Acts 13:2)3) Protection (Acts 13:6-8)4) Authority (Acts 13:9-12; Matthew 28:18)
Acts 21:7-144 Observations About ‘Prophetic’ Ministry1) It Is Relational (Acts 21:1-4)2) It Can Be Misinterpreted (Acts 21:4)3) It Requires Purity (Acts 21:9-10)4) It Is Confirming (Acts 21:11-14)
Psalms 133:1-3
There Is Something Beautiful About Unity (Psalms 133:1)
Three Avenues Of Agreement
1) Unity Is Refreshing (Psalms 133:2)
2) Unity Is Fruitful (Psalms 133:3a)
3) Unity Demands A Blessing (Psalms 133:3b)
Psalms 103:1-5Five Fringe Benefits1) Forgiveness (Psalms 103:3a; 10-12)2) Healing (Psalms 103:3b)3) Redemption (Psalms 103:4a)4) Goodness & Mercy (Psalms 103:4b; 8)5) Satisfaction (Psalms 103:5; 6)
Psalms 91:1-24 Pinions Of Protection1) The Safety Of God’s Presence (Psalms(begin w/ his truth)3)The intervention of angels – (v.11; 12)4) The favor of God – (v. 15; 16)
Psalms 144:11-15 Four Specific Areas To Begin Our Spiritual Battles1) War For Your FamilyIf You Can Figure Out “Why” You Need To Fight For Your Family, God Will Show You “How” To Fight For Your Family2) War For Your FinancesIf Satan Can Distract You With What You Don’t Have, He Will Keep You From What You Can Have3) War For Your ProtectionWhen You Know That God Wants To Protect You, That Becomes The Leverage You Have Over SatanWhen Satan Throws A Punch, Throw One Back Harder4) War For Your HappinessYou’ll Never Be Happy, By Being A Spiritual Coward
Psalms 84:1-4The Blessedness Of God’s Presence1) The Presence Of God Is Our Reason For Praise (Psalms 84:4; 2, 10; 3)2) The Presence Of God Helps Us Pass Through Valleys (Psalms 84:5-7)3) The Promises Of God Are Found In The Presence Of God (Psalms 84:11-12)
Psalms 51:7-12The Process Of Repentance1) Confrontation (Psalms 51:1)2) Confession (Psalms 51:2-3)3) Correction (Psalms 51:4-5)4) Cleansing (Psalms 51:7; 10)5) Communion With God (Psalms 51:11-12)6) A Contrite Heart (Psalms 51:17)Communion (1 Corinthians 11:27-28)
Psalms 33:10-12What Makes A Nation Great?1) Morality (Psalms 33:12-15)2) Meekness (Psalms 33:16-17)3) The Mercy of God (Psalms 33:18-22)Let's Pray For America
Psalms 23:1-6The Lord Is Your Personal Shepherd (Psalms 23:1) The Perks Of A Personal Shepherd1) Provision (Psalms 23:1)2) Peace (Psalms 23:2-3)3) Protection (Psalms 23:4-5)4) Perpetual Oversight (Psalms 23:6) Isaiah 53:6
Psalm 10:14-18 Sometimes It Appears As Though God Were An Absent Father (Psalm 10:1) The Role Of A Father1) As A Protector (Psalm 10:14; Psalm 68:5)2) As A Provider (Psalm 68:6)3) As A Peacemaker (Psalm 10:16-18)
Psalm 1:1-6Three Questions About The Course Of Your Life1) Whose Counsel Will You Follow? (Psalm 1:1)2) What Do You Take Pleasure In? (Psalm 1:2a)3) Is Your Behavior Consistent? (Psalm 1:.2b)If You Can Answer These Questions, The Blessing Of The Lord Will Overtake You (Psalm 1:3)Psalm 1: 6
CONQUERING CIRCUMSTANCES God Didn’t Make The Circumstances For You, He Made You For The Circumstances Ecclesiastes 11:4 NLT If You Wait For Perfect Conditions, You’ll Never Get Anything Done. Bible Solutions To Conquering Circumstances Before They Conquer You 1) You Must Become A “Boldness Builder” Acts 4:13, 29, 31 NKJV Don’t Let Circumstances Create The Rules For Your Life Hebrews 10:35-36 NKJV 2) You Must Be A “Doubt Killer" Your Mind Won’t Believe Anything Until Your Hearts Says So! Matthew 14:29 NKJV Doubt Reinforces The Circumstance! 3) You Must Be A “Risk Taker” Most Christians Focus On The Risk Rather Than The Results 1 Samuel 14:6b NKJV It’s Better To Be A Lion For A Day Than A Sheep All Your Life
2 Thessalonians 2:13-17God Is Actively At Work In You (2 Thessalonians 2:13-14)How To Stay Steady In A Struggle (2 Thessalonians 2:15)1) Maintain A Work Ethic (2 Thessalonian 3:7-8, 10-12)2) Do Not Overextend Yourself (2 Thessalonians 3:13)3) Choose Your Friends Wisely (2 Thessalonians 3:14-15)4) Follow The Peace Of God (2 Thessalonians 3:16)
2 Thessalonians 2:1-2 Paul Is Providing Eschatological Instruction (2 Thessalonians 2:1-2) Reading Through The Instructions1) Do Not Be Afraid Of The End Times (2 Thessalonians 1c-2)2) Do Not Be Deceived In The End Times (2 Thessalonians 3a; 3b-4; 7-10a)3) The Love Of The Truth Will Guide You Through The End Times (2 Thessalonians 10b; 11-12)
2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 How To Encourage One Another1) Affirm The Afflicted (2 Thessalonians 1:3-4)2) Point To The Promises Of God (2 Thessalonians 1:7-10)3) Pray For Spiritual Strength (2 Thessalonians 1:11-12) Luke 22:42
Luke 7:11-15 God's Compassion For Moms1) Compassion Is The Ability To Identify Pain (Luke 7:11-13)2) Compassion Is Comforting (Luke 7:13-14)3) Compassion Is Restorative (Luke 7:14-15)
Exodus 20:1-5 4 Tests For The Throne Of Your Heart1) Test Of Money (Matthew 6:21)2) Test Of Priorities (Matthew 22:37-39)3) Test Of People (Ephesians 4:31-5:4)4) Test Of Pride (Genesis 2:16-17)
Psalms 30:4-5 Even God Can Become Angry - Psalms 30:5 Becoming Aware Of Animosity 1) Not All Anger Is Sinful (Ephesians 4:26)2) Anger Creates Opportunities For The Devil (Ephesians 4:27; 28)3) Anger Is Expressed Through Words (Ephesians 4:29-31)4) When You Are Angry, Extend Grace (Ephesians 4:32)
Jesus Experienced Joy (Luke 10:21)How To Process The Joy Of The Lord1) Love Is The Source Of Our Joy (John 15:9-11)2) We Must Fight To Keep Our Joy (John 16:32-33; Hebrews 12:1)3) Joy Allows Us To Focus On The Future (Hebrews 12:2)
John 20:11-15aSeven First Statements Of Christ from John’s Gospel 1) “Woman, Why Are You Weeping? Whom Are You Seeking?” (John 20:15a)2) “Mary” (John 20:16)3) “Do Not Cling To Me, For I Have Not Yet Ascended To My Father; But Go To My Brethren And Say To Them, ‘I Am Ascending To My Father And Your Father, And To My God And Your God.’” (John 20:17)4) “Peace Be With You.” (John 19-20)5) “As The Father Has Sent Me, I Also Send You. Receive The Holy Spirit. If You Forgive The Sins Of Any, They Are Forgiven Them; If You Retain The Sins Of Any, They Are Retained.” (John 20:21-23)6) “Reach Your Finger Here, And Look At My Hands; And Reach Your Hand Here, And Put It Into My Side. Do Not Be Unbelieving, But Believing.” (John 20:26-28)7) “Thomas, Because You Have Seen Me, You Have Believed. Blessed Are Those Who Have Not Seen And Yet Have Believed.” (John 20:29)
Luke 23:33-34 The Seven Last Sayings Of Jesus 1) “Father, Forgive Them, For They Know Not What They Do” (Luke 23:33-34)2) “Today You Will Be With Me In Paradise” (Luke 23:43)3) “Behold Your Son: Behold Your Mother” (John 19:26-27)4) “My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?” (Mark 15:33-34)5) “I Thirst” (John 19:28; 29)6) “It Is Finished” (John 19:30)7) “Father, Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit” (Luke 23:46) What Needs To Be Said To You?
John 6:35 7 Statements From The Life of Christ1) “I Am The Bread Of Life” (John 6:35)2) “I Am The Light Of The World” (John 8:12)3) “I Am The Door Of The Sheep” (John10:7)4) “I Am The Good Shepherd” (John 10:11)5) “I Am The Resurrection And The Life” (John 11:25)6) “I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life” (John 14:6)7) “I Am The True Vine” (John 15:1) Who Is He To You?
John 2:1-11Seven Signs In John’s Gospel1) The Sign Of The Wine: Stay On Mission (John 2:11)2) Healing The Nobleman’s Son: Take Him At His Word (John 4:52-54)3) Healing The Blind Man At The Pool Of Bethesda: Grace Is Greater The Law (John 5:5-10)4) Feeding The Five Thousand: He Will Provide For You (John 6:11-12)5) Walking On Water: He Will Protect You (John 6:18-20; 21)6) Healing The Man Born Blind: Spiritual Sight (John 9:39-41)7) The Resurrection Of Lazarus: Power Over Death (John 11:40-44; 47)
Mark 1:35-39 Seven Highly Effective Habits 1) A Prayer Life (Mark 1:35)2) Relational Discipleship (Mark 1:36-37)3) Evangelism (Mark 1:38-39)4) Compassion (Mark 1:40-42)5) Spiritual Gifts (Mark 2:8)6) Holiness (Mark 7:20-23)7) Stewardship (Mark 12:13-17)
Genesis 2:18; 21-24Family Under Siege1) Structurally (Genesis 3:1b-3; 1:26-27)2) Relationally (Genesis 3:7 -8)3) Generationally (Genesis 4:3-5)
1 Peter 2:4-5; 9-10 The Priesthood Is A Type Of The Church (1 Peter 2:9) 3 Ways We Can Safeguard Our Siblings1) Protect The Presence of God (Numbers 1:47-50)2) Protect Our Unity (Numbers 1:51)3) Protect Our Relationships (Numbers 1:52-53) The Blood Of Jesus Is Our Protection – (Num. 14:9)
1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 Love Is An Intuition (1 Thessalonians 4:9) How To Take Your Love For One Another To The Next Level1) Recognize That Love Has Growth Potential (1 Thessalonians 4:10; 3:12)2) Realize That Love Is Not Ambitious (1 Thessalonians 4:11)3) Remember That Love Is Influential (1 Thessalonians 4:12)
Exodus 13:17-22 The Will Of God Is Not Always Easy To Follow (Exodus 13:17)The Will Of God Produces Order (Exodus 13:18) 3 Ways To Know God’s Will1) Know His Word (Exodus 13:19)2) Waiting On The Lord (Exodus 13:20)3) An Inward Witness (Exodus 13:21-22)
John 1:12-13 John 1:13 The Will Of God Is To Lead You By His Spirit – Romans 8:14-17a 4 Places The Holy Spirit Will Lead You1) He Will Lead You Through Difficulty – Isaiah 43:1b-22) He Will Lead You Beside The Still Waters – Psalms 23:1-23) He Will Lead You To Love One Another – Galatians 5:18, 22-234) He Will Lead You Into Truth – John 16:13 Where Do You Need To Go?
Mark 12:41-44 The Way We Handle Money May Seem Like A Small Thing, But It Has a Big Payday Three Observations About Money1) Opposite The Treasury: The Lord Sees How We Handle Money (Mark 12:41-44)2) Opposite The Temple: Money Is Not Permanent (Mark 13:3-4) 3) Opposite The Table: Judas Betrayed Jesus Over Money (Mark 14:18) Communion Is The Symbol Of Our Covenant With God (Mark 14:24)
Galatians 6:6-10 You Reap What You Sow – Galatians 6:7 Righteous Rules Of Order1) Play By The House Rules – Galatians 6:82) Bend The Rules – Galatians 6:93) Follow The Golden Rule – Galatians 6:10
Proverbs 30:24Little Things In Life Pay The Biggest Dividends (Proverbs 30:24)Holy Habits: 3 Keys For Keeping Calm In 20211) Have Daily Devotions (Daniel 6:10)2) Find A Quiet Place (Mark 6:30-32)3) Spend Time With God (Mark 6:31) God Will Multiply The Little That You Have When You Give It To Him – (Mark 6:38; 41-43)
Romans 11:29-33
When God Calls You, He Qualifies You (Romans 11:29) Qualities Of The Called1) Surrender Your Life (Romans 12:1)2) Renew Your Mind (Romans 12:2)3) Use Your Gifts (Romans 12:3-6, ending with let us use them)
Jesus Is Described As Indescribable (2 Corinthians 9:15)If You Could See Jesus, What Would You See? (2 Peter 1:16-18)1) His Majesty2) The Glory Of God3) His Sinless PerfectionWhen You Hear His Word, Truth Rises In Your Heart (2 Peter 1:19)
John 4:7-10 Jesus Is The Greatest Gift (John 4:10) A Gift That Keeps On Giving (1 Corinthians 1:30)1) Jesus Is My Wisdom2) Jesus Is My Righteousness3) Jesus Is My Sanctification4) Jesus Is My Redemption
Ephesians 3:7-8 Grace Is What Enables You To Fulfill Your Calling (Ephesians 3:7-8) How Grace Works1) Ability: A God Given Skill Set (Exodus 35:30-33)2) Acceleration: An Impartation From Another (Exodus 35:34, 36:2)3) Abundance: More Than Enough (Exodus 36:3-5)
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Time Is A Precious Gift (Ecclesiastes 3:1) How To Tweak Time (Ephesians 5:15-16)1) Know The Will Of God (Ephesians 5:17)2) Discern How To Treat People (Ephesians 5:21, 33)3) Recognize The Battle (Ephesians 6:11-13)
Revelations 20:11-12a; 15Open Book Test – The Final Exam1) The Book Of Life (Revelations 20:12-13)2) The Book Of Works (And Deeds) (Malachi 3:16-18; 4:1)3) The Book Of Remembrance
PSALMS 17:1-3 GOD IS ACTIVELY TESTING YOU (PSALMS 17:3A) THE AVENUES OF ADAPTAVLILITY1) CHANGE YOUR CONFESSIONT (PSALMS 17:3-4)2) MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE (PSALMS 17:5)3) HIDE YOURSELF (IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD) (PSALMS 17:8-9; 2)4) HOPE IN GOD (PSALMS 17:15)
Hebrews 10:15We Have A Covenant Relationship With God (Hebrews 10:15)The Tone Of The Testament1) We Have Access To The Throne (Hebrews 10:19-21)2) We Have Assurance (Hebrews 10:22-23)3) We Have To Consider One Another (Hebrews 10:24-25)Our Covenant Is written In Red (Hebrews 10:19)
Luke 5:12-16God Can Turn Your Test Into A Testimony (Luke 5:12-14)An Acid Test: 3 Ingredients For The Exam 1) Aptitude (Luke 5:13)2) Attitude (Luke 5:15)3) Appeals (Luke 5:16)
Jeremiah 32:32-332 Cultural Questions 1) Where Do Societal Problems Come From? Jeremiah 32:32 From Corrupt Politicians From Fearful Pastors From False Prophets From A Lack Of Father Figures2) How Does God Change The Culture?1 Peter 4:17 Cleansing And Glory Are Coming To The House Of God Are You Ready For Fire?
Ezekiel 16:1-82 Things That Matter Immensely To God1) The Sanctity Of Marriage (Ezekiel 16:8)2) The Sanctity Of Life (Ezekiel 16:20-21)You Were Struggling In Your Blood When The Lord Saved You (Ezekiel 16:22, 9)
1 Peter 3:8-9 Unlearned And Unstable People Twist The Scriptures(Deuteronomy 7:1-3)Regarding Racism & What To Do About It1) Honor (1 Peter 3:7)2) Unity (1 Peter 3:8)3) Blessing (1 Peter 3:9)
Acts 5:22-29They Did Not Want To Hear The Gospel Message (Acts 5:2)Wisdom For Witnessing: Five Rules For Radicals1) Witnessing Is An Obligation (Acts 5:29)2) The Gospel Is Confrontational (Acts 5:30)3) The Holy Spirit Will Empower You (Acts 5:32)4) Joy Will Strengthen Your Witness (Acts 5:41)5) Never Stop Sharing Your Faith (Acts 5:42)
John 14:1-4You can trust God in uncertain times (John 14:1) Affidavits Of The Afterlife 1) There Is A Place Prepared For You In Heaven(John 14: 2)2) There Is Something Deeply Personal About Heaven(John 14:3)3) There Is One Pathway Into Heaven (John 14:4-6)4) There Is Still Work For Us To Do (John 14:12)
Hebrews 9:11-15 Jesus Accomplished “Good Things” For His People (Hebrews 9:11) The Eternal Endeavor:Three Ageless Aspects Of Christ’s Work1) Eternal Redemption (Hebrews 9:11-12)2) The Eternal Spirit (Hebrews 9:13-14)3) An Eternal Inheritance (Hebrews 9:15)
Ecclesiastes 3:114 Things That Will Last Forever Souls Are Eternal – Daniel 12:2-3Pure Motives Last Eternally – 1 Corinthians 4:5Genuine Faith Is Eternal – 1 Peter 1:7Love Is Eternal – Jude 1:21The Gospel Is A Limited Time Offer
Acts 6:1-7Symptoms Of The Spirit You Are Full Of Wisdom – (Acts 6:3)You Are Full Of Faith – (Acts 6:5)You Are Full Of Power – (Acts 6:8)You Are Full Of Boldness – (Acts 7:54-58)Do You Have Any Active Symptoms?
John 12:27-28John 12:274 Slices Of The Pie1) The purpose of God for your life – (John 12:27-28)2) A Greater Perspective – (John 12:28)3) Patience In Trying Times – (John 12:30-31; 35)4) Protection From Your Adversary – (John 12:36)Communion Is A Personal Meal - (1 Corinthians 11:28)
Proverbs 28:19
Four Things Must Fall Away To Launch
1) Old Thinking Has To Fall Away (Isaiah 55:8-9)
2) The Fear Of Failure Has To Fall Away (Proverbs 24:16)
3) The Chains Of Your Past Must Fall Away (Philippians 3:13-14)
4) The Chains Of Mediocrity Must Fall Away (Revelation 3:16)
Romans 6:15-18
Three Dimensions Of Deliverance
Deliverance From Sin – (Romans 6:17-18)
Deliverance From The Law – (Romans 7:6)
Deliverance From Death – (Romans 8:18-23; 25)
1 Peter 2:21-24
1 Peter 2:24
THREE DIMENSIONS OF HEALING
1 Thessalonians 5:23
Atonement For The Body – Isaiah 53:5
Atonement For The Soul – Isaiah 53:3
Atonement For The Spirit – Isaiah 53:10
Five Facts About Your Salvation
1) Your Salvation Is A Miracle (Hebrews 2;3)
2) Jesus Is The One Who Made Your Salvation Possible (Hebrews 2:10)
3) Your Salvation Is Eternal (Hebrews 5:9)
4) The Evidence Of Your Salvation Is Perseverance And Love (Hebrews 6:9-10)
5) Salvation Will Be Completed At Christ’s Return (Hebrews 9:28)
Numbers 9:15-23
How The Cloud Directed Israel
The Inner Witness – (Numbers 9:15-17)
The Inward Voice – (Numbers 9:18)
Dreams And Visions – (Numbers 9:23 & Numbers 12:6)
The Prophet (Prophecy) – (Numbers 12:7-8)
Questions and Answers about praying in the spirit –
Q) What is prayer in the Spirit? – (Eph. 6:18)
A) It is prayer that is from your spirit, directed by the Spirit, that produces the purposes of God
Q) How can you pray in the spirit? – (Eph. 6:18)
A) With watchfulness and perseverance
Q) Why should you pray in the spirit? – (Eph. 6:19-20; Jude 1:20)
A) Because it accomplishes results in the spirit world
Are you praying in the spirit?
Three Themes Of Spiritual Warfare1) Strategy (2 Samuel 3:1)2) Weaponry (2 Samuel 3:9-10)3) Protection (2 Samuel 3:31; 1 Timothy 1:18-20)
Daniel 10:12-14
3 Strongholds Of Demonic Power
Nations (Daniel 10:13)
Cities (Revelations 2:12-13)
Individuals (Acts 16:16-18)
Your Response To Demonic Opposition
Use The Authority That God Has Given You (1 Peter 5:8-9)
Communion (1 Peter 5:10)
Malachi 4:5-6
Fatherhood Is A Heart Connection – Malachi 4:6
5 Pieces Of Equipment For A Lifelong Project
A Solar Panel: Emotional Bandwidth – 1 Thessalonians 2:9
A Spatula: Character Development – 1 Thessalonians 2:10
A Fire Iron: Listening – 1 Thessalonians 2:11
A Compass: Providing Direction – 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
A Swiss Army Knife: An Example – 1 Thessalonians 4:1
Practical Ways To Be Positive In A Negative World
1) Your Attitude Defines The Negative Or The Positive
2) Break The Status Quo
3) Conquer The Temptation To Give Up
4) Give Yourself A Face Lift
5) Say Goodbye To Your Past
6) Know Where The Negative Thoughts Come From
Psalms 32:1-2
How To Build Trust
Trust Begins With Honesty – (v.1-5)
Trust Is The “Secret Place” Of A Relationship – (v.6-7)
Trust Ensures Guidance – (v.8-9)
Trust Produces Joy – (v.10-11)
Checklist For Communication
Philemon 1:4-7 ESV
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Check the way you communicate
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Check your role
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Philemon 1:9-10
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Check their heart
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Philemon 1:12-16
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Philemon 1:18