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“The Harvest” in John 4:34-38 is a chapter of surprises. The woman at the well surprised that Jesus spoke to her. The woman surprised at all Jesus knew about her. The people in the city surprised at the testimony of the woman even the disciples were surprised that Jesus was not hungry. Surprises Jesus announced concerning a Great Harvest. A great harvest of souls is ready. Good pay is offered to reapers. Today I want to share what every believer needs to know about the Harvest!
“Why the Manger Instead of a Mansion?” Todays message from Luke 2:7. There night of miracles was unfolding. First the taxing was a miracle, then the trip to Bethlehem was another miracle (Micah 5:2). We can’t forget the timing of the birth was yet another miracle (Gal. 4:4-5).
Now we have the miracle and the manger “Jesus”. Have you wondered why Christ was laid in a manger? Why not a mansion? Today we will examine this and we pray your answers will be answered.
Today’s message “Mary’s Discoveries” found in Luke 1:26-38. We see from Malachi to Matthew some 300 years that it was a quiet time. Then a flurry of Angelic activity. The world enters a time of swift prophetic fulfillment. The appearance of Gabriel to Mary. This take place in Galilee, in the city of Nazareth (v.26) “And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,” Mary is a virgin awaiting her marriage to Joseph (v.27) To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. What Mary discovered in this encounter with the Angel. I pray this message will move your heart closer to His.
“Free At Last” In Mark 5:1-20 we read about a demon-possessed man who made his home in the cemetery. It all takes place when Jesus and His disciples leave the multitude cross the Sea of Galilee. While crossing the Sea of Galilee (4:35-41). There came a great storm; and of course the disciples were unsure of their fait as being fishermen they knew a storm like this could take their very lives. Jesus then speaks to the storm. “Peace Be Still” (4:39) …the amazement of those in the ship crossing over when the storm came “Not uncommon” the amazing was Jesus speaking to the wind and waves…and they did as He said! Once they reached the other shore they Met the demon-possessed man of gadarenes. Now meeting the demon-possessed man of Gadarenes.
It is not far from peace to problems…Amen…life is a roller coaster many ups and downs, twists, and turns…and when its over your head is spinning. The storm prepared them form this encounter…you know the storms you face from time to time prepare you for encounters you have yet to go through…
I trust todays message will encourage you in your storm.
“Feeding Hungry People” we find in John 6:1-14 A miracles to the multitude.
Many followed Jesus to see His miracles. People especially moved by His power to heal. The importance of taking time away from the crowd. A questions arose when the crowd approached again. Where can we buy food for all these people?
How shall we feed this hungry crowd? When facing problems, remember His power. Problems come to all no one excluded. Little is much when given to Jesus. Andrew finds a boy. Some focus on problems; while others find people with solutions. We must be willing to obey before we are ready to Blessed “Make the men sit down”. How humbling this sitting and waiting. Nothing disorganized about Jesus.
In Mark 3:1-6 Jesus tells us about a man with a withered hand.
Before this we see Jesus disciples picking corn on the Sabbath. Mark 2:23-28. We see the criticism by the Pharisees because this was wrong in their eyes see no one was to any kind of work on the Sabbath. The scripture tells us Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath. Now its on to the Synagogue to make the message plain. There Jesus will meet and heal a troubled man and He will do so in spite of the consequences to Himself. You see Jesus has many lessons for us the unique thing is Jesus has gone through things we are going through now.
David the Psalmist in Psalm 92:1 says; (A Psalm or Song for the sabbath day.) It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: Many calls to praise in the Psalms. It is full of invitations to join praise: The superiority of praise. You will find it better to praise than panic, we even find its better to praise than be to pessimistic and better to praise than to be problem-conscious. Todays message we will examine these calls to praise.
Paul talks about Communion in 1 Corinthians 11:23-34. What Communion is all about. The first Communion service in 1 Corinthians (verses.23-25). Sharing bread and fruit of the vine,
Bread: symbol of His body, Fruit of the vine: symbol of His blood. I want you to know what Communion is not. It is not a means of salvation, It is not a meaningless formal ceremony. The Lord’s Table: A place to leave some useless things. Ask yourself what do you need to leave with the Lord.
In Acts 11:19-26 Paul shares all about believers receiving a New Name: Christians. It began at Antioch, a Greek city. How did it happen? …this is what I want us to look at and explore how this fits into our lives …Now many of you have seen the insurance commercial where the man says there are the three P’s: Price, Price, and Price. Four Words Tell The Story and like the insurance commercial that all start with you guessed it the P’s…Persecution…Preaching…Power…Proof. We Have to Follow This Trail of P’s to the Truth. I trust this message will encourage you in your walk as a believer
Todays message: Help for afflicted people we see in Exodus 3:1-12 one of the greatest miracle in the Old Testament. The deliverance of Israel from Egypt. Accomplished by the blood of the passover lambs. It all pictures the coming Lamb of God. We see here also in Exodus God calls Moses for this task. The burning bush is not consumed. Speaks of our eternal self-sufficient God. Moses is afraid. God comforts Moses concerning His people.
Today our message comes from Luke 21:25-33. Praise God What a Time to Be Alive! A time of fulfilled prophecy, A time of expectation, A time of open doors for the sharing of the Gospel. But there is another view of this time: Fear is an epidemic (v.26) Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. Fragile marriage relationships (17:26-27) And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and the flood came, and destroyed them all.
Falling moral standards (17:28-29) Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded; But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all. Full heads but restless hearts (Dan 12:4) But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased. How Does One Cope in Such A Time? I pray today’s message will help you to cope in these last days.
“A Little While” our message today comes from Hebrews 10:32-37. Encouragement for suffering people. He had been persecuted (v.32) But call to remembrance the former days, in which, after ye were illuminated, ye endured a great fight of afflictions. He had been Reproached and afflicted (v.33) Partly, whilst ye were made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, whilst ye became companions of them that were so used. They lost their earthly possessions (v.34) For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance. They were tempted to give up (vv.35-36). Good News: Someone’s Coming (v.37).
In today’s message it comes from John 6:1-14. The miracle described by all four gospel writers. The great discourse on the bread of life. The lessons: “I am the bread of life” Three are people mentioned in connection with this miracle. Phillip…Andrew…the boy who gave his lunch. Lessons from their lives and words for us today.
We see in Hebrews 11:8-10 and Genesis 12:1-3 The Three Blessings. Genesis 1: Beginning with Adam, Genesis 6-7: Beginning with Noah, and Genesis 12: beginning with Abram.
When the world rebels, God deals with one man. The Tower of Babel you see out of the confusion comes a call. God will give birth to the nation of Israel through Abram. There are many lessons here for individuals and for any nation longing for God’s blessings.
Todays message comes out of the book of Daniel 3. Daniel…Book of prophecy and people. An outline of the ages, views of the end times. The triumphal entry. The cross…the destruction of Jerusalem. The antichrist…the tribulation…end-time rulers. But it is also a book of people. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The trials and triumphs of men of faith. Three men who are tried by fire. The great image. Bow or Burn. They refused to bow…but yet they did not burn …this is a passage of scripture the Holy Spirit has given me many times to use but seems always with a different angle…and that is the same this week… My prayer is you will be blessed.
Todays message comes out of the book of Daniel 3. Daniel…Book of prophecy and people. An outline of the ages, views of the end times. The triumphal entry. The cross…the destruction of Jerusalem. The antichrist…the tribulation…end-time rulers. But it is also a book of people. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The trials and triumphs of men of faith. Three men who are tried by fire. The great image. Bow or Burn. They refused to bow…but yet they did not burn …this is a passage of scripture the Holy Spirit has given me many times to use but seems always with a different angle…and that is the same this week… My prayer is you will be blessed.
Todays message comes out of the book of Daniel 3. Daniel…Book of prophecy and people. An outline of the ages, views of the end times. The triumphal entry. The cross…the destruction of Jerusalem. The antichrist…the tribulation…end-time rulers. But it is also a book of people. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The trials and triumphs of men of faith. Three men who are tried by fire. The great image. Bow or Burn. They refused to bow…but yet they did not burn …this is a passage of scripture the Holy Spirit has given me many times to use but seems always with a different angle…and that is the same this week… My prayer is you will be blessed.
These people aren’t always who you expect. We often think of people who are valuable are people who are of high positions like a president, congressmen, banker, or even a famous person. Today our message come from Acts 4:12-14. The Priests and their evaluation of Peter and John they called them ignorant and unlearned. They would do more to change the world than all in Jerusalem. Thirteen men who changed the world. One doctor, one intellectual, and the rest unlettered. Look at a map of the world and see the impact of their lives. Today we will see why they were the most valuable men in town.
“The Word Of Assurance” todays message come to us from Luke 23:44-46. The seventh word from the cross, begins like the first: “Father”. The first on behalf of others, this one a personal word of His own. Lessons from the Lord’s last word.We can all have a personal relationship with our heavenly Father. We come into this personal relationship through childlike faith. We can have absolute assurance about life after physical death. I invite you to come in faith to the One who died for you. Become a child of the heavenly Father and experience His peace in the most trying of life’s situations.
They Watched Him There. Today’s message comes out of Matthew 27: 36 “And sitting down they watched him there; We havestudies in the passion and power of our Lord. The cross through Easter. This intense hour: Christ’s last words, last looks. Moving ever toward the cross. The Passover, the Lord’s table, betrayal. The mock trial. Pilate: “Behold the man”. Account of the crucifixion (Matt. 27:27-36). The soldiers at the cross. They watched complacently in the hour of the crucifixion. They watched calmly in the hour of the world’s greatest crisis. The watched carelessly in the hour of God’s greatest example of caring.
Today’s message “Jesus Identified With Sinners” is found in Matthew 27:46. The first three words from the cross. “Father forgive them” Shows His pity for men. “Today, thou shall be with me.” This shows His power to save, and three “Woman behold thy son.” Shows His provision for those He loved. The difficult Word: “God forsaken of God, who can understand that?” This is the word that identifies Jesus with sinners. One Jesus Identifies With The Sinner’s Darkness (v.45) Two Jesus Identifies With The Sinner’s Uncertainty (v.46) Three Jesus Identifies With The Sinner’s Separation From God (v.46) It is not necessary for you to continue in darkness and uncertainty. The most important question you must ask yourself “Do I Identify with Him? If you turn from sin and turn to Christ and trust Him as your Savior, you in fact can have A Blessed Life!
Today’s message “Three Crosses on Calvary’s Hill” found inLuke 23:33-43. I believe there are three great incentives to live for Christ. 1. The Holiness of our God (Isa. 6), 2. The return of Christ (1 Jn. 2:28), and The cross: The greatest demonstration of His holiness and love. But let us look to Calvary. Jesus dying there with two thieves: one on either side. One dying for sin. One dying in sin. One dying sin. We know two were completely guilty. One completely innocent. Two paying their debt to society. One paying OUR debt to sin. Our prayer is that today’s message will give you the hope and assurance the Jesus Loves You.
Found inLuke 23:33-43. I believe there are three great incentives to live for Christ. 1. The Holiness of our God (Isa. 6), 2. The return of Christ (1 Jn. 2:28), and The cross: The greatest demonstration of His holiness and love. But let us look to Calvary. Jesus dying there with two thieves: one on either side. One dying for sin. One dying in sin. One dying sin. We know two were completely guilty. One completely innocent. Two paying their debt to society. One paying OUR debt to sin. Our prayer is that today’s message will give you the hope and assurance the Jesus Loves You.
In Luke 15:25-32 we see a great life lesson. The prodigal’s return, the glad scene. The father running to meet the prodigal.
The joy over the returning one. The man who missed out on the blessing. The elder brother returns from the field.nHe refuses to enter into the joy and therefore misses out. What caused the elder brother to miss the joy of this occasion. One the sin of a negative, critical, grumbling spirit, Two the sin of an offended spirit, and three the sin of a compassionless heart. The elder brother was neglected because our sins are revealed through studying him. Do you see yourself in this wayward son?
Confess those “respectable sins” and know the joy of the Lord again.
Our text today comes from 1 Peter 4:12-19. Suffering is an unpopular subject. Salvation is more pleasant than suffering. Heaven is more pleasant than heartache. But suffering is a real part of life. Every hospital lets us know how real suffering is.
Screaming sirens each time we hear them reminds us of how real suffering is. Not only the physical but the mental anguish is seen in suffering. Christians also have trials.
In Hebrews 11:1-6 We see a very important word in that all believers should be living by. “Faith” An Important Word In The Bible in Ephesians 2:8-9: Paul says “We are saved by faith in Christ” and in Romans 5:1: Paul says “We are justified by faith in Christ” The Word of God describes Faith as… Reliance, loyalty, or complete trusting God; a system of religious beliefs. The dictionary describes “Faith”: as Complete trust or confidence in someone or something. Or strong belief in God or in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual apprehension rather than proof. Faith is first mentioned in (Deuteronomy. 32:20) When Moses said: “And he said, I will hide my face from them, I will see that their end shall be: for they are a very forward generation, children in whom is no faith.” …the last place mentioned is (Revelation 14:12)Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.But Faith Defined: The Assurance of things hoped for. The conviction of their reality. Believing God to the point of action. How Faith Affects Our Lives?
Todays text is found in Romans 6:11-13. The Bible: not only theological but also practical. To obey its message will not only change you position before God but also your practice before men… Not only will it change your record in heaven, but also your reputation before men… Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?(Rom 6:1). Now saved and secure, so shall we live in sin? Oh! Let it never be thought! Surrender … “To God”. Knowing you died with Christ. That you are alive to God through him.
Our text today can be found in Luke 2:7 . “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger, because there was “No Room” for them in the inn.” A familiar text often used for sermons at Christmas. Yet we generally see but the surface. What “No Room for Them in the Inn” Really? Think about this for a moment. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the business of Bethlehem. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the homes of Bethlehem. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the social life of Bethlehem. How perfectly this text fits our lives today.
I hope you will make “Room” in your homes but most of all your Hearts!
Our text today can be found in Luke 2:7 . “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger, because there was “No Room” for them in the inn.” A familiar text often used for sermons at Christmas. Yet we generally see but the surface. What “No Room for Them in the Inn” Really? Think about this for a moment. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the business of Bethlehem. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the homes of Bethlehem. There was “No Room” for Jesus in the social life of Bethlehem. How perfectly this text fits our lives today.
I hope you will make “Room” in your homes but most of all your Hearts!
Today our message comes from Luke 1:5-17. “Burden Lifting Day”
God’s Prophetic Plan is Always on Schedule. Some periods seem to witness a faster pace of fulfillment. Examples of seemingly slow times in scripture are: Israel in captivity 400 years, The 400 years of silence. And there also examples of swift fulfillment: The deliverance from Egypt, The time of the birth of Christ, and This present time. Then we see the Curtains open for the preparation for the birth of Christ. This preparation begins by the announcement of another birth, John the son of Zacharias and Elizabeth. Zacharias was a priest and Elisabeth of the line of Aaron. Today we look at the burden in their lives. Then we will as
burden-lifting day arrived. When their burden was lifted, the blessings were far greater that what they expected. My question to you is what is your burden? Your area of defeat? Your need? You need to know God will meet your need today.
In 1 Timothy 6:6-11 we are taught that getting back to the basics in the church is vitally important. There is the importance of prayer. The importance of loving one another. The importance of loving souls. But most the importance of living each day in the light of His coming.
Paul’s call for a return to basics in daily living. We ofter think of success in the eyes of the world you know Fame, wealth ect…
But True success… “loving the Lord thy God with all thine heart, soul, and mind.” There are four things I want to review in getting back to basics in the Christian life: Godliness (v.6), Contentment, Understanding (vv.9-10), and Goals (v.11).
The Psalmist David tells us in Psalm 28:6-7 “Blessed be the LORD, because he hath heard the voice of my supplications. The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.” So who do you know who has not prayed in times of trouble? Praying in crises is as natural as breathing …believe it or not even those who are not believers when they are in the mist of a crises will pray, not always but yes even they realize there is a higher power than themselves. Praising God for answers is another matter. It seems after the storm, we often forget who rescued us. When the answers come, we may forget to give thanks to the One who gave us the answer. The Psalmist raised his voice in grateful praise. He is a good example to us all…as the Psalmist raised his voice in grateful praise we ought to also raise our voice
Todays message will help us consider his reason for thankfulness.
In Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Jesus gives the meaning of this parable. In fact, all parables in this chapter teach us about God and His kingdom. They explain what the kingdom is really like as opposed to our expectations of it. The Kingdom of Heaven is not a geographic location, but a spiritual realm where God rules and where we share in His eternal life. In this message, we will look at three things: One, the Lord and His eternal purpose, two
the sinner and His eternal perdition, and the Christian and the eternal prize.
Ecclesiastes 2 Solomon gives us a look into our life. On a Graduation Card: “Welcome to the Rat Race”. The right expression to describe today’s hurried pace. Why This Busy Pace in Our Day. One: To maintain this thing we call standard of living, and Two: The search for the meaning of life. The man in the Rat Race long ago: Solomon. I want us to look at three things in this massage: The Rat Race, How to Know If You Are in the Rat Race, and How to Get Out of the Rat Race and Into the Right Race. I trust this message will help you move forward in the Lord Jesus.
In 2 Kings 5: 1-14 we are told of a mighty worrier a Captain a man with a passion for power. But was a man who had a great problem called “Leprosy” it would be like having aids today. There is a reason for this recording in the scriptures and that is I believe we are trying so hard to do things our own way instead looking at the avenues Jesus has for us to take. I pray this message will move you in the direction God has for you and you will allow yourself to let Him be your soul director.
In John 11:38-44 Jesus brings Lazarus back to life. The wonderful tenth chapter of John. What a background for this Scripture. The stoning incident and Jesus’ departure for another place. The success and revival there. The call to come to the aide of Lazarus. Jesus responds despite the danger. The resurrection of Lazarus. A picture of the salvation of any sinner. Dead in sin; through salvation made spiritually alive. See then the lesson for us: The Responsibility of the disciples in bringing life. (Remove the stone). The resurrection Itself Was Entirely by the Power of God. The great miracle Lazarus dead for four days. The release of Lazarus was done by the disciples. Alive but bound …Alive by the very calling of Jesus “Lazarus come forth” …death had to obey the voice of creation. The stone had to be rolled away for Lazarus to be freed. Todays message will help to expose the stone that is blocking your relationship with Jesus.
1 Peter 5:7 “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you”. A great scripture for troubled people. You are in this verse. Your cares are in this verse. Jesus is in this verse. But what are the cares that trouble people? What makes people afraid to face life and their problems?
Fears concerning those we love, fears concerning health, fears concerning financial security. The fear of people. The fear of failure and of success. The fear of death, which involves the fear of eternity.
There is a lot of people living in all kinds of fear. I hope today that this message will move you from fear to victory.
In Philippians 1:6 Paul says (Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: The Book of Philippians. A book of peace (Phil. 4:7) And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. …God’s peace is different from the world’s peace. It is not found in positive thinking, in absence of conflict, or in good feelings. You see real peace comes from knowing that because God is in control, our citizenship Christ’s Kingdom is sure, our destiny is set, and our victory over sin is certain. Christ provides the strength (Phil. 4:13) I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. …Paul was content because he could see life from God’s point of view. He focused on what he was supposed to do, not what he felt he should have. He had his priorities straight and was grateful for everything God has given him. He had detached himself from the nonessentials so that he could concentrate on the eternal.
Often the desirer more or better possessions is really a longing to fill an empty space one’s life. To what are you drawn when you feel empty inside? How can you find true contentment? The answer lies in your perspective, your priorities, and your source of power.
Introduction to the Book. Written about ten years after Paul’s first visit.
From a prison cell with the shadow of death hanging over him. Philippi: chief city of Macedonia, named after King Philip, father of Alexander the Great. Fertile soil, gold and silver mines, on the route to Asia.
In 1 Corinthians 15:26 Paul writes this under the direction of the Holy Spirit. “The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death.” Man Was Created to Live. In Gen. 2:7 Man became a living soul …And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. He was created for unbroken fellowship with God. Death came because of Sin. This was the one restriction in a perfect place. Gen. 3:3 But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die. Disobedience brought death. Romans 5:12-14 Paul tells us: “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: (For until the law sin was in the world: but sin is not imputed when there is no law. Nevertheless, death reigned from Adam to Moses, even over them that had not sinned after the similitude of Adam's transgression, who is the figure of him that was to come.” We are all designed to worship Jesus and He alone. The enemy was defeated at the cross and believe it or not he is still defeated today!
A great question for us all to ask ourselves this morning is: Do I practice faith? Is my faith in action? Today's message comes to us from Hebrews 11:23-29. The Chapter of Faith …When you read all of Hebrews chapter 11 you can understand why it is called a chapter of faith. One we see God’s march of mighty men and women. Faith is the assurance of things hoped for-the conviction of their reality. Moses: Most Like Us in His Struggles. We find not many called upon to build an ark (Noah).
We find we won’t have to hide spies on your roof (Rahab). We surely don’t see God starting a nation with you like he did (Abraham). But the choices made by Moses are real to all of us as we see how important faith is to all of us.
Today’s message comes from Isaiah chapter 6. Here Isaiah gives us some things to remember. Looking back. Satisfying to think of souls saved. It is satisfying to see the number of people now serving the Lord. Paul says “Forgetting those things which are behind”. Having looked at the past, let us praise God and go on. Whatever God has done is all to Hid glory. Some Things to Remember:We need to remember the Holy character of our God. We must remember to keep a tender Christian conscience and lastly, we need always to remember to listen for the voice of God. He may be calling you to serve Him in the harvest. He has already called many open your heart you may be next.
Today as we look at the book of Job chapter 38 and verses 22-23. We have an introduction to Job. The book of Job is the oldest book in the Bible. This book speaks about a righteous man. A man who was prospering in family, money, and property. We have heard about Job and his time of trouble. Job’s property taken; his family gone. Job’s health taken; words from his wife. God and His Word to Job in the ash pit. The finite holds no standard to guide your life. By finite, we mean all that has do with man’s wisdom. Man is finite; God is infinite.The future holds no secrets from God. The fortunes of earth hold no security to guarantee blessings. Get to know God today through Christ.
In Hebrews 7:25 we read this “Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.” Have you ever asked yourself this question. Just what is the worlds message? Or should I say what is the message for the world? Is The Christian Message Salvation? Well we know it is and in todays message we will awnser for you three very important questions:
1. What Will Salvation Do? 2. To Whom Is Salvation Available?
And 3. How Can I Be Sure It Will Last? In the words of Jesus He said He came to seek and save the lost. I trust if you have questions after hearing this message that you would reach out to us at: www.govictoryfellowship.com leave your name phone number or email address and we will get back to you.
My question this morning is who are you? We know who we are supposed to be. In1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Paul talks about the body. Dealing with a delicate subject is one upon which there is much disagreement and two one that should unite but instead divides. Don’t miss the most important issue one your need is not doctrine but deliverance. It is not sectarian but salvation. Paul tells us to make the gospel plain. Seeking to make a deep truth plain by understanding the:
Baptism Into the Body of Christ
Diversity In the Body of Christ
Unity In the body of Christ
These are the bond that builds the body of Christ. Love that ties it all together shows us that kind of prayer that such love will be ours.
We read in Romans 1:14-17 Paul gives us word from the Holy Spirit. Some think the world owes them a living.
Laziness, Grumbling when all is not going well. Paul thought he owed the world something. God had rescued Paul from heartache and hell. Paul ever sought to bring other men to the divine good news. Paul, the man in debt (v.14). A man in debt is a man who has received something. In debt: a car, a home, food, service. To whom must Paul pay his debt? Todays message will answer the question who are you in debt too.
Our text: Proverbs 14:34
Give me liberty or give me death. The cry that roused our forefathers to fight for liberty. Perhaps not since that time has America stood so close to that choice. Today I Want to Thank God for America. Certainly raised up by God for His purposes, including missionary activity. May she be free until Jesus comes.
America and the world in great peril. Today's message will focus on three points: America - Her Greatest Enemy, America-Her Greatest Asset, and America - Her Greatest Opportunity. I pray this message will bring encouragement to you this 4th of July.
In the book of Matthew 6:9-13 Jesus said, “After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen”.
What Easy Father’s Day Lessons Are Found in This Prayer? It Speaks of the Father. It Speaks of the Future.
It Speaks of Food. It Speaks of Forgiveness. It Speaks of Freedom and It ends With Assurance About Forever. These are very important lessons from our Lord.
We see a story about Saul in Acts chapter 9. This is when Saul has a Damascus road experience on his was with a letter from Rome to kill more Christians. Jesus has a far great plan for Saul who will soon be named Paul. Saul was a great intellectual as we see Paul wrote over half of the New Testament. Great News At Any Conversion. Joy in the presence of the angels of God…Luke 15:10 In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” We also see in Luke 15:7 I tell you that in the same way, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
Joy in the hearts of Believers…when an unsaved person comes to Jesus many in the body of Christ are over joyed at what God has done through the Spirit. How Important When It Becomes Personal. The three questions we will address in this massage are as follows: The Question of Conviction: “Why persecutees thou me?” ,The Question of Conversion: “Who art thou, Lord?” (Acts 9:5), The Question of Consecration: “Lord, what wilt Thou have me to do?” (Acts 9:6).
Our message this week come from Philippines 3:12-14; 1 Corinthians 3:12-14. It starts with Paul’s prayer for progress.
He Paul admits imperfections,“Not as though I had already attained”. I want you to notice He make no claim for being perfect. Rather Paul kept pressing on, as we should. He wanted to be more and more like Jesus. Ask yourself how do our goals compare to those of Paul? Paul says, weakness win’s the prize.
He starts by saying weak ones must rest completely in their strong Lord. Faith compensates for our feebleness. Eternity will reveal the power of God working through weak ones. Just remember God’ s plan declares that the best is yet to come. I hope this message to challenge your heart.
We see in Psalm 55:22-23 the psalmist tells us this. We are all familiar with burdens. Some of us have family burdens, Others may have financial burdens, and yet others may have burdens related to fears …no matter your faith…no matter how long you have been on this earth…chances are you have felt the weight of a burden at some time in your life. Our burdens have not taken God by surprise. This is a great anchor for our faith. Our tomorrows are known to God before they arrive. Solutions to our problems are awaiting our acceptance …See God has Made a way for you a way of peace.
Mother’s day is a very special day for many women across the world. In the Bible we see a story in 1 Kings 17: 17-24 about a mother’s plea for her son. This is a mother who has suffered a great loss. She is a widow, who has already lost her husband.
She is a woman of faith and has ministered to a man of God named Elijah. Now her only son has died, and grief is consuming her. Where can a mother turn when in need? We find that this grieving mother turns to a man of God. Elijah shows her compassion and minister’s to her need. He takes her son in his arms and sets a miracle in motion. Mother’s who are in need of a miracle can find all she needs in Jesus. I trust this message will not only minister to you, but may God’s Word change your life forever.
In John 3:1-15 we read about a religious man named Nicodemus. The pressing need of a religious man (vv.1-2). Nicodemus, a ruler to the Jews, came to Jesus at night. Here is a seeking religious man who is lost. He is afraid of public opinion so he sneaks to the Savior. Miracles by the Master had caught his attention. Nicodemus is a seeker who learns religion doesn’t save. The lessons Nicodemus learned that night. One there is only one way to salvation, and two eternal life comes through new birth. In this message like Nicodemus we fine will have to shift our opinion about how to be saved.
Today's message is out of Acts 1: 1-14 Paul makes it clear the Urgency of This Hour. God’s plan is always on schedule …there is nothing about God’s schedule that is your lines up with your schedule. God’s timing has been right throughout the ages … God’s has never been late His timing is impeccable, I know it seems that pressures we often find ourselves at times we feel like He is late “But we have to understand God is NEVER LATE!
But there is the Question That Demanded an Answer “Lord! Wilt thou at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?”
This parallels between that time and today. What was the answer to the question of the hour? One It Was Time To Wait Upon the Lord. Two It Was Time To Witness for the Lord. And three It Was Time To Be of One Accord. The Early Church Met the Challenge Given to Them. Will We Meet the Challenge God Has Given to Us? Will We Turn Upside Down for Jesus? Or Just Maintain
The Man Who Comes to Mind When Trouble Comes - Job. A man of faith who lost his family, his fortune, and his health. So how is it we can identify with Job? One We all face trials life we are told this in (John. 16:33)Jesus says, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. We need to remember God is bigger than our fears and better than our faith. This message has three key points that apply to our lives. 1. Job’s Lesson Applies to Our Families. 2. Job’s Lesson Applies to Our Finances. And 3. Job’s Lesson Applies to Our Future. My prayer is that this message will help you.
Two Marys on Their Way to a Grave. Two grieving women decide to visit the sepulcher. Their faith was small, but a great surprise awaited them. Easter’s Earthquake Changed Everything. One an angel of the Lord descended from heaven. Two the stone at the grave was rolled away. Three victory over death was made official. And four God still moves the stones that challenge our faith.
We read in Matthew 27:27-54 the Lord’s Painful Path to the Cross.Christ before spineless Pilate. Pilate’s wife urged him to have nothing to do with Jesus. Unwilling to do right, Pilate collapsed under pressure …There are so many today giving in to the pressures of the world instead of the Word! The soldiers mistreated Jesus and placed a crown of thrones on His head. Jesus is taken way to be crucified
Thus fulfilling prophecy at the crucifixion (Isa. 53:5-6) But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned everyone to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.
Then Divine Darkness Descends. These were some of the last words of Christ “My God,My God, why has thou forsaken Me?” The forsaken Savior pays the price for Our sins. Nature responds to this hour of the ages. How are you responding to the Word of God?
God Rewards Those Who Are Faithful to Him. In Daniel 3 we see Nebuchadnezzar had a desire for worshipwhichplaced the king in a dangerous position (pride). Solomon’s warning about pride (Prov. 16:18) Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Because the king had pride the king had a fall in his future. Nebuchadnezzar’s great golden image demanded that everyone fall down and worship it. To refuse meant to be cast into a furnace. Are You facing Some Fiery Trial Today? Your Lord Will Always Be True.
We see in Daniel 2:1-23 Daniel moved from one crisis to another. Sometimes our lives also seem to follow this pattern. What crises are you facing today? Daniel’s promotion now placed him in peril. He had been blessed for standing firm on his convictions. This had brought him favor with the king and promoted him. Now this promotion placed him in a life-or-death situation. There are believe there are Keys to confidence in a Crisis. One thing we know “Nothing takes God by surprise”. No problem is too difficult for God to solve. People who trust God find that He is enough. Let us pray in faith and expect God to answer!
In Daniel 1: 8-21 we see four prisoners of a controlling king. Nebuchadnezzar had plans for these four young men. They would be developed into the king’s dream team. This reigning king made the rules they must follow. Daniel Refused to Follow the King’s Diet. He saw following this diet as self-defilement. Daniel’s decision placed him and his friends in danger. This led to a test to see which diet was best. See Daniel’s message here is about commitment. God should always have first place in our lives.
We Live In A Changing World. Each generation witnesses changes that would astound their ancestors. Scientific and technological breakthroughs have changed lifestyles. Even weather patterns and common locations of natural disasters change. There's Three things that are constant; They remain the same.
One: God’s power to save remains the same.
Two: God’s ability to hear and answer prayer remains the same.
Three: The destructiveness of sin remains the same.
This today we will Explore These Unchanging Truths!
The Hour of the Ages Approaches.“My time is at hand” (26:18) And he said,Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The Master saith, My time is at hand; I will keep the passover at thy house with my disciples.The Crucifixion nears (26:2) Ye know that after two days is the feast of the passover, and the Son of man is betrayed to be crucified.Jesus Prepared the Disciples for the Coming of the Cross.They shared the last Passover.They shared the first Communion (the new covenant begins). We should note these lessons from Jesus for every Communion Service.
(1). Remember the Communion and Christ’s Body (v.26) “Take, eat; this is my body”
(2). Remember the Communion and Christ’s Blood (vv. 27-28).
And (3). Remember the Communion and Christ’s Coming Kingdom.
Jeremiah Was the Weeping Prophet. Jeremiah lived in a troubled time. He was given a difficult message to proclaim. The trials of his people made Jeremiah a man of tears.
Speaking Out for God Brought Jeremiah Persecution. Telling the truth cost this prophet his freedom so he was stricken by Pashur, the son of the high priest. Finding himself in prison, Jeremiah wanted to resign.Why Couldn’t This Discouraged Preacher Quit?
1. He was called.
2. He was saturated with God’s Word
3. He was sure his message would meet the needs of God’s people.
Follow Paul On His Journey to Rome. Paul was going to Rome as a prisoner. Many trials awaited him in Rome. Recall the Storm and the Shipwreck? Paul was comforted by an angel in the storm (Acts 27:22-25) And now I exhort you to be of good cheer: for there shall be no loss of any man's life among you, but of the ship.For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee. Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me. They were shipwrecked and stranded on an island, but all alive. They were met by kind natives, a warm fire, and trouble ahead. A Viper, Coming Out of the Fire, Attacks Paul. Vipers often appear out of the fires of life. Times of trouble make us vulnerable. God has a promise for the fiery times (Isa.43:2) When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. Paul shook off the viper when attacked, and so should we!
Paul tell us in 1 Corinthians 1: 26-31
God Calls People. He called Adam and Eve after the Fall.
He called Noah in a violent age, He calls people today.
God Calls People to Salvation (Matt. 11:28-30) Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.God Calls People to Service (Rom.1:1) Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,Who Does Call?
The Call of Abram Had Been Accompanied By Promises. He was promised a new land,(Get. 12:1) Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee:, He was promised that he would have many descendants and be a blessing (v.2) And Abram said, Lord GOD, what wilt thou give me, seeing I go childless, and the steward of my house is this Eliezer of Damascus?, He was promised protection from enemies for him and his family (v.3) And Abram said, Behold, to me thou hast given no seed: and, lo, one born in my house is mine heir.
Abram Stepped Out on Faith in God’s Promises. He departed and began his great adventure of faith. So then the question is: Have you begun the life of faith by taking Christ as your savior? Have you entrusted your future to Him?The Future Belongs to Those Who PlaceTheir Faith in Jesus
Luke 2:1-14
Christmas Is A Season of Wonders. The wonder of the birth of Jesus. The wonder of the beautiful music…angel music. The wonder of giving and receiving gifts…God gave and we received… The wonder of children with happy faces…as they realize that Christmas is about a baby who came to save them from their sins.
Some Lose The Wonder. Has this happened to you? Has the rush of the season cost you the wonder? A man of God who’s name was Gypsy Smith: “I have never lost the wonder of it all”
The Wonder of the Characters of Christmas
The “Fear Nots” of Christmas. A “fear not” for Zacharias (Lk. 1:13) But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John. A “fear not” for Mary (Lk. 1:30) And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. A “fear not” for the shepherds (Lk. 2:10) And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
Joseph Needed A “Fear Not”. Everything had been going well for him. He was engaged to the girl of his dreams. They were making plans for their future. Then he discovered Mary the girl of his dreams was with child. Suddenly his world came crashing down; he was afraid of the future
Some “Fear Nots” for When We Feel Like Joseph. A “Fear Not” for Times When We’ve Been Let Down. A “Fear Not” for Times When We Worry About Public Opinion. A “Fear Not” for Times Of Mental Anguish.
We Need to Return to Those Thrilling Days of Yesteryear. We need a revival that restores first love and a passion for the lost. WE need a revival just as they needed it in Hosea’s day. The people needed to break up their fallow ground.
What Is Fallow Ground? Fallow ground was once productive but now lies waste. Once there were abundant harvest from this soil. Now there are but weeds and wilderness.
What Dose Fallow Ground Produce? Fallow ground produces thorns and thistles.
How Can Fallow Ground Be Broken Up? Fallow ground can be broken up by the plow of God’s Word. My prayer is that if you have untilled Fallow Ground may todays message help show you how to break it up.
Heavenly Rewards: A Neglected Subject. We speak more of homes here than in heaven. We talk of security, nest eggs, and promotions but little of eternal rewards
Jesus tough us to lay up treasures in heaven (Matt. 6:19-20) Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
There must be participants in the race. We know there is a prize at the end of the race. The price of running to win the prize in this race is great. Paul said“I therefore run, not as uncertainty” There was no doubt about Paul’s intention to win the prize. He didn’t have time or energy to wast - neither do we.
The world searches madly for riches.People will sacrifice almost anything for wealth. The riches of this world are temporary. One minute you can have great wealth and the next on the verge of bankruptcy. This message will share God’s three key points:
One: The Riches of His Goodness
Two: The Riches of His Grace
Three: The Riches of His His Glory. Paul Preferred the Unsearchable Riches of Christ.
Christians Are Different… Once they were lost, but now they are found. You may ask yourself what Makes christians different? …They have found a new reason for living.
Peter tells us in 1 Peter 1:1-9 the reasons. In today’s message you will see three main reasons why they have found a new reason for living. One Their Treasures Are Eternal. Two Their Troubles Are Temporary. And three Their Trials Are Filled with the Purposes of God. We pray that you will be encouraged by this message.
Today’s message “Come and See” comes out of the text John 1:35-42.John makes a revealing statement “Behold the Lamb of God” (v.36). And what happens next is Two of John’s disciples leave, following the Lamb as we see in (v.37). We see Jesus Two curious disciples (v. 37-38) and then the Lord’s question: “What seek ye?”. The Lord’s Invitation to Us All: “Come and See”
When we come and see, we will Trust Him, When we come and see, You’ll want to stay with Him, and when you come and see, You’ll want to show others the Way
In Romans 12:1-2 Paul explains why we should surrender all and how the missing ingredient in surrendering is “Commitment.” When we don’t surrender all to God, it clearly shows a lack of commitment to marriage: broken homes …A lack of commitment to church: just Sunday morning Christians, and even a lack of commitment to evangelism: few believers witness today. Paul’s Call to Surrender All: Surrender your body, Surrender your mind, and Surrender your will the question after listening to todays message you should ask your self is:
How Strong Is My Commitment to Christ?
And am I Willing to Surrender All to Him?
In 1 Kings 19:19-21 Elijah at the End of the Trial A mighty prophet of God neared the close of his ministry…He challenged wicked King Ahab, He prayed with such power that he stopped the rain for six months, He became the second man in space - after Enoch, He was so important that he met Moses and Jesus at the Transfiguration. Elijah was commissioned to choose Elisha as his successor.
Joseph: A Man Who Came Through Trials Triumphantly. We know his brothers hated him and sold him into slavery for twenty pieces of silver and he was imprisoned and mistreated although he was innocent of all charges. Through God he provided food to multitudes in a time of famine.
Joseph: A Reminder of Jesus. Yes Jesus was rejected by His own (Jn. 1:10-12) He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Jesus was sold for thirty pieces of silver (Matt. 26:15). Jesus was faithful when tempted and has blessed multitudes (Matt. 4). This message will explore three simple truths about Joseph. One: The Testimony of Joseph. Two: The Temptation of Joseph. And Three: The Triumph of Joseph.
When we read in Colossians 3:8-14 Paul make a great case for daily living. Great Doctrine Make Great Daily Living It's not enough merely to agree to certain doctrines. We must translate our beliefs into life as to have good moral standards to live by. The Colossians Accepted Some Great Doctrine One Redemption through Christ’s blood Paul shares in Colossians (1:14). Two The preeminence of Christ again Paul tells us of in Colossians (1:18). And last of all the indwelling presence of Christ we find in Colossians (1:28). Paul Calls for These Beliefs to Change Us Every Day
In Colossians 2. Paul’s concern for the Colossian Christians. Paul gives a warning about enticements to sin and error (Paul records in verse 4) And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. …what is being said here…let me be frank as to what Paul is saying in our language today… “the smooth talkers”The key word in the chapter: “Beware” (v.8) Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. …The world is full of enticements things that would distract from the word of God. The journey we are on, on in this world is just temporary. We must stay focused on the things above…
Ezekiel 37:1-14
Ezekiel’s Strange Vision. A trip to the cemetery reveals a valley of human bones.The bones come together, they have flesh but no breath in them and Finally breath comes, and they become an army. So what could be the meaning of this vision that Ezekiel has? (1) The bones represent Israel. (2)The graves are the nations to which Israel has been scattered. (3)The moving of the bones is their return to their land. (4)Breath and life speak of their future conversion to Christ. This message I hope will speak the “Life Principles from This Prophetic Picture.”
Paul Calls for Thankful People. He had written about his thankful heart. He had written about his thankful heart.
- Paul tells us we are partakers of the inheritance of the saints
- Partakers of grace (Phil. 1:7)
- Partakers of Christ’s sufferings (1 Peter 4:13)
- Partakers of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4)
Todays message will show you what it means to be heirs with the saints. We hope you are blessed by this message. Our hope is it will help you grow closer to the Lord.
A promises that raises the hopes of troubled people.
A guarantee that God has a plan for each of His children. We also know that it is Not An Easy Promise to Remember When times are rough. We may be overwhelmed by difficulties. We may think God has forgotten us. We may think that our lives are out of control. This message here in Romans 8:28 is a promise that Faith can claim and find peace.
Children sometimes contradict their parents. Many times believers contradict their heavenly Father. We find in both situations it is rebelling. Parents don’t like when their children and neither dose our heavenly Father.
God has not made living for Him impossible, but rather when it seems impossible we find that He makes a way for us. In todays message “Stop Contradicting God” I will look at examples of contradicting God in the Word. My prayer is this message will encourage you to keep the faith in times of difficulty ..
A Day For Celebrating Freedom
The courage of those who died to proclaim liberty. Liberty, a cherished biblical principle (Lev. 25:10).
How to Secure the Blessings of Liberty for the Future
Solomon’s good advice for any nation. A national choice between righteousness and reproach.
Three Are Three Important Questions for Us All
- What build up a nation?
- What brings down a nation?
- Who make a the difference ?
Daniel 12 shares a look into the future…our day and age looks so much like everything he had told about our future…
A Busy Time - “Many shall run to and fro” This is a commentary on our time, Everyone is on the move. A Brilliant Time - Knowledge shall be increased The amount of knowledge will explode at the end time: An increase in scientific knowledge,
An increase in medical knowledge, An increase in technical knowledge. Now we have today “artificial knowledge computer knowledge. A Blind Time - None of the wicked shall understand Increased wickedness in spite of increased enlightenment.In this message we will trust God will help us understand these three important time we now live in…
Daniel’s Amazing Life
He and his friends were Taken captive from Judah to Babylon and was chosen as one of the four to serve Nebuchadnezzar
Daniel had a clean heart, why, because “Daniel purposed in his heart” why he even influenced Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego these four young men Purposed to keep their hearts clean for the Lord. Daniel’s decision required faith and courage
Daniel’s Consistent Life well it is not far from resolution to reality. Testing is sure to follow testimony Like Daniel we have a testimony if we too chose to follow a life with Christ.
This weeks message “Memorial Stones”
What makes Memorial Day Memorable to You?
Perhaps remembering family trips to decorate graves? Maybe reading epitaphs on memorial stones? We see in Joshua 4:1-24.
When God Called for Memorial Stones. Stones that would be taken from the Jordan River and stones to be placed in the Jordan River.
The stones were to remember those who gave their lives in their journey and to remember the great miracle God had given and to help remember their safe crossing. These stones remind us how short life really is and yes Jesus is there to help us cross over safely.
In this message we see communion in three ways:
One we look backward to remember Christ’s death for us. Two, we look inward to face up to what's within us. And three we look forward to the Lord’s return. Today we will look at three other important looks at the past, present, and future and that is We need to look to the past to be humble, We need to look to the present to be grateful, We need to look to the future to be joyful. Ephesians 2: 1-7 helps us to explain why it is important to examine the past, present, and future.
It Was a time of upheaval and change for Israel, you could say a very chaotic time much like we’re living in today. Who knew what to do at that difficult time? What are we to do In these stressful times? The writer of the 1st Chronicles I believe gives us great insight to these questions for us to have insight to these questions… Here are three steps that will help us…
1. We Are to Read the Signs of the Times
2. We Are to Recognize Special Times
3. We Are to Redeem These Sinful Times
I believe this message is a call for us to wake up (Romans 13:11) We know what to do - So let’s do it!
We’ve Come Through Some Tough Times
Sickness and death have entered some of our homes. Even tough economic conditions they have discouraged us. Our church attendance has declined.
Ask Yourself What Can We Do?
I believe the Word of God gives us a proper and very understandable answer and it could be summed through these three passages in the Bible:
A. We can Lift Up Our Eyes for Help (Ps. 121)
B. We Can Lift Up Our Eyes to the Harvest (Jn. 4:35)
C. We Can Lift Up Our Eyes for His Coming (Lk.21:28)
We must understand Our Tough Times Have Not Taken God by Surprise.As Citizens of Heaven We Should Not Be Looking Downward (Phil. 3:20-21). We Are Told We Must Be About Our Father’s Business.
When people fall far away from the truth we ask what happened? What went wrong? I believe there are three possibilities leading to this disregard of truth:
1)They Forgot God’s Position
2) They Forgot God’s Provision
3) They Forgot God’s Personality, With these forgotten truths the path to perversion is sure
Maybe it has been a while since you’ve heard the Easter story. Why is this story so important? A discouraged group of women came with little hope and low expectations to honor a dead rabbi. This is how many feel today -no hope and very low expectations.
There are many times in life we have made people cry... And there are times I'm sure we have made the Lord said about the decisions we have made in life.
Fourmen became first responders to a men in need... We need to become "Stretcher Bearers" for others in need even if it takes us out of our comfort zones.. Getting people the help they need will take the strength that comes from Jesus...
We are a nation of people who have needs and wants. The message this week out of Genesis 2:8-18 tells us what we need... Food, to be Faithful, and most of all Fellowship. We are living in a different day and time, but know the greatest needs we have can be fulfilled by the Lord Himself.
Many people suffer from a Troubled Heart. Troubled over world events, Troubled over the breakup of so many homes, Troubled about moral decline, Troubled about violence. Jesus alone has the cure for troubled hearts and today’s message will help give the answers for your heart problem.
Everyone has a beginning a starting point if you will. God is eternal He has always been and will always be! (Isa. 43:10) Ye are my witnesses, saith the LORD, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he: before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me. This message will help you understand how God works in a Chaotic World
The last things of the Bible are important…
John was given a glance into the future and because of of this he, John longed to be with the Prince of Peace. Where dose your future lie?
The Virgin Birth is a central Truth to our christian belief. However those that do not believe in the Bible are unable to accept this Biblical Truth. To accept the Word of God by Faith, we must first accept Jesus by Faith.
There were 10 leper’s who were healed by Jesus but only one came back to thank Him and praise Him. The 9 leper’s that were blessed but did not come back to thank Him often represent what we do. We too, are touched by the Lord but often forget to thank Him for the blessings He has given.
We live in a negative world that has many problems. We are affected by the world's trouble...War, violence, drugs, alcohol, home break ups...God's word teaches us how to live positive in this negative world. This message will show through the Word of God how to reprogram our thinking.
Down by the riverside we see a story about a business woman who sought to be at a prayer meeting even though she was not of the same faith of those having the meeting. God was working through the life of Lydia before this meeting happened.
Many people in the world today have desires. Most desires are for wealth, good health, and strong families. There are three men, Paul, Thomas, and Phillip who also had desires. This message will show you how to fulfill the desires according to God's plan.
A vital question is asked by many. How can one be clean before God?
The Psalmist David shares his search and solution in this message.
Are you facing temptation in you life? Are you struggling with not knowing how to handle the temptations you face everyday? Know Jesus faced the same temptations you face today. This message in Matthew will encourage you and show you how you can truly obtain victory over temptation.