The Problem – Trials and Troubles • John 16:33 • Acts 14:22 – The Fear of Loss The Answer – Store Your Treasures • Matthew 6:19-21 – Don’t Lose Sight of Purpose – The Power and Importance of Perspective • Matthew 6:22-23 • Romans 12:2 – Transformed by the Renewal of the Mind • 2 Corinthians… Continue reading Finding Peace in Times of Trial and Trouble
Revival
Revival is defined as improvement in the condition or strength of something Revival in the Old Testament Jacob Then God said to Jacob, “Go up to Bethel and settle there, and build an altar there to God, who appeared to you when you were fleeing from your brother Esau.” So Jacob said to his household and to all who were… Continue reading Revival
1 Corinthians 15 part 5
Baptism Vs 29 They are baptizing for the dead. In context we have to ask why do this if there is no resurrection There are no other verses that talk about this happening and that it should be a practice in the church Remember, if it is an important doctrinal issue, then the Bible will mention it up to three… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 15 part 5
The Blessing
There is a blessing that I speak each week and today I want to share why I say that to you. Numbers 6: 22 – 27 Why a blessing? Many times the things we think are a blessing are just a noose around our necks. God states that when we say this blessing, the name of God will be upon… Continue reading The Blessing
1 Corinthians 15 Part 5
The Eternal Reign of Jesus Christ 24 – 28 No real mention of those outside of belief in Jesus The focus is on those who have relationship with Jesus Paul is trying to show the power of the resurrection and what that means for our future All powers judged is for believers Even judgement is for believers because Jesus is… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 15 Part 5
Vision: Jesus the Resurrection
I am the resurrection John 11: 25 I am the resurrection and the life Vision to carry us through what lies in front of us. Not just the one who is going to raise your brother, but I am the resurrection. First an understanding of the being then the having. Too often satisfied with having rather than who we are… Continue reading Vision: Jesus the Resurrection
Restoration: Man
JAH name of god Our theme for 2015 is Restoration Talk a little bit about God restoring men to the fullness of who they are intended to be David became king and the first desire of his heart was to bring the ark (presence of God) to Jerusalem. he realized that when God’s presence was with us, anything could happen…. Continue reading Restoration: Man
1 Corinthians 15 part 3
If there is no resurrection… Jesus has not risen either We are still in our sins No power to overcome the problems in front of us We are pitied over all because we are living a lie Our message is a lie There is not going to be a balancing of the books No real justice in the world Evil… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 15 part 3
Jesus The Life
Jesus said he is the Way “Traveled Path” We will not go through anything that he has not already traveled. Truth Living word that brings us into the presence of God when we fall short. I Am The Life John 14: 6 …I Am the LIFE The words Way and Truth will mean nothing without Jesus being our life. Way… Continue reading Jesus The Life
1 Corinthians 15 part 2
If we can master the truth of 1 Corinthians 15, we will become bold in our pursuit of who Jesus is and fear will lose a lot of power over our lives. 1 Corinthians is talking about the fear of death over people. Paul is answering the question, is there a resurrection? Paul is sharing that without a resurrection, we… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 15 part 2
Jesus, The Truth
Jesus sharing with His disciples “I Am the Way” Traveled path You have to trust me completely to follow the path that is in front of you. Must throw off every weight and run the race marked out in front of us. We must walk the narrow path. This is where real problems can come up in our lives. I… Continue reading Jesus, The Truth
1 Corinthians 14 part 3
1. Utterances are Useless without a clear sense Vs 6 – 12 Examples of what is happening in the church service Utterances (tongues) Revelation instruction disclosure of truth Knowledge More advanced study of the christian faith Prophesying disclosure of divine mysteries Doctrine an utterance which took the form of instruction The church is still starting and there are not a… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 14 part 3