\\u2026let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us,\\xa0Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

\\n

fixing our eyes on Jesus,\\xa0the pioneer and perfecter of faith. Hebrews 12:2 (NIV)

\\n

Marginisthespacebetweenthestuffthatmakesthestuffworthwhile.

\\n

Margin is the space between the stuff that makes the stuff worth while.

\\n

As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home.\\xa0 Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord\\u2019s feet, listening to what he taught.\\xa0Luke 10:38-39 (NLT)

\\n

But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, \\u201cLord, doesn\\u2019t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.\\u201d Luke 10:40 (NLT)

\\n

But the Lord said to her,\\xa0\\u201cMy dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!\\xa0 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.\\u201d Luke 10:41-42 (NLT)

\\n

He says, \\u201cBe still, and know that I am God...\\u201d Psalm 46:10 (NIV)

\\n

Love everyone, but move with the movers

\\n

After some time Paul said to Barnabas, \\u201cLet\\u2019s go back and visit each city where we previously preached the word of the Lord, to see how the new believers are doing.\\u201d Barnabas agreed and wanted to take along John Mark.\\xa0Acts 15:36-37 (NLT)

\\n

But Paul disagreed strongly, since John Mark had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not continued with them in their work.\\xa0Acts 15:38 (NLT)

\\n

Their disagreement was so sharp that they separated. Barnabas took John Mark with him and sailed for Cyprus.\\xa0 Paul chose Silas, and as he left, the believers entrusted him to the Lord\\u2019s gracious care. Acts 15:39-40 (NLT)

\\n

If people are causing divisions among you, give a first and second warning. After that, have nothing more to do with them. Titus 3:10 (NLT)

\\n

Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14 (NLT)

\\n

\\u201cI will live with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be my people.\\u201d Therefore, \\u201cCome out from them\\xa0and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.\\u201d And, \\u201cI will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.\\u201d 2 Corinthians 6:16-18 (NLT)

\\n

\\u201cWhen you are transitioning to a new season of life, the people and situations that no longer fit you will fall away.\\xa0 Don\\u2019t fight the process.\\u201d

\\n

Not letting fear hold you back

\\n

Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do.\\xa0Joshua 1:7 (NLT)

\\n

Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.\\xa0Joshua 1:8 (NLT)

\\n

This is my command\\u2014be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the\\xa0Lord\\xa0your God is with you wherever you go.\\u201d Joshua 1:9 (NLT)

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Kickoff, Week 1: A New Season

Published: Aug. 7, 2015, 2:54 p.m.
Duration: 47 minutes 26 seconds

\\n

\\u2026I am the\\xa0Lord. I will free you from your oppression and will rescue you from your slavery in Egypt. I will redeem you with a powerful arm and great acts of judgment.\\xa0 I will claim you as my own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the\\xa0Lord\\xa0your God who has freed you from your oppression in Egypt.\\xa0 I will bring you into the land I swore to give\\u2026 Exodus 6:6-8 (NLT)

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Code Yellow

Published: July 31, 2015, 6:36 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 28 seconds

\\n

4. \\xa0Never stop Rejoicing!!

'

-->

Listed in: religion

I Will Not Go Out Free

Published: July 20, 2015, 5:28 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 53 seconds

\\n

\\u201cBut the slave may declare, \\u2018I love my master\\u2026I don\\u2019t want to go out free.\\u2019\\u201d Exodus 21:5

Published: June 22, 2015, 3:50 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 53 seconds

Listed in: religion

The Church I See, Week 2: We Live for the Other Person's Good

Published: June 15, 2015, 5:15 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 32 seconds

\\n

\\u201cI am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message.\\xa0 I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one\\u2014as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me. \\u201cI have given them the glory you gave me, so they may be one as we are one.\\xa0 I am in them and you are in me. \\xa0May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me. John 17:20-23 (NLT)

'

-->

Listed in: religion

The Church I See, Week 1: We Keep Jesus the Main Thing

Published: June 8, 2015, 5:14 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 30 seconds

\\n

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost. Luke 19:10 (NIV)

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Better Together

Published: June 4, 2015, 10:24 p.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 6 seconds

Listed in: religion

How to be Brave, Week 4: See it Through

Published: May 28, 2015, 6:42 p.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 17 seconds

Listed in: religion

How to Be Brave, Week 3: It's Already Written

Published: May 19, 2015, 2:37 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 44 seconds

\\n

^8\\xa0Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear;\\xa0in the end they will look in triumph on their foes. Psalm 112:6-8New International Version (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

It is possible (in fact it\\u2019s God\\u2019s plan for us), to be people who are not shaken\\u2026 not driven by our emotions.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The fear of bad news \\u2013 Parents of driving teenagers, emails, church volunteers, report cards,

\\n

Wives \\u2013 \\u201cWe need to talk.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 We all want a \\u201cGOOD REPORT\\u201d But bad reports are inevitable\\u2026What do we do with bad news?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

When Moses sent them to explore Canaan,\\xa0he said, \\u201cGo up through the Negev\\xa0and on into the hill country.\\xa0^18\\xa0See what the land is like and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many.\\xa0^19\\xa0What kind of land do they live in? Is it good or bad? What kind of towns do they live in? Are they unwalled or fortified?\\xa0^20\\xa0How is the soil? Is it fertile or poor? Are there trees in it or not? Do your best to bring back some of the fruit of the land.\\u201d (It was the season for the first ripe grapes.)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^23\\xa0When they reached the Valley of Eshkol,\\xa0they cut off a branch bearing a single cluster of grapes. Two of them carried it on a pole between them, along with some pomegranates\\xa0and figs.\\xa0^24\\xa0That place was called the Valley of Eshkol because of the cluster of grapes the Israelites cut off there.\\xa0^25\\xa0At the end of forty days\\xa0they returned from exploring the land.

\\n

^\\xa0

\\n

^26\\xa0They came back to Moses and Aaron and the whole Israelite community at Kadesh\\xa0in the Desert of Paran.\\xa0There they reported to them\\xa0and to the whole assembly and showed them the fruit of the land.\\xa0^27\\xa0They gave Moses this account: \\u201cWe went into the land to which you sent us, and it does flow with milk and honey!\\xa0Here is its fruit.\\xa0²⁸But the people who live there are powerful, and the cities are fortified and very large.\\xa0We even saw descendants of Anak\\xa0there.\\xa0^29\\xa0The Amalekites\\xa0live in the Negev; the Hittites,\\xa0Jebusites\\xa0and Amorites\\xa0live in the hill country;\\xa0and the Canaanites\\xa0live near the sea and along the Jordan.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^30\\xa0Then Caleb\\xa0silenced the people before Moses and said, \\u201cWe should go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly do it.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 What Has Already Been Promised?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God\\u2019s word is FULL of incredible promises\\u2026 (Not a distant God\\u2026 but active in out life)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Examples \\u2013 ( Peace, close to the broken hearted, our sin was buried, a new mind, healing\\u2026)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For all of God\\u2019s promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding \\u201cYes!\\u201d\\xa02 Corinthians 1:20 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Some of us hear the bad report\\u2026 and immediately forget what God has promised.

\\n

The\\xa0Lord\\xa0said, \\u201cI have indeed seen\\xa0the misery\\xa0of my people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned\\xa0about their suffering.\\xa0^8\\xa0So I have come down\\xa0to rescue them from the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land into a good and spacious land,\\xa0a land flowing with milk and honey\\u2014the home of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites\\xa0and Jebusites. Exodus 3:7-8 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Over 170 times \\u2013 \\u201cThe Land I HAVE given you.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The thing they were scared of\\u2026 is the thing that God had already promised victory over.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

There are things in our life that happen\\u2026 that we can\\u2019t control\\u2026 that don\\u2019t make sense\\u2026 and we allow them to steal from us what God has already promised.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Stories that are \\u201cAlready Written\\u201d (Pastor / West Wing)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Some of us approach our day\\u2026 situation\\u2026 with a story that is already written\\u2026 based on what we believe about God. (Heart \\u2013 Thoughts)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

He tells them to size up their situation\\u2026 not THEIR ability to handle it. \\xa0(Explain)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

It\\u2019s ok to size up your SITUATION, but don\\u2019t try to size up your to handle it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

If it\\u2019s your situation\\u2026 you CAN handle it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The\\xa0Lord\\xa0is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. \\xa0I burst out in songs of thanksgiving. ^8\\xa0The\\xa0Lord\\xa0gives his people strength. Psalm 28:7-8 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The\\xa0Lord\\xa0is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection.\\xa0 He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. Psalm 18:2NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 What is My Reality?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^27\\xa0They gave Moses this account: \\u201cWe went into the land to which you sent us, and it does flow with milk and honey!\\xa0Here is its fruit.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

²⁸But the people who live there are powerful, and the cities are fortified and very large.\\xa0Numbers 13:27-28

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Reality = things as they actually exist

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

That makes sense\\u2026 but many of us don\\u2019t SEE things as they actually exist!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Grapes = reality (Look at the blessing\\u2026 look at what God wants to give us\\u2026)

\\n

Report = perspective

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We don\\u2019t experience our REALITY\\u2026 we experience our PERSPECTIVE.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Remember\\u2026 WE can control the environment of our heart\\u2026 WE can think different\\u2026 which will alter our perspective.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

You can be staring at the reality of God\\u2019s faithfulness in your life\\u2026 but so afraid of the giants that you never experience the blessing.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The news is the issue\\u2026 the report is your interpretation.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Fear can turn good news into a bad report.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

There were 12 people.\\xa0 Same reality. Different perspective.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

I would if I could.\\xa0 NO you could if you would!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

You can claim what God has given you\\u2026 but still have to fight for it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

There is STILL action involved on our part\\u2026 but when we choose to see HIS reality and not OUR perspective\\u2026 we will take hold of the blessings He has for us!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u201cFor my thoughts\\xa0are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,\\u201d declares the\\xa0Lord. ^9\\xa0\\u201cAs the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.\\u201d\\xa0 Isaiah 55:8-9 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 What Report Will I Believe?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^30\\xa0Then Caleb\\xa0silenced the people before Moses and said, \\u201cWe should go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly do it.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^31\\xa0But the men who had gone up with him said, \\u201cWe can\\u2019t attack those people; they are stronger than we are.\\u201d\\xa0Numbers 13:30-31

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

All 12 saw the same reality\\u20262 believed a different report.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The report you BELIEVE is more important than the news you RECEIVE. \\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

There will be all kinds of reports\\u2026 from all kinds of people\\u2026 sources\\u2026 opinions\\u2026 what will you believe?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We don\\u2019t have to have good NEWS to believe a good REPORT.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Hope this will change the way you look at your situation\\u2026 YOU CAN WRITE the report\\u2026 before the news comes.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u2026The\\xa0Lord\\xa0has anointed\\xa0me\\xa0to proclaim good news\\xa0to the poor. He has sent me to bind up\\xa0the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom\\xa0for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners\\u2026

\\n

^2\\xa0to proclaim the year of the\\xa0Lord\\u2019s favor and the day of vengeance\\xa0of our God,
to comfort\\xa0all who mourn, ^3\\xa0and provide for those who grieve in Zion\\u2014to bestow on them a crown\\xa0of beauty instead of ashes, the oil\\xa0of joy\\xa0instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.

\\n

They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting\\xa0of the\\xa0Lord for the display of his splendor. ^4\\xa0They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated;
they will renew the ruined cities\\xa0that have been devastated for generations. Isaiah 61:1-4 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0\\u201cWhat is impossible with man is possible with God.\\u201d Luke 18:27 (NIV)

'

\\n

It\\u2019s either works or grace not both.\\xa0

\\n

(Romans 11:6) (NIV) And if by grace, then it cannot be based on works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace.

\\n

Do you believe you were saved or you are STAYING saved because you earned it or because it was a free gift?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Grace is not cheap but it is free.

\\n

Crazy story of a man named Hosea in the OT.\\xa0 He is asked by God to go and pick out a wife.\\xa0 Not just any wife.\\xa0 A Prostitute... for a wife. You think that\\u2019s bad\\u2026 her name was Gomer!\\xa0

\\n

He rescues her\\u2026but she returns to her old ways\\u2026 and look at what happens\\u2026.

\\n

(Hosea 3:1)(NLT) Then the Lord said to me, \\u201cGo and love your wife again, even though she commits adultery with another lover. This will illustrate that the Lord still loves Israel, even though the people have turned to other gods and love to worship them.\\u201d

\\n

The price Hosea paid for his wife was significant. The reason for the payment was because she probably had become the legal property of another man or because she was being redeemed from service as a cult prostitute.

\\n

As for the price Hosea paid for his wife, the amount seems to correspond to the price paid for a slave according to the law of the goring ox:

\\n

(Exodus 21:32)(NLT) But if the ox gores a slave, either male or female, the animal\\u2019s owner must pay the slave\\u2019s owner thirty silver coins, and the ox must be stoned.

\\n

According to Leviticus 27:4, thirty shekels of silver was also the value of a woman when calculating the fulfillment of a vow.

\\n

Jesus is Grace\\u2026.\\xa0 He is a gift\\u2026 not earned..\\xa0 He is not cheap but freely He gave his life..\\xa0\\xa0 for how much?

\\n

(Matthew 26:14-15) (NLT) Then Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples, went to the leading priests\\xa0and asked, \\u201cHow much will you pay me to betray Jesus to you?\\u201d And they gave him thirty pieces of silver.

\\n

The story of Hosea & Gomer was a picture of what was to come.

\\n

Jesus is Grace\\u2026.\\xa0 Jesus is the bride of Christ who gave His life, a gift for us to have for free.

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Grace is not an earthly transaction but an eternal transformation.

\\n

Grace isn\\u2019t just a thing we receive for this earth\\u2026. It\\u2019s a transformation that will take us from here to eternity.

\\n

(1 John 5:13)(NLT) I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life.

\\n

(Romans 6:23)(NLT) For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.

\\n

Listen, is anyone thankful that because Jesus is Grace that we can join Him in heaven forever and forever?

\\n

It\\u2019s true\\u2026let me say it this way\\u2026

\\n

If by your sins you\\u2019ve been sentenced to Hell then\\u2026
By His grace you have been sentenced to Heaven.

\\n

Make no mistake about it\\u2026 Jesus is Alive\\u2026and wants to bring to life those dead things in your life\\u2026but He is also Grace.\\xa0\\xa0

\\n

A free gift, not a cheap one\\u2026a high price was paid\\u2026. And it\\u2019s all so that we can join Him forever in Heaven.

\\n

PRAYER

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

'

Published: Feb. 15, 2015, 10:25 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 24 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Cup of Sanctification\\xa0 - \\u201cI Will Bring You Out.\\u201d (Salvation)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Cup of Deliverance\\xa0 - \\u201cI Will Free You.\\u201d(Working on issues)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Cup of Redemption \\u2013 \\u201cI Will Redeem you.\\u201d(Discovering)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Cup of Praise -\\xa0 \\u201cI Will Take You As My Own People.\\u201d (Fulfilled Living)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

There is a huge disconnect in so may of us\\u2026 We\\u2019re saved\\u2026 BUT WHY?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u201cWhy am I here?\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 The answer to that question is found in cup 3\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The Cup of Redemption

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u2026I will redeem\\xa0you with an outstretched arm\\xa0and with mighty acts of judgment.\\u201d Exodus 6:6 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Redeem:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1. To buy back or repurchase\\xa0 (Owned by someone else\\u2026 wrong place\\u2026 Jesus)

\\n

2. To change for better or reform (Low goals\\u2026 most people\\u2026 good = no bad)

\\n

3. Repair or restore(A restored car\\u2026 back to its original intent, but now it\\u2019s priceless!!)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 Ok\\u2026 if this is God\\u2019s plan (which sounds great) why do so few experience it?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The answer\\u2026 is actually found in the promise.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

I\\u2019m going to redeem you, and I\\u2019m going to do it 2 ways.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u2026I will redeem\\xa0you with an outstretched arm\\xa0and with mighty acts of judgment.\\u201d Exodus 6:6 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Why an outstretched arm?\\xa0 Most you are in a place much lower than God sees us.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along.Psalm 40:2 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Or lets put it this way\\u2026 Most of us don\\u2019t see ourselves the way God sees us.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u201cLow\\u2026 broken\\u2026going to heaven, but have nothing to offer\\u2026 nothing you can work with.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Two things that keep us from experience this promise:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0 Inferiority

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We don\\u2019t see the greatness that God sees in us\\u2026 (Sinners, wretched, Ready Now)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

True\\u2026 BUT then you met God.\\xa0 He does not want you to maintain that view.\\xa0 HE wants to lift you out.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u2026Your right hand has held me up, your gentleness has made me great. Psalm 18:35 (NKJV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Inferiority leads to insecurity, which affects our identity.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

This is why so many of us are driven by what others think\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Growing up\\u2026insecure\\u2026 middle school\\u2026 high school\\u2026 music\\u2026my first message)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The more I learned to see myself the way God sees me, the more I stopped trying to prove myself and find acceptance through human approval\\u2026 and the more I learned to walk confidently in my identity.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Too often we see life through the rear view mirror\\u2026 instead of looking straight ahead to what God sees.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.\\xa0^2\\xa0And because you belong to him, the powerof the life-giving Spirit has freed you\\xa0from the power of sin that leads to death. Romans 8:1-2 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

So how does God see us?\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For we are God\\u2019s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God sees things in you that you don\\u2019t see in yourself\\u2026 and honestly that other people don\\u2019t see as well.\\xa0 (Sibling rivalry)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Get GOD\\u2019S view of yourself\\u2026 and others. (Honor = God\\u2019s view of people)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 That\\u2019s part of His redemption plan\\u2026 the other part is the second part of that verse.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u2026I will redeem\\xa0you with an outstretched arm\\xa0and with mighty acts of judgment.\\u201d Exodus 6:6 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Acts of judgment\\u2026 but not against us\\u2026 against our enemy.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The devil has a DIFFERENT plan for your life.\\xa0 (Do you how?)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0 DIVERSION

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(The part God didn\\u2019t plan\\u2026 but you lived.)

\\n

(Map analogy\\u2026 ANY path you have taken\\u2026 there IS a road!)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God\\u2019s gifts and God\\u2019s call are under full warranty\\u2014never canceled, never rescinded. Romans 11:29 (MSG)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Which means\\u2026 God has NEVER changed His mind about you.\\xa0 He never will.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

He can always\\u2026 redeem you.\\xa0 How?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

How do we drink from the Cup of Redemption?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Spiritual Gifts\\xa0 \\u2026Simply put God has put something on the inside of you to do.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We have different gifts,\\xa0according to the grace given to each of us\\u2026 Romans 12:6(NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Grace = Charis (Divine enablement)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Grace gift\\u2026 something you are good and enjoy doing. (public speaking)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Working with Kids\\u2026 or my hands) \\u2026Music, helping the poor, leading others\\u2026GOD DID THAT!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Follow the way of love\\xa0and eagerly desire\\xa0spiritual gifts\\u2026 1 Corinthians 14:1 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Go after it!! (Studies show that 87% of the body of Christ doesn\\u2019t know what their gift is)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We want to help you discover it\\u2026 because when you do life gets fun.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(My favorite part of ministry)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0\\u201cThis weeks issue\\u201d --- TO --- Making such a difference and having so much fun\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God has better\\u2026 He wants you to make a difference\\u2026live with purpose\\u2026 to know why you are on this planet.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

SO How do we?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0 Discover your gift

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Your design reveals your destiny.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God had something for you to do, before he created you. (Not the other way around\\u2026)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body\\xa0and knit me together in my mother\\u2019s womb.^14\\xa0Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous\\u2014how well I know it. Psalm 139:13-14 (NLT)

\\n

You are COMPLEX!\\xa0 (what you like, laugh at, do well, think about\\u2026)

\\n

HOW you were made\\u2026 points to WHAT you are suppose to do.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The key to it all\\u2026 is God.\\xa0 Schooling, success, ambition can\\u2019t do it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

It\\u2019s in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Long before we first heard of Christ and got our hopes up, he had his eye on us, had designs on us for glorious living, part of the overall purpose he is working out in everything and everyone. Ephesians 1:11-12 (MSG)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For everything, absolutely everything, above and below, visible and invisible... everything\\xa0got started in him and finds its purpose in him. Colossians 1:16(MSG)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0 Develop your Gift

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

It\\u2019s never perfect when you discover it\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Our job as a church\\u2026 is to help you discover it.\\xa0 Growth Track

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

But to each one of us\\xa0grace\\xa0has been given\\xa0as Christ apportioned it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^11\\xa0So Christ himself gave\\xa0the apostles,\\xa0the prophets,\\xa0the evangelists,\\xa0the pastors and teachers,\\xa0^12\\xa0to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ\\xa0may be built up\\u2026 Ephesians 4:7,11-12(NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

3. Use Your Gift

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

This is when life gets fun\\u2026 this is when you can lay your head down at night and be satisfied\\u2026 yea you have problems\\u2026 but life is fulfilling because what I do is bigger than my problems!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

This is how you live\\u2026(Honor all who are using their gifts).

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.1 Peter 4:10 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Your real purpose is to serve God by serving others.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Our ultimate expression of worship is to love people on His behalf.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for him and how you have shown your love to him by caring for other believers,\\xa0as you still do. Hebrews 6:10 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Big Idea:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Challenge:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Pray \\u2013 Salvation / Discovery)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Communion

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

When the time came, Jesus and the apostles sat down together at the table.^[a]\\xa0^15\\xa0Jesus said,\\xa0\\u201cI have been very eager to eat this Passover meal with you before my suffering begins.\\xa0^16\\xa0For I tell you now that I won\\u2019t eat this meal again until its meaning is fulfilled in the Kingdom of God.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^17\\xa0Then he took a cup of wine and gave thanks to God for it. Then he said,\\xa0\\u201cTake this and share it among yourselves.\\xa0^18\\xa0For I will not drink wine again until the Kingdom of God has come.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^19\\xa0He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying,\\xa0\\u201cThis is my body, which is given for you. Do this to remember me.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^20\\xa0After supper he took another cup of wine and said,\\xa0\\u201cThis cup is the new covenant between God and his people\\u2014an agreement confirmed with my blood, which is poured out as a sacrifice for you. Luke 22:14-20 (NLT)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

'

Published: Sept. 1, 2013, 3:06 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 44 seconds You Might Be an Underdog

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 I\\u2019m not qualified enough

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 My past is too bad

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 My reputation is too scarred

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 My dream is too radical

\\n

5.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Nobody recognizes my potential

\\n

6.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 I\\u2019m not connected to the right people

\\n

7.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 My resources are too scarce

\\n

8.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 My chances are too slim

\\n

9.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 I\\u2019m insecure

\\n

10.\\xa0 My opponent is too great

\\n

(Philippians 2:4) (NCV) Do not be interested only in your own life, but be interested in the lives of others.

\\n

(Luke 14:15) (NLT) Hearing this, a man sitting at the table with Jesus exclaimed, \\u201cWhat a blessing it will be to attend a banquet in the Kingdom of God!\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 14:16-20) (NLT) Jesus replied with this story: \\u201cA man prepared a great feast and sent out many invitations. ^\\xa0When the banquet was ready, he sent his servant to tell the guests, \\u2018Come, the banquet is ready.\\u2019 ^\\xa0But they all began making excuses. One said, \\u2018I have just bought a field and must inspect it. Please excuse me.\\u2019 ^\\xa0Another said, \\u2018I have just bought five pairs of oxen, and I want to try them out. Please excuse me.\\u2019 ^\\xa0Another said, \\u2018I now have a wife, so I can\\u2019t come.\\u2019

\\n

(Luke 14:21) (NLT) The servant returned and told his master what they had said. His master was furious\\u2026

\\n

(Luke 14:21) (NLT) His master was furious and said, \\u2018Go quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and invite the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame.\\u2019

\\n

The Underdogs to Invite:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Poor \\u2013 Those who have been cheated by the world.

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Crippled \\u2013Those who have been broken down by the world.

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Blind \\u2013Those who have never had a chance to see.

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Lame \\u2013Those who need a touch from Jesus.

\\n

(Luke 14:22-23) (NLT) After the servant had done this, he reported, \\u2018There is still room for more.\\u2019 So his master said, \\u2018Go out into the country lanes and behind the hedges and urge anyone you find to come, so that the house will be full.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

The Anchor, Week 4: Eternal Hope

Published: Aug. 27, 2013, 4 a.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 50 seconds

Listed in: religion

The Anchor, Week 3: Hope For My Future

Published: Aug. 25, 2013, 4 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 52 seconds

Listed in: religion

The Anchor, Week 2: Where Does Hope Come From

Published: Aug. 22, 2013, 3:33 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 17 seconds

\\n

Today we are diving into our last message in our series, \\u201cTHE ANCHOR\\u201d (The HOPE we have because of Jesus\\u2026)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^\\xa0We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure\\u2026Hebrews 6:19 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Hope = Confident expectation based on something solid

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\u201cMy\\xa0 hope is built on nothing less\\u2026 than Jesus\\u2019 blood and righteousness.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Maybe today you walked in, HOPELESS\\u2026 If that\\u2019s you today, look around you, stop and ask someone to share their story.\\xa0\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Recap:\\xa0 What is HOPE? / Where does HOPE come from? / HOPE for my future

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Our number one prayer for you is this\\u2026 that you latch onto this HOPE we have in Jesus.\\xa0 HOPE that keeps us standing, when the entire world is shaken\\u2026HOPE that never fails.\\xa0 Because of this HOPE\\u2026 we are anchored, secure\\u2026

\\n

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NIV)

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 Today we will look at our final thought on HOPE\\u2026 What some call, THE BLESED HOPE\\u2026The ultimate hope that there really is something beyond this life.\\xa0\\xa0 (Pray)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Story/Illustration:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 You see, the hope we have is not solely to get through this life\\u2026 but it\\u2019s hope NOW that there is another level of HOPE\\u2026 Heaven.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

With as much HOPE as we have now, we still face things\\u2026 hard times, difficulties, obstacles.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(My Season of ministry\\u2026 \\u201cWhy can\\u2019t I find balance?\\u201d \\u201cBecause this isn\\u2019t home.\\u201d)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We will have seasons of pain/suffering/frustration\\u2026 and we learned a couple weeks ago that that is part of God\\u2019s process of producing HOPE in us.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

^3\\xa0Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, ^4\\xa0and endurance produces character, and character produces hope\\u2026 Romans 5:2-4 (ESV)

\\n

The ultimate HOPE we have is that this life is NOT all there is\\u2026 there is an eternity of JOY and PEACE that awaits us!\\xa0

\\n

^11\\xa0For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. ^12\\xa0It teaches us to say \\u201cNo\\u201d to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, ^13\\xa0while we wait for the blessed hope\\u2014the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ\\u2026 Titus 2:11-13 (NIV)

\\n

(Eternal life)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

We have to change our focus\\u2026 from just finding hope in this life, to living our life in light of our eternal hope\\u2026(Peoples efforts to find hope HERE)

\\n

^\\xa0Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. ^14\\xa0For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. \\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa01 Thessalonians 4:13-15 (NIV)

\\n

The HOPE of Jesus is what has caused \\u201cDeath to lose it\\u2019s Sting\\u201d\\u2026(1 cor. 15:55)

\\n

^6\\xa0As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near. ^7\\xa0I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. ^8\\xa0And now the prize awaits me\\u2014the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing.\\xa0 2 Timothy 4:6-8 (NLT)

\\n

At the end of your life\\u2026 and everyday\\u2026 THIS is the goal (James\\u2026 your life is but a vapor)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Heaven is a reality we need to live in\\u2026 But there are a lot of misconceptions of Heave;

\\n

\\xa7\\xa0 Clouds, robes, halos

\\n

\\xa7\\xa0 Never ending church service (singing forever)

\\n

\\xa7\\xa0 Celestial retirement home

\\n

\\xa7\\xa0 So unreal\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 But what does the bible say about Heaven?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Heaven is a REAL place

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Revelation 21\\u2026 talks all about the city of Heaven, New Jerusalem.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1400 miles in every direction / walls 200 ft. thick of solid jasper / 12 gates made from a single pearl / transparent streets of gold\\u2026 amazing!

\\n

My Father\\u2019s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? ^3\\xa0And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. John 14:2-3 (NIV)

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Heaven is a RIGHT place

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Think about every wrong with this life\\u2026 your life\\u2026

\\n

And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, \\u201cLook! God\\u2019s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ^4\\xa0\\u2018He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death\\u2019 or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.\\u201d^5\\xa0He who was seated on the throne said, \\u201cI am making everything new!\\u201d Revelation 21:3-5 (NIV)

\\n

No pain, disappointment, insecurity, loss of innocence, worry, fear, bills, sickness...

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Heaven is a RELATIONAL place

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

A place where you will see your loved ones who walked with Jesus\\u2026 (Those who didn\\u2019t?)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. ^17\\xa0After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. ^18\\xa0Therefore encourage one another with these words. 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18 (NIV)

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Heaven is a REWARDING place

\\n

\\u201cAnd behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work. Revelation 22:12 (NKJV)

\\n

Transition:\\xa0 That\\u2019s great that we have that to look forward to, but how do we have ETERNAL HOPE\\u2026 Now?

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Remove Your Doubt

\\n

I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. John 14:6 (NLT)

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Replace Your Anxiety

\\n

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NIV)

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Refocus Your Energy

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

When we truly understand heaven\\u2026 we will live different.

\\n

Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, ^2\\xa0looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:1-2 (NKJV)

\\n

Big Idea: Hope is not some elusive idea or feeling that we are always chasing... Hope is not some cliche that hangs on our walls...

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Hope is real... tangible... available.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Challenge:\\xa0 If we will commit to these 4 areas... Not only will we find supernatural levels of HOPE in our lives, but God will use us to carry that HOPE into our world...

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Where are you this morning?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Salvation?

'

-->

Listed in: religion

The Anchor, Week 1: My Anchor

Published: Aug. 9, 2013, 4 a.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 46 seconds

Listed in: religion

We Serve, Week 4: Because We Love

Published: Aug. 7, 2013, 2:19 a.m.
Duration: N/A

\\n

Title to Message:\\xa0 Because We Love

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:13) \\u201cIn this life we have three lasting qualities -- faith, hope and love. But the greatest of them is love.\\u201d

\\n

(1 Corinthians 14:1) (NLT) \\u201cLet love be your highest goal\\u2026

\\n

(1 Corinthians 14:1) (MSG) \\u201cGo after a life of love as if your life depended on it\\u2014because it does.\\u201d

\\n

(1 John 2:9-11) \\u201cAnyone who claims to be in the light but hates his brother is still in the darkness. Whoever loves his brother lives in the light, and there is nothing in him to make him stumble. But whoever hates his brother is in the darkness and walks around in the darkness; he does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded him.\\u201d

\\n

(John 13:34-35) Jesus said, \\u201cA new commandment I give you: Love one another! As I have loved you, so you must love one another. All men will know you are my disciples if you love one another.\\u201d

\\n

Love means: Living for the other person\\u2019s good.\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 5:44) (NLT) But I say, love your enemies!Pray for those who persecute you!

\\n

1. Without love, all that I say is ineffective.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:1) (NIV) \\u201cIf I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.\\u201d

\\n

(Ephesians 4:15) (NLT) \\xa0\\u2026We will speak the truth in love . . .

\\n

2. Without love, all that I know is incomplete.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:2) (NIV) \\u201cIf I have the gift of prophecy, and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge... but do not have love, I am nothing.\\u201d

\\n

(1 Corinthians 8:1) (NIV) \\u201c\\u2026Knowledge puffs up while love builds up.\\u201d

\\n

3. Without love, all that I believe is insufficient.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:2) (NIV) \\xa0\\u201c... and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.\\u201d

\\n

(Galatians 5:6) (NIV) \\u201c... The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.\\u201d

\\n

4. Without love, all that I give is insignificant.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:3) (NIV) \\u201cIf I give all I possess to the poor... but do not have love, I gain nothing.\\u201d

\\n

5. Without love, all that I accomplish is inadequate.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:3) (NIV) \\u201c\\u2026 (if I) give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.\\u201d

\\n

Why do we love?\\xa0

\\n

(1 John 4:19) (NLT) We love each otherbecause he loved us first.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 13:7-8) (PHILLIPS) \\u201cLove knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading of its hope; it can outlast anything. It is, in fact, the one thing that still stands when all else has fallen.\\u201d

\\n

(Colossians 3:14) (LB) \\u201cMost of all, let love guide your life\\u2026\\u201d

\\n

'

-->

Listed in: religion

We Serve, Week 3: Because We Are Free

Published: July 29, 2013, 2:51 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 34 seconds

\\n

Why do WE SERVE?\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0Title:\\xa0 Because We Are Free

\\n

(John 8:36) (NLT) So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.

\\n

(Galatians 5:13) (CEV) My friends, you were chosen to be free. So don\\u2019t use your freedom as an excuse to do anything you want. Use it as an opportunity to serve each other with love.\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:29) (NIV) But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, \\u201cAnd who is my neighbor?\\u201d\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:30) (NIV) In reply Jesus said: \\u201cA man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead.

\\n

(Luke 10:31) (NIV) A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side.

\\n

(Luke 10:31) (NIV) So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side.

\\n

You will always have an excuse to justify not getting involved.

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Interruption

\\n

(Luke 10:33-34) (NIV) But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. ^\\xa0He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him.

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Contribution

\\n

(Luke 10:35) (NIV) The next day he took out two denariiand gave them to the innkeeper. \\u2018Look after him,\\u2019 he said, \\u2018and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.\\u2019\\xa0

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Transformation

\\n

(Luke 10:36-37) (NIV) \\u201cWhich of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?\\u201d The expert in the law replied, \\u201cThe one who had mercy on him.\\u201d Jesus told him, \\u201cGo and do likewise.\\u201d

\\n

(Matthew 9:36) (NIV) When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 9:37-38) (NLT) He said to his disciples, \\u201cThe harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.\\u201d

\\n

(Philippians 2:20-21) (NIV) I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare. For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.

\\n

(1 John 3:16) (Message) This is how we\\u2019ve come to understand and experience love: Christ sacrificed his life for us. This is why we ought to live sacrificially for our fellow believers, and not just be out for ourselves. If you see some brother or sister in need and have the means to do something about it but turn a cold shoulder and do nothing, what happens to God\\u2019s love? It disappears. And you made it disappear.

\\n

\\xa0

'

-->

Listed in: religion

We Serve, Week 2: Because We Grow

Published: July 21, 2013, 2:08 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 34 seconds

Listed in: religion

We Serve, Week 1: Because We Care

Published: July 10, 2013, 2:03 a.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 52 seconds

Listed in: religion

Luke, Week 5: The Walk

Published: July 8, 2013, 4 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 58 seconds

\\n

WE Serve our:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 COUNTY

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 COMMUNITY

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 CHURCH

\\n

COUNTY: 10,000 Cans of food.

\\n

COMMUNITY: Block Parties.\\xa0

\\n

CHURCH: Adding 2 Saturday Night Services starting October 5th: 4:30 & 6:15.

\\n

WE SERVE CENTRAL!\\xa0

\\n

Title of Message: The Walk

\\n

(Luke 24:13) (NIV) Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven milesfrom Jerusalem.

\\n

(Luke 24:14-17) (NIV) They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. ^\\xa0As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; ^\\xa0but they were kept from recognizing him. He asked them, \\u201cWhat are you discussing together as you walk along?\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 24:17-18) (NIV) They stood still, their faces downcast. ^\\xa0One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, \\u201cAre you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Observations from The Walk:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Jesus shows up at the worst moment.

\\n

(Luke 24:19-23) (NIV) \\u201cWhat things?\\u201d he asked. \\u201cAbout Jesus of Nazareth,\\u201d they replied. \\u201cHe was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. ^\\xa0The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. ^\\xa0In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning but didn\\u2019t find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Jesus\\u2019 words will cause your heart to burn

\\n

(Luke 24:25-27) (NIV) He said to them, \\u201cHow foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?\\u201d And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.

\\n

(Luke 24:31-32) (NIV) Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. They asked each other, \\u201cWere not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?\\u201d\\xa0

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Jesus will cause you to take hope back to where you lost it.

\\n

(Luke 24:33-35) (NIV) They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together and saying, \\u201cIt is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.\\u201d Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread.

\\n

(Hebrews 4:12) (NIV) For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.

\\n

\\xa0

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Luke, Week 4: The Prayer

Published: July 8, 2013, 1:55 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 24 seconds

\\n

We would experience the POWER that comes from the stories for ourselves.

\\n

(Luke 18:35-37) (NIV) As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. ^\\xa0When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. ^\\xa0They told him, \\u201cJesus of Nazareth is passing by.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 18:38-39) (NIV) He called out, \\u201cJesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!\\u201d Those who led the way rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, \\u201cSon of David, have mercy on me!\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 18:40-42) (NIV) Jesus stopped and ordered the man to be brought to him. When he came near, Jesus asked him, \\u201cWhat do you want me to do for you?\\u201d\\xa0 \\u201cLord, I want to see,\\u201d he replied. Jesus said to him, \\u201cReceive your sight; your faith has healed you.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 18:43) (NIV) Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, praising God. When all the people saw it, they also praised God.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

How to pray:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray with urgency

\\n

(Psalm 142:1) (NLT) I cry out to the Lord; I plead for the Lord\\u2019s mercy.

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray with perseverance

\\n

(Matthew 7:7)(NIV) Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.

\\n

(Luke 18:39) (NIV) Those who led the way rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, \\u201cSon of David, have mercy on me!\\u201d

\\n

(Colossians 4:2) (GNT) Be persistent in prayer, and keep alert as you pray, giving thanks to God.

\\n

(1 Thessalonians 5:17) (NLT) Never stop praying.

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray specifics

\\n

(Luke 18:41) (NIV) Jesus asked him, \\u201cWhat do you want me to do for you?\\u201d\\xa0 \\u201cLord, I want to see,\\u201d he replied.

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray with faith

\\n

"Heaven is full of answers to prayer for which no one bothered to ask." \\u2013Billy Graham

\\n

(Jeremiah 33:3) (NIV) Call to me and I will answer you\\u2026

\\n

(Job 30:20) (NIV) \\u201cI cry out to you, God, but you do not answer; I stand up, but you merely look at me.

\\n

(Hebrews 11:39) (NIV) These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised,

\\n

(Hebrews 11:40) (NIV) God had planned something better\\u2026

\\n

5.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray with a heart of thankfulness

\\n

(Luke 18:43) (NIV) Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, praising God. When all the people saw it, they also praised God.

\\n

(Isaiah 59:10) (NLT) We grope like the blind along a wall, feeling our way like people without eyes. Even at brightest noontime, we stumble as though it were dark. Among the living, we are like the dead.

\\n

\\xa0

'

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Title of Message:\\xa0 Let\\u2019s Get Real

\\n

The key ingredient to a successful relationship is authenticity.\\xa0

\\n

4 REAL Relationships I need:

\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 1. A REAL Relationship with God.

\\n

2. A REAL Relationship with Godly friends.

\\n

3. A REAL Relationship with Church.
(Ephesians 2:19) (ESV) So then you are no longer strangers and aliens,but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God,

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 4. A REAL Relationship with a Team.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 3:9) (GNT) For we are partners working together for God,

\\n

(Colossians 2:19) (CEV) Christ gives the body its strength, and he uses its joints and muscles to hold it together, as it grows by the power of God.

\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Email or Text us at: ask@freedom-church.org

\\n

4 Results of REAL Godly Relationships:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Encouragement

\\n

(Hebrews 3:12-13) (CEV) My friends, watch out! Don\\u2019t let evil thoughts or doubts make any of you turn from the living God. ^\\xa0You must encourage one another each day.

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Prayer

\\n

(Colossians 4:12) (NIV) Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you,

\\n

(Colossians 4:12) (NIV) that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Authenticity

\\n

(Proverbs 28:13) (NLT) People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.

\\n

(Ephesians 4:25) (NIV) Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Growth

\\n

(Colossians 2:19) (CEV) Christ gives the body its strength, and he uses its joints and muscles to hold it together, as it grows by the power of God.

\\n

(Romans 1:12) (NLT) When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Tree of Life, Week 4: Old Life vs. New Life

Published: May 2, 2013, 3:28 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 53 seconds

Listed in: religion

Tree of Life, Week 3: Slave vs. Son

Published: April 24, 2013, 2:42 a.m.
Duration: N/A

Listed in: religion

Tree of Life, Week 2: Law vs Grace

Published: April 24, 2013, 2:35 a.m.
Duration: N/A

\\n

Don\\u2019t miss this compelling look at the very first relational story in the Bible. Within this incredible story lies absolutes that define how we read and interpret the rest of the Bible but most importantly how we live as followers of Jesus.

\\n

Title of message is: Law vs. Grace.

Living in the Tree of life means: Making choices that lead to life.

\\n

Living in the Tree of the knowledge of good and evil means: Making choices that lead to death.

\\n

(Proverbs 14:12) (NLT) There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.

\\n

\\xa0(Genesis 3:6) (NIV) When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.

\\n

MISGUIDED MYTHS

\\n

(2 Timothy 4:3-4) (NIV) For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths.

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 If I do something wrong, I should do something right.\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 If I do something right, I deserve something good.

\\n

(Galatians 3:1) (NLT) Oh, foolish Galatians! Who has cast an evil spell on you?

\\n

(Galatians 3:1-2) (NLT) For the meaning of Jesus Christ\\u2019s death was made as clear to you as if you had seen a picture of his death on the cross.\\xa0 Let me ask you this one question: Did you receive the Holy Spirit by obeying the law of Moses? Of course not! You received the Spirit because you believed the message you heard about Christ.

\\n

(Galatians 3:3) (NLT) How foolish can you be? After starting your Christian lives in the Spirit, why are you now trying to become perfect by your own human effort?

\\n

(Galatians 3:10) (NLT) But those who depend on the law to make them right with God are under his curse, for the Scriptures say, \\u201cCursed is everyone who does not observe and obey all the commands that are written in God\\u2019s Book of the Law.\\u201d

\\n

(Galatians 3:11) (NLT) So it is clear that no one can be made right with God by trying to keep the law. For the Scriptures say, \\u201cIt is through faith that a righteous person has life.\\u201d

\\n

(Galatians 3:19) (NLT) Why, then, was the law given?

\\n

(Galatians 3:24-25) (NLT) Let me put it another way. The law was our guardian until Christ came; it protected us until we could be made right with God through faith. ^\\xa0And now that the way of faith has come, we no longer need the law as our guardian.

\\n

\\xa01.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Where there is no law, there is no sin.

\\n

\\xa02.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 The Law leads us to Christ

\\n

Grace is:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 G - God\\u2019s gift to me.

\\n

\\xa0(Romans 6:23) (NIV) For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 R - Received by faith.

\\n

(Ephesians 2:8-9) (NIV) For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith\\u2014and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God\\u2014 not by works, so that no one can boast.

\\n

(Romans 4:16) (NCV) So people receive God\\u2019s promise by having faith. This happens so the promise can be a free gift.

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 A- Available to everyone.

\\n

(Romans 10:13) (NLT) \\u201cEveryone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.\\u201d

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 C- Comes through Christ.

\\n

\\xa0 (John 1:17) (NIV) For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.

\\n

(Romans 5:15) (NCV) \\u2026many people died because of the sin of that one man. But the grace from God was much greater; many people received God\\u2019s gift of life by the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ.

\\n

\\xa0(Galatians 2:21) (NLT) I do not treat the grace of God as meaningless. For if keeping the law could make us right with God, then there was no need for Christ to die.

\\n

5.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 E - Extended throughout eternity.

\\n

\\xa0(Romans 6:1-2) (NLT) Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? ^\\xa0Of course not!

\\n

\\xa0 (Isaiah 30:18) (NIV) ...the Lord longs to be gracious to you.

'

Published: Feb. 20, 2013, 2:30 a.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 57 seconds

\\n

(Hebrews 12:2) (MSG) Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we\\u2019re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed\\u2014that exhilarating finish in and with God\\u2014he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Hebrews 12:3) (MSG) When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Title of Message:\\xa0 In My Marriage

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 19:26) (NIV84) Jesus said, \\u201cWith man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

A person on their face before God will never fall from that position.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

How do we fight for our marriage in the fire?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Know the REAL cause of the fire.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Ephesians 6:12) (NLT) For weare not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(1 Peter 5:8) (NLT) Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(John 10:10) (NIV84) The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Take responsibility during the fire.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Romans 12:18) (NIV84) If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Extinguish the fire

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Encouragement.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Philippians 2:1-2) (NIV84) If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Philippians 2:3-4) (NIV84) Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.

\\n

\\xa0

'

-->

Listed in: religion

In Case of Fire, Week 1: In My Life

Published: Feb. 3, 2013, 5:13 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 57 seconds

\\n

(Matthew 19:26) (NIV84) Jesus looked at them and said, \\u201cWith man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0(Hebrews 12:2) (MSG) Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we\\u2019re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed\\u2014that exhilarating finish in and with God\\u2014he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever.

\\n

\\xa0(Hebrews 12:3) (MSG) When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!

\\n

\\xa0Fear and insecurity are two pieces of evidence that I do not have my eyes focused on Jesus! \\u2013 Perry Noble

\\n

\\xa0(Job 3:23) (MSG) \\u201cWhat\\u2019s the point of life when it doesn\\u2019t make sense, when God blocks all the roads to meaning?\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0Until I get to heaven, there are some things I will never understand.

\\n

\\xa0Title of Message:\\xa0 In My life

\\n

\\xa0How to survive a fire in my life:

\\n

\\xa01.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 STOP thinking earthly thoughts.

\\n

\\xa0START thinking eternal.

\\n

\\xa0(Job 42:2) (NLT) \\u201cI know that you can do anything, and no one can stop you. \\u201cYou asked, \\u2018Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?\\u2019 It is I\\u2014and I was talking about things I knew nothing about, things far too wonderful for me.

\\n

\\xa0(Isaiah 55:8-9)(CEB) \\u201cMy plans aren\\u2019t your plans, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord. Just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my plans than your plans.

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 DROP the Reigns of Control. \\xa0

\\n

(Proverbs 3:5-6) (NLT) Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.

\\n

(Psalm 32:8) (NLT) The Lord says, \\u201cI will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.

\\n

PICK UP the promises of God.

\\n

(Jeremiah 29:11) (NLT) For I know the plans I have for you,\\u201d says the Lord. \\u201cThey are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.

\\n

(Proverbs 19:21) (NIV84) Many are the plans in a man\\u2019s heart, but it is the Lord\\u2019s purpose that prevails.

\\n

3. ROLL up your sleeves.

\\n

Go Forward in Faith.

\\n

(Ephesians 6:11) (NLT) Put on all of God\\u2019s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.

\\n

(Ephesians 6:14) (NLT) Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God\\u2019s righteousness.

\\n

(Ephesians 6:15) (NLT) \\xa0For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.

\\n

(Ephesians 6:16) (NLT) In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.

\\n

(Ephesians 6:17) (NLT) Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

\\n

Random acts of greatness pale in comparison to habitual acts of faithfulness.

\\n

(James 5:11) (MSG) \\u201cYou\\u02bcve heard, of course, of Job\\u02bcs staying power, and you know how God brought it all together for him at the end. That\'s because God cares, cares right down to the last detail.\\u201d

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Remind Me, Week 4: Who God Is

Published: Jan. 29, 2013, 2:10 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 18 seconds

Listed in: religion

Remind Me, Week 2: What's Most Important

Published: Jan. 24, 2013, 4:20 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 42 seconds

Listed in: religion

Remind Me, Week 1: Why I'm Here

Published: Jan. 24, 2013, 4:13 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 35 seconds

Listed in: religion

Who's In Your Boat (Pastor Scott Drummond)

Published: Jan. 1, 2013, 8:26 p.m.
Duration: N/A

\\n

Who\\u2019s in your boat?

\\n

Scott Drummond

\\n

12/30/2012

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Matthew 8:23-27

\\n

Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The disciples went and woke him, saying, \\u201cLord, save us! We\\u2019re going to drown!\\u201d He replied, \\u201cYou of little faith, why are you so afraid?\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. The men were amazed and asked, \\u201cWhat kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Mark 4:35-41

\\n

That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat.

\\n

There were also other boats with him.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. \\xa0Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, "Teacher, don\'t you care if we drown?"

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, "Quiet! Be still!" Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?"

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

They were terrified and asked each other, "Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!"

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

\\n

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Love Came Down, Week 5: To Adopt Me Into His Family (Christmas Eve)

Published: Jan. 1, 2013, 7:48 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 32 seconds

Listed in: religion

Love Came Down, Week 4: To Give Me Peace

Published: Jan. 1, 2013, 7:19 p.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 46 seconds

\\n

Title of Message:\\xa0 To bring me peace

\\n

\\xa0(John 6:51) (NLT) I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever; and this bread, which I will offer so the world may live, is my flesh.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0(Luke 2:6-7) \\u201cWhile they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 12:51) \\u201cDo you think I came to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.\\u201d

\\n

(John 16:33) \\u201cI have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.\\u201d

\\n

The Peace Predicament

\\n

1. Unavoidable circumstances.

\\n

(Jeremiah 4:20) \\u201cDisaster follows disaster; the whole land lies in ruins. In an instant my tents are destroyed, my shelter in a moment.\\u201d

\\n

2. Unbearable people.

\\n

(Psalms 109:3) \\u201cWith words of hatred they surround me; they attack me without cause.\\u201d

\\n

3. Unexplainable problems.

\\n

(Matthew 27:46) \\u201cMy God, my God, why have you forsaken me?\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 2:10-14) \\u201cDo not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.\\u201d Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, \\u201cGlory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 2:14) (GW) \\u201cGlory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those who have his good will!\\u201d\\xa0

\\n

(John 14:27)(LB) \\u201cI am leaving you with a gift \\u2013 peace of mind and heart! And the peace I give isn\\u2019t fragile like the peace the world gives. So don\\u2019t be troubled or afraid.\\u201d

\\n

Find the favor of God by:

\\n

1. Receiving God\\u2019s pardon.

\\n

(Romans 5:1) \\u201cTherefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.\\u201d

\\n

2. Running to God\\u2019s presence.

\\n

(Isaiah 26:3) \\u201cYou will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.\\u201d

\\n

3. Respecting God\\u2019s principles.

\\n

(Psalm 119:165) \\u201cGreat peace have they who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.\\u201d\\xa0

\\n

'

Published: Sept. 20, 2012, 3:33 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 36 seconds

\\n

Financial Margin Message

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

How many live occasionally with financial stress?

\\n

See how normal this is for us?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Financial margin is having $3000 come in for the month and spending $2500.\\xa0 You are left with $500 in margin

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

If you get n $3000 and spend $3000 how much margin do you have? 0

\\n

If you get in $3000 and spend $3500 you are over the edge

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Margin \\u2013 the distance from where you are to the edge of the cliff

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Freedom to give without stress

\\n

Money to purchase time margin

\\n

Money to do something you have wanted to do

\\n

Ability to be at rest

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Most people do not have financial margin

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Prov. 21:20 The wise store up choice food and olive oil,\\u2028but fools gulp theirs down

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 But a foolish person lives paycheck to paycheck

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

This is not dependent on income

\\n

In the house of the WISE is more than enough

\\n

Wise way and foolish way of doing things

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

friend \\u2013 wealthy friends not living with margin

\\n

Fighting to keep up with their lifestyle

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Other friend \\u2013 plain, house\\u2026peace in this home

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Most people with an untrained eye would say, \\u201cthey are not rich\\u201d

\\n

But that is wrong.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Home with margin is rich in what matters most

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Verse.

\\n

I timothy 6 6\\xa0But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7\\xa0For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. 8\\xa0But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. 9\\xa0Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. 10\\xa0For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Godliness with contentment is great gain\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Cultures definition of happiness

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Most of us have lifestyle way past margin

\\n

Its not an income problem, it\\u2019s a lifestyle problem

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Not a lifestyle problem but a spiritual problem

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Matthew verse\\u2026 19\\xa0\\u201cDo not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20\\xa0But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21\\xa0For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

So what do we do?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Earn more or spend less\\u2026

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

But you are smart and already know that.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

The problem is a deeper root problem

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

How do we create margin?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

You must put God first in your finances

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Tithe \\u2013 you will experience God\\u2019s blessings

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Malachi 3:10\\xa0Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,\\u201d says the Lord Almighty, \\u201cand see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2 key principles:

\\n

1. When we bring our first and our best, God will bless the rest

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Tithing builds our faith

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2. When you put God first you will be supernaturally content

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Proverbs 15:16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord\\u2028than great wealth with turmoil.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Better, better, better, better

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

When you realize its better you do things different

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

You will end up with more of what matters

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Proverbs 8:18-19

\\n

18\\xa0With me are riches and honor,\\u2028\\xa0enduring wealth and prosperity.

\\n

19\\xa0My fruit is better than fine gold;\\u2028\\xa0what I yield surpasses choice silver.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Gave away cars, sponsor children,

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Better, better

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Margin, Week 1: What is Margin?

Published: Sept. 15, 2012, 2:55 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 43 seconds

\\n

Title of Message: What is Margin?

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Margin:\\xa0 The amount available beyond what is necessary.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Margin: The difference between what you have and what you need.\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:38-40) As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord\'s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:40) She came to him and asked, "Lord, don\'t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!"

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 7:13) \\u2026For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 7:14) But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Romans 12:2) Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God\\u2019s will is\\u2014his good, pleasing and perfect will.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:41) "Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

When Margin Decreases:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Stress Increases

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Relational Intimacy Decreases

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Where Margin Begins:

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Matthew 11:28-29) Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. \\xa0

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Psalm 46:10) Be still, and know that I am God.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Isaiah 58:11) The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

[SALVATION PRAYER]

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 10:38-40) As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord\'s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made.

\\n

\\xa0\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 22:19) And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, \\u201cThis is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.\\u201d

\\n

^\\xa0(Luke 22:20) In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, \\u201cThis cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

[COMMUNION]

\\n

\\xa0

'

\\n\\n

What am I doing with the hours that I\\nhave been given?
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n\\n

What sacrifices do I need to make to\\nkeep this commitment?\\xa0
\\n
\\nAre you committed to your family?

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nConsistency\\n

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n(Deuteronomy 6:7) (NLT) \\u201cRepeat them again and again to your\\nchildren.\\u201d
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(1 John 3:18)\\n\\u201cDear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions\\nand in truth.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

Who do I need to start spending more\\ntime with?
\\n\\xa0
\\nWhat do I need to cut out of my schedule to be more consistent?\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nConversations

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n(Deuteronomy 6:7) (NLT) \\u201cTalk about them when you are at home and when\\nyou are away on a journey, when you are lying down and when you are getting up\\nagain.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\nWho do I need to talk to about my life?
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n\\n

How can I spend more time in\\nconversation with them? \\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0\\u201cThe future is\\nsomething which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever\\nhe does, whoever he is.\\u201d CS Lewis

\\n\\n\\n\\n

40\\nHours in church PURPLE

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

900\\nhours in school BLUE

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

1000\\nhours watching TV [WHITE]

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

1300\\nhours playing video games and on the computer YELLOW

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

3000\\nhours we spend together as a family \\xa0RED

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

Who\\nhas the greatest influence over children to become like Christ?\\xa0\\xa0 The\\nFamily

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n\\n

(Psalm 145:4-7) \\u201cOne generation will commend your\\nworks to another; they will tell of your mighty acts. They will speak of the\\nglorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works.\\nThey will tell of the power of your awesome works, and I will proclaim your\\ngreat deeds. They will celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of\\nyour righteousness.\\u201d

\\n\\n

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

\\n

\\n\\n

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Family Tree, Part 3: Leave, Cleave & Become

Published: Aug. 20, 2009, 3:03 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 43 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nLeave

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n(Genesis 2:24)\\xa0(Amplified Bible) \\u201cTherefore a man shall leave his\\nfather and his mother\\u2026\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Matthew 19:29) \\u201cAnd everyone who\\nhas left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or\\nfields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit\\neternal life.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nCleave

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Genesis 2:24)\\xa0(Amplified Bible) \\u201cTherefore a man shall\\nleave his father and his mother and shall become united and cleave to his\\nwife\\u2026\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ephesians 4:3)\\xa0(NLT) ^\\u201cMake\\nevery effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves\\ntogether with peace. \\u201c

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nBecome

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Genesis 2:24)\\xa0(Amplified Bible) \\u201cTherefore a man shall\\nleave his father and his mother and shall become united and cleave to his wife,\\nand they shall become one flesh.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

What\\nare you becoming?\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Hebrews\\n13:4)\\xa0 \\u201cMarriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept\\npure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(James 1:17)\\xa0 \\u201cEvery good and perfect gift is from\\nabove\\u2026\\u201d
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n

(Ephesians 5:22-24) \\u201cWives, submit to your husbands as to\\nthe Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the\\nchurch, his body, of which he is the Savior. Now as the church submits to\\nChrist, so also wives should submit to their husbands in everything.\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ephesians 5:25-27) \\u201cHusbands, love your wives, just as\\nChrist loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing\\nher by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself\\nas a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy\\nand blameless.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ephesians 5:28-30) \\u201cIn this same way, husbands ought to\\nlove their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself.\\nAfter all, no one ever hated his own body, but he feeds and cares for it, just\\nas Christ does the church\\u2014 for we are members of his body.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ephesians 5:31-32) "For this reason a man will leave his\\nfather and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one\\nflesh."

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ephesians 5:32-33) \\u201cThis is a profound mystery\\u2014but I\\nam talking about Christ and the church. However, each one of you also must love\\nhis wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\nVIDEO of Home

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Family Tree, Part 2: Sins of Our Fathers

Published: Aug. 14, 2009, 4:20 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 56 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nNever minimize sin
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nStay faithful to God
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nDon\\u2019t make excuses
\\n
\\n

\\n\\n\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nStand
\\n
\\n

Published: Aug. 5, 2009, 3:20 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 34 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nBecome\\na new person with a new family.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Romans 10:9)\\xa0(NIV) \\u201cThat if\\nyou confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your\\nheart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(2 Corinthians 5:17)\\xa0 \\u201cTherefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation;\\nthe old has gone, the new has come!\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Luke 14:26) (MSG) \\u201c\\u2026"Anyone who comes to me but refuses to let go of\\nfather, mother, spouse, children, brothers, sisters\\u2014yes, even one\'s own\\nself!\\u2014can\'t be my disciple.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

Luke 8:20-21\\xa0(NLT) \\u201cSomeone told Jesus, \\u201cYour\\nmother and your brothers are outside, and they want to see you.\\u201d\\xa0\\nJesus replied, \\u201cMy mother and my brothers are all those who hear\\nGod\\u2019s word and obey it.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nGive\\nGod the broken pieces

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Exodus\\n15:26)\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 \\u201c\\u2026for I am the Lord who heals you.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Jeremiah 30:17)\\xa0(NLT)\\n\\u201cI will give you back your health and heal your wounds,\\u201d says the Lord.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nBegin\\na new family tree

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Proverbs 20:7)\\xa0(Msg)\\n\\u201cGod-loyal people, living honest lives, make it much easier for their\\nchildren.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Psalm 145:4)\\xa0(Msg) \\u201cGeneration\\nafter generation stands in awe of your work; each one tells stories of your\\nmighty acts.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

At The Movies, Part 4: We Are Marshall

Published: July 29, 2009, 3:01 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 59 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nReveal\\nthe hurt.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n(Psalm 32:3)\\xa0 \\u201cWhen I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my\\ngroaning all day long.\\u201d\\xa0
\\n
\\n(Psalm 39:2) \\u201cBut when I was silent and still, not even saying anything\\ngood, my anguish increased.\\u201d\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nRelease\\nthe pain.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\n(Isaiah 43:18-19)\\xa0 \\u201cForget the former things; do not dwell on the\\npast.\\xa0 See, I am doing a new thing!\\xa0 Now it springs up; do you not\\nperceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the\\nwasteland.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nRefocus\\non God.

\\n\\n\\n\\n
\\n(1 Peter 5:6-7) \\u201cHumble yourselves, therefore, under God\\u2019s mighty\\nhand, that he may lift you up in due time.\\xa0 Cast all your anxiety on him\\nbecause he cares for you.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

At The Movies, Part 3: The Bucket List

Published: July 24, 2009, 3:24 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 25 seconds 1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nToday\\nmatters.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Psalm\\n90:12)\\xa0 \\u201cTeach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a\\nheart of wisdom.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(James\\n4:17)\\xa0 \\u201cAnyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and\\ndoesn\\u2019t do it, sins.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nPeople\\nmatter.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Matthew\\n25:35)\\xa0 \\u201cFor I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was\\nthirsty and you gave me something to drink\\u2026whatever you did for one of\\nthe least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nEternity\\nmatters.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Hebrews\\n9:27)\\xa0 \\u201c\\u2026man is destined to die once, and after that to face\\njudgment.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Luke\\n12:14-21)\\xa0 Jesus told them this parable: \\u201cThe ground of a certain\\nrich man produced a good crop.\\xa0 He thought to himself, \\u2018What shall I\\ndo? I have no place to store my crops.\\u2019\\xa0 Then he said, \\u2018This\\nis what I\\u2019ll do. I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, and\\nthere I will store all my grain and my goods.\\xa0 And I\\u2019ll say to\\nmyself, \\u201cYou have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take life\\neasy; eat, drink and be merry.\\u201d \\u2019 \\u201cBut God said to him,\\n\\u2018You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who\\nwill get what you have prepared for yourself?\\u2019\\xa0 \\u201cThis is how\\nit will be with anyone who stores up things for himself but is not rich toward\\nGod.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\nMovie Clip 02

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.
'

-->

Listed in: religion

At The Movies, Part 2: Walk The Line

Published: July 16, 2009, 2:15 p.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 9 seconds

Listed in: religion

At The Movies, Part 1: Remember the Titans

Published: July 10, 2009, 2:49 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 49 seconds

Listed in: religion

Rob Price - Need a Filter Change?

Published: July 10, 2009, 2:47 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 24 seconds

Listed in: religion

The Father's Formula

Published: June 26, 2009, 1:42 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 51 seconds \\xfc\\nEvaluation\\n\\u2013 see trials through the eyes of faith.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(James 1:3)\\xa0\\n\\u201c\\u2026because you know that the testing of your faith develops\\nperseverance.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xfc\\nInformation\\n\\u2013 understand what the trial is producing.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(1 Peter 1:6-7)\\xa0 \\u201cIn\\nthis you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to\\nsuffer grief in all kinds of trials.\\xa0 These have come so that your faith--of\\ngreater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may be\\nproved genuine and may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is\\nrevealed.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(James 1:4)\\xa0 \\u201cPerseverance must\\nfinish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking\\nanything.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xfc\\nCooperation\\n\\u2013 work with God in the process.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Romans 8:28)\\xa0\\n\\u201cAnd we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love\\nhim, who have been called according to his purpose.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\n(James 1:5)\\xa0 \\u201cIf any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives\\ngenerously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xfc\\nConversation\\n\\u2013 ask for God\\u2019s help.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(James 1:6-7)\\xa0\\n\\u201cBut when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts\\nis like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.\\xa0 That man should not\\nthink he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man,\\nunstable in all he does.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n(James 1:12)\\xa0 \\u201cBlessed\\nis the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he\\nwill receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love\\nhim.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.
'

-->

Listed in: religion

Consumed, Part 2: True Worshippers

Published: June 19, 2009, 2:14 a.m.
Duration: 49 minutes 34 seconds 3\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Qualities of a True Worshiper\\xa0

\\n\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 WORSHIP WITH AWE.

\\n\\n

(Revelation 1:16-17a) \\u201cIn his right hand he held seven stars\\u2026His face was like the sun shining in all its brilliance. When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead\\u2026\\u201d

\\n\\n

Shachah (shaw-khaw\')

\\n\\n

(Hebrews 12:28-29) \\u201cTherefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire.\\u201d \\xa0

\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0

\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 2. WORSHIP WITH ABANDONMENT.

\\n\\n

(2 Samuel 6:21, 22) \\u201cDavid said to Michal\\u2026\\u2019I will celebrate before the LORD. I will become even more undignified than this, and I will be humiliated in my own eyes\\u2026\\u2019\\u201d

\\n\\n

Hallal (hal-lal\\u2019)

\\n\\n

3. WORSHIP WITH INTIMACY.

\\n\\n

(Psalm 27:4) \\u201cOne thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple.\\u201d

\\n\\n

Sharath (shaw-rath\')

\\n\\n(Psalm 63:2-5) \\u201cI have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands. My soul will be satisfied as with the richest of foods; with singing lips my mouth will praise you.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.
'

-->

Listed in: religion

Consumed, Part 1: War for Our Worship

Published: June 9, 2009, 12:24 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 23 seconds A.\\xa0\\xa0\\nThe\\nAudience

\\n\\n\\n\\n

B.\\xa0\\xa0\\nThe\\nPerformer

\\n\\n\\n\\n

C.\\xa0\\xa0\\nThe\\nDirector

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

How\\ndo we learn to worship?\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

Who\\nis God and what has He done?

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Hebrews\\n12:28-29) \\u201c\\u2026since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot\\nbe shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably\\nwith reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

How\\ndo I do it?
\\n
\\nRespond naturally to His supernatural goodness

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Matthew\\n18:20) \\u201cFor where two or three come together in my name, there am I with\\nthem."\\u201d

\\n\\n

In\\nview of who God is and what He has done, I bring an offering.\\xa0 And I am\\nthe offering.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n(Romans\\n12: 1 ) \\u201cTherefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God\'s mercy, to\\noffer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-this is\\nyour spiritual act of worship.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.'

-->

Listed in: religion

ER,,Part 5: Discharge Instructions

Published: June 3, 2009, 3:11 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 51 seconds Untreated pain.\\xa0\\nWounds from others

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Hebrews 12:15)\\xa0\\n\\u201cSee to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root\\ngrows up to cause trouble and defile many.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Jeremiah 6:14)\\xa0\\n\\u201cThey dress the wound of my people as though it were not serious.\\n\\u2018Peace, peace,\\u2019 they say, when there is no peace.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Psalm 147:3)\\xa0 \\u201cHe heals the\\nbrokenhearted and binds up their wounds.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

Unawareness of\\nspiritual activity.\\xa0 Curse of the devil

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(1 Peter 5:8-9)\\xa0 \\u201cBe\\nself-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring\\nlion looking for someone to devour.\\xa0 Resist him, standing firm in the\\nfaith.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

Discharge Instructions

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:7-8)\\xa0 \\u201cYou used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived.\\xa0 But\\nnow you must rid yourselves of all such things\\u2026\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Make up your\\nmind to change.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:8)\\xa0 \\u201cBut now you must rid yourselves of all such things as these:\\nanger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Ask for\\nGod\\u2019s help.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:10)\\xa0 \\u201c\\u2026put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge\\nin the image of its Creator.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Be motivated by\\nlove.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:12-14)\\xa0 \\u201cTherefore, as God\\u2019s chosen people, holy and dearly\\nloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and\\npatience.\\xa0 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have\\nagainst one another.\\xa0 Forgive as the Lord forgave you.\\xa0 And over all these\\nvirtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.\\u201d \\xa0\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n

The six facets\\nof love:
\\nCompassion
\\nKindness
\\nHumility

\\n\\n\\n\\n

Gentleness

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Patience

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Forgiveness

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Fight for unity.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:15)\\xa0 \\u201cLet the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of\\none body you were called to peace.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

5.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Stay positive.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:15-17)\\xa0 \\u201cAnd be thankful.\\xa0 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly\\nas you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms,\\nhymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.\\xa0 And whatever\\nyou do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus,\\ngiving thanks to God the Father through him.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

6.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Keep your focus\\non others.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Colossians\\n3:18-21)\\xa0 \\u201cWives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.\\xa0\\nHusbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.\\xa0 Children, obey your\\nparents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.\\xa0 Fathers, do not embitter\\nyour children, or they will become discouraged.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Proverbs 18:1) (NKJV) \\u201cA man who\\nisolates himself seeks his own desire; He rages against all wise\\njudgment.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Ecclesiastes\\n4:9-10)\\xa0(NLT) \\u201cTwo people are better off than one, for they can help\\neach other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But\\nsomeone who falls alone is in real trouble.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

ER, Part 4: Life Support

Published: May 28, 2009, 5:41 p.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 17 seconds \\xfc Reckless words.

\\n

(Proverbs 12:18)\\xa0 \\u201cReckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.\\u201d

\\n

\\xfc Negative attitudes.

\\n

(Romans 8:6)\\xa0 \\u201cThe mind of sinful man is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace.\\u201d

\\n

\\xfc An unbalanced life.

\\n

(Luke 21:34)\\xa0 \\u201cBe careful, or your hearts will be weighed down with dissipation, drunkenness and the anxieties of life, and that day will close on you unexpectedly like a trap.\\u201d

\\n

\\xfc Wrong choices.

\\n

(Proverbs 11:19)\\xa0 \\u201cThe truly righteous man attains life, but he who pursues evil goes to his death.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

Life Support

\\n

(Matthew 20:25-26)\\xa0 Jesus called them together and said, \\u201cYou know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them.\\xa0 Not so with you.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

5 Secrets to creating life-giving environments:

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Give them something unexpected.

\\n

(John 3:16)\\xa0 \\u201cFor God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.\\u201d

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Show them special attention.

\\n

(Matthew 17:1)\\xa0 \\u201cAfter six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves.\\u201d

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Express unconditional acceptance.

\\n

(Mark 10:16)\\xa0 \\u201cAnd he took the children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them.\\u201d

\\n

4.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Encourage them with your words.

\\n

(Matthew 16:17-18)\\xa0 Jesus replied, \\u201cBlessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by man, but by my Father in heaven.\\xa0 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.\\u201d

\\n

(Proverbs 18:21) (MSG) \\u201cWords kill, words give life; they\'re either poison or fruit\\u2014you choose.\\u201d

\\n

5.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Put their agenda ahead of your own.

\\n

(Mark 10:45)\\xa0 \\u201cFor even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

ER, Part 3: Extraordinary Communication

Published: May 20, 2009, 6:02 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 28 seconds

Listed in: religion

ER, Part 2: Rx for a Healthy Family

Published: May 14, 2009, 5:14 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 19 seconds

Listed in: religion

ER, Part 1: A Matter of the Heart

Published: May 8, 2009, 3:55 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 26 seconds

Listed in: religion

I Love My Church, Part 2: Life Transformation

Published: April 30, 2009, 12:15 p.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 31 seconds We bury it.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Proverbs\\n28:13)\\xa0 \\u201cHe who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses\\nand renounces them finds mercy.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

We beat\\nourselves up.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Romans 7:24)\\xa0 \\u201cWhat a wretched\\nman I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death?\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Psalm 38:4-8)\\xa0 \\u201cI am drowning in\\nthe flood of my sins, they are a burden too heavy to bear.\\xa0 Because I have been\\nfoolish, I\\u2019m utterly worn out and crushed, my heart is\\ntroubled\\u2026\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

We blame others.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Genesis 3:13)\\xa0\\n\\u201cThe\\nserpent deceived me, and I ate.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

1 Peter 5:8\\xa0(NLT) Stay alert! Watch\\nout for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion,\\nlooking for someone to devour.

\\n\\n\\n\\n

We build on it.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Isaiah\\n43:18-19)\\xa0 \\u201cForget the former things; do not dwell on the past.\\xa0 See, I\\nam doing a new thing!\\xa0 Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?\\xa0 I am making\\na way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

How do I find real life transformation?

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nForgive\\nyourself.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(John 8:9-11)\\xa0 At this, those who heard\\nbegan to go away one at a time, the older ones first, until only Jesus was\\nleft, with the woman still standing there. Jesus straightened up and asked her,\\n\\u201cWoman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?\\u201d\\xa0 \\u201cNo one,\\nsir,\\u201d she said. \\u201cThen neither do I condemn you,\\u201d Jesus\\ndeclared. \\u201cGo now and leave your life of sin.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Romans 8:1-2)\\xa0 \\u201cTherefore, there\\nis now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through\\nChrist Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and\\ndeath.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nForgive\\nothers.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Matthew 6:14-15)\\xa0 \\u201cFor if you\\nforgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive\\nyou. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive\\nyour sins.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 (Matthew 18:21-22)\\xa0 Then Peter came to\\nJesus and asked, \\u201cLord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he\\nsins against me? Up to seven times?\\u201d Jesus answered, \\u201cI tell you,\\nnot seven times, but seventy-seven times.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\nForgive\\nGod.

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Jeremiah\\n29:11-13)\\xa0 \\u201cFor I know the plans I have for you,\\u201d declares the\\nLORD, \\u201cplans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope\\nand a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will\\nlisten to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your\\nheart.\\u201d

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n

(Psalm 145:13-14, 17-20) The LORD is\\nfaithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made. The LORD\\nupholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down\\u2026The LORD\\nis righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The LORD is\\nnear to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth\\u2026he hears\\ntheir cry and saves them. The LORD watches over all who love him\\u2026

\\n\\n\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n(Philippians\\n3:13-14)\\xa0 \\u201cBrothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of\\nit. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is\\nahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me\\nheavenward in Christ Jesus.\\u201d

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

\\n\\n\\n
'

-->

Listed in: religion

I Love My Church, Part 1: Thirty-Four

Published: April 23, 2009, 5:18 p.m.
Duration: 53 minutes 30 seconds \\xfc Jerusalem \\u2013 My City.

\\n

(James 1:27 Msg)\\xa0 \\u201cReal religion, the kind that passes muster before God the Father, is this: Reach out to the homeless and loveless in their plight...\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xfc Judea and Samaria \\u2013 My Nation.

\\n

(1 Corinthians 9:22 LB)\\xa0 \\u201cWhatever a person is like, I try to find common ground with him so that he will let me tell him about Christ and let Christ save him.\\u201d

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

\\xfc To the ends of the earth \\u2013 My World.

\\n

(Mark 16:15 NCV)\\xa0 Jesus said to His followers, \\u201cGo everywhere in the world, and tell the Good News to everyone.\\u201d

\\n

Three Fundamental Truths

\\n

\\xa0

\\n

1.\\xa0 We are blessed to be a blessing.

\\n

(Genesis 12:2 NLT)\\xa0 \\u201cI will bless you\\u2026and you will be a blessing to others.\\u201d

\\n

2.\\xa0 When we bless others God takes care of our needs.

\\n

(Luke 18:29-30 GW)\\xa0 \\u201cI guarantee this.\\xa0 Anyone who gives up anything for the kingdom of God will certainly receive many times more in this life and will receive eternal life in the next world to come.\\u201d

\\n

(Luke 6:38 Message)\\xa0 \\u201cGive your life away and you\\u2019ll find your life given back.\\xa0 But not merely given back.\\xa0 Given back with bonus and blessing.\\u201d\\xa0

\\n

3. The more we\\u2019re blessed by God the more He expects us to help others.\\xa0

\\n

(Luke 12:48 LB)\\xa0 \\u201c\\u2026Much is required from those to whom much is given.\\xa0 For their responsibility is greater.\\u201d

\\n

What can I do?

\\n

1.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Pray.

\\n

(Matthew 9:37-38)\\xa0 \\u201cThen he said to his disciples, \\u2018The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.\\xa0 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.\\u2019\\u201d

\\n

2.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Go.

\\n

(Isaiah 6:8-9)\\xa0 \\u201cThen I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, \\u2018Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?\\u2019 Then I said, \\u2018Here am I. Send me!\\u2019...\\u2019\\u201d

\\n

3.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Give.

\\n

(Matthew 6:19-21)\\xa0 \\u201cDo not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.\\xa0 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.\\xa0 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.\\u201d

\\n
(Mark 8:35 LB)\\xa0 \\u201cIf you insist on saving your life, you will lose it. Only those who throw away their lives for My sake and for the sake of the Good News will ever know what it means to really live.\\u201d

\\n

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion

Miracles, Part 5: The Greatest Miracle of All

Published: April 16, 2009, 11:56 a.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 52 seconds

Listed in: religion

Miracles, Part 4: Raising Lazarus from the Dead

Published: April 9, 2009, 12:06 p.m.
Duration: 49 minutes 13 seconds \\xfc We don\\u2019t understand how God works.

\\n\\n

(John 11:6)\\xa0 \\u201cYet when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days.\\u201d

\\n\\n

(John 11:11-13)\\xa0 After he had said this, he went on to tell them, \\u201cOur friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going there to wake him up.\\u201d\\xa0 His disciples replied, \\u201cLord, if he sleeps, he will get better.\\u201d\\xa0 Jesus had been speaking of his death, but his disciples thought he meant natural sleep.

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n

\\xfc We get caught up in doubt.

\\n\\n

(John 11:16)\\xa0 Then Thomas (called Didymus) said to the rest of the disciples, \\u201cLet us also go, that we may die with him.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n

\\xfc We give up on God.

\\n\\n

(John 11:20)\\xa0 \\u201cWhen Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n

Question:\\xa0 What in my life is dead or dying?

\\n\\n

(John 11:25-26)\\xa0 Jesus said to her, \\u201cI am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n

1.\\xa0 Settle in your heart who Jesus is.

\\n\\n

(John 11:27)\\xa0 (Martha said) \\u201cI believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the world.\\u201d

\\n\\n

(John 11:21-22)\\xa0 \\u201cLord,\\u201d Martha said to Jesus, \\u201cif you had been here, my brother would not have died.\\xa0 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa02. Stop analyzing everything.

\\n\\n

(John 11:38-39)\\xa0 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb.\\xa0 It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance.\\xa0 \\u201cTake away the stone,\\u201d he said.\\xa0 \\u201cBut, Lord,\\u201d said Martha, the sister of the dead man, \\u201cby this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.\\u201d

\\n\\n

(Romans 4:19-21)\\xa0 \\u201cWithout weakening in his faith, he faced the fact that his body was as good as dead--since he was about a hundred years old--and that Sarah\\u2019s womb was also dead.\\xa0 Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised.\\u201d

\\n\\n

\\xa0

\\n\\n

3.\\xa0 Start living again.

\\n\\n

(John 10:10)\\xa0 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

\\n\\n

(John 11:43-44)\\xa0 Jesus called in a loud voice, \\u201cLazarus, come out!\\u201d\\xa0 The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face.\\xa0 Jesus said to them, \\u201cTake off the grave clothes and let him go.\\u201d

\\n\\n

For more information on the vision of Freedom Church, please visit our website at www.freedom-church.org.

'

-->

Listed in: religion