Blessing

From Bitter and Backsliden To Bountiful and Blessed – Part 3

2023-06-29T10:32:40-05:00June 25th, 2023|

Date: June 25, 2023 ()

Bible Text: Ruth |

A study of the return of Naomi and Ruth Back to the place of God (Bethlehem) Back among the people of God Back enjoying the provision of God Back enjoying the pleasantness of God Back enjoying the prospects of God

The Family Altar

2023-06-19T16:17:51-05:00June 15th, 2023|

Date: June 15, 2023 ()

Bible Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-12 |

Outline The Goal The Guidelines Memorizing Meditation Education Conversation Application Observation The Gifts The Guard Duty Ideas Pray, asking God to be a part of the time Discuss past blessings and future plans Sing a song Read the Bible Use a devotional book Talk through a sermon "Takeaway" from church/sermon Close in Prayer

Special Blessing for Separated Believers

2023-04-01T19:28:34-05:00February 19th, 2023|

Date: February 19, 2023 ()

Bible Text: 2 Corinthians 6 : 14 - 17 |

Separated Believer Direction - "Come out" Distinction - "Be ye separate" Disgust - "Touch not the unclean thing" Special Blessing The promise of the blessing - I will receive you The pity of the blessing - of a Father The privilege - ye shall be my sons and daughters  

Be A Man

2023-02-20T09:37:35-06:00February 17th, 2023|

Date: February 17, 2023 ()

Bible Text: Proverbs 31:1-9 |

Lessons for A Man from Proverbs 31 Learn to Listen Watch your strength Stay away from that which destroys man Be a King (Be Responsible) Speak up for those who can't defend themselves Find the virtuous woman Be a Leader

Christmas and Missions

2023-01-02T15:12:37-06:00December 22nd, 2022|

Date: December 22, 2022 ()

Bible Text: Luke 2 |

Four things of the rope The length of the ropes The strength of the ropes Faithfulness God's power Unity God with us The intent of the ropes Give the Gospel Strengthening churches The content of the rope Finances Encouragement Time Assistance Example Prayer Labor No one is beyond the saving power of the Gospel

Too Much

2021-08-17T09:28:08-05:00August 12th, 2021|

Date: August 12, 2021 ()

Bible Text: Exodus 35:4-36:7 |

An Offering Announced Willing Hearts Gave Areas to think about: Sacrifice & Self-Denial Personal Involvement Other types of gifts Devotional Service Ideas What can stir your heart to give? Love for God Desire to be in God's presence Gratitude for His provision Faith in His promises Trust and obedience

The Blessing of the Birthright

2021-07-12T09:13:02-05:00July 1st, 2021|

Date: July 1, 2021 ()

Bible Text: Genesis 25:29-34 |

A description of the birthright Consecration Double-portion of blessing Authority of the father The despising of the birthright His words His ways A Delusion about the birthright Nothing of consequence had happened Not considerate of God's providence - altered his future family Never able to be reversed

Choose Life

2021-03-28T21:59:39-05:00March 28th, 2021|

Date: March 28, 2021 ()

Bible Text: Deuteronomy 30:19 |

Introduction: The free will of man Life originates from God Life & blessing is tied to obedience Death & cursing is tied to disobedience Genesis 1:17 Life is preserved by God Genesis 32:30 Life has purpose in God Path is revealed Prosperity is assured Power is in Him

The Results of Sin

2021-02-01T08:56:06-06:00January 31st, 2021|

Date: January 31, 2021 ()

Bible Text: Joshua 7:1-25 |

A Character Study of Achan Causes of Achan's sin Man's sin nature Man has a desire to take things that don't belong to them Man has a tendency to disobey God Consequences of Achan's Sin Guilt Loss of life Loss of fellowship Cure of Sin Sanctification Cleansing Payment

The Blessing of Brokenness

2022-10-09T11:05:53-05:00November 12th, 2020|

Date: November 12, 2020 ()

Bible Text: Psalms 51:16-19 |

Series:

What is brokenness? What it is not Being gloomy Being self-focused Going through a severe trial Just an emotional experience What it is The right view of one's sin - Psalms 51:1-4 The right view of the Savior - Isaiah 6:1-5 Quick to confess - 1 John 1:9 Repentance of one's stubborn will - Psalms 51:5-14 Coming to the end of one's self - 1 Samuel 15:17-23 Absolute surrender to God A return to God's presence - Psalms 34:8-18; 51:1-17

Divine Deliverance in Dark Days

2020-05-04T13:07:30-05:00May 3rd, 2020|

Date: May 3, 2020 ()

Bible Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 |

Don't despise the little that God gives you - Dave Olson The setting: Times were tough Economically Times were tough Politically Times were tough Spiritually Times were tough Morally The problem She had heartache She lost her husband He was a good man She had hardship She was lonely She was burdened She was confused She had helplessness Her sons were to be taken She had hopelessness She could not pay the debt she owed The petition She didn't say much She cried out to the man of God The provision It is timely It is not always comfortable It is always perfect It is telling It reveals how God likes to work Little has great potential in the hands of God It is teaming God is able God is unlimited

Final Words

2020-04-27T11:00:57-05:00April 26th, 2020|

Date: April 26, 2020 ()

Bible Text: 1 Kings 2:1-9 |

A Study of “All” In relation to sin: Genesis 2:2-3; Job 34:15; Psalm 9:17; Romans 3:9-12 In relation to salvation: Romans 5:18; 1 Cor. 15:22; 2 Cor 5:14-17; Col. 1:20 “We are not weak if we make a proper use of those means which the God of Nature has placed in our power... the battle, sir, is not to the strong alone it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave.” Patrick Henry Keep God first 1 Kings 2:3-4 Take responsibility Be informed Walk obediently Keep guard on your kingdom 1 Kings 2:5-9 Foes Friends Success (from The Ladder of St. Augustine) Henry Wadsworth Longfellow We have not wings, we cannot soar;

Does God Care How I Act?

2020-02-03T14:05:00-06:00February 2nd, 2020|

Date: February 2, 2020 ()

Bible Text: Exodus 23:20-33, Exodus 34 |

Exodus 23:20-33 Exodus 34:1-35 God cares about who you worship and serve Exodus 23:24,25,32 Exodus 34:14-15, 17 God cares about who you associate with Exodus 23:32-33 Exodus 34: 12-13 God promises blessings on those who obey His Word God promised to bring Israel into the promised land. God promised to wipe out Israel’s enemies. God promised to provide Israel with food and water. God’s future promises to the believer. Conclusion Exodus 23:29-30 The Christian life is a daily work for the believer. “The Christian life is very much like climbing a hill of ice. You cannot slide up. You

What the Bible Says About Choices

2019-09-09T11:29:14-05:00September 8th, 2019|

Date: September 8, 2019 ()

Bible Text: Psalm 1:1-6 |

A study of Psalm 1 We all make choices throughout our day. May it be that as we consider this Psalm this morning that we will learn to make wise choices. I. The Way of the Righteous The conduct of the righteous The character of the righteous His delight His thoughts The condition of the righteous A life that is fed & refreshed A life that is vigorous & productive A life that is successful & prosperous II. The Way of the Wicked The character of the wicked His ways are wicked His thoughts are wicked The condition of the wicked Conclusion: Have you chosen the pathway of the Righteous? Not making a choice will result in

What the Bible Says About Covetousness

2019-08-25T15:17:43-05:00August 25th, 2019|

Date: August 25, 2019 ()

Bible Text: Luke 12:13-31 |

Perhaps no area in life is more sensitive than our finances. We may be open about every other part of our life, but the moment someone questions us about our money or possessions, we become very defensive. Nonetheless some of Jesus’ most pertinent parables and teachings are about the stewardship of our possessions. The curse of covetousness Covetousness divides family and friends (Luke 12:13-15) Covetousness brings worry and fear (Luke 12:15-17) The conduct of covetousness Wealth becomes an obsession Wealth fills with pride (Luke 12:16-19) The cure for covetousness Put materialism into its place (Luke 12:22-23) Develop a life of faith (Luke 12:28 Seek God's priorities (Luke 12:31) “Nothing teaches

The Silliness, Senselessness, and Sinfulness of Self-Reliance

2019-08-24T21:12:41-05:00August 15th, 2019|

Date: August 15, 2019 ()

Bible Text: Genesis 12:1-20 |

Introduction God Gave a Plan Glory Guidance Grace Abraham's tests Test 1:  My family or my finances Test 2: My marriage or my money Test 3: My future or my finances Test 4: My testimony or my treasures

The Gracious Woman

2019-03-06T16:58:54-06:00February 24th, 2019|

Date: February 24, 2019 ()

Bible Text: Proverbs 11:16 |

Series:

Outline: Characteristics of the Disgraceful woman (Proverbs 19:13; 21:9; 27:15; 30:23; 8:36; 2:17) Characteristics of the graceful woman (Proverbs 18:22; 19:14; 31:11,23 God's gift to her husband Honors and encourages Works diligently and faithfully Noble & kind
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