Sermons About Blessing
Jesus' Followers Are Different: Part One
In Luke chapter 6, Jesus prays all night and then chooses his 12 followers. He then gives a sermon that is known as "The Sermon on the Plain." He directs his words to his new disciples (vs. 20) and tells them what they are to be like. He gives four statements of blessing and four of woe. His statements seem upside-down to us and the way the world seems to work. But, Jesus' followers know that things aren't always what they seem. It is a blessing to suffer for being a disciple of Jesus. His disciples know that things are going to change. Worldly pleasures will only last for a time. Things suffered for Jesus' sake will be rewarded one day; the Kingdom of God belongs to those who suffer because they follow Jesus.
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If the Lord Builds it
People don't like to admit it, but much of what we do is driven by a need to feel secure. In Psalm 127, Solomon speaks to the vanity of such pursuits. How can we find real security in a frightful and insecure world?
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The Expectation of Generosity, Honor and Awe---Malachi 3: 6-18
The Expectation of Generosity, Honor and Awe---Malachi 3: 6-18
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The Joy of Generosity
God has blessed His people to be a blessing to others. We are called to live for eternity, not for today.
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7 Marks of a Well-trained Life - ENGAGE #7
In this series, we will study Daniel 1-6. There are many parallels between the situation Daniel faced and our situation today. Like Daniel, we work and live among a great variety of gods--not only those of other formal religions, but also the gods of achievement, independence, knowledge, pleasure, and ideology. In a religiously diverse culture which is at best indifferent and at worst hostile to faith in the one true God, what role should Christ-followers play in society? Rather than isolating ourselves or rejecting our world, we want to ENGAGE our world as people who trust in a powerful God, make positive contributions to society, and bring hope to others. If you've ever wondered how Monday-Saturday were related to Sunday, this series is for you.
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Experiencing Genuine Change - The Power of Preparation
A Sunday AM message by Pastor Obed on change and the power of preparation.
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Abraham and Sarah went to sojourn in the South. Abraham again stated that Sarah was his sister. Abimelech, not knowing that she was Abraham's wife, took her into this household. God restrained Abimelech from touching her and revealed Himself to Abimelech in a dream. Abimelech restored Sarah to Abraham along with a gift. Abraham prayed for Abimelech and God healed Abimelech and his household.
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Managing Our Finances God's Way -- part 4
Chapter four out of seven. This week's focus is on giving as worship.
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"But You Promised Me!!" The Ups and Downs of Life in the Wilderness
I. Go to God in the morning II. Go to God when you are afraid III. Go to God when He blesses you
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The Financial Foundation of Tithing
The foundation is vitally important in the construction of any building. The foundation is important in the building of any marriage. The foundation is important in the launching of any great enterprise. Foundations are important. Here are some foundational principles for your finances.
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