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CAN YOU TRUST GOD?

BIBLE PASSAGE: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6) MEDITATION: When you are down and discouraged, do you have a hard time trusting God? Many pastors have had others come to … Continue reading

SPIRIT GIVES NEW LIFE

Spirit Gives New Life (John 3:3-8; Romans 8:1-6, 9-11) JOHN 3 VERSES 3-8: Jesus was talking with a man who was considered to be righteous and religious. Question:     What makes it difficult for a person like this to be saved?         – They always want to be right.         – They don’t see the … Continue reading

THE DEVIL (SATAN) IS NOT IN HELL….YET

BIBLE PASSAGE: The Lord said to Satan, “Where have you come from?” Satan answered the Lord, “From roaming throughout the earth, going back and forth on it.” (Job 1:7) MEDITATION: The biggest enemy of God is the devil – the evil one. Have you ever thought about the names that are given to him in … Continue reading

DEVILISH DECEPTIONS OF THE ANTICHRIST

BIBLE PASSAGE:As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”(Matthew 24:3) MEDITATION:There is coming to this earth such devilish deception as we have never seen … Continue reading

SPIRIT CONTINUES WORK

Spirit Continues Work (John 14:15-17, 25-26; 16:7-15) JOHN 13:34-35 Jesus says we should follow His example of love. When we show love toward each other, its an indication that we love Jesus. JOHN 14: VERSE 15: He talked about horizontal love, but now he talks about vertical love. Horizontal love could be an indication that … Continue reading

WHAT IS A QUIET TIME?

BIBLE PASSAGE: “If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.” (Psalm 66:18) MEDITATION: Do you know what quiet time is? It is fellowship with a holy God. The reason that some people do not have a quiet time, is that they feel uncomfortable. They don’t want to look God in … Continue reading

KINGDOM EVIDENCE (evidence we were saved)

Kingdom Evidence (Matthew 7:13-27) When God saves us, it is not a ‘one time event’ but it is the beginning of a new life, which is different than the one we have been living. There should be some evidence of a change in our lives. We should expect, anticipate, and look forward to some radical … Continue reading

SATAN’S TRAPS: SEXUAL SINS (5 of 5)

Satan’s trap of “Sexual sins” (5 of 5) DEALING WITH SEXUAL SINS (which have already been committed) 1. Confess it to God.      – Confess it specifically (don’t generalize it).         “God I sinned against You when I committed this lustful act” 2. Take responsibility for our actions.      – Don’t try to blame someone … Continue reading

SATAN’S TRAPS: SEXUAL SINS (4 of 5)

Satan’s trap of “Sexual sins” (4 of 5) There are some things we should consider as a means of preventing sexual sins in our lives. 1. Build strong friendships with those of the same sex;      develop hobbies, etc. 2. Put on the whole armor of God.      – When praying at the start of … Continue reading

KINGDOM PRIORITIES

Kingdom Priorities (Matthew 6:19-34) We all have priorities, but how do they align with God’s priorities for us. Are we driven by what we want, or by what He wants? Question: What are some factors that influence how we prioritize things?      – Reacting to immediate needs.      – Depends on our goals.      – … Continue reading