The Faith Series: Part 3 of 8

Thanks to our friend Levi Lusko for his contributions to this week’s Podcast. Faith in our being children of God, and in the soon return of Jesus Christ, will carry us through these difficult economic times.

¹NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, [a]the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
²For by [faith--[b]trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report.
⁶But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently seek Him [out].

Hebrews 11:1-2,6 [AMP]

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The Faith Series: Part 2 of 8

Our faith is built by absorbing good spiritual nutrition... not spiritual junk food.

¹NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, [a]the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
²For by [faith--[b]trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report.
⁶But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently seek Him [out].

Hebrews 11:1-2,6 [AMP]

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The Faith Series: Part 1 of 8

God’s word is food that nourishes our spirt man. How so? Listen to this week’s podcast.

¹NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, [a]the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses].
²For by [faith--[b]trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old had divine testimony borne to them and obtained a good report.
⁶But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently seek Him [out].

Hebrews 11:1-2,6 [AMP]

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Who’s Your Daddy?

God is our Heavenly Father. How do I know? The Bible tells me so:

For we do not have a High Priest Who is unable to understand and sympathize and have a shared feeling with our weaknesses and infirmities and liability to the assaults of temptation, but One Who has been tempted in every respect as we are, yet without sinning.  Let us then fearlessly and confidently and boldly draw near to the throne of grace (the throne of God's unmerited favor to us sinners), that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find grace to help in good time for every need [appropriate help and well-timed help, coming just when we need it].

Hebrews 4:15-16 [AMP]

For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.  For [the Spirit which] you have now received [is] not a spirit of slavery to put you once more in bondage to fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption [the Spirit producing sonship] in [the bliss of] which we cry, Abba (Father)! Father!  The Spirit Himself [thus] testifies together with our own spirit, [assuring us] that we are children of God.

Romans 8:14-16 [AMP]

Keep on asking and it will be given you; keep on seeking and you will find; keep on knocking [reverently] and [the door] will be opened to you.  For everyone who keeps on asking receives; and he who keeps on seeking finds; and to him who keeps on knocking, [the door] will be opened.  Or what man is there of you, if his son asks him for a loaf of bread, will hand him a stone?  Or if he asks for a fish, will hand him a serpent?  If you then, evil as you are, know how to give good and advantageous gifts to your children, how much more will your Father Who is in heaven [perfect as He is] give good and advantageous things to those who keep on asking Him!

Matthew 7:7-11 [AMP]

To purchase the freedom of (to ransom, to redeem, to atone for) those who were subject to the Law, that we might be adopted and have sonship conferred upon us [and be recognized as God's sons].  And because you [really] are [His] sons, God has sent the [Holy] Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, Abba (Father)! Father!  Therefore, you are no longer a slave (bond servant) but a son; and if a son, then [it follows that you are] an heir by the aid of God, through Christ.

Galatians 4:5-7 [AMP]

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If You Got It... Use It

For some Christians, there are debates about which are more important... spiritual fruits or spritual gifts. But here is a thought. Whatever gifts and/or fruits one may have... those gifts are most important if they are used to bless others in the name of Jesus Christ. Check out Saint Peter’s comments on this subject:

^7-11 Everything in the world is about to be wrapped up, so take nothing for granted. Stay wide-awake in prayer. Most of all, love each other as if your life depended on it. Love makes up for practically anything. Be quick to give a meal to the hungry, a bed to the homeless—cheerfully. Be generous with the different things God gave you, passing them around so all get in on it: if words, let it be God's words; if help, let it be God's hearty help. That way, God's bright presence will be evident in everything through Jesus, and he'll get all the credit as the One mighty in everything—encores to the end of time. Oh, yes!

1 Peter 4:7-11 [MSG]

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Yours For The Taking

Salvation is a free gift.

For he says,

"In a favorable time I listened to you,
and in a day of salvation I have helped you."

Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.

2 Corinthians 6:2 [ESV]

But many people refuse to receive it. Not because they can’t afford it... but because sometimes pride gets in the way.

Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

Proverbs 16:18 [AMP]

This week provides seven and a half minutes of wisdom on this topic. Enjoy!

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What You Ought’nt To Do

What is the worse sin? Is it lying? Murder? Adultery? The Bible lists seven things that God hates. If God hates something, then logic and reasoning would say that you ought not to do such a thing. What are those seven things that God hates?

¹⁶These six things the Lord hates, indeed, seven are an abomination to Him:
¹⁷A proud look [the spirit that makes one overestimate himself and underestimate others], a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,
¹⁸A heart that manufactures wicked thoughts and plans, feet that are swift in running to evil,
¹⁹A false witness who breathes out lies [even under oath], and he who sows discord among his brethren.

Proverbs 6:16-19 [AMP]

This week’s podcast is seven minutes of wisdom on those things that God hates. Don’t do those things!

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Don’t Die. Live!

It is not worth killing yourself over. Whatever it is going on in your life... change your mind and your circumstances will follow!

We continue our series of podcasts based upon the Powerhouse Sermon Never Give Up… Never Surrender by emphasizing that, no matter how bad your life may be... it beats the alternative.

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Don’t Look Back (Part 2)

We continue our series of podcasts based upon the Powerhouse Sermon Never Give Up… Never Surrender with the second part of our study on not looking back.

You are My witnesses, says the Lord, and My servant whom I have chosen, that you may know Me, believe Me and remain steadfast to Me, and understand that I am He. Before Me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after Me.

Isaiah 43:10 [AMP]

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Don’t Look Back (Part 1)

We continue our series of podcasts based upon the Powerhouse Sermon Never Give Up… Never Surrender by examining the danger of focusing on the past and not moving forward in Christ.

^12-14I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus. I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back.

Philippians 3:12-14 [MESSAGE]

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Jesus = The Way Out

We continue our series of podcasts based upon the Powerhouse Sermon Never Give Up… Never Surrender by examining the role of Jesus Christ as the way out of trouble and difficult times.

⁸All others who came [as such] before Me are thieves and robbers, but the [true] sheep did not listen to and obey them.
⁹I am the Door; anyone who enters in through Me will be saved (will live). He will come in and he will go out [freely], and will find pasture.
¹⁰The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows).

John 10:8-10 [AMP]

Need to find a way out of the problems in your life?

Jesus is the door.

Need to find a way into the secret place?

Jesus is the door.

Do you want to be blessed when you come in and blessed when you go out?

Jesus is the door.

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It Ain’t Worth Dying Over

We heard Lon Solomon quoted the sad story of an unloved teenage girl who took her own life because she felt unloved. In the news we have heard of many people who kill themselves because of the economy or other tragic circumstances.

In the Powerhouse Sermon Never Give Up… Never Surrender, we discuss many of the ways that satan seeks to destroy us by making us want to destroy ourselves. We also discuss the scriptural solution to that situation. Over the next five weeks, we will feature some of the teachings from that audio series.

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Do You Have Schisms?

Schisms?  Do you have them?  Do you even know what they are?

Dictionary Definition

schism

   [siz-uhm, skiz-]  Show IPA

–noun

1.

division or disunion, especially into mutually opposed parties.

2.

the parties so formed.

3.

Ecclesiastical .

a.

a formal division within, or separation from, a church orreligious body over some doctrinal difference.

b.

the state of a sect or body formed by such division.

c.

the offense of causing or seeking to cause such adivision.

Biblical Definitions

Schisms are something that God hates (Proverbs 6:16-19). Schisms are something that Jesus prayed that the disciples would not have (John 17:11). Schisms are something that St. Paul gave great effort towards avoiding (Acts 24:16). Schisms are something that must not exist in the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:25). Schisms are a disease that prevents God’s people from doing what God wants us to do.  This week’s Seven Minutes of Wisdom is about schisms.

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Are You a Spiritual Meanie?

Jesus said that the primary way to recognize Christians would be by their love for each other.  And yet, so many people who wear the title "Christian" are known for how mean and critical and spiteful and nasty they can be.

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Jesus is Coming Back

The signs of the times continue to display… and the naysayers, pundits and scoffers continue to express doubt and disbelief.  But those in Christ are wise to heed the words recorded by Saint John:

¹⁰ "Because you kept my Word in passionate patience, I'll keep you safe in the time of testing that will be here soon, and all over the earth, every man, woman, and child put to the test.
¹¹ "I'm on my way; I'll be there soon. Keep a tight grip on what you have so no one distracts you and steals your crown.
¹² "I'll make each conqueror a pillar in the sanctuary of my God, a permanent position of honor. Then I'll write names on you, the pillars: the Name of my God, the Name of God's City—the new Jerusalem coming down out of Heaven—and my new Name.

Revelation 3:10-12 [MESSAGE]

Until He does return, we have work to do.  There are souls to be brought into the kingdom... people who are hungry who need to be fed... people who are homeless who need shelter... people who are hurting, lost and alone who need to fee the LOVE OF GOD expressed through us.

Are you ready to do your part?

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