Sermon objectives: As we pursue dreams and greater progress in life, we cannot lose sight of God’s command to grow in our love for others. From the Father’s perspective, what good is attaining more in life if we do not use our lives to love and bless others? Love must have action, but remember that…
A Call to Abide in God’s Presence — God is calling His people to know Him by spending time in His presence. This sermon is a call to out away distractions and to bear fruit by abiding in Jesus. It is a reminder to put away needless busyness, to make make time to rest and…
How the Pieces Fit – Part II – The fear-inspiring expression of God is His incredible love for us. His love drives His mighty power within us toward our dreams, desires, and pursuits. His love for us is so awesome it is scary. We should never lose sight of that reality. When we pursue our dreams,…
How the Pieces Fit – The fear-inspiring expression of God is His incredible love for us. His love drives His mighty power within us toward our dreams, desires, and pursuits. His love for us is so awesome it is scary. We should never lose sight of that reality. When we pursue our dreams, we should…
Positioned for More – Part 2 – Seasons of blessing, increase, and Kingdom-advancement are preceded by seasons of God’s people positioning themselves to receive. The season begins with prayer and matures with radical obedience and laying down the things that compete with our affection for God. This prayer for more blessing and victory is not…
Positioned for More – Seasons of blessing, increase, and Kingdom-advancement are preceded by seasons of God’s people positioning themselves to receive. The season begins with prayer and matures with radical obedience and laying down the things that compete with our affection for God. This prayer for more blessing and victory is not to be agonizing…
A Discussion About More – God expects His people to live by faith and to grow in faith. God has placed within all hearts the desire to grow, achieve, and pursue greatness within the scope of their environments. Such desires are healthy and God-given. Jesus never told His disciples to deny themselves of these pursuits.…
SPECIAL NOTE: Due to electrical issues on 9/16/18, the sermon was cut short after 22 minutes. Grace for Contentment – Some people consciously or unconsciously see godliness as a way to earn blessing, wealth, and promotion. Various forms of giving-to-get originate from a striving heart, one that is crying out for approval rather than living…
Passing the Test – Testing is a part of God’s refining process. It reminds of our need for God and pushes us to greater levels of dependence upon Him. Testing is also a season where the enemy determines if your fresh commitment to God is serious. He will try to find breaks in your breakthrough.…
Surfacing Anger and Disappointment – God had an eternal plan that was contrary to Jonah’s emotional needs. God allowed circumstances and events to bring to surface Jonah’s lingering anger and disappointment toward the Father. However, even with a bad attitude, God blessed Jonah and took care of Him. God will build our trust in Him as…
