OUTLINE: Seeking the LordIt’s the intentions of the heart that dictate whether or not we receive godly wisdom. It’s HOW we seek the Lord that matters most. (Pr 2:1-12) Seeking the LordWhy would we ever reject discipline from God’s authorities? Don’t you want someone who loves you to wake you up? (Pr 3:11-13) Remember…Good parenting […]
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OUTLINE: Synthesize– It’s the Spirit of the Lord who gives spiritual gifts.– He has never once made a mistake in His eternal existence.– Governance over the Body of Christ is defined by Him.– It is our job to obey (perfectly is our intent). The Weight Of ShepherdhoodWith great power comes great responsibility. To whom much
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OUTLINE: Lk 6:38 [Amplified]Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over [with no space left for more]. For with the standard of measurement you use [when you do good to others], it will be measured to you in return.”1Ti 3:4-5See
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I’m going to ask you to imagine something so reprehensible that you may be inclined to stop reading this blog. But, please allow me to preempt that knee-jerk reaction by preparing you for it before it happens. I’m telling you, what I’m about to ask you to envision is something none of us are really
OUTLINE: 1Ti 3:4-5See here that a father must first prove himself worthy in his own household because the analog to his household fatherhood is the fatherhood he has over the household of faith.Eph 5:17So then do not be foolish [from aphron – means to lack perspective because of short- sightedness, i.e. lacking the “big- picture” perspective needed to act prudently],
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OUTLINE: Ecc 12:13 (emphasis mine)“The CONCLUSION…when ALL has been heard, is…FEAR GOD and keep His commandments… because this applies to EVERY person.” SynthesizeJn 14:1“Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believealso in Me…Ecc 1:9c“So there is nothing new under the sun.”…Heb 13:8Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Gal
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TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES: NO RECORDING OUTLINE: Ecc 12:13 (emphasis mine)“The CONCLUSION…when ALL has been heard, is…FEAR GOD and keep His commandments… because this applies to EVERY person.” Jesus’ Personal EncouragementJn 14:1“Do not let your heart be troubled [e.g., live without fear in your life]; believe in God, believe also in Me.” Gal 5:13For you were called
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For the first nine months of their existence at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) new cadets are referred to as “Doolies.” Until recently, I thought the term had been derived from the last name of the late James Harold Doolittle, General, U.S. Air Force and aviation pioneer. I figured it was a play
OUTLINE: God’s Whole PersonGod’s sovereignty, like every other facet of His character, never functions in the absence of grace. He never drops one part of His character while operating in another. He is who He is. Ex 3:14-15, 33:17-19 Jesus’ Personal EncouragementJn 14:1“Do not let your heart be troubled [e.g., live without fear in your life];
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TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES: NO RECORDING OUTLINE: Jesus’ Personal EncouragementJn 14:1“Do not let your heart be troubled [e.g., live without fear in your life]; believe in God, believe also in Me.” The Knowledge of the Holy, by A. W. Tozer.Love and faith are at home in the mystery of the Godhead. Let reason kneel in reverence outside.The
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