John 1:4 says God is light. Darkness, in contrast, brings death. In this passage, he is inviting us to experience a life-giving, one-on-one relationship with him.
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In this message, we look at the portion of the prayer in which Jesus commanded us to ask for our daily bread, representing our physical and spiritual sustenance. We should not be afraid to ask God to meet our needs, as He wants us to depend on Him like a child on a parent. However, we should also be concerned with the needs of those around us and strive to bring God's kingdom to earth. Ultimately, we must prioritize the bread of life over the bread of this world, as Christ is the only way to eternal life.
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In life, a good ending is not made at the end but in the day-to-day moments that follow a good start. It's important to reflect on who got us to where we are, what our purpose is, and what instructions we've been given for living. We're all writing an ending to our lives, so it's important to consider what kind of ending we making by the life we're living today. Success comes from recognizing and continuing what led to our original success.
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Jesus' parables teach us the importance of belief and how it impacts our lives. Giving is important, but the heart behind it matters most. Our belief causes Jesus to work in our lives and the lives of others.
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This message discusses Faith Promise giving, which demonstrates faith through giving from the heart. It may be intimidating for some, but it can lead to God's blessings and eternal investments. Following through on commitments is crucial, aided by reminders and dependence on grace. Faith Promise giving glorifies God and helps others globally.
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In this message, we explore the importance of giving to missions and how it enables the peace of God in our lives. Drawing from Paul's prescription in Philippians 4, we discuss how giving to missions is an essential part of the Christian life and our partnership with the cause of God. We also delve into the idea that being committed to missions enables fruit that will abound to our account. Join us as we examine the power of giving and its impact on our spiritual lives.
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In this episode, we explore the concept of asking God for blessings. Contrary to popular belief, it's not selfish or greedy. Instead, it honors God as the giver of all blessings and humbles us by reminding us of the blessings we've already received. We also discuss why God blesses us, which is to contribute to his mission and be conformed to his image. As believers, we have a limited time to fulfill God's purpose and be a blessing to others, so it's crucial to seek from the Lord and give to the nations while there is time.
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In this podcast, we talk about world missions and giving in accordance with God's Word. We explore the example of Paul and the importance of caring for missionaries. The gospel is at the heart of missions, and we all have a role in spreading it.
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Discover the powerful message behind the biblical story of Jesus turning water into wine at a wedding in ancient Israel. In this episode, Pastor Dan Preston highlights the importance of obedience and enthusiasm in following God's commands, drawing a parallel between filling water pots and experiencing miraculous outcomes. Don't miss this insightful and thought-provoking sermon.
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In a world full of bad news, it's important to share the good news. Join us on this podcast as we explore the story of the four lepers and how their discovery of "good tidings" can inspire us to share the gospel, or "good news," with those around us. In a time where people are desperate for hope and joy, we must not withhold the best news. Tune in as we discuss the importance of sharing the good news and how it can bring others the same joy it brought the lepers.
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We often define Christianity in terms of things we do and do not do. This is works based Christianity. Christ cannot be your deterrent; He has to be your delight. We must truly, deeply fall in love with our Lord Jesus Christ because of all He's done for us. This will compel us to obey and tell.
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How will the lost people of the world hear the gospel without someone to tell them?
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We intuitively think success comes before happiness. We success is the center of the universe and the ultimate goal. Why? So that we can be happy. Ironically, we sacrifice happiness for success. This is a broken equation.
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"Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done." is the central theme of the Lord's Prayer. It was the central theme of Christ's earthly ministry. When we pray this prayer, we are praying that God would be Lord and Ruler in our hearts. We know His kingdom has come in our hearts when His will is done in our lives.
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Gideon experienced spectacular victory, not because of his might, not because of his power, not because of anything in himself, chance or developed, but because of his repeated humble obedience to God’s simple commands. The product of victory comes through the process of obedience. We can only expect the product of victory if we are willing to submit ourselves to the process of obedience. Daily obedience. Hourly obedience. Over the course of a lifetime.
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In our efforts to make a good living, we need to check ourselves and ensure we are making a good life.
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Christ's first instruction concerning prayer involves how we address God. We're to address Him as Father, which is both a privilege and responsibility.
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Every single believer is loved unconditionally and has a very specific place they fit in God's church. Every member is unique. Every person in the body has abilities that should be used.
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Prayer is essential to the believer's ability to properly function in the world and is essential to the health of the Soul.
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The reality for Gideon and for Israel was that they could not have victory and freedom from their bondage until they actually started demonstrating faith in what God had clearly said. And we are no different. We so often find ourselves experiencing the simple consequences of our own idolatry, of what we choose to believe. Belief affects behavior. And we cannot experience the freedom and victory God wants to give until we start demonstrating real faith in His Word by our obedience.
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