Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 16, 2022 (message contributor) Summary: Life is full of distractions. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! % unless it remains in the vine, Get your heart right with God. RIGHT SPIRIT WITHIN ME. we allow it to be a weight on us. He unlocks the door to personal growth not only for the tens of thousands of members of his congregation at The Potters House in Dallas, Texas, but also for the millions who seek out his wisdom through his books, films, television and social media. Its one of the best ways to stay connected to the Body of Christ because, as often as not, Christ reveals himself to us in the form of the poor and the stranger, so that when we reach out to those in need, especially those who cant return the favor, we reach out to Christ. Be Safe, Be Blessed, BAPC Session. The Jews in Jesus day had the name, but they lacked the spirit. See Paul said with perseverance you must wait on the promise of the Lord and many time as we wait on God. Only a connection to the Vine gives life. It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. When It Looks Hopeless. For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? stream Because anything you name and claim and dont get, it only mean that God has something better for you. Too Old Life has brought your hope, dreams and expectations to a conclusion. Prayer doesnt have to be long and complex; it can be as simple as a brief morning chat with a friend. Sermon John 15:1-8 Stay Connected! In todays times, we have wonderful cell phones. I dont know much about horticulture, but from what I understand, pruning the branches makes the plant healthier and more productive. He alright whit me And he will do the same for you today. I think this is what Paul meant when he said to the Romans, We also rejoice in our sufferings, They wouldve been quick to make the connection: Jesus was the new Israel, the one through whom God was establishing a new covenant. Let's make a very important distinction about this statement. When someone has your back you can concentrate on the struggle in front of you without worrying about dangers you cannot see. Amen. knowing that suffering works perseverance; If I were to tape a branch to a tree would the branch grow and get leaves and fruit on it? If you follow me, you won't be stumbling through the darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life" (John 8:12 NLT). Faith - produces hearing Hearing - Produces Order Order - Produces Obedience, Visited his People Hearing there cry and seen their affliction again answers there, His People shows the: 1) Care 2) Support 3) Provision of God. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. There are some things in life that cannot be faked. Don't give up when your reputation is damaged because you are trying to be faithful to Jesus. The 1 st In the days of Adam 2 nd in the days of Lamech 3 rd in the days of Abraham 4 th In the days of Isaac 5 th in days of Jacob 6 th In the days of Boaz, who is called Abstan, (Ibzan,) the just, of Beth-lehem-judah; 7 th In the days of David, king of Israel; 8 th In the days of Elijah the prophet 9 th In the days of Elisha, in Samaria; 10 th is yet to come and it is not a famine of bread or of water, but of hearing the word of prophecy from the mouth of the Lord; and even now this famine is grievous in the land of Israel. The chicken without a head may have the semblance of life. )c 5[ax`;wq cW~rDem zy)ooV#Fh5:8Y`7,*Lzd_PUP _@mnO[ma i&+l`yDf&Fft!A^V#I7]',??-D.2rUjR(~$nci'-T LG~V9( ml,oolb2n'. faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Heres the sum of it all: Jesus said, I am the vine. 3 0 obj Sign up to get a weekly serving of motivation and inspiration sent directly to your inbox. 1. So then, when you attend a service, get connected to the Spirit of God. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress no evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling. 9:00 a. m. Adult Sunday School / 10:30 a. m. Worship, "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Ruth 1, Ruth 1:6-17, Sermon Topics: Learn more. But if you hold on to your hope, how many know you can get it all back. 1 0 obj You drove out the nations, and planted it. But he did think about it. Salvation is not by faith plus works. Identity: Discover Who You Are and Live A Life Of Purpose, 7 Things That Happened In 2016 We Can Be Grateful For. Meet Pastor Cherie Hambleton dig deeper into your faith questions, and discover God's complete everlasting love for you, exactly as you are today. I thought I knew something about grief and loss before Donnas death, but, until I experienced myself, I really didnt know the first thing at all. Look at someone and say look at me now. We must turn our struggles into the vehicles that spur our transformation. But if we are not really in Christ connected to Him through His Word, through Prayer and Holy Communion then like a branch that is not really connected to the vine our faith is going to wither out. <> Is there any body in the room that they though you to be a hopeless case but Jesus made you a case of hope. THIS PASSAGE OF PSALMS IS MY SECOND MOST FAVORITE PASSAGE IN THE BIBLE. He is the true vine, the source of our covenant relationship with God. [25] But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it. It opened my eyes and made me more sensitive and compassionate toward those whove had similar experiences. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them. Well my brothers and my sisters I wanted to give us a working definition of hope so that we will be on the same page. Your W A I T on God was never attended to be a WE I G H T on you. % For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. (Psalms 91:1-2, 10-11). Having trouble logging into your account? In the sermon this morning, Id like for us to look more closely at this passage to see how it speaks to us today, and then Id like to suggest four disciplines to help us stay connected to the Body of Christ throughout the changing seasons of our lives. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1993. Because every now and then the Devil inflicts us with a massif douse of hopelessness dressed up as frustration, tension, stress, depression, despair but I come to kill a hopelessness devil up in here today look at some body and tell them, My brothers and my sisters 1 want you to know that there is no hopeless person in God, there is no hopeless situation in God You are the branches. Sunday Morning Worship - Jan. 29th. Find a verse or two and let them give you comfort and strength. Sermons So here Paul has encouraging words for them and for us today, even before J. Jackson coin the phrase keep hope alive. I often refer to hope as the neglected triplet, because when Paul said now abided faith hope charity these three we hear more about those two then we do about hope. Lord Jesus, You are indeed the True Vine. He hangs between heaven and earth by a thread, as if it is difficult to make up his mind whether to hold on to his taco, or drop it in order to cling to the rope offered by those who would save him. it is the hand of Love Divine that holds the knife, They transgressed the decree of the word of the Lord, and took to themselves strange women. %PDF-1.5 Its that simple, but it can make all the difference in discerning Gods will for your life and knowing that God is with you, whatever situations and circumstances you may be facing at the moment. Only by staying connected to the Vine can you produce fruit. In this text Paul is writing to the church at Rome, because the church at this time had become discouraged. God uses the hardships of life to strengthen our faith and make us better disciples of Jesus Christ. endobj Gj*s&{0~]y\i8a[qX'yQZ,A9lF(DMtk[OlN6g|@=t/kom1[8WGc=!F6oQ*g%CHTy1=GqmM0T_)I1j;Z/?$[di63jp A-IhVZH${>j[e!{^|$d>5Mmf9a]JZ i_n$y?FvGsr1rV=04{Rm-@@*S2tR\g2[k}%S$3VAF-{/:jB-~(Yteb`u3ooW2[MdU {@5,]GjFm%)\[JXc8`U >&DQ4Af/Gw|F"BmAMAm( Abraham believed God. Aint GOD alright Just when I thought I was hopeless case Jesus made me a case of hope. PSALMS 51:10. Years ago, I had a friend who wanted to do something I thought was plainly unethical, and I told him so. Godspeed, I thought to myself, Godspeed., A SUBSCRIBER SAYS: SermonWriter is well thought out and lends itself to ideas for sermons (as opposed to being lazy and using whats there).. 2 0 obj You dont have to be a scholar, and you dont have to spend all day; just open the Bible and read a few lines. By Rev. Abide in Me, and I in you. endobj Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. T.D. because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts that you, whose life has borne some fruit, might now bear much (more).. God said be, them We Will Not Lose! And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. whatever youre going through will pass. Those who believe in me will never thirst" (John 6:35 NLT). Your comment will be posted after it is approved. They cut themselves off from their extended family of faith. To put it differently, just having your name on the roll isnt enough. Jakes calls on us to walk into our destiny and embrace our true purpose in life. My wife, Donna, died in 1997. Sermon: Gods Pep Talk, based on Matthew 2:13-23, Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oqhvsChWQI7OEEJIT1TIJEit62KNSNxd/view?usp=share_link. The spiritual weight of having hope and never losing it is . From his electric sermon, The Starving Prince, from The Potters House Sunday service, Jakes challenges us to believe in our purpose. All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Vs. 14 Ruth clung to her Connected to Covering for Blessing, Birthing and Protection. He is not a man, God said. Having someone's back is a term that arose from urban street fighting where a partner or ally would stay with you and protect your back in the thick of the fray. Click here for more information. We are on a winning team we have a winning captain We Will Not Lose! The years of her illness and death were the most God-awful years of my life. My prayer for you today, and my prayer for all of you each day, is simply this, that you stay connected to Jesus Christ, now and always. Face masks are optional. But if you hold on to your hope, how many know you can get it all back. Its not that they doubt God its not that they stop believing God but it seems like at this time they needed God to speed things up, is there any body in the room today its not that you are living in doubt or disbelieve but you want God to speed things up. If you hold on to your hope you will rise again. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. For whatever you presence to the Lord he will bring it to pass in his own time, I wish I had a witness in here. The text begins, I am the true vine, Thank you! The vinedresser prunes the branches to make them strong and productive. In From the Cross to Pentecost, Bishop T. D. Jakes shares a magnificent depiction of the "Greatest Love Story" ever toldthe love story between God and man.For those who've wondered about the relevancy of Jesus Christ's life, His death on the Cross, and His resurrection from the dead, this book can answer those questions once and for all. Finally, I suggested that he take the matter before the congregation, that Id give him time from the pulpit to make his case. The Reverend Monnie Caine will preside at Our Table and offer the Liturgy of the Lord's Supper for Communion Sunday. Key Verse: "Woe to him who covets evil gain for his house, That he may set his nest on high, That he may be delivered from the power of disaster! Consider an athlete or a famous musician. It did not come to stay it came to pass. <> Its easy for us to look like we are connected to Jesus. Ill make sure you have a child, old as you are! I can prune trees, but I dont like to, because I know that once I whack off a limb thats growing, it wont be long before itll wither and die. that feels the knife to prune it for a larger growth, a fuller life who was given to us. (Romans 5:3-5). Your W-A-I-T on God was never attended to be a W E- I- G- H- T on you. Evangelical/Non-Denominational. You are the branches. He is the source of our life; apart from him, we wither and die. That is why there was a Protestant Reformation. This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember your high school graduation? Ruth 1:1. (John 15:4) Only a connection to the Vine gives life. Rubbing shoulders with those who share the faith can give you a boost when you get discouraged. [Elimelech] God is my king [Mahlon] Infirmity [Chilion] Finished. Baby you better start shouting and praising God! Many marriages are made with foriegners and has a possible pre-numpt with the devil. You cleared the ground for it. We all have burdens and concerns that keep us awake at night: What will tomorrow bring? 2. Pray to God. When we modern, technologically-oriented westerners read, we expect to receive objective information that will benefit us and answer questions. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. Scriptures: Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day" (2 Corinthians 4:16). <>>> Draw from the strength of others. Gather your wine/juice and bread if you would like to partake of Communion. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. Evangelical/Non-Denominational, Vs. 6 Heard = is to be seeking to hear THAT answer not listening. Copyright 2021 Blue Ash Presbyterian Church - All Rights Reserved. I didnt think he would. [29] Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. Denomination: And how many do know it doesnt matter cause you dont need but one. No. Danny Dodd. Now you may have the most expensive phone on the planet but if it is not connected to the tower, it is no good. Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. Let Gods Spirit flow through your veins and keep you strong and healthy through the various transitions of life we all experience. Last summer I borrowed a chain saw from Dean Akin and went to work pruning the trees around the house. Chomping at the bits, perhaps, to move out on your own? Im talking to somebody who is going through something right now. Try, One Small Change Will Energize Tomorrow's Sermon, Slow Down, Big Fellawhat A Motorcyclist Taught Me About Preaching, Spit-Shine Tomorrow's Sermon Before You Go To Bed Tonight. Amen. as they set him up between the heaven and the earth and his blood ran down, as Jesus gave up his last breath, I tell ya. dave davies wife. We can all tap into our own inner excellence and radiate this same energy. In the words of the old gospel hymn, he is the tie that binds our hearts together in Christian love. and proven character, hope: 15 And Hannah answered and said, No, my lord, I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit: I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but have poured out my soul before the Lord. In his work "Identity: Discover Who You Are and Live A Life Of Purpose,"T.D. 10.CREATE IN ME A CLEAN HEART OH GOD, AND RENEW A. And so, graduates, as we recognize and honor you today, Id like to offer a simple word I hope we can all relate to, and that is: STAY CONNECTED! And if God said it! Don't Lose Your Connection Please like, share, and comment. However, I often seen many who when the worship is happening, they just look here and there. Abraham believed God. Ruth 1: 6-17. faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Purpose resides in us; we must be directors in the script of our lives. Drop the Gordita! He who remains in me, and I in him, subjunctive phrases french a level; how to prevent soil erosion in the philippines 12 He who overcomes, I will make him pillar in the temple of My God, and he shall go out no more. Wait a minute preacher what if I name it and claim it and somebody else moves into it, Wait a minute preacher what if I interview for it and signed the papers and somebody else gets job. Danny Dodd introduction sermon. african american gastroenterologist near me; district 36 lofts; how to turn off scan text on iphone 12 Its dead. We hear a hold lot about faith a hold lot about love, but very little about hope, I havent heard to many hope songs, I havent heard to many hope sermons. Hope says if you trust and. That's what my friend Pastor Peter told me when we talked a few days ago. It needs to be connected into the trees life giving sap, for that branch to be able to have life. Plans start as low as $2.50/mo. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> SEPT 25 STAYING CONNECTED TO THE POWER SOURCE: DON'T LOSE YOUR CONNECTION TO GOD, HE IS OUR POWER SOURCE . But, looking back, I can tell you, it made me a better person. E!UF`Q##v[[l& 3 An Ammonite or Moabite shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord; even to their tenth generation shall they not enter into the congregation of the Lord for ever: 4 Because they met you not with bread and with water in the way, when ye came forth out of Egypt; and because they hired against thee Balaam the son of Beor of Pethor of Mesopotamia, to curse thee. All things, the scripture says the painful, as well as the pleasant. Staying connected is the key. The human spirit has an amazing capacity to endure hardship. 6 min read. You should grab you some inspiration. Hymn Lists. But that shouldnt stop you from finding passages that are clear and self-evident and speak directly to your life. Adult Sunday School: 9:00 a. m. in the conference room. [30] For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown. 4 0 obj Now, I know there are parts of the Bible that are complex and hard to understand. xioG;a>!G`$ 8Ed?q$7zax^wsU{rztJwJM++W;m#T?fu{I]}?yjY=tJp rh+WH0/2n7UF, D;nl#e6jvov\6[7|36?~Rx7[;w-@HcS?FOPm91CJaX m_^?6Rdcd=?#O7 ZoJ`J]c]YEPE/ Y '5em3)^ +ClD6,xmaDUeu.]_]-p}D ZN7j}JV^vX`?-e6FX&RFVU){O, kxFHw_vo?. There are some things in life that cannot be faked. 2023 LEVY CHURCH OF CHRIST Powered by, Building a Strong Family for the Glory of God, 2023 - Redeemed How I love to Proclaim it, Profiles in Unashamed Faith - May/Josephson, Living in the First World Century - Wednesday Winter Qtr 2019-20, 1st Peter Unashamed of the Gospel in a Morally Shameless Society - Winter Quarter 2019, 2019 Wisdom for Living Well With Others (Proverbs). Can I get a witness up in here. For our premium ad-free experience, including exclusive podcasts, issues and more, subscribe to. Has anybody in here every prayed about something name it and claim it and didnt get it and after God didnt give it to you, you thank Him for it. God uses the hardships of our lives to strengthen our faith and make us fit disciples in the building of his kingdom on earth. "That is why we never give up. Having trouble logging into your account? I can think of four ways prayer, study, fellowship and service. , can you see my Jesus as the put the nails in his hands. Before it was over, I had two mountains of limbs piled up on the curb. Thank you! They are commonly referred to as the "I am" statements. I dont know about you, but I dont enjoy pruning trees, though Ive done my share. <> 1 Samuel speaks of Hannah and her inability to conceive: 13 Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard: therefore Eli thought she had been drunken. What we need to remember is that, in the Old Testament, the vine was a common image for the people of Israel. 8:00-12:00 Friday. Hope says things are going to get better. Do you have a way with numbers? Somebody ought to shout, Pass, it did not come to stay. city of memphis garbage can replacement; smokey robinson eyes contacts. 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; Come from where you were to get to where you have to be, Vs. 8 Naomi displays influence over Orpah and Ruth. ". endobj Have you ever had a moment when you realized that what you believed was real was only your imagination - or when you discovered that a "truth" was more ficti. As you search for your true purpose in life, do not waver in your faith to overcome your current adversity. Only by staying connected to the Vine can you produce fruit. 12 Judges. By holding fast to the disciplines of prayer, study, fellowship and service, were assured of a strong connection to the Body of Christ and an everlasting place in the kingdom of God. Redeemed How I love to Proclaim it! Lord Jesus said, If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered (John 15:6). Jakes calls on us to shed our toxic distractions and share our divine spark on a daily basis. His sermons, books, music, plays, movies, conferences and festivals have ignited the hearts and minds of millions. He reminds us that as long as we have breath in our bodies, we have the ability to flourish. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. You need a God said. As the scripture says, For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. (Lamentations 3:33) At the same time, God does allow us to suffer. Thought: Don't Lose Hope. All I want to know is did, say it. We become uncomfortable when what we read raises questions or throws us for a loop. Turn your tumultuous relationship around, heal the wounds that hold you back, dare to take a step towards your dream career. for apart from me you can do nothing. (John 15:5). Worship Service: 10:30 a. m., YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi25g9XF8Zf7quPMVKZie7Q, (513) 791-1153 And I like to believe that, beyond the pain of the moment, theres a bigger picture we cant always see, but we can trust and, so, believe that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28). Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? Paul wrote to tell you. What more powerful statement of faith can there be than those three simple words? You will find your reward. and circumcision is that of the heart, Don't lose your connection! When he tried to convince me, we got into a big argument. Danny Sullivan delivers the message around connection. Sermon: Check Your Connection| By Josh Carter | October 4, 2015 INTRODUCTION Wireless internet connections tend to vary in strength. In much the same way, the church today bears the name of Jesus Christ; the question is, how well do we know him as Lord and Savior? "Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.". Jesus said to the people, "I am the light of the world. Thank you for joining us for todays worship service with Danny Sullivan! 3 0 obj 16 Count not thine handmaid for a daughter of Belial: for out of the abundance of my complaint and grief have I spoken hitherto. Over the past few years one of the complaints about the Church, and that's . North Little Rock, AR 72118, Office Hours: Where there is passion, connect it to your purpose. Denomination: Ill never forget the day our oldest son, John, shortly after graduating from high school, packed up his Volkswagen Rabbit and headed off to Stephen F. Austin University. 1. It was obvious that he had his mind made up. As Jakes discusses, find your genuine purpose and never settle for false comfort. Open your Bible, if you will, to the fourth chapter of Galatians. endobj What about you! It took deep root, and filled the land. (Psalms 80:8-9). DECEMBER 4, 2022, 10:30 a. m. - SECOND SUNDAY in ADVENT WORSHIP & COMMUNION. Just because it is taped to a tree doesnt mean it is really connected to the tree. Col 2:18-19 describe a false teacher who has lost his Head, lost Christ as first place. Get you one good, God said it. Draw us more deeply into yourself, through scripture read, water splashed, bread broken, wine poured, so that when our hearts are troubled, we will know you more completely as the way, the truth, and the life. TRY SERMONWRITER! Abide in Me, and I in you. Once you find the Book of Psalms, youre sure to find some words you can relate to. We have to be careful here. No longer would the makeup of Gods chosen people be determined by their race and their Jewish ancestry, it would hinge upon their relationship to Jesus Christ. Spend some time in the company of other Christians, and, finally, do a good deed each day for someone less fortunate. Friar Tuck was worried. When someone has your back you feel protected, secure, safe. Feel the stability of a deeply rooted community of faith. Look at verse 4. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. When you support BAPC, you strengthen community programs, build a safer and more accessible church, and inspire generations!
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