A certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, saying, “Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that your servant feared the Lord . And the creditor is coming to take my two sons to be his slaves.” So Elisha said to her, “What shall I do for you? Tell me, what do…

CALLED TO BE DIFFERENT Of those men who went to spy out the land, only Joshua the son of Nun and Caleb the son of Jephunneh remained alive. INTRODUCTION: As we look at our society, we learn a lot about our modern culture. There are various expectations placed on us, and even pressure to fit into the…

Intro? In order for us to live by faith, we really have to understand God’s faithfulness. So I’d like us to begin there as the foundation for what we see in our verses in Hebrews today. Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had…

We see from the life of Moses that by faith he willingly chose suffering, that his trust in God superseded fear of man, and that by faith he obeyed God's command--all courageous actions that led to God's deliverance of his people. Enduring Faith leads to bold action because faith believes that relationship with God is a treasure far better than this world and this life, that God is to be feared above earthly kings, and that obedience to God's instruction is for His glory and our good.

With the faith the size of a mustard seed contains the power to overcome any situation through Christ

The Faith Factor PT I - The Foundation for Faith ; PT II - The Formula for Faith PT III - The Fight of Faith PT IV. - Faith vs. Facts THE FOUNDATION FOR FAITH Our Scripture teaches us that Christians walk by faith and not by sight. Faith will never fail you but sight will blind you to the possibilities…

Keith Palmore concludes the monthly theme, "Truth is Objective" by asking a question, "Are You Willing to Consider?"

Do You Have Fireproof Faith Today? [Introduction Illustration] A couple years ago on my younger brothers’ birthday, we had the majority of the family over, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, friends you name it they were there. We as accustomed for any birthday set something on fire, whether that…

We see from the life of Moses that by faith he willingly chose suffering, that his trust in God superseded fear of man, and that by faith he obeyed God's command--all courageous actions that led to God's deliverance of his people. Enduring Faith leads to bold action because faith believes that relationship with God is a treasure far better than this world and this life, that the invisible God is to be feared above earthly kings, and that Jesus has made the way for our full and final deliverance.

Why Does the Resurrection Matter? The Central Doctrine of Christ’s Victory Over Sin The most debated doctrine between those who believe and those who don’t. The most important belief for a Christian: believe this, and you will be empowered to truly believe in the person and the power of Jesus Christ.…

Jesus gives hope to the hopeless.

INTRODUCTION: 1. Each piece of the Armor of God is important. A. The whole Armor is needed, but each piece plays a part within that whole. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Eph 6. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be…

Jesus and the wide variety of people surrounding him in John 12 give us examples of the many things that can help us in our faith and faithfulness, as well as many things that hinder us.

Prepare To Take The Land 6 Then the children of Judah came unto Joshua in Gilgal: and Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite said unto him, Thou knowest the thing that the Lord said unto Moses the man of God concerning me and thee in Kadesh-barnea. 7 Forty years old was I when Moses the servant of the…

Jesus' identity and work is more significant than religious trappings.

INTRODUCTION: 1. Today, we are going to lead into a new series on the Armor of God. A. We are going to be looking at over the next few weeks. 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles…

Introduction Illustration: Who Can I Run To? By The Jones Girls in 1979 off their self-titled album & remade by Xscape in 1995 " Who Can I Run To " is a 1979 song written by Charles B. Simmons, Frank Alstin Jr, Richard Roebuck and originally recorded by The Jones Girls. The song was the B-side to "You…

Call to Worship To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the Sons of Korah. 1 Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph! 2 For the Lord Most High is awesome; He is a great King over all the earth. 3 He will subdue the peoples under us, And the nations under our feet. 4 He…

Hopelessness leads to hope in Jesus

There are no perfect parents, only parents of faith who entrust their children to the Perfect Father, training them to seek after Him as the One to be most feared and treasured.

INTRODUCTION: 1. Each piece of the Armor of God is important . 26 Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men . 27 For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God. A. The whole armor is needed to fight the spiritual war. 11 Put on the whole armor of…

Feeling out of place Ever had someone try to make you feel like you are out of place? not good enough to be somewhere? That is what is so hard about learning a language - you have to humble yourself to learn, to get funny story?? where people look down on you happens all the time - they don’t say anything,…

INTRODUCTION: 1. Each piece of the Armor of God is important. 26 Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men . 27 For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God. 17 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a…

Fiery Trials

Prepare To Take The Land 6 Then the children of Judah came unto Joshua in Gilgal: and Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite said unto him, Thou knowest the thing that the Lord said unto Moses the man of God concerning me and thee in Kadesh-barnea. 7 Forty years old was I when Moses the servant of the…