2 - 10 - 2013 Sermon Notes

Sharing my notes from Church on Sunday 2 – 10- 2013 from my Pastor’s Sermon. .......................................... Stepping Into Your Dreams – Sermon Title .............................................................................. Sermon Scripture – Joshua 4:4 – 8 ..................................................................................... Sometimes our dreams become a reality — but we have to step by faith. ................................................. There is a Jordan River you have to cross. ............................................................................ Sometimes Jordan River is not easy to cross. .......................................................................... You have to step out sometimes. ....................................................................................... God has something bigger for you. ..................................................................................... Some people have a tendency to back up instead of stepping out on faith. .............................................. There is much growth that I need. ..................................................................................... There is a growth process that we are going to need to cross. ......................................................... You have a bright future. ............................................................................................. We have to break generational curses. ................................................................................. God has a way of dismissing generational curses. ...................................................................... Examples of people who would not give up: ............................................................................. Henry Ford – went bankrupt five times ................................................................................. Walt Disney – went bankrupt .......................................................................................... Beethoven – was deaf .................................................................................................. You must be persistent, try and try again. ............................................................................ Everybody has to cross the River Jordan. .............................................................................. It was time for Israel to cross the Jordan River. .................................................................... Step out on faith on the ministry of God. ............................................................................. Keep your eyes on God. ................................................................................................ Joshua 4:1-4 they waited for three days; it had been a long forty years. .............................................. Moses got to the edge of the river and never crossed. ................................................................. The Ark of the Covenant represents God. ............................................................................... God is up to something. ............................................................................................... Sometimes God grabs us and takes us out of our comfort zone. .......................................................... Joshua had to step up, for Moses was gone (deceased). ................................................................. You have to follow God in order to get into Canaan. ................................................................... The cattle on a 1000 (thousand) hills belong to HIM, all the silver and the gold belong to HIM. ....................... Sit and wait on directions. ........................................................................................... Follow the Ark and keep your eye/mind on God. ......................................................................... If you have to work for what you get – it has more meaning to its value. ............................................. When you’re saved you don’t sit down – you have to work out your Salvation. .......................................... I know how I’ve made it – I trusted in God. .......................................................................... When you step out on faith – God will guide you. ...................................................................... You may not get your blessing right now – but “Stay on the Battlefield.” .............................................. To get prepared you have to listen to God’s instructions. ............................................................. Nothing will happen to you – step off the river bank. ................................................................. You’re going to have some Jordans. ................................................................................... Without faith it is impossible to please God. ......................................................................... My God won’t send me anywhere without making a way. ................................................................... God loves us. ......................................................................................................... God has a bigger job for us to do now. ................................................................................ God is still here and still in the blessing business. ................................................................. God has all power in HIS hand. ........................................................................................ We’re not telling our children what God is/has done in our lives – this is the problem. .............................. Tell your children how you stepped out on faith. ...................................................................... God is not through with me yet. ....................................................................................... I’m going to see the man name Jesus one day. .......................................................................... End of my notes for 2-10-2013

Leadership - By The Book - Bible

Thought for February 12, 2013. .......................................................................................... Why am I sharing this? This Scripture is on a daily calendar over 15 or 20 years old. ................................... Deuteronomy 28:13 - Prosperity in Business & Finance ................................................................... And the Lord shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath; if that thou hearken unto the commandments of the LORD thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them: ....................................................................................................................... Deuteronomy 28:13 ...................................................................................................... Scripture reference "Prosperity in Business & Finance" is taken/used from KJV Precious Promise Bible. ................... Now prosperity means different things to difference people. ............................................................ Maybe by the weekend I will be able to share a book review on leadership, but if not if the Lord says the same it will be next week. ............................................................................................................. This Bible - The Precious Promise Bible was sold to my late grandparents in 1923 by Rev. Solomon Nash. ................. I am assuming that they bought this Bible in MO. or MS. but I do not know to be exact.

It's A Wonderful Life! .. 2/10/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 2/10/2013. Unit III. Imitating Jesus. It’s a Wonderful Life! Colossians 2:6-15. .............. Now remember that I shared “Free Online Resources & Tools for Bible Studies” earlier this week in a blog post so you can study or research what I share if you like. ...................................................................... Christ’s Person & Work (Colossians 1:3 – 2:7) ......................................................................... Paul’s Ministry (Colossians 1:24 – 2:7) ............................................................................... Safeguard Against Error (Colossians 2:8 – 3:4) ....................................................................... The Fullness of Christ (Colossians 2:8 – 10) .......................................................................... Spiritual Circumcision (Colossians 2:11,12) ........................................................................... Christ’s Victory (Colossians 2:13 – 15) ............................................................................... Through Jesus, God forgives all our trespasses and triumphs over all earthly rulers and authorities. .................. Whether that’s spiritual, social, education, familial, or occupation, we are not defined by our successes or failures, but rather by our fullness in Christ. ................................................................................. Colossians 2:6 – 8 .................................................................................................... Verses 6,7 – Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces of The New Life; Steadfastness ............................................. (The Colossians had received Jesus Christ after hearing Epaphras preach) .. Epaphras – Colossians 1:7; 4:12 ........... Verse 8 – Scripture; Characteristics of Scripture; The Standard of Truth .............................................. We are going to have obstacles and challenges daily while maturing and following Christ. .............................. (Psalm/Tehillim 1; Ephesians 2:20; Jude 3; Colossians 1:7 – Reference Scripture in Sunday School Book) ................ Colossians 2:9 – 10 ................................................................................................... Verse 9 – Jesus Christ; Christ’s Divinity; Is Made Equal With God ..................................................... Verse 10 – Jesus Christ; Christ’s Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God, Omnipotent … (Omnipotent – unlimited power & authority) .......................................................................................... Importance of being buried in Christ and raised with Him in baptism ................................................... (Philippians 2:7; John 1:16 – Reference Scripture) ................................................................... Colossians 2:11 – 15 ................................................................................................. Verse 11 – Sacred Rites & Forms; Sacraments, Worship & Church-Fellowship; The Significance of the Rite, … But of No Importance to Christians … Read Colossians 2:11 ...................................................................... Verse 12 – Sacred Rites & Forms; Sacraments, Worship, & Church-Fellowship; …. IT’s Spiritual Significance ............ Importance of being buried with Christ and raised with Him in baptism. ............................................... Verse 13 – Man Redeemed; Effectual Calling; This New Life is of God .................................................. Verses 14,15 – Jesus Christ; Offices of Christ; Our Propitiation … (Propitiation – atoning sacrifice) ................ The apostle Paul gave us five aspects of being complete in Jesus: Spiritual Circumcision (Philippians 3:3, Spiritual Baptism, Made Us Alive Again (Ephesians 4:18), Removal of the Requirements of the Law (John 19:30) & Triumph over Powers. .............................................................................................................. The Law could not save humans ......................................................................................... If you have that you are carrying remember Jesus nailed it to the Cross .. ............................................ Press forward with thanksgiving for the blood of Jesus and quit looking back in the past. ............................. Wolves in Sheep Clothing: In this Digital/Internet age some tv evangelists and Internet worship services continue to attract Christians/Saints of God attention, remain on guard and be alert, false teachers are still lurking in darkness … (I Peter 5:8) ....................................................................................................... The Importance of a Bible-Centered Church/Place of Worship: to teach, evangelism & discipleship, provide opportunities for you to use your gift(s) & skill()s). .............................................................................. There is no such thing as a perfect Church – for we are not perfect… .................................................. (Scripture references: Hebrews 10:23-25; Ephesians 4:12-16; I Corinthians 12:18-20, 25; I Peter 4:10) ................. When we accept Christ, He forgives our trespasses. .................................................................... Scripture & reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible, KJV Precious Promise Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentaty

2-6-2013 .. True Worship

Jan/Feb/March 2013 Devotional & Educational Quarterly Emphasis is on True Worship ...................................................................................................................... @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Another great study book on Worship: visit http://www.followingGod.com .. for personal, church study, or Bible Class this is a great study book “Life Principles For Worship From The Tabernacle” by Wayne Barber – Eddie Rasnake – Richard Shepherd. In 2003 one of my former pastors from my home church took us through this study book. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ ....................................................................................................................... Devotion Scripture – Genesis 35:1-7 ................................................................................... Topic Scripture – Psalm/Tehillim 24:1-10 .............................................................................. Psalm/Tehillim 24:10 … Who is the King of glory? The Lord of hosts, He is the King of glory. .......................... Psalm(Tehillim) 24:10 – Works of God; God’s Providence Among Men, Generally; The King of the Earth ................... Devotional Message Scriptures – Exodus 19:10; Joshua 24:14-18, 23 ..................................................... Genesis 35:1-7 ........................................................................................................ Verses 1, 3, 6, 7 – Sacred Places; Altars & Holy Places; Patriarchal Altars ........................................... Verse 2 – Idolatry & Superstition; Laws & Arguments Against Idolatry; Idol Worship Forbidden .......................... Verse 4 – Idolatry & Superstition, Ruin of Idols, Idols Destroyed ..................................................... Verse 5 – War; Victory & Pursuit; Panic ............................................................................... Psalm 24:1-10 ......................................................................................................... Verse 1 – Works of God; Preservation; Preserves & Protects Man ........................................................ Verse 2 – Works of God; Creation; The Continents: Vegetable Life Begins ............................................... Verse 3 – (Promises) ….. The Upright are Blessed & Prospered … Everlasting Life & Heaven Promised ..................... Verses 3,4,5,6 – Works of God Providence In Moral Disciplines; Spiritual Blessings Promised ........................... Verse 4 – (Promises) …. Everlasting Life & Heaven Promised ............................................................ Verse 5 (Promises) … The Upright are Blessed & Prospered .............................................................. Verses 7,8,9,10 – Works of God; God’s Providence Among Men, Generally; The King of the Earth .......................... Exodus 19:10 – Sacred Places; Altars & Holy Places; Mount Sinai Set Apart for the Giving of the Law ................... Joshua 24:14-18. 23 ................................................................................................... Verses 14,23 – Idolatry & Superstition; Laws & Arguments Against Idolatry; Idol Worship Forbidden ..................... Verse 15 – Works of God; The Purposes of God; Men Addressed as Free Agents ............................................ Verse 16 – Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces of the New Life; Fidelity .................................................... Verse 17 – The Hebrews; The Exodus From Egypt; God’s Hand Recognized in the Deliverance (Jews were called Hebrews in ancient times) ........................................................................................................ Verse 18 – The Hebrews; In The Wilderness; Joshua’s Valedictory ....................................................... Scripture & reference taken/used from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & KJV Precious Promise Bible

Love Story - Jacob & Rachel

10-21-07 Sunday School Lesson — Story of Love – Jacob & Rachel ........................................................ Key Verse – Jacob served seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him a few days, for the love he had to her (Genesis 29:20) ............................................................................................................... 10-28-07 Sunday School Lesson — Esau & Jacob Reunite Peacefully (Background scripture: Genesis 33:1-20) Lesson Scripture: Genesis 33:1-11. .......................................................................................... Key Verse – Jacob served seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him a few days, for the love he had to her (Genesis 29:20) ............................................................................................................... The Family – Modes of Getting a Wife – Moved by Ardent (eager, glowing, strong) Affection. ............................ Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verse 20 — And Jacob “served” seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her. ................................................................................................................. “served” — Hosea 12:12 — Industrial Employments & Products — Care of Live Stock — Shepherds .......................... Jacob was in agreement to work-serve for Rachel for his wife .......................................................... True LOVE ............................................................................................................ Cancer Rate Drop Faster Than Ever …….. I saw this on the Internet Headlines & in a Newspaper Headline at a store on 10/15/07 …….. I do believe that October is Cancer Awareness Month ……. This is a love story in itself …. story of love ……. Jesus loves us. .................................................................................................. John 3:16 — LOVE — Jesus Christ died for the sins of mankind .. the world I Corinthians 13 — Love Chapter I Corinthians 13:3 — the greatest is charity “love” ................................................................................. Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verses 21, 22, 23 — The Family — The Wedding — Consummation (sum it up) .............................................. Ephesians 5:25 — Husbands love your wives, even as Christ loved the Church, & gave himself for it. ................... Verses 21, 22, 23 – ................................................................................................... And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife … .......................................................................... And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, & made a feast .................................................. And it came to pass in the evening, that he took Leah his daughter, & brought her to him … ........................... Men stay sober — Could this have been the case of Jacob not knowing that he was marrying Leah instead of Rachel ....... Sowing & reaping … What did Jacob do to his father & brother? ........................................................ God’s Plans are on HIS Timetable in Eternity .......................................................................... Verses 24,29 – ........................................................................................................ And Laban gave unto his daughter Leah Zilpah his maid for an handmaid. ................................................ And Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah his handmaid to be her maid. ............................................ Masters & Servants — Given as Dowry .................................................................................. Genesis 30:9 — When Leah saw she had stop having children, she took Zilpah her maid, & gave her to Jacob to wife (The Family, Parents & Children) .......................................................................................... Genesis 30:1-8 — Rachel giveth her handmaid Bilhah to Jacob for she was barren — could not at have children. .......... Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verses 25, 26, 27, 28, 30 — The Family — The Institution & Laws of Marriage — Polygamy & Concubinage Practised — The Patriarchs ........................................................................................................... And it came to pass, that in the morning, behold, it was Leah: & he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me, did I not serve with thee for Rachel? ................................................................................ And Laban said, It must not be so done in our “country,” to give the younger before the firstborn. ................... Fulfil her week, We will give thee this also for the service which thou shalt serve with me yet seven other years. .......................................................... And Jacob did so, & fulfilled her week: & he gave him Rachel his daughter to wife also. .............................. …. he “loved” also Rachel more than Leah, & served with him “yet” seven other yeara. ................................. “country” — place (the eldest was to be married in their country/place before the youngest. Leah – eldest & Rachel – younger) ............................................................................................................. yet — Genesis 31:41 — Jacob served 20 years in Laban’s house, 14 years for Leah & Rachel, 6 years for cattle, & Laban changed his wages 10 times. ......................................................................................... Genesis 29:20-35 ..................................................................................................... Verse 31 — And when the LORD saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb: but Rachel was barren. ..................... Miracles — Supernatual Bodily Gifts — Gift or Denial of Children ...................................................... Jacob loved Rachel Food for Thought — Question — Did Leah have to pay a high price for being an unwanted wife — unloved? ............................................................................................................. Genesis 29:20-35 ..................................................................................................... Verses 32, 33 — The Family — Parents & Children — Children the Gift of God ............................................ And Leah conceived, & bare a son, & she called his name “Reuben”: for she said, surely the LORD hath “looked” upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me. .................................................................... And she conceived again, & there a son; & said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: & she called his name “Simeon.” ..................................................................... Reuben — see a son .................................................................................................... looked — Exodus 3:7 — Israel in Egypt — God Remembers HIS Covenant ................................................... Simeon — hearing ...................................................................................................... Genesis 29:20-35 — The Family — Parents & Children — Birth ............................................................ And she conceived again, & bare a som; & said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have borne him three sons: therefore was his name called “Levi.” ................................................................ And she conceived again, & bare a son: & she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name “Judah”: & “left” bearing ....................................................................................................... Levi — joined ......................................................................................................... Judah — praise ........................................................................................................ left — stood from bearing(having children) ............................................................................ Judah — Jesus Christ came from his line — Genesis 49:10 & Matthew 2:6 ................................................. With every childbirth Leah felt like Jacob would love her. ............................................................ Lastly this was not in the sunday school lesson but I did wish to share this ……....................................... Genesis 30:17-21 — Leah had two sons “Issachar & Zebulun” & one daughter “Dinah” by Jacob. ............................ Dinah — Women watch & pray — be careful — Genesis 34:1,2,5,7

1 of 2 .. Wisdom & Justice

http://bizcovering.com/management/characteristics-of-wise-leaders .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7/15/2012 .... Wisdom & Justice .............................Sunday School Lesson for 7/15/2012 .............................................................................................................I Kings 3:16-28; II Chronicles 9:8 ............................................................. This link came from my Teacher's Guide .................................................................................................................................................................................. At a later date I'll share more about this lesson

Free - Bible Study Tools

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