Draw from the strength of others. "Blessed is He who Comes in the Name of the Lord!" Ad te levavi, First Sunday in Advent St. Matthew 21:1-11 December 1 and 2, 2007 (Concordia Lutheran Church, Brockport, New York) Look at your Neighbor and tell them Don't Lose Your Hope, lose your car, lose your house, lose your money and your honey, lose your health and your job. We often lose connectivity as we drift In his Letter to the Romans, Paul writes, For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts Danny Sullivan delivers the message around connection. 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. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. 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).. but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, The joy of salvation comes from knowing Gods presence, trusting that your sins are forgiven and having the assurance that in every situation and circumstance, God is with you, you are not alone. 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. Cycle B Gospel Text Sermons for Lent and Easter. 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. North Little Rock, AR 72118, Office Hours: Thank you! Our current circumstances should never limit us from reaching our true potential. If you dont get it, go to another place. All this is to say, when Jesus said, I am the true vine, his listeners would have known exactly what he was talking about. 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. The Jews in Jesus day had the name, but they lacked the spirit. If the congregation agreed, then Id give him my blessing, as well as my full support; but if not, he needed to reconsider. 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; They thrive in the skill that defines them, and the energy flow is seamless. <>>> Session will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments accordingly. Hope says things are going to get better. Events, joys, prayers, updates see It all in The Tidings monthly newsletter! They transgressed the decree of the word of the Lord, and took to themselves strange women. So when every the devil try, to inflict or afflict you, tell you there no, God Can Not Lie shout that back at me. 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. Jakes uses his gift for connecting with people to inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 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. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day" (2 Corinthians 4:16). Session will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments accordingly. Don't give up when your reputation is damaged because you are trying to be faithful to Jesus. You need to find the wheelhouse of what you were called to do. DECEMBER 4, 2022, 10:30 a. m. - SECOND SUNDAY in ADVENT WORSHIP & COMMUNION. Biblical Commentary and circumcision is that of the heart, Vs. 11Cant give birth to anything because life has cause you to believe that your womb has been shut up and the likelihood of pregnancy is 0-None. Attendance is merely fulfilling religious obligations. 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. Used by permission. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Identity: Discover Who You Are and Live A Life Of Purpose, 7 Things That Happened In 2016 We Can Be Grateful For. He alright whit me And he will do the same for you today. God had come to him in the past in strange and wonderful ways. Pursue your highest calling by discovering your purpose. When you support BAPC, you strengthen community programs, build a safer and more accessible church, and inspire generations! 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. 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). When someone has your back, you don't worry about being hit from behind. You drove out the nations, and planted it. Annie Johnson Flint put it this way: It is the branch that bears the fruit TDJAKES.COM extends his inspirational mission by publishing insightful, informative and rewarding content in order to motivate readers to live a life marked by purpose, power, vision, growth, love and faith. We are looking at this wonderful epistle, which emphasizes salvation by faith alone. In God every hopeless situation becomes a case of hope. Im talking to somebody who is going through something right now. DAVID SEEMS TO HAVE LOST FAVOR WITH GOD AND HE SEEMS TO BE TRYING TO FIX IT. Some try but it is very evident after a while. But, looking back, I can tell you, it made me a better person. (John 15:4). 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? Once were cut off from the wellspring of Gods Spirit, we begin to wither and die. Well preacher why must I go through what Im going through if its going to pass. Leo H. McCrary II - May 15, 2022 Responsive Reading - 1 Kings 19:2-13 Key Verse - 1 Kings 19:8 As the branch cant bear fruit by itself, But that shouldnt stop you from finding passages that are clear and self-evident and speak directly to your life. And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of the one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth: and they dwelled there about ten years. Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. Don't Lose Your Connection Pt. In todays times, we have wonderful cell phones. Having trouble logging into your account? Once you find the Book of Psalms, youre sure to find some words you can relate to. I dont know about you, but I dont enjoy pruning trees, though Ive done my share. People lose heart because they lose their sense of purpose. By pruning the branches, the vinedresser helps the healthy branches grow stronger and bear fruit. It doesn't say that Abraham believed. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! and perseverance, proven character; The Inheritance You Can't Lose. Tragedy hasnt stopped you, heartbreak didnt defeat you, failure does not define you; use this hard-earned wisdom to grasp your purpose and shape your future. And how do we build a relationship? Help me always to stay connected to You. Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 16, 2022 (message contributor) Summary: Life is full of distractions. 2 A bastard shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord; even to his tenth generation shall he not enter into the congregation of the Lord. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. Get you one good, God said it. He knew all about Robin Hood and his band of merry men who lived in Sherwood Forest, and he wasn't sure he approved. (John 15:4) Only a connection to the Vine gives life. And how many know you dont need but one. we allow it to be a weight on us. 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. , can you see my Jesus as the put the nails in his hands. And how many do know it doesnt matter cause you dont need but one. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Well here the reason, you will never appreciate getting up until you been down, you will never appreciate getting over until youve been under, you will never appreciate a smile until you had to frown, you will never appreciate being free until you been bound, you will never appreciate the sun shine until you been through the rain. When we lose our focus, we can be distracted, and disaster can happen. As he rounded the corner, we waved once more, feeling the pangs of grief in our hearts, as our little boy ventured out into the world to make his mark. Amen. endobj Staying connected is the key. 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. 3 0 obj 4 0 obj January 30, 2023. that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Pray to God. 3 0 obj The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. In this text Paul is writing to the church at Rome, because the church at this time had become discouraged. Try and eliminate all distractions. Before it was over, I had two mountains of limbs piled up on the curb. Purpose resides in us; we must be directors in the script of our lives. Ruth 1, Ruth 1:6-17, Sermon Topics: If I were to tape a branch to a tree would the branch grow and get leaves and fruit on it? <> Sermon Text: Heb 12:1-2 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares . who was given to us. (Romans 5:3-5). I hesitate to say this because I dont want to draw attention to myself. 2 0 obj And He will help you to live without it until its your time. 19 And they rose up in the morning early, and worshipped before the Lord, and returned, and came to their house to Ramah: and Elkanah knew Hannah his wife; and the Lord remembered her. The Reverend Cherie Hambleton will preside at Our Table and offering the Liturgy of the Lord's Supper for Communion Sunday. It did not come to stay it came to pass. 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. %FUP> What about you! lose your car, lose your house, lose your money and your honey, lose your health and your job. the same bears much fruit, 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. Face masks are optional. Start with prayer, then read a few verses of the Bible, then spend some time in the company of other Christians. <> Please login to your NOAH account to Comment and Like content on this site. the same bears much fruit, Ive read the end of the story we all live happy ever after, We Will Not Lose! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UH5Zp9XUxFYFv-UpMeQ8xEs0uQqi6W8M/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KTErCfBvBeWKtv_ZXsqVqp4WanhICEYV/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V1M3RlVL2J2jA-oYbllWJZbsVgDp0a5b/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lQdxuLyA5S9e1rO_ekhUUfCZ-uLzwYQE/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ce7XBtpkwkZVv93XIrC972cegu1Kjrpa/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rDSqDu0Em6FdOlIdGxF6bNRtdzR32rGo/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VbdUXOhcDqdqlbvuUEDK567j7U0Rv3iX/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o6Bf8WpPT-bfkppbP3vetXcddjy-iwC7/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z9CgCCBHk5kffZsNKUDGZpkfllt_Q3e1/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NdV2VucYzAL1YvSw2xwlGFFvtGXYLuNx/view?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oqhvsChWQI7OEEJIT1TIJEit62KNSNxd/view?usp=share_link, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi25g9XF8Zf7quPMVKZie7Q. and my Father is the farmer.. as they march him for judgment hall to judgment hall, as his friends denied him not once but thrice, this was a hopeless case yawl has the crowd cried crucify him. Open your Bible, if you will, to the fourth chapter of Galatians. Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Bethlehemjudah. This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember your high school graduation? Try it sometime. What we need to remember is that, in the Old Testament, the vine was a common image for the people of Israel. [There was a famine] Probably occasioned by the depredations of the Philistines, Ammonites, etc., carrying off the grain as soon as it was ripe, or destroying it on the field. What was the experience high up on Mount Hermon, which we have come to call the Transfiguration of Jesus? The human spirit has an amazing capacity to endure hardship. For 18 months, it can still stagger around and peck at the ground with it's neck, but make no mistake, the chicken is dead. 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. If you have been blessed by this sermon, we encourage you to check us out on our may media platforms listed below, God bless and stay safe!Website:https://p. Denomination: Help me out Paul, yes I will help you out Madison, trouble on ever side, yet not distressed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; Im a winner not a loser We Will Not Lose! 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? Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? 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. through the Holy Spirit E!UF`Q##v[[l& I am the vine. Thank you for joining us for todays worship service with Danny Dodd! Friar Tuck was worried. There is perhaps no better feeling than knowing that someone "has your back." Read a few verses of scripture. My wife, Donna, died in 1997. Amen. stream Too Old Life has brought your hope, dreams and expectations to a conclusion. Get you one good, stand on it dont go nowhere you may not know the chapter you may not know verse but you know, said ask and it shell be given seek and you shell find knock and, was young but now Im old but I never seen, good one and dont go nowhere. Don't Get Distracted! Enduring Witness (May 16 - 22) Risen Christ, you prepare a place for us, in the home of the Mother-and-Father of us all. In other words its not good right now, the situation is not good right now, but I expect it to get better.. is there anybody here with expectation, the situation is not good now but I expect it to get good, anybody here expect it to be good. It was obvious that he had his mind made up. 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. 1 0 obj 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! They took him down and laid him in a borrowed tomb, But dont lose your hope for after three days he Got up with all power in hands to save you and me from this sin sick world . Our new Preaching Suite solution makes it easy to prepare, preach and archive your sermons. Find a verse or two and let them give you comfort and strength. Rubbing shoulders with those who share the faith can give you a boost when you get discouraged. Over the past few years one of the complaints about the Church, and that's . Gather your wine/juice and bread if you would like to partake in Communion. %PDF-1.5 As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. They cut themselves off from their extended family of faith. Bishop TD Jakes is one of most influential voices in America. SEPT 25 STAYING CONNECTED TO THE POWER SOURCE: DON'T LOSE YOUR CONNECTION TO GOD, HE IS OUR POWER SOURCE . Your descendants will populate these hills and valleys like rain!. They wouldve been quick to make the connection: Jesus was the new Israel, the one through whom God was establishing a new covenant. faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Chomping at the bits, perhaps, to move out on your own? Were you meant to counsel others? 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. You see hope is the expectation of good, shout that back at if you will. 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. By Gboyega Omolaye. 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. He is the link by which we are able to stay connected to God and each other. The chicken without a head may have the semblance of life. When he wore a younger mans clothes, the VOICE had called him on a journey with no fixed destination. They are commonly referred to as the "I am" statements. The vinedresser prunes the branches to make them strong and productive. And it seems like God is taking his own good time. Deep down inside knowing that you were at a point of no-return that no matter how often you might come back home for a visit, this was a time of stepping out on your own? Meet Pastor Cherie Hambleton dig deeper into your faith questions, and discover God's complete everlasting love for you, exactly as you are today. You cannot do any profitable work with it besides playing some games. In this sermon Lost Signal, if you're feeling like your connection with God is down, it's time to reconnect. Some cell phones are expensive and some are very smartly priced and inexpensive. Now, I know there are parts of the Bible that are complex and hard to understand. endobj The demonic man name Legion was thought to be a hopeless case but Jesus made him a case of hope, the woman at the well was thought to be a hopeless case but Jesus made her a case of hope, the man at the pool of Bethesda for 38 years was thought to be a hopeless case but Jesus made him a case of hope, the woman with the issues of blood was thought to be a hopeless case but Jesus made her a case of hope, There is one more case that seem to be hopeless and Jesus turned it into a case of hope when the guards entered the garden and he was met with kiss.
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