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Faith
Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004 (message contributor)
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1. Bring It On?
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
How do I make it through all of life’s struggles without killing myself, or someone else, in the process?
My brother-in-law is building a cabin in New Mexico. He decided to do the general contracting himself to save some money. What he’s finding out is that it’s not worth it. General contractors don’t make enough to compensate for the headaches they deal with. What David is experiencing is the ...read more
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2. Faith - The Substance Of Hope
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
This issue of expectation is central to the issue of faith.
Faith - The Substance of Hope Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.1 When Jesus calls you; the question you must ask yourself is what do you expect Him to say? This issue of expectation is central to the issue of faith. If faith is ...read more
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3. Faith & Fear Part 1
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
It’s not so much that fear is a sin. Fear is not the problem; it’s how we respond to it.
Faith & Fear Part 1 - 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Timothy 1:7 - For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.1 Psychologists define fears and anxieties as, ‘what a person experiences when faced with an event that they cannot control or predict or that ...read more
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4. Faith & Fear Part 2
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
Anxieties stem from 3 basic fears - fear of death, fear of man, and fear of failure.
Faith & Fear Part 2 - Psalm 31 Anxiety disorders have surpassed depression and alcoholism as the #1 mental health problem in America.1 Anxieties stem from 3 basic fears - fear of death, fear of man, and fear of failure. Psychologists believe that anxieties arise from a state of ...read more
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5. Faith & Giving Part 1 – Pursuing Generosity
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
The Bible certainly has a lot to say about the believer and his money.
Faith & Giving Part 1 – Pursuing Generosity 2 Corinthians 9:6, 7 6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for ...read more
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6. Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help?
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
One of the purposes of our giving is to help those in need.
Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help? 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Vs. 7 - Since you excel in so many ways—you have so much faith, such gifted speakers, such knowledge, such enthusiasm, and such love for us—now I want you to excel also in this gracious ministry of giving.1 How to Excel in ...read more
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7. Faith & The Father' Heart
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
We can trust God’s heart towards us.
One night a wife found her husband standing over their newborn baby’s crib. Silently she watched him. As he stood looking down at the sleeping infant, she saw on his face a mixture of emotions: disbelief, doubt, delight, amazement, enchantment, skepticism. He would stand back, shake his head and ...read more
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8. Faith & The Holy Spirit
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
To be full of faith, we must be full of the Holy Spirit.
Faith & The Holy Spirit Ephesians 3:16-19 Many years ago, A. W. Tozer said, "If the Holy Spirit were taken away from the New Testament Church, 90% of what they did would have come to a halt. But if the Holy Spirit were taken away from today’s Church, only 10% of what it does would ...read more
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9. Faith Introduction
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
The more I study about faith, the more I come to realize that faith has more to do with our commitment to Jesus Christ than our ability to just believe hard enough.
Faith Introduction Matthew 13:58 - And he did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.1 In the Gospels, the word faith is mentioned 40 times. 17 of those times, something happens as a result of someone’s faith. 12 more time Jesus refers to a lack of faith. As we think ...read more
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10. Faith Vs. Stones, Trees & Servants
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
Faith must be combined with servanthood.
Faith vs. Stones, Trees & Servants Luke 17:1-10 Luke 17:1-10 - Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to sin are bound to come, but woe to that person through whom they come. 2 It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for ...read more
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11. I See The Light!
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
The strength of our faith is tied up in our ability to hear God.
I think that it’s important to consistently remind ourselves that we do not serve a silent God. Throughout the pages of Scripture we see a God who is involved in His people’s lives and wants to speak to them and DOES speak to them. We see in the Bible a God who desperately wants to redeem mankind ...read more
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12. Pursuing Unity
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
Our faith is strengthened when we are in unity with others.
“...until we all reach unity in the faith” Job security? Probably. But if my job is to promote unity in the Body of Christ then I’m working hard toward unemployment. Hmmm. If my job is “to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up, until we all ...read more
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13. The Evidence Of Faith
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
It’s not the works that produce the faith but the faith that produces the works. It’s our actions that prove our faith.
* Being Salt & Light – ZESTY! – Rev. Magazine, September/October issue, pg. 28 It could be that one of the greatest hindrances to evangelism today is the poverty of our own experience – Billy Graham Christians have become famous for what they don’t do. We don’t drink We don’t smoke We ...read more
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14. Walking On Water Part 2
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
We must use what we’ve been given.
Walking on Water Part 2 - Investing in the Kingdom Matthew 25:14-30 1. The Gift It was the Master’s property to give. “To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each according to his ability.” We are given life, we are blessed with every ...read more
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15. Walking On Water
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
Peter was the only one who got out of the boat.
Walking on Water Matthew 14:22-33 Romans 1:17 – “The righteous will live by faith.” Hebrews 11:6 – without faith it is impossible to please God While on this earth, Jesus was amazed by one thing – people’s faith. While on this earth, Jesus was limited by one thing – people’s faith. ...read more
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16. Where Faith Comes From - Part 1
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
The word of God is the anchor to our faith.
Hebrews 11:1 - Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 1 Romans 10:17 -So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.2 Where Faith Comes From - Part 1 Psalm 1:1-3 His Delight John 15:7 - If you remain in me and my words ...read more
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17. Where Faith Comes From - Part 2
Contributed on Jan 7, 2004
God’s word increases our faith and brings us freedom.
Where Faith Comes From - Part 2 Romans 10:17 - So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.1 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be thoroughly ...read more