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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
Prayer is not the least we can do; prayer is the best we can do. Cultivate a devoted, alert, and thankful prayer life to experience God's power and presence.
Today, we're going to talk about something super important in our lives as followers of Jesus - prayer. Prayer isn't just something we do when we're in trouble or need help; it's actually the best thing we can do in any situation. So, let's get ready to learn how to power up our prayer lives! To ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 4:2-3, Acts 12:1-12
Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Communication, Faith Strengthening, Prayer Techniques
This sermon gives consideration to two prayer techniques: The Welcoming Prayer and the Active Prayer Practice
March 15, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Thess. 5:16-18 Pray without Ceasing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. St. Paul encourages us to pray without ceasing. It’s something that’s impossible to do. We cannot ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Denomination: Lutheran
In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.
In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.” I am not much of a fisherman to say the least. I have on occasion gone out with my friends and tried to fish. We would sit on the pontoon boat with the radio playing, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 5:1-11
Denomination: Baptist
In marriage, we are going to encounter conflict, and at some point, we’re going to fight dirty. And sometimes we will be on the receiving end of these dirty tactics.
Eventually, you’re going to fight In marriage, we are going to encounter conflict, and at some point we’re going to fight dirty. And sometimes we will be on the receiving end of these dirty tactics. Perhaps we don’t consciously choose to fight in this way. But consciously or unconsciously, we ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 15:1
Some people are too pushy with their faith while others never even share it... where’s the balance!
It’s Not About Me… When It Comes To: TECHNIQUE Colossians 3:23 - 25 Video Clip: “Evangelism Linebacker” Colossians 3:23 - 25 (KJV) 23And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; 24Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 3:23-25
call to discipleship
FISHING TECHNIQUES FOR EVERY CHRISTIAN My Brothers and Sisters, Grace and Peace to you in the name of Jesus, the great Fisherman. AMEN The sun had just risen when the Scouts began their trek up Baldy Mountain. At 12,441 feet Baldy is the highest peak in the Philmont Scout Ranch, a ...read more
Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it.
Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it. Jesus Christ was a Master at communicating truth to a wide variety of audiences. Not only did Jesus communicate truth with love, but He presented ideas that spawned the planting and growing of His church throughout the world. Our ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
In marriage, we are going to encounter conflict at some point. And at some point, we're going to fight dirty. And we will be both on the receiving end and the giving end of these dirty tactics.
“What, with my tongue in your tail? Nay, come again, Good Kate; I am a gentleman.” - William Shakespeare, The Taming Of The Shrew. "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Proverbs 15:1 Eventually, you're going to fight In marriage, we are going to ...read more
"James with the Camel's Knees" gives us a crucial, practical lesson on prayer. He gives us technique and an example.
1. Salesman and Prayer The story is told of a man who went and made a sales presentation to the leadership of a church. When the presentation was over, one of the men in leadership when into the auditorium, knelt down and after a minute of silent prayer, returned and announced in a solemn tone, ...read more
Scripture: James 5:13-18
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Face criticism with the presence of God.
A. THE INNER SIN OF ISRAEL RETURNS – EXODUS 17:1-7 1. Some problems come from circumstances. “There was not water for the people to drink” (17:1). a. Time of year. b. Hadn’t God led them? c. Weren’t they in a desert? 2. What was their past sin? Complaining/criticism (14:11-12; 15:24; 16:2). If ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Exodus 18:8-18
1 of 4. We incur certain liabilities when we allow our relationship to Jesus to become eclipsed by technique. But what exactly becomes liable? When technique eclipses relationship, Our.....is Liable.
WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-I—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Attention: We can rarely afford ‘dates’ per se. but we do look forward to our ‘grocery store dates.’ Rather than hunting & fetching certain items(as usual), we will take our time going down every aisle in the store. We use ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7
3 of 4. We incur certain liabilities when we allow our relationship to Jesus to become eclipsed by technique. But what exactly becomes liable? When technique eclipses relationship, Our.....is Liable.
WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-III—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Attention: Well, it is not a pretty story. About 200 dead crows were found near the city of Regina & there was concern for Avian Flu. They had a Bird Pathologist examine the remains of all the crows, & he confirmed the ...read more
2 of 4. We incur certain liabilities when we allow our relationship to Jesus to become eclipsed by technique. But what exactly becomes liable? When technique eclipses relationship, Our.....is Liable.
WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-II—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Attention: When they were first married Ken watched & learned as his new wife Karen, prepared the boneless ham. Karen precisely measured 3 inches from the butt of the ham inward & cut off the end of the ham. Ken immediately ...read more
4 of 4. We incur certain liabilities when we allow our relationship to Jesus to become eclipsed by technique. But what exactly becomes liable? When technique eclipses relationship, Our.....is Liable.
WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-IV—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Muddying the water above where clarity is needed. A man who spends all his time at work—Neglecting his family in order to do it—Forgetting that his initial drive for the work is to meet his family’s need. The way in which we ...read more
The key to healthy prayer is more than a technique; it is a healthy attitude. Let's look at six attitudes that lead to a satisfying and effective prayer life.
Prayer Attitudes J. C. Ryle once wrote, "If I know anything of a Christian's heart, you are often sick of your own prayers." You go to pray but you can't think of what to say. Or you tell God he's awesome, and a second later you recall that the Honda needs an oil change. You promise God that ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:9-16
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