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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
Rejecting the wisdom of the world means little if we fail to embrace the wisdom from above. James provides practical steps that will lead to success in the Christian life.
JAMES 4:5-10 STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIFE “Do you suppose it is to no purpose that the Scripture says, ‘He yearns jealously over the Spirit that he has made to dwell in us?’ But He gives more grace. Therefore it says, ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’ Submit ...read more
Scripture: James 4:5-10
Denomination: Baptist
Many churches operate with demonic wisdom rather than with heavenly wisdom. James confronts us, calling us to recognise the evil that can destroy us.
JAMES 3:13-16 DEMONIC WISDOM “If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder ...read more
Scripture: James 3:13-16
What have you substituted in your life in exchange for God’s power? Is it rituals? Family activities, Spiritual mountaintop memories? Church duties?
I visited one of our members in the nursing home. He told me that he didn’t have long to live because of his diagnosis of cancer. So I inquired of his wisdom so I could perhaps glean some jewels of knowledge to help me along my life journey. One question that I asked him, was “What one thing would ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 4:18-37
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.
Revive Us - Part 3 Revive Us as Our Righteousness Jeremiah 23:6 One of the finest steamers to float Lake Champlain in Vermont, USA was the steamer "Champlain.’’ Cheer after cheer went up when she slid from her moorings on the dry-dock into the waters of the lake. Her machinery was perfect, her ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 23:6
Denomination: *other
Philippians 3:1-11. Christ’s righteousness on our behalf is the only hope for the salvation of anyone.
AGAIN I SAY REJOICE COUNT IT ALL AS LOSS PHILIPPIANS 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION - Most of you have probably never heard of the man named Edward Mote. Mote was born in January of 1797 in London, England. His family was poor and not at all religious. In fact, Mote is quoted as saying as an adult “My ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11
There are different kinds of rewards for different kinds of services depending on what is/are employed as the yardstick(s) for the evaluation. There are rewards for excellence, loyalty rewards, promotional rewards, etc.
“Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. Woe unto the wicked! It shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him.” Isa 3:10-11. There are different kinds of rewards for different kinds of services ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 3:10-11
Denomination: Pentecostal
There are basically two influences in all of our lives. You are doing what you are doing because of one or the other of these influences. The two influences are Righteousness and Religion.
What did you do this past week? Make a list in your mind of five or six things you did this past week. Now, think about why you did those things. What was behind the things that you did that made you do those things? Most people think that they are in control of their life, when in actuality; ...read more
Scripture: Luke 19:28-44
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
In light of God’s Word, we need to examine how well we are doing in the area not only of providing care for the needy, but of defending their cause and seeing that their voice is heard.
Isaiah 1:21-26 Purging the Dross 7/9/00 D. Marion Clark Introduction What we come to the Bible for is content. We value the Bible for what it has to reveal to us from God. But then there are times when you just can help but admire the way it is written. Isaiah is the acclaimed writer among ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 1:21-26
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Abraham accounted righteous for his faith
Romans 4:1-25 Abraham was accounted righteous by his faith—not good works. Our righteousness is as filthy rags—Isa. 64:6. We are righteous only through the new birth—John 3:1-8; II Cor. 5:17. To be right with God, we must be right with our fellowman. Note Abraham's ...read more
Scripture: Romans 4:1-25
In contrast to the works righteousness that Paul had been striving for before he became a Christian, Paul embraced the faith righteousness that comes through the grace of God by faith in Jesus.
Introduction: A. When life goes well for people who do not know the Lord they feel elated. 1. When hard times come they sink into despair. 2. But true joy enables us to rise above the rolling waves of circumstance. 3. Joy comes from a consistent relationship with Jesus Christ. 4. When our lives ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness.
The Standard Matthew 5:1, 17,10 God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we begin a new seven-week series entitled, “Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down.” • This series will encourage Christians to go beyond ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:1, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 5:20
Before we take the communion I just want to give a quick reminder of why we take it.
Communion Before we take the communion I just want to give a quick reminder of why we take it. After all it is something that we believers partake of often and it is very easy to become complacent. We call what we are about to do, The Lords Supper or Communion. When Jesus first started this meal ...read more
Scripture: Romans 5:7-8, 1 Corinthians 11:17-32
Denomination: Assembly Of God
God's promise is for every righteous believer to thrive in all aspects of life, a prosperity likened to the flourishing of a palm tree.
A righteous person is someone who has sincerely repented of their sins and accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. This righteousness is both imputed and acquired through faith in Christ. Today, we will explore the promise of prosperity that God has given to the righteous, using the analogy ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15
Topics: Righteousness, Prosperity
To encourage the congregation to seek and follow the old path of righteousness, despite its challenges, for it leads to spiritual rest and fulfillment.
Good morning, family. I want to talk today about the importance of righteousness, specifically focusing on the old path of righteousness and the benefits that come from following it. It's a path you've all heard about before, but it's vital that we don't lose sight of it in our walk with God. The ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16
Topics: Path, Righteousness
To encourages us to live for Christ, seek righteousness and justice, and stand firm in our faith, even in the face of opposition, drawing strength and wisdom from God's love and truth.
Good morning, family! I hope y'all are doing well and feeling God's spirit today. We're going to dive into the rich and inspiring words of Philippians today, specifically chapter 1, verses 21-30. This passage is all about 'Living for Christ in the Face of Opposition', showcasing 'The Power of ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30
Topics: Justice, Righteousness