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We find Paul in prison waiting to learn whether he will live or die. His circumstances are dire. Here is his explanation of his circumstances.“ Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has served to advance the gospel.” Phil.1:12 In this sentence we see Paul’ entire purpose for living, preaching the good news about…
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The key to Paul's ability to endure and minister through hardship, is the same key that enabled the Philippian church to be a strength and encouragement to him. The key is LOVE. Paul demonstrated the Love of Christ in his life and ministry, and love was the foundation to grace and abounding love.Philippians 1:7-9WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT?This m…
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Phil 1:6 ;And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.What is the Good Work? It is not only the moment of salvation when we became newcreations in Christ, but it is the life-long transformative power of the Spirit working in usto: To make us …
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In Philippians, his reason for being thankful for them involves their commitment to partnering with him in spreading the good news of Jesus. In the other letters he is thankful for their commitment to their faith in Jesus, their good works, and their love for one another.It would be easy to say that Paul’s thankfulness for the Philippian church is …
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The Philippian church is born of supernatural power and suffering. These two go together naturally. For Paul. Perhaps more confusing is this, there are three things, evidence in Paul's life that we rarely put together.Supernatural, power, suffering and joy. How does this work? How can you find joy in the middle of suffering? The book of Philippians…
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Quote from A.W. Tozer: That Incredible ChristianThe Christian believes that in Christ he has died, yet he is more alive than before and he fully expects to live forever.He walks on earth while seated in heaven and though born on earth he finds that after his conversion he is not at home here. He loses his life to save it and is in danger of losing …
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Dennis Reanier is an apostolic leader with a prophetic voice to empower this generation to release the creativity of the Kingdom of God with-in them. As the founder of the Apostolic Resource Center, Revival Cry Ministries, and LOFT, Dennis continues to activate countless people internationally through impartation to stir revival, reformation, and r…
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The Apostle Paul uses two metaphors to describe the Church:A Family: “… let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” Gal. 6:10An Army: “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs – he wants to please his commanding officer.” …
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So often we only see people based on their behavior. But God’s love sees beyond. He sees beyond your behavior to who He originally intended you to be, and who He is committed to helping you become.Scripture: Luke 5:27-32 NLT; Luke 19:9-10 NLT; Isiah 46:9-10 NKJ; 2 Corinthians 5:16-18 NLTJohn Ettore által
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We think we know ourselves, yet God is the one that created us, and knows what we need more than we do. We might try many things to address our deepest need, but God only knows our deepest need. We must be completely available for God to reveal what ultimately need. Main Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8 NIV “And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like …
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Being negative is easy, and natural for all of us. But choosing gratefulness can literally change your life. The Bible instructs us, and science confirms, that living grateful lives has profound benefits. Listen/watch this message and learn how to live a more grateful life.John Ettore által
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HONEST WITH MYSELF – Why is it hard to be honest with yourself about your negative thoughts and actions? Shame, Discouragement, Self-hate, and having to change. HONEST WITH GOD – Why is it hard to be honest with God? Fear of judgment, being rejected by Him, feeling Shame, fear of not being able to change. HONEST WITH OTHERS – fear of rejection. How…
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Elijah was a powerful prophet of the Old Testament who accomplished mighty things for God. However in-spite of these accomplishments, he faced burnout and intimidation - even running for his life and asking God to take it. But God refreshed him and restored him back with a new assignment. Join Pastor John and Josh as they jump into the word togethe…
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Seeing our sin [what we are by nature – rebellious and self-willed] is a work of God. This means that it is dangerous to go hunting for our sin. The Devil brings condemnation regarding our sin. The Holy Spirit brings conviction. The difference is between hopelessness and despair on the one hand and joyous freedom and appreciation for God’s love and…
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The repentance necessary to enter into God’s world is not merely remorseover bad actions, it is much deeper. The changed thinking that Jesus is calling for is a change from seeing sin as behavioral to seeing it as a relational problem between oneself and God. Sin is independence from our Creator.Key passages: Matthew 4:17, 2 Cor. 7:10, Jeremiah 17:…
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What expectations (of yourself or others) are you trying to fill your clay pots with when He has something better for you?Lord, Expose our dead ritualistic purification rules and expectations and transform us into something alive. An extravagant, celebratory, people helping loving and affirming God. A God who is fearless about giving this new wine …
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Sometimes being led by the Spirit takes us beyond our comfort zones. But if we walk in obedience, and believe we are who God says we are; we can stand firm in the trials, come out of the desert in the power of the Spirit, and do what we have been called to do.ROMANS 8:14 NLT “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God”…
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Seeing God: When God enables us by His Spirit to apprehend with the eyes of our heart His character, His ways and His presence as revealed in His Word. -Eph. 1:15-18a-For this reason I too, having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which exists among youand your love for all the saints-vs. 16-do not cease giving thanks for you, while making menti…
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Have you been blessed by the Father's voice into adulthood? Have you heard him tell you, “You are my son or daughter whom I love, with you I am well pleased”? Are you still trying to receive the approval of your mother or father which they have not given? Self-worth ultimately comes because we have heard the author of all Fatherhood affirm our iden…
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Grace has given us a new nature, the nature of God, living inside us. It has the power to overcome our rebellious self-centeredness, but it does not happen automatically. The Holy Spirit does not overpower our will and force us to choose God’s will. We get to decide how much of the new nature we will experience and how far the new nature will repla…
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2 Corinthians 4:15-18 Ph; 1 Peter 5:5-11 NKJOften we get confused and discouraged when we go through trials. But rather than focusing on the trial, focus on what God is building in you through the trial. This will give you the hope you need. We will ALL go through some level of suffering in life. Some more than others, but life is hard for all of u…
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So often our situation does not change when we want it to. It’s easy to lose hope. But what if God is doing something greater than changing your situation? What if He's more interested in changing you? Watch/listen to this encouraging message on how God can use your pain for His divine purpose. 1 Peter 5:5-11…
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This message is about what the generations take hope in, and what can rob them of their hope. This is not a sermon from the Bible. This message is a “men of Issachar” message.God commended the men of Issachar as “men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do” 1 Chronicles 12:32 This message is about understanding our times at GPC and …
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