- Apr 7, 2024Jude 1.11 – Toxic Faith (Part 1)
- Mar 31, 2024Easter Series: Matthew 27 – The Greatest Miracle, Easter Sunday
Easter Series: Matthew 27 – The Greatest Miracle, Easter SundayThe Greatest Miracle - Matthew 27, Luke 15 (Title Slide)"He was cut off from the land of the living. For the transgressions of My people He was stricken. And they made His grave with the wicked, but with the rich at His death."THE CRUCIFIXION of JESUS is the GREATEST MIRACLE in the UNIVERSE Because Jesus is the One, True, Living God who created the universe. "All of us, like sheep, have strayed away (from God). We have left God’s paths to follow our own. Yet the LORD has laid on Him (Jesus) the sins of us all."
"And the LORD passed before him (Moses) and proclaimed, “The LORD, the LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abounding in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, but by no means clearing the guilty.”Jesus was not a victim on the cross. He was a Savior on the cross. The Bible plainly says JESUS IS GOD (and it says it repeatedly) "He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist.""All things were made through Him (Jesus), and without Him nothing was made that was made. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it."'“I and My Father are one.” Then the Jews took up stones again to stone Him. Jesus answered them, “Many good works I have shown you from My Father. For which of those works do you stone Me?” The Jews answered Him, saying, “For a good work we do not stone You, but for blasphemy, because You, being a Man, make Yourself God.”'We should not think it strange that God would come to us to save us One look at the world and IT SHOULD BE OBVIOUS WE CANNOT SAVE OURSELVES We need God. • We need divine forgiveness. • We need divine healing. • We need divine guidance. • Jesus came to give us all these things the parable of the PRODIGAL SON - Luke 15 Jesus taught this parable because HE WANTS SINNERS TO COME HOME TO HIMTHE GREATEST MIRACLE IN THE UNIVERSE IS THAT JESUS PAID IT ALL TO SAVE YOUVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Mar 29, 2024Easter Series: It is Finished: Luke 22 – Good Friday
Easter Series: It is Finished: Luke 22 – Good Friday
It is Finished: Luke 22 - Good Friday. Why do we call the Friday Jesus was nailed to the cross "good?" It's difficult to fathom the thirty-six hour period Jesus went through, but Luke 22-23 provides incredible detail of His road to the cross. Beatings, illegal trials, scourging and cruel mocking all marked the night and early morning of Jesus' final day. Worst of all was that Jesus who knew no sin bore the sins of many and exchanged His life for the worst of sinners by enduring God's wrath against sin. Don't miss a powerful message from Pastor David Menard leading us to understand why Good Friday is more than just the day Jesus died on the cross!
"Then Pilate entered the Praetorium again, called Jesus, and said to Him, “Are You the King of the Jews?” Jesus answered him, “Are you speaking for yourself about this, or did others tell you this concerning Me?” Pilate answered, “Am I a Jew? Your own nation and the chief priests have delivered You to me. What have You done?” Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here.” Pilate therefore said to Him, “Are You a king then?” Jesus answered, “You say rightly that I am a king. For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice.” Pilate said to Him, “What is truth?” And when he had said this, he went out again to the Jews, and said to them, “I find no fault in Him at all.”
John 18:33–38 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/18/33-38/s_1015033
When we fail to STAND FOR TRUTH WE DENY JESUS
JESUS IS SILENT if we come to Him with wrong motives
But He is full of grace to an honest heartTHREE HOURS OF DARKNESS upon the face of the earthTHE DIVINE EXECUTIONER UNLEASHED HIS WRATH NOT UPON SINNERS BUT UPON THE SIN BEARER
"For He made Him (Jesus) who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him."
2 Corinthians 5:21 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/5/21/s_1083021"In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins."
1 John 4:10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/4/10/s_1163010INTIMACY WITH THE HOLY GOD is now available TO ALL WHO ARE IN CHRISTCOMMUNION - Our salvation has been finishedVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Mar 10, 2024Jude 1:6-10 – The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 2)
Jude 1:6-10 – The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 2)Jude 1:6-10 - The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 2). The greatest threat to the Church today is not physical or political persecution. Instead, Jude warns the Church to beware of apostasy, which leads us away from faith in the real Jesus. At the root of apostasy is Satan and his work to try and destroy God's plan of salvation. Apostasy takes many forms like exalting our will over God's will and acting hyper spiritual to compensate for a lack of real faith. Pastor David's message on Jude, Contending for Real Faith, will help you grow in your understanding of how to fight spiritual battles according to God's Word and Truth!CONTEND EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH
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Jude’s first example of THE APOSTATE’S HORRIFIC FATE: UNBELIEVING ISRAEL
Jude’s second example of THE APOSTATES HORRIFIC FATE: FALLEN ANGELS
Satan’s Goal? TO DESTROY GOD’S PROMISED PLAN OF SALVATION: That the Messiah would come through a human lineage
But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD. This is the genealogy of Noah. Noah was a just man, perfect in his generations."
Genesis 6:8–9 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/6/8-9/s_6008
"God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell (Tartarus, Abyssou) and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment."
2 Peter 2:4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/2/4/s_1158004
"Jesus asked him (demon possessed man) saying, 'What is your name?' And he said, 'Legion,' because many demons had entered him. And they begged Jesus that He would not command them to go out into the abyss."
Luke 8:30–31 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/8/30-31/s_981030
The angels suffered ruin because THEY EXALTED THEIR WILL OVER GOD’S WILL
"Then the fifth angel sounded: and I saw a star fallen from heaven to the earth. To him was given the key to the bottomless pit (Abyssou). And he opened the bottomless pit, and smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So the sun and the air were darkened because of the smoke of the pit. Then out of the smoke locusts came upon the earth. And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power. They were commanded not to harm the grass of the earth, or any green thing, or any tree, but only those men who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads. And they were not given authority to kill them, but to torment them for five months. Their torment was like the torment of a scorpion when it strikes a man. In those days men will seek death and will not find it; they will desire to die, and death will flee from them."
Revelation 9:1–6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/9/1-6/s_1176001
Jude warns us of the HYPER SPIRITUAL BEHAVIORS of the APOSTATES
"...Those who walk according to the flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, despise authority. They are presumptuous and self-willed. They are not afraid to speak evil of dignitaries (high ranking spiritual beings), whereas angels, who are greater in power and might, do not bring a reviling accusation against them before the Lord. But these (people), like natural brute beasts made to be caught and destroyed, speak evil of the things they do not understand, and (they) will utterly perish in their own corruption."
2 Peter 2:10–12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/2/10-12/s_1158010
The best practice in spiritual battles is to RUN TO KING JESUS
"Then some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists took it upon themselves to call the name of the Lord Jesus over those who had evil spirits, saying, 'We exorcise you by the Jesus whom Paul preaches.' Also there were seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, who did so. And the evil spirit answered and said, 'Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are you?' Then the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, overpowered them, and prevailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded."
Acts 19:13–16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/act/19/13-16/s_1037013
"Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross...
Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."
Philippians 2:5–11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/phl/2/5-11/s_1105005
Three common paths of apostasy:
1. The way of Cain
2. The error of Balaam for profit
3. The rebellion of Korah
The way of Cain - Genesis 4
The way of Cain is: COMING TO GOD ON MY OWN TERMS instead of God’s terms
"And God said to Balaam, 'You shall not go with them. You shall not curse the people (Israel), for they are blessed.'"
Numbers 22:12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/num/22/12/s_139012
The error of Ballam is: MISUSING RELIGION FOR PERSONAL GAINVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Mar 3, 2024Jude 1:5-6 – The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 1)
Jude 1:5-6 – The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 1)
Jude 1:5-6 - The Dangers of Apostasy (Part 1). What is the biggest threat to our faith, to our churches, and to our nation? Many might think our greatest threat is terrorism, persecution, or a new political concern. Nevertheless, the greatest danger we face individually, in our churches, and as a nation is apostasy. Apostasy is the direct result of Biblical illiteracy, and it causes families and nations to unravel. Jude, the brother of Jesus, teaches God’s people to combat apostasy by building a deep and abiding relationship with Jesus to truly know the goodness of God! Pastor David Menard’s message from Jude will deeply impact your understanding of how the greatness of your faith is not found in your own strength, instead it is found in the loving kindness of God.
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Jude’s first example of THE APOSTATE’S HORRIFIC FATE: UNBELIEVING ISRAEL
They perished because of their UNBELIEF in the GOODNESS OF GOD"But the men who had gone up with him said, “We are not able to go up against the people, for they are stronger than we.” 32 And they gave the children of Israel a bad report of the land which they had spied out..."
Numbers 13:31-32 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/num/13/31-32/s_130031
'So all the congregation lifted up their voices and cried, and the people wept that night. And all the children of Israel complained against Moses and Aaron, and the whole congregation said to them, “If only we had died in the land of Egypt! Or if only we had died in this wilderness! Why has the LORD brought us to this land to fall by the sword, that our wives and children should become victims? Would it not be better for us to return to Egypt?” So they said to one another, “Let us select a leader and return to Egypt.”'
Numbers 14:1-4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/num/14/1-4/s_131001
"Then the LORD said to Moses: “How long will these people reject Me? And how long will they not believe Me, with all the signs which I have performed among them?"
Numbers 14:11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/num/14/11/s_131011
When we know God WE TRUST HIS LOVINGKINDNESS TO US
"But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."
Hebrews 11:6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/6/s_1144006
"Faith is like a window. The point of a window is to allow us to see through it - and to let light into the room! Faith allows us to see our situation and our own weakness in light of God who is powerful, holy, and loving."
- NT WRIGHT, Small Faith - Great God
Jude’s second example of THE APOSTATES HORRIFIC FATE: FALLEN ANGELS
"God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell (Tartarus, Abyssou) and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment."
2 Peter 2:4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/2/4/s_1158004
"Jesus asked him (demon possessed man) saying, 'What is your name?' And he said, 'Legion,' because many demons had entered him. And they begged Jesus that He would not command them to go out into the abyss."
Luke 8:30–31 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/8/30-31/s_981030
The angels suffered ruin because THEY EXALTED THEIR WILL OVER GOD’S WILL
Revelation 9:1–6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/9/1-6/s_1176001
"Then the fifth angel sounded: and I saw a star fallen from heaven to the earth. To him was given the key to the bottomless pit (Abyssou). And he opened the bottomless pit, and smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So the sun and the air were darkened because of the smoke of the pit. Then out of the smoke locusts came upon the earth. And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power. They were commanded not to harm the grass of the earth, or any green thing, or any tree, but only those men who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads. And they were not given authority to kill them, but to torment them for five months. Their torment was like the torment of a scorpion when it strikes a man. In those days men will seek death and will not find it; they will desire to die, and death will flee from them."
Jude warns us of the HYPER SPIRITUAL BEHAVIORS of the APOSTATES
"...Those who walk according to the flesh, in the lust of uncleanness, despise authority. They are presumptuous and self-willed. They are not afraid to speak evil of dignitaries (high ranking spiritual beings), whereas angels, who are greater in power and might, do not bring a reviling accusation against them before the Lord. But these (people), like natural brute beasts made to be caught and destroyed, speak evil of the things they do not understand, and (they) will utterly perish in their own corruption."
2 Peter 2:10–12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/2/10-12/s_1158010Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Feb 25, 2024Jude 1:1-4 – Contending for Real Faith
Jude 1:1-4 – Contending for Real FaithJude 1:1-4 - Part 1: Contending for Real Faith. What is the biggest threat to our faith, to our churches, and to our nation? Many might think our greatest threat is terrorism, persecution, or a new political concern. Nevertheless, the greatest danger we face individually, in our churches, and as a nation is apostasy. Apostasy is the direct result of Biblical illiteracy, and it causes families and nations to unravel. Jude, the brother of Jesus, teaches God’s people to contend earnestly for the faith, warning us that false teachers, false churches, and false doctrine will lead to destruction. Pastor David Menard’s message from Jude will inspire and equip every believer to contend for real faith.SEO Content:CONTEND EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH
God’s Grace is Mind-blowing
"For if by the one man’s offense (Adam’s sin) death reigned through the one, how much more those who receive an abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ... For as by one man’s disobedience (Adam’s sin) many were made sinners, so also by one Man’s obedience (Jesus) many will be made righteous. Moreover, ...where sin abounded, grace abounded much more.Romans 5:17, 19-20 NKJVhttps://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/5/17/s_1051017https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/5/19-20/s_1051019THE GREATEST THREAT TO CHRISTIANITY IS APOSTASY, Not Persecution
"He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers... All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things consist... And He is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead (the first one to resurrect from the dead in a glorified body), that in all things He may have the preeminence."Colossians 1:15–18 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/col/1/15-18/s_1108015The real Jesus is IMMUTABLE“For I am the LORD, I do not change."Malachi 3:6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mal/3/6/s_928006"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. 9 Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines."Hebrews 13:8-9 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/13/8-9/s_1146008"Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning."James 1:16-17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/1/16-17/s_1147016CONTEND EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH WHICH WAS ONCE AND FOR ALL DELIVERED TO THE SAINTS - Jude 1:3
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"So then faith comes by hearing (understanding), and hearing (comes) by the Word of God."Romans 10:17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/10/17/s_1056017Jude’s first example of THE APOSTATE’S HORRIFIC FATE: UNBELIEVING ISRAEL
They perished because of their UNBELIEF in the GOODNESS OF GOD
When we know God WE TRUST HIS LOVINGKINDNESS TO US
"But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."Hebrews 11:6 NKJV. https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/6/s_1144006Jude’s second example of THE APOSTATES HORRIFIC FATE: FALLEN ANGELS
"God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell (Tartarus, Abyssou) and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment."2 Peter 2:4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/2/4/s_1158004"Jesus asked him (demon possessed man) saying, “What is your name?” And he said, “Legion,” because many demons had entered him. And they begged Jesus that He would not command them to go out into the abyss."Luke 8:30–31 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/8/30-31/s_981030The angels perished because they EXALTED THEIR WILL OVER GOD’S WILL
"Then the fifth angel sounded: and I saw a star fallen from heaven to the earth. To him was given the key to the bottomless pit (Abyssou). And he opened the bottomless pit, and smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So the sun and the air were darkened because of the smoke of the pit. Then out of the smoke locusts came upon the earth. And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power. They were commanded not to harm the grass of the earth, or any green thing, or any tree, but only those men who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads. And they were not given authority to kill them, but to torment them for five months. Their torment was like the torment of a scorpion when it strikes a man. In those days men will seek death and will not find it; they will desire to die, and death will flee from them."
Revelation 9:1–6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/9/1-6/s_1176001Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Feb 18, 2024Dealing with the Negative Talk in Your Head – 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
Dealing with the Negative Talk in Your Head – 2 Corinthians 10:3-5Dealing with the Negative Talk in Your Head - 2 Corinthians 10:3-5. We all have negative talk in our head. The question is, how do we deal with it? There are many methods, some are helpful, some are downright damaging to our soul, and to our relationships with others. Pastor David Menard teaches from 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 to show how we can have powerful victory over the negative talk in our head.Dealing with the Negative Talk in Your Head - 2 Corinthians 101: Negative Talk in our head is something we all must learn to deal with2: How human wisdom instructs us to deal with our inner voice3: The purpose of our inner voice4: The corruption of our inner voice5: How the Bible instructs us to deal with our inner voice
Negative talk in our head is something we all must LEARN TO DEAL WITH
How human wisdom deals with the negative talk in our head:
1: ANAESTHETIZE THE INNER VOICE
2: POSITIVE SELF-AFFIRMATION
"If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it."
Matthew 16:24–25 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/16/24-25/s_945024
THE PURPOSE OF OUR INNER VOICE
conscience | ˈk.nSHəns | noun• an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior: he had a guilty conscience about his desires | Ben was suffering a pang of conscience.New Oxford American Dictionary - Copyright ˝ 2010"For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but the doers of the law who will be justified. For when Gentiles, who do not have the law, by nature (conscience) do what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. They show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness, and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even excuse them on that day when, according to my gospel, God judges the secrets of men by Christ Jesus."
Romans 2:13–16 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/rom/2/13-16/s_1048013
THE CORRUPTION OF OUR INNER VOICE
"For it is written: ‘He (God) shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you (protect you).’"
Luke 4:10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/luk/4/10/s_977010
"The great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, 'Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down. And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.'"
Revelation 12:9–11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/12/9-11/s_1179009
Our conscience must always be SUBORDINATED TO SCRIPTURE
How the Bible instructs us to deal with OUR INNER VOICE
For though we walk in the flesh WE DO NOT FIGHT OUR BATTLES ACCORDING TO THE FLESH
PULLING DOWN STRONGHOLDS
Bring every thought into CAPTIVITY to the obedience of Christ
Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Jan 28, 2024Questions Jesus Asked – Part 8
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 8Questions Jesus Asked - Part 8. Jesus asked many questions in regards to the purpose of life, but perhaps none more important than: Whoever Lives and Believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this? Listen to Pastor David Menard's profound message from John 11, the resurrection of Lazarus, and challenge yourself to answer Jesus' question! If you've ever felt like God doesn't hear your prayers or understand your circumstances you won't want to miss the powerful truth of God's plan for your life in Questions Jesus Asked - Part 8.Questions Jesus Asked: Whoever lives and believes in Me SHALL NEVER DIE. Do you believe this?“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.”John 14:1–3 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/1-3/s_1011001JESUS HAS THE POWER TO GIVE US• PHYSICAL, BIOLOGICAL LIFE• SPIRITUAL, ETERNAL LIFEJohn 5
There is a Resurrection to• ETERNAL LIFE with GOD• ETERNAL CONDEMNATION apart from GODJohn 11 Sometimes it feels as if Jesus DOES NOT ANSWER OUR PRAYERS Jesus did not answer Martha as THE HEALER OF SICKNESS Because Jesus wants her to KNOW HIM AS GOD THE DIVINE LIFE GIVING POWER OF JESUS Jesus has the power to RAISE US UP TO ETERNAL LIFE Do you understand HOW BIG JESUS’ PLANS ARE FOR YOU?“We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered to us. We are like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at the sea. We are far too easily pleased.”- C.S. Lewis: The Weight of Glory https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/702-it-would-seem-that-our-lord-finds-our-desires-notVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Jan 14, 2024Questions Jesus Asked – Part 7
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 7Questions Jesus Asked Part 7 - Jesus asks profound questions to reach your heart and to grow your understanding of His character. In John 8, while Jesus is teaching in the Temple, the Jewish religious leaders bring a woman caught in the act to the feet of Jesus as part of a brilliant trap to discredit His authority. Will Jesus uphold the Law, which leads to capital punishment, or condone the woman’s sin? Don't miss a powerful and life-altering story revealing God's heart for you and His mighty plan of redemption to cleanse us of our sin and guilt. If you've ever wondered if Jesus can forgive you for what you've done listen to Pastor David Menard's sermon, Questions Jesus Asked Part 7, where you will find freedom from the bondage of sin and the love of a Savior who eliminates all your accusers!Questions Jesus Asked: Where are your accusers? - John 8GUILT DESTROYS LIVES WHEN JESUS SPEAKS LIVES ARE TRANSFORMED "The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; to proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; To comfort all who mourn, to console those who mourn in Zion, to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. Isaiah 61:1–3 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/isa/61/1-3/s_740001 Apart from Jesus we are OPPORTUNISTIC & SELF-SEEKINGJESUS CHANGES US. Abiding in Christ we are ALTRUISTIC & SELFLESS"As for the saints who are on the earth, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight." Psalm 16:3 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/psa/16/3/s_494003 "The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them!" Psalm 16:3 NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/psa/16/3/s_494003 A brilliant plan to trap Jesus: • Would Jesus condemn the woman and uphold the Mosaic law? • Or would He evade the issue and by doing so condone the woman’s sin? Jesus heals our life by: 1: FORGIVING US OF ALL OUR SINS 2: CLEANSING US OF ALL OUR GUILT 3: REMOVING ALL OF OUR ACCUSERS "All we like sheep have gone astray (from God); we have turned, every one, to his own (sinful) way; and the LORD has laid on Him (Jesus) the iniquity of us all." Isaiah 53:6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/6/s_732006 "If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies. Who is he who condemns?"Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Jan 7, 2024Questions Jesus Asked – Part 6
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 6
Do you love Me? - John 21
Matthew 22:37-40 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/22/37-40/s_951037"Jesus said to him, 'You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.”There’s an ongoing struggle taking place in us: GOD DIRECTED LIFE? SELF DIRECTED LIFE?
John 16:32 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/16/32/s_1013032"Indeed the hour is coming, yes, has now come, that you will be scattered, each to his own (path), and will leave Me alone. And yet I am not alone, because the Father is with Me."A self-directed life leads us to Futility
Life is found when we love Jesus and surrender our will to His
THE SELF-DIRECTED MAN CANNOT PERCEIVE JESUS CALLING HIM
2 Corinthians 4:3-4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/4/3-4/s_1082003"Even if our gospel is veiled, it is (only) veiled to those who are perishing, whose minds the god of this age (Satan) has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine on them."A LIFE SURRENDERED TO JESUS’ DIRECTION LEADS TO ABUNDANCE
Jesus has everything you are searching for
DO YOU LOVE ME MORE THAN THESE?
PETER WAS TOUCHING THE SUBLIME
A life surrendered to Jesus Christ is a PROFOUNDLY POWERFUL LIFE - Dec 24, 2023Luke 1: Behold Your King – Part 1
Luke 1: Behold Your King – Part 1Luke 1: Behold Your King - Part 1. Have you ever asked God for something and in His silence you have since stopped praying? Life is hard and we often don't receive what we ask for in our timing or our ways. Nevertheless, God hears your prayers just as He heard Zacharias and Elizabeth's prayer for a child in Luke 1. Despite the physical impossibility of having a child in their old age, God reveals His faithfulness and might in doing more than just giving them a child, but also making their son John the Forerunner to the Messiah! Like in Joseph and Mary's lives, God is at work in more powerful ways than you can imagine! Don't miss a message of hope this Christmas from Pastor David Menard as you reflect on Behold Your King Part 1: God in a Manger.Jesus wants you to know the certainty of His plan of salvationJohn the Baptist: The Forerunner of the Messiah'“Behold, I send My messenger, And he will prepare the way before Me. And the Lord, whom you seek, Will suddenly come to His temple, Even the Messenger of the covenant, In whom you delight. Behold, He is coming,” Says the LORD of hosts.'- Malachi 3:1 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mal/3/1/s_928001Jehovah remembers the oath of GodZacharias and Elizabeth were not righteous by performance; they were righteous by faith in God"But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, even the righteousness of God, through faith in Jesus Christ, to all and on all who believe. For there is no difference; for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus"- Romans 3:21-24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/21-24/s_1049021Christianity is not a life free of problems, it is a life victorious over problemsWe have a small vision for our life. God has a Big Vision for our life.You exist to bring glory to God.But as it is written:“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.”1 Corinthians 2:9 https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/2/9/s_1064009Put your faith in King Jesus and He will give your life more meaning and purpose than you could imagine.
- Dec 24, 2023Matthew 2 – Behold Your King Part 2
Matthew 2 – Behold Your King Part 2"Matthew 2 - Behold Your King Part 2" by Pastor David Menard. Christmas Series 2023.
- Dec 17, 2023Why God Had To Become A Baby – Matthew 1
Why God Had To Become A Baby – Matthew 1Why God Had to Become a Baby - Matthew 1. Baby Jesus in the manger is a staple at Christmas, but have you ever wondered: Why did God have to become a baby? Couldn't the all powerful God just show up as a conquering King and reveal Himself as Lord of the Universe? It may surprise you, but there are some things God can't do! God can't be unjust. God can't be corrupted. God can't lie. God can rescue mankind from their sins, and it requires the Savior of the world coming as a baby! Listen to Pastor David's message that will build your love, understanding and gratitude this Christmas for a God who bridged the uncrossable chasm with atonement for you to be called His son and daughter. We pray for you to have a Merry Christmas as you reflect on God in the Manger Part 2: Why God had to become a Baby - Matthew 1.Isaiah 9:2 NKJV. https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/isa/9/2/s_688002 "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them a light has shined." Isaiah 9:6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/9/6/s_688006 "For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Revelation 19:11–16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/19/11-16/s_ 1186011 "Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on him was called Faithful and True. In righteousness He judges and makes war. His eyes were like a flame of fire, and on His head were many crowns. He had a name written that no one knew except Himself. He was clothed with a robe dipped in blood, and His name is called The Word of God. And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, followed Him on white horses. Now out of His mouth goes a sharp sword, that with it He should strike the nations. And He Himself will rule them with a rod of iron. He Himself treads the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God. And He has on His robe and on His thigh a name written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS."Why did God come to us AS A BABY? God cannot be UNJUST 2 Timothy 2:11–13 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/2ti/2/11-13/s_1127011 "This is a faithful saying: If we died with Him, we shall also live with Him. If we endure, we shall also reign with Him. If we deny Him, He also will deny us. If we are faithless, He remains faithful (in judgment); He cannot deny Himself." God cannot be UNJUST Without the shedding of blood THERE IS NO REMISSION OF SINS Hebrews 9:22 Hebrews 10:4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/10/4/s_1143004 "For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and goats could take away sins." Hebrews 10:4, 12, 14 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/10/12-14/s_ "For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and goats could take away sins. But this Man (Jesus), after He had offered one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down at the right hand of God. For by one offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified." God would not be just if He pardoned sin. So, God became a man TO TAKE THE PUNISHMENT OF MAN’S SIN UPON HIMSELF Isaiah 53:5–6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.1143012 org/nkjv/isa/53/5-6/s_732005 "But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities. The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned, every one, to his own way; and the LORD has laid on Him the iniquity of us all." If Jesus really is God WE CANNOT JUST LIKE HIM. We must serve Him as Lord. If Jesus is God WHO CAN APPROACH HIM? Matthew 1 Why is Jesus’ genealogy important? • 2091 BC: God promised Abraham the Messiah would come through his lineage. (Gen 12) • Around 977 BC: God promised David the Messiah would come through his lineage. (2 Sam 7:5-17) • Why is Jesus’ genealogy important? Because God keeps His promises. Jesus’ genealogy is chocked full of SINNERS, MISFITS, and WEIRDOS Matthew 1 ALL REPENTANT SINNERS, OUTCASTS, MURDERERS, AND PROSTITUTES MAY FREELY COME TO WORSHIP HIM AS LORD WE HAVE A GOD WHO TRULY UNDERSTANDS US FROM THE INSIDE OF OUR EXPERIENCE Hebrews 4:14–16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/4/14-16/s_1137014 "Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need."Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Dec 10, 2023The Light of Christmas – Isaiah 8-9
The Light of Christmas – Isaiah 8-9The Light of Christmas - Isaiah 8-9. Often we think that the Christmas message is people ushering in love, peace, and goodwill by entertaining and gift giving. The true meaning of Christmas is terrifying: we cannot overcome our incredibly sinful nature and we are not able to govern ourselves. Isaiah 8 shows that we all live in darkness and gloom but King Jesus lays down His life in love to bring light. This fills this Christmas message with hope and joy for those who revere Him. Don’t miss this Christmas message from Pastor David Menard which reveals Jesus as the Light of Christmas.Isaiah 9:2 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/9/2/s_688002 "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them a light has shined."Isaiah 9:6 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/9/6-7/s_688006 "For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."“Years ago, I read an ad in the New York Times that said, “The meaning of Christmas is that love will triumph and that we will be able to put together a world of unity and peace.” In other words, we have the light within us, and so we are the ones who can dispel the darkness of the world. We can overcome poverty, injustice, violence, and evil. If we work together, we can create a “world of unity and peace.””- Tim Keller: Hidden Christmas https://www.bible.com/events/520711
THE CHRISTMAS MESSAGE IS TERRIFYING:1) We are incurably sinful and vile. 2) We cannot govern ourselves. 3) God Himself must come to save us from our vile sin.4) God Himself must reign over us as King.THE CHRISTMAS MESSAGE IS ALSO FULL OF HOPE & JOY!1. King Jesus lays down His life in love to save us.2. Forgives us, cleanses us of all our sins.3. Make us sons / daughters of His Kingdom4. Clothes us in His RighteousnessGOD IS THE SANCTUARY FOR THOSE WHO FEAR HIM.GOD IS A ROCK OF OFFENSE & STUMBLING TO THOSE WHO DO NOT FEAR HIMMatthew 21:44 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/21/44/s_950044"Whoever falls on this Stone will be broken; but on whomever it falls, it will grind him to powder.UNDERSTANDING GOD’S WORD is a Progressive Revelation given to all who revere Jesus Matthew 13:10–13 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/10-13/s_942010 'The disciples came and said to Him, “Why do You speak to them in parables?” He answered and said to them, “Because it has been given to you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been given. For whoever has, to him more will be given, and he will have abundance; but whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.Therefore I speak to them in parables, because seeing they do not see, and hearing they do not hear, nor do they understand.'" Revelation 2:17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/2/17/s_1169017 "He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes I will give some of the hidden manna to eat."Isaiah 9:1–2 NIV https://www.blueletterbible.org/niv/isa/9/1-2/s_688001"Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the nations, by the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan. The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned."No more battles to fight The war is over!OUR VICTORY IS IN JESUSVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Dec 3, 2023Questions Jesus Asked – Part 5
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 5
Questions Jesus Asked - Part 5. Trying to find worth from our own success is a wearisome pursuit. Yet we all do it. The religious leaders Jesus faced were no different. Their worth was threatened by Jesus' wisdom and growing popularity. Controlled by jealousy, they employ a sinister plan to trap Jesus. Perceiving their wickedness, Jesus does not argue. Instead, He asks a question that renders the Pharisees speechless. Jesus reminds them they are created in the image of God (Imago Dei) and therefore have intrinsic worth. You too will find your worth as you enjoy this profound discussion on: The Questions Jesus Asked.
Questions Jesus asked:
Show Me a denarius (coin). Whose image and inscription does it have? Luke 20:2"I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine."Song of Songs 6:3 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/sng/6/3/s_677003
Questions Jesus asked:
What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying?
Matthew 18:12, Luke 15JESUS SEEKS HIGH & LOW TO REDEEM THOSE WHO ARE LOST"For thus says the Lord GOD: “Indeed I Myself will search for My sheep and seek them out. As a shepherd seeks out his flock on the day he is among his scattered sheep, so will I seek out My sheep and deliver them from all the places where they were scattered on a cloudy and dark day. And I will bring them out from the peoples (nations) and gather them from the countries, and will bring them to their own land; I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the valleys, and in all the inhabited places of the country. I will feed them in good pasture, and their fold shall be on the high mountains of Israel. There they shall lie down in a good fold and feed in rich pasture on the mountains of Israel. I will feed My flock, and I will make them lie down,” says the Lord GOD. “I will seek what was lost and bring back what was driven away, (I will) bind up the broken and strengthen what was sick; but I will destroy the fat and the strong, and feed them in judgment.”Ezekiel 34:11–16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/34/11-16/s_836011"'You are My flock, the flock of My pasture; you are men, and I am your God,' says the Lord GOD."Ezekiel 34:31 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/34/31/s_836031Questions Jesus asked:
Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’?John 12:27FOR THIS PURPOSE I CAME.Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Nov 19, 2023Questions Jesus Asked – Part 3
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 3Questions Jesus Asked - Part 3 explores the profound depth of Jesus' simple question "Do you want to be made well?"Questions Jesus Asked: DO YOU WANT TO BE MADE WELL? John 5:6HUMAN POTENTIAL IS ASTONISHING! We all have some LAME AREAS IN OUR LIFE I AM THAT LAME MAN!Many people DON’T REALLY WANT TO BE WELLReasons we may not want Jesus to make us well: 1: WE DON’T WANT TO CHANGE 2: THE FEAR OF FAILURE 3: WE DON’T WANT TO SURRENDER OUR WILL TO JESUS’ LORDSHIP A tip to help us want to change: • MEDITATE ON & WRITE OUT THE BENEFITS OF CHANGING • WRITE THE LIABILITIES OF STAYING SAME THE CALLING OF GOD IS THE ENABLING OF GOD
"Now this is the confidence that we have in Him (Jesus), that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him."FEAR OF FAILURE COMES TO US WHEN WE LOOK AT OUR ABILITY BOLD AND FEARLESS FAITH COMES TO US WHEN WE LOOK AT GOD’S ABILITY MAKING JESUS THE LORD OF OUR LIFE produces abundant life and fullness of joy"Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do the things which I say? Whoever comes to Me, and hears My sayings and does them, I will show you whom he is like: He is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock. And when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently against that house, and could not shake it, for it was founded on the rock. But he who heard and did nothing is like a man who built a house on the earth without a foundation, against which the stream beat vehemently; and immediately it fell. And the ruin of that house was great.” - Nov 12, 2023Questions Jesus Asked – Part 2
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 2Questions Jesus Asked, Part 2.
Worry, anxiousness, and fear often consume our hearts and minds. Worry drives people to make foolish decisions in relationships, parenting, and business decisions every day! In Matthew 6 Jesus asks us, Why do you worry? Jesus teaches us to counter worry with faith. Why? Because when we understand two things: 1) God's power, and 2) the incredible value we have in Christ - we will be free from the bondage of fear/worry. Understanding these two truths will equip us to live the abundant life God has planned for us. Enjoy this powerful message from Pastor David Menard as he addresses worry via: The Questions Jesus Asked.Sermon Notes:Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature? - Matthew 6:27Jesus instructs us NOT TO WORRYTHERE IS MORE TO LIFE THAN FOOD & CLOTHINGThe Westminster Catechism: Man’s chief and highest end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever.BE CAREFUL TO TREASURE THE RIGHT THINGS
Jesus taught us remarkable dictums:1: BE CAREFUL TO TREASURE THE RIGHT THINGS2: WHAT WE TREASURE - CONTROLS OUR HEART3: OUR HEART CONTROLS OUR VISION4: IF OUR VISION IS WRONG (DARK), WE ARE IN SEVERE TROUBLEWorry reveals we don’t comprehend HOW MUCH GOD VALUES USScientists estimate there are ONE TRILLION LIVING SPECIES on earthJesus said: WORRYING IS WASTED ENERGYJesus instructs us not to worry: HE WILL TAKE CARE OF ALL OUR NEEDSFAITH & WORRY ARE MUTUALLY EXCLUSIVEWORRY IS ROOTED IN: FEAR, UNCERTAINTY, AND THE NEED FOR CONTROL.FAITH IS ROOTED IN: GOD’S SOVEREIGN POWER, HIS UNMERITED LOVE FOR US, HIS IMMUTABLE NATURE, AND THE SURETY OF HIS WORD.Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Nov 5, 2023Questions Jesus Asked – Part 1
Questions Jesus Asked – Part 1Questions Jesus Asked, Part 1.The four Gospels reveal that Jesus asked over 500 questions during his three-year ministry. That’s a lot of questions! Jesus’ example teaches us that asking questions is a vital ingredient to being a good listener, caring for others, and growing others. Moreover, the questions Jesus asked are the same questions Jesus is asking us today! In this sermon, Pastor David Menard unpacks the profound depth in three of Jesus’ questions: “Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but do not consider the plan in your own eye?” “Who do you say that I am?” And lastly, “What do you want Me to do for you?” Your life will be forever changed when you answer the: Questions Jesus Asked.Notes from the sermon:Jesus asks a lot of questions because:
1: HE’S A GOOD LISTENER
2: HE CARES ABOUT PEOPLE
3: HE’S ALWAYS BUILDING UP OTHERSJESUS IS GOD
Colossians 1:13
Questions Jesus Asked
WHY DO YOU LOOK AT THE SPECK IN YOUR BROTHER’S EYE, BUT DO NOT CONSIDER THE PLANK IN YOUR OWN EYE?
Matthew 7:3"Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment."
John 7:24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/7/24/s_1004024 "Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted." Galatians 6:1 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/gal/6/1/s_1097001 Questions Jesus Asked
WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM?
Matthew 16:15"He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist." Colossians 1:15–17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/col/1/15-17/s_1108015 "If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." John 20:23 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/jhn/20/23/s_1017023 Questions Jesus Asked
WHAT DO YOU WANT ME TO DO FOR YOU?Mark 10:51 "(Since) you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory."Colossians 3:1–4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/col/3/1-4/s_1110001 Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Oct 29, 2023Hosea 7-14 – The Sin that Destroys a Nation
Hosea 7-14 – The Sin that Destroys a NationHosea 7-14 - The Sin that Destroys a Nation. As we close the book of Hosea, do you recognize Israel's spiritual condition parallels the current state of America? Sin is brazenly on display everywhere we turn! Sin is paraded, championed and even worshiped in the days of Hosea, and in the United States today. Nevertheless, God pursues you with a heart of restoration! Don't miss a powerful message revealing God's desire for our salvation and for our country to turn from The Sin that Destroys a Nation.OUR SIN IS PROGRESSIVE AND DEADLY"Your glorying is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven leavens the whole lump? Therefore purge out the old leaven, that you may be a new lump, since you truly are unleavened. For indeed Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us." 1 Corinthians 5:6–7 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/1co/5/6-7/s_1067006 BRAZEN, UNREPENTANT, WANTON SIN DESTROYS A NATION
"'Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? No! They were not at all ashamed, nor did they know how to blush. Therefore, they shall fall among those who fall. In the time of their punishment, they shall be cast down,' says the LORD."
Jeremiah 8:12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/8/12/s_753012 "(Even though they) know the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, they not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them."Romans 1:32 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/1/32/s_1047032 FOUR SIMILES to reveal how sinful Israel has become: 1: THE BURNING OVEN 7:4-7 2: THE BURNED BREAD 7:8-10 3: THE SILLY DOVE 7:11-14 4: THE TREACHEROUS BOW 7:15-16 THE FINAL SIX KINGS OF ISRAEL: ZECHARIAH SHALLUM: Assassinated King Zechariah MENAHEM: Assassinated King Shallum РЕКАНІАН: РЕКАН: Assassinated King PekahiahHOSHEA: Assassinated King Pekah "When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah saw his wound, then Ephraim went to Assyria and sent to King Jareb; Yet he cannot cure you, nor heal you of your wound." (you foolish dove) Hosea 5:13 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/hos/5/13/s_867013 Jareb = “the contentious one”. A sarcastic epithet Hosea used for the King of Assyria, Shalmaneser."Ephraim feeds on the wind, and pursues the east wind; he daily increases lies and desolation. Also, they make a covenant with the Assyrians, and oil is carried to Egypt." (you foolish dove)Hosea 12:1 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/hos/12/1/s_874001 HOSEA 8:8 GOD EXILES HIS HARLOT BRIDE out of the PROMISE LAND GOD EXPRESSES HIS HEART BREAK as He sends Israel into ExileHosea 11, Hosea 13 God’s desire is to bring us SALVATION, NOT JUDGMENT - Oct 22, 2023Israel, Hamas and Bible Prophecy
Israel, Hamas and Bible ProphecyIsrael, Hamas and Bible Prophecy. The atrocities executed by HAMAS against Israeli civilians on October 7th was nothing short of demonic. Although the world is watching the Israel-Hamas conflict through a political and social lens there is a greater spiritual force at work as the tension in the Holy Land builds. What does the Bible have to say about our present age? Who does Israel's land belong to? Do these current events truly have a connection with Bible prophecy related to the end times? How should Christians respond to the war between Israel and HAMAS? Don't miss an informative and meaningful message from Pastor David Menard, which will provide you with a Word-centered perspective on Israel, Hamas and Bible Prophecy.HAMAS is an Islamic jihadist organization that exists for Jewish Genocide
HAMAS COVENANT~ August 18, 1988- PREAMBLE: THE DESTRUCTION OF ISRAEL• Israel will exist until Islam will obliterate it, just as it obliterated others before it.• The land of Palestine is an Islamic Waqf (Holy Possession) consecrated for future Moslem generations until Judgment Day. No one can renounce it, or abandon any part of it. (Article 11) • Palestine is an Islamic land. The Liberation of Palestine is an individual duty for every Moslem wherever he may be. (Article 13) • (Peace) initiatives, and so-called peaceful solutions and international conferences are in contradiction to the principles of the Islamic Resistance Movement. Those conferences are no more than a means to appoint the infidels as arbitrators in the lands of Islam. (Article 13) • There is no solution for the Palestinian problem except by Jihad. Initiatives, proposals, and international conferences are but a waste of time, an exercise in futility. (Article 13) • The Day of Judgment will not come about until Moslems fight Jews and kill them. • Then, the Jews will hide behind rocks and trees, and the rocks and trees will cry out: “O Moslem, there is a Jew hiding behind me, come and kill him.” (Article 7)“Tehran’s strategy is to erase Israel from the global political map. And it seems that, considering the evil Israel is doing, it is bringing itself closer to that.”- HOSSEIN SALAMI: Brig. General, Islamic Revolutionary Guard of IranEbrahim Raisi - President of Iran Who Does ISRAEL’S LAND BELONG TO?"And I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you in their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and your descendants after you. Also I give to you and your descendants after you the land in which you are a stranger, all the land of Canaan, as an everlasting possession; and I will be their God.”Genesis 17:7–8 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/17/7-8/s_17007ISRAEL’S LAND BELONGS TO THE JEWISH PEOPLE God gave it to them as an everlasting inheritance GAZA IS NOT OCCUPIED BY ISRAEL Israel wants peace. HAMAS WANTS JEWISH GENOCIDE"Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, it would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were drowned in the depth of the sea. Woe to the world because of offenses! For offenses must come, but woe to that man by whom the offense comes!" Matthew 18:6-7 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/18/6-7/s_947006The Mystery of ANTISEMITISM - Jeremiah 31 It’s all about JESUS - The King of Jerusalem STAND FIRM FOR ISRAEL "Thus says the LORD, who stretches out the heavens, lays the foundation of the earth, and forms the spirit of man within him: 'Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of drunkenness to all the surrounding peoples, when they lay siege against Judah and Jerusalem. And it shall happen in that day that I will make Jerusalem a very heavy stone for all peoples; all who would heave it away will surely be cut in pieces, though all nations of the earth are gathered against it.'" Zechariah 12:1-3 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/zec/12/1-3/s_923001 'In that day,” says the LORD, 'I will strike every horse with confusion, and its rider with madness; I will open My eyes on the house of Judah, and will strike every horse of the peoples with blindness. Then the clans of Judah shall say to themselves, "The inhabitants of Jerusalem have strength through the LORD of hosts, their God."’" Zechariah 12:4-5 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/zec/12/4-5/s_923004 - Oct 15, 2023Hosea 5-6 – God Pursues a Sinful Nation
Hosea 5-6 – God Pursues a Sinful NationHosea Chapters 5-6 - God Pursues a Sinful Nation. The situation in Israel is dire! Everyone does what is right in their own eyes and commits spiritual adultery against God. In Hosea's day people still went to church, and still offered sacrifices; but their vain religion caused their hearts to be far from the Lord. Like Israel, how can America and the individual sinner return to God? Don't miss the profound truth in God's Word, which reveals the essential nature of true repentance resulting in healing reconciliation. If you're stuck in sin and desire a path back into a right relationship with Jesus, listen to Pastor David's restorative sermon, Hosea 5-6 - God Pursues a Sinful Nation!VAIN RELIGION ROTS THE SOULTWO PATHS IN LIFE “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it."Matthew 7:13–14 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/7/13-14/s_936013
We must not let society shape our views / values.We must shape societies views / values.IT’S WISE TO REGULARLY EXAMINE OUR MOTIVES GENUINE REPENTANCE the response God wants from us TRUE REPENTANCE BRINGS RECONCILIATION WITH GOD AND HEALING OF WOUNDS Go and learn what this means: I DESIRE MERCY AND NOT SACRIFICE I DESIRE GODLY CHARACTER, NOT VAIN RELIGIONHOSEA REMINDS US GOD LOVES US, AND SEEKS TO REDEEM US, even when we’ve turned away from HimVisit TheMissionChurch.net - Oct 1, 2023Hosea 3 – God’s Harlot Bride
Hosea 3 – God’s Harlot BrideHosea 3 - God's Harlot Bride. The scene is heartbreaking! Hosea's wife is for sale - tattered, filthy and wreaking of sexual adultery. In sin she leaves her husband, returns to her life of prostitution and is now found wanting and desperate. Who would want to purchase a woman abused and soiled by her pursuit of counterfeit lovers? Astonishingly, God instructs Hosea to buy his wife back and to wash her with unwavering love! Don't miss one of the Bible's greatest similes as Hosea exemplifies God's heart for His people Israel. Not only does Hosea 3 proclaim the Lord's powerful mercy, but God prophesies the future hope and promises being fulfilled in our lifetime! If you've ever questioned whether God could still love you after a life full of sin, hear the answer in Pastor David's influential sermon, Hosea 3 - God's Harlot Bride!Hosea had a difficult ministry: GOD’S PEOPLE DID NOT KNOW GOD. They were seduced by worldly ideologies & sexual sins"The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and (He) saves such as have a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them all. He (God) guards all his bones; not one of them is broken. (But) Evil shall slay the wicked, and those who hate the righteous shall be condemned. The LORD redeems the soul of His servants, and none of those who trust in Him shall be condemned." Psalm 34:18–22 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/psa/34/18-22/s_512018 "Then GOD ordered me, “Start all over: Love your wife again, your wife who’s in bed with her latest boyfriend, your cheating wife. Love her the way I, GOD, love the Israelite people, even as they flirt and party with every god that takes their fancy.” Hosea 3:1 The Message https://messagebible.com/scripture/?text=Hosea+3%3A1 SIN DESTROYS LIVES GOD WANTS TO SAVE US FROM THE DESTRUCTION SIN BRINGS "'Come now, and let us reason together,' says the LORD, 'Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool. If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land. But if you refuse and rebel, you shall be devoured by the sword.' For the mouth of the LORD has spoken." Isaiah 1:18 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/1/18/s_680018 God reveals what He will do with ISRAEL IN THE LAST DAYS Israel in the last days: 1) Will be scattered without a homeland or king 2) God will restore Israel to their homeland 3) They will seek Jesus as their final King "The LORD tells you (David) that He will make you a house. When your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will set up your seed after you, who will come from your body, and I will establish His kingdom. He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of His kingdom forever." 2 Samuel 7:11–13 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2sa/7/11-13/s_274011 "Then King David went in and sat before the LORD and said, 'Who am I, O Lord GOD, and what is my house, that you have brought me thus far? And yet this was a small thing in your eyes, O Lord GOD. For You have spoken also of your servant’s house for a great while to come, and this is instruction for mankind, O Lord GOD!'" 2 Samuel 7:18–19 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2sa/7/18-19/s_274018 "While the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them, saying, 'What do you think about the Christ? Whose Son is He?' They said to Him, 'The Son of David.' He said to them, 'How then does David in the Spirit call Him "Lord," saying: "The LORD said to my Lord, 'Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool' "? If David then calls Him "Lord," how is He his Son?' 46 And no one was able to answer Him a word." Matthew 22:41–46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/22/41-46/s_951041 "(Jesus speaking) 'Behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last.' '...I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the Bright and Morning Star.'” Revelation 22:12 & 16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/22/12/s_1189012 https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/22/16/s_1189016 Ezekiel 37Jesus gave it all to redeem His harlot bride. He foretold He would do it from the beginning of time.Visit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Sep 24, 2023Hosea 1-2 – The Scandalous Love of God
Hosea 1-2 – The Scandalous Love of GodHosea Chapters 1-2, The Scandalous Love of God. Our society is obsessed with power, wealth, and sexuality. Thousands of years ago Israel chased and worshiped the same glittering idols modern man is worshiping today. Astonishingly, God instructs Hosea, God’s prophet to Israel, to marry a prostitute; the holy pursuing what is lost and vile. Through simile, God seeks to open Israel’s blind eyes to their spiritual adultery to the God who has been faithful to them with an unwavering love. Can a people who have cheated on God for hundreds of years come back into right relationship with Him? What will it take for this to happen? Don't miss Pastor David's powerful sermon, Hosea 1-2, The Scandalous Love of God!Hosea had a difficult ministry26 (King) Jeroboam said in his heart, “Now the kingdom may return to the house of David: 27 If these people go up to offer sacrifices in the house of the LORD at Jerusalem, then the heart of this people will turn back to Rehoboam king of Judah, and they will kill me and go back to Rehoboam king of Judah.” 28 Therefore the king asked advice, made two calves of gold, and said to the people, “It is too much for you to go up to Jerusalem. Here are your gods, Oh Israel, which brought you up from the land of Egypt!” 29 And he set up one in Bethel, and the other he put in Dan. 30 Now this thing became a sin, for the people went to worship before the one as far as Dan. 31 He made shrines on the high places, and made priests from every (low) class of people, who were not of the sons of Levi. 1 Kings 12:26–31. ( NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1ki/12/26-31/s_303026
GOD’S PEOPLE DID NOT KNOW GOD They were seduced by worldly ideologies & sexual sins RELIGION IN ISRAEL WAS A COUNTERFEIT THE ALMIGHTY GOD - WITH A BROKEN HEART JEZREEL - God will scatter the nation Israel 7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. 8 For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Galatians 6:7–9, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/6/7-9/s_1097007 Lo-Ruhamah: No more mercy from GodGOD IS ALWAYS MERCIFUL - to all who genuinely seek Him 2 Kings 17:6https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ki/17/6/s_330006Lo-Ammi - You are not My people - and I am not your GodGod’s hope in discipline is to BRING US TO TRUTHGrace has won us when it has won our hearts. When we yield to God not with a mere external obedience but w the affection of our heart, then all is won, then all is well. Charles H. SpurgeonONLY GOD’S PURSUING LOVE - CAN RESTORE OUR BROKEN SOUL Life’s highest purpose is to be - GENUINELY IN LOVE WITH GODVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 17, 2023Genesis: Epilogue – Understanding the Heart of God
Genesis: Epilogue – Understanding the Heart of GodGenesis Epilogue, understanding the heart of God.We often wonder why a loving God created a world with so much pain, evil, and suffering. This sermon answers that question. This sermon will prove this world is the best world that could be created. Reflecting on the entire book of Genesis reveals the depths of God's design, character and even His desires. God’s glory is revealed in many ways, in the beauty of a sunset, in the diversity of animal life, and in the majesty of the universe. However, in the grandeur of everything God made, He specifically made man to bear His image and to know His mind, heart and will. Don't miss Pastor David's powerful sermon, the Genesis Epilogue, Understanding the heart of God!
God wants to be KNOWN
"What if God, wanting to show His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, so that He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, which He had prepared beforehand for glory, even us whom He called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles?"- Romans 9:22–24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/9/22-24/s_1055022 https://www.blueletterbible. org/nkjv/rom/9/22-24/s_1055022 Man has little interest in KNOWING GOD
GOD PURSUES MAN with vigorous passion and marvelous grace
The Pearl of Great Price:
"The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it."- Matthew 13:45–46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/45-46/s_942045 https://www.blueletterbible. org/nkjv/mat/13/45-46/s_942045 God’s detailed plan of SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?
"Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over… all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”- Genesis 1:26 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/1/26/s_1026https: //www.blueletterbible.org/ nkjv/gen/1/26/s_1026 "God desires to fill the universe with a lot of little replicas of Himself-like creatures, whose life, on a miniature scale, will be qualitatively like His own, not because He has absorbed them - but because their will freely conforms to His."- C.S. Lewis"Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?... Do you not know that we shall judge angels?"Genesis Epilogue
If God is good, why is there pain and suffering?
If God is good, why is there evil in the world?
Why would a loving God create evil in the world?
Why do bad things happen to good people?
Dominion
Sovereignty
Lukewarm
Understanding the Heart of God
Created in God's Image
Why is the world fallen, evil, painful.
The Fallen World is God's Best Plan
God Wants to be Known
Personal Relationship with Jesus
Man has little interest in knowing God
God Pursues Man with passion and mercy
God's Plan of Salvation through Jesus was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?Why did God create a WORLD FALLEN IN SIN? - Aug 20, 2023Genesis 48 – Jacob’s Last Words
Genesis 48 – Jacob’s Last WordsGenesis 48, Jacob's Last Words.Words are powerful. Carefully chosen and well thought out, the last words a person speaks from their deathbed are incredibly significant. Last words reveal what is preeminent, what matters most. Joseph brings his sons Ephraim and Manasseh to his father Jacob to hear his last words. As a result, profound wisdom and supernatural blessings are spoken upon their lives. Jacob adopts and grafts Ephraim and Manasseh into the 12 tribes of Israel. Thus, giving Joseph a double portion of the inheritance! There is also a divine correlation between Jacob adopting Joseph’s “Egyptian” sons and our adoption as Gentiles into the family of God. As a parent, a spouse or even as a friend may we learn from Jacob that our words make a profound impact on the lives of others. Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 48, Jacob's Last Words, and be encouraged to speak words of life to others!Israel adopts Ephraim & Manasseh as his own sonsJoseph is a prophetic prefigure King Jesus: HIS GENTILE SONS ARE GRAFTED INTO RECEIVE ALL THE PROMISES OF GOD!"For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when He adopted you as His own children. Now we call him, 'Abba, Father.' For His Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children. And since we are His children, we are His heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory."Romans 8:14-17 NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/8/14-17/s_1054014THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF A FATHER’S BLESSING
"Now the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembled together at Shiloh, and set up the tabernacle of meeting there. And the land was subdued before them."Joshua 18:1 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/18/1/s_205001OUR WORDS ARE INCREDIBLY POWERFUL"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit."Proverbs 18:21 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/18/21/s_646021There is often OPPOSITION to the proclamation of God’s WordGod honors the honest proclamation of His Word"For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, and do not return there, but water the earth, and make it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater, so shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void (empty), but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it."Isaiah 55:10-11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/55/10-11/s_734010"These words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise."Deuteronomy 6:6-7 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/deu/6/6-7/s_159006Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Aug 6, 2023Genesis 47:13-48:7 – God Builds a Man (Part 12)
Genesis 47:13-48:7 – God Builds a Man (Part 12)Genesis 47:13-48:7 - God Builds a Man (Part 12). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, receives Israel's blessing revealing the supernatural power of a Father's influence upon his children. As Israel nears his death, he commands that he be buried in the Promised Land instead of receiving a royal Egyptian burial. Do you know and cling to God's Promises instead of the things of this world? Do you believe that God always provides for His people? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 47:13-48:7 - God Builds a Man Part XII, and understand the value and profound impact of trusting in the Lord with all your heart!Life in Egypt during the SEVEN-YEAR FAMINEGOD ALWAYS PROVIDES for his people - Psalm 27 Israel sees his destiny in the PROMISES GOD MADE to him Israel has learned to make OBEYING GOD his utmost priority Israel values BUILDING UP OTHERS’ FAITH IN GOD Teach our children to HONOR & RESPECT AUTHORITY Israel gives Joseph a DOUBLE PORTION of the inheritance Israel BLESSES HIS SONS The supernatural power of A FATHER’S BLESSING
Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The father sends his beloved son to the Tribes of Israel on a mission of love. 2) He was rejected because of His testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) He was beaten and left for dead 4) His tunic was taken by his captors 5) He was sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) He was falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) He preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) He is the Savior of the world. 9) He began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) He is an alleged criminal, instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) He was given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow to him. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) He is espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize him, their own brother, who is the Savior King. 18) Israel did not recognize him at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to recognize Him at the second coming. 19) He freely forgives and restores those who hated him and sinned against him. 20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save mankind. 21) He gives his wretched, sinful brethren new garments of royalty/righteousness. 22) His Gentile sons are grafted in, receiving full status as God’s people 23) Everything on earth, Jews and Gentiles are brought under his authority and sovereign rule.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 30, 2023Genesis 46:30-47:28 – God Builds a Man (Part 11)
Genesis 46:30-47:28 – God Builds a Man (Part 11)Genesis 46:30-47:28 - God Builds a Man (Part 11). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, sets his family apart in the land of Goshen. In tremendous wisdom, Joseph establishes a place in Egypt where Jacob and his family can grow in their walk with the Lord and not be caught up in the trappings of the land. How do you keep yourself and your family from falling prey to the myriad of temptations the world has to offer? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 46:30-47:28 - God Builds a Man (Part 11), and learn how to pursue a sanctified life rooted in God's will!Our personal SANCTIFICATION TO GOD is vital to our spiritual health"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice; holy, and acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed, by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove (experience) what is that good, acceptable, and perfect will of God.""For this is the will of God, your sanctification."
"If you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Because of these things the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience, in which you yourselves once walked when you lived in them."Insights from a 130-year-old believer: 1) LIFE IS INCREDIBLY SHORT. 2) THIS WORLD IS NOT OUR HOME. 3) WE ARE NOT AMAZING. BUT GOD IS."Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble. He comes forth like a flower and fades away; he flees like a shadow and does not continue....His days are determined, the number of his months is with You; You have appointed his limits, so that he cannot pass.""LORD, make me to know my end, and what is the measure of my days, that I may know (understand) how frail I am. Indeed, You have made my days as handbreadths, and my age is as nothing before You. Certainly, every man at his best state is but vapor. Selah.""Come now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit'; whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. Instead you ought to say, 'If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.' But now you boast in your arrogance. All such boasting is evil. Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin."Look at all the magnificent things GOD HAS DONE FOR JACOB! Two possible responses to God’s abundant grace in our life: 1) AN UNGRATEFUL HEART2) A HEART MOVED WITH GRATITUDE FOR JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 23, 2023Genesis 45:18-46:30 – God Builds a Man (Part 10)
Genesis 45:18-46:30 – God Builds a Man (Part 10)Genesis 45:18-46:30 - God Builds a Man (Part 10). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, calls his family to leave their old life behind and begin anew in Egypt. Joseph's incredible invitation leads his brothers to repent of their sin and move forward in their relationship with their father, Jacob. Do you have unrepentant sin in your life? Confess your sin and walk in the center of God's will! Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 45:18-46:30 - God Builds a Man (Part 10), which reveals six incredible promises of God to Israel reminding us; God does not change!AS WE STEP OUT IN FAITH INTO NEW TERRITORY we are prone to become TROUBLED ALONG THE WAYWHEN WE REPENT OF OUR SIN AND MOVE FORWARD IN FAITH WE GROW (Psalm 32) Jacob learns his son JOSEPH IS ALIVE!God gives Israel 6 promises to hold onto:1) I AM THE ONE TRUE GOD WHO MADE A COVENANT WITH YOUR FATHER ABRAHAM2) HAVE NO FEAR GOING TO EGYPT3) I WILL MAKE ISRAEL A GREAT NATION THERE4) I WILL BE WITH YOU5) I WILL BRING ISRAEL BACK INTO THE PROMISE LAND6) YOU WILL BE REUNITED WITH YOUR SON JOSEPH THE REST OF YOUR DAYS"For I am the LORD, I do not change. Therefore, you are not consumed, O sons of Jacob.""He (God) said to Abram: “Know certainly that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not theirs, and will serve them, and they will afflict them four hundred years. And also the nation whom they serve I will judge; afterward they shall come out with great possessions.""Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” So we may boldly say: “The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”"I will establish My covenant between Me and you (Abraham) and your descendants after you in their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and your descendants after you. Also I give to you and your descendants after you the land in which you are a stranger, all the land of Canaan, as an everlasting possession; and I will be their God.”THE POWER & IMPORTANCE OF A FATHER cannot be overstatedTHE FATHERLESS CRISIS IN AMERICA• 71% of High School Dropouts are from fatherless homes• 85% of people in prison• 700% More likely to have a TEEN PREGNANCY• Far more likely to suffer: MENTAL ILLNESS, DRUG ADDICTIONS, ALCOHOLISM, DEPRESSION, SUICIDE.• 400% More likely to live in POVERTY• 90% of all HOMELESS & RUNAWAY childrenJoseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
- Jul 16, 2023Genesis 45:1-20 – God Builds a Man (Part 9)
Genesis 45:1-20 – God Builds a Man (Part 9)Genesis 45:1-20 - God Builds a Man (Part 9). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, somewhere along his journey brought his pain to God. In an astounding act of character Joseph reveals God's forgiveness by giving his very brothers, who threw him into a pit and sold him into slavery, amazing grace! Do you have pain in your life from people who've wronged and hurt you? How did Joseph extend mercy and genuine love to those who caused him such anguish, sorrow and distress? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 45:1-20 - God Builds a Man (Part 9), which will encourage your heart and provide you with a plan of reconciliation to begin the process of healing even your deepest wounds.Joseph tells his brothers COME NEAR TO MESOMEWHERE, LONG AGO, JOSEPH BROUGHT HIS PAIN TO GOD AND FOUND PEACE IN GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY "'But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive. Now therefore, do not be afraid; I will provide for you and your little ones.' And he comforted them and spoke kindly to them."
Genesis 50:20–21 NKJVSOMEWHERE, LONG AGO, JOSEPH BROUGHT HIS PAIN TO GOD AND GOD BUILT & ESTABLISHED HIM GOD ALWAYS PROVIDES for his people WHEN WE STEP OUT IN FAITH INTO NEW TERRITORY we are prone to become TROUBLED ALONG THE WAY WHEN WE REPENT OF OUR SIN AND MOVE FORWARD IN FAITH WE GROW GOD IS FOR YOU! Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 9, 2023Genesis 43:1-45:15 – God Builds a Man (Part 8)
Genesis 43:1-45:15 – God Builds a Man (Part 8)Genesis 43:1-45:15 - God Builds a Man (Part 8). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, prayerfully pursues a plan of reconciliation for his family. As Joseph's brothers leave Egypt they are confronted with a massive test of character, which causes them to return to Joseph who at long last reveals himself to his brothers. What a dramatic and heartfelt moment! Don't miss the meaningful parallels between Joseph's life as a prophecy about Jesus and Israel. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 43:1-45:15 - God Builds a Man (Part 8), will stir your heart to seek reconciliation with people in your own life as you grow in your understanding of the depth of God's grace and mercy for you!"A gift is like a precious stone of grace in the eyes of him that receives it. Whosoever gives shall prosper."Proverbs 17:8 (Pastor David’s KJV Paraphrase) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/pro/17/8/s_645008Joseph has been PRAYERFULLY PLANNING FOR RECONCILIATION Joseph endeavors to INTIMATELY KNOW THEM Meaningful Relationship Require REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
"Wisdom calls aloud outside; she raises her voice in the open squares. She cries out in the chief concourses, at the openings of the gates in the city she speaks her words."Proverbs 1:20–21 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/1/20-21/s_629020Joseph knows what to do because HE’S FOCUSED ON GOD’S WORD"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."Joshua 1:8–9 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/1/8-9/s_188008"From childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work."2 Timothy 3:15–17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/3/15-17/s_1128015Joseph is a picture of THE UNMERITED FAVOR JESUS BESTOWS UPON US Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL ISRAEL DID NOT RECOGNIZE THE SAVIOR KING AT THE FIRST COMING, BUT THEIR EYES ARE OPENED TO SEE HIM AT THE SECOND COMING FORGIVENESS IS FREELY GIVEN TO THOSE WHO HATED AND SINNED AGAINST HIM THE EVIL HIS BROTHERS (ISRAEL) INTENDED, GOD USED FOR GOOD TO SAVE ALLJoseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 25, 2023Genesis 41:46-42:25 – Joseph – God Builds a Man (Part 6)
Genesis 41:46-42:25 – Joseph – God Builds a Man (Part 6)Genesis 41:46-42:25 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 6). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, meets his brothers as they come to Egypt desperate for grain. Although Joseph's brothers don't recognize him, Joseph knows who they are and reveals incredible discernment through his plan of reconciliation. Joseph's brother's are stricken with guilt, but Joseph has a heart to restore their relationship and provide for their families! Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 41:46-42:25 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 6), reveals the power of forgiveness and the heart of Jesus who pursues us with compassion for the purpose of eternal reconciliation!Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL
"Just as it is written: “God has given them (Israel) a spirit of stupor, eyes that they should not see and ears that they should not hear, to this very day.”Romans 11:8 NKJV"Pause and wonder! Blind yourselves and be blind! They (Israel) are drunk, but not with wine; they stagger, but not with intoxicating drink. For the LORD has poured out on you the spirit of deep sleep, and has closed your eyes, namely, the prophets; and He has covered your heads, namely, the seers. The whole vision has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one who is literate, saying, “Read this, please.” And he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” Then the book is delivered to one who is illiterate, saying, “Read this, please.” And he says, “I am not literate.”Isaiah 29:9–12 NKJV"For I do not desire, brethren (the Church), that you should be ignorant of this mystery, lest you should be wise in your own opinion, that blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. And (then) all Israel will be saved, as it is written."Romans 11:25–26 NKJVJoseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother.GUILT is a heavy burden to carryLEARNING OTHERS’ STORIES fills the heart with COMPASSION A follower of God PURSUES RECONCILIATION"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. For if when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, how much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life."Romans 5:8, 10 NKJVFORGIVENESS PRECEDES RECONCILIATION"Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors…"Matthew 6:11-12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/6/11-12/s_935011"For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."Matthew 6:14-15 NKJVJoseph employs a PATIENT PLAN of RECONCILIATION A patient plan of reconciliation is: 1) Slow to Speak – Quick to Listen 2) Others Centered 3) Has Realistic Expectations4) Stays FOCUSED on Reconciliation"So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. For the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God."James 1:19–20 NKJV"Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything."Proverbs 13:3 NLTGod is still WORKING – when things appear to get worseVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 18, 2023Genesis 41:1-46- Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5)
Genesis 41:1-46- Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5)Genesis 41:1-46 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5). Joseph, an incredible historical figure and a Prefigure of King Jesus, is a powerful testimony of how God builds character through our trials and tribulations. After enduring years of false imprisonment, God moves mightily and Joseph goes from a prison cell to the palace of Pharaoh, King of Egypt! What makes a great leader? Although Joseph could have taken credit for his ability to interpret dreams, he instead points Pharaoh to the true King above all kings. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 41:1-46 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5), reveals profound insight to God's desire to conform you into the image of Jesus and fashion you into a substantial leader in His Kingdom.Pharaoh’s spiritual advisors are UTTERLY WORTHLESS"The idols of the nations are silver and gold, the work of men’s hands. They have mouths, but they do not speak; eyes they have, but they do not see. They have ears, but they do not hear; nor is there any breath in their mouths. Those who make them are like them; so is everyone who trusts in them."Want Truth? Want life? WORSHIP JESUS AS LORD Joseph has been through A TON OF HARDSHIPGod has a goal He wants to accomplish in your life: to conform you into THE IMAGE OF JESUS
"We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son.""Likewise deacons must be reverent, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy for money, holding the mystery of the faith with a pure conscience. But let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons, being found blameless. Likewise, their wives must be reverent, not slanderers, temperate, faithful in all things. Let deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well. For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a good standing and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus."God is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUSJoseph is given a new name: ZAPH’NATH – PĀNĒAH, God Speaks and saves lives Joseph takes a GENTILE BRIDE in the years of harvestJoseph’s Sons from a gentile bride:Manasseh: “God has made me forget”Ephraim: “God has caused me to be fruitful”Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The father sends his beloved son to the tribes of Israel on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar).7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19)(to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world.9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age.10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand.11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives.12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10)13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride.14) His children are: “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful”15) He is Lord of the present harvest age.16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 11, 2023Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4)
Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4)Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4). Have you ever wondered, "Why does God allow evil and suffering?" The incredible account of Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, reveals how God builds men and women through difficulties and disappointments. After a moment of hope, Joseph is forgotten by the Chief Butler and remains in prison for two more years! Although Joseph's trial is substantial, it does not diminish God's faithfulness in his life or your life today. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4), is a powerful reminder of God's sovereign work being accomplished even in the darkest moments of life!CHIEF BAKER and the BUTLER / CUPBEARER are sent to prisonGod is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUS"No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven."'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men. Now this, “He ascended”, what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'"For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, by whom also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, who formerly were disobedient."God is using Joseph’s life as a prophetic foreshadow of Jesus Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar)7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world
God can appear to be ABSENT or CRUEL at times"You have dealt well with Your servant, O LORD, according to Your word. Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe Your commandments. Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I keep Your word. You are good, and (You) do good. Teach me Your statutes."GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY, FAITHFULNESS, & GOODNESS ARE NEVER DIMINISHED even when gross injustice seems to prevail"Trials may be viewed from two standpoints, and it will make all the difference to our spiritual life and peace which of these two points of view we take. From the human side Joseph’s suffering was due to injustice on the part of Potiphar, and ingratitude on the part of the butler. From the Divine side these years were permitted for the purpose of training and preparing Joseph for the great work that God lay before him. If we look only at the human side of trial we shall become discouraged, irritated and angered, but as we turn to look at it from the Divine side we shall see God in everything and all things working together for our good." - Griffith Thomas
"Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass. He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday. Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him. Do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass. For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait on the LORD, they shall inherit the earth."Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar)7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age10) An alleged criminal instantly Raised to power, and seated at the right hand11) Known as: God Speaks and saves lives12) Espoused to a Gentile Bride13) Lord of the present harvest, Lord of the coming 7yr Tribulation14) Every knee must bow (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10)Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 4, 2023Genesis 40:1-15. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3)
Genesis 40:1-15. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3)Genesis 40:1-15 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3). The incredible true story of Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, continues to reveal how God builds men and women through the trials of life. Wrongfully accused, Joseph is in prison and instead of wallowing in his sorrow he is a servant leader to all! In times of hardship we are prone to self pity, but Joseph is faithful in the small things, which leads to him being used in mighty ways for the Lord. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 40 - God Builds a Man (Part 3), encourages the weary and downtrodden to recognize God is at work to build them into someone prepared and equipped to impact God's Kingdom!CHIEF BAKER and the BUTLER / CUPBEARER: Executive roles of high rank
The importance of being FAITHFUL IN THE SMALL THINGS
"Joseph was thirty years old when he stood before Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph went out from the presence of Pharaoh, and went throughout all the land of Egypt."Genesis 41:46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/41/46/s_41046 "The chief butler did not remember Joseph, but forgot him. Then it came to pass, at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh had a dream; and behold, he stood by the river.""He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much."Luke 16:10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/16/10/s_989010 God grants Joseph WISDOM / DIVINE INSIGHT to speak truth into their lives
"For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk uprightly."Proverbs 2:6–7 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/2/6-7/s_630006 WE MUST PROCLAIM THE WHOLE COUNSEL OF GOD’S WORD to others
"Unless you repent you will all likewise perish."Luke 13:5 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/13/5/s_986005 'I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways,” says the Lord GOD. “Repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions which you have committed, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of one who dies,” says the Lord GOD. “Therefore turn and live!”'Ezekiel 18:30–32 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/18/30-32/s_820030 "For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God. Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. For I know this, that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. Also from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves."God is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUS
'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men. Now this, “He ascended”, what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'Ephesians 4:8–10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/8-10/s_1101008 "For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, by whom also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, who formerly were disobedient."1 Peter 3:18–20 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1pe/3/18-20/s_1154018 Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)4) Falsely accused and arrested5) His tunic taken by the captors6) Left for dead7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Raised to power, seated at the right hand9) Savior of the worldVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 28, 2023Genesis 39:11-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2)
Genesis 39:11-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2)Genesis 39:11-23 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2). God sovereignly uses Joseph, a young man, to prophetically foretell Jesus’ life, rejection, death, and His rise to fame and power as the Savior of the world! This incredible story continues with Joseph being wrongfully accused of a sexual crime he did not commit and is thrown into prison! Although we are prone to feel sorry for Joseph and ourselves in times of hardship, God's Word clearly reveals that character is built through the furnace of adversity. Learn the value of walking in obedience to God's Word as we are bombarded with sexual temptation. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 39:11-23 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 2), provides profound insight on how a follower of Christ should flee from sexuality immorality in order to grow as a man/woman of exceptional character!How did Joseph thrive in adversity?
1) He had great reverence for God
2) He was full of gratitude to God
3) He honored the authority God placed over himThe Bible instructs us to FLEE SEXUAL IMMORALITY"Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body."The Blame Game
Commonly used tactics of the ungodly:
1) USING RACE MALICIOUSLY
2) MALIGNING OTHERS TO JUSTIFY SELFJoseph faces harsh adversity once again
God is at work in our lives in both prosperity & adversity
"Our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! So we don't look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever."Godly character - cannot be built in a vacuum – or by a magic wand.
Character, like gold, must be refined in the furnace of adversity
Joseph rises above dire adversity by BEING OBEDIENT TO GOD’S WORD
Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.
2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)
3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)
4) Falsely accused and arrested
5) His tunic taken by the captors
6) Left for dead
7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19)
(to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)
8) Raised to power, seated at the right hand
9) Savior of the worldVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 21, 2023Genesis 37:18 – 39:10. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 1)
Genesis 37:18 – 39:10. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 1)
Genesis 37:18-36_39:1-10 - God Builds a Man, demonstrates how God often may allow very difficult circumstances in our lives, as He does here with Joseph. Joseph's brothers first plot to kill him out of there envy of him, and then later decide to sell him into slavery at the tender age of seventeen. This story is an example of the human depravity and the extent his brothers go through to justify and cover up their sin. Joseph, a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus, is an amazing example for us, of how to continue to trust God and be faithful, even when life is not fair. Genesis 37:18-36_39:1-10 - God Builds a Man, is a great message that will help us understand how God wants us to respond to our own adversity.
THE DEPRAVITY OF MAN IS APPALLINGThe Apostle Paul wrote quoting many Old Testament Scriptures: As it is written: “There is none righteous, no, not one; There is none who understands; There is none who seeks after God. They have all turned aside; They have together become unprofitable; There is none who does good, no, not one. Their throat is an open tomb; With their tongues they have practiced deceit; The poison of asps is under their lips; Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. Their feet are swift to shed blood; Destruction and misery are in their ways; And the way of peace they have not known. “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”
Romans 3:10–18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010
COMING TO JESUS is something we DO CONTINUALLYPut off your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, that you put on the new man, which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.
Ephesians 4:22–24, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/22-24/s_1101022Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus
1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.
2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)
3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)
4) His tunic taken by the captors
5) Left for dead
6) Raised to power, seated at the right hand
7) Savior of the worldJoseph has been grossly mistreated.How will he handle it?Genesis 39Joseph worked hard, did not allow himself to be a victimHow do you respond to adversity?
If you faint in the day of adversity, your strength is small.
Proverbs 24:10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/24/10/s_652010How did Joseph thrive in adversity?
1) He had great reverence for God
2) He was full of gratitude to God
3) He honored the authority God placed over himVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 14, 2023Genesis 37:1-22 – Joseph – Prefigure of King Jesus
Genesis 37:1-22 – Joseph – Prefigure of King JesusGenesis 37:1-22, Joseph a Prefigure of King Jesus. God sovereignly begins using Joseph, a seventeen-year-old young man, to prophetically foretell Jesus’ life, rejection, death, and his rise to fame and power as the Savior of the world! This amazing story begins with his brothers (the tribes of Israel) envying Joseph and seeking to kill him. As Joseph's oldest brother Rueben seeks to pacify his sibling's murderous plan, he fails to stand for truth which always allows evil to prevail. Here we also learn practical application regarding our need to stand firm against the evil agendas being propagated in our day. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 37, 'Joseph a Prefigure of King Jesus', provides profound insight on how a follower of Christ can walk by faith, stand for truth, and find victory!God has a CALLING on Joseph’s life
We embrace the call of God BY FAITH with preparation
The call of God is always a call TO SERVE OTHERS
ENVY IS A CANKER TO THE SOUL
"You have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not murder, and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment.' But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment. And whoever says to his brother, 'Raca!' shall be in danger of the council. But whoever says, 'You fool!' shall be in danger of hell fire."Matthew 5:21-22 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/5/21-22/s_934021Joseph is a PROPHETIC PREFIGURE OF KING JESUS
If God’s people FAIL TO STAND FOR TRUTH EVIL WILL PREVAIL
THE DEPRAVITY OF MAN IS APPALLING
COMING TO JESUS is something we DO CONTINUALLY
"put off your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, that you put on the new man, which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness."Ephesians 4:22–24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/22-24/s_1101022Even in a world of wickedness GOD’S PLANS WILL PREVAIL
- May 7, 2023Genesis 35:16-29 – What Happens When We Die?
Genesis 35:16-29 – What Happens When We Die?Genesis 35:16-29 - What happens when we die? Like Jacob, all of us experience the sting and sorrow of death when our family and beloved friends die. Jacob loses the love of his life, his wife Rachel, and his father Isaac. Although the Bible is silent on Jacob's heartache, God's Word provides profound insight that brings comfort and truth to life's most significant question! Life after death is a reality for all people, but how do we navigate the veracity of heaven and hell? Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 35, 'What happens when we die?', brings clarity and understanding that will build your faith in God's eternal plan for you!
JACOB LOSES RACHEL - THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE
God’s people are not immune to LIFE’S HARDSHIPS
A Prophetic Foreshadow of Jesus: Ben-Oni: SON OF MY SORROW; Benjamin: SON OF MY RIGHT HAND
"Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed? For He (Jesus) shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; and when we see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him. He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, Smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."
Isaiah 53:1–5 NKJV
'...And the high priest answered and said to Him (Jesus), “I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!” 64 Jesus said to him, “It is as you said. And I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.”'
Matthew 26:63–64 NKJV"The Son radiates God’s own glory and expresses the very character of God. He sustains everything by the mighty power of His command. When He had cleansed us from our sins, He sat down in the place of honor, at the right hand of the majestic God in heaven."
Hebrews 1:3 NLTREUBEN’S HEINOUS SIN
THE TWELVE TRIBES OF ISRAEL
WHAT HAPPENS TO US WHEN WE DIE?
"I have seen the God-given task with which the sons of men are to be occupied. He (God) has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also put eternity in their hearts."
Ecclesiastes 3:10–11 NKJVLIFE AFTER DEATH – A REALITY FOR ALL PEOPLE
"Those who sleep in the dust of the earth (died) shall awake, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting contempt. Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever."
Daniel 12:2–3 NKJV"...All who are in the graves will hear His (Jesus) voice and come forth: those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation."
John 5:28–29 NKJVWHERE DO WE GO WHEN WE DIE? (Luke 16)
Before Jesus’ cross everyone WENT TO HADES when they died
All who die in faith of Jesus’ work on the cross ARE WITH JESUS IN HEAVEN the moment they die
'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men.” Now this, “He ascended”- what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth. 10 He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'
Ephesians 4:8–10 NKJV"In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also."
John 14:2–3 NKJVVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 30, 2023Genesis 35:1-15 – Regeneration in the House of God
Genesis 35:1-15 – Regeneration in the House of GodGenesis 35:1-15 - Regeneration in the House of God. Like Jacob, many people want a deep relationship with God, but find themselves falling into the same sinful and frustrating patterns keeping them from abiding in Jesus. This sermon is dripping with God's grace and provides instructions to those who are growing weary and wondering; Will I ever walk with Jesus? Although Jacob has grossly failed in many areas of his life, God remains faithful and calls him to worship in God's house. Before we can become a spiritual leader we must first become a worshiper of God! Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 35, Regeneration in God's House, will strengthen your troubled heart and guide you on the path to a restored relationship with Jesus!Jacob is confronted with his SINFUL DEPRAVITY and the bad fruit in his life"I will send My fear before you, I will cause confusion among all the people to whom you come, and will make all your enemies turn their backs to you."God’s instructions to the weary: 1) GET UP 2) GO UP TO THE HOUSE OF GOD 3) DWELL THERE 4) BUILD AN ALTAR THERE TO WORSHIP EL BETHEL: THE GOD - of the house of God. Regenerated by God, Jacob becomes the SPIRITUAL LEADER of his family Jacob your name is ISRAEL
THE ALMIGHTY GOD REAFFIRMS HIS COVENANT with IsraelVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 23, 2023Genesis 33-34 – Reconciliation & Revenge
Genesis 33-34 – Reconciliation & RevengePeacekeeper vs. Peacemaker (Genesis 33)Appeasing will calm the Storm, but A Whole-Hearted Apology can Restore Relationship (Genesis 33)Jacob Misses the Greater Opportunity (Genesis 33)You are Equipped for the Ministry of Reconciliation (Genesis 33)"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.– 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/5/17-21/s_1083017Salvation happens in a Moment, but Christ-like Character is Built over Time (Genesis 33)Delayed Obedience Puts You and Your Family at Risk (Genesis 34)"But Samuel replied, 'What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to His voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams.'"– 1 Samuel 15:22 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1sa/15/22/s_251022"Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever."– 1 John 2:15-17 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1jo/2/15-17/s_1161015The World is Full of Injustice, Sorrow and Grief - Jesus Understands Every Temptation, Vengeance Belongs to the Lord (Genesis 34)God Hates Vain Religion (Genesis 34)Revenge Ruins Relationships (Genesis 34)Jesus Came to Save the World; not to Condemn ItMay Your Actions Display Christ’s Character (Genesis 34)"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved."– John 3:16-17 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/3/16-17/s_1000016May Your Actions Display Christ’s Character (Genesis 34)Spiritual Maturity - Seeking God’s Will and Glory above our Own
- Apr 16, 2023Genesis 32 – Wrestling with God
Genesis 32 – Wrestling with GodGenesis 32 - Wrestling with God. Many people have been fighting with God their whole life, and Jacob is no exception. This sermon reveals the value of brokenness and the importance of surrendering our life to a loving God. Jacob has always schemed, planned and used his own strength to benefit himself. Nevertheless, he finds himself alone with God and in a wrestling match that will change his life forever! When we surrender our life to Jesus, He transforms our character and identity. Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 32 - Wrestling with God, will encourage your heart that in your darkest times of trouble God draws near to you.GOD DRAWS NEAR TO US in times of trouble.“Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost."Matthew 18:10–11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/mat/18/10-11/s_947010 "'Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.' But to the wicked God says: 'What right have you to declare My statutes (mercy, kindness, grace), or take My covenant (promises) in your mouth, seeing you hate instruction and cast My words behind you? When you saw a thief, you consented with him, and have been a partaker with adulterers. You give your mouth to evil, and your tongue frames deceit. You sit and speak against your brother; You slander your own mother’s son. These things you have done, and I kept silent; you thought that I was altogether like you; but I will rebuke you and set them in order before your eyes. Now consider this, you who forget God, lest I tear you in pieces, and there be none to deliver: Whoever offers praise glorifies Me; and to him who orders his conduct aright I will show the salvation of God.'”Psalm 50:15–23 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/50/15-23/s_528015 
"The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And those who know Your name will put their trust in You. For You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You."Psalm 9:9–10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.MAHANAIM - Two Camps THE MISTAKE OF LIVING IN TWO CAMPS: Church Life / Regular Life Church Life / Regular Life - it’s all GOD’S KINGDOM "Depend upon it, OUR SINS WILL COME HOME TO US sooner or later." - Charles Spurgeon HUMAN STRENGTH IS FINITE AND RELATIVELY IMPOTENT Jacob finally PRAYS TO GOD Jacob had been WRESTLING GOD his entire life What’s in a name? JACOB --> ISRAEL Jacob: "Deceiver" --> Israel: "Governed by God" Brokenness would not be a prized virtue if there were not a loving God who powerfully leads all who surrender their life to Himorg/nkjv/psa/9/9-10/s_487009 - Apr 9, 2023John 20 – The Power of Jesus’ Resurrection
John 20 – The Power of Jesus’ ResurrectionJohn 20 - The Power of Jesus' Resurrection. With incredible detail, Jesus' resurrection story is recounted by the Apostle John. This sermon reveals the fear of the disciples after Jesus' death and the peace He brings when He is with them once again. Easter Sunday is more than just a great story; the resurrection of Jesus completes the atonement for our sins so that the wrath of God is satisfied. If you think that your past and sin is too great to overcome, listen to Pastor Dave's sermon from John 20 - The Power of Jesus' Resurrection, and be encouraged that Jesus wants to redeem and use your life in powerful ways!
The disciples were DEVASTATED by JESUS DEATH
"It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them, who told these things to the apostles. And their words seemed to them like idle tales, and they did not believe them."Luke 24:10–11, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/24/10-11/s_997010
Jesus shows His disciples HE IS ALIVE
Without Jesus we live in FEAR
With Jesus we live in PEACE
Jesus doesn’t write us off WHEN WE SIN MISERABLY
Jesus wants to USE YOUR LIFE in powerful ways!
We’ve all sinned AGAINST GOD
PEOPLE WHO HAVE NO ATONEMENT FOR THEIR SIN WILL FACE THE WRATH OF GOD
"The cowardly, unbelieving, filthy, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death."Revelation 21:8"Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God."1 Corinthians 6:9–10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/6/9-10/s_1068009"Then I saw a great white throne and Him who sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away. And there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, standing before God, and books were opened. And another book was opened, which is the Book of Life. And the dead were judged according to their works, by the things which were written in the books..."Revelation 20:11–12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/11-12/s_1187011"And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire."Revelation 20:15 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/15/s_1187015Jesus provides ATONEMENT for all who make Him Lord
Jesus empowers us with His Spirit TO LIVE A NEW LIFE
"But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the LORD: I will put My law in their minds, and write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people."Jeremiah 31:33 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/31/33/s_776033"If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will be saved.”Romans 10:9–11 - Apr 7, 2023Matthew 26 – The Wrath of God is Satisfied
Matthew 26 – The Wrath of God is Satisfied
- Apr 2, 2023Luke 19:28-40 – Jesus the Lord of All
Luke 19:28-40 – Jesus the Lord of AllLuke 19:28-40 - Jesus the Lord of All. Without a doubt, Jesus fulfilled the Messianic details of the Old Testament Scriptures. This sermon explores the incredible truth of Jesus the Lord of All and points us directly to undeniable prophecy fulfilled with His entrance into Jerusalem. Luke's Gospel, in conjunction with Isaiah 53 and Psalm 118, reveals the profound depth of Jesus' sovereignty and why this aspect of His immutable character matters to you! Even if you've already read and heard the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, you won't want to miss the significance of a Savior who reveals the value of His Lordship over your life. Pastor Dave's sermon from Luke 19 - Jesus the Lord of All, will inspire your desire to make Jesus Lord of your life, heart and future!Luke 18:31 - JESUS THE LORD OF ALLRemarkable Prophecies made by Jesus: 1) The ancient prophecies about the Messiah would be fulfilled in Jerusalem 2) Jesus will be delivered to the Gentiles for trial 3) Jesus will be mocked, insulted, and spat upon 4) Jesus will be scourged by the Romans 5) Jesus will be killed6) The third day, Jesus will resurrect from the dead
"Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, lowly (humble) and riding on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey."Zechariah 9:9, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.JESUS is the LORD OF ALL - SOVEREIGN MAR 14, 445 BC Artaxerxes issued a command to restore and rebuild Jerusalem (Nehemiah 2)org/nkjv/zec/9/9/s_920009 "And it will be said in that day: 'Behold, this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He will save us. This is the LORD; we have waited for Him; we will be glad and rejoice in His salvation.'"Isaiah 25:9, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.PSALM 118 Jesus is Lord of our lives Jesus is Lord of our heartorg/nkjv/isa/25/9/s_704009 "He was wounded for our transgressions (sins against God), He was bruised for our iniquities (immorality, deception, selfishness, arrogance, sin); The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."Isaiah 53:5, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/5/s_732005 "I, the LORD, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings."Jeremiah 17:10, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/17/10/s_762010 "The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth. He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him; He also will hear their cry and save them. The LORD preserves all who love Him, but all the wicked He will destroy."Psalm 145:18–20, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/145/18-20/s_ 623018 Jesus is Lord of our futureVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Mar 26, 2023John 2:1-12 – Redemption: The Man, The Plan, The Power of God
John 2:1-12 – Redemption: The Man, The Plan, The Power of GodJohn 2:1-12 - Redemption. With exquisite detail, God’s plan of salvation was planned before the creation of the universe. This sermon dives into the marvelous details of God’s plan and looks intently at understanding the humanity of Jesus. With awe we discover that Jesus' first miracle at a wedding in Cana has far greater doctrinal significance than one could ever imagine. This first, seemingly innocuous miracle of Jesus, reveals significant doctrinal truths that must be explored and understood. If you thought this story was only about Jesus turning water into wine, you have missed the forest through the trees. Pastor Dave's sermon from John 2:1-12, Redemption, looks at the profound details of God’s plan of salvation that will strengthen your faith and fill your heart with even greater reverence for Jesus.John 2 - REDEMPTION: The Man, The Plan, The Power of God - Easter Series Slide 2023The beginning of SIGNS? WHY NOW?Jesus had to achieve His role as our HUMAN KINSMAN before He could purchase our salvation (on the cross)
15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in our time of need.Hebrews 4:15–16 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/4/15-16/s_1137015JESUS CHOSE TO MANIFEST HIS DIVINE POWER AS MESSIAH at a wedding in Cana. What did Jesus turn into wine? WATER FOR CEREMONIAL CLEANSING The purpose of all religious ceremony is now FULFILLED IN JESUS1 For since the law has but a shadow of the good things to come, instead of the true form of these realities, it can never… make perfect those who draw near…Hebrews 10:1 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/heb/10/1/s_11430014 For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and goats could take away sins. 5 Therefore, when He (Jesus) came into the world, He said: “Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but a body You have prepared for Me. 6 In burnt offerings and sacrifices for sin You had no pleasure. 7 Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come, in the volume of the book it is written of Me, to do Your will, O God.’”Hebrews 10:4–7, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/10/4-7/s_1143004ONLY JESUS BLOOD CAN CLEANSE OUR SIN - no amount of religious ceremony can do that JESUS REVEALED HIS DIVINE POWER ONLY TO THE SERVANTSLIFE IN JESUS IS FAR SUPERIOR TO ANYTHING ELSEVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Mar 5, 2023Genesis 31:22-55 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 2)
Genesis 31:22-55 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 2)Genesis 31:22-55, Jacob's Conflict (Part 2), When it comes to building meaningful relationships, the rewards of obeying God’s Word are profound. On the flip side, the pain and dysfunction sin brings into relationships is downright brutal. Many people, like Jacob, hate conflict in relationships and they avoid it at all cost. On the surface, avoiding conflict sounds great! But the results are destructive and painful for all. This sermon from Genesis 31:22-55, Jacob's Conflict (Part 2), will equip you with wise, powerful Biblical instruction so that you can have healthy conflict resolution skills that will help you build meaningful relationships for life.PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR is so dysfunctionalPassive aggressive behavior is CONCEALED AGGRESSIONPASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR eventually produces an ATOMIC-EXPLOSION
Passive Aggressive Behavior DEGENERATES OUR INTEGRITY
Passive Aggressive Behavior INCREASES FUTURE HARDSHIPS
Jesus said: there are two paths in life: BROAD & EASY, NARROW & DIFFICULT
“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it." Matthew 7:13–14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/7/13-14/s_936013 COCKROACHES LOVE DARKNESS, GOD’S PEOPLE LOVE LIGHT
"And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds are evil. For everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed. But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen, that they have been done in God."John 3:19–21, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/jhn/3/19-21/s_1000019 In confronting others, we are often TOO SELF-RIGHTEOUS to see truth
The most important part of conflict resolution? DEMONSTRATING YOU UNDERSTAND THE OTHER PERSON’S PARADIGM
The way we love others REFLECTS HOW WE TREAT GOD
"If someone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen?"MIZPAH: a covenant meal of judgment and harsh consequencesCOMMUNION: a covenant meal of Jesus’ sacrificial love, mercy, grace, and divine forgivenessVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 26, 2023Genesis 31:1-21 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 1)
Genesis 31:1-21 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 1)Genesis 31:1-21 - Jacob's Conflict (Part 1), it is evident that the result of passive aggressive behavior leads to relational dysfunction. Laban's family becomes jealous of Jacob's wealth and this causes friction. Jacob sees this and takes advantage of getting out of town while Laban is away shearing the sheep. Like Jacob, do you avoid conflict? Are you or someone you love blind to their character flaws? Listen to a message filled with hope and encouragement as Pastor Dave unpacks the keys to working through selfishness in order to lead a life of selflessness. Tune in right now and allow Genesis 31:1-21 - Jacob's Conflict, to convict your heart and build your life!JEALOUSY CAUSES FRICTION WHEN SIN MUTES HEARING - GOD MAY SPEAK AGAIN IN PAIN JACOB IS BLIND to his own CHARACTER FLAWS SELF-CENTEREDNESS DESTROYS RELATIONSHIPS SELFLESSNESS BUILDS BEAUTIFUL RELATIONSHIPS"There is one who makes himself rich, yet has nothing; and one who makes himself poor, yet has great riches."Proverbs 13:7, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR is so dysfunctional Passive aggressive behavior is CONCEALED AGGRESSION
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How to deal with passive-aggressive behavior1) DO NOT ENABLE 2) DO NOT MIRROR with passive aggressive behavior 3) Counter with OPEN COMMUNICATION4) RESPOND TO THEIR EMOTIONSPASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR eventually produces an ATOMIC-EXPLOSIONVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 19, 2023Genesis 30:25-43 – The Illusion of Control
Genesis 30:25-43 – The Illusion of ControlIn Genesis 30:25-43 - The Illusion of Control, Jacob tries to earn God's blessing through his own strength and wit. Like Jacob, why do we try to earn God's favor? If you've been trapped in a performance based relationship with God don't miss a powerful message from Pastor David Menard. Come discover it is God's delight to save and bless you! Genesis 30-31 - The Illusion of Control, invites you to lay down your burden of trying to earn God’s blessings and instead calls you to freely receive His love for you.WHY DID GOD BLESS JACOB ABUNDANTLY?• God promised Abraham• God was defending Jacob'(And the LORD said to Jacob) “I am the LORD, God of Abraham your father, and the God of Isaac; the land on which you lie I will give to you and your descendants. Also your descendants shall be as the dust of the earth; you shall spread abroad to the west and the east, to the north and the south; and in you and in your seed all the families of the earth shall be blessed. Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done what I have spoken to you.'”Genesis 28:13–15, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/28/13-15/s_2801311
"Then the Angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, ‘Jacob.’ And I said, ‘Here I am.’ And He said, ‘Lift your eyes now and see, all the rams which leap on the flocks are streaked, speckled, and gray-spotted; for I have seen all that Laban is doing to you."Genesis 31:11–12, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/31/11-12/s_31011JACOB IS STILL TRYING TO EARN GOD’S BLESSINGSWhy are we prone to try to earn God’s favor? 1) Unbelief that God is so kind / caring 2) We want to be in controlGOD’S LOVE FOR US IS UNCAUSED BY US"To the churches of Galatia: Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father."Galatians 1:3-4, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/1/3-4/s_1092003We cannot earn God’s blessings, but we can receive them freely in JesusJEALOUSY CAUSES FRICTION – Geneses 31WHEN GREED MUTES HEARING - GOD MAY SPEAK AGAIN IN PAINVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 12, 2023Genesis 29:30-30:24 – Sovereignty in the Chaos
Genesis 29:30-30:24 – Sovereignty in the ChaosGenesis 29:30-30:24 - God reveals His Sovereignty in the Chaos. Jacob's sinful life is producing more sin, and the result is incredible family dysfunction. Don't let cultural norms determine what is right for your family! Listen to an eye-opening message from Pastor Dave Menard as he unpacks the importance of male leadership in the home and how our love in Jesus is not earned, but given. Even in the mess, Genesis 29:30-30:24 peels open the Scriptures to display God's Sovereignty in the Chaos.Poor male leadership causes major family dysfunctionTo stand strong in faith GOD’S WORD must be in our heart"And Leah said, 'Good fortune has come! so she called his name Gad."Genesis 30:11, ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/gen/30/11/s_30011"Leah named him Gad, for she said, 'How fortunate I am!'"Genesis 30:11, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/gen/30/11/s_30011
RACHEL CONCEIVESGREED KEPT JACOB OUT OF THE PROMISE LANDTHE TWELVE TRIBES OF ISRAEL – GENESIS 35:15"He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."Isaiah 53:3–5, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/3-5/s_732003"The LORD said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.” The LORD shall send the rod of Your strength out of Zion. Rule in the midst of Your enemies!"Psalm 110:1–2, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/1-2/s_588001The Gospel of Jesus Christ revealed in the 12 tribes of IsraelSTAND FIRM IN JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 5, 2023Genesis 29:1-30 – Jacob in the Mirror
Genesis 29:1-30 – Jacob in the MirrorIn Genesis 29 - Jacob in the Mirror, we learn that without Godly character we turn God's blessings into a mess! Jacob, the son of Isaac, falls in love with Rachel and in spite of his seven years of labor is swindled in the final moment of betrothal. Jacob, the deceiver, comes face to face with his own character deficiencies as God teaches him that the currency of God's Kingdom is selflessness. We often serve out of compulsion and selfishness, but as you listen to Pastor Dave's powerful message from Genesis 29 - Jacob in the Mirror, you will learn the value and power of serving others in love!GOD SOVEREIGNLY PROVIDES ALL WE NEED AND MOREWHEN THE MOTIVE IS LOVE SERVING OTHERS IS A JOY"As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends."John 15:9–13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/15/9-13/s_1012009
JACOB LEARNS HOW IT FEELS TO BE TREATED LIKE HE TREATS OTHERS"With the merciful, You will show Yourself merciful. With a blameless man, You will show Yourself blameless. With the pure, You will show Yourself pure. And with the devious, You will show Yourself shrewd. For You will save the humble people, but will bring down haughty looks." Psalm 18:25–27 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/18/25-27/s_496025WITHOUT GODLY CHARACTER WE TURN GOD’S BLESSINGS INTO A GIANT MESS"Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; By knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches."Proverbs 24:3-4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/24/3-4/s_652003GODLY CHARACTER ENABLES US TO USE GOD’S GIFTS UNTO ABUNDANT LIFEVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 29, 2023Genesis 28:10-22 – Jacob, God Builds a Man
Genesis 28:10-22 – Jacob, God Builds a ManGenesis 28:10-22 - Jacob, God Builds a Man, shows us the lengths God goes through to build His leaders. Despite Jacob’s God-fearing family, a relationship with God was not automatic. In this sermon we see how God reaches out individually to Jacob through a dream to establish a personal relationship with him. Jacob envisions a ladder coming down from heaven in his dream, where angels are going up and down the ladder. God personally comforts Jacob as He recounts the covenant promise he gave to Abraham and Isaac. In Genesis 28:10-22 - Jacob, God Builds a Man, we see how patient God is with Jacob as he still does not fully understand God plan for his life. The same is true for us today. Our salvation does not occur by being raised in the church, attending youth group, knowing Bible stories, or having parents or a spouse with great faith. We are saved through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Jacob is Tired and Weary
God Speaks To The Humble and BrokenBut He gives more grace. Therefore He says: "GOD RESISTS THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE; Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.
James 4:6-10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/4/6-10/s_1150006
I Will Not Leave You Until I Have Done
What I Have Spoken To YouWe Cannot Come To God
On Our Own Ability
God Must Provide The WayWe Cannot Come To God
On Our Own Ability
God Must Provide The Way
God Did… His Name Is JesusJesus answered and said to him, "Because I said to you, 'I saw you under the fig tree,' do you believe? You will see greater things than these." And He said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, hereafter you shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man."
John 1:50-51, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/50-51/s_998050Jacob Knows Little About
The God He Believes In"But will God indeed dwell on the earth? Behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain You. How much less this temple which I have built!
1 Kings 8:27, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1ki/8/27/s_299027Jacob Knows Little About
The God He Believes InBut God Will Build Him Into
A Substantial Man of FaithGod Can Give Us So Much More When We
Pray What God Wants Not What We WantI will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. Do not be like the horse or like the mule, Which have no understanding, Which must be harnessed with bit and bridle, Else they will not come near you.
Psalm 32:8-9, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/32/8-9/s_510008Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
- Jan 22, 2023Genesis 27:34-28:9 – The Danger of Vain Religion
Genesis 27:34-28:9 – The Danger of Vain ReligionGenesis 27:34-28:9 - The Danger of Vain Religion. The Bible says, “God owns the cattle on a thousand hills.” Yet Esau, like many today, desired to receive God's blessings without ever seeking to know God. What does God do when we come seeking His rich blessings but are not actually seeking Him? To find out, enjoy this powerful message from Pastor David Menard, in Genesis 27 that reveals the heart of God, and The Danger of Vain Religion.ESAU MOURNS HIS LOSS OF GOD’S BLESSINGS BUT HAS NO DESIRE TO KNOW GOD"Watch out for the Esau syndrome: trading away God’s lifelong gift in order to satisfy a short-term appetite. You well know how Esau later regretted that impulsive act and wanted God’s blessing - but by then it was too late, tears or no tears."Hebrews 12:16–17, (The Message) https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2012%3A16-17&version=MSGWHAT DO YOU WANT FROM GOD?
"I, the LORD, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings.""I, GOD, search the heart and examine the mind. I get to the heart of the human. I get to the root of things. I treat them as they really are, not as they pretend to be.""The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.""O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Your praise. For You do not desire sacrifice, or else I would give it. You do not delight in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, a broken and a contrite heart. These, O God, You will not despise." Psalm 51:15-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/51/15-17/s_529015"Jesus answered them and said, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, you seek Me, not because you saw the signs, but because you ate of the loaves and were filled.'” John 6:26, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/6/26/s_1003026ESAU HATES HIS BROTHER"He who says he is in the light, and hates his brother, is in darkness until now. He who loves his brother abides in the light, and there is no cause for stumbling in him. But he who hates his brother is in darkness and walks in darkness, and does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes."1 John 2:9-11, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/2/9-11/s_1161009VENGEANCE belongs to the Lord"‘You shall not hate your brother in your heart. You shall surely rebuke your neighbor, and not bear sin because of him. You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the LORD.'"Leviticus 19:17–18, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/lev/19/17-18/s_109017BAD THINGS WILL HAPPEN TO US BUT BAD THINGS DO NOT DEFINE US - OUR RESPONSE IS WHAT DEFINES USMatthew 5:38Rebekah’s sinful deception caused her needless hardshipVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 15, 2023Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual Imposters
Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual ImpostersGenesis 27:1-33 - Spiritual Imposters, teaches us about the detrimental effect of man’s lack of spiritual leadership in his family. Isaac had ignored God’s instruction to him about which one of his sons he was to pass on the family’s spiritual blessings. Esau was Isaac’s favorite son, a manly man, but he was not the son God had chosen. Isaac’s sin of not following God’s instruction promotes dysfunction in his family. His wife Rebekah and son Jacob fall into the trap of becoming spiritual Imposters as they try to receive the spiritual blessing through their own craftiness and deception. Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual Imposters, show us an example of what lengths we, like Jacob will go to, pretending to be someone we are not.REAL CHARACTER is who we are when no one else is watching"Oh LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off. You comprehend my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, O LORD, You know it altogether." Psalm 139:1-4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/139/1-4/s_617001Isaac QUIT LEADING HIS FAMILY in his old ageMen, your familyNEEDS YOUR LEADERSHIPIf a man fails to leadHIS OWN WALK WITH GOD IS ADVERSELY AFFECTEDGod may not remove temptation butHE ALWAYS GIVES US A WAY OUT"No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man. But God is faithful, He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation (God) will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it."1 Corinthians 10:13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/10/13/s_1072013THE MORE WE SIN THE MORE WE SIN
Jacob attempts to gain a SPIRITUAL BLESSING by pretending to be someone he’s notBEING AN IMPOSTER IS TOXIC TO OUR SOULRIGHTEOUSNESS can only be received as A GIFT FROM JESUSFor all (of us) have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God set forth as a propitiation by His blood, through faith, to demonstrate His righteousness.Romans 3:23-25, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/23-25/s_1049023"Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? Of works? No, but by the law of faith. Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith apart from the deeds of the law."Romans 3:27-28, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/27-28/s_1049027"Abraham was, humanly speaking, the founder of our Jewish nation. What did he discover about being made right with God? If his good deeds had made him acceptable to God, he would have had something to boast about. But that was not God’s way. For the Scriptures tell us, “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.”Romans 4:1-3, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/4/1-3/s_1050001Jacob schemed to earn THE SPIRITUAL BLESSING GOD HAD FREELY GIVEN HIMVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 8, 2023Genesis 26:1-14 – How God Leads
Genesis 26:1-14 – How God LeadsGenesis 26:1-14 - How God Leads. How we react to problems and trials reveals a lot about who we are. Isaac was faced with a difficult event in his life. He had the choice to obey God's voice or to try and deal with the issue in his own way. Like Isaac, we are prone to search for a quick fix or rely on our own abilities when facing trials and hardship. Listen to an insightful message from Pastor David Menard and learn the truth in Genesis 26:1-14 about How God Leads you through trying circumstances."Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose hope is the LORD. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes; but its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, nor will cease from yielding fruit."Jeremiah 17:7-8, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/17/7-8/s_762007'Thus says the LORD: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart departs from the LORD. For he shall be like a shrub in the desert, and shall not see when good comes, but shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, in a salt land which is not inhabited.”'Jeremiah 17:5-6, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/17/5-6/s_762005A common discourse of how God leads us: 1) AN EVENT2) HUMAN RESPONSE3) DIVINE ACTION 4) GOD’S COMMAND5) PROMISES / REWARDS6) OUR ETHOS
God often speaks in a small, still voiceDO NOT DISMISS GOD WHEN HE SPEAKS God speaks, but He does not force us"For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creation, eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God." Romans 8:18–19, KJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/rom/8/18-19/s_1054018Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Dec 24, 2022Luke 1-2 – The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal
Luke 1-2 – The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom EternalLuke 1-2 - The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal. Christmas is more than a baby in a manger; Jesus came to save us from our sins! Do you ever find it hard to believe in God because He's not like us? Listen to a powerful Christmas Eve message by Pastor Dave and be astonished by the humility of Jesus the King! Luke 1-2, The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal will encourage you that God sent His Son to meet you right where you are this Christmas season.From the beginning of time God revealed through the prophets The Messiah would come to Redeem us. God promised the Messiah would: 1) Save us from our sins 2) Be merciful to us 3) Fulfil the Abrahamic Covenant 4) Present us before God as Holy & Righteous THE HISTORICAL ACCURACY OF THE BIBLE IS UNPARALLELED
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The prophet Micah wrote: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from of old, from everlasting.”Micah 5:2, (NKJV)https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mic/5/2/s_898002
The Humility of God is AstonishingJESUS STOOPS LOW TO MEET US WHERE WE ARE. HE WANTS YOU TO COME TO HIM AS YOU ARE.The Apostle John records Jesus saying: "For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me. This is the will of the Father who sent Me, that of all He has given Me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up at the last day. And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life. John 6:38–40, (NKJV)https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/6/38-40/s_1003038Glory to God in the Highest?Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Dec 18, 2022John 1:1-18 – The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal
John 1:1-18 – The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom EternalJohn 1:1-18 - The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal. John's Gospel introduces you to a powerful understanding of who Jesus is and what He has done in order to give you an abundant life! Do you know what it means to be 'born again?' The answer to this question may be different than you think! Listen to Pastor Dave teach John 1:1-18, which explores The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal."For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, to order it and establish it with judgment and justice, from that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this."Isaiah 9:6–7, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/9/6-7/s_688006For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given.Repent means turn to JesusJohn Reveals who Jesus is: 1) Jesus is Eternal (v1-2) 2) Jesus is Creator of all (v3)3) Jesus is the Source of Life (v4-5)"For by Him (Jesus) all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist (are held together)."Colossians 1:16–17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/col/1/16-17/s_1108016BIOS (Biological life)ZOE (Absolute fullness of life)
"(Jesus) I have come that they may have LIFE, and that they may have it more abundantly."John 10:10, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/10/10/s_1007010"He (Jesus) said to them, 'Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s LIFE does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.'"Luke 12:15, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/12/15/s_985015OUR BIOS (FLESH) CANNOT COMPREHEND THE THINGS OF GOD"Jesus answered and said to him, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.' Nicodemus said to Him, 'How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?' Jesus answered, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Do not marvel that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’"John 3:3–7, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/3/3-7/s_1000003"'I and My Father are one.' Then the Jews took up stones again to stone Him."John 10:30–31, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/10/30-31/s_1007030"Jesus said to them, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.' Then they took up stones to throw at Him."John 8:58–59, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/58-59/s_1005058Our BIOS (flesh) cannot comprehend the things of God THIS IS WHY WE MUST BE BORN AGAINJESUS MADE THE WORLD YET THE WORLD DID NOT KNOW HIMMERRY CHRISTMAS We’ll see you Christmas Eve!Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Dec 11, 2022Matthew 1-2 – The Omnipotent King And His Kingdom Eternal
Matthew 1-2 – The Omnipotent King And His Kingdom EternalMatthew 1-2, The Omnipotent King And His Kingdom Eternal, the birth of Jesus is the beginning of the greatest event in human history. 2000 years later multitudes across the world still celebrate His birth. But what are we celebrating? The Bible reveals that this event was the birth of the final King of the earth. Yet for most, Jesus is not seen as King, and His Kingdom remains an enigma. This message in Matthew 1-2, examines The Omnipotent King and His Kingdom Eternal.WISE MEN FROM THE EAST"And in the days of these kings the God of heaven will set up a Kingdom which shall never be destroyed. The Kingdom shall not be left to other people; it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand forever."Daniel 2:44, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/dan/2/44/s_852044
"I was watching in the night visions, and behold, One like the Son of Man, coming with the clouds of heaven! He came to the Ancient of Days, and they brought Him near before Him. Then to Him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and His kingdom the one which shall not be destroyed."Daniel 7:13–14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/dan/7/13-14/s_857013KING HEROD was troubled Messiah THE FINAL KING WHO RULES THE EARTH"But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from of old, from everlasting."Micah 5:2, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mic/5/2/s_898002Jesus’ Kingdom is SELFLESSFor we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:15–16, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/4/15-16/s_1137015Jesus’ Kingdom is NONCOMPULSORYIs Jesus YOUR KING?Jesus’ Kingdom is OMNIPOTENTVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 20, 2022Genesis 25 – A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit
Genesis 25 – A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS SpiritGenesis 25 - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit, God reveals, through the birth of Jacob and Esau, amazing insights into the ongoing struggle of our fleshly, carnal desires that fight against the godly desires of the Spirit. We see that many people today are completely controlled by their bodily appetites (food, drink, greed, lust, sex, pride, etc.). However, contrary to popular opinion, our lives are not to be controlled by the desires of our sinful flesh. God commands us to be responsible in our actions. If you've ever struggled with wanting to do what is right but felt puled by your flesh in the wrong direction this study is for you. As Abraham comes to the end of his life, the Covenant God made with him is passed on to Isaac. Isaac and Rebekah have twin sons, Jacob and Esau. This chronic battle is revealed in the lives of Jacob and Esau in many ways, even from conception the two boys wrestle in the womb. Listen to this teaching from Pastor David Menard to find victory in the battle of the flesh vs. the Spirit. Genesis 25 - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit.Abraham Puts His Affairs in Order God's Covenant Is With IsaacAbraham's Life Comes To An EndWhere Will You Go When You Die?Therefore He says: "WHEN HE ASCENDED ON HIGH, HE LED CAPTIVITY CAPTIVE, AND GAVE GIFTS TO MEN." (Now this, "HE ASCENDED"—what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.)Ephesians 4:8-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/8-10/s_1101008
A Slow, Strange Way For God To Build The Promise Nation of IsraelThen he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.Zachariah 4:6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/zec/4/6/s_915006The Problem Jesus Faced with the Jews - Misdirected FaithJacob and Esau - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh vs SpiritFor the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.Galatians 5:17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/gal/5/17/s_1096017By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going. By faith he dwelt in the land of promise as in a foreign country, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise; for he waited for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God. By faith Sarah herself also received strength to conceive seed, and she bore a child when she was past the age, because she judged Him faithful who had promised. Therefore from one man, and him as good as dead, were born as many as the stars of the sky in multitude—innumerable as the sand which is by the seashore.Hebrews 11:8-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/heb/11/8-12/s_1144008Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 13, 2022Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 2)
Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 2)Genesis 24 - A Bride for the King (Part 2) shows God's pursuing love for you, evident in the romantic story of Isaac and Rebekah. As Abraham's servant continues his mission to bring a bride back for Isaac, God reveals the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. If you've ever wondered what it means to be Spirit-led and how to discern between counterfeit holy spirits and the real deal, listen to Sunday's message by Pastor David Menard. Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King (Part 2), will lead you to a practical understanding of the Holy Spirit's design to lead you to Jesus."As the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so shall your God rejoice over you."Isaiah 62:5 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/62/5/s_741005"I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; For He has clothed me with the garments of salvation, He has covered me with the robe of righteousness, (just) as a bridegroom decks himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels."Isaiah 61:10 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/61/10/s_740010The typology is astounding JESUS’ GOSPEL PROPHESIED IN A STORY!The solitary goal of the Holy Spirit is to LEAD US TO JESUSThe Promise of the Holy Spirit"But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me."John 15:26 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/15/26/s_1012026
"When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me (Jesus), for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you."John 16:13-14 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/16/13-14/s_1013013"These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you."John 14:25-26 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/25-26/s_1011025"I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them."Ezekiel 36:27 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/36/27/s_838027We must not let anything HINDER US FROM COMING TO JESUSThe Holy Spirit will not force you A CHOICE MUST BE MADE TO FOLLOW JESUS"We then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For He says: “In an acceptable time I have heard you, and in the day of salvation I have helped you.” Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation."2 Corinthians 6:1-2 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/6/1-2/s_1084001Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 6, 2022Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 1)
Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 1)In Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King (Part 1), Abraham is aged, and as he faithfully seeks a wife for his son Isaac, God's Word reveals a prophetic and powerful story pointing to God's redeeming love for you. The pursuit of a bride for Isaac parallels God's pursuit of you by His Holy Spirit in order to bring you to Jesus. If you have ever felt like God is angry with you, indifferent towards you, or doesn't want you as His child, nothing could be further from the truth according to God's Word. Don't miss an encouraging message from Pastor David in Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King, and walk in the assurance of God's love and pursuit of you.LOOK AT THE MAN GOD BUILT! Abram’s faith in God had grown deepOUR FAITH MUST REST UPON THE WORD OF GODA 500 mile journey to find a brideEliezer LEARNED ABOUT GOD FROM HIS BOSSKINDNESS & GENEROSITY shine brightly to allThe typology is astounding: JESUS’ GOSPEL PROPHESIED IN A STORY!"Jesus answered and spoke to them again by parables and said: 'The kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who arranged a marriage for his son, and sent out his servants to call those who were invited to the wedding.'"Matthew 22:1-3, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/22/1-3/s_951001The Holy Spirit is SINGLE MINDED TO BRING YOU TO JESUS
A picture of the Holy Spirit GIVING SPIRITUAL GIFTS to the church"God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another. Do you have the gift of speaking? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Do you have the gift of helping others? Do it with all the strength and energy that God supplies. Then everything you do will bring glory to God through Jesus Christ. All glory and power to Him forever and ever! Amen."1 Peter 4:10-11, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1pe/4/10-11/s_1155010The real Holy Spirit DRAWS ALL ATTENTION TO JESUS never to Himself"When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me (Jesus), for He will take of what is Mine (Jesus) and declare it to you."John 16:13-14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/16/13-14/s_1013013"These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you."John 14:25-26, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/25-26/s_1011025Do not let your sinful flesh HINDER YOU from coming to JesusThe Holy Spirit will not force you A CHOICE MUST BE MADE TO FOLLOW JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 25, 2022Genesis 22 – The Father’s Anguish
Genesis 22 – The Father’s AnguishIn Genesis 22:1-14 - The Father's Anguish, why would God ask Abraham to sacrifice his only son whom he loves? Walking a mile in someone's shoes or seeing from a different perspective can transform our way of thinking and understanding! Don't miss a powerful message from Pastor David pointing to the immeasurable depths of God's love for you and the hope found in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Genesis 22:1-14 - The Father's Anguish reveals God's provision not only for Abraham, but for a world in need of a living sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins."He (Jesus) is despised and rejected by men. ...and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows. Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded (profaned, defiled) for our transgressions, He was bruised (crushed) for our iniquities. The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."Isaiah 53:3-5, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/3-5/s_732003"I am poured out like water, and all My bones are out of joint. My heart is like wax; it has melted within Me. My strength is dried up like a potsherd, and My tongue clings to My jaws. ...They pierced My hands and My feet; I can count all My bones. They look and stare at Me."Psalms 22:14-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/22/14-17/s_500014TAKE NOW YOUR SON, YOUR ONLY SON, WHOM YOU LOVE
"When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting upon Him. And suddenly a voice came from heaven, saying, 'This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.'"Matthew 3:16-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/3/16-17/s_932016Burnt Offering"There shall not be found among you anyone who burns his son or his daughter as an offering, anyone who practices divination or tells fortunes or interprets omens, or a sorcerer or a charmer or a medium or a wizard or a necromancer, for whoever does these things is an abomination to the LORD."Deuteronomy 18:10-12, ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/deu/18/10-12/s_171010TRUE WORSHIP IS SUBMITTING OUR WILL TO THE WILL OF GOD"By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, 'In Isaac your seed shall be called,' concluding that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead, from which he also received him in a figurative sense."Hebrews 11:17-19, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/17-19/s_1144017MORIAH: TO SEE YHWHVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 16, 2022Genesis 21:22-34 – Tools for Great Relationships
Genesis 21:22-34 – Tools for Great RelationshipsGenesis 21:24-34 - Tools for Great Relationships - Have you ever messed up so bad and thought God would never again use you for His glory? Abraham is a terrible witness and lies to King Abimelech, but God reveals deep relational wisdom through a profound restoration of these two men! Listen to Pastor Dave's message and grow in how to resolve conflict and clearly communicate in your marriage, family, work relationships and friendships. In Genesis 21:24-34 - Tools for Great Relationships, God's Word makes it clear that even in your faults and failures He can still use you to lead others to Jesus through great relationships now and in your future!You can have a significant failure and still be a powerful witness for GodGet Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful to me for ministry.2 Timothy 4:11 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/4/11/s_1129011In relationships BE PROACTIVE NOT REACTIVEAnd the Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath, if you heed the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them.Deuteronomy 28:13 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/28/13/s_181013
'Surely I have taught you statutes and judgments, just as the Lord my God commanded me, that you should act according to them in the land which you go to possess. Therefore be careful to observe them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples who will hear all these statutes, and say, 'Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.' "For what great nation is there that has God so near to it, as the Lord our God is to us, for whatever reason we may call upon Him?"Deuteronomy 4:5-7 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/4/5-7/s_157005The wise woman builds her house, but the foolish pulls it down with her own hands.Proverbs 14:1 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/14/1/s_642001In relationships wait for THE RIGHT TIME TO ADDRESS A PROBLEMAVOIDING CONFLICT only increases tomorrow’s painThe lazy man says, "There is a lion in the road! A fierce lion is in the streets!"Proverbs 26:13 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/26/13/s_654013Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways and be wise! Which, having no captain, overseer, or ruler, provides her supplies in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest. How long will you slumber, O sluggard? When will you rise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep, so shall your poverty come on you like a prowler, and your need like an armed man.Proverbs 6:6-11 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/6/6-11/s_634006In relationships GIVE GENEROUSLY and go the extra mile to COMMUNICATE CLEARLYABRAM WORSHIPS THE EVERLASTING GODProper worship of God PROVIDES A LEGACY TO OTHERSLET YOUR FAMILY HEAR & SEE YOU: 1) Read your Bible 2) Pray 3) Bathe in Jesus’ grace 4) Worship God wholeheartedlyVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 9, 2022Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of God
Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of GodGenesis 21:1-14 - The Faithfulness of God, Abraham and Sarah waited 25 years into their old age to have a child and for God to fulfill His promise. Despite Sarah being menopausal and Abraham being 100 years old, God's promise comes true and Isaac is born! Like Abraham, many Christians experience extensive periods of waiting on the Lord that result in doubt, fear and even an attempt to take matters into your own hands. Genesis 21:1-14 - The Faithfulness of God, Pastor David's message reveals the certainty of God's promises not by your own effort, but instead by faith.Take comfort in the faithfulness of GodThis is a faithful saying: For if we died with Him, we shall also live with Him. If we endure (hardship / trials), we shall also reign with Him. If we deny Him, He also will deny us. If we are faithless, He remains faithful (to judge us), He cannot deny Himself.2 Timothy 2:11-13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/2/11-13/s_1127011Ishmael & Isaac - THE BATTLE Between the Flesh and the Spirit“I am God, and there is none like Me, declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things that are not yet done, saying, 'My counsel shall stand, and I will do all My pleasure.'”Isaiah 46:9-10, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/46/9-10/s_725009THE FATHER DELIGHTS IN OUR GROWTH
For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.Hebrews 5:12-14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/5/12-14/s_1138012GOD’S PROMISES CAN ONLY BE RECEIVED BY FAITHTHEY CANNOT BE EARNED BY HUMAN EFFORTFor it is written that Abraham had two sons: the one by a bondwoman, the other by a freewoman. But he who was of the bondwoman was born according to the flesh, and he of the freewoman (was born) through (God’s) promise, which things are symbolic.Galatians 4:22-23, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/4/22-23/s_1095022But, as he who was born according to the flesh then persecuted him who was born according to the Spirit, even so it is now. Nevertheless what does the Scripture say? "Cast out the bondwoman and her son, for the son of the bondwoman shall not be heir with the son of the freewoman." So then, brethren, we are not children of the bondwoman but of the free. Galatians 4:29-31, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/4/29-31/s_1095029Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 2, 2022Genesis 20 – The Sin We Struggle With
Genesis 20 – The Sin We Struggle WithGenesis 20, The Sin We Struggle With. After 25 years of walking with God, why does Abraham still lie about his wife, in a vain attempt to save himself? Furthermore, this lie was a repeated sin in his life. Like Abram, many Christians today frequently struggle with certain sins. This sermon takes an honest look at why God’s people experience victory in some areas of life, but ongoing temptation and struggle with certain sins they wish they could rid themselves of. In Genesis 20, The Sin We Struggle With, Pastor David's message reveals profound insights that will give you victory over the perennial battle against the sin you struggle with.
- Sep 18, 2022Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted Christian
Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted ChristianGenesis 18:16-19:22 - The Half-Hearted ChristianGenesis 18:16-19:22, The Half-Hearted Christian is about the story of Lot and Sodom & Gomorrah, revealing the dangers of knowing about God, but not walking with Him in obedience to His Word. In a society tolerant of pervasive sin, do you stand for truth or do you approve of sin to give the appearance of 'loving' everyone? The Half-Hearted Christian caves to societal pressure, but those under the Lordship of Jesus display God's heart in every circumstance. Listen to Sunday's message from Genesis 18 and 19 on Sodom and Gomorrah and be equipped in how to live in obedience to God in all areas of your life, instead of being The Half-Hearted Christian consumed with fear and foolishness in a culture trying to cancel God's truth.The person who walks with God QUICKLY OBEYS GODGOD REVEALS HIS HEART to those who walk with Him The person who walks with God PRAYERFULLY INTERCEDES for those lost in sin BLINDNESSHe (God) makes nations great, and He destroys them; He enlarges nations, and guides them. 24 He takes away the understanding of the chiefs of the people of the earth, and makes them wander in a pathless wilderness. 25 They grope in the dark without light, and He makes them stagger like a drunken man.Job 12:23-25 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/job/12/23-25/s_448023
Lot is a horrible father!The half-hearted believer HAS NO INFLUENCEThe half-hearted believer WANTS TO KNOW HOW MUCH THEY CAN SIN AND STILL BE SAVEDAbundant life is found living in THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILLVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 11, 2022Genesis 17:23 -18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with God
Genesis 17:23 -18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with GodGenesis 17:23 - 18:21 - What it Looks Like to Walk with God. Abraham reveals what it looks like to walk with God, not just for a single moment, but in everyday life. Do God's directions ever seem hard to follow and His ways difficult to understand? Welcome to the team! Listen to Sunday's message and learn what the Bible teaches about the importance of consistent and immediate obedience to the Lord's authority in relationship to building men and women of influence and wisdom. If you're struggling to follow Jesus on a daily basis, don't miss an amazing sermon from Genesis 17:23 - 18:21 - What it Looks Like to Walk with God.Abraham instantly OBEYS GODDELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCE"How long, oh you sons of men, will you turn My glory to shame? How long
will you love worthlessness and seek falsehood? Selah. But know that the
Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly, the Lord will hear when they
call to Him."Psalm 4:2-3 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/4/2-3/s_482002DELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCE
"Moses and Aaron came to Pharaoh and said to him, 'Thus says the Lord
God of the Hebrews: 'How long will you refuse to humble yourself before
Me?’'"Exodus 10:3 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/exo/10/3/s_60003DELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCEAbraham has POWERFUL INFLUENCEMake God your absolute authority and you will be WISE / INFLUENTIALGod wants Abraham to know THE HEART OF GODThe Man who walks with God PRAYERFULLY INTERCEDES for those lost in sinVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 4, 2022Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3)
Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3)Genesis 17:1-22 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3) is about God as He affirms His everlasting covenant with Abraham after 13 years of silence. Abraham was 99 years old when God confirms that he will have a son named Isaac and all that God promised will come true. God even provides a unique sign of the covenant, which symbolizes death to the flesh and life in the coming Messiah! If you've ever felt like God has been silent in your life or that His promises seem far away, listen to today's message in Genesis 17:1-22 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3), and be encouraged that, like Abraham, we all walk by faith and not by sight!The CONTENTS of the Abrahamic COVENANT 1) A PERMANENT HOMELAND (Israel) 2) A GREAT NATION / PEOPLE (Jews) 3) PERSONAL BLESSING AND GREATNESS (Abram / Jews) 4) DIVINE PROTECTION (Against Anti-Semitism) 5) DIVINE BLESSING UPON ALL NATIONS (Jesus) The Abrahamic Covenant is an UNCONDITIONAL COVENANT WALK BEFORE ME AND BE BLAMELESS God Reaffirms HIS COVENANT with Abraham
God Reaffirms the Pillars of His Covenant:1. God provides. Abram receives. 2. The Entire Land of Canaan (Israel) 3. An Everlasting Covenant CIRCUMCISION - an Outward Sign of the Covenant We all walk with God BY FAITH God is making Abram into SOMETHING SIGNIFICANTEvery good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. 18 Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures.James 1:17-18 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/1/17-18/s_1147017God wants you to KNOW HIM MOREVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 31, 2022Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters
Genesis 16 – When Faith FaltersIn Genesis 16 - When Faith Falters, Abram and Sarai allow their emotions to drive their decisions instead of God's Word. Their marriage and life suffer as a result. The compounding effects of sin can lead to significant dysfunction in marriage and relationships. It all began with a male spiritual leadership as Abram chose the easier path and capitulated on the truth of God's Word. Listen to Genesis 16 -When Faith Falters and experience how this message relates perfectly to the common problems we are facing as a culture today.Genesis 16 - When Faith FaltersABRAM & SARAI’S FAITH FALTERED THE COMPOUNDING EFFECTS OF SIN‘Jesus answered them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin.”’John 8:34 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/34/s_1005034
COMMON DYSFUNCTIONS IN MARRIAGE:- Emotional Decision Making
- The Blame Game
- Lack of Male Spiritual Leadership
“The husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.”Ephesians 5:23-25 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/23-25/s_1102023Why Abram abdicated his role as spiritual leader to Sarai: 1) It Was the Easier Path2) It Appealed to His Fleshly Desires 3) He Compromised the Integrity of God’s WordA. W. Tozer said, “A whole new generation of Christians has come up believing that it is possible to ‘accept’ Christ without forsaking the world.” The Angel of the Lord God Knows You. God Cares About You. Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 24, 2022Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)
Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)Genesis 15 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2) reveals the mercy and unconditional love of God for His people. Like Abraham, many of us battle with fears and worries about our current circumstances or our future. God reminds Abraham of the promises in His Word and Abraham responds by waiting on the Lord. Waiting on God is not easy when we are stressed and afraid, but in Genesis 15 - Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2), the Good News of Jesus provides comfort and assurance now and in the future, for ages to come! The Abrahamic Covenant - Part II, Genesis 15 Contents of the Abrahamic Covenant
- A Permanent Homeland (Israel)
- A Great Nation / People (Jews)
- Personal Blessing and Greatness (Abram / Jews)
- Divine Protection
- Divine Blessing Upon All Nations (Jesus)
BATTLING FEAR – GOD REMINDS ABRAM OF THE PROMISES IN HIS WORDNow to Abraham and his Seed were the promises made. He does not say, "And to seeds," as of many, but as of one, "And to your Seed," who is Christ. Galatians 3:16, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/3/16/s_1094016 Abram Believed in the LORD, and God Accounted it to Him for Righteousness. God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds. Hebrews 1:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/1-2/s_1134001 SUZERAIN TREATY – COMMON AMONG KINGS. ABRAM WAITS ON THE LORD GOD PROPHESIED 400 YEARS OF JEWISH SLAVERY IN EGYPT - BEFORE ISRAEL WAS EVER A NATION. NOTICE THE MERCY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT GOD GOD’S COVENANT WITH ISRAEL IS 100% UNCONDITIONAL "O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the one who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing! See! Your house is left to you desolate; for I say to you, you shall see Me no more until you say, 'Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!'" Matthew 23:37-39, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/23/37-39/s_952037 “Did all this Really Happen?” I say then, have they (Israel) stumbled that they should fall (permanently)? Certainly not! But through their fall, to provoke them to jealousy, salvation has come to the Gentiles. Now if their fall is riches for the world, and their failure riches for the Gentiles, how much more their fullness!![Genesis 15 - The Abrahamic Covenant [Part 2]](https://www.themissionchurch.net/hp_wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Genesis-15-The-Abrahamic-Covenant-Part-2-mp3-image-300x300.jpg)
Romans 11:11-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/11/11-12/s_1057011Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 17, 2022Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness
Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of RighteousnessGenesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness shows us that this king who seems to come out of nowhere is really a precursor to Jesus. Abram has just rescued his nephew Lot along with all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah. The King of Sodom and Melchizedek the King of Salem want to meet with Abram and they both offer something to him. Genesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness reveals that Abram has finally found freedom in walking in God’s ways by how he responds to both kings. Genesis 14 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness Abram Would Not Allow Anything From Sodom and Gomorrah to Come into His Life / Home Abram Sanctifies Himself to GodThe Apostle Paul wrote: “Don't you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living.” Romans 6:16, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/6/16/s_1052016
In the book of Psalms is says: “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalms 16:11, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/psa/16/11/s_494011Melchizedek: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGH Jewish Law Forbids a Man from Being King and PriestMoses wrote this passage: “It shall be, when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write for himself a copy of this law in a book, from the one before the priests, the Levites. And it shall be with him, and he shall read it all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God and be careful to observe all the words of this law and these statutes, that his heart may not be lifted above his brethren, that he may not turn aside from the commandment to the right hand or to the left, and that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.” Deuteronomy 17:18-20, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/17/18-20/s_170018‘The LORD (YHWH) said to my Lord (??), “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.”’ Psalm 110:1, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/1/s_588001‘The LORD (YHWH) has sworn and will not relent, "You (??) are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.”’ Psalm 110:4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/4/s_588004In the book of Hebrews is says: “...the forerunner has entered (heaven) for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, to whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all, first being translated ‘king of righteousness,’ and then also king of Salem, meaning ‘king of peace,’ without father, without mother, without genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but made like the Son of God, remains a priest continually.” Hebrews 6:20-7:3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/6/20-7/s_1139020‘“Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” Then the Jews said to Him, "You are not yet fifty years old, and have You seen Abraham?" Jesus said to them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM." Then they took up stones to throw at Him.’ John 8:56-59, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/56-59/s_1005056The Levitical Priesthood Was a Weak and Unprofitable Religious SystemIn the book of Hebrews is says: “a different Priest, like Melchizedek, has appeared. 16 Jesus became a Priest, not by meeting the physical requirement of belonging to the tribe of Levi, but by the power of a life that cannot be destroyed. 17 And the psalmist pointed this out when he prophesied, "You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek." 18 Yes, the old requirement about the priesthood was set aside because it was weak and useless. 19 For the law never made anything perfect. But now we have confidence in a better hope, through which we draw near to God. 20 This new system was established with a solemn oath. Aaron's descendants became priests without such an oath, 21 but there was an oath regarding Jesus. For God said to him, "The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow: 'You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.’” “ Hebrews 7:15-21, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/7/15-21/s_1140015Jesus is the Priest Who Can / Does Make Us PerfectJesus: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGHVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
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