God uses the hardships of our lives to strengthen our faith and make us fit disciples in the building of his kingdom on earth. There they came upon a set of doors that kept opening and closing. As the scripture says, For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. (Lamentations 3:33) At the same time, God does allow us to suffer. Pray to God. What do these verses say about the Holy Spirit? That love of Jesus moves us to produce fruits which serve our Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body. The stronger the power source, the better the tool works. The word filled means to be directed and controlled. THE TITLE OF MY MESSAGE IS CONNECTED TO THE SOURCE, WHEN THE ISRAELITES GOT CONNECTED TO THE GREAT I AM. 18 I WILL NOT LEAVE YOU COMFORTLESS: I WILL COME TO YOU. WebWhen you stay connected to Godclosely united with your heavenly Fatherall the power of heaven is at your disposal. Thankful the power of God downgraded that hurricane and saved lives. Or, you are all about your education or career. We are just branches. I could smell it in my memory. xoxo. When we're connected to the True Vine, there will be certain spiritual fruit in our lives love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Change). Rush to pick up the kids and get dinner. The Bible describes your life before Christ as being dead in your sins. All you have to do is spend a few quiet moments focusing upon the Presence of God, mentally going over, if not saying out loud, whatevers on your mind and heart, then listening for the still, small voice of God speaking to you. I dont know much about horticulture, but from what I understand, pruning the branches makes the plant healthier and more productive. As always, if you need a partner to agree with you in prayer, please call our prayer ministers at 1-817-852-6000 or submit a prayer request. Church is NOT Something You do, it's a Family to Connect With. When we are filled with the power of the Holy Ghost, there are things we must do to stay connected to God: fast, pray, and read the Word. All Rights Reserved. Scriptures: Just as our relationship with God is totally dependent on what God has done through Jesus Christ, so the power to live a dynamic Christian life also comes totally from God. When travelings not too busy, I update you on what is going on in my life and ministry too. You are the branches. Many believers have mistaken the Holy Spirits power for an emotional feeling or euphoria. Women's Combo - Water in the Desert & Soul H2O, The Most Powerful Way To Deal With Self-Criticism. 11 I INDEED BAPTIZE YOU WITH WATER UNTO REPENTANCE: BUT HE THAT COMETH AFTER ME IS MIGHTIER THAN I, WHOSE SHOES I AM NOT WORTHY TO BEAR: HE SHALL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY GHOST, AND WITH FIRE: 47 AND THAT REPENTANCE AND REMISSION OF SINS SHOULD BE PREACHED IN HIS NAME AMONG ALL NATIONS, BEGINNING AT JERUSALEM. He has made the world He will judge the peoples with Let the heavens rejoice and let the earth be glad. Faithlife Sermons is now Logos Sermons. and they are not connected to Christ, the head of the body. To put it differently, just having your name on the roll isnt enough. They just let the vine work through them to produce fruit. Thats just empty religion, and Jesus didnt give Himself for religion. Before it was over, I had two mountains of limbs piled up on the curb. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit. and hope doesnt disappoint us, Start with prayer, then spend a few minutes reading the Bible. The answer is found in Him. Similarly, through your new identity in Christ, you have all the potential you need to live as a new creation in Christ. Your email address will not be published. Connect with Jesus Consistently & Continually. Living by the Spirit is a choice. He is the link by which we are able to stay connected to God and each other. Christianity is Christ! I thought I knew something about grief and loss before Donnas death, but, until I experienced myself, I really didnt know the first thing at all. When I was a child, I learned the secret of opening the Bible to the middle and finding the Book of Psalms. Illustration: Think about this for a moment. Continue putting truth in your mind through memorizing Bible verses that are relevant to what you are learning. WebTake time to stay connected to the power source. To abide is to continue, to stay, to remain. Sometimes you have to say, no to some good things in order to say, yes to the best things. As they watched, they noticed this older woman, gray-haired and humped over, stepping into the open doors, which quickly closed behind her. You can be confident of Gods love for you and His desire to bless you. The idea is staying connected to Jesus. We can get too scheduled to spend time in prayer, but the reality is, lifes too hard to live disconnected from God. The Word of God will not We need Jesus. Read Acts 1:8. Others choose to ignore the Spirits work in their lives and follow their own desires instead. This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth. Ministry is hard, and in any organization (including the church) there are going to people and events that hurt us, but in many of the instances that I have helped people work through the church (or organization) isnt the problem. Those things changed, though, when we got married. Unfortunately, it was just an elevator. We must never stop breathing spiritually. I can prune trees, but I dont like to, because I know that once I whack off a limb thats growing, it wont be long before itll wither and die. What is promised? And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself. Biblical Commentary If we went without food for as often as we went without reading Relating to other Christians can also keep you from going off on a tangent and chasing after half-cocked notions and beliefs. Maybe you can relate to one of these: You get up, scramble to get out of the house. When Priscilla and I were dating we spent a lot of time together, but ultimately a time would come when I would go home. Thanks ashlee for the encouraging words. When Jesus left the earth after his resurrection, he told his disciples to wait for the promise he would send them from his Father. The vinedresser prunes the branches to make them strong and productive. See why more than 377,000 Christians have joined with usand how you can, too! We arrived at 1am and opened the door to an overwhelming stench. Fighting in Sudan has continued for nearly two weeks since it began on April 15, when violence broke out between the country's army and a paramilitary group called <> Thats abiding. Fostering a sense of connectedness. And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. I am the vine, and you are the branches. Pa thought he had found an amazing machine that possessed the power of personal transformation. Today I would like to share with you a verse coming from a sermon that was preached this past week. Sorry for the smell, unless it helps you remember So in times of adversity our greatest resource is each other, and the power of God. Jesus is the vine. Live in fragments no longer. Im going to deal with some things directly today because this is too big of an opportunity to miss. In the words of the old gospel hymn, he is the tie that binds our hearts together in Christian love. The For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. Jesus compared not staying connected to Him to a branch that has become disconnected to the vine. He is always with us, but we arent always aware of that because we get caught up in and distracted by everything going on in our lives. Our sin separates us from God and the good things of God. Jesus said, I am the vine; you are the branches. He is the power source, we are the ones His power flows through. For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. (Psalms 91:1-2, 10-11). ~Sherry THE GOSPEL MESSAGE IS THAT WE CAN RECONNECT A CLOSE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD THAT WAS LOST IN THE GARDEN THOSE MANY YEARS AGO. A final issue that Ill mention is that we are just in too big of a hurry. Former Vice President Mike Pence appeared Thursday before a federal grand jury investigating former President Trumps efforts to remain in power after the 2020 election, a source familiar with the matter confirmed to The Hill.. His testimony is a major development in special counsel Jack Smiths investigation into Trumps conduct around THURSDAYHeart Encouragement ThursdayCrystal Storms, Chasing CommunityBarbara Bradford Ottinger Life will be a continual battle between the desire to do things your wayor Christs way. Some of us, though, would rather settle for a poor imitation of Jesus. What a sobering thought that thats us apart from relationship with Him. He who remains in me, and I in him, Want to sit down, relax and quench your spiritual thirst? You drove out the nations, and planted it. Thank you so much for praying for my husband. Someone has to take care of things around the house, get the kids to activities, and pay the bills. The key to staying connect to Jesus is that the attitude behind our actions is about drawing us closer to Him. The point behind these activities is to help us grow closer to Jesus as individuals. We desperately need to directly connect with Him. Some of us, though, would rather settle for a poor imitation of Jesus. But, looking back, I can tell you, it made me a better person. THE SAME ROLE THAT JESUS PLAYED IN THE PHYSICAL HE WILL ALSO PLAY IN THE SPIRIT AS THE. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. All the Pieces of a Building have to be connected and fit together for the Building to Stand. Shelby had been gone from the trailer for two weeks and everything she left in the fridge had rotted. Dont go it alone. The lure of lifes pleasures and old habits will tug at you. Pray for the needs of others. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty There's nothing like a KCM event. Real change must deal with the reality of sin and the effects of that sin upon our lives. Start with prayer, then read a few verses of the Bible, then spend some time in the company of other Christians. The problem is the way we live our lives. The Holy Spirit is a greater power than your old nature. Jesus was coming to her house. Some are unaware of the treasure of the Holy Spirit living inside them. We have essentially become a product of ev, To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. <>>> Begin working on this weeks verse Galatians 5:22-23. If you need to learn more about prayer, check out Kenneth Copelands series on prayer in Believers Academy. Our past cannot be undone. There is no life without her. KCM's purpose is to mature believers worldwide in the use of their faith. There is no going home, unless I take her with me. xo, Valerie, Our vision is to see believers experiencing the fullness of THE BLESSING which includes divine healing, supernatural prosperity, the God kind of love and more; operating skillfully in God's Word; and well-trained to discern good and evil. Stop dating Jesus. It's in the book of John chapter 15 verse 5 and it says, I am the vine; you are the branches. Amen. What is declared about you now in Ephesians 2:5? Oh the smell. THIS IS HOW WE RE-CONNECT TO THE GREAT I AM, AND WILL SEND US THE COMFORTER TO ABIDE WITH US. Take the kids to school. (Galatians 5:22-23). Meat in the freezer was rancid. The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. As long as you live on earth, you will not only have the Holy Spirit living inside you, but you will also have your own flesh still with you and its desire for self-gratification. We need to know what to do when the inevitable occurs. Read 2 Corinthians 5:17. I am the vine. The joy of salvation comes from knowing Gods presence, trusting that your sins are forgiven and having the assurance that in every situation and circumstance, God is with you, you are not alone. )c 5[ax`;wq cW~rDem zy)ooV#Fh5:8Y`7,*Lzd_PUP _@mnO[ma i&+l`yDf&Fft!A^V#I7]',??-D.2rUjR(~$nci'-T LG~V9( ml,oolb2n'. It feels like Brandon and todd and ashly and I are the only ones with faith in the miracle of God and we know that Abriana knows that it is happening but she is surrounded by negativity and lifeless ness and being treated like therer is no hope. We have a desire to change but oftentimes the power to carry through just isnt there. This translation says, Remain in me, others put it, Abide in me. The idea is staying connected to Jesus. Finally, I suggested that he take the matter before the congregation, that Id give him time from the pulpit to make his case. Post in the Comment Section below and bolster the faith of someone else! Spend some time in the company of other Christians, and, finally, do a good deed each day for someone less fortunate. NEXT LESSON: Graceful Beginnings, Lesson 4. I didnt get this posted in time for Administrative Assistants day, but let me tell you about this girl. Happy birthday, Liv! And, as he thought about how various members of the church would react, he had to admit that he was wrong. The old doesnt want to go and the new always seems to be just beyond our reach. ~Sherry <> xoxo, Great object lesson, Sherry. Yes, a very vivid word picture you tell. He was believed in throughout the world She was doing all the work and everyone else was hanging out with Jesus. Once weve committed it, we cannot un-commit it. Think about that for a moment. Draw from the strength of others. and my Father is the farmer.. What Happens to a Body Part that's Disconnected? Here are three ways you can stay connected to God every day all the time. Refuse to allow the things of the worldmaterial possessions, career position, sinful pursuits, ungodly relationships or social standingto eat away at your time with God. Get His Word into your heart so deeply that no one elses opinion is important. Continue to focus on the life of Jesus as told in the gospel of Mark. I dont know of anyone who cant relate to that. Work your life around Him. THE COMFORTER, THE (PARACLETOS) THE HOLY GHOST. IN HIS IS ALL THE FULLNESS OF THE GODHEAD BODILY, HE IS THE ONE WHO WAS AND IS AND IS TO COME. Days go by much easier when we spend time in personal daily devotions. 38 THEN PETER SAID UNTO THEM, REPENT, AND BE BAPTIZED EVERY ONE OF YOU IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST FOR THE REMISSION OF SINS, AND YE SHALL RECEIVE THE GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST. 5. And that's the kind of connection we all want. Almost 5 years later some of those people still have not fully come back to serving, and others are now showing the signs of burn out. We must get our lives plugged into the Power Source. Just ask the people whose homes were destroyed by tornadoes a couple of weeks ago up in the Midwest. John 15:4-5 NIV. As we trust Jesus Christ, Gods Spirit will produce his character within us and empower us to be his witnesses. The power to change must possess the power to remove the old and bring in the new. Prayer doesnt have to be long and complex; it can be as simple as a brief morning chat with a friend. You dont need a new job, church, or spouse. WEDNESDAYCoffee For Your HeartHolley Gerth,Word Nerd WednesdaysLiz Giertz God uses the hardships of life to strengthen our faith and make us better disciples of Jesus Christ. It took the city a dump truck, a mechanical loader and a crew of four men to haul it all away. You are being transformed into Jesus likeness: Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Galatians 5:22-23. Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? WebSermon: Stay Connected To The Power SourceScripture: John 15:1-10Brought to us by our very own Rev. Last summer I borrowed a chain saw from Dean Akin and went to work pruning the trees around the house. We need something to help us through this process. Your own hormones and desires will crave to be filled. Any day of the year, we're here for you! What will the Spirit do for you? On our own we will run out of steam and ultimately become useless. With him, you can do anything and everything through Christ who gives you strength through the Spirit. But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Christ was revealed in a human body All things, the scripture says the painful, as well as the pleasant. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. AS THE BRANCH CANNOT BEAR FRUIT OF ITSELF, EXCEPT IT ABIDE IN THE VINE; NO MORE CAN YE, EXCEPT YE ABIDE IN ME. Its like having a jogging partner to prod you on days when you dont feel like running. Martha found that out the hard way. FatherIm overwhelmed with the thought that God who created the universe wants to stay involved with me. Spend time with Him and spend time doing what He made you for. Your favorite preaching resources have a brand-new look. The text begins, I am the true vine, You must by faith yield to the Holy Spirit to control your liferecognizing your tendencies to be self-centered and then desire for Christs life to grow in you and overcome those selfish tendencies. Could be a small child or family member with health problems. All this is to say, when Jesus said, I am the true vine, his listeners would have known exactly what he was talking about. When you lose power, a UPS prevents damage to your valuable equipment. Reflect on what you read, Read: Mark 5:1-20. 2. unless it remains in the vine, Things go foul and the days just get all messed up. This becomes even more difficult when it comes to personal change. Through partnership we maximize our impact for the Kingdom. Prayer binds us to God. Choosing to listen to the Spirit and follow his leading will always be the right choice! Ive had some foul-smelling days because I wasnt connected (or maybe I was loosely connected) to my Source. This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link, I will earn a small commission but it wont cost you a penny more). Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. He is the true vine, the source of our covenant relationship with God. When you incorporate these steps into your life, staying connected to God is delightfully simple. When You are part of a church, your first responsibility is to LOVE the others. Take time to stay connected to the power source. This is reminiscent of that creepy Microsoft patent from 2020 that was, in essence, about using humans as a power source to mine digital currency (Cryptocurrency System Using Body Activity Data, patent number WO/2020/060606). Hes given us that privilege but far too few of us take advantage of it. Click here for more information. So hold on, here we go. Logon Tuesday mornings to be spiritually refreshed with my #SoulH2O Devotions. Power Outage: The Importance of Staying Connected. Back at home you give your best to take care of everything, but it never seems to be enough. Hymn Lists. Only connect the prose and the passion, and both will be exalted, and human love will be seen at its height. Living for Christ is different. The Wisdom of the Holy Spirit MP3 Package. If you're connected with God, those fruit will characterize your life. ~Sherry Now we live together. Hurry to work. Or maybe you spend your whole day taking care of someone else. Gods promise is to never leave or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). Love the imagery, Sherry, and the prayer reminder. E!UF`Q##v[[l& Im sure some of you are thinking, I read my Bible, I pray, I come to church, what am I missing?. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a0e0c706923cb0218911a9008ee27994" );document.getElementById("hc7e84e542").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Sarah, To produce fruit in you and through you. Hours before the lives of these disciples would be turned upside down, Jesus warned them that being disconnected from Him would lead to ruin. FRIDAYDance With Jesus LinkupSusan B. Mead,Grace and Truth LinkupArabah Joy,Counting My Blessings Deb Wolf,Fresh Market FridayCrystal TwaddellELLENS PICKSEllen Graf-Martin, VIVID image! 21 AND THE LORD WENT BEFORE THEM BY DAY IN A PILLAR OF A CLOUD, TO LEAD THEM THE WAY; AND BY NIGHT IN A PILLAR OF FIRE, TO GIVE THEM LIGHT; TO GO BY DAY AND NIGHT: 22 HE TOOK NOT AWAY THE PILLAR OF THE CLOUD BY DAY, NOR THE PILLAR OF FIRE BY NIGHT, FROM BEFORE THE PEOPLE. You are the branches. He is the source of our life; apart from him, we wither and die. Ill remember forever the foul odors it emitted. Once were cut off from the wellspring of Gods Spirit, we begin to wither and die. 2. You will never be alone! The Only Connection that will Last Forever is with the Lord and the Body of Christ. In much the same way, the church today bears the name of Jesus Christ; the question is, how well do we know him as Lord and Savior? HE IS TEACHING AND EXPLAINING THAT THOUGH HE MAY BE SOON GONE IN THE FLESH THAT HE WILL RETURN TO ABIDE WITH THEM. When he tried to convince me, we got into a big argument. Chomping at the bits, perhaps, to move out on your own? Click & Download for free. During His ministry we are given pictures of Jesus doing this. that cuts and breaks with tenderest touch, By holding fast to the disciplines of prayer, study, fellowship and service, were assured of a strong connection to the Body of Christ and an everlasting place in the kingdom of God. In 2017 I won The Word Guilds Article Inspirational Devotional Award for one of my #soulh2o posts. (LogOut/ Its one of the best ways to stay connected to the Body of Christ because, as often as not, Christ reveals himself to us in the form of the poor and the stranger, so that when we reach out to those in need, especially those who cant return the favor, we reach out to Christ. Spend a few minutes each day reading the verses and reflecting on Jesushis life, his relationships, and his teaching. Complete Forgiveness A. My wife, Donna, died in 1997. The point behind these activities is to help us grow closer to Jesus as individuals. So glad it caused that reaction Praying it helps you stay connected to the vine. Read Galatians 5:16. So, the cure is to stay connected to Him. A thousand times, yes. To give you life. Prayer enables us to be in communion with God. THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL HAD A VISUAL MANIFESTATION OF THE ABIDING PRESENCE OF GOD, AS LONG AS THEY STAYED IN THE CAMP THE THEY DIDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT BEING AMBUSHED BY THE ENEMY BECAUSE THE CLOUD CLOAKED THEIR POSITION. And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. Tell Him your concerns. I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress no evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling. God wants us to stay joyful and have victory in the midst of everyday life because the world needs to see His power working through believers like you and me. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! We all only have some much time to work with. The focus of the branch is just to stay connected to the vine. Remain in me, as I also remain in you. 19 YET A LITTLE WHILE, AND THE WORLD SEETH ME NO MORE; BUT YE SEE ME: BECAUSE I LIVE, YE SHALL LIVE ALSO. The EcoFlow River 2 is a portable power station with a 500-watt capacity that is ideal for camping and outdoor activities as well as emergency preparedness. Trust that he now directs and empowers you as you obey. The Word of God will not benefit us unless we tap into its POWER. Also, I have now committed myself to her for the rest of my life. The Holy Spirit enables us to obey God in his strength rather than our own. When you stay connected to Godclosely united with your heavenly Fatherall the power of heaven is at your disposal. We had that happen to a bag of fresh cut potatoes for fries at my parents race track. I no longer desire to follow my sinful thoughts and actions. Kenneth Copeland Ministries' mission is to minister the Word of Faith, by teaching believers who they are in Christ Jesus; taking them from the milk of the Word to the meat, and from religion to reality. You know you were in my prayers. 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Find and read the verses listed beside each truth. WebIts a word we all need to hear: Whether you change jobs, move to a new location, retire, experience the death of a loved one, enter a new chapter of your life, stay connected. Gods Spirit produces the character of Christ in you. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. He is the vine (the source of power and strength) we are the branches (the conduit that His power flows through). Gj*s&{0~]y\i8a[qX'yQZ,A9lF(DMtk[OlN6g|@=t/kom1[8WGc=!F6oQ*g%CHTy1=GqmM0T_)I1j;Z/?$[di63jp A-IhVZH${>j[e!{^|$d>5Mmf9a]JZ i_n$y?FvGsr1rV=04{Rm-@@*S2tR\g2[k}%S$3VAF-{/:jB-~(Yteb`u3ooW2[MdU {@5,]GjFm%)\[JXc8`U >&DQ4Af/Gw|F"BmAMAm( Reclaim your calendar. Our flagship daily broadcast, Believer's Voice of Victory, reaches more than 885 million viewers each day and features Kenneth and Gloria Copeland and their guests, who teach foundational principles for faith and whole-life prosperity. Web2 Corinthians 13:11 - Finally, brethren, farewell. knowing that suffering works perseverance; What do I do about calling a priest father at my Catholic University? You give up weekends, you sacrifice sleep, and youve forgotten the meaning of the word vacation. In the sermon this morning, Id like for us to look more closely at this passage to see how it speaks to us today, and then Id like to suggest four disciplines to help us stay connected to the Body of Christ throughout the changing seasons of our lives.
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