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Acts 1:1-17 NIV 1) In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2) until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3) After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. 4) On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about.5) For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” 6) Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7) He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority.8) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” 9) After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. 10) They were looking intently up into the sky as he was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. 11) “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” 12) Then the apostles returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. 13) When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew; James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. 14) They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.15) In those days Peter stood up among the believers (a group numbering about a hundred and twenty) 16) and said, “Brothers and sisters, the Scripture had to be fulfilled in which the Holy Spirit spoke long ago through David concerning Judas, who served as guide for those who arrested Jesus. 17) He was one of our number and shared in our ministry.” TAKEAWAYS The sequel to Luke is: “About Jesus”(v1) I. Incarnation (“until taken back”), v1 II. The Cross (v3) III. Resurrection proofs (v3) IV. Appearances (v3) V. Ascension (v2) VI. Wait for Power (v4-5) VII. The Expansive Mission (v8) VIII. Second coming (v11) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Message: Believe the unstoppable message of Jesus. 2. Mission: Receive His power for His unstoppable Mission. 3. Meeting: Be united in His unstoppable church.…

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Easter Sunday: The Prayers of Jesus 31:14

9 days ago31:14

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Luke 24:1-12 1) On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2) They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3) but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4) While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. 5) In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? 6) He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: 7) ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’” 8) Then they remembered his words. 9) When they came back from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and to all the others. 10) It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the others with them who told this to the apostles. 11) But they did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense. 12) Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened. TAKEAWAYS Resurrection — Realization – Resurrection is the bit that God does. – Realization is a gift, but also something that will take hold of my faith.…

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Palm Sunday: The Prayers of Jesus 38:32

16 days ago38:32

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Luke 22:31-32 NIV 31) “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat.32) But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” TAKEAWAYS When was the last time we prayed that we would overcome a temptation? -Deliver us from evil. -Deliver us from temptation. -Deliver us from the hour of trial. -Grant us strength to pray even when we don’t feel like it. -Help us to see Jesus. -Help us to praise and thank God more. -Help us to focus on Jesus this Easter time.…

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Praying On The End Times: The Prayers of Jesus 35:45

23 days ago35:45

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Luke 21:5-12,14-36 NIV 5) Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6) “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.” 7) “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?” 8) He replied: “Watch out that you are not deceived. For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am he,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them.9) When you hear of wars and uprisings, do not be frightened. These things must happen first, but the end will not come right away.” 10) Then he said to them: “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom.11) There will be great earthquakes, famines and pestilences in various places, and fearful events and great signs from heaven. 12) “But before all this, they will seize you and persecute you. They will hand you over to synagogues and put you in prison, and you will be brought before kings and governors, and all on account of my name. 14) But make up your mind not to worry beforehand how you will defend yourselves.15) For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.16) You will be betrayed even by parents, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends, and they will put some of you to death.17) Everyone will hate you because of me.18) But not a hair of your head will perish.19) Stand firm, and you will win life. 20) “When you see Jerusalem being surrounded by armies, you will know that its desolation is near.21)Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country not enter the city.22) For this is the time of punishment in fulfillment of all that has been written.23) How dreadful it will be in those days for pregnant women and nursing mothers! There will be great distress in the land and wrath against this people.24) They will fall by the sword and will be taken as prisoners to all the nations. Jerusalem will be trampled on by the Gentiles until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. 25) “There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea.26) People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken.27) At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.28) When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” 29) He told them this parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees.30) When they sprout leaves, you can see for yourselves and know that summer is near.31) Even so, when you see these things happening, you know that the kingdom of God is near. 32) “Truly I tell you, this generation will certainly not pass away until all these things have happened.33) Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. 34) “Be careful, or your hearts will be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness and the anxieties of life, and that day will close on you suddenly like a trap.35) For it will come on all those who live on the face of the whole earth.36) Be always on the watch, and pray that you may be able to escape all that is about to happen, and that you may be able to stand before the Son of Man.” TAKEAWAYS 1. Pray with a sense of urgency and don’t be deceived or fear (v 8-9) 2. Believe that some things must happen, and pray nonetheless (v 9b 3. Pray that all believers stand firm with clear witness ( V 13-19) 4. Pray for the pregnant and new mothers (v 23) 5. Pray for Jerusalem and the unfolding of events (v 24) 6. Pray for holy living…

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Pray & Don't Give Up: The Prayers of Jesus 34:44

30 days ago34:44

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Luke 18:1-8 NIV 1) Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. 2) He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people thought.3) And there was a widow in that town who kept coming to him with the plea, ‘Grant me justice against my adversary.’ 4) “For some time he refused. But finally he said to himself, ‘Even though I don’t fear God or care what people think,5) yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will see that she gets justice, so that she won’t eventually come and attack me!’ ” 6) And the Lord said, “Listen to what the unjust judge says.7) And will not God bring about justice for his chosen ones, who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off?8) I tell you, he will see that they get justice, and quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on the earth?” When We Pray God Can Say: – No – Slow – Grow – Go The Three Characters in Today’s Reading: 1. A Judge who denies justice 2. A persistent widow 3. There is a God who answers prayer…

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Jesus Is Better | Guest Speaker: Shane Pruitt 32:36

5 weeks ago32:36

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Matthew 13:44-46 44) “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. 45) “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls.46) When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.…

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Peace: It Is Well 32:31

6 weeks ago32:31

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Mark 4: 35-41 35) That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.”36) Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37) A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38) Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?” 39) He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!”Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. 40) He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” 41) They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!” TAKEAWAYS 1. Peace is experienced in the sovereign will of God 2. Peace is a strategic action 3. Peace & faith are intimately connected…

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All Is Well: It Is Well 34:32

7 weeks ago34:32

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Philippians 4:4-13 NIV 4) Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5) Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7) And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8) Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9) Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 10) I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11) I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12) I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13) I can do all this through him who gives me strength. TAKEAWAYS 1. Rejoice – Always 2. Pray – About anything and every situation 3.Think and live clearly…

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Stressed Out: It Is Well 28:44

8 weeks ago28:44

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Mark 1:32-34NIV 32) That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. 33) The whole town gathered at the door, 34) and Jesus healed many who had various diseases. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was. 35) Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. 36) Simon and his companions went to look for him, 37) and when they found him, they exclaimed: “Everyone is looking for you!” 38) Jesus replied, “Let us go somewhere else—to the nearby villages—so I can preach there also. That is why I have come.”39) So he traveled throughout Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and driving out demons. TAKEAWAYS 1. Under stress, we need time with God. (v35) 2. Under stress, we need to learn the difference between the will of the Father and the demands of people. 3. When under stress, double-check your mission.…

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Weary: It Is Well 28:36

9 weeks ago28:36

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Matthew 11:28-30 NIV 28) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.29) Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.30) For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” TAKEAWAYS Kinds of weariness: 1. Overwork 2. Repetitive strain on body, mind and soul 3. No sabbath 4. Discouragement 5. Feeling trapped 6. An overwhelming to-do list 7. Given up on the to-do list 8. Groundhog Day 9. Emotional intensity…

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Addiction: It Is Well 37:12

10 weeks ago37:12

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1 John 2:15-17 15) Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. 16) For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. 17) The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. TAKEAWAYS An addiction pollutes, body, mind, and spirit, exercises control, dominates the individual and affect other people. When facing severe temptation and temptation in the moment…. 1. Think about the cross 2. See a picture of your spouse or future spouse 3. Say the names of your kids…

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Spiritual Depression: It Is Well 35:32

11 weeks ago35:32

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Psalm 42:1-11 NIV 1) As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. 2) My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3) My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” 4) These things I remember as I pour out my soul: how I used to go to the house of God under the protection of the Mighty One with shouts of joy and praise among the festive throng. 5) Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God. 6) My soul is downcast within me; therefore I will remember you from the land of the Jordan, the heights of Hermon—from Mount Mizar. 7) Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls; all your waves and breakers have swept over me. 8) By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. 9) I say to God my Rock, “Why have you forgotten me? Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy?” 10) My bones suffer mortal agony as my foes taunt me, saying to me all day long, “Where is your God?” 11) Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God. TAKEAWAYS 1. Satisfaction is in God alone 2. There are many sorrows in life 3. God the ultimate solution How Does Our Spiritual Life Wither? I. Sin II. The human body-soul III. Spiritual warfare…

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Anxiety's Remedy: It Is Well 39:31

12 weeks ago39:31

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Psalm 25: 1-22 NIV 1) In you, Lord my God, I put my trust. 2) I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3) No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame, but shame will come on those who are treacherous without cause. 4)Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. 5) Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. 6) Remember, Lord, your great mercy and love, for they are from of old. 7) Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good. 8) Good and upright is the Lord; therefore he instructs sinners in his ways. 9) He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way. 10) All the ways of the Lord are loving and faithful toward those who keep the demands of his covenant. 11) For the sake of your name, Lord, forgive my iniquity, though it is great. 12) Who, then, are those who fear the Lord? He will instruct them in the ways they should choose. 13) They will spend their days in prosperity, and their descendants will inherit the land. 14) The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them. 15) My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare. 16) Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. 17) Relieve the troubles of my heart and free me from my anguish. 18) Look on my affliction and my distress and take away all my sins. 19) See how numerous are my enemies and how fiercely they hate me! 20) Guard my life and rescue me; do not let me be put to shame, for I take refuge in you. 21) May integrity and uprightness protect me, because my hope, Lord, is in you. 22) Deliver Israel, O God, from all their troubles! TAKEAWAYS 1. Trust God and don’t manipulate life (v 1-3) 2. Seek His will 3. Pray for mercy…

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It Is Well | Genesis 26:12-25 33:59

13 weeks ago33:59

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Genesis 26: 12-25 12) Isaac planted crops in that land and the same year reaped a hundredfold, because the Lord blessed him. 13) The man became rich, and his wealth continued to grow until he became very wealthy. 14) He had so many flocks and herds and servants that the Philistines envied him. 15) So all the wells that his father’s servants had dug in the time of his father Abraham, the Philistines stopped up, filling them with earth. 16) Then Abimelek said to Isaac, “Move away from us; you have become too powerful for us.” 17) So Isaac moved away from there and encamped in the Valley of Gerar, where he settled. 18) Isaac reopened the wells that had been dug in the time of his father Abraham, which the Philistines had stopped up after Abraham died, and he gave them the same names his father had given them. 19) Isaac’s servants dug in the valley and discovered a well of fresh water there. 20) But the herders of Gerar quarreled with those of Isaac and said, “The water is ours!” So he named the well Esek, because they disputed with him. 21) Then they dug another well, but they quarreled over that one also; so he named it Sitnah. 22) He moved on from there and dug another well, and no one quarreled over it. He named it Rehoboth, saying, “Now the Lord has given us room and we will flourish in the land.” 23) From there he went up to Beersheba. 24) That night the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am the God of your father Abraham. Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bless you and will increase the number of your descendants for the sake of my servant Abraham.” 25) Isaac built an altar there and called on the name of the Lord. There he pitched his tent, and there his servants dug a well. TAKEAWAYS 1. Courage to keep going 2. Courage to keep working 3. Resurrection is ahead…

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Jumpstart | Proverbs 22:1-9 30:35

14 weeks ago30:35