so neither can you, unless you remain in me. Isaiah says, the vineyard of Yahweh of Armies is the house of Israel. (Isaiah 5:7) In the Book of Jeremiah, the Lord says, Yet I had planted you a noble vine, wholly a right seed. (Jeremiah 2:21) Hosea writes, Israel is a luxuriant vine that puts forth his fruit. (Hosea 10:1) And in the words of the psalmist, You brought a vine out of Egypt. Its difficult to realize when youre in the situation, but some of you are doing exactly what Martha did. Logon Tuesday mornings to be spiritually refreshed with my #SoulH2O Devotions. Stop the madness. ANOTHER BENEFIT - YOU ARE LOVED AND ACCEPTED. Then suddenly, wham! Any day of the year, we're here for you! E!UF`Q##v[[l& It has one responsibility: the responsibility of remaining in union. Ma took off checking out the latest in household goods. Stay Connected. Christ was revealed in a human body Get His Word into your heart so deeply that no one elses opinion is important. Decide to spend daily time remaining in relationship with Christ, so you can live a fruitful life. Start with prayer, then read a few verses of the Bible, then spend some time in the company of other Christians. Bless him. Positive religious reframing can help people transcend stressful times by enabling them to see a tragedy as an opportunity to grow closer to a higher power or to improve their lives, as is the case with Bajwa. FatherIm overwhelmed with the thought that God who created the universe wants to stay involved with me. We need to know what to do when the inevitable occurs. But that shouldnt stop you from finding passages that are clear and self-evident and speak directly to your life. How does this make you feel? 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. You cleared the ground for it. All fall in moments of weakness. Dead branches get in the way, and too many branches sap the strength of the plant. Now, I know there are parts of the Bible that are complex and hard to understand. 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. We say a prayer and read a chapter or two in the Bible just so we can check the box and get on with our day. You know you were in my prayers. Real change must deal with the reality of sin and the effects of that sin upon our lives. 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. The focus of the branch is just to stay connected to the vine. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. And, believe that what you ask will be answered (Matthew 21:22). It opened my eyes and made me more sensitive and compassionate toward those whove had similar experiences. WebSurrender the control of your life to Christ. There is no real, sustaining power within us. Site Map. Thanks for sharing. Right now we could sure use them. We drive ourselves until we run on empty, and then we push harder to fix the problem only to make it worse. We make headway, then seem to stumble right back into our old ways. Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christs body. Sending love! See why more than 377,000 Christians have joined with usand how you can, too! 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 WebConnected to Christ, the love of our Lord flows into our souls filling our faith with its life giving nourishment. 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. Its no secret so often, when kids strike out on their own, they quit going to church. WEDNESDAYCoffee For Your HeartHolley Gerth,Word Nerd WednesdaysLiz Giertz The Spirit-filled life is trusting God to produce in you the fruitful life he promised. I prefer the cordless type, its just easier, that is, as long as the battery has a charge in it. Hope the object lesson sticks in your mind Thanks for stopping by! Pray to God. For apart from me you can do nothing. Chomping at the bits, perhaps, to move out on your own? What else does the Spirit equip you to do? This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember your high school graduation? Once you find the Book of Psalms, youre sure to find some words you can relate to. PDVodb_. Electrical outlets are full of power, but they are just holes in the wall until they are used; they are sources of untapped power. You are freed from sins power: Read Galatians 5:16; Romans 6:11-14. This is a great analogy and one Im too familiar with. Your email address will not be published. No branch can bear fruit by itself; They even did more than we had hoped, for their first action was to give themselves to the Lord and to us, just as God wanted them to do. This is not a theory. This is the gist of what Jesus told his disciples when he said, I am the vine. And so, I encourage you to read the Bible for inspiration and enjoyment. Reflect on what you read, Read: Mark 5:1-20. I dont know much about horticulture, but from what I understand, pruning the branches makes the plant healthier and more productive. Upon entering a huge department store, they could not believe their eyes. 5 I AM THE VINE, YE ARE THE BRANCHES: HE THAT ABIDETH IN ME, AND I IN HIM, THE SAME BRINGETH FORTH MUCH FRUIT: FOR WITHOUT ME YE CAN DO NOTHING. We need something to help us through this process. and announced to the nations. In Jesus NameAmen, [tweetthis]Lifes too hard to live disconnected from God.[/tweetthis]. As Christians, were anything but immune from tragedy and loss. Denomination: So, how do we stay connected? Think about that for a moment. An amazing transformation has begun to take place since you have trusted in Christ as your Savior. The focus of our lives should be staying Change). So, the cure is to stay connected to Him. Write observations of what you see and how you feel about the truth in the space given. You are the branches. In the words of the old gospel hymn, he is the tie that binds our hearts together in Christian love. But, looking back, I can tell you, it made me a better person. The Word of God is FULL of POWER (POWERFUL) Heb 4:12 and is useful for all aspects of our lives, leading to perfection (2 Tim 3:16-17). We can still love each other when we see things differently. If you stay joined to me, and I to you, you will produce plenty of fruit. We arrived at 1am and opened the door to an overwhelming stench. Post in the Comment Section below and bolster the faith of someone else! Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. It can deliver water as long as you need it to because it is continuously and directly connected to its source of power. Once sin gains a foothold in our lives, it becomes difficult to stop committing it. in the spirit not in the letter. (Romans 2:28-29a), I once received an e-mail that read, Going to a church doesnt make you a Christian any more than going to McDonalds makes you a hamburger!. I even caught a hint of the odor for a second Power has been a vital part of many lives in the midst of the storms that have hit our country in recent weeks. That love of Jesus moves us to produce fruits which serve our We have essentially become a product of ev, To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. unless it remains in the vine, WE WERE CREATED FOR CONNECTIONS Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. Here are a few of those notes: - It is essential, vital, of utmost importance, top priority, A #1, to stay connected to your Power Source. If we went without food for as often as we went without reading our Bibles or seeking God, how weak would our flesh get? In the same manner, we HAVE to stay connected daily to God. Christianity is Christ! God uses the hardships of life to strengthen our faith and make us better disciples of Jesus Christ. Thus, we come to understand that the power to transform must be an extremely powerful power! JESUS SAID YOU SHALL RECEIVE POWER AFTER THAT THE HOLY GHOST SHALL COME UPON YOU. God has called us to stand together! Live in fragments no longer. Frozen bananas were a reeking goo. ~Sherry Immigrants also raise demand for goods as well as the supply. My wife, Donna, died in 1997. Though we all would very much like to change, and no doubt have made numerous attempts at change, we learn along the way just how difficult change really is. 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. and perseverance, proven character; I dont know about you, but I dont enjoy pruning trees, though Ive done my share. Today were going to look at how to break that cycle so that we can live with joy, peace, and spiritual abundance. The Jews in Jesus day had the name, but they lacked the spirit. I thought something died in the trailer but it was just the fridge. This translation says, Remain in me, others put it, Abide in me. The idea is staying connected to Jesus. In a few short moments, the same doors opened and out stepped this young, gorgeous blonde. And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. Christ way of staying plugged into the source is that if we inhabit, live in Him, be situated in Him with every moment we live and His words (the bible) dwell in us. WebWhy is being Connected so Important? Continue to focus on the life of Jesus as told in the gospel of Mark. Could be a small child or family member with health problems. Where can we find the power that is able to produce this real and true transformation in our lives today? A faucet, on the other hand, is continually connected to a source of water. When you invited Jesus Christ into your life, he actually entered your lifeand will be with you foreverthrough the Holy Spirit living in you. The answer is found in Him. THE ABIDING PRESENCE OF GOD WAS ALWAYS THEIR TO PROTECT, PROVIDE, AND COVER THEM. It withers and dies and then is of no use. There is no going home, unless I take her with me. Sometimes you have to say, no to some good things in order to say, yes to the best things. Stop dating Jesus. Im laughing (just a little!) You Need the Other Parts of Christ's Body. Pa thought he had found an amazing machine that possessed the power of personal transformation. Oh the smell. This past Sunday my husband preached a sermon entitled "Power Outage." and proven character, hope: He got up early to be alone, He sent the disciples to do other things so that He could be with the Father, He also pulled the disciples away from the busyness of their lives so that they could rest and get refreshed. A thousand times, yes. Not even more religious activity. You can understand Gods Word: John 16:13-15; 1 Corinthians 2:9-12. Be proactive about the things that you schedule and prioritize the things that draw you close to God so that they are prominent and not overlooked because of a hectic schedule. Prayer FatherIm overwhelmed with Thats why we Stop working Him into your life when its convenient. Hes given us that privilege but far too few of us take advantage of it. Yes, a very vivid word picture you tell. )MOB7G;?M2{5X{EO&.qz\Bf/2 A03Sw-i0IIITwYkrxj2PmV@ZFL9Sie}sA@|dOHQOF*ExR %FznLeh861-.HA jFqnD@u?P>qI {aKM[j_Ke3sYw$Ku%8MjIxmW:R+. When Jesus left the earth after his resurrection, he told his disciples to wait for the promise he would A computer has all the potential to do what it was created to do, but it has no power of its own. Gods awesome plan is to transform your life into something beautiful and Christ-like. Block out uninterrupted time with Jesus every day (dont rush it), Make rest and time with your family a priority, Focus the rest of your time on being the man or woman you were created to be. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. Web"Staying Connected to the Source of Power" Sunday Sermon - YouTube New York Beloved Church 5/16/21 Sunday ServicePreacher: Daniel HuhPassage: Judges 16: 15 - 17NYBC Stay Connected to God by Stopping All Compromise Make them part of your life as you grow in Christ. Some people see religion as making them part of something larger than themselves. When we do things in our own power we are like a pitcher. I will make a helper who is just document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty 1997 - 2023 Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. Aka Kenneth Copeland Ministries. In your own power, you cant bring about the complete change necessary for your life. %FUP> BUT TO PREPARE AND STRENGTHEN US TO BE ABLE TO CARRY AN ABUNDANCE OF FRUIT. The idea behind Jesus words, remain in me, is that we would seek to always be in a state of awareness of His presence. Faith is how you received Christ and his Holy Spirit giving you new life. There is no life without her. WebChristians are not perfect. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1993. Its putrid. There's nothing like a KCM event. xoxo. We rush through our lives and fit Jesus in, if we can. Stay Connected to God by Accepting Jesus Love Imagine a celebrity coming to your house for lunch. Fill me with yourself and show me how to live a life that pleases Christ.. So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. Martha found that out the hard way. The Cross And Unjust Suffering (1 Peter 2:19-25). That isnt worship, its not abiding in Him, and it wont draw us closer. Living by the Spirit is a choice. Obviously, the work of the vinedresser is to prune the branches. Read Galatians 5:16. Complete Forgiveness A. 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. What is the choice given? Youre focused on the next bonus or promotion, or you just want everyone to recognize you for being the best. It took deep root, and filled the land. (Psalms 80:8-9). And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. You are being transformed into Jesus likeness: Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Galatians 5:22-23. Without him, living a life that pleases God is impossible. We are so proud of you and excited to see the young woman you are growing into. so it is with Christs body. For over 55 years in ministry, Kenneth and Gloria Copeland share the biblical message of hope and BLESSING globally from the KCM headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. Unfortunately, it was just an elevator. 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. I could smell it in my memory. 4 AND, BEING ASSEMBLED TOGETHER WITH THEM, COMMANDED THEM THAT THEY SHOULD NOT DEPART FROM JERUSALEM, BUT WAIT FOR THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER, WHICH, SAITH HE, YE HAVE HEARD OF ME. Through Him we can do anything, but without Him we can do nothing. Some of you may be listening to this and wondering where the easy yolk, light burden, and abundant life are. This shows us that another aspect of abiding in Jesus is remaining in Jesus. THEY DIDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT STUMBLING IN THE DARK BECAUSE THE PILLAR OF FIRE GAVE THEM LIGHT AND GUIDANCE. Keep staying connected You cannot produce fruit alone. High School graduation is an awesome time, both for the graduating seniors and their parents. THE TITLE OF MY MESSAGE IS CONNECTED TO THE SOURCE, WHEN THE ISRAELITES GOT CONNECTED TO THE GREAT I AM. Things go foul and the days just get all messed up. So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. the same bears much fruit, And as conscious as weve all become about charging phones and devices, we still forget that without Him we can do nothing!, Michele.EXACTLY!!! In my secular job, I depend heavily upon power tools. Jesus said, I am the vine; you are the branches. He is the power source, we are the ones His power flows through. To transform you into the likeness of Christ. Theyre a great example of what happens to Christians when we dont remain in Christ. Start this week off right. How about when easily impatient and snappy? Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. On our own we will run out of steam and ultimately become useless. <> % Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. What we need to remember is that, in the Old Testament, the vine was a common image for the people of Israel. 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. Hurry to work. The old doesnt want to go and the new always seems to be just beyond our reach. The Cross And Our Response to Trials (1 Peter 4:12-19), 8. Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. You are loved, and we are cheering for you as you find your way. To bring your needs to the Father. Our past cannot be undone. Be all in. Used by permission. All the Pieces of a Building have to be connected and fit together for the Building to Stand. We need to realize that the problem lies with us. The fact that its in Gods word and spoken by Jesus should be enough to make it believable to us, but I can also add this Every time that I have felt depleted, burned out, worn down, or otherwise like I had nothing left to give, it has lead to unhappiness, a lack of joy and purpose, and sometimes even depression. Francis Chan says that American Christians have become like the people of Israel. at the description of the spoiled food in your fridge one we can relate to with the odors left from the hurricane here last week. Jesus Spirit living in you has begun this change, and he will continue his work throughout your life (Philippians 1:6). Through partnership we maximize our impact for the Kingdom. Take a good look at your calendar/ schedule. You put every fiber of your being into excelling. Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith: You must stay joined to me. Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. Feel the stability of a deeply rooted community of faith. endobj If the congregation agreed, then Id give him my blessing, as well as my full support; but if not, he needed to reconsider. JESUS THROUGH THE GOSPEL OF JOHN PROCLAIMED TO THE WORLD THAT THE SAME I AM THAT DELIVERED THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL FORM EGYPT IS THE SAME I AM IN THE IN THE FLESH OF JESUS. To give you life. 1. We must get our lives plugged into the Power Source. The Bible describes your life before Christ as being dead in your sins. They loaded up the old truck and rumbled into the swank downtown shopping district. Read: Mark 4:21-41. <> According to Jesus, that kind of prayer power is available to every believer. We rush into church, usually right on time or a little late, do whats expected of us, and then run out the door as quickly as we can in order to get to the next thing. These qualities of Jesus character will grow in your life. Here are 3 principles to help us do that: Bible Intake Solitude, Prayer Journaling, Worship Evangelism, Fasting Giving. Remain in me, and I will remain in you. 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. In Him we can do anything that He calls us to do, but apart from Him we will dry up, run on empty, and cease to be useful or productive on any level. Your kind and compassionate heart is balanced with boldness tenacity. We idolize pastors, teachers, missionaries, and other religious leaders. We need Jesus. We flock to hear them speak to us when what we really need to do is go up the mountain and speak with Jesus directly. My life is so much better when my relationship with Jesus is on track! stream I CANNOT FULFILL GOD'S PURPOSE FOR MY LIFE BY MYSELF. When you think of what God has done for youand how much your God loves youis there any other choice? Meat in the freezer was rancid. and my Father is the farmer.. 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. Its the difference between being a pitcher and a faucet. 2 Corinthians 5:14-21, Romans 12:2, 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, Help your church understand God's plan in pain, Call your people to experience a higher freedom, Proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth. Take Psalm 91, for example: He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Praise God. Our past cannot be undone. Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body. Any of you that have tried to change are well aware of the difficulty involved. 21 HE THAT HATH MY COMMANDMENTS, AND KEEPETH THEM, HE IT IS THAT LOVETH ME: AND HE THAT LOVETH ME SHALL BE LOVED OF MY FATHER, AND I WILL LOVE HIM, AND WILL MANIFEST MYSELF TO HIM. Dianne, Giza Community is a community of speculation, commentary, and opinion on current unless you remain in me. Vanessa ReeferPraise the Lord!! Church is NOT Something You do, it's a Family to Connect With. Is this something you desire for your life? We had that happen to a bag of fresh cut potatoes for fries at my parents race track. Only connect the prose and the passion, and both will be exalted, and human love will be seen at its height. It's in the book of John chapter 15 verse 5 and it says, I am the vine; you are the branches. Sermons And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself. As you do so, you will get to know and understand him betterthis One who loves you dearly. 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. 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 the Rapid Support Forces. 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. IT CONNECTS YOU TO GOD'S ETERNAL TEMPLE. Spend a few minutes each day reading the verses and reflecting on Jesushis life, his relationships, and his teaching. Hymn Lists. Read Romans 8:29 and 2 Corinthians 3:18. For the most part, its not the things that we are doing, but the attitude in which we do them. There they came upon a set of doors that kept opening and closing. 5 FOR JOHN TRULY BAPTIZED WITH WATER; BUT YE SHALL BE BAPTIZED WITH THE HOLY GHOST NOT MANY DAYS HENCE. Topics and verses are auto-generated from user searches. When Priscilla and I were dating we spent a lot of time together, but ultimately a time would come when I would go home. That is the only power that is able to bring about a real, a true, a lasting change. To produce fruit in you and through you. It is the same with you. Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.. The focus of our lives should be staying connected to Him. Spend time reviewing what you have learned this week about your new life in Christ. Last summer I borrowed a chain saw from Dean Akin and went to work pruning the trees around the house. Let the field be joyful and all that is therein. May my life produce some juicy fruit as I stay connected to the power source; to you Lord and Your Word. We all only have some much time to work with. Stay Connected. 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. Today I would like to share with you a verse coming from a sermon that was preached this past week. Our text shows three ways that this power that can be utilized. The Word of God will not Annie Johnson Flint put it this way: It is the branch that bears the fruit You will never be alone! Resources to inspire you and your congregation! 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 2 0 obj ~Sherry You are made alive: Ephesians 2:1-5; Colossians 2:13-14. Also, I was committed to her in our dating relationship, but not fully committed because there was no promise, at that point, to stay with her no matter what.
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