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Foundations of Faith

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    Sermon on the Mount- 20 TITLE: Foundations of Faith TEXT: Matthew 7:13-27 TONE: Somber TARGET: All TASK: To exhort my listeners to choose wisely, discern diligently, profess truly, and build securely upon the foundations of faith. TEACH: As a teenager, I spent a memorable summer working for a concrete company that built bridges in the Kiamichi Mountains of southeastern Oklahoma. It was quite unlike any other job I've had. We lived a rugged life, sleeping in tents by the creek and using it as our makeshift bath after long days of hard work. Our days began with preparing the ground—digging and removing dirt and rocks to create a proper foundation. This task taught us precision and patience, laying the groundwork for everything that would follow.   We used rebar and metal ties to construct a sturdy framework, which was crucial for the strength and stability of the bridges. Working with these materials under the hot sun, I realized...
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The Assurance of God’s Generosity (Revised)

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    SERMON ON THE MOUNT- 19-2   TITLE:   The Assurance of God’s Generosity   TEXT:   Matthew 7:7-12 TONE:   Encouragement   TARGET:   Believers   TASK:   To encourage believers to rest with complete assurance in the generosity of God.     Early experiences in ministry   Key Themes and Scriptures on God's Generosity   Creation as an Act of Generosity Genesis 1:29-30 (ESV):   "And God said, 'Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit. You shall have them for food. And to every beast of the earth and to every bird of the heavens and to everything that creeps on the earth, everything that has the breath of life, I have given every green plant for food.' And it was so."   God's provision of creation demonstrates His generous nature, providing abundantly for humanity and all creatures.   God's Provision to Israel Exodus 1...
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The Assurance of God’s Generosity

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  SERMON ON THE MOUNT- 19   TITLE: The Assurance of God’s Generosity TEXT: Matthew 7:7-12 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage believers to rest with complete assurance in the generosity of God. TEACH: While specific statistics can vary, it is widely reported by various Christian organizations and surveys that a significant number of Christians struggle with assurance in their faith and trust in God’s provision. Studies, such as those conducted by Barna Group, indicate that a substantial percentage of believer’s experience doubts about their faith at times. This lack of assurance can have several negative effects on a believer:   Spiritual Anxiety and Fear: Believers who lack assurance often experience anxiety and fear regarding their spiritual standing and God’s involvement in their lives, this can lead to a cycle of worry that distracts from faith. Fear of Punishment: There’s a lingering fear that they are ...
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Location: Edmond, OK, USA
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Crying Out for Justice: Micah's Challenge and the Modern Injustice of Abortion

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  Crying Out for Justice: Micah's Challenge and the Modern Injustice of Abortion   Good afternoon, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather not only to worship and to seek God's guidance but also to confront an issue that weighs heavily on our hearts and society: the injustice of abortion against preborn children in America. Our passage for reflection is from the book of Micah, specifically Micah 3:9-12. Through these verses, the prophet Micah denounces the leaders of Israel for their corruption and failing to uphold justice. As we explore this text, let us examine how it speaks to us today regarding the protection of the most vulnerable among us—the unborn.   Scripture Reading: Micah 3:9-12 "Hear this, you heads of the house of Jacob and rulers of the house of Israel, who detest justice and make crooked all that is straight, who build Zion with blood and Jerusalem with iniquity. Its heads give judgment for a bribe ; its pries...
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