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Pray without ceasing

9/24/2017

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16 "Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

A lot of things are looking scary these days in our world.

 "You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come.
 7 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places." Matthew 24:6-7

This is a fallen world. When we fell, it came down with us. 

"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,

    the people he chose for his inheritance." Psalm 33:12

God can do things we can't.

"He will be the sure foundation for your times,

    a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge;
    the fear of the Lord is the key to this treasure." Isaiah 33:6

In the end all we have is God. People think they're so smart and that they can figure it out. But they're wrong.

What should we be doing?

We're not supposed to hide. We need to get involved. The power of prayer is limitless.

“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23

Our prayers can activate His power.

"I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people--
 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness."
1 Timothy 2:1-2

We are meant to pray for our leaders. A lot of people mock and judge. We are called to pray. 

"He changes times and seasons;

    he deposes kings and raises up others.
He gives wisdom to the wise
    and knowledge to the discerning." Daniel 2:21

God has his hand on leaders.

"The Lord is near to all who call on him,

    to all who call on him in truth." Psalm 145:18

Calling upon Him is prayer.

There's nothing ouside the power of God. There's nothing outside the power of prayer.

"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." Philippians 4:6-7

In the midst of the worst we've got the best.

God commands prayer. Pray about it.

"The Lord your God is with you,

    the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
    in his love he will no longer rebuke you,
    but will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17

“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven." Matthew 18:19

We have ability that is untapped.  Our prayer bank account is still full. What have we spent?

God has never stopped listening. If He's promised it, it will come to pass. If you pray in My name, it will be done.

12 "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12

Continuing steadfastly in prayer.  Pray in belief.

 "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light." 1 Peter 2:9

We are here because of Him. 

What are the consequences of inaction?

What have you done?

What are you doing?

Do you want my hand in it? Put your hands together.

“Arise, shine, for your light has come,

    and the glory of the Lord rises upon you." Isaiah 60:1

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Are you battle ready?

9/17/2017

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You must prepare daily.

"But keep the Lord Christ holy in your hearts. Always be ready to answer everyone who asks you to explain about the hope you have." 1 Peter 3:15

"Control yourselves and be careful! The devil is your enemy, and he goes around like a roaring lion looking for someone to attack and eat." 1 Peter 5:8

Satan is actively working. We have to actively defend.

Lions are the top of the food chain. Satan is making lots of noise and commotion all around us. 

Be a lion.

"The wicked are afraid of everything, but those who live right are as brave as lions." Proverbs 28:1

If you want peace, prepare for war.

Don't be afraid. Fear makes you a target.

Be active and prepared all the time. 

Every single person prepared.

Daily work on preparation.

You don't ask for the battles. You just prepare for them

 “When a strong man with many weapons guards his own house, the things in his house are safe." Luke 11:21

Satan is looking for the hole in your defenses where he can attack you. Don't leave him one.

Keep watch is our job.

“So always be ready. You don’t know the day your Lord will come.
43 What would a homeowner do if he knew when a thief was coming? You know he would be ready and not let the thief break in. 44 So you also must be ready. The Son of Man will come at a time when you don’t expect him." Matthew 24:42-44

Are you ready to face God?

Did you do what He asked you to do?

Constantly working with weapons.

 "To end my letter I tell you, be strong in the Lord and in his great power.
 11 Wear the full armor of God. Wear God’s armor so that you can fight against the devil’s clever tricks. 12 Our fight is not against people on earth. We are fighting against the rulers and authorities and the powers of this world’s darkness. We are fighting against the spiritual powers of evil in the heavenly places." Ephesians 6:10-12

Put on the armor. If we don't put it on, it's our fault. God gave us all the tools we need to be victorious.

Stand your ground

Shield of faith has to be strong enough to withstand attacks.. sword of Spirit -- make it sharp! Word of God is your offensive tool.

God's got our back.  We need to know God is our fortress. Do you know your way around the fortress?  Don't be a spectator. 

T"he Lord is my Rock, my fortress, my place of safety.

    He is my God, the Rock I run to for protection.
He is my shield; by his power I am saved.[a]
    He is my hiding place high in the hills." Psalm 18:2

If God's got my back what am I worried about?

God sees the entire battle. He knows what we're up against.

He knows all the traps and snares Satan will use.  He will back us up.

Be ready and engaged.

​We have a role to play. He wants us to be active. Get out there and do it. Gotta train together. Pray together.



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Raising the Temple

9/3/2017

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18 "The Jews then said to Him, “What sign do You show us [a]as your authority for doing these things?” 19 Jesus answered them, “Destroy this [b]temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” 20 The Jews then said, “It took forty-six years to build this [c]temple, and will You raise it up in three days?” 21 But He was speaking of the [d]temple of His body. 22 So when He was raised from the dead, His disciples remembered that He said this; and they believed the Scripture and the word which Jesus had spoken." John 2:18-22

The proto-temple:

9 "Whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and [a]the Lord would speak with Moses.
 10 When all the people saw the pillar of cloud standing at the entrance of the tent, all the people would arise and worship, each at the entrance of his tent. 11 Thus the Lord used to speak to Moses face to face, just as a man speaks to his friend. When [b]Moses returned to the camp, his servant Joshua, the son of Nun, a young man, would not depart from the tent." Exodus 33:9-11

The temple had a lot of symbolic parts -- candlesticks, offerings, music, singers, furnishings, all signified things dealing with faith.

The temple curtain was 60 ft tall and 4 inches thick in Jesus's time. Made out of wool. 

Mocking at the cross:

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