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Intro; A few weeks ago on Wednesday night I used Mal. 3:16 as a reference while talking about Israel crossing the Jordan into Canaan. And I kept coming back to that scripture for the past few weeks concerning one phrase in it, “Fear the Lord” . Now there are 27 verses in the Bible that use this phrase…

Fear, in the bible, is referred to in many different definitions and contexts. Fear of judgement or wrath Fear as awe: being in awe of God for who he is. Fear in reverence and respect It is a religious expression conveying either devotional piety or the dread of punishment. The term “Lord” in this context…

10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments . His praise endures forever. So what does the “fear of the LORD mean? Dreadful Fear Deifying Fear Definite Fear (Do you fear Him at all) A DREADFUL FEAR Most commonly, we think of fear as…

Intro: This passage today that we are going to look at is extremely helpful for those of you who have lost your joy or thankfulness for what God has done. Maybe today you find yourself dealing with jealousy or envious of what others have. If this is you, than let’s remember just how important it is to…

Abraham: Following In The Footsteps Of Faith ABRAM’S WORD FROM GOD Series Intro : few men, outside of the Lord Jesus Christ Himself have has such an impact on the history of the world as did the man introduced to us in this passage of scripture. This man is revered by over one-half the world’s population.…

We believe that with God all things are possible. We believe that God can use the unlikeliest people. We’ve asked, “How does God want to use me in the coming year. Today I want us to ask, “Am I willing to be used in whatever way God desires?” Jesus’ mother, Mary, serves as an example of humble obedience.…

This sermon is about two words. Two simple words. Two words that we frequently use. Both words are small. Each word has just one syllable. These two words are found in the word of the angel recorded in Luke 2:10 , “ Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people…

Soul talk Can you define the soul? Your soul is what integrates, what connects, what binds together your will, then your mind (those thoughts, feelings, and desires going on all the time), and then your body (with all of its appetites, habits, and behavior). John Ortberg, Soul Keeping: Caring for the…

10 His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. I. THE CONTRAST A. Psalm 147:10–11 (ESV) — 10 His delight is not in… 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in... B. The Psalmist…

1 There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots shall bear fruit. 2 And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord . 3 And his delight shall…

The Lord God Almighty And An Encounter with a Demon-Possessed Man Mark 5:1–5 (ESV) 1 They came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gerasenes. 2 And when Jesus had stepped out of the boat, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit. 3 He lived among the tombs.…

Evening 17 December 23

Fear! When is fear a good thing? Tonight we are going to look at what many may want to avoid, fear, fear of the Lord that is. What is it, why is it important and how can we develop it. Question: When you think of fear, what do you think of? Do you think that fear can be healthy? (Fear picture inserted…

“I have seen the risen Lord” Mary rushed to the room where the apostles were and told them she had seen and spoke to the Lord (20:18). This after Mary went to prepare the body with the other women, but the body was gone (20:11-15) Jesus revealed Himself to her through His word (20:16) Mary had cleaved,…

How often do you think about the presence of the Lord? 8 It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” The Lord goes before us. 19 We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place…

Victory in the face of defeat God’s mission for us calls us forward into battle, despite the fears we may face. Telemachus (read from book). What lengths are you willing to go through to follow God’s call on your life? What walls must you hop over, what arena must you face, what brawl must you enter,…

Intro; This morning was a wonderful experience with Emmanuel Mebasser with Jews for Jesus. Learning from a converted Jew about Christ in the Passover gives us a deeper understanding of Jesus in the Old Testament scriptures which opens our hearts to Him in the New Testament and our daily walk in life.…

Intro; Former President George H.W. Bush was asked this question, “What is your greatest accomplishment in life? ” President Bush might have mentioned his success during World War 2 as a Navy pilot. He might have called to mind his 8 years as Vice President under Ronald Reagan. He might have mentioned…

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your…

In their eagerness to say “yes” the Israelites overestimated their own ability to keep the covenant, and underestimated God’s standards for them. How did this happen? They failed to appreciate their own sinfulness and God’s holiness. The procedures they were to follow were God-designed to help them realize…

13 And the Lord said: “Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me, and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men, 14 therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder; and the wisdom…

The Lord sees and will lead you.

Introduction The voice we drop into when we talk to kids vs adults. Embarrassing when you get those two mixed up. The added stress for parents, especially moms. Conversations about the struggle of loneliness and craving for interaction with other adults. I think sometimes there is just a need to be recognized,…

31 Now is the judgment of this world; now will the ruler of this world be cast out. 30 I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming. He has no claim on me, 11 concerning judgment, because the ruler of this world is judged. Paul - 4 In their case the god of this world has…