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Illus: My first visit to a charismatic church. When we tackle our distinctives as a church, which are those things in which Christians will disagree while still being Christians, we will find there are some very distinct differences. Lutherans, Presbyterians, Anglicans, Baptists, and Methodists are going…

Just a closer walk with thee. . . Through knowing who you are in Christ, are you a disciple Through blessings/responsibilities as a Christian Through our gathering together Through prayer Through studying the bible, joy of singing, true knowledge Last week, overcoming sin Changing desires, limiting opportunities,…

God’s will, it’s for you God’s will, it’s for you. God’s will is knowable through the scripture. God’s will is applicable to help us in our sanctification and transformation process. God’s will calls for us not to be conformed to this world, but be transformed. Today we continue in our series and are…

Discernment needed Discernment is needed to know sin (evil) to be freed from sin and to do good. We have previously looked at understanding the development of sin, helps us have discernment about sin preventing sin from developing in our lives. God wants to always help us to discern when it comes to…

The world puts those on trial who proclaim the foolishness of the Gospel, believing we have lost our minds.

Introduction Illustration Painting the wall. Have brush, roller, pan, stir stick, everything except for paint. Why isn’t the wall changing color? What am I missing? I have everything else lined up, but I am missing the most important part. This is what life with the Holy Spirit is like. When we fail…

19 Do not quench the Spirit; 20 do not despise prophetic utterances. 21 But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; 22 abstain from every form of evil. Target Date: Sunday, 2 July 2023 Word Study/ Translation Notes: Abstain - ἀπέχομαι apĕchŏmai – to hold yourself off, block yourself…

We were watching a bluey episode the other day and dad was teasing bingo when she started asking him a question. He would start talking then get silent. His mouth would move but nothing would come out! Recap Over the past couple of weeks we have been discussing about how to discern or hear the voice…

"Roots and Wings: Navigating Faith Beyond Charisma," delivered by Pastor Johnathan Lightfoot at Faith In Motion Ministries, is a compelling sermon that addresses the modern challenge of balancing the appeal of charismatic preaching with the depth of true scriptural engagement. Pastor Lightfoot guides the congregation through three main topics: the necessity of building our faith on Solid Foundations of God's Word, the importance of Discerning the Shepherd by evaluating spiritual leaders with wisdom and scriptural integrity, and the call to choose Heart over Hype by seeking a genuine, transformative relationship with God beyond temporary emotional experiences. This sermon encourages believers to deepen their roots in scripture while using their faith to engage and serve the world, embodying a balanced, mature Christian life.

We’ll start by looking at what the Bible says about discernment For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from…

It takes discernment to know when not to speak.

Our responsiblity due to God's mercy towrads us.

Introduction Hello and welcome to Prairie Lakes Church! Glad you’re here. We started a series a few weeks back that we’re going to finish up this weekend after taking break last weekend to make an announcement. And if you missed it, that announcement is... John is retiring to spend more time with his…

God calls us to follow Him and warns of what happens if we don't.

Trust and patience are required for knowing God's Will

PRAY As we approach Acts 16 , these three things are helpful reminders concerning the context of our passage: The recent decision of the Jerusalem council, and the letter written to disseminate that conclusion. ( Acts 15:1-33 ) Paul and Barnabas part ways because they discern differently concerning John…

It is Harvest Time The only thing worse than being lost, is being lost and no one is looking for you. The time to reach people with the Gospel is now. for He says, “ At the acceptable time I listened to you , And on the day of salvation I helped you .” Behold, now is “ the acceptable time ,” behold,…

You've heard it said, "Judge not," but do folks understand what that means? There are times when our Lord Jesus commands us to judge, so let's consider what a righteous judgment looks like today! Watch/listen here: http://www.sermonaudio.com/sermon/717231818552141

To learn to discern between those who teach us to serve and those who teach us to seek power and indulgence.

When we are not listening to God we are wandering in confusion, not even knowing where we truly are.