Abba! Pt. 82 | Sunday 11am | September 15, 2024

Are You Ready for the Word?122 minutes read

The text emphasizes the importance of praising God, living a holy life, and embracing salvation as a gift from God. It highlights the need to align thoughts and actions with God's teachings for personal growth and usefulness in His kingdom.

Insights

  • Emphasis on praising God's name, giving Him glory, honor, and praise, showcasing His greatness, love, and sacrifice.
  • Encouragement to live a lifestyle of worship, reflecting love received, and cherishing time in God's presence.
  • Call to glorify and magnify God above all else, living a holy life that honors His teachings and commands.
  • Importance of renewing the mind, aligning with God's will, teaching future generations, and being receptive to His teachings for personal growth and usefulness in His kingdom.

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  • How does God's love impact individuals?

    God's love is described as unconditional and everlasting, never leaving or forsaking anyone. He covers individuals with righteousness and holiness, accepting them as they are but loving them too much to leave them unchanged. The Creator knows the worth of His creation, valuing them through the sacrifice of His son. This love is transformative, leading individuals to reflect the love they receive in their thoughts, actions, and treatment of others. Cherishing time in God's presence and offering glory, honor, and praise are encouraged as ways to reciprocate and magnify God's love in their lives.

  • What is the significance of praising God?

    Praise is highlighted as a powerful way to enter into God's presence, with a call for heartfelt participation. The text emphasizes the act of praising God through good and bad times, regardless of circumstances. It underscores the consistency of praising God, whether happy or sad, and the importance of praising God even during challenging times. Praising God is described as an integral part of an individual's identity, reflecting a commitment to glorify and magnify God above all else. It is a powerful tool in overcoming obstacles and living a life that honors and glorifies God.

  • How does God's teachings impact personal growth?

    God's teachings aim to elevate individuals to higher levels of prosperity, peace, and joy by replacing worthless thoughts with valuable ones aligned with His will. The text emphasizes the importance of aligning thoughts and actions with God's teachings to increase personal value and usability for His kingdom. Being receptive to God's teachings and renewing the mind to reflect His will are crucial for personal growth and usefulness in living a life that honors and glorifies God. Embracing God's teachings leads to a transformation that aligns individuals with His purpose and blessings.

  • Why is it important to pass down spiritual truths?

    The text highlights the importance of teaching and passing down God's knowledge to future generations to ensure that the wisdom of the fathers is shared with their children and grandchildren. God desires for His children to share His knowledge with future generations, emphasizing the significance of passing down spiritual truths. By rejecting worldly patterns and embracing God's transformative power, believers can align with His will and reflect His image and purpose in their lives. Constantly renewing the mind and approving God's will are essential for reflecting His teachings and values to future generations.

  • What events are available for community engagement?

    The church offers a monthly marriage seminar at Covenant Partners Married Person's Fellowship and a young ladies mentoring fellowship called "Far Above Rubies" for grades 6 through 12. These events provide opportunities for married individuals to strengthen their marriage with biblical teachings and for young ladies to engage in round-table discussions with influential women of God. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish serving 6 to 8 people and invite others to benefit from the events. Childcare, VIP services, and waivers for the young ladies mentoring fellowship are available, showcasing the church's commitment to community engagement and spiritual growth.

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Summary

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Praise God's Name: A Call to Worship

  • Welcome to Word of Faith 8 a.m. service
  • Turn off electronic devices to avoid disruptions
  • Encouragement to praise God's name
  • Emphasis on giving God glory, honor, and praise
  • Continuous exhortation to praise God's name
  • Call for the highest praise to God
  • Acknowledgment of God's greatness and love
  • Emphasis on God's amazing love and sacrifice
  • Encouragement to stand in awe of God's power and glory
  • Call to speak well of God and acknowledge His greatness

32:09

Unconditional Love: Worship, Giving, and Presence

  • God's love is unconditional and everlasting, never leaving or forsaking anyone.
  • He covers individuals with righteousness and holiness, accepting them as they are but loving them too much to leave them unchanged.
  • The Creator knows the worth of His creation, valuing them through the sacrifice of His son.
  • Worship is a lifestyle, encompassing thoughts, actions, and treatment of others, reflecting the love received.
  • Encouragement to cherish time in God's presence, offering glory, honor, and praise.
  • Visitors are welcomed and encouraged to fill out information cards for prayer requests and to join in corporate prayer.
  • Offering time is emphasized as a way to honor God and be blessed through generosity.
  • The importance of being a cheerful giver and trusting in God's system for abundance and blessings.
  • The church is described as a 100% tithing church with faithful and prompt givers.
  • Worship is highlighted as a powerful way to enter into God's presence, with a call for heartfelt participation.

48:04

"Praising God Through Life's Ups and Downs"

  • The text emphasizes the act of praising God through good and bad times.
  • It highlights the commitment to praise God regardless of circumstances.
  • Praise is described as an integral part of the individual's identity.
  • The text underscores the consistency of praising God, whether happy or sad.
  • It emphasizes the importance of praising God even during challenging times.
  • The text encourages worshiping God and acknowledging His greatness.
  • It stresses the significance of praising God even when facing difficulties.
  • The text emphasizes the power of praising God in overcoming obstacles.
  • It highlights the purpose of living a life that glorifies God.
  • The text concludes with a call to live a holy life that magnifies and glorifies God.

01:21:46

"Exalting God: Living a Holy Life"

  • The text emphasizes the importance of glorifying and magnifying God above all else, rather than praising worldly figures.
  • It highlights the need to live a life in accordance with God's teachings, contrasting it with the behavior of those who do not follow God's ways.
  • The text mentions the significance of self-control, avoiding sinful behaviors like adultery, and living a holy life.
  • It stresses the need to glorify and magnify God's holy name, acknowledging His power and greatness.
  • The text encourages dressing up and extending church services to honor God properly, rather than shortening them for convenience.
  • It emphasizes the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and the privilege of being able to glorify and honor God.
  • The text mentions the importance of understanding who God is, as our lives are tied to Him and His qualities.
  • It discusses the concept of being born again and becoming sons of God through belief in Jesus.
  • It explains that being a son of God is a privilege gained through birth, social position, and effort, highlighting the transformation from sinners to saints.
  • The text concludes by emphasizing the privilege of going from peasants to royalty through Jesus' sacrifice and the importance of living a life that honors God.

01:34:45

"Gift of Salvation: Embrace, Obey, Live Blessed"

  • Jesus sacrificed his life for humanity to offer new life through grace and faith.
  • Salvation is a gift from God, not earned through works.
  • Sin leads to death, but God's gift is eternal life through Jesus Christ.
  • Embracing the gift of salvation involves giving up the old life for a new one.
  • The Holy Spirit teaches and guides believers in understanding their identity as children of God.
  • God is revealed as a loving and intimate Father, desiring a close relationship with His children.
  • Believers are called to obey God's commands as an expression of love for Him.
  • Living according to God's will is not burdensome but leads to a blessed life.
  • Accepting God's gift of salvation is essential for experiencing eternal life.
  • Obedience to God's commands demonstrates genuine love for Him and leads to a fulfilling life.

01:46:25

Living by God's teachings through actions

  • God watches our actions, not just our words, so it's essential to live according to His teachings.
  • People may show love and praise to God outwardly, but their true intentions are revealed by their actions.
  • Some individuals may seek validation or attention by showcasing their talents or abilities in religious settings.
  • The desire to be recognized or accepted can lead people to display their skills in places like churches.
  • The use of possessive language like "my" can indicate a focus on self rather than on God.
  • God's promise to provide for those who love Him includes guidance on how to live a fulfilling life.
  • God's love is demonstrated through teaching and nurturing His children to live according to His ways.
  • The Holy Spirit serves as a teacher to believers, guiding them in understanding and remembering God's teachings.
  • Fathers are encouraged to raise their children in the ways of the Lord, providing education and training.
  • God's love motivates Him to educate and train His children, helping them navigate life as followers of His teachings.

02:01:20

"Embrace God's teachings for personal growth"

  • Christians are encouraged to unlearn and relearn teachings from Isaiah chapter 48.
  • The love of God teaches and leads individuals to prosper if they allow it.
  • God continuously teaches and leads individuals to higher levels, emphasizing the importance of being open to learning.
  • Being open to God's teachings increases one's value and usability for His kingdom.
  • God's teachings aim to elevate individuals to higher levels of prosperity, peace, and joy.
  • God's teachings are meant to help individuals replace worthless thoughts with valuable ones aligned with His will.
  • The value of one's thoughts is crucial, as even the thoughts of the wise can be considered worthless in God's eyes.
  • God's teachings are essential for individuals to align their thoughts and actions with His will, increasing their value and usability.
  • The importance of being receptive to God's teachings and replacing worldly thoughts with godly ones is emphasized.
  • Embracing God's teachings and aligning thoughts with His will is crucial for personal growth and usefulness in His kingdom.

02:16:09

Renewing the Mind: Aligning with God's Will

  • In 1 Corinthians chapter 1, verse 20, it is mentioned that the Lord knows the thoughts of the wise and finds them to be vain.
  • The text emphasizes the importance of replacing foolish and vain thoughts with God's thoughts, which are beneficial and profitable.
  • Romans chapter 12, verse 1, urges believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices to God, not conforming to the world but renewing their minds to align with God's will.
  • The renewal of the mind is crucial for believers to prove and approve God's good, acceptable, and perfect will for their lives.
  • The process of renewing the mind involves a complete renovation, removing old thoughts and replacing them with God's thoughts.
  • Believers are encouraged to be transformed, not conformed to the world's patterns, to reflect God's image and not the world's.
  • The text highlights the importance of teaching and passing down God's knowledge to future generations, ensuring that the wisdom of the fathers is shared with their children and grandchildren.
  • God desires for His children to share His knowledge with future generations, emphasizing the importance of teaching and passing down spiritual truths.
  • The process of renewing the mind involves rejecting worldly patterns and embracing God's transformative power to align with His will.
  • Believers are urged to constantly renew their minds, approving God's will and rejecting worldly influences to reflect God's image and purpose in their lives.

02:31:41

Passing Down God's Teachings Through Generations

  • The speaker emphasizes teaching others about the things of God, as they were taught.
  • Rebellious behavior will not deter the speaker from teaching God's teachings to others.
  • Instructions are given to bring children over for teaching, regardless of any objections.
  • God desires that teachings about Him are passed down through generations.
  • Reference is made to 1 Samuel chapter 2, highlighting God's knowledge and holiness.
  • An example from the movie "Thor Ragnarok" is used to illustrate God's knowledge and control.
  • The speaker stresses that God, as a father, knows everything.
  • Biblical references from 1 John chapter 3 and Psalms number 94 emphasize God's omniscience.
  • The importance of allowing God to correct and teach individuals is highlighted.
  • An anecdote about the speaker helping their daughter with math homework showcases the benefits of learning and knowing.

02:46:29

Marriage Seminar & Mentoring Fellowship Events

  • Monthly marriage seminar at Covenant Partners married person's Fellowship this Friday at 7:00 p.m., where married individuals can strengthen their marriage with biblical teachings. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish serving 6 to 8 people and invite another couple to benefit from the event. Childcare and VIP services will be provided.
  • Young ladies mentoring Fellowship, "Far Above Rubies," for grades 6 through 12, offers a round-table discussion with influential women of God to emphasize their value. Participants should bring a dish serving 6 to 8 and invite another young lady. VIP services are available, but a waiver must be submitted in advance. Contact the church office for more details.
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