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“Call-To-Courage-Series-Part2” – “Confronting a Limping Nation” - 1 Kings 18:16-39 Elijah Confronts Ahab 1 Kings 18:17-18 When he saw Elijah, he said to him, "Is that you, you troubler of Israel?" "I have not made trouble for Israel," Elijah replied. "But you and your father's family have. You have abandoned the LORD's commands and have followed the Baals. Three Marks of a Prophetic Voice It names the truth It confronts the question It rebuilds the altar Noise Is Not a Voice – Somebody Has to Stand First Two Elements of Faith This Week Assent 2. Obedience A divided heart will always produce a silent witness. But a settled heart can’t stay quiet.

“Call-To-Courage-Series-Part1” – “When You’re Told to Be Quiet” - Esther 4:1-17 The courage of Esther - Esther Agrees to Help the Jews - Courage Has a Source - Courage isn’t a personality type; It’s biblical faith tested under pressure. Two Ditches - Ephesians 4:15 & Isa 35:8 Silence: comfortable retreat Partisan rage: making villains of those who disagree Truth spoken in love/Highway of Holiness Our measure of faithfulness Our life, words, and conduct matching His truth, with a heart like Christ’s. Six Elements of Faith Knowledge – Obedience – Assent – Perseverance-Trust – Expectation Positioned for a Purpose You are here for a reason. You are positioned for a purpose. The scepter has been extended.

“Biblical Faith Series – Part7” – “The Author and Perfecter” Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Hebrews 12:2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Faith is our response to the God who first reached toward us. When faith feels weak, where do we look? Hebrews 11 and 12 answer that question. Point 1 – The Witnesses Point Beyond Themselves Point 2 – Abraham – Credited, Not Earned Romans 4:3 What does Scripture say? "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness." Point 3 - Faith Is the Hand That Receives the Gift Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-- not by works, so that no one can boast. Point 4 – Look to Jesus, the Author and Perfecter Point 5 – Seeing the Joy Set Before Us

“Hope Through the Power of Jesus Christ” - “Adult/Teen Challenge” Our Comprehensive Approach to Recovery A global crisis. A National Crisis, A crisis in our own community. What is God doing through Adult/Teen Challenge Behavioral Health Services Residential Recover Vocational Training Outreach John 3:1-18 Jesus Teaches Nicodemus We need the Spirit. Born from the Spirit, born from above. Sin is the deepest problem, not behavior. John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

“Biblical Faith Series – Part6” – “Don’t do Addons to the Faith” Three examples of what we need to remove. Peter and Cornelius – Cornelius feared the Lord but was not a Jew. Acts 10:1-2 At Caesarea there was a man named Cornelius, a centurion in what was known as the Italian Regiment. He and all his family were devout and God-fearing; he gave generously to those in need and prayed to God regularly. Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch - All are one in Christ – The gospel turns everyone to each other. Acts 8:26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, "Go south to the road--the desert road--that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza." Peter and John Before the Council – The were ordinary men who had spent time with Jesus. Acts 4:20 As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard." They were not intimidated

“Biblical Faith Series – Part5” – “Faith in the Story” Your Faith Becomes Powerful The Macedonian Call - You need to trust God regardless of the circumstances. Acts 16:6 Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. Stephen Is Seized Acts 6:8-9 Now Stephen, a man full of God's grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people. Opposition arose, however, from members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen (as it was called)--Jews of Cyrene and Alexandria as well as the provinces of Cilicia and Asia--who began to argue with Stephen. Paul Sails for Rome – Faith does not mean that the ship will not go down. Acts 27:25-26 So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me. Nevertheless, we must run aground on some island."

“A Time to Remember” – “Remembering September 9-11-2001” Deuteronomy 6:6-7 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. America has a “Forgetting Problem”. We need to remember what the Lord has done. We need to instill in the next generation what the Lord has done. America’s strength depends on God. Parents, teach your children Remember the cost of our salvation. Things of great worth come at great cost. Israel’s Unfaithfulness Judges 2:7 The people served the LORD throughout the lifetime of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him and who had seen all the great things the LORD had done for Israel. Judges 2:11 Then the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the LORD and served the Baals. We must never forget what the Lord has done for us.

“Biblical Faith Series – Part4” – “Faith That Refuses to Be Silent” Mark 5:25–34 | Mark 10:46–52 | Luke 18:1–8 Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. Faith Comes by Hearing Knowledge → Assent → Trust Obedience → Perseverance → Expectation Three stories demonstrate all six Faith That Refuses to be Silenced – Mark 10:46-52 “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy!” (v. 47) A blind beggar confesses the Messiah Rebuked to be silent — he cried louder (v. 48) Faith That Keeps Asking – Luke 18:1-8 “Always pray and do not lose heart” (v. 1) The widow kept coming for justice (v. 3) Even an unjust judge finally answered Promise of the Father – He Hears You – Luke 18:8

“Biblical Faith Series – Part3” – “Faith That Believes for the Impossible” Matthew 17:20 | Matthew 15:21–28 | Matthew 21:18–22 Biblical faith does not measure itself by its own size — it measures itself by the God it is directed toward Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Three Stories, One Thread - Faith is not about you – it’s about God! Mustard Seed: Where You Plant Your Faith The woman: Faith In His Ability! The Mountain: Confidence In Who He Is Not because our faith is impressive, but because its object is. “Is God Big Enough?” KEY POINT: The question is not, “Do I have enough faith?” The question is, “Is God big enough?” The answer, always, is yes. “Biblical Faith Series – Part3” – “Faith That Believes for the Impossible” Matthew 17:20 | Matthew 15:21–28 | Matthew 21:18–22 Biblical faith does not measure itself by its own size — it measures itself by the God it is directed toward Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Three Stories, One Thread - Faith is not about you – it’s about God! Mustard Seed: Where You Plant Your Faith The woman: Faith In His Ability! The Mountain: Confidence In Who He Is Not because our faith is impressive, but because its object is. “Is God Big Enough?” KEY POINT: The question is not, “Do I have enough faith?” The question is, “Is God big enough?” The answer, always, is yes.

“Biblical Faith Series – Part2” – “Faith That Recognizes Jesus' Authority” Matthew 8:5–13 | Mark 2:1–12 | Mark 5:21–43 Real faith does not need to see, touch, or control the outcome — it trusts the word and authority of Jesus alone. Faith in God & Word is All You Need! Philippians 4:6-7 (NASB) Three stories, three people, three different needs The Centurion - KEY POINT: This is faith that trusts the authority of Jesus' word — rooted in knowledge, expressed in assent, and demonstrated in trust. The Paralytic's Friends - Key point: Faith acts — the obedience element: & Faith Perseveres Jairus - Key point: Faith perseveres even when the situation appears beyond hope — it holds on when the evidence says it's finished. “Faith is not a formula for guaranteeing what you want — it is trusting the Person who has already proven Himself trustworthy.”

“Biblical Faith Series – Part1” – “What It Is, What It Isn't” Why It Changes Everything Hebrews 11:1  |  Genesis 15:6  |  Habakkuk 2:4  Biblical faith is not blind optimism or wishful thinking — it is confident, active trust in the character and word of God that changes how you live today What The Words Actually Mean The Anatomy of Faith – Six Elements Why This Matters Today Habakkuk 2:4 "See, the enemy is puffed up; his desires are not upright-- but the righteous person will live by his faithfulness— WILL YOU?

“American Christian Heritage Series-Prt7” – “American Liberties Best Friend” What does Christ call us to do? John Witherspoon was in politics at the same time he was a pastor. Civil and religious liberty rises and falls together; you lose one you lose the other. We get virtue from the word of God. A new Commandment – Love One and Other John 13:34-35 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you so, you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 15:13-14 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. God wants to get glory from our lives. Our effectiveness for the Gospel depends on, “are we loving each other? “American Christian Heritage Series-Prt7” – “American Liberties Best Friend” What does Christ call us to do? John Witherspoon was in politics at the same time he was a pastor. Civil and religious liberty rises and falls together; you lose one you lose the other. We get virtue from the word of God. A new Commandment – Love One and Other John 13:34-35 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you so, you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 15:13-14 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. God wants to get glory from our lives. Our effectiveness for the Gospel depends on, “are we loving each other?

“American Christian Heritage Series-Prt6” “The Black Robed Regiment” The Pastors who Armed the Revolution from Pulpit to Politics to Parchment (The Declaration) “The Importance of the Protestant Religion Politically Considered” May 9, 1789 A FULL CENTURY BEFORE THE FIGHT 1638 sermon based on Deuteronomy 1:13 and Exodus 18:21 These pastors were targeted, & labeled “The Black Robed Regiment” John wise 1687: 1687 Ipswich tax resistance story - jailed for defending "no taxation without representation" decades before. Jonathan Mayhew 1750: Confronted the doctrine used for over a century to demand blind obedience to civil rulers – Romans 13 John Witherspoon May 17, 1776: He built a doctrine of God's providence over human "wrath" — including the wrath of tyrants and the righteous wrath of an oppressed people HISTORY & SCRIPTURE REVEAL – Nations rise and fall in accordance with rise and fall of BOTH Civil and Religious Liberty in the land.

"American Christian Heritage Series-Prt5" – “Changing Hearts and Creating a Nation" Romans 2:14 (Indeed, when Gentiles, who do not have the law, do by nature things required by the law, they are a law for themselves, even though they do not have the law. The First Great Awakening George Whitefield was an English Anglican priest and Itinerant preacher who was one of the founders of Methodism and the evangelical movement. The first Great Awakening was a challenge to the high-ranking religious leaders. The gospel applies to every area of your life. John Witherspoon was a Scottish-American Presbyterian minister, educator, farmer, and a Founding Father of the United States. Zeal for the glory of God. Leviticus 19:17 "'Do not hate a fellow Israelite in your heart. Rebuke your neighbor frankly so you will not share in their guilt.

“American Christian Heritage Series-Prt4” – “Faith of Our Founding Fathers” – The Greatest Commandment Deuteronomy 6:1-2 A Call to Remember What Made America Great, And Return Opening: 250 Years, and a Forgotten Story They Derived Politics FROM Religion What the Founders Said About Faith and the Republic Congress Recommends the Bible The Declaration of Independence 1776 Five Things to Remember Be Transformed, Not Conformed Be Awake, Be Aware Embrace Wisdom and Understanding Stand Firm, Fear Not Faith Without Action Is Dead How Shall We Go Forward? To God Be the Glory