This document contains excerpts from 1 John chapters 1-2 and commentary on those passages. It discusses three tests for teachers and believers: obedience to God's commands, love for others, and affirming Jesus as the Son of God. It warns against loving the world or the things in it instead of God. The final excerpt criticizes modern Christians for being too similar to secular people in their values and priorities, focusing on material goods and status rather than being distinct in following God's agenda.
This was a training that I did with new members who were coming onboard with our Ministry Team. The first section uses a Family Systems approach to leadership. At our church we desire that leaders model the culture by three characteristics: (1) Affirmation - which is each member of the Leadership Team is for the success of others. (2) Expectation - Each member of the team has the courage to be realistic concerning the facts of a particular situation but they engage it with Hope. (3) Honor - Each member of the team are committed to treating others with dignity, grace, respect, and truth.
This document is a Father's Day message about the relationship between God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ). It discusses how Jesus honored and obeyed his Father in everything. As a result, Jesus was loved and cared for by his Father. Their relationship was one of mutual love and respect. The document encourages striving for this kind of relationship between fathers and children in families as well.
Salvation is a free gift from God that cannot be earned through good works. It is only obtained through faith in Jesus Christ. While people are sinful and fall short of God's standards, Jesus paid the penalty for sins so all that is required is believing in Him. Good deeds do not earn salvation which comes solely through God's grace and mercy.
God created humans because He loves them and wants a close relationship with them. The Bible says that all things were created by God and for Him, and that God created humans specifically to enjoy Him forever. When people praise God and live according to the Bible, they glorify God with their lives.
On Father's Day, we celebrate the greatest Father of all, the One who is ever faithful to us. Beginning with the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-24), going through John's writings on how Jesus and the Father are one (John 14:10) and how they dwell in each other, and then coming back to the faithfulness of our Father in heaven illustrated by the parable, the message showed the great love of the Father for all of us and how we encounter him through Jesus.
The document discusses God's desire to make contact with humans and his creation of all things. It references God's love for humanity and how he always thinks about us. The key message is that believing in God's son Jesus Christ will lead to everlasting life rather than perishing, as referenced in a quote from the Bible.
This document contains excerpts from 1 John chapters 1-2 and commentary on those passages. It discusses three tests for teachers and believers: obedience to God's commands, love for others, and affirming Jesus as the Son of God. It warns against loving the world or the things in it instead of God. The final excerpt criticizes modern Christians for being too similar to secular people in their values and priorities, focusing on material goods and status rather than being distinct in following God's agenda.
This was a training that I did with new members who were coming onboard with our Ministry Team. The first section uses a Family Systems approach to leadership. At our church we desire that leaders model the culture by three characteristics: (1) Affirmation - which is each member of the Leadership Team is for the success of others. (2) Expectation - Each member of the team has the courage to be realistic concerning the facts of a particular situation but they engage it with Hope. (3) Honor - Each member of the team are committed to treating others with dignity, grace, respect, and truth.
This document is a Father's Day message about the relationship between God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ). It discusses how Jesus honored and obeyed his Father in everything. As a result, Jesus was loved and cared for by his Father. Their relationship was one of mutual love and respect. The document encourages striving for this kind of relationship between fathers and children in families as well.
Salvation is a free gift from God that cannot be earned through good works. It is only obtained through faith in Jesus Christ. While people are sinful and fall short of God's standards, Jesus paid the penalty for sins so all that is required is believing in Him. Good deeds do not earn salvation which comes solely through God's grace and mercy.
God created humans because He loves them and wants a close relationship with them. The Bible says that all things were created by God and for Him, and that God created humans specifically to enjoy Him forever. When people praise God and live according to the Bible, they glorify God with their lives.
On Father's Day, we celebrate the greatest Father of all, the One who is ever faithful to us. Beginning with the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-24), going through John's writings on how Jesus and the Father are one (John 14:10) and how they dwell in each other, and then coming back to the faithfulness of our Father in heaven illustrated by the parable, the message showed the great love of the Father for all of us and how we encounter him through Jesus.
The document discusses God's desire to make contact with humans and his creation of all things. It references God's love for humanity and how he always thinks about us. The key message is that believing in God's son Jesus Christ will lead to everlasting life rather than perishing, as referenced in a quote from the Bible.
The document discusses how Christians on the same street can come together, pray for their neighbors, and meet their neighbors' needs. By loving and caring for one another and their community in this way, it could help more people come to know God and strengthen the kingdom. Neighbor Networks are suggested as a way for local Christians to support each other and make an impact right in their own neighborhoods.
We will want to spend time with others reading God’s Word and showing Him our love through praise on the Sabbath day. We will also want to include God in our lives daily by studying His Word to learn more about Him and enjoying communicating with Him in prayer frequently every day. When we love God with all of our heart, soul, and mind, and our neighbor as ourselves, we will make time for Jesus as the fourth commandment instructs.
Sfc clp talk #12 transformation in christJhonsen Sales
The document outlines God's desire to transform members of CFC Singles for Christ through deeper relationships with God, each other, and a greater commitment to service. It encourages continuing personal holiness through daily prayer and Scripture, faithfulness to the SFC covenant, and undergoing formation. Members are called to build strong Christian families and homes and pursue the work of evangelization by bringing others to SFC to meet Jesus Christ. The overall message encourages moving forward in this mission with praise and thanksgiving to God.
This document discusses the importance of evangelism and sharing one's faith. It emphasizes that faith without works is dead, and that Christians must not only talk about evangelism but must actively perform the task of reaching others. It provides examples from the Bible of doing God's work and encourages Christians to take up their cross daily and follow Jesus by sharing the gospel with others through both words and actions. The document concludes by encouraging Christians to pray, prepare, plan and perform the task of evangelism in order to fulfill the Great Commission.
This document contains a summary of a sermon given on Trinity Sunday. It discusses the concept of the Holy Trinity based on passages from Genesis chapter 1. It notes that God created humanity collectively in God's image, both male and female, and that together we image God. It emphasizes that we all carry God's image, we need each other, and we are all connected. The wisdom of the Trinity teaches that we are our sibling's keeper and injustice against any affects all. The closing prayer asks God, who is three in one, to send the Holy Spirit to break down barriers between people and bring justice and peace.
Zacchaeus, though small in stature, had great faith in seeking to see Jesus. When Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see over the crowds, Jesus noticed him and invited himself to stay at Zacchaeus' house. Zacchaeus joyfully welcomed Jesus into his home. He repented of his sins and showed the transformation of his faith by offering to make restitution for any wrongs. Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus demonstrates the love and salvation that Christ offers to all.
This is the first in a month-long series on praying for revival. We need to allow ourselves to be desperate before God in prayer if we want to pray with the intensity that God loves. He wants us hot in prayer--not lukewarm. I am too lukewarm in many things. I need revival. I hope this video convinces you that you also need a fresh touch from God.
1) The document discusses letting one's light shine for others to see good deeds and glorify God, as Jesus taught.
2) It explains that a person's light comes from Jesus within them, and shining this light means acting lovingly, caring for others, and speaking kindly, showing God's love and spirit at work.
3) The brighter one lives as the Bible teaches, the brighter their light for Jesus shines for others to see.
The document summarizes several passages from the book of John in the Bible describing Jesus' appearances to his disciples after his resurrection. It describes how the disciples were hiding in fear until Jesus appeared to them and showed them his wounds. He then breathed on them to give them the Holy Spirit. Thomas was not there and doubted until Jesus also appeared to him and convinced him. The passages emphasize Jesus commissioning the disciples to continue his work and forgive sins, and that the accounts were written so that people may believe that Jesus is the Son of God and have eternal life.
The document is a sermon outline from January 15, 2012 delivered by Lead Pastor Spencer T. O'Neal. It discusses three key points: 1) Doing what is right, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God will lead to blessings, wealth, and righteousness. 2) Greed brings trouble and grief, while hating bribes leads to life. 3) Chasing money robs life, so people should chase God instead who will provide everything needed.
The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a virgin named Mary who was pledged in marriage to Joseph. Gabriel tells Mary she has found favor with God and will conceive and give birth to a son named Jesus who will be the Son of God. Mary asks how this can be since she is a virgin, and Gabriel says it will be by the power of the Holy Spirit. Mary responds that she is the Lord's servant and accepts what is being said to her.
The newsletter provides updates on the LCMS Hmong Youth Board's activities, including visiting local youth groups. It announces details for the upcoming Hmong Youth Conference in July, including a picnic, prayer room, and encouragement posters. An article explains the significance of Easter beyond Jesus' resurrection, including fulfillment of God's promise, descent to hell, and hope of believers' resurrection. Finally, a student offers words of encouragement to stay faithful during trials by focusing on God's grace and Jesus' victory over the world.
This document provides a summary of Mother's Day and expresses gratitude towards mothers. It discusses how mothers are often the only ones who can comfort children in the middle of the night. Mother's Day was established as a holiday in the United States to honor mothers and the positive contributions of motherhood. The Bible teaches that we should be thankful to God as the creator of life and mothers for bringing new life into the world.
This document discusses the role of the Holy Spirit according to passages from the Gospel of John. It notes that Jesus promised the disciples that the Holy Spirit would guide them into truth and declare things to come. The message for today is that the Holy Spirit continues the message of Jesus by pointing to him, speaking of him, and glorifying him. The Holy Spirit was sent by both Jesus and the Father, so the message is continued from the Father through the Son and the Spirit. The conclusion encourages living an abundant life by allowing Christ's love to overflow to others through the power of the Holy Spirit.
The document provides information about modules created by the Kentucky Council of Churches for campus ministry. The modules are designed to empower students through prayer and unite them in love. They include bible passages, reflections, questions for discussion, and activities focused on themes like unity, love, faith and what it means to be the body of Christ. Students are encouraged to think about how to live out their faith and witness to unity in the world. The modules suggest closing prayers and provide online resources for further learning.
The document discusses how Christians on the same street can come together, pray for their neighbors, and meet their neighbors' needs. By loving and caring for one another and their community in this way, it could help more people come to know God and strengthen the kingdom. Neighbor Networks are suggested as a way for local Christians to support each other and make an impact right in their own neighborhoods.
We will want to spend time with others reading God’s Word and showing Him our love through praise on the Sabbath day. We will also want to include God in our lives daily by studying His Word to learn more about Him and enjoying communicating with Him in prayer frequently every day. When we love God with all of our heart, soul, and mind, and our neighbor as ourselves, we will make time for Jesus as the fourth commandment instructs.
Sfc clp talk #12 transformation in christJhonsen Sales
The document outlines God's desire to transform members of CFC Singles for Christ through deeper relationships with God, each other, and a greater commitment to service. It encourages continuing personal holiness through daily prayer and Scripture, faithfulness to the SFC covenant, and undergoing formation. Members are called to build strong Christian families and homes and pursue the work of evangelization by bringing others to SFC to meet Jesus Christ. The overall message encourages moving forward in this mission with praise and thanksgiving to God.
This document discusses the importance of evangelism and sharing one's faith. It emphasizes that faith without works is dead, and that Christians must not only talk about evangelism but must actively perform the task of reaching others. It provides examples from the Bible of doing God's work and encourages Christians to take up their cross daily and follow Jesus by sharing the gospel with others through both words and actions. The document concludes by encouraging Christians to pray, prepare, plan and perform the task of evangelism in order to fulfill the Great Commission.
This document contains a summary of a sermon given on Trinity Sunday. It discusses the concept of the Holy Trinity based on passages from Genesis chapter 1. It notes that God created humanity collectively in God's image, both male and female, and that together we image God. It emphasizes that we all carry God's image, we need each other, and we are all connected. The wisdom of the Trinity teaches that we are our sibling's keeper and injustice against any affects all. The closing prayer asks God, who is three in one, to send the Holy Spirit to break down barriers between people and bring justice and peace.
Zacchaeus, though small in stature, had great faith in seeking to see Jesus. When Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see over the crowds, Jesus noticed him and invited himself to stay at Zacchaeus' house. Zacchaeus joyfully welcomed Jesus into his home. He repented of his sins and showed the transformation of his faith by offering to make restitution for any wrongs. Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus demonstrates the love and salvation that Christ offers to all.
This is the first in a month-long series on praying for revival. We need to allow ourselves to be desperate before God in prayer if we want to pray with the intensity that God loves. He wants us hot in prayer--not lukewarm. I am too lukewarm in many things. I need revival. I hope this video convinces you that you also need a fresh touch from God.
1) The document discusses letting one's light shine for others to see good deeds and glorify God, as Jesus taught.
2) It explains that a person's light comes from Jesus within them, and shining this light means acting lovingly, caring for others, and speaking kindly, showing God's love and spirit at work.
3) The brighter one lives as the Bible teaches, the brighter their light for Jesus shines for others to see.
The document summarizes several passages from the book of John in the Bible describing Jesus' appearances to his disciples after his resurrection. It describes how the disciples were hiding in fear until Jesus appeared to them and showed them his wounds. He then breathed on them to give them the Holy Spirit. Thomas was not there and doubted until Jesus also appeared to him and convinced him. The passages emphasize Jesus commissioning the disciples to continue his work and forgive sins, and that the accounts were written so that people may believe that Jesus is the Son of God and have eternal life.
The document is a sermon outline from January 15, 2012 delivered by Lead Pastor Spencer T. O'Neal. It discusses three key points: 1) Doing what is right, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God will lead to blessings, wealth, and righteousness. 2) Greed brings trouble and grief, while hating bribes leads to life. 3) Chasing money robs life, so people should chase God instead who will provide everything needed.
The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a virgin named Mary who was pledged in marriage to Joseph. Gabriel tells Mary she has found favor with God and will conceive and give birth to a son named Jesus who will be the Son of God. Mary asks how this can be since she is a virgin, and Gabriel says it will be by the power of the Holy Spirit. Mary responds that she is the Lord's servant and accepts what is being said to her.
The newsletter provides updates on the LCMS Hmong Youth Board's activities, including visiting local youth groups. It announces details for the upcoming Hmong Youth Conference in July, including a picnic, prayer room, and encouragement posters. An article explains the significance of Easter beyond Jesus' resurrection, including fulfillment of God's promise, descent to hell, and hope of believers' resurrection. Finally, a student offers words of encouragement to stay faithful during trials by focusing on God's grace and Jesus' victory over the world.
This document provides a summary of Mother's Day and expresses gratitude towards mothers. It discusses how mothers are often the only ones who can comfort children in the middle of the night. Mother's Day was established as a holiday in the United States to honor mothers and the positive contributions of motherhood. The Bible teaches that we should be thankful to God as the creator of life and mothers for bringing new life into the world.
This document discusses the role of the Holy Spirit according to passages from the Gospel of John. It notes that Jesus promised the disciples that the Holy Spirit would guide them into truth and declare things to come. The message for today is that the Holy Spirit continues the message of Jesus by pointing to him, speaking of him, and glorifying him. The Holy Spirit was sent by both Jesus and the Father, so the message is continued from the Father through the Son and the Spirit. The conclusion encourages living an abundant life by allowing Christ's love to overflow to others through the power of the Holy Spirit.
The document provides information about modules created by the Kentucky Council of Churches for campus ministry. The modules are designed to empower students through prayer and unite them in love. They include bible passages, reflections, questions for discussion, and activities focused on themes like unity, love, faith and what it means to be the body of Christ. Students are encouraged to think about how to live out their faith and witness to unity in the world. The modules suggest closing prayers and provide online resources for further learning.
This article discusses being thankful for blessings from God, specifically a Savior, family, and home. It encourages taking time to reflect on how God has blessed readers with these gifts. It notes that while some families and lives are difficult, God intends family to be a blessing. It also expresses gratitude for the heavenly home promised by Jesus. The document provides announcements for an upcoming community outreach event and youth activities. It includes a daily Bible reading plan, birthdays and anniversaries, and those in need of prayers.
This document provides information about a six-book series of children's Bible devotionals titled "5-Minute Bible Devotionals". Each book in the series contains 15 short devotionals for preschool-aged children based on Bible scriptures. The devotionals include an activity related to the scripture's message to help children explore and apply the lesson. The series aims to connect Bible themes and verses to Christian values in an easy-to-use format suitable for ages 4 and up.
General Conference Highlights April 2014 Cassidy Baker
In 3 sentences or less:
A woman is curious about what the living prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has recently said after learning the Church has a living prophet. When the woman asks what the prophet has said lately, the woman realizes she does not know and feels embarrassed. The document encourages reading general conference messages from the prophet and applying them in our lives.
Grace Family Church is a 21st century church passionate about God and reaching people with His love. The document provides information about the church's regular services and events in March, April, and May, including Sunday services, life groups, and youth programs. It also shares stories from church members about their vision for their family and insights into youth programs like Fueled. The overall document aims to inform readers about upcoming events and opportunities to get involved at Grace Family Church.
This document outlines a church's plan to celebrate its upcoming 50th anniversary by having congregation members participate in 50 outreach ministries over the next few years. It provides examples of potential outreach activities like volunteering at a homeless shelter, food bank, or nursing home. The goal is for congregation members to demonstrate God's love in practical ways in the community, following Jesus' command to love one another. Parishioners are encouraged to get involved and play a role in showing the world around them the love of Christ.
The document discusses becoming a unified Christian Union (CU) through focusing on Jesus' prayer for unity, embracing unity in diversity as God's design, and prioritizing the gospel message and love. It explores how unity was divided in the Corinthian church due to differing views but was restored through emphasizing the primary things of the gospel and showing love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13. The document suggests brainstorming how to be a CU that focuses on the most important things and loves through a case study on handling disagreements over meeting activities in a loving way that keeps unity.
This sermon discusses the importance of worldwide missions and providing a method and motivation for carrying it out. It notes that the basic method is for some to go as missionaries and others to send them. It encourages praying, planning, and prioritizing to determine one's role. The ultimate motivation should be the love of Christ compelling believers to share the gospel around the world.
This article discusses the importance of gratitude through examining Jesus healing the ten lepers and only one returning to give thanks. It notes only one leper, a Samaritan, returned to thank Jesus. The article emphasizes that gratitude is an expression of faith in God and his blessings. Ingratitude leads to apostasy from God. It encourages readers to remember God's blessings and display gratitude.
Mary Jones (563-332-9314; maryjones@mchsi.com)
Purpose: To explore aspects of St. Benedict’s spirituality through
reading, discussion and prayer. St. Benedict lived from 480-547 AD
and established the Rule of St. Benedict which became the foundation
for Western monasticism. His spirituality focused on community,
prayer, work, hospitality and balance. The group will read selections
from the Rule and other Benedictine writings.
Time: 7:00 PM, second and fourth Mondays, January-May
Place: FPC Parlor
Materials: The Rule of St. Benedict (Penguin Classics edition)
available used on amaz
This document contains the text of a 9-day novena in honor of St. John Bosco, with a daily reflection on one of his virtues. Each day includes a prayer, challenge, and invitation to participate in filling a heart-shaped box as part of celebrations for the 75th founding anniversary of the Salesian community. The challenges encourage acts of devotion, charity, and service, especially toward young people and the Salesian mission.
This document discusses topics related to self-identity, family relationships, and sin. It explores what family means and emphasizes honoring parents. It examines the central element of faith being that we are sinners yet loved by God. It discusses how sin destroys relationships with God, creation, and others. It addresses what our image of God is and how repentance brings God's forgiveness. It contains a prayer asking for forgiveness and help to change.
This document provides information about a six-book series of children's Bible devotionals. Each book in the series presents Bible verses with explanations and activities to teach Christian values to children ages 4 and up. The devotionals encourage children to explore lessons through complementary actions, discussions, or activities. The series aims to connect Bible themes and verses in an easy-to-use format that will appeal to both children and parents.
This document is the December newsletter from First Baptist Church of Franklinton. It includes information about upcoming church services and events in December, including Christmas Eve services. It encourages members to commit to 30 days of prayer for the Darzi Muslims of India from November 30th to December 29th. It also provides details about the church's annual Lottie Moon Christmas offering for international missions and opportunities for members to engage in missions work.
This article discusses the different degrees of love and how Jesus demonstrated the greatest love by laying down his life for mankind. It describes Jesus' agony in the garden of Gethsemane and how he willingly sacrificed himself to save humanity from sin. The author emphasizes that nothing can separate believers from Jesus' immense love.
There is hope in the Lord 090624 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
This previous Sunday was given opportunity to share from the Word of God from Mark 3:20-35. Main message was to Christ followers whom are wondering if they are saved and if there is a secret formula. Jesus said that He has won the victory over the strong man (evil one) and hence already has control over the earth. As long as we are living in faith doing His will we can be assured of His forgiveness, and of remaining in His Kingdom. Isn’t this something to be Joyous over?
Eternal Life Planted by Streams 120524 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Today in BLC I shared from the scripture 1 John 5:9-15 where we looked at the author assuring us that when we receive Christ in our lives, we received eternal life. And if eternal life already started for us, we can live life with confidence doing the will of God. The author also assured us that when we pray according to His will, He hears us and will answer.
How do we know His Will? We then went to Psalm 1 the Psalm for today. We learnt to delight in the law of the Lord and be planted as a tree by streams of living water.
Let us do these things as a family together, and continue on serving Him with assurance.
We closed with the song Be it into me according to your Word.
The Encountering Jesus Process 140424 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
This morning I shared from Luke 24:36b-49 when we are in the 3rd Sunday of Easter. I focused on us paying attention when Jesus comes into our lives, encounters us, spends time (eats) with us, enlightens us then shows us how to exit our comfort zones to the people around us.
Let us follow his process and share Him to the world around us.
Whoever serves me must follow me 240324 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Message from John 12:20-33.
Today’s message started with gentiles looking to meet Jesus. However instead of welcoming them, Jesus taught a lesson to his disciples, and from then to his readers and followers today.
If we want to meet him, to follow him, to serve him, it is going to be costly.
Like the first Palm Sunday when people who support him chanted Hossana as he came into the city, yet fled when he was captured and tortured five days later. We need to be prepared that serving him is not going to be a bed of roses.
We can expect opposition, challenge, pain, even unto death.
Are we ready to serve and follow?
We need not search anymore. We know whom we serve and what he wants us to do.
It is time to share his kingdom to the world.
Remember his journey this last week of his life: suffering, death and resurrection.
Remember our own baptisms, and continue to seek him to know him.
How?
We ended the message with the response song: Shepherd of my soul, Only He can guide us sheep as a shepherd would.
God bless you this Palm Sunday!
oday the 4th Sunday in Lent, I shared the Word from John 3:14-21.
Summary. We find it difficult to follow Christ in our lives nowadays due to competing priorities and too many distractions. The Word reminds us to look up to the Christ to remember how God showed his love to us. This season we continue to remember that Jesus lived, died and rose again as part of God’s plan to save us all.
Being his Kingdom people, we need to continue walking and staying in his light, that we might continue to live lives that show the world who God is and who we are in his plan and Kingdom.
We closed the sermon with the response song: Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and all these things will be added unto you.
Is God's temple a marketplace 030324 Christ Centre LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
I shared from John 2:13-22 with the topic: Is God’s temple a marketplace?
Starting with the premise that we are all different as people and all have different ideas about the best way we live life. We try to be efficient, effective, economical, successful… making the most in life.
However, in the Scripture, Jesus made it very clear that God’s temple not meant to be a place for convenience, success, making money, etc. The temple first and foremost is where we meet with God.
Today, the temple is not some venue we go to or a location we visit. God is with us via the Holy Spirit. How do we treat our temples today? Focused on ourselves? Want to live well? Do well? Enjoy life? First and foremost it should be focused on meeting God.
Seek Him first and all the others will take their place accordingly.
Are we prepared to suffer for Christ 250224 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Today preaching from Mark 8:27-38 with the topic: Are we prepared to suffer for Christ?
The gist is we have our own ideas about Jesus and how our lives will be when we follow Him. Peter knew He was the Christ but was wrong in his assumptions of what Jesus’ roles and responsibilities were.
How about us? Do we think life will be nicer and have less challenges when we follow Christ? We will be wrong. Following Christ means putting ourselves at the back. JOY. Jesus first, Yourself last and Others in between.
Jesus promised us challenges and suffering when we follow Him. Are we ready to follow Him? Have hope and faith. In this season of Lent we remember that He suffered and died. But on the third day He rose from the dead and was victorious.
We will suffer but in the end, we will be victorious with Jesus.
Ready to follow Him? Let’s walk this walk together.
We find it difficult? We sang the response song God will make a way, to remind us who we should depend on in this life.
I was given opportunity to minister to the BLC family via the message from Mark 9: 2-9 on Transfiguration Sunday.
From the passage, we did not go into the mystery of the transfiguration but focused on what Peter tried to do and what God said to Peter and John and James.
Peter tried to do stuff for Jesus, but God told them to listen to Jesus, His Son, His beloved.
The learning from this scripture for me is to slow down trying to do things for God, but to obey Him first, which is the command to listen to Jesus. How often have we tried to take things in our own hands, to control our lives, before we take a breath, slow down and listen to what Jesus has to say to us first?
Glad to be able to share from Mark 1: 21-28.
Today we learnt that Jesus is the person to follow and obey and rely on for He is the Subject Matter Expert of our faith. He not only teaches with authority but acts with the power that accompanies that authority.
For us today we can live our lives and faith with confidence in the one we worship as He is the one we worship and it is His Kingdom we are citizens of.
So whatever we do, when we study the Word, when we pray, when we serve, we do it with utmost confidence in Him who sits on the throne.
Come n See Jesus is calling you today 140124 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Today at BLC, was given the opportunity to share from John 1: 43-51. This was when Jesus called Philip, he followed. Then Philip called Nathaniel and persuaded him to Come and See Jesus. Nathaniel had doubts but was amazed when Jesus spoke to him. Jesus then promised him even more amazing things in life when following Jesus.
Some thoughts to go home with include:
1. Did we had a direct encounter with Jesus like Philip? Or through someone like Nathaniel? Think back and recall our own experiences
2. Whichever it was, take the opportunity today to be like Philip and Nathaniel. Share our lives with others, and invite them to Come and See.
3. Can we do this consistently? Only by the grace of God.
Accepted by the King 070124 Damansara Utama LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Entitled Accepted by the King, we looked at Mark 1:4-11. We learnt from John the Baptist that:
1. We are to prepare the way for the Lord;
2. We make a difference and point to Jesus;
3. We play our roles
We also learnt that even as God acknowledged Jesus, we too know our identities as citizens of Kingdom of God, whom can play our roles as witnesses well as we are assured by the King.
As we start the year off, we do our parts as a family:
1. Pointing to Christ
2. Be part of Christ’s family
3. Be filled with the Spirit
4. Remember our baptisms
5. Continue to know the Lord
6. Play various roles
Sharing Christ to the world 171223 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Being the 3rd Sunday of Advent, it was the week of Joy and as last week, we read about John the Baptist (John 1:6-8, 19-38). As he answered his questioners that he was not the Messiah, but was preparing the way for Him, John reminds us today:
1. Remember who we are and who we are not;
2. To share our testimonies as part of our preparing the way of the Lord;
3. Evangelising if done the John way, is done during corporate worship, practised again and again, sharing our stories, to inspire one another
We share by telling:
1. What God has done for me (My Story);
2. What God has done for us (Our Church community’s story); and
3. What is God doing for the world today (Current Story)
Preparing the way by pointing 101223 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
This 2nd week in Advent, I shared from the book of Mark 1:1-8. During this time when Christ followers around the world know that we need to emulate John the Baptist to be a prepared of the way for the coming of Christ, what shall we do?
In a nutshell, my suggestion based on the passage was to:
1. Be a difference in the world;
2. Make a difference where we are;
3. Be a positive change;
4. Point to Jesus as the source of that hope, peace, joy and love that we bring to the world
Then for it to be meaningful pointing, we pray that Jesus is the majesty in our lives, that He is such a big meaning and impact in our lives such that when we point to Jesus, it is evident who we are pointing to.
God bless us all!
Obey in faith as we wait for the Lord 191123 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Sharing from Matt 25:14-30, we looked at the Parable of the Talents. As an example of how the Kingdom of God works, we parallel it like the world today. Where bosses and teachers naturally reward those that see the same vision as them and raise who works hard for them. They then punish those that do not sing the same song.
Similarly, the Kingdom of God works like that process:
1. As Jesus’ disciples, we need to seek the pleasure of the Lord,
2. Utilise the talents or gifts given to us for His purpose,
3. Follow the Lord’s values and purpose;
For the warning is clear: those that do not live as the Kingdom of God requires, will not enjoy the presence of the Lord, and disqualifies himself from the super abundance and buried himself from the joy of the Lord!
Are we following Jesus today?
Preparing for the coming of the Groom 121123 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Matthew 25:1-13 on the Parable of the 10 Virgins.
In this time and age when we are told in Matt 24 to keep alert and keep watch for the Lord returning, the question I ask myself is not am I asleep or awake, but am I prepared?
The 5 foolish virgins were so not because they did not anticipate the coming groom or that they fell asleep, it was them not preparing an extra flask of oil when they had to wait a longer time that anticipated.
How about us Christ followers today? When we first followed Him, we were on fire, passionate, ever ready to serve. We were preparing and were prepared. But as time passed, are we getting tired? Distracted? Have we stopped preparing and started focusing on having what we want in life?
Don’t get me wrong, doing what we need to do in life for a good quality of life in itself is not wrong, but be wary lest we get distracted from preparing for the Lord’s kingdom come.
How do we stay in preparation? Live in anticipation of his coming. Do good in the world. But beyond that: share the Gospel, and make disciples of all nations…. How do we make disciples? That is for another message. Til then, God bless you all.
Should we pay taxes to the emperor 221023 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
We dont see the need to give to those that dont deserve it. Regardless, authorities over us have a purpose. As best as possible, give to them what are theirs, be it respect, obedience, effort, time, etc: eg parents, employers, governments.... but remember all belongs to God, so always put God in the foremost of our thoughts and actions... what does God want in any scenario?
Jesus questions the authority of the chief priests and elders when they question his authority. He tells a parable about two sons, one who says he will work but does not, and one who refuses but later helps. This parable illustrates that those who do God's will, like tax collectors and prostitutes who believe John the Baptist, have more authority than those like the elders who only talk but do not act on their faith. The message is that we should search our hearts to see if we are talkers who only say we follow God's will but do not act, or walkers who at first seemed unlikely but are advancing God's kingdom through their deeds.
Community Restoration The Jesus Way 100923 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Today was Youth Sunday as I shared from Matthew 18:15-20 at BLC. Today we are reminded from the reading just before this that we are to be like children, trusting in the Lord and His message. Also we are reminded that Jesus puts those that are least and most vulnerable as priorities in His Kingdom.
The main points from our reading today:
1. We live as a community to be an example of God’s Kingdom
2. We have issues, and we must resolve them following Jesus’ way
3. We strive as a family to resolve relationship issues for the restoration of the community
4. How the church functions speak as a testimony on how the Kingdom of God should be
So, strive to serve and act as a example as a community of believers, not as individual superheroes.
Service in the Body of Christ 270823 Holy Light LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
Shared from Romans 12:1-8. Reminded myself and congregation the following:
1. It is God’s mercy which was the first step, worship is our response;
2. We need to allow God to transform our minds to see His perspective, or else we will be following the ways of the world ;
3. Be careful of pride, lest it makes us forget we are the followers of Christ and not the other way;
4. When we serve, we do it together as one body;
5. We also serve according to the measure given to us, there is no need to compare with others
Rest Trust n Recharge in the Lord 130823 Bangsar LC.pptxJohn Cheah, CAMS
This morning in BLC, I got to share from Matthew 14:22-33 under the title: Rest, Trust and Recharge in the Lord!
Main point was that when we get tired striving, we try many of our own ways to rest and recharge, but they are all inadequate without the presence of Jesus.
So we just need to remember that as followers of Christ we get true rest from Jesus’ presence, and we learn also from Jesus’ example to recharge in the midst of ministry.
The Vulnerabilities of Individuals Born Under Swati Nakshatra.pdfAstroAnuradha
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
Protector & Destroyer: Agni Dev (The Hindu God of Fire)Exotic India
So let us turn the pages of ancient Indian literature and get to know more about Agni, the mighty purifier of all things, worshipped in Indian culture as a God since the Vedic time.
Chandra Dev: Unveiling the Mystery of the Moon GodExotic India
Shining brightly in the sky, some days more than others, the Moon in popular culture is a symbol of love, romance, and beauty. The ancient Hindu texts, however, mention the Moon as an intriguing and powerful being, worshiped by sages as Chandra.
The Enchantment and Shadows_ Unveiling the Mysteries of Magic and Black Magic...Phoenix O
This manual will guide you through basic skills and tasks to help you get started with various aspects of Magic. Each section is designed to be easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions.
A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
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The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
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2nd issue of Volume 15. A magazine in urdu language mainly based on spiritual treatment and learning. Many topics on ISLAM, SUFISM, SOCIAL PROBLEMS, SELF HELP, PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH, SPIRITUAL TREATMENT, Ruqya etc.A very useful magazine for everyone.
5. What happened just before this…?
Message: We need to be in connection / relationship with Jesus so that we can
be the channel of the Holy Spirit to produce the Fruit of the Spirit for the benefit
of the world around us for the glory of God the Father
16. What is the message today…?
To those whom are trying to understand the Christian message…
The Christian message is simple:
God’s love for the world was shown through Jesus and by Jesus to the rest of the
world.