God is Faithful to his people. He is faithful to keep all his promises to his children. Download the free powerpoint and listen to the Youtube sermon at Bibleguy.org
What is faith in God? How does the believer increase in faith? What parallels can you make between your growth in faith and Elijahs? What lessons in faith did Elijah learn at the brook at Cherith? …at the widow’s home at Zarephath? Describe your Cherith and Zarephath experiences. Explain the significance of Elijah’s meeting with Obadiah after Cherith & Zarephath and before Mt. Carmel. After such a triumphant victory at Mt. Carmel over the 450 prophets and priests of Baal why did Elijah run? Did his running demonstrate a lack of faith? Where did he run to? False gods promise what only the one true God can provide. What false gods do you see being worshiped in the culture around you?
Name your Jericho - anxiety, fear, negative thinking, lust, anger, impatience or something else. What walls need to come down, what strongholds of sin need to be destroyed? (2 Cor. 10:4-6) List lessons we can learn from Israel at Jericho that help us understand the abundant life of a Christian?
The calling of Jeremiah. Difference in the call with Isaiah.
Illustrations of the Almond tree, the boiling pot, the potters shop. Favorite verses in Jeremiah.
God is Faithful to his people. He is faithful to keep all his promises to his children. Download the free powerpoint and listen to the Youtube sermon at Bibleguy.org
What is faith in God? How does the believer increase in faith? What parallels can you make between your growth in faith and Elijahs? What lessons in faith did Elijah learn at the brook at Cherith? …at the widow’s home at Zarephath? Describe your Cherith and Zarephath experiences. Explain the significance of Elijah’s meeting with Obadiah after Cherith & Zarephath and before Mt. Carmel. After such a triumphant victory at Mt. Carmel over the 450 prophets and priests of Baal why did Elijah run? Did his running demonstrate a lack of faith? Where did he run to? False gods promise what only the one true God can provide. What false gods do you see being worshiped in the culture around you?
Name your Jericho - anxiety, fear, negative thinking, lust, anger, impatience or something else. What walls need to come down, what strongholds of sin need to be destroyed? (2 Cor. 10:4-6) List lessons we can learn from Israel at Jericho that help us understand the abundant life of a Christian?
The calling of Jeremiah. Difference in the call with Isaiah.
Illustrations of the Almond tree, the boiling pot, the potters shop. Favorite verses in Jeremiah.
Upon coming to the Promised Land, the Hebrews must choose whether to embrace the future God has led them to, or to turn away. The metaphor is for the Kingdom of God that we as Christians profess. "Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done..." but when it means risking our comfort and convenience, will we too turn away?
40 Days and 40 Nights_Jesus our ComforterStephen Palm
Another name for Mt. Sinai is Mt. Horeb. Several weeks ago, we saw in Exodus 24 that Moses fasted and waited atop Mt. Sinai for 40 days and 40 nights, waiting for God to deliver His Law to His people. And then, we saw in Deuteronomy 9 that after Aaron made the golden calf idol and the nation worshipped this Egyptian god, the God of Israel threatened to destroy the nation of Israel and make a new nation descended from Moses. But instead of allowing himself to become the new focal point of biblical history, Moses interceded in prayer for 40 days and 40 nights atop Sinai and begged God to relent. And now, we find ourselves nearly 500 years later. After defeating the prophets of the pagan god Baal on Mt. Carmel, Elijah the prophet has learned that evil Queen Jezebel is seeking revenge. He flees for 40 days and 40 nights and in great fear he sits atop Mt. Horeb, the same mountain that Moses spent two such 40-day jaunts. Elijah wishes he was never born, but God ministers to him and comforts him. And in this we see a picture of Jesus, who gently nurtures His people and ultimately promises the Holy Spirit as the greatest comforter of all time.
Does that seem a tad harsh?
Whoever reads the Old Testament must struggle with the apparent brutality of God’s judgment found there. For many this is as far as they read. They stumble over the violent passages we call the “hard sayings.”
In this chapter I want to stare the Old Testament God right in the eye. I want to look at the most difficult, most offensive passages we can find in the Old Testament and see if we can make any sense of them.
We will look at the swift and sudden judgment that falls upon Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron; we will look at God striking Uzzah dead for touching the ark of the covenant;
…we will look at the lengthy list of crimes for which God commanded capital punishment; we will look at the slaughter of women and children allegedly done under the orders of God.
Take heed. This chapter is not for the weak of stomach or of heart. We will stare into the abyss of the Most Terrible, if you are willing to read along.
Some people see these sayings as sufficient reason to reject Christianity out of hand. They seem ample reason to hold the Old Testament God in contempt. Others try to soften the blow by turning the Old Testament into a religious parable or by applying a method of scissors and paste, assigning the more brutal passages to the level of primitive myth.
Some even go so far as to argue that the Old Testament God is a different God from the New Testament God—a shadowy God with a bad temper, a kind of demonic deity whose blazing wrath is beneath the dignity of the New Testament God of love.
Genesis 2:16–17 (NIV2011) And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die.”
We have grown used to the mercy of God. We have come to expect the mercy of God. We have come to believe that we deserve the mercy of God.
We have grown used to the mercy of God. We have come to expect the mercy of God. We have come to believe that we deserve the mercy of God.
We have grown used to the mercy of God. We have come to expect the mercy of God. We have come to believe that we deserve the mercy of God.
Don’t Grumble!
Complaining is like scratching an itch.
The more you complain about your husband, the worse he gets
The more you complain about your wife, the worse she gets
The more you complain about your job, the worse it gets
The more you complain about your health, the worse you feel.
Proverbs 17:22 (NIV2011) A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
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Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
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.
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
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
8. Your word is a
lamp to my feet
and a light for
my path.
Psalm 119:105
(NIV)
9.
10. Go, gather together all
the Jews who are in
Susa, and fast for me. Do
not eat or drink for three
days, night or day. I and
my maids will fast as you
do. When this is done, I
will go to the king, even
though it is against the
law. And if I perish, I
perish.
Esther 4:16 (NIV)
12. If we are thrown
into the blazing
furnace, the God
we serve is able
to save us from
it, and he will
rescue us from
your hand, O
king
13. But even if he does
not, we want you
to know, O
king, that we will
not serve your gods
or worship the
image of gold you
have set up.
Daniel 3:17-18
(NIV)
19. Which best describes your
spiritual growth?
• “rapid,”
• “moderate,”
• “slow but steady,” or
• “I’m content with my
spiritual growth.”
• “stalled.”
Hawkins, Greg L.; Parkinson, Cally (2011-07-15). Move: What 1,000 Churches Reveal about Spiritual Growth
(Kindle Locations 2773-2774). Zondervan. Kindle Edition.
29. So we rebuilt the
wall till all of it
reached half its
height, for the
people worked
with all their heart.
Nehemiah 4:6 (NIV)
30. Meanwhile, the
people in Judah
said, “The strength of
the laborers is giving
out, and there is so
much rubble that we
cannot rebuild the
wall.”
Nehemiah 4:10 (NIV)
32. We saw the Nephilim
there (the descendants
of Anak come from the
Nephilim). We seemed
like grasshoppers in our
own eyes, and we
looked the same to
them.
Numbers 13:33 (NIV)
33.
34. Your children will be
shepherds here for
forty years, suffering
for your
unfaithfulness, until
the last of your bodies
lies in the desert.
Numbers 14:33 (NIV)
35. For forty years--one
year for each of the
forty days you explored
the land--you will suffer
for your sins and know
what it is like to have
me against you.
Numbers 14:34 (NIV)
37. I know your deeds, that
you are neither cold nor
hot. I wish you were either
one or the
other! So, because you are
lukewarm—neither hot nor
cold—I am about to spit
you out of my mouth.
Revelation 3:15-16 (NIV)
