If we are honest in our desire to please God, not self, our first step is to check our own heart. We’re all still human after all. Most of our thinking is about us. We all have our own experiences, needs, and desires. We naturally interpret things through those lenses. Because of this, a heart check may be in order.
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What if We Practice What We Preach?
Jesus, the Christ, will be in our midst as we lift our voices in worship. It doesn’t matter if the band is good or the songs uplifting. It only matters that we praise Him and please Him. When I realize that I am there for Him, not Him for me, miracles happen, and opportunities follow.
Sunday Supernaturally: Party Time!
It's Father’s Day. If anybody should be grateful for having a good father, it’s us. People have all kinds of reactions to the idea of “father” based on their own experience. My earthly dad was a nice enough guy, but when I found out how good my Heavenly Father is, it blew me away!
It’s Pentecost! This is that!
From the very first moments of this age of the Spirit, God has been moving in ways that are tangible, that we can see and hear. We the people of the Spirit are not just teaching a theoretical faith. The Holy Spirit is not a doctrine, He’s a person. This is that.
A failed apostle, four different viewpoints, and a one-eared servant
God knows us each by name. Everyone you meet today, including you, has a role to play. We're all important and necessary, but we can't do it alone. If He can use a failed apostle, four different viewpoints, and a one-eared servant to impact the world, He can use you!
Sunday Supernaturally: Less Petition, More Praise
Most of us spend way too much time asking God to give us things He's already given and do things He's already done. What we need is a revelation of what it means to be "in Him." Let's pray for that.
Sunday Supernaturally: Change Your Tomorrow
Life is not random. Jesus has given us the opportunity for input in what our future will be. “If you don’t like what you’re getting, change what you’re giving.” To change tomorrow, plant seed today.
Sunday Supernaturally: Holy Spirit, Guide!
As you cruise through your day, pay attention. God will move you to the right spot, talking to the right person, with just the right word. Maybe even as you go into church today. You are on a mission. He has a plan. Follow it.
People Need Purpose
One of the more common phrases in our Christian world is “I’m going to pray about it.” In this case we’re talking about praying about God’s direction and purpose for your life and ministry. So what does that mean? How do I “look out to see what he will say to me”?
Sunday Supernaturally: He’s Alive. Pass it on!
And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins. 1 Corinthians 15:17 ESV He's alive. That changed everything.
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