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To give you a new beginning. We can still love each other when we see things differently. You drove out the nations, and planted it. In much the same way, the church today bears the name of Jesus Christ; the question is, how well do we know him as Lord and Savior? Review these five truths. What we need most is not more activity, not even more religious activity. The Wisdom of the Holy Spirit MP3 Package. No matter what Im here, Im all in. This shows us that another aspect of abiding in Jesus is remaining in Jesus. THE SAME ROLE THAT JESUS PLAYED IN THE PHYSICAL HE WILL ALSO PLAY IN THE SPIRIT AS THE. Having trouble logging into your account? In Him we can do anything that He calls us to do, but apart from Him we will dry up, run on empty, and cease to be useful or productive on any level. When we do that the fruit that comes out is the fruit of a life that is transformed by Jesus. Stop the madness. What do I do about calling a priest father at my Catholic University? Prayer FatherIm overwhelmed with Church is NOT Something You do, it's a Family to Connect With. For he holds the whole body together with its joints and ligaments, and it grows as God nourishes it. You are being transformed into Jesus likeness: Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Galatians 5:22-23. The idea is staying connected to Jesus. THEY DIDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT STUMBLING IN THE DARK BECAUSE THE PILLAR OF FIRE GAVE THEM LIGHT AND GUIDANCE. Once you find the Book of Psalms, youre sure to find some words you can relate to. For many of us, the things that we do that should draw us closer to Christ have just become activities that we need to check off of our daily list. endobj As we trust Jesus Christ, Gods Spirit will produce his character within us and empower us to be his witnesses. THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL HAD A VISUAL MANIFESTATION OF THE ABIDING PRESENCE OF GOD, AS LONG AS THEY STAYED IN THE CAMP THE THEY DIDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT BEING AMBUSHED BY THE ENEMY BECAUSE THE CLOUD CLOAKED THEIR POSITION. We all wish it could be that easy, dont we? Francis Chan says that American Christians have become like the people of Israel. xoxo. The years of her illness and death were the most God-awful years of my life. stream My #musicpic will keep you dancing! )c 5[ax`;wq cW~rDem zy)ooV#Fh5:8Y`7,*Lzd_PUP _@mnO[ma i&+l`yDf&Fft!A^V#I7]',??-D.2rUjR(~$nci'-T LG~V9( ml,oolb2n'. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. When I first came here I had several people who came to me and said, Im burnt out and tired and need a break. In every case that I know of we made a way for people to step down from their place of service so that they could rest and heal. It can deliver water as long as you need it to because it is continuously and directly connected to its source of power. Keep staying connected Well, he didnt present his idea to the congregation. To abide is to continue, to stay, to remain. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. and hope doesnt disappoint us, Once were cut off from the wellspring of Gods Spirit, we begin to wither and die. JESUS THROUGH THE GOSPEL OF JOHN PROCLAIMED TO THE WORLD THAT THE SAME I AM THAT DELIVERED THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL FORM EGYPT IS THE SAME I AM IN THE IN THE FLESH OF JESUS. But, you must continually draw from the proper power source. God uses the hardships of life to strengthen our faith and make us better disciples of Jesus Christ. He is the vine (the source of power and strength) we are the branches (the conduit that His power flows through). Bless him. We idolize pastors, teachers, missionaries, and other religious leaders. that feels the knife to prune it for a larger growth, a fuller life So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. Jesus Spirit living in you has begun this change, and he will continue his work throughout your life (Philippians 1:6). ~Sherry The key to staying connect to Jesus is that the attitude behind our actions is about drawing us closer to Him. The point behind these activities is to help us grow closer to Jesus as individuals. We desperately need to directly connect with Him. Some of us, though, would rather settle for a poor imitation of Jesus. for apart from me you can do nothing. (4-5). Its no secret so often, when kids strike out on their own, they quit going to church. God uses the hardships of our lives to strengthen our faith and make us fit disciples in the building of his kingdom on earth. We arrived at 1am and opened the door to an overwhelming stench. Reflect on what you read. 3 0 obj High School graduation is an awesome time, both for the graduating seniors and their parents. 4 AND, BEING ASSEMBLED TOGETHER WITH THEM, COMMANDED THEM THAT THEY SHOULD NOT DEPART FROM JERUSALEM, BUT WAIT FOR THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER, WHICH, SAITH HE, YE HAVE HEARD OF ME. Used by permission. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty Denomination: You cannot produce fruit alone. for apart from me you can do nothing. (John 15:5). According to Jesus, that kind of prayer power is available to every believer. But he did think about it. Unfortunately, it was just an elevator. Power Outage: The Importance of Staying Connected. A computer has all the potential to do what it was created to do, but it has no power of its own. Fighting in Sudan has continued for nearly two weeks since it began on April 15, when violence broke out between the country's army and a paramilitary group called 3. Take the kids to school. God wants us to stay joyful and have victory in the midst of everyday life because the world needs to see His power working through believers like you and me. (LogOut/ The vinedresser prunes the branches to make them strong and productive. Also, I was committed to her in our dating relationship, but not fully committed because there was no promise, at that point, to stay with her no matter what. Part of the issue is that some of us are still dating Jesus when He asked us to marry Him. So, stay plugged into the Word of God. On our own we will run out of steam and ultimately become useless. You want everything to be just right. All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. Have an awesome week Think how wonderful it would be to have such harmony with God that you knew what He wanted you to do and your prayers were answered every time. The Bible has your answer, choose a topic below. 21 AND THE LORD WENT BEFORE THEM BY DAY IN A PILLAR OF A CLOUD, TO LEAD THEM THE WAY; AND BY NIGHT IN A PILLAR OF FIRE, TO GIVE THEM LIGHT; TO GO BY DAY AND NIGHT: 22 HE TOOK NOT AWAY THE PILLAR OF THE CLOUD BY DAY, NOR THE PILLAR OF FIRE BY NIGHT, FROM BEFORE THE PEOPLE. Christs death on the cross took care of your disease; Gods grace has removed your sin from you. Start with prayer, then read a few verses of the Bible, then spend some time in the company of other Christians. Gods promise is to never leave or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). For over 55 years in ministry, Kenneth and Gloria Copeland share the biblical message of hope and BLESSING globally from the KCM headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. As you do so, you will get to know and understand him betterthis One who loves you dearly. 4 Being Connected, CONNECTS YOU TO GOD'S FAMILY, A Christians without a Church Family is a Spiritual Orphan. Jesus said, I am the vine; you are the branches. He is the power source, we are the ones His power flows through. Were proud of your accomplishments, and we wish you Godspeed as you walk across the stage, receive your diploma and step over the threshold into the world of opportunity that awaits you. 2. Positive religious reframing can help people transcend stressful times by enabling them to see a tragedy as an opportunity to grow closer to a higher power or to improve their lives, as is the case with Bajwa. Fostering a sense of connectedness. Against such things there is no law. Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. 1 0 obj Rufus Moseley, a great man of God who went to heaven some years ago, once said, Life in Jesus is gloriously easy. ANOTHER BENEFIT - YOU ARE LOVED AND ACCEPTED. The Holy Spirit enables us to obey God in his strength rather than our own. WebIts a word we all need to hear: Whether you change jobs, move to a new location, retire, experience the death of a loved one, enter a new chapter of your life, stay connected. Think about that for a moment. And that's the kind of connection we all want. Real change must deal with the reality of sin and the effects of that sin upon our lives. All this is to say, when Jesus said, I am the true vine, his listeners would have known exactly what he was talking about. Q. Youre able to keep that vital connection and trust Him to take care of everything else. The problem was, hed rationalized about it so long, hed convinced himself it was O.K. ANSWERED PRAYERS ARE CONTINGENT AND NOT AUTOMATIC. I didnt get this posted in time for Administrative Assistants day, but let me tell you about this girl. Remain in me, and I will remain in you. Whether you leave home to go to college, get married, enter the work force or join a branch of the armed forces, stay connected to the Body of Christ. For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. (Psalms 91:1-2, 10-11). You are the branches. When I was a child, I learned the secret of opening the Bible to the middle and finding the Book of Psalms. A bit later, the doors would open and out walked some more people. We are just branches. So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. Youve given everything that you can thinking that it would bring you satisfaction and fulfillment, but you feel dry and empty and the harder you try the more dry and empty you feel. Take Psalm 91, for example: He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Discover more treasure: Work through your Personal Discovery Guide to review what you learned in todays Together Session and discover more of the riches that are yours in your relationship with Christ. Spend time with Him and spend time doing what He made you for. When you lose power, a UPS prevents damage to your valuable equipment. What is declared about you now in Ephesians 2:5? Help me never to take that for granted. God has called us to stand together! You will never be alone! Looking for a church home? For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. The Only Connection that will Last Forever is with the Lord and the Body of Christ. Some are unaware of the treasure of the Holy Spirit living inside them. xoxo. One of the Benefits of being connected is you get SUPPORT AND STABILITY. Read John 16:13-15. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 9. What Kind of Fruit is Produced when I am Connected? Prayer is the lifeline of any healthy life of faith. He was believed in throughout the world We need to realize that the problem lies with us. Weighing only 7.7 pounds, the River 2 is lightweight and easy to transport, but it boasts an impressive battery life of up to 50 hours on a single charge. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. What does Jesus promise to those who come to him? 1. To teach you. Write observations of what you see and how you feel about the truth in the space given. These qualities of Jesus character will grow in your life. And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. Love the imagery, Sherry, and the prayer reminder. Another Benefit of Being Connected is You get LIFE AND GROWTH, 3. Our past cannot be undone. Think of it as having a disease (sinfulness) that led to death (no life). Take a good look at your calendar/ schedule. Sermons And I like to believe that, beyond the pain of the moment, theres a bigger picture we cant always see, but we can trust and, so, believe that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28). <>>> that you, whose life has borne some fruit, might now bear much (more).. We had that happen to a bag of fresh cut potatoes for fries at my parents race track. Were too busy. A faucet, on the other hand, is continually connected to a source of water. With a dead battery, the tool is worthless. Where can we find the power that is able to produce this real and true transformation in our lives today? Melanie has written many Bible study guides (available on Bible.org and her website me More. Any day of the year, we're here for you! 38 THEN PETER SAID UNTO THEM, REPENT, AND BE BAPTIZED EVERY ONE OF YOU IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST FOR THE REMISSION OF SINS, AND YE SHALL RECEIVE THE GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST. Praise God. Prioritize that time around your Savior. A final issue that Ill mention is that we are just in too big of a hurry. Id never wish this on anyone. FatherIm overwhelmed with the thought that God who created the universe wants to stay involved with me. The joy of salvation comes from knowing Gods presence, trusting that your sins are forgiven and having the assurance that in every situation and circumstance, God is with you, you are not alone. Thank you so much for praying for my husband. it must remain in the vine. I think this is what Paul meant when he said to the Romans, We also rejoice in our sufferings, Others choose to ignore the Spirits work in their lives and follow their own desires instead. Read Galatians 5:16. In my secular job, I depend heavily upon power tools. She came to him and asked, Lord, dont you carethat my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Find a verse or two and let them give you comfort and strength. As he rounded the corner, we waved once more, feeling the pangs of grief in our hearts, as our little boy ventured out into the world to make his mark. Kenneth Copeland Ministries' mission is to minister the Word of Faith, by teaching believers who they are in Christ Jesus; taking them from the milk of the Word to the meat, and from religion to reality. Let Gods Spirit flow through your veins and keep you strong and healthy through the various transitions of life we all experience. Tell her to help me!, 41Martha, Martha,the Lord answered,you are worriedand upset about many things,42but one thing is needed. Read Ephesians 5:18. because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts See why more than 377,000 Christians have joined with usand how you can, too! You cleared the ground for it. What is the choice given? I dont know much about horticulture, but from what I understand, pruning the branches makes the plant healthier and more productive. People would walk through the open doors. THE REVELATION OF JESUS, AS POWERFUL AS IT IS. As the branch cant bear fruit by itself, As long as you live on earth, you will not only have the Holy Spirit living inside you, but you will also have your own flesh still with you and its desire for self-gratification. I will make a helper who is just right for him., "The More Connections You Have, the Larger Your Perspective Will Be.". Your own hormones and desires will crave to be filled. Neither can you bear fruit Right now we could sure use them. Its the difference between being a pitcher and a faucet. Begin working on this weeks verse Galatians 5:22-23. WE WERE CREATED FOR CONNECTIONS Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. We desperately need to directly connect with Him. THURSDAYHeart Encouragement ThursdayCrystal Storms, Chasing CommunityBarbara Bradford Ottinger To give you life. Everyone is needed to make the body complete. The focus of the branch is just to stay connected to the vine. Life will be a continual battle between the desire to do things your wayor Christs way. We dont want to suggest that God intentionally hurts us or causes us pain. Not even more religious activity. Here are a few of those notes: - It is essential, vital, of utmost importance, top priority, A #1, to stay connected to your Power Source. If we went without food for as often as we went without reading our Bibles or seeking God, how weak would our flesh get? In the same manner, we HAVE to stay connected daily to God. When you think of what God has done for youand how much your God loves youis there any other choice? A thousand times, yes. PDVodb_. So in times of adversity our greatest resource is each other, and the power of God. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! But, in Gods eyes, you are totally new! IT CONNECTS YOU TO GOD'S ETERNAL TEMPLE. Try it sometime. Praying you stay connected to the vine. - It is essential, vital, of utmost importance, top priority, A #1, to stay connected to your Power Source. Put aside distractions and get immersed in God's Word. Some of you may be listening to this and wondering where the easy yolk, light burden, and abundant life are. During His ministry we are given pictures of Jesus doing this. Could be a small child or family member with health problems. THIS IS HOW WE RE-CONNECT TO THE GREAT I AM, AND WILL SEND US THE COMFORTER TO ABIDE WITH US. What we need to remember is that, in the Old Testament, the vine was a common image for the people of Israel. They cut themselves off from their extended family of faith. Do you find yourself irritable more often than normal? Another Benefit of Being Connected is, YOUT GET POWER TO CHANGE! In his Letter to the Romans, Paul writes, For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, When we do things in our own power we are like a pitcher. Happy birthday, Liv! We must get our lives plugged into the Power Source. Last summer I borrowed a chain saw from Dean Akin and went to work pruning the trees around the house. KPMGs smart audit platform, KPMG Clara, will now use MindBridges technology to help unleash the power of AI into audits, further enabling the identification of unexpected You must stay joined to me. If we went without food for as often as we went without reading The lure of lifes pleasures and old habits will tug at you. And as conscious as weve all become about charging phones and devices, we still forget that without Him we can do nothing!, Michele.EXACTLY!!! Push all day to deal with unrealistic deadlines, unsympathetic bosses, or uncooperative customers. Ask for what you need and even what you want. She was doing all the work and everyone else was hanging out with Jesus. This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth. 5 I Our past cannot be undone. It was obvious that he had his mind made up. It is the same with you. The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. Now we live together. If the congregation agreed, then Id give him my blessing, as well as my full support; but if not, he needed to reconsider. You give all that you can to meet the needs of someone that you love dearly while still trying to balance everything else that you need to do, but wind up feeling like youve got too many plates spinning and everyday you watch as something comes crashing down.