Download the mp3 One of the characteristics of a child of God is that you are a peacemaker. Another is that you will face persecution for His name’s sake.Misconceptions about PeacemakingIt is not avoidingIt is not appeasing3 Ways that Unresolved Conflict Hurts YouIt blocks fellowship with God – 1 John 4:20It blocks prayers – 1 […]
Continue readingDownload the mp3 Grace is getting what we don’t deserve.Mercy is not getting what we do deserve.IntroductionWe need to be merciful because God showed mercy to usGod commands us to be mercifulWe’re going to need mercy in the futureShowing mercy brings happinessHow can we practice being “merciful”?Be patient with people’s quirksHelp anyone hurting around usGive […]
Continue readingDownload the mp3 If you are not hungry for God, then you are full of yourself.IntroductionMeek – Greek word “protace”Used to refer to a wild stallion that has been tamedMeek = strength under control1 Peter 5:6Seven Benefits of Being “Meek”Meekness defuses conflictMeekness disarms criticsMeekness is persuasiveMeekness is attractiveMeekness earns respectMeekness is a witness to unbelieversMeekness […]
Continue readingDownload the mp3 God wants us to be happy, to be blessed in our lives.Introduction”Blessed” – Greek word – “Makarios” – Happy”Poor in spirit” – I humbly depend on God instead of myselfPsalm 146:5Five Ways to be “Poor in Spirit”I depend on God’s wisdom, not mineI depend on God’s strength, not mineI depend on God’s […]
Continue readingDownload the mp3 We all need to step out of our comfort zone and start fishing for friends.Fishers of menMatthew 4:18-19; Mark 1:16-17Proverbs 18:24How to start conversationsF – from: Where are you from? Ask about familyR – role, responsibilities, recreationI – interestsE – educationN – neighborhoodD – denominationS – Scripture, SaviorMore “S” conversationsShort – Romans […]
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