Theme was “Reclaiming our Financial Faith: Keeping God bigger than our Wallets”
Supporting Scripture was (Matthew 6:24)
Personal Notes of the Sermon:
- Jesus reminds us that, “No one can serve two masters.” This truth hits home, especially when we recognize how easily money can take the place of God in our lives.
- (1 Timothy 6:9-10) When we allow money to dictate our decisions and priorities, we risk losing sight of our true purpose.
- (2 Corinthians 9:8) To reclaim our financial faith, we must intentionally prioritize stewardship over scarcity, recognizing that our resources are gifts from God meant for His glory and to help others.
- (Philippians 4:19) Practicing gratitude can shift our focus from what we lack to the abundance of blessings that’s already present in our lives.
- (Hebrews 10:24-25) Surrounding ourselves with a community that values faith over finances can strengthen our resolve to keep God at the forefront.
- (Matthew 6:19-21) Regarding our relationship with money, we must remember that our true treasure lies not in our wallets but in a deep, abiding relationship with God.
It’s such a slippery slope for churches. Like any business, or family, or country… a church needs money to operate. So we get sermons like this---- No one can serve two masters… which in and of itself is an admission that the church is doing just that, isn’t it? The church leader hones right in on money-- because they need it, to stay in business, to expand and grow and carry on.
Just like the government-- it’s never quite enough. And if they could have you give a little more, of course-- they could do a little more.
The preacher delivered a message from Revelation 20, emphasizing God’s design for humanity to be made in the image of Christ. He discussed how, despite being God’s crowning creation, many still reject Him. He highlighted the importance of not procrastinating, as it is one of the Devil’s most powerful tools. He also spoke on the first and second resurrections, reminding us that God will glorify and transform believers to be like Christ.
Mark 1:29-39, Jesus heals many and preaches throughout galliee while also taking time to connect with the Father through prayer. We had a guest preacher from Malawi this morning.
Simply stating what passage was referenced, doesn’t really inform anybody regarding what the message was ‘about’ does it? Maybe you and @WrenFaithBridger could add some bullet points or key thoughts.
Being reviled or persecuted because you follow CHRIST is not the same as being disagreed with or even mocked because of YOU (rude behavior, temper, racist views, mean spirit, hurtful words, etc.
Persecution for being a Christian is not an issue in America, but is a very real issue in other world areas.
How dare we put ourselves in the same basket with those who face true persecution for living faithfully for God?
Do our tempers, attitudes, and actions line up with the Beatitudes?
Our series, Beyond Measure - The Greatness of God continued, examining the love, mercy and goodness of God. The passage was Exodus 34:1-8.
“The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin”
This follows last week’s focus on God’s righteousness, and justice, and wrath - a really uncomfortable subject to talk about.
Matt. 5:8,9 Prov 3:5., 4:23
The Heart
Fountain of evil or Sea of.saving faith?
Pure = unmixed complete devotion to God. No conflicting interest: peacemaker, not rabble rouser. Priests, not politicians. Love, not hate.
Prodigal son had a change of heart.
The inability to see God in a heart issue, not an eye issue.
The preacher spoke how Genesis 1 reveals God’s unmatched power and creativity in speaking all life and creation into existence. He reminded us that, like God’s perfect creation, we are called to trust His wisdom, embrace our unique roles, and faithfully follow Him, even when His plan doesn’t make sense.