Together we can grasp and be filled with the infinite God; because of love, for His glory.

Christmas Eve

May God strengthen you with power so that Christ dwells in your heart.

Some mysteries have been solved. Others still wait for future revelation.

Identity—Who am I?  Calling—What am I called to do?  Assignment—Where is God leading me? 

You are no longer excluded.  Now you belong: fellow citizens with God's people; members of God's household; a temple.  How do we live it? Submit to the Lordship of Jesus.

God’s grace gives us a new position - in Christ Jesus; frame of mind - humility; perspective - His artistry; responsibility - good works; outlook - reconciliation

What we were/are: dead, enslaved and condemned.  What we are/could be: made alive, raised up and seated in the heavenly places.

The sad reality of alienation in our world has been rectified through Jesus Christ so that we might be brought into one family.

The church works best when Jesus Christ is the head, we act as His body and we seek a strong connection.

God wants us to grasp hope, inheritance and power.

The free will of man and the sovereignty of God may feel irreconcilable but they work together to bring great assurance of our salvation in Christ.

God wants us to be aware of the power of encouragement, thanksgiving and prayer.

In him, we have redemption through His blood.

Who's picking whom? Don't be a Know-It-All.  Destination Certainty.  What else should we know?

God blesses us in Christ.

A healthy/wealthy church has a solid foundation, power and presence, a culture of community, depth and width.

The book of John tells us we need to become followers of Jesus if we are to be a part of His kingdom family, being part of His family means we will spend eternity with Jesus, and where we will know and see our heavenly Father face to face.

The commitment he made, the opportunity he was given, the warnings he heard, the choices he made and the outcome he embraced.

In redeeming our past, God invites our love, commissions a new future, prepares us for sacrifice and calls us to follow.

Jesus prays for us that we might live in unity, see His glory, be aware of the dangers of the world and join His rescue crew.

The bigness of God; childlike faith; God and us; God, us and creation; the bigness of God.

A cry for help, a plea for justice, a reason for praise.

Jesus intercedes, encourages and prays: protection, unity, give them joy, sanctify them.

Acknowledge the truth of our situation. Humble ourselves before God: plead for God's mercy, be honest about our affliction, make bold requests, give God the credit. Move forward in confidence.

History (Return to Judah, Alexander the Great, Maccabean Revolt) and the Political World of Jesus' Time (Sadducees, Pharisees).

Notice His posture, His Father, His glory and His work.

The source of hate and persecution; past and present reality; our future; the Holy Spirit comes to help.

To pursue the good life, we must avoid the thieves of life, embrace the Giver of life and enjoy the substance of life.

I must recognize the Sovereignty of God, I must understand my position in Christ, I must deal with my sin, I must live a life that's pleasing to God, I must say, "Yes" to the Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit offers to be our helper, guide us, give wisdom and wise council, direct us, comfort and convict, bring hope, enhance our prayer lives, develop our character, give gifts and infuse us with His power.

Hannah had deep brokenness, wanted to be a participant in the future of God's people. In her brokenness she went to God, was bold enough to believe in God to hear, gave a vow to God, gave her son to serve God, her ongoing faithfulness to God instilled a heart of worship in her son.  Her response was one of worship, thankfulness and awe.

Inspiration, Illumination, Conviction, Regeneration, Adoption, Indwelling.

The Holy Spirit is a person, which means he has a soul: mind, will and emotions.

Three key questions concerning the Holy Spirit: Why is it important to understand the Holy Spirit? Why is it important that the Holy Spirit is God? What is the Holy Spirit's primary ministry to us?

Jesus understood everything that happened was for the glory of God (His Father). Life is not without uncertainty, but Jesus is always a certainty. Jesus feels and cares deeply (for us). Jesus died and rose from the dead. Some get it and some don’t; some want it and some pass on it!

What is the Resurrection? Why is the Resurrection important?  What did the Resurrection accomplish?

Good Friday

The accusation, interrogation and negotiation.

Selfless love comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith.

Hours before His death, Jesus demonstrated and spoke
of these important things - make sure you’re clean, practice a life of love, learn to be humble and serve others.

Everything Jesus said and did while on earth was to teach us about His Kingdom and how to live well in it.

It's time for the King to establish His kingdom by offering Himself as the sacrificial lamb that we might follow.

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The heart of the worshipper is humble, sacrificial, and connected to God.

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Expect to fast, beware hypocrisy, meet with Father God, share your secrets, receive the Father's rewards

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We are to bring our children to Jesus, eliminate obstacles that hinder our children connecting with Jesus, teach and train, tips for the home, Night of Prayer - 30 family challenge.

Correcting with truth, connecting with neighbours, under pressure, courage in the midst of fear, standing firm, inviting into relationship with Jesus, be okay with rejection, it's a journey

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In John, through us, to others

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Jesus, the Good Shepherd, owns His sheep, knows His sheep, calls His sheep, leads His sheep, lays down His life for His sheep.

Jesus, as the Door creates separation, describes salvation, provides protection, offers benefits, requires a decision.

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The problem, purpose and power.  Life isn't fair, kind or predictable.  But I AM.

The invitation, result and blessing.