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The Overcomer Series: Part 4: The Blessing Continued

In the fourth part of our enlightening series on becoming an overcomer, we dive deeply into the sacred potency of blessings, exploring their multifaceted nature and their powerful ability to enrich God's people in every aspect of life. Together, we traverse through the rewarding journey of old texts including the Torah and Deuteronomy 28:2, reflecting on how consistency in obedience can amplify blessings in our lives.In the second segment, we examine how blessings bestow freedom from curses, underpinning the powerful axiom that what God has blessed, no man can curse—a truth resonant in Numbers 22:12. As we continue, we delve into the danger of disconnecting from the blessing, painting a clear picture of the spiraling fear—and sometimes, regretful decisions—that often follow suit.Highlighting the necessity of choosing faith over fear, we explore the distinctive Greek and Hebraic perspectives on religious faith, examining the significance of viewing one’s spirit, body and soul as a unified entity. We then discuss aligning with the Hebraic interpretation of scripture, underscoring the holistic salvation brought about by Christ's sacrifice and the importance of obedience to God's Law—the Torah.Centering around the profound blessings promised for the obedient in Deuteronomy 28, we touch on various aspects of life, highlighting the inseparable connection between following the Torah and receiving God's blessing.Our episode concludes with a thoughtful contemplation of the unacknowledged blessings we may already enjoy, while shedding light on the profound theme of repentance. With a heartfelt prayer, we express our hope that this message inspires listeners to follow the path of obedience, paving the way for accruing blessings and leading a spiritually-transformed life.

Part 3 of the Overcomer Series: The Blessing

In the third part of the Overcomer Series, we explore the concept of "The Blessing." We delve into the reality that despite current earthly tribulations or hardship, believers can overcome by embracing the blessing that comes through Christ Jesus. The blessing, as explored in this session, encapsulates the divine empowerment to prosper and the assurance of peace; nothing missing and nothing broken.Contrary to the prosperity gospel, this understanding of blessing is not about obtaining material wealth or property. Instead, it's the privilege of being blessed with the ability to be a blessing to others and the world at large. We discuss the richness of 'The Blessing' as it was intended in Old Testament scriptures, fleshing out the themes of power, reward, replenishment, and obedience.We engage with the essence of how the original blessing given to Adam, the first man, indicated God’s intention for humanity to have dominion and enjoy the world. We explore how obedience leads to us being at the right place to receive the multiplication of blessings and how obedience instigates action that enables a blessed and prosperous life. Finally, we challenge you to reassess your actions in light of these teachings and to consider if you are walking in Christ's blessing. The call is for believers to make actual steps in speaking God's words and exuding Christ’s love, thereby turning hearing to understanding and into action. In conclusion, while blessings are for the obedient, it’s vital to remember that it is not a works-based righteousness. The call to look inward, confess your sins, repent, and embrace Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior is the first step towards walking in God's blessings.

The Overcomer Series Part 2: You Need a Problem

In this episode of the 'Overcomer' sermon series, uncover the empowering concept of viewing problems as essential components of spiritual growth. Drawing inspiration from the life of David, discover how God's intricate plans often go beyond outward appearances. This episode deep-dives into the idea that problems should be seen not as obstacles but as the road to divine promotion.
Analyzing the reign of Saul, the first king of Israel, the sermon underscores the implications of disobedience to God. This discussion, rooted in verses from 1 Samuel, emphasizes the importance of adhering to God's commands, not merely religious sacrifices. Explore heartening themes of trust, faith, and obedience as you navigate the complexities of God's engagement with His people. With a focus on scripture study and its significance for present-day living, this episode illuminates the importance of understanding God's word.
Further, the episode delves into the biblical story of David and Goliath, shedding light on faith, determination, and divine promises. Witness how David's steadfast belief in God and His promises, even in the face of a giant problem, serves as an inspirational lesson in overcoming challenges. Unearth a new approach to adversities as the episode guides you to view them as opportunities for victory by demonstrating the power of faith.
Closing on a powerful note, the episode relates David's trials to our lives, affirming that the word of God supersedes appearances or circumstances. Encouraged to state facts, demonstrate faith, and confront struggles, listeners can learn to transform adversities into stepping stones for success, reinforcing God's power, much like David.

The Overcomer Series: Part 1 - Empowering Faith through Trials and Tribulations

Immerse yourself in "Overcomer Series: Following Christ to Overcome Trials and Tribulations", a sermon series on drawing strength from the teachings and life of Jesus Christ. This first episode explores the enduring relevance of old hymns and scriptures, with a focus on overcoming life's adversities such as cultural shifts, false teachings, and economic hardships through Godly guidance.The series brings inspiration from Jesus's Holy Week, highlighting His commitment to face adversity, which serves as a poignant example of remaining committed in faith. The Overcomer Series is a testament to faith and resilience and a reminder that with Christ leading, we can triumph over trials through an unwavering commitment to our faith.Listen and reflect on regrettable experiences of the speaker that emphasize the persistence of faith and the message of the Gospel. Understand the true essence of the Christian journey - being followers of Christ, putting His amazing acts at the heart of our worship and life, instead of focusing on our deeds.Take a detailed look into scriptures from Matthew 26 and Hebrews 4.14, as we delve into Christ's commitment, consecration, and confession. Experience a fresh perspective on God's sovereignty and Christ's divinity and humanity. Learn about the essence of fellowship and the comforting realization that Christ understands our struggles and hardships just as much as we do.Using the metaphor of a thermostat Christian, gain insights into how we, as followers of Christ, can regulate our spiritual temperature according to God's will. Witness how Jesus audaciously declared His Messiahship regardless of the circumstances and learn how we, too, need to commit to God's way, consecrate ourselves, and boldly confess His Word as our unwavering truth.Join us as we trace the life of Jesus, learning from His experiences, gaining inspiration from His strength, and understanding the principles of overcoming adversity. Learn about the Holy Week's revelations, which can guide us through life's trials. Remember, Jesus is our guide to an overcoming life; He is either Lord of all or not Lord at all.

What About the Easter Holiday?

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into Easter Sunday's traditions, historical facts, and biblical references. Through this thoughtful exploration, we hope to challenge conventional perspectives about the festival, its origin, and how it's celebrated in modern times.
While the traditional observance of Easter involves festive family activities, it becomes essential to ask if such practices truly honor the day's purpose—commemorating Christ's sacrifice. The episode unearths the holiday's roots in pagan worship and questions the addition of unscriptural customs to Easter commemorations.
We discuss Lent's initiation by the Roman Catholic Church, sunrise services’ connection to the Babylonian sun god worship, and the potential mistranslation of 'Passover' as 'Easter' in the King James Bible. We also consider the implications of Christ's 40-day post-resurrection stay with His disciples. It's crucial to note that Easter, as we know it today, may not echo the direct teachings of the risen Christ.
Further into the episode, we initiate an intriguing study of the celebration of Jesus' resurrection. Our thorough exploration of Matthew 12 leads us to assert the possibility of Christ's crucifixion on a Thursday. With the theoretical conjecture backed by historical and biblical timelines, this revelation might reshuffle the traditional understanding of Easter.
The episode concludes with a compassionate prayer for reconciliation for those unknowingly practicing Easter or in error. It urges listeners to ponder the theological truths behind the celebrations they partake in. This thought-provoking episode invites you to dig deep into the themes of faith, repentance, and Christ's lordship.
Join us in this captivating exploration of the theology of Easter and challenge your assumptions about this sacred holiday.

God's Foreknowledge, Predestination, and Man's Responsibility

In this enlightening series, we delve into part three of our exploration of God's foreknowledge, predestination, and His divine election. Distinguishing between God's permissive grace and irresistible grace, we reflect on the concepts of salvation, electing grace and man's responsibility. The discourse starts by aligning theological interpretations of the scriptures, presenting a perspective of how God views salvation and further dispelling misconceptions about man's role in the process. The discussion leans towards understanding man's duty in response to God's call and accentuates the critical role of divine grace in this process.We touch on the teachings from the Gospel of John and point out how it bifurcates the world into two categories—those in the world and those that the Father has given to Christ. We analyze certain scriptures from Romans, Psalms, and Ezekiel to extrapolate the notion of divine sovereignty in man's salvation and upend misconceptions about meritorious salvation.This thought-provoking conversation addresses the doctrine of election and its relevance to understanding God's salvific intent for humanity. Debunking errant interpretations of scriptures, we underscore that God's election is completely sovereign. This elucidates that Divine grace, both in choice and withholding, is exercise at His discretion. Digressing a bit into the illustration of Paul's conversion, we emphasize that divine intervention is paramount for salvation, not human effort or merit. The talk subsequently pivots to highlight man's role and responsibility in relation to the gospel message by stressing the concept of repentance in Hebrew's word picture, meaning to destroy the old way.Thus, in enlightening our spiritual cognizance of God's predestination, this insightful dialogue underscores the need for man's active engagement through repentance to complete God's salvation plan. Affirming the scriptural position that salvation is unmerited on our part, the teaching calls us to rise and respond to God's divine choice, thereby working out our salvation with intense reverence.

Understanding Foreknowledge, Predestination, and Election - Part Two

In today's sermon, we continue with part two of our series titled 'Foreknowledge, Predestination, and Election'. A sequel to our previous discussion, we delve deeper into the divine versus human approach to election, illuminating predestination in God's grand plan of salvation and our role, or lack thereof, in the scheme.We embark on a comprehensive journey through the book of Romans, focusing primarily on chapter 8—a majestic advisory on the process of salvation. A detailed exposition of key terms such as Foreknow, Predestined, Called, Justified, and Glorified connects the dots linking God's foreknowledge to predestination and subsequent calling, justification, and eventual glorification.The concepts of 'grace'—Conditional and Unconditional—are addressed. We discuss their implications on our faith journey, highlighting every believer's reliance on God's grace to walk the path of righteousness. The sermon refrains from siding with one form of grace over the other; rather, it presents biblical insights to enable your understanding.We also explore 'foreknow' and reiterate the understanding that God's foreknowledge stems from his pre-existing love for us. Our exploration of this term seeks to debunk the notion that God chooses us based on our acts of faithfulness; it focuses instead on His divine, uninfluenced love for humankind. We continue towards the concept of predestination, the next phase of God's divine chalk-out for humankind's salvation.The sermon concludes with an emphasis on God’s calling, justification, and glorification, linking them to predestination—a clear indication that God is in total control of your salvation journey. We showcase that from God’s perspective, his loved ones are foreknown, predestined, called, justified, and eventually glorified—an understanding that instills a sense of comfort, blessing, and immense gratitude in every believer's heart.Whether you're a believer in Christ or someone feeling the stirring of faith and spiritual awakening within their heart, this sermon is a compelling exploration of God's grand plan for salvation grounded in the divine truth of Scripture.

Foreknowledge, Election, Predestination and Grace

In this riveting lecture series, we explore significant theological concepts like 'foreknowledge', 'election', 'predestination', and 'prevenient grace'. Building on biblical verses, we discuss their critical roles in understanding God's grand design. The series objectively reviews foreknowledge, election, and predestination, offering new insights into these frequently contested subjects.
The episode presents a detailed analysis of 'election' and 'predestination' in a theological context. We delve into Romans 8:28, exploring the nexus between foreknowledge, predestination, calling, justification, and glorification. Moreover, examining the conflicting Armenian and Calvinist theological perspectives forms a crucial part of the series, addressing their interpretation of biblical teachings of foreknowledge, election, and predestination.
Extending the discussion, we delve into the concept of 'prevenient grace,' emphasizing its importance in bridging the connection between humanity and God. A crucial examination of the teachings on grace and divine hardening seeks to illuminate our understanding of our relationship with God, the dynamics of divine grace in our faith journeys, and the true essence of salvation and grace.
This series is enlightening and educational, demystifying complex Christian theologies in a compelling and digestible format. It caters to newcomers interested in unraveling the Christian faith and those eager to expand their knowledge. Embark on this transcendental journey and deepen your understanding of these pivotal theological principles.