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2 Kings 7

OUR DEPENDABLE GOD

Samaria was under siege. It was surrounded by the Syrian armies. In the midst of this terrible problem God showed Himself to be dependable.

GODS PROMISES ARE PHENOMENAL Vs. 1

Elisha promised that in a time of famine and high prices that food would be cheap the next day.

Quite a promise when the city is surrounded. Gods promise was phenomenal.

As you read the Bible, you may find many of Gods promises to be phenomenal as well.

MANS SKEPTICISM IS PREDICTABLE Vs. 2

Some people are always skeptical of Gods promises. One of the kings servants was. Elisha promised that the man would see it, but not partake of it.

Our unbelief of Gods promises hinders his work. Hebrews 3:18-19, 11:6

GODS DELIVERANCE IS POWERFUL Vss. 3-8

God caused the Syrian army to hear noises and panic.

Everyone left. Lepers discovered the spoils.

God will deliver you when you need it.

His deliverance is powerful.

GODS PROVISION IS PLENTIFUL Vss. 9-15

The lepers reported the availability of food and treasure. The citizens of the city would have more than enough.

When God provides for you, you will have more than enough! Philippians 4:9

GODS WORD IS PLAUSIBLE Vss. 16-20

No matter how unrealistic Gods promises may seem, they are always plausible, because God promises to keep His promises.

The prophecies found in verses 1-2 were both fulfilled.

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Psalm 40:10

WHEN SILENCE IS NOT GOLDEN

There are many times when the old saying is true. Silence is, indeed, golden. There are many times when it is best to remain silent rather than say something that will cause discord or strife or something that you will later be sorry that you said it.

But there are other times when silence is not golden.

There are times when we are wrong if we remain silent.

If we know someone is innocent and remain silent we are wrong.

If we know someone is being misrepresented and remain silent we are wrong.

If we know that someone needs to hear what God has to say on a subject and remain silent we are wrong.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, 7 - To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: [2] A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;

When is it wrong for a Christian to remain silent?

When is it necessary for a Christian to speak?

I believe we find the answer tucked away in Psalm 40:10

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

King David is giving a personal testimony here.

He is telling us that there were times that he didnt remain silent in his life. He had to speak out.

Most of us are reluctant to talk about God. God is not a popular topic of conversation even among Christians. And men, generally speaking, are even more reticent to talk about God than women are.

David knew how to speak for and about God when he was supposed to. Lets see if this verse can help us be prepared to speak up when we should.

I would like to suggest to you that speaking for God when we should is the last step of a threefold process. The threefold process is:

THINK!

Before we can talk, we must have something to talk about.

We need to think about God before we can talk about God.

There are five things mentioned in this verse that David talked about God. Therefore, he had to think about them first. So I challenge you to think about these five things.

1.     THINK ABOUT GODS RIGHTEOUSNESS

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart;

Has it ever occurred to you that God is righteous?

That He cant stand what is wrong?

That He is opposed to anything the least bit questionable? Psalm 145:17, Psalm 119:42

We need to think about our righteous Gods opinions of things that we encounter in every day life. Often He gives you his opinion in His Word.

What does our righteous God think of abortion?

Exodus 20:13 - Thou shalt not kill.

Remember that life begins at conception, not at birth.



What does God think of sexual immorality?

Hebrews 13:4 - Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

What does God think of homosexuality?

Leviticus 18:22 - Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.

What does God think of stealing, bearing false witness and covetousness?

Exodus 20:15-17 - Thou shalt not steal. [16] Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. [17] Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.

Not all of Gods righteous opinions are stated in the negative.

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

These qualities are reflections of Gods righteousness.



2.     THINK ABOUT GODS FAITHFULNESS

I have declared thy faithfulness

Lamentations 3:22-23 - It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. [23] They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.

For thousands of years the sun has come up every morning and set every night. God is faithful.

God has given you abilities so you can earn a living and/or take care of a family. God is faithful.

God has provided you with food and clothing. God is faithful.

God is available to answer you prayers. God is faithful.

God has provided you with friends and loved ones. God is faithful.

And this is only the beginning of a list that can and should go on and on.You should think on how God has been faithful to you specifically.

3.     THINK ABOUT GODS SALVATION

When we think about what great sinners each of us is, we can get depressed. Isaiah 64:6

But when we start to think about what Jesus did for us to save us, we can get encouraged.

Isaiah 53:3-6

And when we think that Christ death for us means that salvation, deliverance and forgiveness from sin, is a free gift of grace that is already paid for, we should be ecstatic! Ephesians 2:8-9

4.     THINK ABOUT GODS LOVINGKINDNESS

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness

God loves you.

If you are saved, God loves you as His own child.

If you think you know how to love your children, think how much more powerful Gods love is for you!

God loves you enough to indwell you through His Spirit.

God loves you enough to encourage and help you.

God loves you enough to never leave or forsake you.

God loves you enough to meet your needs.

God loves you enough to never separate his love from you. Romans 8:35-39

5.     THINK ABOUT GODS TRUTH.

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

Jesus prays for us in John 17:17 - Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

Gods Word is truth, therefore, we need to be thinking about His truth. We can not share Gods truth until we know Gods truth. We can not know Gods truth until we get into His Word.

2 Timothy 2:15

THANK

We will not be able to speak effectively for God until we are thankful to God.

Sharing Gods blessings are the reflection of a thankful heart.

Gods wants us to be thankful.

Mankind has had a problem with a lack of gratitude. Romans 1:21

Gods Word tells us to be thankful. Psalm 107:1, Ephesians 5:20, Philippians 4:6-7

I challenge you this week to give specific thanks to God in five areas. I think you can guess what they are.



THANK GOD FOR HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS Naming specific ways He has shown Himself to be righteous.

THANK GOD FOR HIS FAITHFULNESS

Reflect on how He has been faithful to you this very week.

The specific needs He has met and the specific blessings He has given.

THANK GOD FOR HIS SALVATION

If you are truly saved you should be thankful for salvation every day. Think! Where would you be if the Lord hadnt saved you?

If you arent saved, you need to trust Christ this morning!

THANK GOD FOR HIS LOVINGKINDNESS

As you think of ways God has shown His love for you be sure you thank Him.

THANK GOD FOR HIS TRUTH.

And as God has been gracious to show you his truth and help you understand it, make sure you thank Him.

THINK

THANK

TALK

The more I think on these truths, the more thankful I will be.

The more thankful I am, the more likely I am to share them with others.

When it comes to these truths, silence is not golden!

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS RIGHTEOUSNESS

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart;

Should Gods righteousness be in my heart?

Yes it should! We need to think about it and thank God for it.

But Davids point is that it did not stop in his heart.

David knew what was right in Gods eyes and said so!

We know that abortion is wrong in Gods eyes, and when we know that someone is considering one, we need to lovingly tell them it is wrong in Gods eyes and warn them. We need to also help them through the pregnancy anyway we can.

We know that homosexuality is wrong in Gods eyes and we need to be ready to explain the position. Marriage in the Bible is always between a man and a woman. And there is coming a day when Pastors like me will be asked to perform same sex marriages. When we refuse we will be thrown in jail.

We know that lying, cheating and stealing are wrong in Gods eyes, and we must speak up when we are asked to lie, steal or cheat or see others do it.

These are just a few examples.

We must realize whenever we speak up for what is right in Gods eyes, there is a good chance that we will be ridiculed. Psalm 34:19, 2 Timothy 3:1-2

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS FAITHFULNESS

I have declared thy faithfulness

I have shared with you how God took care of us on our trip to Brazil. I declared His faithfulness.

Whenever God does something special for us that shows how faithful He is, we should not keep it to ourselves. We should share it.

When we share with unbelievers, we are giving them reason to believe.

When I share with believers, such as in our evening church testimony time, I am encouraging them.

Hebrews 10:24-25

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS SALVATION

I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation:

God did not save you so you would be silent. God saved you so you would talk.

In fact, if you dont make profession of faith, if you dont profess Jesus Christ as Savior, Id be concerned if I were you. Romans 10:9-10

If salvation is the greatest gift you have ever received, you should want to share it.

You talk about hunting, fishing, children, spouses, sports, and a host of other things because you appreciate them.

How much do you appreciate the Lord Jesus?



I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS LOVINGKINDNESS

Those who are not saved need to know that God loves them. John 3:16

Those of us who are saved need to reassured of Gods love.

Often, a personal reminder of Gods love is needed by Christians.

Dont hesitate to remind fellow Christians of Gods love and care for them. Many of them are hurting.



I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS TRUTH

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

There needs to be more fellowship among Christians.

I dont mean more coffee and donuts.

I mean more times when we sit down and discuss Gods truth.

I mean more times when we share with each other.

Remember, there are times when silence is not golden.

WE NEED TO THINK

WE NEED TO THANK

WE NEED TO TALK

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Jeremiah 33:3

GREAT AND MIGHTY THINGS

Most Christians are familiar with Jeremiah 33:3 - Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

We usually quote this verse without examining the verses that follow it. Here we find the great and mighty things that God was going to do in answer to prayer.

REMOVAL Vss. 4-5 Because of sin, God would temporarily remove or hide His face.

REVIVAL Vs. 6 There would be a healing that would bring about peace and truth.

RELEASE Vs. 7 Judah and Israel would be released from captivity.

REDEMPTION Vs. 8 Iniquities would be cleansed and pardoned.

RENOWN Vs. 9 They would be a testimony to the nations of the world.

REJOICING Vss. 10-11 There would be joy once again.

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Luke 8:26-39

UP AND OUT!

There was a demon-possessed man who met Jesus. He was living a defeated, miserable life. He was down and out. Jesus delivered the man and he was up and out because Jesus Christ set him free!

THE BONDAGE OF POSSESSION Vss. 26-30

The man was demon-possessed, naked, and restless.

THE BOLDNESS OF JESUS Vss. 29, 31-33

The Lord commanded the legion of demons to come out of the man.

The Lord allowed the demons to enter the herd of swine.

THE BLESSINGS OF DELIVERANCE Vss. 34-35

The man was sitting, no longer restless.

The man was clothed, no longer naked.

The man was in his right mind, no longer demon possessed.

THE BANISHMENT BY THE FEARFUL Vss. 36-37

The citizens of the area, having heard what happened, became fearful and asked Jesus to leave.

THE BROADCAST OF THE DELIVERED Vss. 38-39

The healed man wanted to go with Jesus, but the Lord gave him another job. He was to go home and share what God had done for Him. This he did.

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Acts 9:10-22

MISSION OF MERCY

There are times when Gods saints are called upon to extend themselves on the behalf of others. You never know when the Lord will send you on a Mission of Mercy to relieve someones suffering. In this case, the man needing mercy had been a notorious persecutor of Christians. Saul of Tarsus, later to be Paul the Apostle, needed mercy after his meeting with Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus. It was a man named Ananias who was given the assignment of showing that mercy.

A REMARKABLE COMMAND Vss. 10-12

Ananias was being sent to heal Paul, a man was persecuting Christians.

A REASONABLE CONCERN Vss. 13-14

You can understand the concern of Ananias considering Pauls reputation.

A REASSURING CHALLENGE Vss. 15-16

Paul was a chosen vessel to be used by the Lord Jesus. He would also suffer much as a servant of Christs. Ananias was to go and do as he was told.

A RESOUNDING CHANGE Vss. 17-22

Paul became filled without the Holy Spirit.

Paul regained his sight.

Paul preached Christ.

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Colossians 4:2-6

DAILY DOINGS

Here are three things we Christians should do every day.

OUR WORK OF PRAYER Vs. 2 - Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving;

OUR WALK IN WISDOM Vs. 5 - Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.

OUR WORDS WITH GRACE Vs. 6 - Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.

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1 Peter 3:15-16

THE LIFE THAT WITNESSES

SEPARATION (Sanctify) Vs. 15a - But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts:

PREPARATION Vs. 15b - and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:

PURIFICATION ( a good conscience) Vs. 16 - Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.

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2 Kings 7

OUR DEPENDABLE GOD

Samaria was under siege. It was surrounded by the Syrian armies. In the midst of this terrible problem God showed Himself to be dependable.

GODS PROMISES ARE PHENOMENAL Vs. 1

Elisha promised that in a time of famine and high prices that food would be cheap the next day.

Quite a promise when the city is surrounded. Gods promise was phenomenal.

As you read the Bible, you may find many of Gods promises to be phenomenal as well.

MANS SKEPTICISM IS PREDICTABLE Vs. 2

Some people are always skeptical of Gods promises. One of the kings servants was. Elisha promised that the man would see it, but not partake of it.

Our unbelief of Gods promises hinders his work. Hebrews 3:18-19, 11:6

GODS DELIVERANCE IS POWERFUL Vss. 3-8

God caused the Syrian army to hear noises and panic.

Everyone left. Lepers discovered the spoils.

God will deliver you when you need it.

His deliverance is powerful.

GODS PROVISION IS PLENTIFUL Vss. 9-15

The lepers reported the availability of food and treasure. The citizens of the city would have more than enough.

When God provides for you, you will have more than enough! Philippians 4:9

GODS WORD IS PLAUSIBLE Vss. 16-20

No matter how unrealistic Gods promises may seem, they are always plausible, because God promises to keep His promises.

The prophecies found in verses 1-2 were both fulfilled.

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Psalm 40:10

WHEN SILENCE IS NOT GOLDEN

There are many times when the old saying is true. Silence is, indeed, golden. There are many times when it is best to remain silent rather than say something that will cause discord or strife or something that you will later be sorry that you said it.

But there are other times when silence is not golden.

There are times when we are wrong if we remain silent.

If we know someone is innocent and remain silent we are wrong.

If we know someone is being misrepresented and remain silent we are wrong.

If we know that someone needs to hear what God has to say on a subject and remain silent we are wrong.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, 7 - To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: [2] A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;

When is it wrong for a Christian to remain silent?

When is it necessary for a Christian to speak?

I believe we find the answer tucked away in Psalm 40:10

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

King David is giving a personal testimony here.

He is telling us that there were times that he didnt remain silent in his life. He had to speak out.

Most of us are reluctant to talk about God. God is not a popular topic of conversation even among Christians. And men, generally speaking, are even more reticent to talk about God than women are.

David knew how to speak for and about God when he was supposed to. Lets see if this verse can help us be prepared to speak up when we should.

I would like to suggest to you that speaking for God when we should is the last step of a threefold process. The threefold process is:

THINK!

Before we can talk, we must have something to talk about.

We need to think about God before we can talk about God.

There are five things mentioned in this verse that David talked about God. Therefore, he had to think about them first. So I challenge you to think about these five things.

1. THINK ABOUT GODS RIGHTEOUSNESS

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart;

Has it ever occurred to you that God is righteous?

That He cant stand what is wrong?

That He is opposed to anything the least bit questionable? Psalm 145:17, Psalm 119:42

We need to think about our righteous Gods opinions of things that we encounter in every day life. Often He gives you his opinion in His Word.

What does our righteous God think of abortion?

Exodus 20:13 - Thou shalt not kill.

Remember that life begins at conception, not at birth.

What does God think of sexual immorality?

Hebrews 13:4 - Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

What does God think of homosexuality?

Leviticus 18:22 - Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.

What does God think of stealing, bearing false witness and covetousness?

Exodus 20:15-17 - Thou shalt not steal. [16] Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. [17] Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.

Not all of Gods righteous opinions are stated in the negative.

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

These qualities are reflections of Gods righteousness.

2. THINK ABOUT GODS FAITHFULNESS

I have declared thy faithfulness

Lamentations 3:22-23 - It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. [23] They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.

For thousands of years the sun has come up every morning and set every night. God is faithful.

God has given you abilities so you can earn a living and/or take care of a family. God is faithful.

God has provided you with food and clothing. God is faithful.

God is available to answer you prayers. God is faithful.

God has provided you with friends and loved ones. God is faithful.

And this is only the beginning of a list that can and should go on and on.You should think on how God has been faithful to you specifically.

3. THINK ABOUT GODS SALVATION

When we think about what great sinners each of us is, we can get depressed. Isaiah 64:6

But when we start to think about what Jesus did for us to save us, we can get encouraged.

Isaiah 53:3-6

And when we think that Christ death for us means that salvation, deliverance and forgiveness from sin, is a free gift of grace that is already paid for, we should be ecstatic! Ephesians 2:8-9

4. THINK ABOUT GODS LOVINGKINDNESS

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness

God loves you.

If you are saved, God loves you as His own child.

If you think you know how to love your children, think how much more powerful Gods love is for you!

God loves you enough to indwell you through His Spirit.

God loves you enough to encourage and help you.

God loves you enough to never leave or forsake you.

God loves you enough to meet your needs.

God loves you enough to never separate his love from you. Romans 8:35-39

5. THINK ABOUT GODS TRUTH.

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

Jesus prays for us in John 17:17 - Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

Gods Word is truth, therefore, we need to be thinking about His truth. We can not share Gods truth until we know Gods truth. We can not know Gods truth until we get into His Word.

2 Timothy 2:15

THANK

We will not be able to speak effectively for God until we are thankful to God.

Sharing Gods blessings are the reflection of a thankful heart.

Gods wants us to be thankful.

Mankind has had a problem with a lack of gratitude. Romans 1:21

Gods Word tells us to be thankful. Psalm 107:1, Ephesians 5:20, Philippians 4:6-7

I challenge you this week to give specific thanks to God in five areas. I think you can guess what they are.

THANK GOD FOR HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS Naming specific ways He has shown Himself to be righteous.

THANK GOD FOR HIS FAITHFULNESS

Reflect on how He has been faithful to you this very week.

The specific needs He has met and the specific blessings He has given.

THANK GOD FOR HIS SALVATION

If you are truly saved you should be thankful for salvation every day. Think! Where would you be if the Lord hadnt saved you?

If you arent saved, you need to trust Christ this morning!

THANK GOD FOR HIS LOVINGKINDNESS

As you think of ways God has shown His love for you be sure you thank Him.

THANK GOD FOR HIS TRUTH.

And as God has been gracious to show you his truth and help you understand it, make sure you thank Him.

THINK

THANK

TALK

The more I think on these truths, the more thankful I will be.

The more thankful I am, the more likely I am to share them with others.

When it comes to these truths, silence is not golden!

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS RIGHTEOUSNESS

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart;

Should Gods righteousness be in my heart?

Yes it should! We need to think about it and thank God for it.

But Davids point is that it did not stop in his heart.

David knew what was right in Gods eyes and said so!

We know that abortion is wrong in Gods eyes, and when we know that someone is considering one, we need to lovingly tell them it is wrong in Gods eyes and warn them. We need to also help them through the pregnancy anyway we can.

We know that homosexuality is wrong in Gods eyes and we need to be ready to explain the position. Marriage in the Bible is always between a man and a woman. And there is coming a day when Pastors like me will be asked to perform same sex marriages. When we refuse we will be thrown in jail.

We know that lying, cheating and stealing are wrong in Gods eyes, and we must speak up when we are asked to lie, steal or cheat or see others do it.

These are just a few examples.

We must realize whenever we speak up for what is right in Gods eyes, there is a good chance that we will be ridiculed. Psalm 34:19, 2 Timothy 3:1-2

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS FAITHFULNESS

I have declared thy faithfulness

I have shared with you how God took care of us on our trip to Brazil. I declared His faithfulness.

Whenever God does something special for us that shows how faithful He is, we should not keep it to ourselves. We should share it.

When we share with unbelievers, we are giving them reason to believe.

When I share with believers, such as in our evening church testimony time, I am encouraging them.

Hebrews 10:24-25

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS SALVATION

I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation:

God did not save you so you would be silent. God saved you so you would talk.

In fact, if you dont make profession of faith, if you dont profess Jesus Christ as Savior, Id be concerned if I were you. Romans 10:9-10

If salvation is the greatest gift you have ever received, you should want to share it.

You talk about hunting, fishing, children, spouses, sports, and a host of other things because you appreciate them.

How much do you appreciate the Lord Jesus?

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS LOVINGKINDNESS

Those who are not saved need to know that God loves them. John 3:16

Those of us who are saved need to reassured of Gods love.

Often, a personal reminder of Gods love is needed by Christians.

Dont hesitate to remind fellow Christians of Gods love and care for them. Many of them are hurting.

I MUST TALK ABOUT GODS TRUTH

I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

There needs to be more fellowship among Christians.

I dont mean more coffee and donuts.

I mean more times when we sit down and discuss Gods truth.

I mean more times when we share with each other.

Remember, there are times when silence is not golden.

WE NEED TO THINK

WE NEED TO THANK

WE NEED TO TALK

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Jeremiah 33:3

GREAT AND MIGHTY THINGS

Most Christians are familiar with Jeremiah 33:3 - Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

We usually quote this verse without examining the verses that follow it. Here we find the great and mighty things that God was going to do in answer to prayer.

REMOVAL Vss. 4-5 Because of sin, God would temporarily remove or hide His face.

REVIVAL Vs. 6 There would be a healing that would bring about peace and truth.

RELEASE Vs. 7 Judah and Israel would be released from captivity.

REDEMPTION Vs. 8 Iniquities would be cleansed and pardoned.

RENOWN Vs. 9 They would be a testimony to the nations of the world.

REJOICING Vss. 10-11 There would be joy once again.

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Luke 8:26-39

UP AND OUT!

There was a demon-possessed man who met Jesus. He was living a defeated, miserable life. He was down and out. Jesus delivered the man and he was up and out because Jesus Christ set him free!

THE BONDAGE OF POSSESSION Vss. 26-30

The man was demon-possessed, naked, and restless.

THE BOLDNESS OF JESUS Vss. 29, 31-33

The Lord commanded the legion of demons to come out of the man.

The Lord allowed the demons to enter the herd of swine.

THE BLESSINGS OF DELIVERANCE Vss. 34-35

The man was sitting, no longer restless.

The man was clothed, no longer naked.

The man was in his right mind, no longer demon possessed.

THE BANISHMENT BY THE FEARFUL Vss. 36-37

The citizens of the area, having heard what happened, became fearful and asked Jesus to leave.

THE BROADCAST OF THE DELIVERED Vss. 38-39

The healed man wanted to go with Jesus, but the Lord gave him another job. He was to go home and share what God had done for Him. This he did.

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Acts 9:10-22

MISSION OF MERCY

There are times when Gods saints are called upon to extend themselves on the behalf of others. You never know when the Lord will send you on a Mission of Mercy to relieve someones suffering. In this case, the man needing mercy had been a notorious persecutor of Christians. Saul of Tarsus, later to be Paul the Apostle, needed mercy after his meeting with Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus. It was a man named Ananias who was given the assignment of showing that mercy.

A REMARKABLE COMMAND Vss. 10-12

Ananias was being sent to heal Paul, a man was persecuting Christians.

A REASONABLE CONCERN Vss. 13-14

You can understand the concern of Ananias considering Pauls reputation.

A REASSURING CHALLENGE Vss. 15-16

Paul was a chosen vessel to be used by the Lord Jesus. He would also suffer much as a servant of Christs. Ananias was to go and do as he was told.

A RESOUNDING CHANGE Vss. 17-22

Paul became filled without the Holy Spirit.

Paul regained his sight.

Paul preached Christ.

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Colossians 4:2-6

DAILY DOINGS

Here are three things we Christians should do every day.

OUR WORK OF PRAYER Vs. 2 - Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving;

OUR WALK IN WISDOM Vs. 5 - Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.

OUR WORDS WITH GRACE Vs. 6 - Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.

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1 Peter 3:15-16

THE LIFE THAT WITNESSES

SEPARATION (Sanctify) Vs. 15a - But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts:

PREPARATION Vs. 15b - and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:

PURIFICATION ( a good conscience) Vs. 16 - Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.

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