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Dysfunction in families can wreak havoc over multiple generations. We see this in the background of the life of Joseph. Joseph’s family tree demonstrates the truth of passages such as Exodus 34::7 which speaks of the sins of the parents affecting even the third and fourth generations. Now generational…

We pick up this week with Jospeh in prison, forgotten by the two men who were his chance to get released. The Pharoah’s cupbearer and baker, two men who had dreams that Joseph interpreted. And before we move onto the next episode in Joseph’s life let’s take a little time to see how big a deal it was…

The Lord Our Protector A song of ascents. Psalm 120-134 – “Psalms of Ascent” = “to go up” Also called, “Pilgrim Songs” · Used as a “pilgrim’s hymnal” as Hebrew people would literally “go up” to Jerusalem to worship · 3 major festivals: o Passover in spring o Pentecost in summer o Tabernacles in fall…

The divine providence of God requires actions: it demands action. the question is: why does that providence not effect every one the same? while some: it propels them to give it all they have…to walk with boldness knowing that God goes before us and is making a way. they proceed by faith. while others:…

Have you ever been in just the right place at just the right time? Years ago I was leading a mission trip the summer after 9/11. One particular student was “randomly selected” to have his luggage searched after a 30 minute ordeal at the ticket counter. He then was randomly selected to be re-screened…

Queen Esther Learns of the Plot Recap: We learned that Haman hatched a plot to annihilate not only Mordecai, but all his people as well (All the Jews) He offered to fund the entire campaign putting money into the coffers of the king. The king also gave Haman the kings signet ring.....and was told to…

This Week’s Theme: God is Fulfilling His Plan This Week’s Word is Providence: The continuing and often unseen activity of God in sustaining his universe, providing for the needs of every creature, and preparing for the completion of his eternal purposes. Memory Verse: Romans 8:28 “28 And we know that…

Evening 16th Oct 2022

Good afternoon. It is my pleasure to welcome you today as we continue in our series on Spiritual Friendship. Before we delve into our topic today, let me extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you. Whether you're joining us in person or online, your presence here is deeply appreciated. We are…

Throughout my life I have heard tidbits of advice such as: Do what’s right and it will go well for you. Cheaters never prosper. What goes around comes around. And the universe will make all things level out. Is that true? I don’t know about you, but I know people in positions of power who have been dishonest…

Genesis 42:1-46:34 ; 50:15-21 Main theme of passage: God used the evil actions of the brothers and the attachment of an old man to establish his people and secure their future prosperity Main Preaching Theme: How to cope when the madness of life has a purpose we cannot fathom. Main Preaching Intention:…

Have you never been in a near vehicle accident? A close call that almost wrecked you, but you just narrowly escaped? I remember one time driving home late on a Wednesday night from church. Do this day I don’t know entirely what happened, but I’m driving on the interstate and I see the car in front me…

This Week’s Theme: God Can Handle Your Situation Word for the Week is Faithfulness: It is God’s perfect loyalty and consistency in being true to his name, his character and his word. Memory verse: Psalm 34:17 The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, And delivers them out of all their troubles. Essence…

The doctrine of Providence is that all things are sustained, directed and controlled by God. — Leonard Woods The Word “Providence” in the Bible 2 And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him , saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto…

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? The promise of being preserved is not to all people, only those who are the children of God. Behold, all souls are mine; the soul of the father as well as the soul of the son is…

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When God brings us Light everything around us and in us is exposed. How does light come: one way is by prayer. 17 Then Elisha prayed and said, “O Lord , please open his eyes that…

Bullying is painful, but God's purpose is GOOD

Title: The Compassionate Provision of Christ (Part 1) Mark 8:1 In those days, when there was again a large crowd and they had nothing to eat, Jesus called His disciples and said to them, Mark 8:2 “I feel compassion for the crowd because they have remained with Me now three days and have nothing to eat.…

We’re beginning our series on the book of Esther. Esther is a book in the Old Testament that reads like a novel. You have a hero, an adviser, a nemesis, a devious plot and more. As a literary book it piques one’s interest as part of Scripture there have been its proponents and its detractors. I do want…

God’s Providence Thomas Watson said of God’s providence There is no such thing as blind fate, but there is a Providence that guides and governs the world. Providence is God’s ordering all issues and events of things, after the counsel of His will, to His own glory. The wheels of the clock seem to move…

Tibor Munkascy . . . was born in Hungary. As a teenager Tibor evaded the Nazis three times before being captured and sent to a labor camp. Of that experience he said that he hated having to watch starving children grab at food like animals. He survived the war and like 11-20 million other people displaced…

Scene 1/ Illustration “Attitude is everything” (Nick Vujicic “Voy-a-chich”) READ introduction of book as marked Nick has overcome because he has learnt to rely on God’s provision. He has realised that without God you are lost, but with him there is purpose and meaning. The problem is that all too often…

Today we will be addressing a rather difficult subject. Many modern Bible translations refer to this section of the sermon on the mount The Cure for Anxiety . That sounds lovely, doesn’t it? A cure for anxiety. Is that even possible? Anxiety is something every person struggles with in some form or another.…

Leader Guide ESV, Unit 5, Session 1, © 2018 LifeWay Christian Resources Permission granted to reproduce and distribute within the license agreement with purchaser. Edited by Rev. Lex DeLong, M.A., Feb. 2022. A Test in the Wilderness Summary and Goal God had delivered His people out of slavery in Egypt…

Introduction – Review The past couple of weeks, we've spent our time together looking at the doctrine of creation. We saw that the Bible teaches, therefore we believe, that God created the universe out of nothing, only by His word. He's the author of all things, both visible and invisible, both in the…