THE TIME IS NOW (2)

The Time Is Now

Luke 7, John 4

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Luke 7 1-10

7 Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.

2 And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die.

3 And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant.

4 And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:

5 For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.

6 Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:

7 Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed.

8 For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.

9 When Jesus heard these things, he marvelled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.

10 And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick.

THE TIME IS NOW

Restoration, Makeovers, Remodeling

In fact at one point I would tune into HGTV, just to watch the home makeovers.

The Idea that someone can transform dilapidated property, infested with rodents with no sign of life into something desirable by many - is astonishing.

To the inexperienced or untrained eye, it would be considered a bad investment but only one who has the ability to see beyond the current condition can see the true value.

This takes work and you must be willing to pay the cost.

The biggest “secret” revealed during these tell-alls is that what you see onscreen makes the process look much faster than it was in real life.

The Show producers pull off stunts to make the show more popular, like completing the renovation in in 24 hours.

However, in reality these projects can take serval months and as an audience, all we get to see is the final edit.

Common Road blocks during home renovations

1. Underestimating Cost and Time Commitment

What do you do when you’ve commited yourself to the process and things still aren't working out?

[The Reality]

In 2023 alone…

National Rent Percentage Increased 8.4%

Millions of Americans are unemployed

Funding for FOOD assistance programs have been reduced

I declare, as we enter in to 2024 there would be NO LACK in all areas of your life!

According to Philippines 4:19 God will supply your every need according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

I don’t know who this is for but,

In 2024, Don’t you let anyone discourage or undermine the work that god is doing in your life.

He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.

In other words……This is the Lord's doing; it is marvelous in our eyes.

While it’s marvelous, Luke 14 says you must count the cost of being a disciple.

Paul says in romans 12

Romans 12

12 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.

2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

*MIND*

It is in difficult times that we find ourselves asking God Why?

The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.

TCHB - For the last month God has been preparing us for what’s ahead. For we have a great work to do.

-I am built to last

-The power of our Praise

-The mind of an overcomer

-The unexpected Miracle

-I still believe

Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant LUKE 7 v1

7 After he had finished all his sayings in the hearing of the people, he entered Capernaum.

2 Now a centurion had a servant who was sick and at the point of death, who was highly valued by him.

A centurion was an officer in the Roman army. 

Greek word that speaks of a servant endearingly translate to child - so someone that he cares for.

Matthew account say “my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, grievously tormented.”

Struggling with

overwhelming feelings of discouragement

Broken relationships/marriage

Unforgiviness

Temptations you’ve overcome the enemy is fighting to draw you back in AGAIN

PUASE That alone should make you want to dance because he sees your worth - I am desirable.

2024, you cant make yourself available to everyone. If Your conversation is not edifying our building up of the body of Christ. I am sorry but you got it go!

Ephesians 6:10-12

10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. or (ability)

You are in your most vulnerable state when you think that you are strong enough to handle the temptation or situation without the help of the Lord.

11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

I. You’re too valuable to die now.

God has invested too much in your for you to give up

Be not worry in well doing for you shall reap if you faith not

When the enemy SHALL comes in like a flood….THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD SHALL LIFT UP A STANDARD AGAINST HIM.

Standard which translates to banner

Symbolic of victory and protection

Exodus 17:15. Israel is in Battle with the Amalekites

As long as Moses held up his hands, the Israelites were winning, but whenever he lowered his hands, the Amalekites were winning”

AFTER the battle - Moses built an altar, and called it Jehovah-nissi — The Lord is my banner

Jehovah-Rohi - THE LORD IS MY SHEPARD

Jehovah-shalom - The-Lord-Is-Peace

Jehovah-Rapha - The Lord Who Heals

Jehovah-Jireh - THE LORD SHALL PROVIDE

As for me and my house, his name is Jesus

I Call HIM JESUS AND HE’S MY EVERYTHING.

You were BROUGHT IT A PRICE. The enemy can’t take you out!

3 And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant.

4 And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:

5 For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.

It was a Jewish custom to send delegates for importance matters

The fact that a Gentile Roman had heard of Jesus testifies that his fame exceeded the confines of Judaism.

As we move into this year, we cant afford not to lift up the name of Jesus.

John 12:32 - if I be lifted up, I’ll draw all men unto me.

Another Translation, When I am lifted up!

2017 - Advancing the Kingdom Thru Kingdom Connections

2018 - Empowering Disciples to Make Disciples

2019 - Building Stronger Bridges for Healthier Families

2020 - Faith4Family

2021 - Year of Miracles

2022 - the year of knowing 2023

2023 - The year of reconciliation

2024 - ALL THINGS NEW!

RE-NEWED - visit the alter for refilling of his spirit.

Jobs, promotions, checks in the mail, and business deals.

What good is it without his spirit?

II. Connect with someone who loves the lord and can get a prayer through, now!

A. In 2024, if you’re not uplifting, encouraging

B. Motives and Intentions

Kingdom Connections Only!

Goodbye!

CHOW - italian

Au re·voir French

Adiós - Spanish

Acts 16 v25

25 And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them

26 And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one's bands were loosed.

Acts 4 v8 ESV

Peter and John Before the council [Context] Lame Beggar was healed in the 3rd chapter

8 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers of the people and elders,

9 if we are being examined today concerning a good deed done to a crippled man, by what means this man has been healed,

10 let it be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead—by him this man is standing before you well.

11 This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone.

12 And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”

ONLY JESUS CAN HEAL, SET FREE & Deliver!

Now, Make your request known unto God!

Philippines 4:6 ESV

6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

HEAL, SET FREE AND DELIVER.

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John 4 23 - Jesus Talks With a Samaritan Woman

23 But the hour cometh and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father seeketh such to worship Him.

24 God is a Spirit, and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth.

ALL THINGS NEW!

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; i

If there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Thinking on these things will produce mind that is guarded by the peace of God.

ALL THINGS NEW!!

WHATEVER IS NOT RIGHT, GOD IS ABOUT TO MAKE IT RIGHT!