We idolize pastors, teachers, missionaries, and other religious leaders. 2. Sermons It can deliver water as long as you need it to because it is continuously and directly connected to its source of power. As the scripture says, For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. (Lamentations 3:33) At the same time, God does allow us to suffer. Its that simple, but it can make all the difference in discerning Gods will for your life and knowing that God is with you, whatever situations and circumstances you may be facing at the moment. AS THE BRANCH CANNOT BEAR FRUIT OF ITSELF, EXCEPT IT ABIDE IN THE VINE; NO MORE CAN YE, EXCEPT YE ABIDE IN ME. To be a witness means to share with others what you have seen and experienced yourself. There are passages in the Bible I dont think anybody understands! Any day of the year, we're here for you! Sarah, How does this make you feel? FRIDAYDance With Jesus LinkupSusan B. Mead,Grace and Truth LinkupArabah Joy,Counting My Blessings Deb Wolf,Fresh Market FridayCrystal TwaddellELLENS PICKSEllen Graf-Martin, VIVID image! When we are filled with the power of the Holy Ghost, there are things we must do to stay connected to God: fast, pray, and read the Word. The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. unless it remains in the vine, The idea is staying connected to Jesus. So in times of adversity our greatest resource is each other, and the power of God. We rush through our lives and fit Jesus in, if we can. We must never stop breathing spiritually. According to Jesus, that kind of prayer power is available to every believer. What we need to remember is that, in the Old Testament, the vine was a common image for the people of Israel. and they are not connected to Christ, the head of the body. 5 I AM THE VINE, YE ARE THE BRANCHES: HE THAT ABIDETH IN ME, AND I IN HIM, THE SAME BRINGETH FORTH MUCH FRUIT: FOR WITHOUT ME YE CAN DO NOTHING. I dont know of anyone who cant relate to that. Denomination: No branch can bear fruit by itself; What do I do about calling a priest father at my Catholic University? So, the cure is to stay connected to Him. and proven character, hope: The question is, how? Or, you are all about your education or career. endobj God has put all things under the authority of Christ and has made him head over all things for the benefit of the church. Which of these qualities would you most like the Spirit to begin developing in your life? Yes, a very vivid word picture you tell. (Galatians 5:22-23). Verse 17 says, If anyone belongs to Christ, there is a new creation. When you run a race, such as a marathon, it is your race to win or lose. xoxo. Giza Community is a community of speculation, commentary, and opinion on current We need Jesus. xoxo, Great object lesson, Sherry. Trust that he now directs and empowers you as you obey. ~Sherry What freedom does the Spirit give to you? WebWhy is being Connected so Important? If you turn off everything except the modem and router, you should have internet access even longer. And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself. If God just did everything for us and we never had to pray, soon we would take things for granted. We have a desire to change but oftentimes the power to carry through just isnt there. Hours before He went to the cross. Gods Spirit produces the character of Christ in you. Gods awesome plan is to transform your life into something beautiful and Christ-like. Let me not get casual with Your love. Power Outage: The Importance of Staying Connected. The Cross And Separation From The World (1 Peter 4:1-6), 7. We need to know what to do when the inevitable occurs. Remain in me, and I will remain in you. at the description of the spoiled food in your fridge one we can relate to with the odors left from the hurricane here last week. Baptist, Introduction: An old farmer decided it was finally time to take his family into the big city. Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? You are the branches. Christ way of staying plugged into the source is that if we inhabit, live in Him, be situated in Him with every moment we live and His words (the bible) dwell in us. In the sermon this morning, Id like for us to look more closely at this passage to see how it speaks to us today, and then Id like to suggest four disciplines to help us stay connected to the Body of Christ throughout the changing seasons of our lives. Once were cut off from the wellspring of Gods Spirit, we begin to wither and die. It is the same with you. - It is essential, vital, of utmost importance, top priority, A #1, to stay connected to your Power Source. In my secular job, I depend heavily upon power tools. Hours before the lives of these disciples would be turned upside down, Jesus warned them that being disconnected from Him would lead to ruin. so it is with Christs body. The old has become engrained in us. Youre able to keep that vital connection and trust Him to take care of everything else. Block out uninterrupted time with Jesus every day (dont rush it), Make rest and time with your family a priority, Focus the rest of your time on being the man or woman you were created to be. xoxo, Your email address will not be published. I could smell it in my memory. that cuts and breaks with tenderest touch, Help me never to take that for granted. Thank you for the reminders! John 15:4-5 NIV. TRY SERMONWRITER! Days go by much easier when we spend time in personal daily devotions. The Word of God is FULL of POWER (POWERFUL) Heb 4:12 and is useful for all aspects of our lives, leading to perfection (2 Tim 3:16-17). Fostering a sense of connectedness. 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Almost 5 years later some of those people still have not fully come back to serving, and others are now showing the signs of burn out. (LogOut/ Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Reflect on what you read, Read: Mark 5:21-43. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a0e0c706923cb0218911a9008ee27994" );document.getElementById("hc7e84e542").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. They loaded up the old truck and rumbled into the swank downtown shopping district. And so, graduates, we salute you. Help me never to take that for granted. 3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, The church at Philippi was planted during Pauls 2nd missionary journey Put aside distractions and get immersed in God's Word. Neither can you bear fruit Women's Combo - Water in the Desert & Soul H2O, The Most Powerful Way To Deal With Self-Criticism. THE TITLE OF MY MESSAGE IS CONNECTED TO THE SOURCE, WHEN THE ISRAELITES GOT CONNECTED TO THE GREAT I AM. I dont know about you, but I dont enjoy pruning trees, though Ive done my share. Everyone is needed to make the body complete. 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Its time to be still. Be proactive about the things that you schedule and prioritize the things that draw you close to God so that they are prominent and not overlooked because of a hectic schedule. Think about that for a moment. 4 AND, BEING ASSEMBLED TOGETHER WITH THEM, COMMANDED THEM THAT THEY SHOULD NOT DEPART FROM JERUSALEM, BUT WAIT FOR THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER, WHICH, SAITH HE, YE HAVE HEARD OF ME. ANSWERED PRAYERS ARE CONTINGENT AND NOT AUTOMATIC. I CANNOT FULFILL GOD'S PURPOSE FOR MY LIFE BY MYSELF. Read Galatians 5:16. Finally, I suggested that he take the matter before the congregation, that Id give him time from the pulpit to make his case. Melanie has written many Bible study guides (available on Bible.org and her website me More. BUT TO PREPARE AND STRENGTHEN US TO BE ABLE TO CARRY AN ABUNDANCE OF FRUIT. A faucet, on the other hand, is continually connected to a source of water. 1. Where can we find the power that is able to produce this real and true transformation in our lives today? Site Map. He is addressed by several titles in the Bible Spirit of God, Spirit of Jesus, the Spirit, and the Holy Spirit. Similarly, through your new identity in Christ, you have all the potential you need to live as a new creation in Christ. Write observations of what you see and how you feel about the truth in the space given. Read John 7:37-39. We flock to hear them speak to us when what we really need to do is go up the mountain and speak with Jesus directly. 11 I INDEED BAPTIZE YOU WITH WATER UNTO REPENTANCE: BUT HE THAT COMETH AFTER ME IS MIGHTIER THAN I, WHOSE SHOES I AM NOT WORTHY TO BEAR: HE SHALL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY GHOST, AND WITH FIRE: 47 AND THAT REPENTANCE AND REMISSION OF SINS SHOULD BE PREACHED IN HIS NAME AMONG ALL NATIONS, BEGINNING AT JERUSALEM. When you invited Jesus Christ into your life, he actually entered your lifeand will be with you foreverthrough the Holy Spirit living in you. <>>> In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. (Psalms 91:1-2, 10-11). Thank you so much for praying for my husband. Thats just empty religion, and Jesus didnt give Himself for religion. Amen. With him, you can do anything and everything through Christ who gives you strength through the Spirit. We need to realize that the problem lies with us. Read John 16:13-15. neither is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh; A computer has all the potential to do what it was created to do, but it has no power of its own. it must remain in the vine. 1997 - 2023 Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. Aka Kenneth Copeland Ministries. Rubbing shoulders with those who share the faith can give you a boost when you get discouraged. I am writing these things to you now, even though I hope to be with you soon, so that if I am delayed, you will know how people must conduct themselves in the household of God. We say a prayer and read a chapter or two in the Bible just so we can check the box and get on with our day. Psalm 46 is an The focus of the branch is just to stay connected to the vine. that you, whose life has borne some fruit, might now bear much (more).. No longer would the makeup of Gods chosen people be determined by their race and their Jewish ancestry, it would hinge upon their relationship to Jesus Christ. Jesus is the vine. Check out these helpful resources Most of us have electric Dont you realize that all of you together are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God lives in you? Trees of the wood when he comes. Any time you leave them you hurry to get things done and think about, or worry about, them the entire time that you are gone. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.. Our lives are a whirlwind of activity. You must stay joined to me. Another Benefit of Being Connected is You get LIFE AND GROWTH, 3. In Jesus NameAmen, [tweetthis]Lifes too hard to live disconnected from God.[/tweetthis]. Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith: For many of us, the things that we do that should draw us closer to Christ have just become activities that we need to check off of our daily list. THEY DIDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT STUMBLING IN THE DARK BECAUSE THE PILLAR OF FIRE GAVE THEM LIGHT AND GUIDANCE. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. ~Sherry Life will be a continual battle between the desire to do things your wayor Christs way. Southside Baptist Church - April 30, 2023 Service - Facebook Web"Staying Connected to the Source of Power" Sunday Sermon - YouTube New York Beloved Church 5/16/21 Sunday ServicePreacher: Daniel HuhPassage: Judges 16: 15 - 17NYBC We desperately need to directly connect with Him. You are the branches. He is the source of our life; apart from him, we wither and die. Stay Connected to God by Accepting Jesus Love No moving forward into the new until we experience the forgiveness of the old.. So, how do we stay connected? Praying you stay connected to the vine. I thought something died in the trailer but it was just the fridge. What we need most is not more activity, not even more religious activity. There's nothing like a KCM event. and taken to heaven in glory. Like Martha, if we choose activity over Christ we will become focused on ourselves, unhappy with everything, and because of that ultimately we will be useless to anyone. and vindicated by the Spirit. JESUS THROUGH THE GOSPEL OF JOHN PROCLAIMED TO THE WORLD THAT THE SAME I AM THAT DELIVERED THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL FORM EGYPT IS THE SAME I AM IN THE IN THE FLESH OF JESUS. KPMGs smart audit platform, KPMG Clara, will now use MindBridges technology to help unleash the power of AI into audits, further enabling the identification of unexpected And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. Meat in the freezer was rancid. As you do so, you will get to know and understand him betterthis One who loves you dearly. Were too busy. This shows us that another aspect of abiding in Jesus is remaining in Jesus. Faith is how you turn your life over to the Spirit and trust him on a daily basis. And so, the word to the wise is: STAY CONNECTED. When I read this portion of scripture in John I cant help but remember the results when our fridge didnt stay connected to the power source. Ask for what you need and even what you want. Read Romans 8:26. Hes given us that privilege but far too few of us take advantage of it. Not even more religious activity. The power of Christ is available to bring us: A. Prayer Living in the Fathers Love., Related Topics: Basics for Christians, Christian Life, Spiritual Life, Melanie Newton is the founder of Joyful Walk Ministries, an online ministry that helps women learn to study the Bible for themselves and grow their Bible-teaching skills to lead others on a joyful walk with Jesus.
