They wouldve been quick to make the connection: Jesus was the new Israel, the one through whom God was establishing a new covenant. it must remain in the vine. ANSWERED PRAYERS ARE CONTINGENT AND NOT AUTOMATIC. Weighing only 7.7 pounds, the River 2 is lightweight and easy to transport, but it boasts an impressive battery life of up to 50 hours on a single charge. Its the same idea as Pauls encouragement that we, pray without ceasing, and the Psalmist who wrote about meditating on Gods word day and night, and Isaiahs writing about our minds being steadfast on God. Let the sea thunder and all that is in it. <> Its time to talk directly to God. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Now, I know there are parts of the Bible that are complex and hard to understand. When you run a race, such as a marathon, it is your race to win or lose. The problem was, hed rationalized about it so long, hed convinced himself it was O.K. Have an awesome week Stay Connected. What Happens When You Connect to a Local Church? Paul instructs us in Romans 12:2 to quit conforming to the patterns and ways of this world but rather be transformed. We would cease to depend upon God. So stop telling lies. John 15:1-7 ERV - Bible Today were going to look at how to break that cycle so that we can live with joy, peace, and spiritual abundance. What Kind of Fruit is Produced when I am Connected? Prayer doesnt have to be long and complex; it can be as simple as a brief morning chat with a friend. A bit later, the doors would open and out walked some more people. Unfortunately, it was just an elevator. xoxo. Oh the smell. Bring these to your Graceful Beginnings leader so she will know how to help you grow. Childerns Sermons The years of her illness and death were the most God-awful years of my life. the same bears much fruit, Whether you leave home to go to college, get married, enter the work force or join a branch of the armed forces, stay connected to the Body of Christ. Spend time reviewing what you have learned this week about your new life in Christ. They just let the vine work through them to produce fruit. We arrived at 1am and opened the door to an overwhelming stench. CONNECTED TO THE SOURCE Theyre a great example of what happens to Christians when we dont remain in Christ. STAYING CONNECTED TO THE POWER SOURCE: STAY PLUGGED, profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:. There is no life without her. Imagine a celebrity coming to your house for lunch. In my secular job, I depend heavily upon power tools. WebWhy is being Connected so Important? IT CONNECTS YOU TO THE POWER OF JESUS. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. The problem is the way we live our lives. The Spirit-filled life is trusting God to produce in you the fruitful life he promised. Some people see religion as making them part of something larger than themselves. Reflect on what you read, Read: Mark 5:21-43. Immigrants also raise demand for goods as well as the supply. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. - It is essential, vital, of utmost importance, top priority, A #1, to stay connected to your Power Source. THE TITLE OF MY MESSAGE IS CONNECTED TO THE SOURCE, WHEN THE ISRAELITES GOT CONNECTED TO THE GREAT I AM. The key to staying connect to Jesus is that the attitude behind our actions is about drawing us closer to Him. Think of it as having a disease (sinfulness) that led to death (no life). Spend time with Him and spend time doing what He made you for. In Him we can do anything that He calls us to do, but apart from Him we will dry up, run on empty, and cease to be useful or productive on any level. Faith is how you received Christ and his Holy Spirit giving you new life. You must stay joined to me. An amazing transformation has begun to take place since you have trusted in Christ as your Savior. Right now we could sure use them. We make headway, then seem to stumble right back into our old ways. Amen. Think about that for a moment. Baptist, Introduction: An old farmer decided it was finally time to take his family into the big city. 3. The Word of God will not benefit us unless we tap into its POWER. Yes, a very vivid word picture you tell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. Read 1 Corinthians 2:9-12. You are the branches. He is the source of our life; apart from him, we wither and die. 4 0 obj Your own hormones and desires will crave to be filled. You can read about it here. 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. Kenneth Copeland Ministries' Church Listing can help you easily find a Bible-believing ministry near you. He is the true vine, the source of our covenant relationship with God. because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts and hope doesnt disappoint us, Christ was revealed in a human body Im sure some of you are thinking, I read my Bible, I pray, I come to church, what am I missing?. Ive had some foul-smelling days because I wasnt connected (or maybe I was loosely connected) to my Source. There is no real, sustaining power within us. Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. Youve given everything that you can thinking that it would bring you satisfaction and fulfillment, but you feel dry and empty and the harder you try the more dry and empty you feel. that feels the knife to prune it for a larger growth, a fuller life Connected WebChristians are not perfect. <> Ill remember forever the foul odors it emitted. 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). ~Sherry So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. Youre running the race set before you, moving full-speed ahead with Gods blessing overtaking you at every step. It makes me wonder, do you think God grieves as he prunes us to be strong disciples of Jesus Christ? 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. We can get too scheduled to spend time in prayer, but the reality is, lifes too hard to live disconnected from God. Need help? This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth. Decide to spend daily time remaining in relationship with Christ, so you can live a fruitful life. Were too busy. neither is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh; Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. Instead of relying on anyone else to tell you what God wants for your life, start a direct conversation with Him. Reclaim your calendar. I dont know much about horticulture, but from what I understand, pruning the branches makes the plant healthier and more productive. Im going to deal with some things directly today because this is too big of an opportunity to miss. Faith is how you turn your life over to the Spirit and trust him on a daily basis. Let Gods Spirit flow through your veins and keep you strong and healthy through the various transitions of life we all experience. Remain in Him Stay Connected To The Vine We tap into the Word of God by reading, studying, meditating, praying, and obeying the Word of God. The Jews in Jesus day had the name, but they lacked the spirit. Required fields are marked *. Today I would like to share with you a verse coming from a sermon that was preached this past week. xoxo. Kenneth Copeland Ministries' mission is to minister the Word of Faith, by teaching believers who they are in Christ Jesus; taking them from the milk of the Word to the meat, and from religion to reality. There is no going home, unless I take her with me. This is not a theory. Verse 17 says, If anyone belongs to Christ, there is a new creation. They loaded up the old truck and rumbled into the swank downtown shopping district. To produce fruit in you and through you. Our past cannot be undone. ~Sherry WebStay Connected (Psalm 46) When one part of the body hurts, we all hurt. How about when easily impatient and snappy? 3 0 obj Its available to you and to meif we will make our union with God the most important thing in our lives. See why more than 377,000 Christians have joined with usand how you can, too! 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. and vindicated by the Spirit. 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. Vanessa ReeferPraise the Lord!! Many believers have mistaken the Holy Spirits power for an emotional feeling or euphoria. Its time to talk directly to God. Instead of relying on anyone else to tell you what God wants for your life, start a direct conversation with Him. Tell Him what is on your mind. Tell Him your concerns. Ask for what you need and even what you want. Pray for the needs of others. And, believe that what you ask will be answered (Matthew 21:22). As the branch cant bear fruit by itself, When we do things in our own power we are like a pitcher. Fighting in Sudan has continued for nearly two weeks since it began on April 15, when violence broke out between the country's army and a paramilitary group called 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 Looking for a church home? How does this make you feel? This translation says, Remain in me, others put it, Abide in me. The idea is staying connected to Jesus. Its a word we all need to hear: Whether you change jobs, move to a new location, retire, experience the death of a loved one, enter a new chapter of your life, stay connected. Christianity is Christ! KPMG and MindBridge have today announced a strategic alliance to help bring advanced artificial intelligence (AI) into KPMG member firms digital audits around the world. Stay Connected to God by Stopping All Compromise and they are not connected to Christ, the head of the body. When I was a child, I learned the secret of opening the Bible to the middle and finding the Book of Psalms. Youre focused on the next bonus or promotion, or you just want everyone to recognize you for being the best. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. To give you life. So glad it caused that reaction Praying it helps you stay connected to the vine. It has one responsibility: the responsibility of remaining in union. Try, If The Preacher Is Dead, The Sermon Will Be Dead, Chasing The Dream, Preaching Greatness, And Knowing Your Audience. Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. Fostering a sense of connectedness. Help me never to take that for granted. Thank you for the reminders! Southside Baptist Church - April 30, 2023 Service - Facebook Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? So, the focus of our lives shouldnt be more activity. 2. Connect with Jesus Consistently & Continually. 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. You want everything to be just right. Sadly, not every believer experiences the power to live this life as God intended. 4 Being Connected, CONNECTS YOU TO GOD'S FAMILY, A Christians without a Church Family is a Spiritual Orphan. 1. endobj THURSDAYHeart Encouragement ThursdayCrystal Storms, Chasing CommunityBarbara Bradford Ottinger I give you, Holy Spirit, control of my thoughts, attitudes, words and behavior today. If we went without food for as often as we went without reading Think how wonderful it would be to have such harmony with God that you knew what He wanted you to do and your prayers were answered every time. BUT TO PREPARE AND STRENGTHEN US TO BE ABLE TO CARRY AN ABUNDANCE OF FRUIT. Last summer was one of the hottest summers on record in the past 75 years so, it was still hot when we got to Braeside on Labor Day weekend. It opened my eyes and made me more sensitive and compassionate toward those whove had similar experiences. ~Sherry But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Giza Community is a community of speculation, commentary, and opinion on current In a few short moments, the same doors opened and out stepped this young, gorgeous blonde. Read: Mark 4:21-41. Prayer is the lifeline of any healthy life of faith. He who remains in me, and I in him, Jesus Spirit living in you has begun this change, and he will continue his work throughout your life (Philippians 1:6). We are carefully joined together in him, becoming a holy temple for the Lord. unless it remains in the vine, Why Getting Connected Matters 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. Power As Sudan conflict continues, here's what to know : NPR We drive ourselves until we run on empty, and then we push harder to fix the problem only to make it worse. Read Galatians 5:16. Thanks for sharing. Push all day to deal with unrealistic deadlines, unsympathetic bosses, or uncooperative customers. Bless him. AS THE BRANCH CANNOT BEAR FRUIT OF ITSELF, EXCEPT IT ABIDE IN THE VINE; NO MORE CAN YE, EXCEPT YE ABIDE IN ME. Hurry to work. and announced to the nations. This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember your high school graduation? Gods Spirit came to live inside you forever (you are never alone! Take the kids to school. All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. %PDF-1.5 What does Jesus promise to those who come to him? It's in the book of John chapter 15 verse 5 and it says, I am the vine; you are the branches. And so, I encourage you to read the Bible for inspiration and enjoyment. He is always with us, but we arent always aware of that because we get caught up in and distracted by everything going on in our lives. 2 0 obj Plugging Into The Power Source - Sermon Central You are healed of the disease. Do you find yourself irritable more often than normal? I will make a helper who is just A final issue that Ill mention is that we are just in too big of a hurry. Immigrants Have Enriched American Culture and Enhanced Our Obviously, the work of the vinedresser is to prune the branches. The power of Christ is available to bring us: A. THE REVELATION OF JESUS, AS POWERFUL AS IT IS. I am the vine. Try it sometime. Real change must deal with the reality of sin and the effects of that sin upon our lives. Just ask the people whose homes were destroyed by tornadoes a couple of weeks ago up in the Midwest. And so, graduates, we salute you. Stay Connected to God by Praying through the Holy Spirit Im laughing (just a little!) We understand through the trial and error of life that this is a very difficult task to perform. You stress over all the details and then suddenly realize that you are the only one doing all the work. In much the same way, the church today bears the name of Jesus Christ; the question is, how well do we know him as Lord and Savior? Branches dont work harder to produce fruit, in fact they dont work at all. Sermons Thank you so much for praying for my husband. Weighing only 7.7 pounds, the River 2 is lightweight and easy to transport, but it boasts an impressive battery life of up to 50 hours on a single charge.