APOC Ministry

Are you willing to let go of what you love most for what you believe most? Listen closely to the story of Abraham and how he was willing to walk away from his most valued possession to step into what God was ultimately calling him to do. Making decisions for God involves being close to him in conversations, prayer, actions and beliefs! What are you holding on to that could be holding you back from everything that God has in store for you?

Genesis 12:1-3 - Your hesitation is delaying where God wants to ultimately take you! God is calling us to trust him in the things we have not seen or heard. That comes with great faith and obedience. God wouldn't call us to come out of what we love if he didn't have something better that we can't even fathom at the moment.

Genesis 22 shows us that if we leave what we love most for what we believe most, God will provide instructions when we get there.

When you make that leap of faith, be prepared to face a big test of your faith. Abrahams story can attest to that. You can't get to your final destination going back and forth with God.

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There are levels to everything in life even love, and they are easier to identify than you think. The ultimate goal is Agape love. Many of our favorite Bible characters operated in Eros or brotherly for a long time before exhibiting any form of Agape.

In what stage of love do you most often find yourself?

Adversity in life is guaranteed, but your actions will reveal your level of love.

- If it's Eros, it can be eroded.
- God gives us an opportunity to make our wrongs right.
- Moving through the stages of love is a part of growth in personal relationships and with God.
- Keep Agape love front of mind.

Making principal based decisions keeps you close to God. Paul the apostle, talked about putting on the armor of God daily. It's essential we do the same.

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Stop putting limits on God's ability. We can't ask God to bless us and determine how He does it. We can't say do it right now, or do it that way because we may be blocking a blessing that we just can't see. We have to submit to God's purpose for our lives despite the imperfections we have.

9:01 - Are you questioning God when he gives you sign that he's with you? Are you seeking advice from man when God has already given a clear answer?

10:02 - When God calls you to something greater, imperfections will still be present. Moses spoke to God about not being eloquent enough to do his will. God will never start a work in you that he does not plan to finish! He will be with you each step of the way in your transformation and renewal of the mind. Working through the imperfections allows God to not only receive continuous praise, but it keeps him front of mind as the source when we need help. Exodus 4:10-17

13:10 - God does not make mistakes, he makes masterpieces. Our job is to be available for his use.

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Senior Pastor Eric Thomas and Associate Pastor T.J. Tyus share the stage educating us that we are deemed by God! Each day we have the opportunity to be redeemed by God to live in the purpose he's laid out for us. Our ability to walk in that belief relies on the relationship we establish with God. If there is anything that hinders that belief, it is time to let it go.

5:44 - God is never too far away from a situation to help you. No matter the starting point.

8:50 - God is not slow to keeping his promises! He is patient and wants to ensure we have the endurance to sustain what we are asking him for. We have opportunities to repent, grow in his grace, & grow our relationship with him in each day that we have. Take advantage of his grace to do so!

19:45 - Are you spiritually alive? The health of your relationship depends on trusting him when he says no to your request. Sometimes that can move you closer towards your destiny.

28:35 - Focusing on the end result of Gods promise can you keep your mindset focused on preserving through hard times. Telling yourself that daily will keep you walking upright. Small task makes great gains when done consistently.

32:54 - What do you think about your commitment to God? Where can you improve to sustain the relationship between you and God? Maybe that involves reading the word more, prayer, or having faith. Luke 22:42

35:50 - God will not compromise your purpose for your pain.

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Many of us live under a spirit of fear and rejection. Have you ever considered that failure can be ordained for your good.

Prepare to walk away more encouraged and transformed to walk in God's calling for your life.

10:02 - 2 Timothy 1:6-9 states in order for our gift to make room, we can't operate under the spirit of fear. The spirit of change must be present because it allows us the opportunity to let go of things that hold us back from God's purpose.

11:45 - Fear is a major hinderance to change.

15:50 - Proverbs 24:16 states the righteous will try, fail and rise. In failure you can learn, grow and depend on God more in your life. Look for the lesson in each time you fail.

18:55 - Proverbs 27:10 states, For my mother and father have forsaken me, but the Lord will take me in. No matter who rejects or has opinions about you, the Lord will always have your back. It's our job to execute and believe!

Creator vs Created
Who's approval are you living for?
Who do you want to use you?

Two Types of Worry
1. Fear of Failure. Don't be comfortable or complacent
2. Fear of Rejection. Doing things only to not receive criticism.

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The Lord has plans for you. Our goal shouldn’t only be to read and know the word, but to know the author of the word, and intentionally build a relationship with him. 

Like many of us, in his early experience Peter had a one sided relationship with Jesus. The relationship was great when it didn’t cost Peter anything. Following God will cost you something. Whether that’s faith, certain behaviors or mindsets, or people. 

8:55 - Steward the relationship you have with God and others. Failure to do so heightens the chances of self sabotaging what’s important. With the enemy out to kill, steal and destroy, it’s vital to evaluate your surroundings determining if it’s conducive to growing in God. 

15:30 - Are you complacent or committed in your relationships?

17:16 - It is difficult to execute when you’re not fully committed.

Types of Love Exemplified 

1. Association - Only around for what someone can provide for you. 

2. Unconditional - Around someone no matter what the situation is. 

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Talk is cheap, results speak! It's so much easier to say it than to live it. We often know the right thing to tell someone else, but are we holding ourselves to the same standard?

9:35 - Matthew 23:1-4 If a leader preaches something but doesn't practice it, an unnecessary and heavy burden is now placed on their followers. Be a leader by example.

15:31 - God's opinion of you over other's opinion of you. This also applies to your purpose. Don't envy others because of what they have obtained.

19:25 - Titus 1:16 tells us our works should align with our profession of knowing God.

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Being connected to the right source is everything! The wrong voltage from an outlet has the ability to completely destroy an appliance. So it is with our lives. When connected to the right source however we are able to functioned as designed. But what happens when you know God is your source and you’re not where you want to be?

God either designs or permits events to occur in your life. Unfortunate events occur, but we need to recognize that those moments can build faith & trust if we allow them to.

Every season is your season. Types of seasons include harvest, sowing and reaping. Sowing should never be predicated on number of people you are serving. Faithful over few!

Ways To Grow:
 1. Handle Rejection With Christ Maturity
2. Value & Grow The Relationship With God.

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We’ve been told that we should read God’s word everyday, but is that enough? Are there any additional actions that we should be taking? 

4:00 - Take accountability of your life and actions.

6:15 - 1 Peter 1: 21-24 shows us that through belief in God, our souls will be purified by remaining obedient to his truthful word. 

9:45 - The obstacles we faced to get here also help us to be prepared for what’s ahead. Take heed to the lessons learned. If we choose to, we can learn from the good and bad things present in our lives. Yearn for God and his word like a new born infant despite circumstances. 

15:40 - 1 Peter 1:8-9 tells us that we obtain the final outcome of our belief by faith. The enemy is out to steal, kill and destroy your faith. Stay connected to what brings faith and not destruction. 

Five Steps For Growth

1.Born again
2.Put away old ways/habits.
3.Long for his word like an infant. 
4.Grow in his word & in your actions. 
5.Arrive!