July 16, 2024

Covenant Over Contract by Pastor Mitch Collins | VBPH SUNDAY MORNING

54 minutes

Summary

The sermon explores the theme of relationships and the importance of operating in covenant rather than contract. It uses the story of Abraham and Isaac as an example of a covenant relationship with God. The sermon emphasizes the need to endure difficulties and misunderstandings in relationships and to choose love and forgiveness over retaliation. It also highlights the significance of covenant relationships in the context of marriage, family, church, and friendships. Living by covenant means trusting in God's ability to bless and transform lives, rather than depending on people. It involves forgiving others and seeking reconciliation, even in difficult situations. Living by covenant protects us from gossip and slander, and allows us to experience the supernatural power of God. It requires a change in mindset and a commitment to walk in obedience to God's voice. By living in covenant with God, we can experience His blessings and fulfill His purpose for our lives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context

00:57 The Testing of Relationships

03:00 The Story of Abraham and Isaac

05:11 Can God Have a Friend?

10:28 Operating in Covenant vs. Contract

19:35 The Danger of Contract Relationships

23:31 The Power of Covenant Relationships

26:15 Choosing Love and Forgiveness

29:01 Conclusion and Call to Action

28:05 Living by Contract vs. Living by Covenant

34:27 Protection from Gossip and Slander

41:20 A Change in Mindset and Commitment to Obedience

45:55 Experiencing God's Blessings and Fulfilling His Purpose

Takeaways

Operating in covenant rather than contract in relationships

Enduring difficulties and misunderstandings in relationships

Choosing love and forgiveness over retaliation

The significance of covenant relationships in various contexts Living by covenant means trusting in God's ability to bless and transform lives.

Forgiveness and reconciliation are essential in living by covenant.

Living by covenant protects us from gossip and slander.

Living by covenant requires a change in mindset and a commitment to obedience.

By living in covenant with God, we can experience His blessings and fulfill His purpose for our lives.

Sound Bites

"Every relationship you have in life, you're either in that relationship and you're operating under a spirit of covenant or a spirit of contract."

"Contract says I've got to go fix that. I've got to clarify. And contract, if it's not rectified, allows bitterness to creep in."

"Living by covenant moves the heart of God. Living by contract means depending on people for blessings."

Show Notes

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