Text: Exodus 14:15-18

1. Be Courageous

The law of the Christian church is to advance.

Fear and faith cannot dwell in the same heart; if we trust God, we need not be afraid.

God never brings his Church or people into positions from which retreat is necessary, or in which advance is impossible.

Text: Luke 1:26-38

Applicable wonders during this Christmas season.

1. Faith opens our lips in praise to God, while unbelief silences us.

2. Mary is blessed among women but not above women.

3. Mary yielded herself to the Holy Spirit knowing full well that she would experience shame and misunderstanding.

4. The Gift from God is the greatest of all the wonders!

Text: Hebrews 10:25

The hour and day we live people do not want to be together in church or any community gathering where praise and worship is the sound of appreciation unto the Lord!

The Church is not necessarily shrinking in size, but instead, she has become a Church quiet by the lack of a song.

Everyone has a song in there heart! When you gave your heart to the Lord, He put a new song there. 

Text: Matthew 17:14-21

We should pay close attention to this statement of faith that the Lord, Jesus Christ, is making here! 

Fearful vs. Faithful

Fear causes spiritual blindness; power to build mountains, unfaithfulness; weakness in following the commands of God.

Faith causes miracles; dreams answered; hope complete; overcoming difficult circumstances.

Psalm 121:1-8

In the time of trouble, one seeks to find promise, protection, and prosperity. To be consoled and comforted. Brought to that place where the help is lasting and foundational. 

Recognizing and reacting to the Lord and His deep concern for His children and creation. His deep love and compassion, which surrounds us with righteousness and grace. To Him we give glory, and it is Him we seek in these times.

There is an ascent in prayer and praise that will always draw you near to Him. That nearness cannot be explained in words or deeds but only by faith and trust in an Everlasting Father.

Text Isaiah 37:2-4

Are you tired? Weary from the labors of ministry? Exhausted from life's interactions. Have you become apathetic and impatient as you wait on the Lord answer to your delicate prayers and requests? 

How often do you sit and ponder the day when the Lord seeded you with a promise? You are ready to give birth to this surety of ministry and Kingdom design He has delivered into you! But you are weary, worn out, have no more strength to push one more step closer.

Do not give up! His promises are real, dynamic, and personal to each one. Do not let anyone intimidate you or speak negatively of you! His shield is about you, and you are about to give birth to His commitment in your life because you are highly favored of the Lord.

Text: Psalm 119:32

Freedom has great value and carries a responsibility to maintain. Freedom found by people throughout this world and even as close as your neighbors is an experience to applaud. When going through life, at its rapid pace, we often look for places to rest and regain strength.

Text: 1 Corinthians 16:3

Don’t be unsettled in your mind. Don’t be afraid to be firm in your convictions. Don’t be like some and question everything into questions. Have faith, conviction, and courage because these are the essential ingredients for success and victory.

Text: 2 Corinthians 1:20

When the Lord speaks a promise He is able to complete it! The contributing factor to a lack of faith and an embracing of fear is the lack of trust in God Himself! Looking at what you see instead of what you have been promised!

Genesis 35:3

A place of your starting position with God  (Vision and the vow)

A place of worship

A place where negative associations are released from you

A place of revival of the most pleasant recollections