Does God answer prayers?   - Read 1 John 5:14-15   - When God says “yes.”   -  1 Samuel chapters 1-2. Story of Hannah   - If you have prayed specifically for something and God has granted it to you, then you can be assured that it is His will.     -  When God says “no.”   - John 11:  Story of Lazarus   - God sees the Big Picture.  He knows what He is doing and what is best for us.     - When God says “wait.”   - Sometimes hearing “wait” is harder than hearing “no.”    Because it means we have to be patient.  Romans 8:25

Have you ever doubted your salvation?  How can I know for certain?   - God’s Word tells us to examine ourselves:  2 Corinthians 13:5   - How can you know for certain.  1 John 5:11-13 Also:  Romans 8:16   - Evidence that proves your salvation:   1.  Who/What do you love?  Matthew 22:37-40   2.  Humility before God and man.  James 4:6   3.  Obedience:  John 14:15   Not perfection > but Direction.     Saving faith is a faith that stands the test.   "Let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith.”  Hebrew 10:22   Learn more about Gratis Church or give online at gratischurch.com

What is the key to living the Victorious Christian Life?   Key Scriptures: 1 John 5:4-5, Colossians 2:6,  Galatians 3:1-3, 1 John 2:16, Hebrews 4:15-16   - The Victorious Christian Life is the life that is lived by faith. - The Victorious Christian Life is rooted and grounded in faith. - The Victorious Christian Life is a moment-by-moment surrender to God.   - The Victorious Christian Life is a journey of faith.   - It is begun by faith. - It is lived by faith.   - The Victorious Christian Life is a life lived in victory over “all that is in the world.”   - Victory over the lust of the flesh - Victory over the lust of the eyes - Victory over the pride of life   The Victorious Christian Life is possible only because of Jesus.   Learn more about Gratis Church at gratischurch.com.

Key Scriptures: Acts 11:25-26, 13:2-5, 15:36-41

Barnabas recognized potential and developed it.

1. Who in your life needs you to recognize and develop their potential? What’s the first step God wants you to take?

2. Who needs you to give them a second chance even though they disappointed you? What tangible move will you make this week?

 

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This week we looked at Barnabas' faith and how he nurtured faith.

Key Scriptures: 

Acts 8:1-3

Acts 9:3-6

Acts 9:26-30

What individual or group do you struggle to believe could ever be true Christ followers? 

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What image comes to your mind when you think of home?  

1.  You need a Family Home. (Genesis 1:27-28; 2:18-25)   2.  You need a Church Home.  (Ephesians 5:22-33)   3.  You need a Heavenly Home.  (John 14:1-6)  (Rev. 21:1-4)   Learn more and give online at GratisChurch.com

Celebrating 12 years of Gratis Church August 13, 2023 together. 

We had the honor to have guest speaker Larry Wynn share an encouraging message. Take a listen! 

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