Keep The Promise Ministries, Inc. - Sermons by Pastor Buddy Chapman

The "I AMS" of Jesus. In times of inadequacy; Jesus says He is the way. He is all sufficient. Our inadequacies have been deemed adequate in Christ. In times of sorrow; Jesus is the truth. Let the reality of the resurrection rise up in you. Devote yourself to knowing the Lord better each day. The truth is that Jesus is a healer and more. In the good times; Don't let favor fog your memory. Be grateful. Be thankful. Be a blessing. Jesus is the greatest I am. Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. John 14:6, 1Cor 1:30, John 10:10.

Step by Step. Invitation; Something cool - The Greek work is kaleo. It means to call, to invite or to receive the name of. Restoration; The act of restoring; Renewal, revival, or reestablishment. A return of something to a former, original, normal or unimpaired condition. God has made it right. It is freeing to know the truth. God does perfect work in imperfect people. Preparation; The Lord teaches us His ways. His word brings comfort, strength wisdom and correction. As His disciples, Holy Spirit guides us step by step. Preparing ones heart revives the soul. Our life is a showcase for grace. Inspiration; Does God's love inspire you? Do your words inspire others? choose to inspire. Choose to walk in freedom. Choose to walk step by step in the love of the Lord. 1 John 4:10, Eph 1:13-14.

Straight Lines with Crooked Sticks. Who's in charge; God's in charge. he is a God of order. He is all knowing. He is a God of purpose. Rest in the reality; Our loving and sovereign God is always there for us. God's divine design is far better than the plans of man. Today rest in knowing God is in control. In the hand of God; God can draw straight lines with crooked sticks. Nothing is impossible when were in the hand of God. God's not done with you yet. We don't fight for victory, we fight from victory and the battle is God's. Isa 46:9-10, Psa 22:28, Psa 48:14, Prov 16:4, Rev 4:11, John 10:27-30.

GOD-SIZED. Live above regrets; Don't let the past paralyze you. Be wise with the gift each day. Listen to the Lord with a renewed expectation. God's plan is to lead you forward to what can be, not have you looking back with regret on what could have been. Live boldly; Don't yield to your doubts. Be determined to trust God regardless of your current situation. Don't count yourself out when God's in your corner. Expect great things. Live in grace not guilt; God's answer for guilt. If your past mistakes are driving your bus then the devil is driving, not God. Faith starts where you are at and will carry you where you need to be. Do you know the truth; Jesus is the truth. The truth is we all miss the mark. Press in, Press on, and trust God through any difficulties. Psa 139:16, Phil 3:13-14, Acts, John 1:29, Heb 9:26, Isa 44:22, Heb 9:25

Dealing with Difficulty. Unity; Promote unity- Look for what you can agree on instead of focusing on what you can't. QTIP-Quit Taking It Personal. Be merciful-everyone can use mercy. Don't be prideful-Check yourself. Be humble-Mirror Christ. Look for the value in others. Exalt Christ; Follow the attitude of Christ. Dealing with difficult people not only tests our faith, but it also puts our witness on display. Don't let people drain you dry. Bearers of Light; Shine for Jesus. Exalt the Lord in everything you do. Philip 2:1-4, Philip 2:14-15, Prov 15:1, James 4:6, Phillip 1:27, Matt 10:14, John 14:6.

My... My... My... Rock; My God is my rock in whom I take refuge. Refuge-A place of shelter, protections or safety. Anything to which one has a recourse for aid, relief, or escape. Jesus is the rock of our salvation. God is faithful in our daily battles. We have a firm foundation on Christ our Lord. Fortress; Fortress is a large fortified place. A fort or a group of forts, often including a town. Any place of exceptional security. Is Jesus your Masada? Place of security... He is my shield... Chris is my covering. Deliverer; The horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Why worry? Why do we get so down? We have been delivered. Psa 18:2, Psa 18:19, Psa 18:35-36, Col 1:13, Psa 63:1-8.

Lift Up, Step Out, Run. Lift Up; Lift up our eyes. Put our gaze on God. Reflect on the favor we have in Him. Lift up our voices. Allow the Lord to lift your burdens. Step Out; Step out in Faith! Anchored in the Lord. Am I seeking the Lord? Am I drawing nearer to Him? Run; Am I running my race or trying to run someone else's race? It's not about being first. Remember my identity in Christ. Psa 123:1, John 16:33, Rom 10:17, Matt 11:28-30, Heb 2:10, 2Cor 4:16-18, 2Cor 5:17, Heb 12:1, Philip 3:14.

Praise Part II. Intimacy; A close affectionate or loving personal relationship. Illuminate- Praise God that His word is a lamp unto our feet. Holy Spirit is our guide. Identity - forgiveness, righteousness, love and freedom. Servant Hood; Serving is about the heart not the task. We server from the position "we get to" not "we got to". We become people conscious instead of self-conscious. We've been set apart as a mighty instrument in the hand of God. We are secure in Christ. Exalt; To praise, to raise in rank, honor. Power, character, quality, elevate. Experience His presence. Encounter His love. Express your love toward Him. Hold nothing back. God's grace is bigger than our past. Psa 29:2, Psa 150, Psa 19:105, 2Cor 5:17, John 17:20.

Praise Part I. Prayer; Prayer is our avenue to communicate with God. Sometimes we allow that avenue to get bogged down. Prayer breaks down the barriers and opens the door to peace and grace. Power-There is power in praise! Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Relationship; Jesus Christ has restored our relationship back with God. Redeemed-Bought out of sin and placed into His family. Because of God's goodness, we can rest in Him. We can be revived by His truth. We can be renewed in our strength. Acceptance; A child of God. A friend of Jesus. I am united to the Lord and am one spirit with Him. I am sure that the good work that God has started in me will be finished. I am complete in Christ. I am forgiven of all my sins. Psa 150:6, 1John 4:10, Rom 5:8, John 1:12, Phil 2:9, John 15:15, 1 Cor 3:16, Col 1:14, Col 2:10.

Encountering Christ. Knowing Him; God doesn't need a maid. He desires a bride. Do you feel like you have an internal "to do list" hanging over your head? Serving this way might be gratifying, but it usually isn't satisfying. Are you so busy doing things for Jesus that you don't end up doing anything with Jesus? Abiding; What does it mean to abide? Living each moment totally depending on His life within us to cause us to be all that He desires us to be and to do all that He desires us to do. It is not a formula it is a friendship! It is a fellowship! Expressing; Abiding in Christ cannot be separated from expressing the life of Christ. You can't express what you don't possess. Look at any fruit tree. Biblically Christianity is an expression of the life of Christ through His church in the world. The time you spend with God is priceless. John 17:3, Luke 10:38-42.