Lakeshorecf Tega Cay

UNDER CONTRACT "The Anatomy of a Blood Covenant, Pt. 2"

Lakeshore Tega Cay Campus Pastor: Brandon Dirmann

The covenant ceremony speaks several truths

1. Your needs are no w my needs, and my resources are now your resources (The exchanging of coats)

2. Your enemies are now my enemies, and your battles are now my battles (The exchanging of weapons belts)

3. I will never leave you or forsake you -- this is forever. (The walk of blood)

4. I will always wear the mark of this covenant as a continual reminder (The cutting of flesh)

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UNDER CONTRACT "The Anatomy of a Blood Covenant, Pt. 1"

Lakeshore Senior Pastor: Gil Dirmann

1. What is a Blood Covenant?A blood covenant is a binding agreement between two parties, motivated by either love or strengths/weaknesses.

2. What does a Blood Covenant Involve?A blood covenant involves four parts: Terms, Length, Site, Representatives.

Covenant Terms - Parameters and outcomes; like modern-day contract.

Covenant Length - Outlined duration; usually lifetime of individuals, but often extending to future generations.

Covenant Site - A significant and often sacred location; allowed witnesses to observe and verify the agreement.

Covenant Representatives - Persons of authority from each side.

3. There were 9 Ceremonial Commitments of a Blood Covenant

I. The Agreement in Blood

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UNDER CONTRACT "No Longer Strangers To The Covenant"

Lakeshore Senior Pastor: Gil Dirmann

1. Many Christians are strangers to the covenants of promise.

2. Understanding the reality of "covenant" creates absolute confidence in His promises.

3. Confidence in God's covenanted promise anchors our soul in times of chaos and crisis.

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MORE THAN LEAVES "I Want Bible Days"

Lakeshore Tega Cay Campus Pastor: Brandon Dirmann

3 Essentials to Seeing Bible Days

Commitment to receive and be covered by God's Word to our church.

Commitment to continual community.

Persistent and purposeful prayer

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MORE THAN LEAVES "Make It, But Don't Miss It"

Lakeshore Tega Cay Campus Pastor: Brandon Dirmann

1. Kingdom Fruitfulness = Christ-likeness & Christ-mindedness

2. Fruitfulness is a God Thing

3. You Have to Be Willing to Change

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MORE THAN LEAVES "Where God Is Looking"

Lakeshore Tega Cay Campus Pastor: Brandon Dirmann

1. God is always looking.

2. God is looking at the heart:

    A. Because our heart tells the real story.

    B. Because God loves us and desires to give us life.

3. God is looking for humility, not perfection

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STEPPING IN DEEPERLakeshore Gastonia Campus Pastor: Robert Rosales

Big Thought...

My experience with God is determined by my depth in God

Stepping in deeper means there is increasing progress and spiritual maturity in my relationship with Jesus Christ

1. Ankle Deep (Salvation)

2. Knee Deep (Prayer & the Word)

3. Waist Deep (Living in God's truth)

4. Too Deep (Living in the currents of the Word & the Spirit)

3 Roadblocks to stepping in deeper

1. Confusing verbal commitment to Christ with an actual commitment to growth in Christ.

2. Confusing activity for depth.

3. Having the Word central in your life without the Holy Spirit leading and controlling your life.

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LET'S TALK ABOUT WELLNESS

"Protecting The Purpose of Wellness"

Lakeshore Senior Pastor: Gil Dirmann

4 Keys to help us protect God's purpose of health and prosperity

1. Guard Your Heart

2. Guard Your Words

3. Guard Your Eyes

4. Guard Your Activities

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LET'S TALK ABOUT WELLNESS "The Purpose of Wellness"

Lakeshore Senior Pastor: Gil Dirmann

3 Reasons God Wants You Well

To show His love for His children

To confirm His faithfulness to His covenant

To advance Kingdom work

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LET'S TALK ABOUT WELLNESS "Wellness Flows From a Well"

Lakeshore Senior Pastor: Gil Dirmann

"The Key to Wellness is Staying Close and Connected to God"

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