"But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve… But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15 (NLT)Every family is in need of a “Fixer Upper”.Fixer UpperWeek 5- Finances Part 2Just because you believe in the principle of tithing – doesn’t mean you practice it.Tithing: A commandment or a principle?Tithing: Your attitude matters.Remember this:The person who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the person who sows generously will also reap generously.7Each person should do as he has decided in his heart—not reluctantly or out of necessity, for God lovesa cheerful giver.8And God is ableto make every grace overflow to you, so that in every way, always having everything you need, you may excel in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 (HCSB)Tithing: Less is more.What your tithe says to God…1. You’re my provider2. You’re in control3. I believe you.4. I trust you5. I surrender

Fixer UpperA sermon series by Dwayne M. Lype "But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve… But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15 (NLT)Every family is in need of a “Fixer Upper”.Fixer UpperWeek 4- FinancesAction steps to win with money Sign the title. Practice healthy “stewardship” Get out of debt. Pay yourself second. Trust your provider. Be here next week.

Fixer UpperA sermon series by Dwayne M. LypeWeek 3 - Faithfulness "But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve… But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15 (NLT)Every family is in need of a “Fixer Upper”.Gods faithfulness says…I will never leave youI’ll keep my promiseI have a planI'm in control

Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity.6Let your conversation be gracious and attractive so that you will have the right response for everyone. Colossians 4:5-6

Fixer UpperA sermon series by Dwayne M. Lype "But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve… But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15 (NLT)Every family is in need of a “Fixer Upper”.Fixer Upper #1 - ForgivenessForgiveness Blueprints…1. Live a life of repentance.2. Switch shoes.3. Forgive immediately.Bury it deep.

Vision Sunday‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)

Pray First. Week 4 - The Posture of Prayer‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)Posture = attitude, perspective, approachImpractical faith steps Pray with your Bible open. When prayer is difficult… Worship. When God answers your prayer… Tell someone. Make your faith active.

Pray First. Week 3Purpose of Prayer‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)1. Strength2. Direction3. Communion4. Healing5. CleansingPractice prayer when… You feel weak You feel lost God seems distant You are sick (mind, soul, body) You’re in a dark place

Pray First. Week 2 - Powerful Prayer‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)Powerful prayer is birthed in humility, contrition, and surrender.Powerful Prayer checklist Check your ATTITUDE Check your FAITH Check your MOTIVECheck your HEART

Pray First. Week 2 - Powerful Prayer‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)Powerful prayer is birthed in humility, contrition, and surrender.Powerful Prayer checklist Check your ATTITUDE Check your FAITH Check your MOTIVECheck your HEART