Lifestone Church

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Romans 1:1-17

The truth in this book…

…will give us power to live this life.

…is the only salvation for both this life and eternity.

…applies to everyone.

…shows the only way to be worthy before God.

Common Financial Myths often taught in Churches

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Old Testament Leaders

Prophets

Judges

Priests

Kings

New Testament

Apostles

Bishops/Pastors/Overseers/Elders

Deacons

Implications for Believers Today

Jesus turned the leadership model upside down. Matt 20:25 Heb 1:1-3

New Testament leaders are given roles, not titles.

Local churches are instructed to have qualified overseers. 1 Peter 5:2-7

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Church - Ekklessia - called out ones

There are many visible churches and only one true invisible church.

God’s design for unity is centered in truth and love.

God’s will for us is to:

John 6:40, 2 Peter 3:9, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:3 & 5:16-18

1. Know him

2. Surrender daily

3. Give thanks always

4. Reach others

How to find my calling:

Luke 5:1-11, Matthew 5:13-16 & 28:16-20

1. Who I am

2. What I have

3. Where I am

The Real Spirit of Christmas

Mark 2:16-17, Romans 5:8-10, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Redefining Christmas

Christmas is offered to all people.

Christmas is a daily choice.

Christmas is a call to surrender.