For centuries, God told His story mostly through one people in one part of the world.  Throughout this period, there were hints of His future plans, but most of His intentions were shrouded in mystery.  In Christ, however, God reveals the truth behind this mystery, His eternal plan to reclaim His creation. 
The Point: When we work for Christ, no effort is wasted, because He is at work in us!
Next Steps: Work for Christ this week like your efforts matter, because they do!
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Christ’s power to reunite us comes from His identity. He is both fully divine and fully human.  He alone has this identity, so only He can save us from our destructive ways.  Because of who He is, He can reconcile a world that seems to be ripping itself apart. 
The Point: Welcome to the family! God wants you here! That’s why Christ came to earth!
Next Steps: Take time each day this week to thank God for including us in His family!
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Researchers have shown that we are biologically and psychologically wired to please someone. in the opening chapter of his letter, Paul prays that His readers would live worthy lives by pleasing God. He puts in the right order. When we try first to please ourselves or someone else, we mess with a fundamental part of our nature.  Christ comes to restore that desire within us.  

The Point: When we focus on pleasing Him, He will equip and empower us to succeed.
 
Next Steps: What one thing will we do each day this week just because we want to please Him?

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When God wins, His victory is neither partial nor marginal.  It is complete, entire and whole.  In this early stage of His people’s journey, God shows them where this story is going, revealing a victory that some day the entire world will acknowledge as they bow before the Sovereign Lord. The Point: Our God rescued us so we can help rescue one more. 
Next Steps: What one thing can we do this week to help rescue one more?
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As the first step into their newly rediscovered homeland, God again leads in dramatic fashion.  This fight would be His fight.  The people were required to listen, obey and follow, but God alone provided the power to win.
The Point: Our God’s holy power should both inspire and humble us. 
Next Steps: What struggle can we turn over to God this week?
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Memory can be a blessing or a curse, depending upon what we are remembering. Our more powerful memories constantly push themselves into and influence our present.  Through Joshua, therefore, God commands His people to memorialize and  remember this event, so that it can guide them far into the future when they encounter new challenges. 
The Point: The sovereign LORD of creation wants each of us to know Him as our God. 
Next Steps: What one change can we each make this week so that others will know that the LORD is our God?!
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We take a break from our sermon series this Sunday, so the Children and Youth of Roser can offer their tribute to all types of mothers who serve our families here at Roser Church. Enjoy this interview with Charlie, one of our young people who shares his views on the importance of faith and church.  See the entire service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQV0Q9eH53A

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At last the day comes when planning gives way to action.  However, this was no ordinary plan and no ordinary action.  God made it clear that He was the true Leader of His people, leaving no doubt about whose vision they were following.
The Point: The same powerful LORD who brought us here will also lead us to victory.
Next Steps: What hard thing is God asking us to do this week that will advance His work of grace? Maybe it’s time to stick our feet in the water!
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God’s sovereignty uses the wisdom He invests in His leaders.  To overcome their enemies, the leaders befriend an ally who might be discounted by some.  However, the redemptive story of God is powerfully creative, incorporating all manner of people and persuasions. 
The Point: Never underestimate the creative power of God’s grace.
Next Steps: What can we do this week to judge less by trusting more in God’s grace?
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Visions are realized when God’s people share them.  To experience the fullness of God’s blessing, they must all commit themselves to a process of obedience and faithful service.  And they must not quit until all God’s people receive what He intends for them.
The Point: Are we each willing to own our role in a vision that God inspires?
Next Steps: What will we each do this week to invite one more person to explore their faith here at Roser Church?
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