1. Contentment is not automatic - it must be learned. Contentment comes from within, not from external circumstances.
2. Worry and anxiety are destructive. The alternative is prayer - coming to God with worship, requests, thanksgiving. This results in God's peace guarding our hearts and minds.
3. Life has ups and downs. Our strength comes from Christ living within us, not the situation.
4. Focus on what you have, not what you lack. Have an attitude of gratitude.
5. God promises to meet our needs - He knows what we truly need more than we do. Trust Him.
6. True contentment is found in Christ and His Word, not possessions, money or status. We must make the choice to seek Him.

The main message seems to be that contentment is available to believers who turn to God in prayer instead of worrying, rely on Christ's strength, focus on blessings rather than lack, and trust God to meet their needs. The key is an inner attitude of peace and gratitude in Christ.

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2 Timothy 4 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+timothy+4&version=MEV

Profitable = useful 😊

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Proverbs 13- https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+13&version=MEV

Proverbs 24 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+24&version=MEV

Charley Paddock - https://usopm.org/charley-paddock/#:~:text=Track%20and%20Field,-Olympian%20in%20Antwerp&text=After%20serving%20in%20the%20U.S.%20Army%20Field%20Artillery%20during%20World,%E2%80%9Cthe%20fastest%20man%20alive.%E2%80%9D

diligent = having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

Proverbs 6 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+6&version=MEV

Proverbs 23 - biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+23&version=MEV

Proverbs 11 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+11&version=MEV

Proverbs 8 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+8&version=MEV

Proverbs 16 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+16&version=MEV

Proverbs 17 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=proverbs+17&version=MEV

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Deuteronomy 5 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Deuteronomy+5&version=MEV

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Here are a few key points from the sermon:

·       As Christians, we have dual citizenship - temporary on earth, eternal in heaven. We become citizens of heaven when we trust in Christ alone for salvation.

·       Citizens of heaven should live differently than the world:

1.     Follow godly examples, not ungodly ones. Be a godly mentor for others.

2.     Embrace the message of the cross - be dead to self and the world. Live for Christ and eternal things.

3.     Live in anticipation of Christ's return. Be ready at any moment for Him to come back and transform us into sinless, heavenly bodies.

·       The sermon encourages us to align our priorities and live like citizens of heaven while we are still on earth. We should make a positive, eternal impact each day.

In summary, the main idea is that as Christians, we have an eternal citizenship in heaven that should affect how we live each day on earth. We are called to follow godly examples, embrace the cross, and live in anticipation of Christ's return.

Philippians 3:20, But our citizenship is in heaven, from where also we await for our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,

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Lunch with Pastor Larry | Thursday, 9-21-23 | Applying Wisdom to Wealth & Wickedness - Part 1 | Episode 1 on www.podcastwithpastorlarry.com

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Here are a few key points from the sermon:

• Faithful people can be trusted by God and others. They have proven character and do what they say they will do.
• Faithful people place the cause of Christ above their own self-interests. They keep the big picture in mind rather than getting caught up in their own agenda.
• Faithful people are willing to do even basic, menial tasks in service to others and to further God's work. They have a servant's heart.
• Faithful people are not consumed only with their own problems but are concerned about how their actions affect others.
• Faithful people do whatever it takes to fulfill their responsibilities and get the job done, even at personal risk or sacrifice.
• Jesus Christ is the ultimate example of faithfulness - He gave His very life to accomplish God's plan of salvation.
• God honors and preserves the faithful, as seen in the life of Epaphroditus who was raised up from illness after his faithful service.

The sermon emphasizes that faithfulness is one of the most important virtues we can cultivate as followers of Christ. It brings value and validity to everything else we do in serving God and others.

The Church – The Value of Faithfulness is Priceless

Philippians 2:19-30

The Church – The Value of Faithfulness is Priceless

| Sunday | September 17, 2023 | Pastor Larry Luffman

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Philippians 2:1-3, If there is any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any compassion and mercy, 2 then fulfill my joy and be like-minded, having the same love, being in unity with one mind. 3 Let nothing be done out of strife or conceit, but in humility let each esteem the other better than himself.

• Unity in the church is vital. Disunity and division destroy churches from within. Even a few contentious people can fracture a congregation.
• There are two keys to maintaining unity and avoiding division in the church:

1. Never forget the blessings all believers share in Christ - the encouragement, love, fellowship, compassion, and mercy we have all received from God. Since God has shown such grace to us, we must extend that same grace to others.
2. Maintain an attitude of humility, esteeming others above yourself. Pride and self-importance fracture relationships. Recognizing our own sinfulness promotes humility and compassion for others.

• Humble people who remember God's mercy are willing to forgive and show grace to others. This fosters unity.
• Staying united as a church enables us to stand firm and accomplish God's work. But division causes the church to crumble and fall. Unity comes down to how we treat one another.

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Lunch with Pastor Larry | Tuesday, 9-12-23 | Making Your Marriage Affair-Proof - Part 1 | Episode 1 on www.podcastwithpastorlarry.com

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