🗡🛡 GOD’S WORD - ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭2‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”

SUMMARY

~ The Cross: A Journey of Death and Resurrection

~ From Death to Life: The Christian Experience

In this conversation, the speakers delve into the themes of sacrifice, self-denial, and the importance of love in the Christian faith. They emphasize the daily struggle of dying to oneself and the necessity of relying on God's strength to navigate life's challenges. The discussion highlights the significance of the cross as a symbol of love and sacrifice, encouraging listeners to embrace their spiritual journey with commitment and purpose. The speakers also draw parallels between the dedication seen in sports and the commitment required in faith, ultimately pointing to Christ as the ultimate reward for those who persevere.

⚔️ The cross of Jesus Christ represents sacrifice, death, and love. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called by Jesus Christ to pick up our spiritual cross and follow Him. When we die on a spiritual cross, we are then resurrected from a dead and sinful life, to a life of righteousness, purpose, blessings, and rewards from Jesus Christ. He will give us the strength to carry our cross, because we will need it, and there are blessings and a reward for carrying our cross, in this life and in the next. At the cross, Christ Jesus displayed His love for us all, because He sacrificed Himself on it and endured all that came along with it, so let's all make necessary sacrifices and endure our cross, because we want to display our love to Him, right back!

TAKEAWAYS

The cross represents both suffering and God's immense love.

Resurrection requires a prior death; there is no redemption without it.

Pride can hinder our relationship with God and our spiritual growth.

Carrying our cross involves daily work and commitment to prayer.

The struggle in the Garden of Gethsemane illustrates the human condition.

Surrendering to God means giving up our entire selves, not just our sins.

Living in the spirit requires mortifying the deeds of the flesh.

Sacrifice is a foundational principle in the Christian life.

Love drives our sacrifices and commitment to God.

We need God's strength to carry our cross.

Christ is our exceeding great reward, surpassing all earthly desires.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Gathering

02:59 The Significance of the Cross

05:59 Lessons from the Cross: Death and Resurrection

09:10 The Role of Pride in Our Spiritual Journey

12:12 The Work of Carrying Our Cross

15:00 The Garden of Gethsemane: A Struggle of Will

17:55 Communication with God: The Key to Spiritual Life

21:07 The Importance of Surrendering to God

24:01 Living in the Spirit vs. the Flesh

26:25 The Daily Struggle: Dying to Self

30:19 Sacrifice: The Heart of the Cross

35:36 The Power of Love in Sacrifice

40:49 The Mamba Mentality: Commitment to the Cross

52:55 Christ: Our Exceeding Great Reward

To God and Jesus Christ be the glory forever, amen!! 🙌

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🗡🛡 GOD’S WORD - Romans‬ ‭3‬:‭23‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.”

SUMMARY

~ Hitting the Target: Purpose and Righteousness

~ Understanding the Spirit of the Law

This conversation focuses on the importance of the heart in our spiritual lives, emphasizing that God looks beyond outward appearances to the intentions and motives of our hearts. The speaker discusses the concept of aim in life, urging listeners to align their targets with God's will and to allow Jesus Christ to transform their hearts, minds, and spirits. The discussion also highlights the significance of understanding the spirit of the law as fulfilled by Christ, encouraging a deeper relationship with God through love and righteousness.

⚔️ Our Heavenly Father designed us to bring Him glory, but our sins cause us to miss it. But, Christ Jesus is here to help us hit God's target. God's ways, design, or law is good and perfect! It converts our hearts, minds, and souls. So, let's allow Jesus Christ to come in to cleanse and do spiritual surgery on our hearts that our AIM may consistently improve, that we may continually hit God's target of righteousness.

SOUND BITES

"God looks at the heart."

"What target are you trying to hit?"

"Allow Jesus Christ to change your aim."

"The heart is desperately wicked."

"It's all about your heart."

TAKEAWAYS

God looks at the heart, not just outward appearances.

Everyone has an agenda; we must align ours with God's.

The ultimate target is to be pleasing to God.

We fall short of God's glory and need Jesus to help us.

Attitude, intent, and motive are crucial components of our aim.

Repentance involves choosing God's will over our own.

The heart is the source of our actions and decisions.

Christ came to fulfill the law and guide us in righteousness. God desires worship from the heart, not just outward actions.

The spirit of the law is about love and intention.

Our aim in faith must be continually adjusted and focused on God.

Repentance and belief are the first steps to transformation.

Allow Jesus to guide your aim in life.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Gathering

03:06 Understanding the Heart's Role

06:02 The Target of Our Lives

08:59 The Importance of Aim

11:56 The Components of Aim: Attitude, Intent, and Motive

20:03 The Spirit of the Law and Christ's Fulfillment

29:11 The Heart of Worship: Beyond Outward Actions

39:21 Raising the Bar: Understanding the Spirit of the Law

41:49 Spiritual Surgery: The Need for a New Heart

43:46 Living as Light: The Impact of Changed Hearts

51:12 Keeping the Aim: The Importance of Focus in Faith

To God and Jesus Christ be the glory forever, amen!! 🙌

🌟 IF YOU HAVEN'T AS OF YET, WE INVITE YOU TO COME TO THE LIGHT–JESUS CHRIST

Some people may discriminate, but life doesn't! Life is RHF-pronounced rough (Relationships, Health, and Finances) without Christ Jesus. He is the answer or help that we all need! So, let's all turn from sin to God through Jesus Christ the Lord, and watch Him save, bless, reward us, in this life and in the next, as we continue to hear and obey His Word!

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🗡🛡 GOD’S WORD - Romans 7‬:‭15‬, ‭25‬ ‭NLT‬‬

”I don’t really understand myself, for I want to do what is right, but I don’t do it. Instead, I do what I hate. Thank God! The answer is in Jesus Christ our Lord. So you see how it is: In my mind I really want to obey God’s law, but because of my sinful nature I am a slave to sin.“

SUMMARY

~ Overcoming Sin: A Personal Journey

~ The Call to Action: Good Works in Faith

This conversation explores themes of faithfulness, grace, and the journey of overcoming sin. The speakers share personal experiences and insights on the importance of staying committed to one's faith, understanding human nature, and the transformative power of God's mercy. They emphasize the need for accountability and the call to live a life that reflects good works as a response to salvation. In this conversation, Bro. Beaudry Abbey discusses the importance of accountability in overcoming personal struggles and the transformative power of God in one's life. He emphasizes the necessity of walking in the Spirit and producing the fruit of the Spirit, while also addressing the daily battle against sin and the importance of desiring God above all else. The conversation highlights the struggles of change, the role of community in spiritual growth, and the continuous pursuit of a deeper relationship with God.

⚔️ We should have a desire strong enough that it will cause us to make the decision to seek God and His righteousness. Yet, in order for us to make this decision, our desire must be far and above the strong urge to serve sin. But, thanks be to God for Jesus Chris, because He gives us the power to walk-the-walk and to talk-the-talk.

SOUND BITES

"Just staying faithful, it's all it takes."

"Your natural state is sin."

"Producing fruit is extremely painful."

TAKEAWAYS

Being a shining star means consistency and commitment.

God often uses unexpected people for His purposes.

Self-perception can be misleading in our walk with God.

The journey of overcoming sin requires effort and accountability..

True maturity in faith involves producing the fruits of the Spirit.

Change is painful but necessary for spiritual growth.

Walking in the Spirit is a daily commitment.

Desiring God more than sin is essential for a fulfilling Christian life.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone

03:10 The Importance of Faithfulness

04:39 Personal Journey and Self-Reflection

09:55 Understanding Sin and Human Nature

15:28 God's Grace and Mercy

20:31 The Call to Overcome Sin

25:53 Salvation and Good Works

30:51 Accountability and Growth

31:20 The Power of Accountability

36:09 The Struggle of Change

40:06 Walking in the Spirit

45:00 Desiring God Over Sin

To God and Jesus Christ be the glory forever, amen!! 🙌

🌟 IF YOU HAVEN'T AS OF YET, WE INVITE YOU TO COME TO THE LIGHT–JESUS CHRIST

Some people may discriminate, but life doesn't! Life is RHF-pronounced rough (Relationships, Health, and Finances) without Christ Jesus. He is the answer or help that we all need! So, let's all turn from sin to God through Jesus Christ the Lord, and watch Him save, bless, reward us, in this life and in the next, as we continue to hear and obey His Word!

🌟 If you would like prayer 🙏 or a personal Bible Study 📖, email us at: isi.ironsharpenethiron@gmail.com

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