Remember, the father said that the spirit (demon) in the son would cast him into the fire and into the water trying to destroy him. Admittedly faith comes to some a lot easier than it does to others. Christ has both hands on the reins. This sermon highlights how one can make the best of a bad situation. In my Christian life there are some things I have come to know. No power of hell, no scheme of man, can ever pluck me from his hand.. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10; New Living Translation. When He approached Jerusalem, He wept for the city. My mortgage is behind, my si5lost her job and we have mo money to pay the mortgage. Jesus said to them, Do you think that they were worse sinners than all the others? Philippians 3:13-14. Seventh-Day Adventist, Its good to know that it does not matter how many times we get knocked down, just as long as we get up again? The people that i apply with, get the called and they dont even christians, but i always get regrets. For whatever reason, we like to ignore the subject of sadness and depression I do not understand why that is. Gods goodness in the land of the living is to escape the enemy by entering Gods presence. 3 Tests Of Plagiarism: Do Your Sermons Pass Them. </h6 class="pullquote"> In verses 8-9 of 2 Corinthians 4, Paul makes four statements that describe how Christians respond to the trials of life. 2019 Ascent Church. David also found that God had not only prepared a refuge, but that God was his Refuge. But God spoke peace to Him and said, be strong and very courageous. Joshua did not grow weak and say, I cant do this. Instead he was courageous. God commands us to hold on in order to hold out. What do you do when the problem is upon you? As we sang In Christ Alone together, our voices rose loudest when we sang, From lifes first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny. Today I know that Something Good Is Going To Come Out Of This The spirit of depression is also spoken of in scripture and, and I feel it is one of the most powerful wiles of the devil. As a matter of fact, Goodness does not show up alone; it brings along Mercy. It may take some time, maybe even a lifetime, but He will come through on His promises, all God want us to do is trust Him enough to keep holding on. Encouragement. Truthfully, I believe this to be the case because most people choose to continue to ignore things of the spiritual realm and we do not know how to properly diagnose the problem. The sound of it was eerie. Because Pauls story ended just the way the Lord had promised. Others made it on broken pieces of the ship, but at the end of the day they were able to say, We made it!, Im glad that even in a storm the Lord still has the last word. But we do hold onand, praise His name, even more than that, He holds on to us. Please guys pray with me, i desparately need i breakthrough. You will be hated by all for My Name's sake. They talk but have no power to fight against God. Gods Richest Blessing, Ron. Im so excited about starting this series today! Our Story; Our Pastor; Beliefs; Values; Kids; Students A depressed spirit is one who is losing or has lost heart; they are, in other words, broken-hearted. The other friend on the ground saw it and ran for cover. Sermon One: Living in Sin for Jesus Why desire and seek after to dwell in the House of the Lord? The spirit (demon) of sadness and depression has jump inside and possesses many today. No doubt at this point in Davids life, he felt overwhelmed by the constant death threats and violent acts directed at him. That storm was the granddaddy of all storms. And giant waves that were higher than the ship would beat against the ship. Teach me Thy way, O Lord, and lead me in a plain path, because of my enemies. | Site Design by Shaine Freeman. We have our struggles, heartache, and pain but we are not destroyed. And ships that were caught in this typhoon like situation found themselves being kicked like footballs from one wave to the other. You also might be interested in. I have struggled with debts for quite some time now and I feel overwhelmed. 12. No, the Christian life is filled with strife. Sarah is more than a conqueror because the God who predestined her also promised that she would be glorified. In fact, sometimes what we want to do God doesnt have it for us at all. Please pray for me to get a financial miracle. That teaching and leading is our Refuge. He will cause the lightening to flash even more and the thunder to roll even more. But God spoke peace to Him and said, . You dont believe me I dare you to ask Job, after he lost everything he had, all his cattle, all his oxen, all his children, all his wealth and his health, somebody can help me testify Job said Naked I came from my mothers womb, and naked shall I return. He will always be your hand in helping you get back up. Thanks for prayer for no fear. It is commonly accepted that the prophet Jeremiah is the author of this book and I guess you can say this is fitting when you consider that Jeremiah is known as the weeping/crying prophet. 14 And please remember me and do me a favor when things go well for you. We simply walk away from what could have been our destruction. can cause our life to end up in a storm; Those on board this ship along with Paul were in an awesome storm. "Unconditional election knocks the wind out of our pride, but it also buoys us up when we feel like we . When the clouds seem to be blocking our Fathers face, when all of our relationships are being dragged through a valley, when we hear of a relative diagnosed with Alzheimers, we need the security of electing grace. *other. At the time of our text, scripture tells us that Paul was in serious trouble; so much trouble that it placed his life and the lives of others around him in mortal danger. 1 John 3:5. Here are some scriptures to encourage you to keep holding on to God. We, as the Church, have failed our neighbors. All Episodes Devotionals. We must look to find ways that we can help by presenting God to those that are brokenhearted broken in spirit! God bless you! I can tell you from my own experience that the problems of life can sometimes come upon us and before we can get one thing straightened out, we are bombarded with another. Read Luke 21:5-38. Pentecostal. For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion. Jesus knows our every weakness; take it to the Lord in prayer. We must remember that when it comes to faith, patience is a requirement and it takes time for some to learn patience. Wildwind Community Church When you see God, the enemy threats are small. Sylvester M. Truss, Pastor www . Privacy Policy. The one thing that I've learnt Church, is that when you've passed through the storm, you'll be a much stronger person.yes? It came howling like ten thousand wolves. The heart is the soul. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. If we do and when we do, patience will make us complete and lacking nothing. Peter could have run for cover, but it would have meant letting go of the belay. God will make a way *I must go to my seat less I keep you too long, but you know when the storms of life are raging its easier said than done to be of good cheer. It Hurts But I'm Still Holding On. There are some lessons that we can learn from this episode in the life of the apostle Paul that I believe can serve as tools that can/will help us when we encounter our individual storms. So rest in knowing that when you keep holding on, you will see that in your weakness, God will be your strength. I am above the storms, I walk above your challenges, and every adversity that's sucking the life and the strength from you, they're now Mine.". fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. They sang and prayed until God shook the jail house. We were exulting in our election. Mention me to Pharaoh, so he might let me out of this place. For Paul said, I perceive that it would be life threatening if you set sail right now. But the captain disregarded what Paul had to say. And there is somebody in here thats is in a storm right now and it's not a storm that has been around just a little while, but youve been in that storm for a long time. I have to tell you this morning my brothers and sisters, the storm is raging, but God has told me to tell you: "Everything will be alright! This devotion pairs with this weekends Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lutheranhour.org. I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Darryn Zewalk | Official Website of Mr. Many times we talk about being hurt and broken, we believe the saying that time heals all wounds, we believe that a few comforting words, a little sympathy will make everything alright, and we dont understand when people dont seem to the flight to Boston would be over shortly. Im quite sorry if you are new to the faith and that surprises or disappoints you. Ive been needing this coz of difficult times Im going through and God seemed silent to me. We Pray: Today's sermon takes a look at holding on to God during sadness and depression Home Sermons Food For Thought Sunday School Bible Study Series Still Holding On by Reverend Leo H. McCrary II Key Verse(s): Through the Lord's mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. David recognized that even if there were no enemies to complain about, he would still need God to be good, gracious, and kind. Please pray for me. Do not be a terror to me; you are my refuge in the day of disaster. Philippians 2:12-18, Denomination: read more, Scripture: MY RENT EXPIRED TWO MONTHS AGO. She is not a conqueror because she overcame her depression immediately, or because the cancer stopped spreading. We trust; we lean; we grab tight as we walk through the valleys, longing and hoping for the day of victory; for another trip to the mountain top; in which we have full confidence will one day come. I need prayer for that and my health. Lamentations is a rather sad and depressing book. Dennis O'sullivan. I believe there are three forms of depression: physical depression, mental depression, and spiritual depression. As a pastor, I had visited church members in the psych ward before, but this time the church member was our dear friend Sarah. that storm is still ragging and getting worse. Paul decided he would step in at this point and he reminded them that they should have listened to him, for he had warned them before they left Crete not to set sail. (Romans 15:1) bear with the infirmities of the weak. We all have our weaknesses we all have our weaknesses but they do not make us weak. I wont let you go, no matter what happens.. On June 13, 1999, Peter Terbush was killed by a rockfall in Yosemite. One of the treatments had taken a horrible turn. Even when we see bad things happen and even when bad things happen in our life, we are not focusing on those times as permanent. He held on because he was holding on to God. We know that something better is about to take place. For more encouraging thoughts, click HERE or visit my devotional site HERE. hell can't hurt you. water can't drown you. I knew that Sarah needed bedrock gospel truth under her feet, so I turned to Romans 8 and began to read to her, There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Her eyes flashed with recognition. We always can hold onto Him.Its when we lose touch with the Lord that we fall into fear and panic, but keeping our minds on Him in thought, prayer, and worship brings peace to our hearts and minds. Though the road has been rough And the goings been mighty tough, still I ain't going Nowhere, I'm right here to stay. Please keep me in your prayers! Our salvation did not start with us, is not sustained by us, and will not be completed by our strength. For in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives: my RENT EXPIRED TWO AGO! 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