Jon Paden starts off talking about love.    What do you associate the fundamental trait of being a christian to be? Church attendence?  Bibiblical familiarity?  Gifts of the Spirit?  The scriptures clearly point out that the fundemental trait of being a christian is love.  Lets explore this...

Jon completes the message going over what an Elder is emphasizing humility and being an example.

The Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9 and Luke 11:2 is for all those of
God's creation who may for the first time or how many times in their
heart desire to know the heights and depths of their heavenly daddy.

Twenty-eight times in 1 Kings, 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles mothers of the individual kings are being named as the king is being referenced.  Why?

The job of mothers according to the book of Proverbs is to teach their children to keep from immoral women, resist peer pressure and stay sober.

Lets continue to look at the unique calling of mothers.

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God is ready to turn on his heavenly winch and pull you out of your impossible situation, be it related to hurt, cynicism, sin, or suspicion.  Maybe just all your stuff? 

The resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead can pull you up today.

In our world sin is so prevelent we become a little numb to it.  The shock and awe of Mark 9:43-48 in very intentional.  Putting your limbs on the chopping block to fight against sin is a brutal image.  None of Jesus' 12 apostles were amputees, but listen up. 

Has Jesus got your attention?  Do you feel totally hopeless?  Good.  You're ready to come to Him with no reliance on yourself, hanging soley on what Jesus can do for you.  Get ready, admit the truth of your helplessness, and let God love you.

Are you wondering where the power of the resurrection went?  Our lives get run over with the business of life in this world.  Take some time and sit quietly and just listen and pray.  The power of the resurrection is here, like the sun shine. 

Chris Price shares what the Lord has been speaking to him over the past two weeks.