A New Beginning
A New Mind
January 16th, 2022
Pastor Mike Rippy
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. 19 See, I am doing a new thing! Isaiah 43:18-19
God’s WORDS of Encouragement
The WORD of Purpose.
Be strong and courageous, for you are the one who will lead these people to possess all the land I swore to their ancestors I would give them. Joshua 1:6 (NLT)
It was the WORDS of God that gave purpose to Joshua and it’s God’s Word that still speaks and calls us today.
When we are in the Word of God it has the power to speak to our purpose for life.
The WORD of Promise.
Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do. 8 Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. Joshua 1:7-8 (NLT)
The Secret of Success – Study & Obedience of God’s Word
How Can You Sum up the Bible in One Word – PROMISE.
Isaiah 40:29 Isaiah 41:10 James 1:5 1 John 1:9 Deuteronomy 31:8 - Jeremiah 29:11 - Philippians 4:19 Romans 8:28 - Romans 10:9
You Must Meditate on God’s Word to Experience its Blessing.
The WORD of Presence.
This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (NLT)
God’s Presence gave Joshua Courage, and it can give us Courage Today.
You MAY not know where God is, but...He KNOWS WHERE YOU ARE!
Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 (NIV)
Use Some S.O.A.P to Develop a New Mind
S – Write the SCRIPTURE.
O – Write an OBSERVATION.
A – Write out an APPLICATION.
P – PRAY.
MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO:
Begin a Relationship with Jesus today.
Be Baptized in Water January 23rd
Pray about Leading a Life Group this Semester
Plan to be in a Life Group this Semester