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“Biblical Faith Series – Part6” – “Don’t do Addons to the Faith” Three examples of what we need to remove. Peter and Cornelius – Cornelius feared the Lord but was not a Jew. Acts 10:1-2 At Caesarea there was a man named Cornelius, a centurion in what was known as the Italian Regiment. He and all his family were devout and God-fearing; he gave generously to those in need and prayed to God regularly. Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch - All are one in Christ – The gospel turns everyone to each other. Acts 8:26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, "Go south to the road--the desert road--that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza." Peter and John Before the Council – The were ordinary men who had spent time with Jesus. Acts 4:20 As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard." They were not intimidated

“Biblical Faith Series – Part5” – “Faith in the Story” Your Faith Becomes Powerful The Macedonian Call - You need to trust God regardless of the circumstances. Acts 16:6 Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. Stephen Is Seized Acts 6:8-9 Now Stephen, a man full of God's grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people. Opposition arose, however, from members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen (as it was called)--Jews of Cyrene and Alexandria as well as the provinces of Cilicia and Asia--who began to argue with Stephen. Paul Sails for Rome – Faith does not mean that the ship will not go down. Acts 27:25-26 So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me. Nevertheless, we must run aground on some island."

“A Time to Remember” – “Remembering September 9-11-2001” Deuteronomy 6:6-7 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. America has a “Forgetting Problem”. We need to remember what the Lord has done. We need to instill in the next generation what the Lord has done. America’s strength depends on God. Parents, teach your children Remember the cost of our salvation. Things of great worth come at great cost. Israel’s Unfaithfulness Judges 2:7 The people served the LORD throughout the lifetime of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him and who had seen all the great things the LORD had done for Israel. Judges 2:11 Then the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the LORD and served the Baals. We must never forget what the Lord has done for us.

“Biblical Faith Series – Part4” – “Faith That Refuses to Be Silent” Mark 5:25–34 | Mark 10:46–52 | Luke 18:1–8 Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. Faith Comes by Hearing Knowledge → Assent → Trust Obedience → Perseverance → Expectation Three stories demonstrate all six Faith That Refuses to be Silenced – Mark 10:46-52 “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy!” (v. 47) A blind beggar confesses the Messiah Rebuked to be silent — he cried louder (v. 48) Faith That Keeps Asking – Luke 18:1-8 “Always pray and do not lose heart” (v. 1) The widow kept coming for justice (v. 3) Even an unjust judge finally answered Promise of the Father – He Hears You – Luke 18:8

“Biblical Faith Series – Part3” – “Faith That Believes for the Impossible” Matthew 17:20 | Matthew 15:21–28 | Matthew 21:18–22 Biblical faith does not measure itself by its own size — it measures itself by the God it is directed toward Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Three Stories, One Thread - Faith is not about you – it’s about God! Mustard Seed: Where You Plant Your Faith The woman: Faith In His Ability! The Mountain: Confidence In Who He Is Not because our faith is impressive, but because its object is. “Is God Big Enough?” KEY POINT: The question is not, “Do I have enough faith?” The question is, “Is God big enough?” The answer, always, is yes. “Biblical Faith Series – Part3” – “Faith That Believes for the Impossible” Matthew 17:20 | Matthew 15:21–28 | Matthew 21:18–22 Biblical faith does not measure itself by its own size — it measures itself by the God it is directed toward Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Three Stories, One Thread - Faith is not about you – it’s about God! Mustard Seed: Where You Plant Your Faith The woman: Faith In His Ability! The Mountain: Confidence In Who He Is Not because our faith is impressive, but because its object is. “Is God Big Enough?” KEY POINT: The question is not, “Do I have enough faith?” The question is, “Is God big enough?” The answer, always, is yes.