Coastal Church Podcast

<p>In order to win the spiritual battles we will encounter in life it is important to know what our God given weapons are and how to use them.</p>

<p>Jesus is the champion who rescued us from being under the authority of Satan. And since our enemy still lurks about, we must understand his strategy against us.</p>

<p>The enemy would like us to believe one of two extremes, one that he doesn't exist, or two; he is more powerful than he is. We do have a real enemy, but we have been given dynamite power from God to be able to win the battle.</p>

<p>Even though we have victory in Christ, we are still opposed by a very real spiritual enemy whom we must resist.</p>

<p>It was in both Joseph's foresight and tremendous ability to forgive that led to the restoration of his broken family.</p>

<p>The story of Joseph teaches us how to keep our eyes on God in order to overcome temptation and learn valuable lessons that prepare us for our destiny.</p>

<p>God will use those who love Him in mighty ways especially through times of adversity.</p>

<p>God has positioned us in 2014 for such as time as this, an opportune time to prepare for the future.</p>

<p>God is a wonderful giver of gifts to those who are ready to receive his blessings.</p>

<p>Giving the right kind of gifts is especially important in the Christmas season. This week Pastor Dave shares biblical wisdom on steering clear of the bad attitudes of gift giving, and helps direct us to the right ones.</p>

<p>Christmas is all about God's sovereign timing in a gift for all of us. By looking at the story of Mary, we see how God's timing helps to build the bigger picture.</p>

<p>Pastor Dave helps us to see why red is universally recognized as a symbol of life, and of Christ's sacrifice for us in the Christmas season.</p>

<p>Pastor Dave explores the need to invite others to church as he takes us through the Parable of the Great Supper (Luke 14:15-24).</p>

<p>Peter Pretorius is the founder of JAM. The Joint Aid Management (JAM) is a South African non-profit organization that has been working in Africa since 1984. They now feed over 1 million people daily. Peter brings a powerful message of Christ centred generosity.</p>

<p>There is a deep peace to be had in trusting God with control over even the most difficult storms and circumstances of our life.</p>

<p>Gideon is a man who struggled with his identity and a sense of inadequacy. His life was stuck in a rut, but by God’s leading he was able to overcome and make a “lane change” in life. Pastor Dave gives us 5 practical ways to apply God's overcoming principles into our own life in order to conquer our fears of inadequacy.</p>

<p>Pastor Dave & Cheryl use an informal interview style to talk about the power of life groups, and the value of growing your faith in a group setting.</p>

<p>Do you ever wonder if you should be praying to Jesus, the Holy Spirit or God the Father? Ultimately all our prayers, even the conversations we have with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, are directed to the Father, who is the Head of the Trinity.</p>

<p>Being thankful is a powerful choice we can make that brings hope and healing in our negative world.</p>

<p>Guest speaker Pastor Willie George talks about the importance of investing in the next generation, and not neglecting children or the role they play in the church. With a wealth of experience to draw from, Pastor George uses examples from his ministry to show how we can apply this message in our church, and in our lives.</p>

<p>Leadership will be successful if it is built on the qualities of trust.</p>

<p>By putting your trust in God, the difficult process of healing broken relationships is made possible.</p>

<p>Building an assured reliance on the character, ability, and strength of God even through difficult circumstances.</p>

<p>Trust is the foundation for relationships.</p>

<p>Your purpose provides the vision for your life and will motivate your daily activities. The story of Joseph is a great example of someone who fulfilled his vision by understanding his purpose and sticking to his core values.</p>