Netcast Church Podcast

<p>The thing about running from God is that we rarely understand the consequences of our own actions. As Jonah ran from the presence of the Lord, it didn't just affect him, it affected everything around him as well.</p>

<p>Just as God saw Nineveh as a great city to be infiltrated by God's people, he also looks upon our great cities that need to be infiltrated by God's people. However, just because we know what God desires doesn't always mean we desire the same thing. Jonah was so against the will of the Father, that he risked his life and paid the fare to sail to the other side of the world so Gods creation wouldn't hear about grace. In contrast, Jesus was so committed to the will of the Father that he gave his life and paid the ultimate fare so a world that would not accept Him would be extended saving grace.</p>

<p>Gods desire for his bride is no different than Gods desire for a husband and wife. That through a pursuit of relational intimacy we can become a people who experience what it means to be fully known and fully loved. The Church of Jesus Christ is the family of God and our earthly relationships should reflect this spiritual truth.</p>

<p>When the unrevealed will of God is unclear, we often can find ourselves frustrated and confused. So, how can we have confidence that we are honoring The Lord with our decisions? When Gods path is foggy, wisdom is the light that leads.</p>

<p>Paul seems to believe that the number one hindrance to a believers progressive sanctification is sexual immorality. Why is this and how do we fight against it?</p>

<p>Following rules gets you nowhere, it is only through the gift of Jesus and the work of the Holy Spirit that we are able to change at all. But once we have the Holy Spirit, He is constantly working to transform us more into the likeness of Jesus.</p>

<p>Paul teaches that it is the love of Christ that compels us towards obedience. But God in his mercy has graced us with additional motivations for the purpose of maximizing our joy and bringing glory to his name.</p>

<p>As the living Word, Jesus was the totality of truth who literally took the written word and brought it to life. As one who taught with authority and for change, he is the greatest teacher to ever walk the earth.</p>

<p>Launching a new series, Dan Byrd talks about Jesus in his human form, and talking about sanctification, and how we can be in His name.</p>

<p>Matt Chewning finishes the Discover Series, leading us into the last steps of becoming a partner with Netcast Church</p>

<p>We as the people of God need to come together to help one another understand the word of God. For clear understanding of God's word brings rejoicing and freedom, instead of worry, shame or guilt. As in Nehemiah Chapter 8, the people were at first mournful of his words, and only after the body helped one another understand the true meaning of the word were they free to have joy.</p>

<p>Every person and body working to bring God's plan to fruition will encounter opposition. It was shown back in Nehemiah's day and it's evident today. We must not be discouraged, and have faith to persevere through the opposition, knowing that God will fight along side us.</p>

<p>As in the time of Nehemiah, God calls us to come alongside one another and serve the kingdom of God. We are all called to stop being consumers and start being contributors for the Church.</p>

<p>God has a mission for you, a simple, profound mission. He says he will be with you in this mission and the struggle has already been won. All you need to do is follow His Mission for your life.</p>

<p>Being a godly parent is all about raising children who will follow your example in obeying and worshipping the Lord. Although our children learn a great deal through direct teaching, they learn much more by watching us. This is why we must be careful to not just speak truth to our children but model a life repentance, humility and love.</p>

<p>Contrary to what many believe a biblical portrait of a godly wife to be, Proverbs 31 reveals she is enterprising and ambitious. However, through all of her endeavors, service, and hard work, the godly wife maintains joy as she trusts the Lord with her future. It is her pursuit of Jesus and her abiding in Him which bring the fruit of godliness to manifest in the life of a godly woman.</p>

<p>A man cannot lead where he has not been. A leader goes first, forging the way, wrestling through spiritual issues and then presenting God’s instruction to his family. An ongoing personal relationship with Jesus is crucial in order to lead a family spiritually.</p>

<p>The healthiest thing we can offer our families is a life marked by spiritual growth. To do so, the the fruit of the Spirit must become increasingly evident in a believer’s life. This process of progressive sanctification is cultivated through a lifelong pursuit of Jesus, the study and application of God's Word and by walking in the Spirit.</p>

<p>Before God have us his life, he humbly came to live a life. Born of a virgin he entered our world, becoming our wonderful counselor, mighty God, everlasting father and the prince of peace.</p>

<p>No matter how hard we fight, we cannot claim victory because victory has already been claimed. Christ has won, Satan's power is limited, God's power is supreme and victory is ours.</p>

<p>God does not just give us a new identity; He gives us Himself as our identity. Christ in you is the hope of glory.</p>

<p>Love is defined as a purposeful commitment to sacrificial action for another. The greatest gift God can give us a love that is most clearly seen through the giving of Himself.</p>

<p>Within the New Testament model of church organization the bible states that the highest authority for leadership is conducted by a plurality of male leaders. To be faithful to scripture, today, Netcast has an Executive Team that consists of (3) elders and (3) elders in training</p>