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2 Corinthians 5:14-17 (NKJV) For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died;15, and He died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again.16, Therefore, from now on, we regard no one according to the flesh. Even though we have known Christ according to the flesh, yet now we know Him thus no longer.17, Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Colossians 1:22 (NLT) Yet now He has reconciled you to Himself through the death of Christ in His physical body. As a result, He has brought you into His own presence, and you are holy and blameless as you stand before Him without a single fault. Romans 5:1 (NLT) Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.

In Matthew 7 Jesus made this statement, Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.

This is one reality every one of us has to get settled, God is not a religion, but He is absolutely someone to be experienced. And this new life that Jesus has made available, for each of us who are willing to believe, must be ROOTED in a personal relationship with Jesus.

1 Corinthians 3:16 (MSG) You realize, don’t you, that you are the temple of God, and God himself is present in you? 1 Corinthians 3:1-23 (NKJV) “And I, brethren, could not speak to you as to spiritual people but as to carnal, as to babes in Christ. 2, I fed you with milk and not with solid food; for until now you were not able to receive it, and even now you are still not able; 3, for you are still carnal. For where there are envy, strife, and divisions among you, are you not carnal and behaving like mere men? 4, For when one says, “I am of Paul,” and another, “I am of Apollos,” are you not carnal? 5, Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but MINISTERS through whom you believed, as the Lord gave to each one? 6, I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase. 7, So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase. 8, Now he who plants and he who waters ARE ONE, and each one will receive his own reward according to his own labor. 9, For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building. 10, According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. 11, For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12, Now if anyone builds on this foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, 13, each one’s work will become clear; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire; and the fire will test each one’s work, of what sort it is. 14, If anyone’s work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. 15, If anyone’s work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire. 16, Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? 17, If anyone defiles the temple of God, God will destroy him. For the temple of God is holy, which temple you are. 18, Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. 19, For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, “He catches the wise in their own craftiness”; 20, and again, “The Lord knows the thoughts of the wise, that they are futile.”21, Therefore let no one boast in men. For all things are yours: 22, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas, or the world or life or death, or things present or things to come—all are yours. 23, And you are Christ’s, and Christ is God’s.”

The “Great Commission,” is our assignment, we are to go into the world, go into the gates of influence. This is how we fulfill “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

Ezekiel 44, “You shall be ministers in My sanctuary, gatekeepers of My house and you shall stand before the people and minister to them.” Remember, in the Hebrew Gatekeeper simply means servant. Their responsibility was taking care of the temple, they were to control what came into the city. They were literally involved in every aspect of the cities affairs. The gates of influence in the city. The Gates of influence: Church, Family, education, Government, Business, Media, Entertainment

Ezekiel 44, “You shall be ministers in My sanctuary, gatekeepers of My house and you shall stand before the people and minister to them.” Remember, in the Hebrew Gatekeeper simply means servant. Their responsibility was taking care of the temple, they were to control what came into the city. They were literally involved in every aspect of the cities affairs. The gates of influence in the city. The Gates of influence: Church, Family, education, Government, Business, Media, Entertainment

Ezekiel 44:11 (NKJV) “Yet they shall be ministers in My sanctuary, as gatekeepers of the house and ministers of the house; they shall slay the burnt offering and the sacrifice for the people, and they shall stand before them to minister to them.” First, gates represent arenas of influence in society. Gates of influence, like Church, Family, Education, Government, Business, Media, Entertainment Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT) Jesus came and told his disciples, I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth.Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.One of his most famous conclusions dare I say prophetic:If there is a decay of conscience, the pulpit is responsible.If the press lacks moral discrimination, the pulpit is responsible.If the church becomes degenerate and worldly, the pulpit is responsible.If the world loses its interest in religion, the pulpit is responsible.If satan rules in our hall of justice, the pulpit is responsible.If our politics and government become corrupt, the pulpit is responsible. Matthew 16:17-19 (NLT) Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being. Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means ‘rock’), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell (gates of hell) will not conquer it. (Cannot prevail against it) And I will give you the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven. Whatever you forbid on earth will be forbidden in heaven, and whatever you permit on earth will be permitted in heaven.” The church was always supposed to be the occupying influence in;Church, Family, education, Government, Business, Media, EntertainmentWebsite for Wallbuilders-https://wvw.wallbuilders.comHOMEWORK- Read the book of Haggai

Today’s talk, “Happy Looks Good On You” isn’t just a catchy phrase, it’s actually the fruit of a healthy relationship with Jesus.

In Isaiah, God says, “I don’t think like you, or work like you. Just like the rain waters the earth, making things grow, so do the words that come out of my mouth. They will do what I sent them to do.”

As sons and daughters of God, heirs to the Kingdom, as disciples, does it matter what we say? How we talk? Is there a language of the Kingdom?

As sons and daughters of God, heirs to the Kingdom, does it matter what we say? How do we talk? Is there a language of the Kingdom? Think about it, Jesus told us He only spoke with He saw from the Father. Maybe this is why He told us in Matthew 28, “Teach new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

If our salvation hinges on what we say, then make no mistake, words have everything to do with the rest of our life of faith. Don’t forget, Jesus told us His words are spirit and truth and by our words, we will be justified.

My prayer today is that every one of us see Jesus with a fresh, clear perspective, as we gather around His table.

It’s only by God’s word that we are renewed, transformed, changed, and renovated by the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:5 (NIV) Those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires.

For those of us that will be open to it and willing to trust Him, He’ll show us the areas in our own house that needs a little renovation. You know what any renovation projects starts with? Decision and Commitment

Seriously, no renovation project is worth investing in without a solid foundation. And without question, in God’s house, love is that foundation.

The first thing about a renovation project is the decision to actually do it. From there, we have to count the cost.

This is why it’s so important for the born-again to grasp the reality that God has built us with the ability to see through the lens of His promises. He wants us to move from an intellectual process to a spiritual one.

So today as we honor fathers, let’s magnify our Heavenly Father and let His instructions inspire us today. One thing I’m pretty sure all fathers want for their children is success. And our Heavenly Father makes it very clear that He wants success for each of us.

We left off last week looking into what life on the other side of humanity looks like; life in Heaven. And I know we know these truths, but so often we are so consumed with this life that heavenly realities drift. Sometimes we simply need to be reminded that God and everything about His creation is eternal, and before the fall we see glimpses of what heaven is like.

This may help, as citizens of heaven, this earth can’t be our priority. Not only are we citizens of heaven, we’re actually called to be ambassadors for that kingdom. • Shouldn’t we know about our kingdom if we’re called to represent it? • So we probably should set our sights on the realities of Heaven • We probably should think about the things of Heaven

Colossians 3:1-2 (NLT) Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of Heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of Heaven, not the things of earth.

Colossians 3:1-2 (NKJV) If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

Most people want to be healed, but they don’t want to take the time to hear anything and unfortunately, most of those people seldom get anything from God. So if you haven’t gotten a miracle of healing and you want to be healed, according to Jesus’ own life and ministry; time for some hearing! Matthew 4:23 (NKJV) And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease among the people. Notice Jesus emphasized teaching and preaching before healing.

Over the years as a pastor, one thing I’ve constantly witnessed is brave mom’s continually setting the standard of faith for their family.

Tithing is a heart issue, not a money issue. – whether you do it or don’t do it, it has very little to do with money and everything to do with our hearts trusting God.

Communion provides us with this divine perspective into everything Jesus did for us. It is our declaration of faith in our new life, not only acknowledging His sacrifice, His Lordship, and covenant but also His return.

God wants to use every one of us to give people a glimpse of what a new life in Him looks like. Ephesians 1:3 (NLT) All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.

Matthew 10:1 (NKJV) “And when He had called His twelve disciples to Him, He gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease.” Luke 9:1-2 (NKJV) “Then He called His twelve disciples together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases. He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick.”

For the born again, the Word of God and the Kingdom of God has to be the source of revelation directing our steps, shaping our vision, our life. Proverbs 29:18 (NKJV) Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint (NLT) When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. (MSG) If people can’t see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves

Every believer needs to understand that because Jesus defeated death, not just physical death for Him, but spiritual death for all of us, we will reign in life through Jesus Christ. Remember, this whole thing (creation) is a setup. Planned from eternity, because God wanted a people that would freely choose Him.

Sometimes it’s just good to hear Him in the back of our mind saying, “it’s what I do” I made you a masterpiece!! I’ve got great things planned for you!! Because now, we are His body in the earth. Wrap your head around this; without Him we cannot, without us He will not.

Peters's first sermon was to a group of confused people who just witnessed spiritual language. The first thing he does is take them back to the Word because any spiritual reality will always be proven through God's Word.

We are sons and daughters of God by birth, not by worth

God gave us His Spirit to empower us to be His body in the earth. To carry on the ministry of Jesus, represent His kingdom, to do things the way Jesus told us and showed us to do them.

Matthew 10:1 (NKJV) “And when He had called His twelve disciples to Him, He gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease.” Luke 9:1-2 (NKJV) “Then He called His twelve disciples together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases. He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick.”

John 14:12 (NKJV) “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father. By design, we cannot exercise anything beyond what we are willing to believe. It is literally the only way the Kingdom of Heaven works.

Here’s the thing, knowing who we are in Christ, when we find ourselves in a wilderness moment, is absolutely necessary for our success as a disciple.

Mark 2:16-17 NKJV “And when the scribes and Pharisees saw Him eating with the tax collectors and sinners, they said to His disciples, “How is it that He eats and drinks with tax collectors and sinners?” 17 When Jesus heard it, He said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.”

Part 3 2/19/23 James 1:22 (NKJV) “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” MSG, ACT ON WHAT YOU HEAR!

Matthew 4:23 (NKJV) Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease among the people.

James 1:22 (MSG) Don’t fool yourself into thinking that you are a listener when you are anything but, letting the Word go in one ear and out the other. ACT ON WHAT YOU HEAR!

• James 1: 22-24,NLT- But don’t just listen to God’s word. YOU MUST DO WHAT IT SAYS. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. • For if you listen to the word and don’t obey, it is like glancing at your face in a mirror. • You see yourself, walk away, and forget what you look like.

1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (MSG) Let me go over with you again exactly what goes on in the Lord’s Supper and why it is so centrally important. I received my instructions from the Master himself and passed them on to you.

Colossians 1:13,NLT- For He has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of His dear Son.

Jesus told us “That which is born of the Spirit is spirit, and the words that I speak to you are Spirit.” Jesus’ words are what bring out the faith that’s in our born-again nature.

Here’s the deal, everything about our new world, our authority, dominion, and our effectiveness all hinge on this one Kingdom of Heaven foundation; we have to stay on the love line. Which will absolutely require complete trust that God’s way is right.