http://rlcfchurch.org/words-of-encouragement
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The central message encourages believers to guard their hearts diligently, as they are the source of life. The speaker contrasts worrying about future concerns with choosing to praise God regardless of circumstances, citing examples like Joshua and Caleb and Paul in prison. Ultimately, true confidence comes not from planning one's own life, but from trusting in the Father in heaven who controls all circumstances, aiming to be a delight to God amidst complaint.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Watch over your heartWe must guard our hearts diligently; otherwise, we end up only praising God when things go our way and complaining when they do not.Proverbs 4:23
The book of worries versus a different spiritEveryone has a long list of concerns about the future, but God delights in those few who choose to thank and praise Him instead of complaining.
God is in control of all circumstancesJust as Jesus told Pilate that he had no authority except what was given from above, our confidence rests in the Father who rules the universe.John 19:10
The rich man's false securityIn Luke 12, the rich man tried to solve his worries by building bigger barns and storing goods for the future, relying on his wealth rather than God.Luke 12:17
The exciting life of following GodA backslider gets bored with himself, but the godly man's life is exciting when following God's leading through life's crossroads.Proverbs 14:14
Learning God cares about small detailsA personal experience with selling a car right before a trip showed that God cares about the smallest details and directs our steps when we count on Him.
Staying close to the LordGod wants to instruct us while keeping His eye upon us, so we do not act like stubborn horses or mules that need to be forcefully curbed.Psalms 32:8–9
Hearing His voice behind usWhen we run ahead of God, His word comes from behind to guide us on the right path and help us clear away idols.
Forgiven much, loving muchSeeing that God forgives every bad thing immediately inspires a desire to obey Him and pursue holiness.
God helps us up after we failJust like a dad letting his son place his golf ball next to his own after hitting into the sand, God allows us to face situations where we fail because He is ready to help us.
The free gift of forgivenessAs soon as we repent, God's forgiveness is immediate, removing the affliction from our conscience through the price paid by Jesus.
Trusting Jesus in mundane circumstancesRecalling our past forgiven sins helps us see past current difficulties and appreciate the great cost of our redemption.2 Peter 1:9
http://rlcfchurch.org/words-of-encouragement
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The central message encourages believers to guard their hearts diligently, as they are the source of life. The speaker contrasts worrying about future concerns with choosing to praise God regardless of circumstances, citing examples like Joshua and Caleb and Paul in prison. Ultimately, true confidence comes not from planning one's own life, but from trusting in the Father in heaven who controls all circumstances, aiming to be a delight to God amidst complaint.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Watch over your heartWe must guard our hearts diligently; otherwise, we end up only praising God when things go our way and complaining when they do not.Proverbs 4:23
The book of worries versus a different spiritEveryone has a long list of concerns about the future, but God delights in those few who choose to thank and praise Him instead of complaining.
God is in control of all circumstancesJust as Jesus told Pilate that he had no authority except what was given from above, our confidence rests in the Father who rules the universe.John 19:10
The rich man's false securityIn Luke 12, the rich man tried to solve his worries by building bigger barns and storing goods for the future, relying on his wealth rather than God.Luke 12:17
The exciting life of following GodA backslider gets bored with himself, but the godly man's life is exciting when following God's leading through life's crossroads.Proverbs 14:14
Learning God cares about small detailsA personal experience with selling a car right before a trip showed that God cares about the smallest details and directs our steps when we count on Him.
Staying close to the LordGod wants to instruct us while keeping His eye upon us, so we do not act like stubborn horses or mules that need to be forcefully curbed.Psalms 32:8–9
Hearing His voice behind usWhen we run ahead of God, His word comes from behind to guide us on the right path and help us clear away idols.
Forgiven much, loving muchSeeing that God forgives every bad thing immediately inspires a desire to obey Him and pursue holiness.
God helps us up after we failJust like a dad letting his son place his golf ball next to his own after hitting into the sand, God allows us to face situations where we fail because He is ready to help us.
The free gift of forgivenessAs soon as we repent, God's forgiveness is immediate, removing the affliction from our conscience through the price paid by Jesus.
Trusting Jesus in mundane circumstancesRecalling our past forgiven sins helps us see past current difficulties and appreciate the great cost of our redemption.2 Peter 1:9
