Bobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord

Bobby McDonaldOctober 17, 201712mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Bobby McDonald Title: Be Strong In The Lord Date: 10-15-2017 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The central message is that Christians are called to be strong in the Lord, drawing strength from the armor God provides. The speaker emphasizes that true strength is measured by what it takes to discourage us, urging listeners not to be broken by small, everyday circumstances. He encourages relying on God's armor rather than succumbing to discouragement, anger, or anxiety over minor issues.

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Be strong in the LordGod wants us to be strong in the Lord, utilizing all the armor and provisions He has given us.Ephesians 6:10

What is your chain grade?Just like metal chains are tested for strength with weight until they snap, our strength in the Lord is measured by what it takes to discourage us.

Exposing our weakness through daily irritationsSmall daily annoyances like red lights, car sounds, and bad news often expose our underlying weakness and break our peace if we are not wearing God's armor.

Cumulative stress and short-lived testsStress is cumulative over time, yet 99 percent of the things that break us are very short-lived moments where God simply calls us to be strong.

The danger of giving upDiscouragement often manifests as a spirit that wants to give up and yield to the flesh rather than trusting God for long-term growth.

Jesus has compassion on the faintingJesus feels compassion for those who are weary and does not want them to faint, providing food and sustenance to help them carry their weight.Matthew 15:32

Putting on the armor of GodWe must actively put on the armor of God, trusting Him to multiply our small measure of faith and maturity so we can stand firm.

God's consolations delight the soulWhen anxious thoughts multiply within us, we can take hold of God's consolations to lift ourselves up and remain strong in Him.

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