http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
God speaks to us today through messages, and our response to these messages determines if our lives will change. The speaker uses examples from Lydia and the woman with the hemorrhage to illustrate that merely hearing the word is not enough; a genuine touch of faith is required. Ultimately, the purpose of God's word is to bear fruit, leading to a life where one no longer treats sin casually.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
How does God speak to us today?God speaks to believers today not through writing on clouds, but by using the preached message as His active word.1 Thessalonians 2:13
Lydia's response in PhilippiWhile many heard Paul speak in Philippi, the Lord opened Lydia's heart to respond, leading to her baptism and a changed life.Acts 16:12–15
The woman with the hemorrhage touches JesusA woman suffering for twelve years fought through the crowd to touch Jesus' garment and was immediately healed by her faith.Mark 5:25–34
The crowd versus the touch of faithMany people in the crowd pressed against Jesus and went home unchanged, but the woman touched Him in faith and her life was altered forever.
The complaint of the Hellenistic JewsWhen a dispute arose over overlooked widows in daily food distribution, the apostles chose spiritual men full of wisdom to solve the problem.
Surrendering to fill any gapMen like Stephen surrendered their lives without seeking personal glory, making themselves completely available to serve in small, insignificant tasks.Job 36:5
God's word accomplishes its purposeJust as rain waters the earth and brings growth, God's word goes forth to accomplish His specific desire without returning empty.Isaiah 55:10–11
http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
God speaks to us today through messages, and our response to these messages determines if our lives will change. The speaker uses examples from Lydia and the woman with the hemorrhage to illustrate that merely hearing the word is not enough; a genuine touch of faith is required. Ultimately, the purpose of God's word is to bear fruit, leading to a life where one no longer treats sin casually.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
How does God speak to us today?God speaks to believers today not through writing on clouds, but by using the preached message as His active word.1 Thessalonians 2:13
Lydia's response in PhilippiWhile many heard Paul speak in Philippi, the Lord opened Lydia's heart to respond, leading to her baptism and a changed life.Acts 16:12–15
The woman with the hemorrhage touches JesusA woman suffering for twelve years fought through the crowd to touch Jesus' garment and was immediately healed by her faith.Mark 5:25–34
The crowd versus the touch of faithMany people in the crowd pressed against Jesus and went home unchanged, but the woman touched Him in faith and her life was altered forever.
The complaint of the Hellenistic JewsWhen a dispute arose over overlooked widows in daily food distribution, the apostles chose spiritual men full of wisdom to solve the problem.
Surrendering to fill any gapMen like Stephen surrendered their lives without seeking personal glory, making themselves completely available to serve in small, insignificant tasks.Job 36:5
God's word accomplishes its purposeJust as rain waters the earth and brings growth, God's word goes forth to accomplish His specific desire without returning empty.Isaiah 55:10–11
