Scripture References:
- Numbers 13 & 14
- 1 Peter 3:9
- 1 Corinthians 15:57
- Hebrews 13:20-21
- 2 Timothy 4:6-8
- Joshua 14:6-15
Intro:
- New Year's reflection and anticipation for 2015.
- Celebrating 2014's highlights: attendance, kids, volunteers, babies, Team Casserole.
- Grace received for 2014 and expected for 2015.
Key Points:
- Vision for 2015:
- More land to be taken: church expansion, church planting, transformation of neighborhoods and households.
- More battles to be fought: spiritual warfare against negative mindsets.
- Call to spiritual readiness: prayer, fasting, and a God-first perspective.
- Numbers 13 & 14 Analysis:
- Two perspectives: circumstances-first vs. God-first.
- The Israelites' fear and unbelief led to incapability, fear, and lies.
- Caleb's faith and call to "go now."
- How we perceive God shapes how we perceive everything.
- God's Plan and Our Role:
- God's plan to redeem the earth (1 Peter 3:9).
- God's victory over sin and death (1 Corinthians 15:57).
- God equips us for His will (Hebrews 13:20-21).
- Our role: engaging in the battles, praying, and trusting God.
- Caleb's Example (Joshua 14):
- Caleb's 45-year-old promise and unwavering faith.
- Call to those 55+: to stand, fight, and not retire from faith.
- Pouring out for God's purposes (2 Timothy 4:6-8).
Conclusion:
- 2015 as a year of coming and going, waging war, and getting in the game.
- Emphasis on a God-first vision and perspective.
- Call to believe and walk in faith.
Call to Action:
- Commissioning of those 55+ for active service.
- Invitation for all to stand for more of God's Word and Spirit.
- Prayer for God's plans and power to prevail.
- Declaration of 2015 as a good year.
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