March 2014

We are continuing in the 'Out of Order' series, focusing on the importance of Integrity. Three main areas in which we should be walking in Integrity, should be; in your Finances, in your Commitments, and in your Honesty.

We need to take hold of the "power of release." That we may receive God's repositioning. Read Genesis 43:11 to 17. Lessons we learned from Joseph; Our attitude determines our altitude - how far we go with God. Attitude is more important to God than aptitude. Your attitude towards doing something for God means more to Him than your own skill set to accomplish it. Attitude is the thermostat, not the thermometer. It matters what "temperature" it is set on - your willingness to complete the task. God cannot promote you above your attitude. Principles concerning loss; loss comes to everyone, loss causes us to hold on tightly to what remains, and how we handle loss determines if we receive gain. We need to realize what the "Benjamin" may be in our life. The results of 'letting the Benjamin go' in our life will result in; getting ourselves back, our presents needs met, and we are repositioned for our destiny. For Moses, it was his rod. For Abraham, it was Isaac. For the widow, it was the last meal. For the rich, young ruler, it was his money. We need to realize what our "Benjamin" is - what we are holding onto so tightly - release it to God and see what He does in our life. We apologize, audio is not available for this week's message.

This message focuses on the important topic of accountability. Although we live in a society that seems to be rejecting all thoughts of personal accountability, familial (family) accountability, and accountability to the local church; these issues are important to God. Accountability opens the door for correction. Correction, when done biblically, leads to restoration. Restoration leads to peace and order.

Throughout the Bible we see that God is a God of order. From creation, to the pattern for building the Tabernacle and even in our christian assemblies we see God's order. Many times we find our lives are full of chaos and confusion - this blocks God's blessing. This series focuses on Biblical principles for getting our lives "in order."

If we fail to recognize, as followers of Christ, our battle is not against flesh and blood, we end up distracted and disengaged. If we lay down our spiritual guard, we can end up fighting the wrong enemy - the people who around us!