1. Remember God's Goodness during Opposition
2. Do Everything Possible to Honor God
3. Turn to God in Prayer while waiting for Strength
How To Deal With Opposition
Flip the Script
January 30, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Ezra 4:1–15, Deuteronomy 6:4–6
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Keeping the Long View in Mind
February 27, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Nehemiah 13, Nehemiah 1:1–10, James 1:16–18
Problems 1. Neglect over worship 2. Profit over the promise 3. Nepotism over the commitment Answers 1. Faithful in worship 2. Focused on the promise 3. Committed to God’s purpose - John Chrysostom “We are commanded to have only one enemy, the devil. With him, never be reconciled! But with a brother, never be at enmity in your heart.”
God's Providential Care In Uncertain Times
February 20, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Ezra 7:27–28, Ezra 8—9, Ezra 7:1–10
1. An uncertain heart is restored through obedience to God's Word. 2. An uncertain direction is found in fasting and prayer. 3. An uncertain future is changed by a new commitment to God.