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For the last week. I’ve been focusing on who God says He is. The Bible calls God a lawgiver, a term packed with truth for our lives today. Just laws are essential to the wellbeing of society. But did you realize they’re also important for our walk with God? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. Isaiah 33:22 reads, “the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king; he will save us.” In ancient times, those who made the laws were not the legislative branch of today, but the kings who ruled. God as the lawgiver, acknowledges Him as supreme authority. As lawgiver, He’s also the determiner of all right and wrong. As the Lawmaker, God determines the not only the rules, but the consequences -whether blessing or punishment. May we learn the law in the Bible and choose to obey so blessing can be ours. Discover more leadership resources at American Pastors Network dot net.
Monday, October 4, 2021 - God is...Series: God is the Lawgiver
October 4, 2021
Overcoming Adversity Series: Where is God?
April 15, 2024
Transcript: We all face challenges in life- don’t we?. Whether a relationship, finances, a job, or other areas. And, when times are tough, we tend to ask ourselves where is God? So what does the Bible say? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. As Jesus gave His final words at the Great Commission, He promised, “I am with you always, even to the very end of the age.” Jesus is always with us, even when it may not feel that way. Now, feelings are important, but they can sometimes trick us into believing the lie that God has abandoned us. But God does not abandon us. His love and presence transcends all events and overcomes all life’s challenges. It’s been said when we find ourselves at the end of our rope – just let go, because only then that we can realize that we’re in the palm of God’s hand. Do you have that assurance? Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
Persecution Series: Count It All Joy
April 12, 2024
Transcript: The Bible teaches us to “count it all joy” when we face trouble or persecution. How can we find real joy in times of trouble? Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. This week, we’ve looked at the persecution we should expect as believers and how to respond to it. But James 1:2 adds that we are to count it all joy. Why? The verse adds that the testing of our faith “produces steadfastness” or resilience. When we experience suffering, we build our endurance. Just as exercise builds the strength of our physical body, persecution strengthens our spirit. A workout may not feel like fun at the time, but consistent effort leads to much improvement. In a similar way, consistently facing persecution with joy deepens our faith and makes us more effective in living for God. Don’t fear persecution. Count it all joy today! Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.
Persecution Series: Preparing for Persecution
April 11, 2024
Transcript: Do you know that the Bible actually teaches that believers are to prepare for persecution? We’re not called to avoid tough times, but rather to anticipate them. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. In 2 Corinthians 4, the apostle Paul wrote he was “persecuted, but not forsaken.” He understood that he would face difficult times, just like other followers of Christ. He also encouraged believers to prepare for the hardships we face by looking forward to heaven. Paul wrote “do not lose heart” and to look to “the things that are unseen.” Our best defense against hardship is not searching for an escape, but looking forward to eternity. When we gaze at our future, we’ll be better prepared to face the challenges of the present. Scripture calls this the way to be “renewed day by day” as we seek to live faithfully despite the persecutions we may face. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.