The Great Debate

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The Great Debate

Pt.4

August 25, 2024 • Jason Sharpe • 2 Timothy 4:14–15, Ephesians 4:26, Hebrews 12:15, Matthew 26

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Pastor Jason explores how pain and offense can become gateways for the enemy to influence our lives, but also offers biblical strategies for overcoming these challenges.

Pain as an Open Door:

Message: Pain is often used by the enemy as a way to enter and influence our lives (2 Timothy 4:14-18). We can either overlook pain or be offended by it, with offense being the first step toward deeper hurt (Ephesians 4:26).

The Danger of Offense:

Message: Offense leads to bitterness and deeper wounds (Hebrews 12:15). The enemy seeks to exploit our pain and turn it into a weapon against us (Matthew 26:14-15).

Ways to Overcome:

Message: To overcome pain and offense, we must intentionally seek God's presence, recognizing that God understands our pain and is just. Forgiveness is not a feeling but an act of obedience, and it is essential for healing and moving forward. The Holy Spirit often highlights our hurts as a prelude to new seasons of growth and purpose. It's vital to get back to doing God's will.

Pastor Jason encourages us to address pain and offense with spiritual maturity, leading to healing, forgiveness, and a renewed commitment to God's purpose in our lives.

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September 29, 2024 • Jason Sharpe • Deuteronomy 11:1, Deuteronomy 11:13–14, Matthew 22:35–36, Deuteronomy 30:6–7, Genesis 4:25–26

Pastor Jason centers on the idea that worship is an expression of love for God. Drawing from passages like Deuteronomy 11 and Matthew 22, he highlights that true worship flows from a heart fully devoted to loving and obeying the Lord. Worship is not just an inward feeling but an outward expression of that love, as seen in Genesis 4 when people first began to call upon the name of the Lord. Worshiping God with all our heart, soul, and mind is the greatest commandment, and it should be a reflection of our deep love for Him

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September 22, 2024 • Jason Sharpe, Reece Anderson, Jonny Moore • Genesis 12:1–3, Matthew 28:19–20, Revelation 7:9, 1 John 2:11, Matthew 5:14–16

Pastor Jason emphasizes the call to be a light for the nations and spread God's salvation to the ends of the earth. Drawing from passages like Genesis 12:1-3 and Matthew 28:19-20, he highlights the importance of going forth to bless others, making disciples of all nations, and being sent to proclaim the good news. Isaiah 6:8 and Mark 16:15 challenge believers to respond with readiness and boldness, saying "Here I am! Send me." Ultimately, the message calls the church to fulfill the Great Commission, knowing that God is with them and that His salvation is for all people.

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September 15, 2024 • Jason Sharpe • Revelation 8:3–5, Psalm 141:2, Luke 22:31–32, Acts 12:5–7, Matthew 18:18–19

Pastor Jason highlights the transformative power of prayer. Pastor Jason Sharpe emphasizes how prayer invites God's presence, pushing back darkness, and establishing His will on earth. Drawing from scriptures like Revelation 8:3-5 and Luke 22:31-32, he shows how prayers rise like incense before God, summoning His attention, dispatching angels, and thwarting the enemy's plans. Through unified prayer, as in Matthew 18:18-19, believers can see God’s power manifest and bring His purposes to pass in their lives.