Final message from Pastor Richard van Lieshout in our "Rule of Life" Series on habits to fortify and form you faith.
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares”
Hebrews 13:2
Principle
Instead of isolating ourselves in our family units, Christian circles & social tribes we intentionally meet the ‘stranger’, and invite them into relationship.
Habit 12
We commit to opening a space at the table once a week for a ‘stranger’
Prayer
Jesus help us to model your warmth, initiative, and sacrifice which allowed us to fellowship at your table. Help us to see the ‘stranger’ you have placed in our midst, and walk towards them
Service
February 28, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Message from Pastor Richard van Lieshout on the fifth Rule of Life.
Mark 10:35-45
Will
February 21, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Understanding God's Will of Decree, his will of Desire, and his will of Direction requires:
• Reflective attention to promptings
• Intelligent alertness to circumstances
• Careful application of the Word
Mind
February 14, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Sermon by Pastor Richard Van Lieshout
Instead of uncritical embrace, we practice great discernment.
Instead of unrestrained engagement, we practice great discipline.
Psalm 1
Time
February 7, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Principle:
Recognising our tendency to fulfil our sense of security, self-worth & significance through a relentless vocational pursuits, we re-orient our lives around a sacred rhythm of rest & worship.
Habit:
Habit 3: We commit to take one full day every week for complete rest from our daily work, and to make Sabbath possible for those around us.
Habit 4: We commit to pausing once in the middle of the day for a ‘Selah’ moment of prayer and reflection.
Verse:
Matthew 11:28-30:
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Prayer:
“God through two deliberate salvation acts in history you released us from bondage: from the relentless slavery of modern life, as well as the eternal bondage of misplaced http://identity.help us to develop the skill of truly living in the freedom that you purchased for us”
Money
January 31, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Jesus spoke about money more than he spoke about heaven and hell combined. Money is clearly a very important part of our lives so it is important to form biblical habits to fortify and form our faith in the area of money!
Forming & Fortifying Your Faith
January 24, 2021 • Richard van Lieshout
Message from Pastor Richard van Lieshout
Introduction to the Rule of Life series.
2 Peter 1:1-15
