2015: Faith & New Ground

Scripture References:Numbers 13 & 141 Peter 3:91 Corinthians 15:57Hebrews 13:20-212 Timothy 4:6-8Joshua 14:6-15Intro:New Year's reflection and anticipation for 2015.Celebrating 2014's highlights: attendance, kids, volunteers, babies, Team Casserole.Grace received for 2014 and expected for 2015.Key Points:Vision for 2015:More land to be taken: church expansion, church planting, transformation of neighborhoods and households.More battles to be fought: spiritual warfare against negative mindsets.Call to spiritual readiness: prayer, fasting, and a God-first perspective.Numbers 13 & 14 Analysis:Two perspectives: circumstances-first vs. God-first.The Israelites' fear and unbelief led to incapability, fear, and lies.Caleb's faith and call to "go now."How we perceive God shapes how we perceive everything.God's Plan and Our Role:God's plan to redeem the earth (1 Peter 3:9).God's victory over sin and death (1 Corinthians 15:57).God equips us for His will (Hebrews 13:20-21).Our role: engaging in the battles, praying, and trusting God.Caleb's Example (Joshua 14):Caleb's 45-year-old promise and unwavering faith.Call to those 55+: to stand, fight, and not retire from faith.Pouring out for God's purposes (2 Timothy 4:6-8).Conclusion:2015 as a year of coming and going, waging war, and getting in the game.Emphasis on a God-first vision and perspective.Call to believe and walk in faith.Call to Action:Commissioning of those 55+ for active service.Invitation for all to stand for more of God's Word and Spirit.Prayer for God's plans and power to prevail.Declaration of 2015 as a good year. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.