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Most scholars refer to this being the first recorded Revival in The Bible. Jacob had trouble all around him. He was worried about retaliation of the surrounding rulers because of what happened with Dinah, Simeon and Levi.A Revival in a believer's life is a rededication to God. Some consider it a wake-up call. Some consider revival has repentance from Worldly things. Some believe it is a rekindling to your First Love.1. Spiritual Leadership in The Family.2. Spiritual Repentance in The Family.3. Spiritual Obedience in The Family.

A Message from Pastor Jose Martinez 4-22-26

Jacob has come to the place where he will encounter Esau. He has sent his family across Jabbok, so that he is now alone to meet the brother he stole the birthright Jacob prayed for God to deliver him in Genesis 32:9-12.Now Jacob wrestles with God.1. A Personal Contest2. A Protracted Contest3.A Prevailing Contest

1. Jacob - Trusted God2. Laban - Trusted Idols3. Rachel - Trusted Both

1. Desire to go Home (w. 25-26)Jacob fulfilled his serviceLaban's selfish motivationLeadership contrastBigger Purpose• Bigger Purpose2. The Art of the Deal (vv. 27-34)• Laban's approach• Jacob's approach• Imbalance of the deal• Key principle3. God's Continued Blessing (Vv. 37-40)• Faithful stewardship• Unexpected results• Source of success4. Application• Be faithful where you are• Trust God's timing• Stay focused on God's willFinal ReminderGod is working even when you don't see it.Keep trusting, keep working, keep walking in faith.God provides for His people and fulfills His promises.

Jacob is united on his journey with Rebekah’s family. He connects with Laban.Laban has two daughters, Leah and Rachel.This begins the forming of the Tribes of Israel. In Laban, Jacob meets his match.Laban uses Jacob and deceives him upon his marriage.1. Jacob Marries Leah (vs.21-27) Children of Leah-Reuben-Simeon -Dinah vs.21-Levi-Judah-Issachar-Zebulun2. Jacobs Marries Rachel (vs.28-30)-Joseph-Benjamin3. Jacob is Given Bilhah -Dan -Naphtali4. Jacob is Given Zilpah-Gad-Asher

1. A Major Impact on Your Life.2. A Major Impact on Your Worship.3. A Major Impact on Your Commitment• Climbing The Ladder of Successa. Beware of Personal Goals without Personal Growthb. Making Preparations without Prayerc. Focusing on Provision without the Person of Christd. Focusing on Influence without Integrity

1. Theological Importance of the Blessing2. Generational Patterns (often called "Generational Curses")a. The Younger Receiving the Promiseb. The Pattern of Deceptionc. Esau's Response3. Important Theological Clarifications4. Generational Blessings

1. Build an altar - God First2. Pitch a tent - Family Second3. Dig a well - Job Third

Abraham’s life upon earth will come to a close. His pilgrimage of life ended.What kind of life did Abraham live?1. Abraham Would Remarry. (vs.1-4)2. Abraham’s Division of the Estate. (vs.5-6)3. Abraham’s Death and Burial. (vs.7-11)

Lot has been captured Abraham and Lot had separated after Egypt and went their own ways. Lot moves closer to Sodom and has backslidden from God. It is difficult when our families are captured by the world.1. The Captivity of Lot.2. The Courage of Abraham.3. The Commitment of Stewardship.

Sarah's burial is not just the end of a life—it is the first permanent foothold of faith in the Promised Land. What looks like a funeral becomes a faith statement that shapes Israel's future and points us toward redemption in Christ.Setting the Scene (Genesis 23:1-2): She diesen kirizharba (idShe dies in Kiriath-arba (Hebron): Abratam comesto modh and weep tor saraThe region is populated by the Hittites (sons of Heth)Emphasis: Strong faith still feels deep loss.1. Faith Commits, Even When It Hurts.a. The Negotiationb. The Costc. The Investment2. Faith Trusts God's Bigger Plan.a. Plan vs. Purpose3. The Principle of DoiThe Bigger StoryWalking in Obedience3. Faith Invest for the Future.Abraham's HopeAbraham's Journeyc. The Christ Connection

1. Abraham's Journey and Denial of Sarah. (v1-2)2. God Appears to Abimelech in a Dream. (vs.3-7)3. Abimelech takes a Warning from God. (vs.8-13)4. The Kindness of Abimelech to Abraham. (vs.14-18)

1. The Appearance of God (vs.1-8)2. The Promises Made to Abraham (vs.9-15)3. The Messengers Depart Toward Sodom (vs.16-22)4. Abraham Intercedes (vs.23-33)

1. God Reveals Himself (Genesis 17:1)2. God Establishes the Covenant (Genesis 17:2)3. The Changing of Names (Genesis 17:4-8, 15-16)

Have you ever got impatient with God? Does it seem like God is not moving fastenough at your time table? The fact is we get tired of waiting, or being delayed.So is the faith journey of Abraham (Abram) and Sarah (Sarai). When people getimpatient, they can do some amazing things, make bad decisions, and get intosome real pain. It is always best to wait on the Lord, Isaiah 40:31.1. Impatience Brought a Carnal Plan.2. Impatience Brought Terrible Consequences.3. Impatience Brought a Horrible Confrontation.

Lot has been captured Abraham and Lot had separated after Egypt and went their own ways. Lot moves closer to Sodom and has backslidden from God. It is difficult when our families are captured by the world.1. The Captivity of Lot.2. The Courage of Abraham.3. The Commitment of Stewardship.

Abram journeys to Egypt. When there is a trial, a need in your life, who do youturn to? Our journey of faith produces many character developing times. It isusually times when our faith is weak that we make our worst choices, God willtest us. The more we learn to trust God the more our faith grows.1. Temporary conditions- “Famine”2. Journeys That Are catastrophic3. The Danger of Clever Deception

Abraham is considered one of the most important persons of the Old Testament.Ray Stedman said, “If you had a Mount Rushmore of faith, you would have tostart with Abraham.” Consider these facts:-He is revered by the followers of -Christianity, Judaism and Islam.-He is the founder of the nation of Israel.-He is mentioned 308 times in the O.T. and N.T.-He is the preeminent man of faith in the Bible.-He is a man God chose to change the course of World history.1. The Call of God2. The Promise of God3. The Worship of God

P1: Who is Yahweh? (v12-17)P2: Don’t Forget (v18-26)P3: You Need God (v27-31)

Sometimes a "No" answer from God can be a tremendous teaching tool.This time can really help us examine our life before God.1. Relationships Are Not Right.2. Your Motives Are Self-Serving3.. Your Faith Is Wavering4. A Failure to Be a Generous Giver5 Indifference To God's Word6. Unconfessed Sins

In this episode our friend Jose Martinez about the hand of God from John 10:28!

The beginning of Romans Chapter 15 dearly pinpoints the marks of a strono fellowship. Every believer can clearly know their duty in the church. Size does not determine how strong a church is spiritually. Every believer has a part to make the church strong. The characteristics are what God points out in a strong church.1) The Strong Bear the Weak. (vs.1-3)2) The Believer's Study the Scriptures. (vS.4)3) Strength Comes Through Unity. (vs.5-6)4) Strong Churches Receive One Another. (vs.7-12)5) Strong Churches Have a lot of Hope. (vs. 13)

Rather than trying to teach these 13 verses one by one, here are the characteristics of Christian living they cover so that you can study them later:I want to walk with God better. That just doesn't happen. I realized three things I need to do in order to grow stronger in my walk with the Lord.First, consider the markers of others who are getting it done.They pray...a lot.They memorize scripture.They recognize spiritual warfare.They realize they can fall.They drip with humilityThey live with intentionalityThey make decisions and move onSecond, I don't just need the how to...I need the want to!There are multiple verses that speak to how to live a life of spiritual disciplines and godly living.The problem is not finding the "how to"...the problem is having the "want to"<> Patterns, habits, and disciplines are set by the things you love mostRight now, I am as near to God as I want to be.Right now, I am as faithful and obedient to the Lord as I want to be.Right now, I am as joyful, glad, and loving as I want to be.

One of the most frequently asked questions a Pastor gets is, "How can I know the Will of God?" What is God's plan for my life? God's will is for you to become more like Christ. God's ultimate goal for your life is not comfort, but character development. He wants you to grow up spiritually.1. God Transforms Your Moral Will. (vs. 1-2)Transformation of a Personal Sacrifice.Transformation by a Personal Savior.Transformation of Spiritual Strength.2. God Transforms the Will of Your Motives. (vs.3-5)3. God Transforms the Will of Ministering. (vs. 6-8)

There is a glorious hope for Israel, and for this World all found in the Promise of Christ.Through Christ came God's Plan.Through Christ came Salvation.Through Christ is complete Forgiveness.Through Christ is all honor and glory.The callous heart of Israel reminds us there is a remnant. The callous heart of people reminds us that people can be saved.1. God Has a Remnant (vs. 1-4)Proof by PaulProof by Elijah2. God Has a Remnant at Present Time (vs.5).3. God's Grace Assures a Remnant (vs.6-10).

1. Be absolutely certain of your salvation Romans 10:9-102. Be absolutely certain of your life-change Romans 10:13Can you testify that you have a growing trust in the true and trustworthy Word of GodCan you testify that you have a growing desire to obey the commandments of GodCan you testify that you are more and more being transformed into the likeness of ChristCan you testify that you have a growing love for God every dayCan you testify that you have a growing love for the people of God every dayCan you testify that gathering for worship is not an option for you...but a delight!3. Be absolutely certain of your calling Romans 10:14-15Every believer has been created by God to be a witness to the gospel of JesusEvery believer has been redeemed by God to be a witness to the gospel of JesusEvery believer has been called by God to be a witness of the gospel of Jesus4. The absolute Certainties Every Person Needs to Know For believers, heaven is an absolute certainty!Life is short and uncertainMatthew 24:38Luke 12:16-21Death is surePsalm 90:10-12Hebrews 9:27-28Judgment is inevitableII Corinthians 5:10 Revelation 20:11-15Sin is exceedingly sinfulI John 3:7-10I John 4:9-10Hell is a dreadful realityIl Thessalonians 1:6-10Christ alone can save youRomans 10:9-13I Corinthians 15:1-9Romans 10:16-17John 14:1-6

1. Coming Attractions(verses 18-25)2. Compassionate Intercessions(verses 26-27)"Does God really know what I'm going through, and does He really care?"Hebrews 2:17-18Hebrews 4:14-16Romans 8:26-27John 14:16-173. Confident Affirmations(verses 28-39)What these words mean:God foreknew usEphesians 2:4-10God predestined usI Thessalonians 5:9God called usI Corinthians 1:9God justified usRomans 5:1God glorified usAlready, not yetIn Christ, God is for us and never against usPsalm 18:1-2Psalm 5:12Psalm 9:10Psalm 31:3-4<> In Christ, God has graciously given us all thingsRomans 8:32 and Ephesians 1:3<>In Christ, all charges against us have been removedColossians 2:14<> In Christ, the Lord always intercedes for usHebrews 7:25<>In Christ, nothing can ever separate us from God's love for usPsalm 66:20Psalm 25:7Psalm 94:18<> In Christ, we are overwhelmingly victorious over everything that comes against us.Earthly thingsII Timothy 4:16-18Heavenly things Ephesians 1:19-22‹›In Christ, we are loved with the measureless love of God... in spite of us...with a love measured by the same fulness of love which He has for His sinless Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. John 17:23

1. You Are Obedient to Who You Belong To.2. You Are Set Free by What You Obey.3. Your Payment is Based on Who You Belong To.

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* This episode was not fully recorded sorry for the inconvenience!*This faith is the faith we receive from GodRomans 10:17This faith is the faith by which we are savedEphesians 2:8-9This faith is the faith by which we live as believersGalatians 2:20This faith is the faith by which we prayJames 1:5-8This faith is the faith by which we are strengthened when we are weakThis faith is the faith which God lavishly rewardsHebrews 11:6Luke 22:31-32In Romans 4 we learn how Abraham lived by faith without doubting for 25 years as he waited on God.<> He received God's Word <> He believed God's Word <> He obeyed God's Word<> He rejoiced in God's WordWhat true faith in the gospel accomplishes in our lives based on what we find in:Eternal peace with God(v 1)Steadfast access to the abundant grace of God (v 2a)Confident assurance of our heavenly destiny with GodPowerful accomplishment of being confirmed in Christlikeness by God(v 2b)(v:5-8)Romans 5:1-11(vv3-4)The constant and abundant provision of the love of GodThe guaranteed, absolute deliverance from the wrath of God(v 9)And because of the resurrection (vv 10-11):We obtain adoption into the family of GodWe are born again to a living hope by the power of God1 Peter 1:3-5We are qualified for an eternal inheritance as heirs of GodWe have everlasting security of salvation by the protection of God.

The first big Bible word in our text is righteousness.READ Philippians 3:7-92. The second big Bible word in our text is justified/justificationREAD II Corinthians 5:21READ Colossians 1:21-233. The third big Bible word in our text is redemption.READ I Peter 1:17-194. The fourth big Bible word in our text is propitiation.READ Hebrews 2:17-18READ I John 2:1-2READ I John 4:9-10READ Romans 8:1Closing thoughts:All of this is free!READ Romans 6:23READ Ephesians 2:8-9 and Romans 10:17"I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God's Holy Word, and will make it a lamp unto my feet, a light unto my feet, a light unto my path, and hide it's words in my heart, that I might not sin against God."

1. God's wrath and human rebellion2. The ways of human rebellion3. God's response to human rebellion

1. The Revelation of our Great High PriestIn the PastIn the Last DaysThe Characteristics2. The Divine Nature of our Great High PriestThe Son of GodThe Power of ChristThe Perfection of Christ3. The Preeminence of our Great High PriestAbove All CreationGreater Than the Angels

1. The Place of WorshipThe Movement of ChristThe Purification of ChristThe Entering of Christ2. The Altar of WorshipThe BloodThe Eternal NatureThe Perfection of the Sacrifice3. The Requirements of WorshipSalvation by Christ AloneThe Coming JudgmentThe Return of Christ

1. The Place of Worship (vv. 1-5)Tabernacle:CourtFirst Tent/Holy PlaceHoly of Holies2. The Altar of Worship (vv. 6-8)-The Priesthood-The High Priest"The structure showed a normal person could not enter the presence of God."- George Guthrie3. The Requirements of Worship (vv. 9-10)v.7: Yom Kippur - Day of AtonementDoes not make one perfect.Required dietary restrictions, washings and law.

1. Israel- a woman with child. (12:1-2)2. Satan- the Dragon (12:3-4)3. Jesus Christ (12:5)4. The Woman Flees (12:6)5. The Great Warfare (12:7-9)6. Salvation and Victory (12:10-11)

In this Wednesday night bible study we hear from our friend Pastor Jose Martinez as he speaks on John 6 feeding the 5000!

This Chapter unlocks the warfare that rages in the Spiritual realms. More often than not we can lose heart in our warfare because we don't see the answer coming as we like.Daniel gives us insight in Chapter 10.1. Daniel's Prayer and Fasting (vs. 1-3).FOLLI2. Daniel's encounter with an Awesome Being (vs.4-9).3. Daniel describes the Spiritual Warfare (vs. 10-21).

What are we to do when we see others struggle? We see struggles, destruction, corruption, and many defeated lives. The body of Christ is very much accountable for our lifestyles, prayer life, and encouragement to others. This passage will truly challenge us in our spiritual walk.1. Overtaken in Trespass.a) Let the Spiritual RestoreOur approachBearing burdensExamination2. The AccountabilityA Spiritual BelieverThe Spiritual Battle3. Overcome The Enemy - Rev. 12:11

1. Going into Temptation (vv.1-2)• Testing vs. TemptingCharacteristics of Tests:Characteristics of Temptation:• Temptations can come at any season of life.2. In the Middle of Temptation (wv. 3-10)• The enemy's attack is skillful and precise, but has been exposed by our Lord.Three Common Attacks of the EnemyAppeal to physical gain. (vv. 3-4)Appeal to personal gain. (vv. 5-7)Appeal to powerful gain. (vv. 8-10)3. Coming out of Temptation (v. 11)Where you are properly cared for.Where you learn in growth.Where God fixes our flaws.

God has established three institutions of authority:The Government- (Gen.9:1-17)The Church- (Acts Chap.2)The Home- (Gen.2:18-25)1. The Government• Dan.10:1-14Vs. 1- God appoints national leadersVs.3-4- The job of Government leadersVs. 5-7- The Believer's responsibility to the Government2. The Church- Acts 1-8 "The Holy Spirit came"3. The Home

Since we are fighting against an enemy in the spiritual realm, we need to know what the battleground looks like and how we make a strong stand.The whole armor of God is given to us to make our stand in Christ. Spiritual warfare is real, and we are not fighting for a victory, but from the victory we have in Christ.1. Be Strong in The Lord (vs.10-12).2. Put On the Whole Armor of God (vs.13-17)The Belt of TruthThe Breastplate of RighteousnessThe Shoes of the GospelThe Shield of FaithThe Helmet of SalvationThe Sword of the Spirit3. Pray for The Saints (vs.18)* Audio may be a bit glitchy sorry for the inconvenience we are working to fix it! *

Spiritual Warfare is one battle that we do not have the luxury of being neutral in. The Bible gives us clear instructions to identify our enemy, so that we may advance.1. The Call to Be Alert.• Be Sober- Be Vigilant.2. The Description of Our Adversary.DevilSatanOld SerpentDragon3. The Call to Advance.(4) Important TraitsPerfectEstablishedStrengthenSettle

"To know the will of God, is to have an open Bible and an open road map." - William Carey8 Billion people on earth6.5 Billion claim not to have a relationship with Christ3.37 Billion have little to no access to the gospel1 Billion people have never heard the name of JesusInstruction #1: Stay in Jerusalem.1. Why must the disciples stay in Jerusalem?• Truth #1 - We wait for the Holy Spirit, because the Spirit gives us the power and authority to complete the mission God gave to us.Instruction #2: It is not for you to know the time or season the Father has prepared.2. Why did the disciples ask Jesus if this was when the Kingdom was coming?• Truth #2 - Our focus is to be on the mission God has given to the church.InStruction #3: Witness of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the uttermost parts.3. Why did Jesus specifically give these locations to his disciples?• Truth #3 - The gospel of Christ is given for all people in all places.Instruction #4: Be ready for the return of Christ.4. Why do you stand looking at the sky?• Truth #4 - To be ready for Christ's return is to be obedient to Christ's commands."I will hold the rope to pull people from the pit." - William Carey

The Holy Spitenables and empowers you supernaturallyActs 1:8The promise for power-The protice of power - The prayer for power -Acts 8:26-33Ephesians 3:16 and Ephesians 1:15-21<> The Holy Spirit teaches you accuratelyThe promise for revealing truth - John 14:25-26 and John 16:12-15The purpose for revealing truth - Il Timothy 3:14-17To be saved = verses 14-15To live saved = verses 16-17Teaching = This is what is rightReproof = This is what is wrongCorrection = This is how to get rightTraining in righteousness = This is how to stay rightI shared with the morning Bible Study (that gathers every Wednesday at 10:00 by the way) that to me, the best Super Bowl commercial was Harrison Ford and his Jeep. His lines caught my attention:"The longest thing we will do is live our lives. And life doesn't come with a user's manual...I but it would have been easier if it had, wouldn't it?" Well...God did! The Bible.66 books. 1,189 chapters. 31,102 verses. 757,439 words.They help us know God better.They help us love God better.They help us trust God better.They help us obey God better.They help us serve God better.They help us live life better.They help us glorify God better.God established three institutions: The family, the government, the church. And all three are to operate under and according to the ultimate and final authority of God's Word. Want to know why families fall apart, governments fall apart, churches fall apart? They give their own wants and wills the authority that only the word of God holds and deserves.Trouble today: Either the Bible doesn't line up to your life or your life doesn't line up with the Bible!The Holy Spirit gorifies God through you fruitfullyThe premise for being fruitful- John 15:1-8 The life of Jesus in me, being lived out through me.The evidence of being fruitful - Galatians 5:22-23<> The Holy Spirit comforts you peacefullyThe promise of peace -John 14:27The picture of peace-Acts 7:54-56Peace is not the absence of challenges/trials in life... Peace comes from trusting in the Lord in them all.Isaiah 26:3 - You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.The prayer for peace - Philippians 4:4-7 (But don't forget verses 8-9!)<> The Holy Spirit perfects Christ's joy in you fully. I wrestled between "perfects" /"provides" BUTThe promise of joy - John 15:9-11The picture of joy - Acts 13:48-52The prayer for joy - Romans 15:13Reminds me of what God is doing at Northside!"Now may the God of hope fill you with..."<> The Holy Spirit declares God's Word through you convincingly• The promise - Mark 13:9-11The picture - Acts 4:5-13-<> The Holy Spirit sanctifies you progressivelyJohn 17:17 and I Corinthians 6:11<>The Holy Spirit leads us purposefullyThe prayer and the picture -Acts 13:1-4 and Acts 16:6-10

We are encouraged to live a true Christian life under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This passage shows the sharp contrast between the Spirit and the flesh, and how we as believers should walk bearing the fruit of God's nature.1. The Conflict between the Spirit and Flesh. Vs. 16-182. The Works of the Flesh. Vs. 19-213. The Fruit of the Spirit. Vs.22

Ephesians 4:11-16 1. The Dispersion of Gifts Saved by grace through faith Filled with the Holy Spirit Gifted with purpose by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 12:4) 2. The Diversity of gifts Pastors, teachers, prophets, evangelist. etc Why must there be diversity? 3. The Design for Your gift Build/edify the church Unify the church Mature in our walk with Christ

The Holy Spirit calls you to Christ compassionately Revelation 22:17 The Holy Spirit convicts you of sin mercifully John 16:7-11 Acts 2:37-38 Psalm 32:3-5 The Holy Spirit is operative in your salvation graciously Titus 3:3-7 The Holy Spirit secures you as a child of God eternally Ephesians 1:13-14 II Corinthians 1:21-22 I John 3:21-24 and 4:13 The Holy Spirit lives in you purposefully John 14:16-17 Acts 6:3 I Corinthians 6:19-20 II Timothy 1:7 The Holy Spirit testifies with your spirit emphatically Romans 8:14-17 Galatians 4:6-7 The Holy Spirit imparts God's love into your heart lavishly Romans 5:5-8 How is this love to be expressed to others? I Corinthians 13:4-8 How do all these truths become reality in my life? The Holy Spirit will guide you to live a life of continual dependence upon the Lord The Holy Spirit guide you to live a life of continual surrender to the Lord The Holy Spirit guide you to live a life of continual trust in the Lord

The Spirit-filled life is marked by purpose, power and effectiveness. It is not something you do, but something you are because of who is living and working inside you. God desires for you to live a Spirit-filled life, being led by the Spirit on a daily basis. 1. The Holy Spirit Strengthens Us. 2. The Holy Spirit Purifies Us. 3. The Holy Spirit Filled Us for Ministry.