Exodus
Pastor Jeff SchwarzentraubDifficulties occur all the time in the Christian life because we live in a sinful and broken world that is hostile to the Lord. When these trying circumstances occur, we sometimes understand that this is a normal part of the Christian life.
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The challenges mount when these situations escalate and no matter how hard we pray, worship or read our Bibles our situation goes from bad to worse. During seasons like this we can often question God’s goodness or if he even cares for us. Learning to trust the Lord in difficulties is one of the ways that God grows our character and helps build spiritual muscles in God’s plan for our lives. Learning what we can specifically trust God for can truly help us as God orchestrates our circumstances. This week we highlighted four areas where a believer can trust in God. Use these to help you mature in your faith.
Episodes
- 1When Adversity EscalatesLearning to trust the Lord in difficulties is one of the ways that God grows our character and helps build spiritual muscles in God’s plan for our lives.
- 2God’s Powerful OrchestrationIn Exodus 2, we learn that God is always in control and by relying completely on Him and seeking Him first, He will certainly use us for His glory.
- 3The Making of a WorshipperWorship is when a person gives their full allegiance in all areas of their lives to the Lord Jesus Christ. God wants us to seek Him first.
- 4Responding to God's CallWhen God calls us for His purposes, He desires that we immediately respond and continue to journey with him by faith.
- 5Surprising ExpectationsThere is nothing quite so painful and disappointing as unmet expectations. Some of life’s greatest challenges arise in areas of our lives when we are expecting something that does not materialize.
- 6Courageous Kingdom AdvancementGod wants to make Himself known throughout the whole world and chooses to use His servants to advance kingdom.
- 7A Courageous WarriorThroughout the Old and New Testament God calls His people to not only live the Gospel but to share it. It takes courage to respond to the Gospel and it takes courage to share it with others.
- 8The Making of a ManThis week we discussed how long-term obedience in the same direction transforms our lives. In chapter 11 of the book of Exodus we read about a different Moses than when he was called by God.
- 9Experiencing FreedomThis week we discussed how we can truly be set free in Christ and no longer remain a slave to our sin. In Exodus, God sent the first 9 plagues to punish Egypt for their disobedience to Him.
- 10The Next GenerationThere's a need to pass the spiritual baton to the next generation. He wants to use us to build up our children and their children so that they can go further than we ever dreamed.
- 11Trust God in Your TrialsIn Exodus 14 we learn of five musts for trusting God in our trials. We have a tendency to desire to respond in our flesh rather than responding in faith.
- 12Praise the LordUnderstanding what took place in Exodus chapter 15 is essential for us to understand why God asks us to praise Him and why praise should be so natural.
- 13God's Gracious ProvisionIf we want to experience God’s gracious provision in our lives, He has given us the instruction necessary for us to obey.
- 14Leadership ExpectationsThe challenge for the leader is that simply being obedient to God will bring heartache and frustration to the people you are leading and ultimately to you.
- 15Growing Spiritual LeadersGod’s Word provides insight in how we can best serve the Lord and how it is possible for every single believer to have influence in a mighty way.
- 16Approaching The HolyAs Moses warns the people it is a reminder that we must warn people about the holiness of God. Without understanding God’s holiness, we miss out on the fullness of the Gospel.
- 17The Ten CommandmentsWe studied the Ten Commands and the uniqueness of God’s holiness in relationship to that of sinful man. We learned that the law is good and useful for us if we understand the purpose of the law.
- 18God Values Love and JusticeToo often people believe that the Laws of God are not binding and therefore we do not need to be acquainted with them. As we understand the law we learn of God’s heart.
- 19Keys for Spiritual GrowthWe don’t know how to rest, don’t prioritize worship, and forget that trust is ongoing. In this message, we are challenged from God’s Word to make sure that all three of these areas continued to grow.
- 20The Calling of a ManThis week’s message highlighted four activities that men are called to engage if they are going to be the fullness of Jesus Christ.
- 21The Purpose of the TabernacleAs we studied the Tabernacle, we learned about all that God wanted to do to demonstrate His holiness and His desire to dwell with His people.
- 22Ministering PriestsIn this sermon, we discussed the role of Priestly Garments and how they were necessary for leading God’s people and foreshadowing the coming Messiah
- 23Authentic WorshipThese five truths about authentic worship will be helpful to the new believer and to the seasoned veteran in their faith. We can continue to grow in our knowledge and ability to worship the Lord.
- 24The Appetite for IdolatryWe have a proclivity in our sinful nature to find something convenient and self-serving to worship. In Exodus 32 we learn about this appetite for idolatry so that we can avoid it all costs.
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