• PROVERB OF THE DAY

    (Proverbs 19)

    1. Better is the poor who walks in his integrity
    Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool

    2. Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge,
    And he sins who hastens with his feet.

    3. The foolishness of a man twists his way,
    And his heart frets against the LORD.

    4. Wealth makes many friends,
    But the poor is separated from his friend.

    5. A false witness will not go unpunished,
    And he who speaks lies will not escape.

    6. Many entreat the favor of the nobility,
    And every man is a friend to one who gives gifts.

    7. All the brothers of the poor hate him;
    How much more do his friends go far from him!
    He may pursue them with words, yet they abandon him.

    8. He who gets wisdom loves his own soul;
    He who keeps understanding will find good.

    9. A false witness will not go unpunished,
    And he who speaks lies shall perish.

    10. Luxury is not fitting for a fool,
    Much less for a servant to rule over princes.

    11. The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger,
    And his glory is to overlook a transgression.

    12. The king’s wrath is like the roaring of a lion,
    But his favor is like dew on the grass.

    13. A foolish son is the ruin of his father,
    And the contentions of a wife are a continual dripping.

    14. Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers,
    But a prudent wife is from the LORD.
    15. Laziness casts one into a deep sleep,
    And an idle person will suffer hunger.

    16. He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul,
    But he who is careless of his ways will die.

    17. He who has pity on the poor lends to the LORD,
    And He will pay back what he has given.

    18. Chasten your son while there is hope,
    And do not set your heart on his destruction.

    19. A man of great wrath will suffer punishment;
    For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again.

    20. Listen to counsel and receive instruction,
    That you may be wise in your latter days.

    21. There are many plans in a man’s heart,
    Nevertheless the LORD’s counsel—that will stand.

    22. What is desired in a man is kindness,
    And a poor man is better than a liar.

    23. The fear of the LORD leads to life,
    And he who has it will abide in satisfaction;
    He will not be visited with evil.

    24. A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl,
    And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

    25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary;
    Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.

    26. He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother
    Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.

    27. Cease listening to instruction, my son,
    And you will stray from the words of knowledge.

    28. A disreputable witness scorns justice,
    And the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity.

    29. Judgments are prepared for scoffers,
    And beatings for the backs of fools.
    PROVERB OF THE DAY (Proverbs 19) 1. Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool 2. Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge, And he sins who hastens with his feet. 3. The foolishness of a man twists his way, And his heart frets against the LORD. 4. Wealth makes many friends, But the poor is separated from his friend. 5. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies will not escape. 6. Many entreat the favor of the nobility, And every man is a friend to one who gives gifts. 7. All the brothers of the poor hate him; How much more do his friends go far from him! He may pursue them with words, yet they abandon him. 8. He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. 9. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies shall perish. 10. Luxury is not fitting for a fool, Much less for a servant to rule over princes. 11. The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger, And his glory is to overlook a transgression. 12. The king’s wrath is like the roaring of a lion, But his favor is like dew on the grass. 13. A foolish son is the ruin of his father, And the contentions of a wife are a continual dripping. 14. Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the LORD. 15. Laziness casts one into a deep sleep, And an idle person will suffer hunger. 16. He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But he who is careless of his ways will die. 17. He who has pity on the poor lends to the LORD, And He will pay back what he has given. 18. Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction. 19. A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. 20. Listen to counsel and receive instruction, That you may be wise in your latter days. 21. There are many plans in a man’s heart, Nevertheless the LORD’s counsel—that will stand. 22. What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar. 23. The fear of the LORD leads to life, And he who has it will abide in satisfaction; He will not be visited with evil. 24. A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. 25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge. 26. He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach. 27. Cease listening to instruction, my son, And you will stray from the words of knowledge. 28. A disreputable witness scorns justice, And the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity. 29. Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of fools.
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  • THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT DISCIPLESHIP

    “So you cannot become my disciple without giving up everything you own.” —Luke 14:33

    It has been said, “There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.”

    This statement reminds me of the account in Matthew 19 of the rich young man who came to Jesus seeking answers. Here was a man who, of all men, should have been content and fulfilled. He had great influence and affluence. Yet despite all his accomplishments, there was something missing in his life. He asked, “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?” (verse 16 NLT).

    “‘Why ask me about what is good?’ Jesus replied. ‘There is only One who is good. But to answer your question—if you want to receive eternal life, keep the commandments’” (verse 17 NLT). Jesus was not implying that by keeping the Ten Commandments, a person would be saved. Rather, Jesus held the Ten Commandments up as a mirror to show this man his sin.

    “‘I’ve obeyed all these commandments,’ the young man replied. ‘What else must I do?’” (verse 20 NLT).

    I think Jesus probably smiled at this. He saw what this man was really all about. So, He took it up a notch and said, “If you want to be perfect, go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me” (verse 21 NLT).

    Verse 22 says, “But when the young man heard this, he went away sad, for he had many possessions” (NLT).

    Jesus knew the problem with this young man was that possessions had possessed his soul. But Jesus just as easily could have said something completely different to someone else. What is really holding someone back from Christ and from further spiritual progress can vary from person to person.

    Jesus revealed the hard truth about discipleship in Luke 14:33: “So you cannot become my disciple without giving up everything you own” (NLT). Nothing should be more valuable, more precious, or more important to us than our relationship with Christ.

    Jesus drives this point home further in Luke 14:26–27. “If you want to be my disciple, you must, by comparison, hate everyone else—your father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even your own life. Otherwise, you cannot be my disciple. And if you do not carry your own cross and follow me, you cannot be my disciple” (NLT). Nothing should ever be more important to us than our walk with Christ.

    That’s why it’s a good idea to regularly come before Jesus and ask, “Lord, is there anything in my life that is getting in the way of my relationship with You?” We must be willing to do what the rich young man would not and sacrifice anything that gets in the way of our spiritual growth.

    God bless you!
    THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT DISCIPLESHIP “So you cannot become my disciple without giving up everything you own.” —Luke 14:33 It has been said, “There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.” This statement reminds me of the account in Matthew 19 of the rich young man who came to Jesus seeking answers. Here was a man who, of all men, should have been content and fulfilled. He had great influence and affluence. Yet despite all his accomplishments, there was something missing in his life. He asked, “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?” (verse 16 NLT). “‘Why ask me about what is good?’ Jesus replied. ‘There is only One who is good. But to answer your question—if you want to receive eternal life, keep the commandments’” (verse 17 NLT). Jesus was not implying that by keeping the Ten Commandments, a person would be saved. Rather, Jesus held the Ten Commandments up as a mirror to show this man his sin. “‘I’ve obeyed all these commandments,’ the young man replied. ‘What else must I do?’” (verse 20 NLT). I think Jesus probably smiled at this. He saw what this man was really all about. So, He took it up a notch and said, “If you want to be perfect, go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me” (verse 21 NLT). Verse 22 says, “But when the young man heard this, he went away sad, for he had many possessions” (NLT). Jesus knew the problem with this young man was that possessions had possessed his soul. But Jesus just as easily could have said something completely different to someone else. What is really holding someone back from Christ and from further spiritual progress can vary from person to person. Jesus revealed the hard truth about discipleship in Luke 14:33: “So you cannot become my disciple without giving up everything you own” (NLT). Nothing should be more valuable, more precious, or more important to us than our relationship with Christ. Jesus drives this point home further in Luke 14:26–27. “If you want to be my disciple, you must, by comparison, hate everyone else—your father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even your own life. Otherwise, you cannot be my disciple. And if you do not carry your own cross and follow me, you cannot be my disciple” (NLT). Nothing should ever be more important to us than our walk with Christ. That’s why it’s a good idea to regularly come before Jesus and ask, “Lord, is there anything in my life that is getting in the way of my relationship with You?” We must be willing to do what the rich young man would not and sacrifice anything that gets in the way of our spiritual growth. God bless you!
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  • SERMON SEGMENT: "Shed Clear Light of Christ About Football & Its Fans"
    Key Texts: Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Colossians 3:23, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:16-17, Hebrews 12:1-2

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    INTRO
    Church, the Lord is speaking to us in this last age. Hebrews 1:2
    We must be careful what we pattern our lives after. Because our sanctification is delicate. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 — “For this is the will of God, your sanctification.”

    Tonight let’s talk about football and its fans — not to condemn people, but to shed the clear light of Christ on it.
    Ephesians 5:13 — “But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible.”

    1. THE WARNING: DON'T BE PATTERNED BY THE WORLD
    Romans 12:2 — “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

    Football itself is just a game. But the spirit around football and its fan culture often carries:
    Pride - Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction”
    Injustice - cheating, bribes, violence, curses on other teams
    Flesh desires - gambling, drunkenness, lust, idolatry of players, spending hours that should be for God

    1 John 2:15-16 — “Do not love the world or the things in the world... For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father.”

    Warning to Christians and non-Christians:
    If our mind, thoughts, and actions are shaped more by football rivalry than by the Spirit, we are being conformed, not transformed.
    And “no one should think eternal life inheritance in an unclean life.”
    1 Corinthians 6:9-10 — “neither the sexually immoral... nor thieves... will inherit the kingdom of God.”
    Galatians 5:21 — “those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

    Our sanctification needs the shield of the Spirit and guidance, or it gets corrupted and compromised. Ephesians 6:16

    2. THE BALANCE: DISCIPLINE FROM THE BIBLE, NOT FROM THE WORLD
    Some will say: “But Paul used sports!” Yes.

    1 Corinthians 9:24-25 — “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.”

    Paul is not telling us to go play football. He’s using the discipline of athletes to teach us spiritual discipline:
    Focus. Training. Self-control. Running to win an imperishable crown.
    Hebrews 12:1 — “let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus.”

    The world trains the body for 90 minutes. We must train the spirit for eternity.

    Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
    If you play football, play unto the Lord. With integrity. Without pride. Without cursing. Without idolatry.
    If you are a fan, fan unto the Lord. With a renewed mind.

    3. THE TEST: DOES IT HELP OR HINDER YOUR SALVATION?
    We are to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling” — Philippians 2:12
    Not earn it. But keep it clean, not corrupted.

    Ask yourself 3 questions before the game and after the game:
    Does this make Jesus increase in me, or decrease? John 3:30
    Does this renew my mind, or fill it with pride, hate, and flesh? Romans 12:2
    Can I do this and still be pure and blameless before God? 1 Peter 1:15-16

    If football causes you to miss prayer, to gossip, to gamble, to hate, to be drunk — then it has become an idol. 1 Corinthians 10:14 — “Flee from idolatry.”

    4. APPLICATION: HOW TO ENGAGE WITH A RENEWED MIND
    Awaken - See the spirit behind the culture. Don’t be blind. Proverbs 29:18
    Renew - Let the Spirit transform your thoughts about competition, winning, and identity. Romans 12:2
    Obey - If the Spirit says “turn it off, come pray,” obey. John 14:23
    Purify - Guard your eyes, your mouth, your time. Psalm 119:9

    CLOSING WORD
    Brothers and sisters, football is not the enemy. The flesh is.
    SERMON SEGMENT: "Shed Clear Light of Christ About Football & Its Fans" Key Texts: Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Colossians 3:23, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:16-17, Hebrews 12:1-2 --- INTRO Church, the Lord is speaking to us in this last age. Hebrews 1:2 We must be careful what we pattern our lives after. Because our sanctification is delicate. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 — “For this is the will of God, your sanctification.” Tonight let’s talk about football and its fans — not to condemn people, but to shed the clear light of Christ on it. Ephesians 5:13 — “But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible.” 1. THE WARNING: DON'T BE PATTERNED BY THE WORLD Romans 12:2 — “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Football itself is just a game. But the spirit around football and its fan culture often carries: Pride - Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction” Injustice - cheating, bribes, violence, curses on other teams Flesh desires - gambling, drunkenness, lust, idolatry of players, spending hours that should be for God 1 John 2:15-16 — “Do not love the world or the things in the world... For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father.” Warning to Christians and non-Christians: If our mind, thoughts, and actions are shaped more by football rivalry than by the Spirit, we are being conformed, not transformed. And “no one should think eternal life inheritance in an unclean life.” 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 — “neither the sexually immoral... nor thieves... will inherit the kingdom of God.” Galatians 5:21 — “those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” Our sanctification needs the shield of the Spirit and guidance, or it gets corrupted and compromised. Ephesians 6:16 2. THE BALANCE: DISCIPLINE FROM THE BIBLE, NOT FROM THE WORLD Some will say: “But Paul used sports!” Yes. 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 — “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.” Paul is not telling us to go play football. He’s using the discipline of athletes to teach us spiritual discipline: Focus. Training. Self-control. Running to win an imperishable crown. Hebrews 12:1 — “let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus.” The world trains the body for 90 minutes. We must train the spirit for eternity. Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” If you play football, play unto the Lord. With integrity. Without pride. Without cursing. Without idolatry. If you are a fan, fan unto the Lord. With a renewed mind. 3. THE TEST: DOES IT HELP OR HINDER YOUR SALVATION? We are to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling” — Philippians 2:12 Not earn it. But keep it clean, not corrupted. Ask yourself 3 questions before the game and after the game: Does this make Jesus increase in me, or decrease? John 3:30 Does this renew my mind, or fill it with pride, hate, and flesh? Romans 12:2 Can I do this and still be pure and blameless before God? 1 Peter 1:15-16 If football causes you to miss prayer, to gossip, to gamble, to hate, to be drunk — then it has become an idol. 1 Corinthians 10:14 — “Flee from idolatry.” 4. APPLICATION: HOW TO ENGAGE WITH A RENEWED MIND Awaken - See the spirit behind the culture. Don’t be blind. Proverbs 29:18 Renew - Let the Spirit transform your thoughts about competition, winning, and identity. Romans 12:2 Obey - If the Spirit says “turn it off, come pray,” obey. John 14:23 Purify - Guard your eyes, your mouth, your time. Psalm 119:9 CLOSING WORD Brothers and sisters, football is not the enemy. The flesh is.
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  • SERMON SEGMENT: "Shed Clear Light of Christ About Football & Its Fans"
    Key Texts: Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Colossians 3:23, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:16-17, Hebrews 12:1-2

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    INTRO
    Church, the Lord is speaking to us in this last age. Hebrews 1:2
    We must be careful what we pattern our lives after. Because our sanctification is delicate. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 — “For this is the will of God, your sanctification.”

    Tonight let’s talk about football and its fans — not to condemn people, but to shed the clear light of Christ on it.
    Ephesians 5:13 — “But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible.”

    1. THE WARNING: DON'T BE PATTERNED BY THE WORLD
    Romans 12:2 — “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

    Football itself is just a game. But the spirit around football and its fan culture often carries:
    Pride - Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction”
    Injustice - cheating, bribes, violence, curses on other teams
    Flesh desires - gambling, drunkenness, lust, idolatry of players, spending hours that should be for God

    1 John 2:15-16 — “Do not love the world or the things in the world... For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father.”

    Warning to Christians and non-Christians:
    If our mind, thoughts, and actions are shaped more by football rivalry than by the Spirit, we are being conformed, not transformed.
    And “no one should think eternal life inheritance in an unclean life.”
    1 Corinthians 6:9-10 — “neither the sexually immoral... nor thieves... will inherit the kingdom of God.”
    Galatians 5:21 — “those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

    Our sanctification needs the shield of the Spirit and guidance, or it gets corrupted and compromised. Ephesians 6:16

    2. THE BALANCE: DISCIPLINE FROM THE BIBLE, NOT FROM THE WORLD
    Some will say: “But Paul used sports!” Yes.

    1 Corinthians 9:24-25 — “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.”

    Paul is not telling us to go play football. He’s using the discipline of athletes to teach us spiritual discipline:
    Focus. Training. Self-control. Running to win an imperishable crown.
    Hebrews 12:1 — “let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus.”

    The world trains the body for 90 minutes. We must train the spirit for eternity.

    Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
    If you play football, play unto the Lord. With integrity. Without pride. Without cursing. Without idolatry.
    If you are a fan, fan unto the Lord. With a renewed mind.

    3. THE TEST: DOES IT HELP OR HINDER YOUR SALVATION?
    We are to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling” — Philippians 2:12
    Not earn it. But keep it clean, not corrupted.

    Ask yourself 3 questions before the game and after the game:
    Does this make Jesus increase in me, or decrease? John 3:30
    Does this renew my mind, or fill it with pride, hate, and flesh? Romans 12:2
    Can I do this and still be pure and blameless before God? 1 Peter 1:15-16

    If football causes you to miss prayer, to gossip, to gamble, to hate, to be drunk — then it has become an idol. 1 Corinthians 10:14 — “Flee from idolatry.”

    4. APPLICATION: HOW TO ENGAGE WITH A RENEWED MIND
    Awaken - See the spirit behind the culture. Don’t be blind. Proverbs 29:18
    Renew - Let the Spirit transform your thoughts about competition, winning, and identity. Romans 12:2
    Obey - If the Spirit says “turn it off, come pray,” obey. John 14:23
    Purify - Guard your eyes, your mouth, your time. Psalm 119:9

    CLOSING WORD
    Brothers and sisters, football is not the enemy. The flesh is.
    SERMON SEGMENT: "Shed Clear Light of Christ About Football & Its Fans" Key Texts: Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Colossians 3:23, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:16-17, Hebrews 12:1-2 --- INTRO Church, the Lord is speaking to us in this last age. Hebrews 1:2 We must be careful what we pattern our lives after. Because our sanctification is delicate. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 — “For this is the will of God, your sanctification.” Tonight let’s talk about football and its fans — not to condemn people, but to shed the clear light of Christ on it. Ephesians 5:13 — “But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible.” 1. THE WARNING: DON'T BE PATTERNED BY THE WORLD Romans 12:2 — “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Football itself is just a game. But the spirit around football and its fan culture often carries: Pride - Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction” Injustice - cheating, bribes, violence, curses on other teams Flesh desires - gambling, drunkenness, lust, idolatry of players, spending hours that should be for God 1 John 2:15-16 — “Do not love the world or the things in the world... For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father.” Warning to Christians and non-Christians: If our mind, thoughts, and actions are shaped more by football rivalry than by the Spirit, we are being conformed, not transformed. And “no one should think eternal life inheritance in an unclean life.” 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 — “neither the sexually immoral... nor thieves... will inherit the kingdom of God.” Galatians 5:21 — “those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” Our sanctification needs the shield of the Spirit and guidance, or it gets corrupted and compromised. Ephesians 6:16 2. THE BALANCE: DISCIPLINE FROM THE BIBLE, NOT FROM THE WORLD Some will say: “But Paul used sports!” Yes. 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 — “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.” Paul is not telling us to go play football. He’s using the discipline of athletes to teach us spiritual discipline: Focus. Training. Self-control. Running to win an imperishable crown. Hebrews 12:1 — “let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus.” The world trains the body for 90 minutes. We must train the spirit for eternity. Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” If you play football, play unto the Lord. With integrity. Without pride. Without cursing. Without idolatry. If you are a fan, fan unto the Lord. With a renewed mind. 3. THE TEST: DOES IT HELP OR HINDER YOUR SALVATION? We are to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling” — Philippians 2:12 Not earn it. But keep it clean, not corrupted. Ask yourself 3 questions before the game and after the game: Does this make Jesus increase in me, or decrease? John 3:30 Does this renew my mind, or fill it with pride, hate, and flesh? Romans 12:2 Can I do this and still be pure and blameless before God? 1 Peter 1:15-16 If football causes you to miss prayer, to gossip, to gamble, to hate, to be drunk — then it has become an idol. 1 Corinthians 10:14 — “Flee from idolatry.” 4. APPLICATION: HOW TO ENGAGE WITH A RENEWED MIND Awaken - See the spirit behind the culture. Don’t be blind. Proverbs 29:18 Renew - Let the Spirit transform your thoughts about competition, winning, and identity. Romans 12:2 Obey - If the Spirit says “turn it off, come pray,” obey. John 14:23 Purify - Guard your eyes, your mouth, your time. Psalm 119:9 CLOSING WORD Brothers and sisters, football is not the enemy. The flesh is.
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  • PROVERB OF THE DAY

    (Proverbs 19)

    1. Better is the poor who walks in his integrity
    Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool

    2. Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge,
    And he sins who hastens with his feet.

    3. The foolishness of a man twists his way,
    And his heart frets against the LORD.

    4. Wealth makes many friends,
    But the poor is separated from his friend.

    5. A false witness will not go unpunished,
    And he who speaks lies will not escape.

    6. Many entreat the favor of the nobility,
    And every man is a friend to one who gives gifts.

    7. All the brothers of the poor hate him;
    How much more do his friends go far from him!
    He may pursue them with words, yet they abandon him.

    8. He who gets wisdom loves his own soul;
    He who keeps understanding will find good.

    9. A false witness will not go unpunished,
    And he who speaks lies shall perish.

    10. Luxury is not fitting for a fool,
    Much less for a servant to rule over princes.

    11. The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger,
    And his glory is to overlook a transgression.

    12. The king’s wrath is like the roaring of a lion,
    But his favor is like dew on the grass.

    13. A foolish son is the ruin of his father,
    And the contentions of a wife are a continual dripping.

    14. Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers,
    But a prudent wife is from the LORD.
    15. Laziness casts one into a deep sleep,
    And an idle person will suffer hunger.

    16. He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul,
    But he who is careless of his ways will die.

    17. He who has pity on the poor lends to the LORD,
    And He will pay back what he has given.

    18. Chasten your son while there is hope,
    And do not set your heart on his destruction.

    19. A man of great wrath will suffer punishment;
    For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again.

    20. Listen to counsel and receive instruction,
    That you may be wise in your latter days.

    21. There are many plans in a man’s heart,
    Nevertheless the LORD’s counsel—that will stand.

    22. What is desired in a man is kindness,
    And a poor man is better than a liar.

    23. The fear of the LORD leads to life,
    And he who has it will abide in satisfaction;
    He will not be visited with evil.

    24. A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl,
    And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

    25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary;
    Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.

    26. He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother
    Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.

    27. Cease listening to instruction, my son,
    And you will stray from the words of knowledge.

    28. A disreputable witness scorns justice,
    And the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity.

    29. Judgments are prepared for scoffers,
    And beatings for the backs of fools.
    PROVERB OF THE DAY (Proverbs 19) 1. Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool 2. Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge, And he sins who hastens with his feet. 3. The foolishness of a man twists his way, And his heart frets against the LORD. 4. Wealth makes many friends, But the poor is separated from his friend. 5. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies will not escape. 6. Many entreat the favor of the nobility, And every man is a friend to one who gives gifts. 7. All the brothers of the poor hate him; How much more do his friends go far from him! He may pursue them with words, yet they abandon him. 8. He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. 9. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies shall perish. 10. Luxury is not fitting for a fool, Much less for a servant to rule over princes. 11. The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger, And his glory is to overlook a transgression. 12. The king’s wrath is like the roaring of a lion, But his favor is like dew on the grass. 13. A foolish son is the ruin of his father, And the contentions of a wife are a continual dripping. 14. Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the LORD. 15. Laziness casts one into a deep sleep, And an idle person will suffer hunger. 16. He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But he who is careless of his ways will die. 17. He who has pity on the poor lends to the LORD, And He will pay back what he has given. 18. Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction. 19. A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. 20. Listen to counsel and receive instruction, That you may be wise in your latter days. 21. There are many plans in a man’s heart, Nevertheless the LORD’s counsel—that will stand. 22. What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar. 23. The fear of the LORD leads to life, And he who has it will abide in satisfaction; He will not be visited with evil. 24. A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. 25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge. 26. He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach. 27. Cease listening to instruction, my son, And you will stray from the words of knowledge. 28. A disreputable witness scorns justice, And the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity. 29. Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of fools.
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  • THE SUNDAY BLOG…… Sunday August 16, 2026

    HAVING THE RIGHT PRIORITIES WHEN WALKING WITH CHRIST

    Walking with Christ requires a deliberate reordering of our lives. In a world saturated with distractions, ambition, and endless demands, keeping our focus centered on God is the ultimate challenge of discipleship. True spiritual maturity is not merely about avoiding sin; it is about cultivating an undivided heart that places God above all else.
    The foundation of proper spiritual priority is explicitly commanded in Matthew 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Jesus addresses the universal human anxiety regarding sustenance, success, and security. By commanding us to seek His kingdom first, Christ establishes that God’s rule, His values, and His glory must govern every decision. Everything else—career, relationships, and material needs—must occupy a secondary, dependent place.
    To maintain this divine alignment, we must recognize the radical nature of following Jesus. In Luke 14:26, Christ uses striking language: "If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple." This hyperbole does not negate the commandment to honor our families; rather, it illustrates that our love for Christ must be so supreme that all other earthly attachments look like indifference by comparison. Walking with Him means He holds the absolute highest allegiance of our hearts.
    Furthermore, setting the right priorities demands that we consciously detach ourselves from the fleeting values of this age. The Apostle Paul underscores this eternal perspective in Colossians 3:2: "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." When our daily ambitions, time management, and emotional investments are anchored in eternity, temporal pressures lose their grip on us. We stop living for the applause of the world and begin living for the audience of One.
    Ultimately, having the right priorities when walking with Christ transforms our daily existence. It simplifies our choices, eradicates crippling anxiety, and infuses our ordinary routines with extraordinary, eternal purpose. When Jesus is truly our first love, everything else falls perfectly into its proper place.

    CLOSING PRAYER…..
    Lord, realign my heart today. Forgive me for the times I let worldly distractions and temporal pursuits take the place that belongs to You alone. Help me to seek Your kingdom first with unwavering devotion. May my love for Christ surpass every earthly attachment, anchoring my mind on things above. Grant me the grace to walk closely with You, trusting that as I put You first, You will faithfully provide for all my needs. Amen.

    NEXT SUNDAY’S BLOG… Confused Priorities Can Seriously Hinder Our Walk With Christ.

    Let’s all be Bible readers and not just Bible believers! Amen!!!

    THE SUNDAY BLOG…… Sunday August 16, 2026 HAVING THE RIGHT PRIORITIES WHEN WALKING WITH CHRIST Walking with Christ requires a deliberate reordering of our lives. In a world saturated with distractions, ambition, and endless demands, keeping our focus centered on God is the ultimate challenge of discipleship. True spiritual maturity is not merely about avoiding sin; it is about cultivating an undivided heart that places God above all else. The foundation of proper spiritual priority is explicitly commanded in Matthew 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Jesus addresses the universal human anxiety regarding sustenance, success, and security. By commanding us to seek His kingdom first, Christ establishes that God’s rule, His values, and His glory must govern every decision. Everything else—career, relationships, and material needs—must occupy a secondary, dependent place. To maintain this divine alignment, we must recognize the radical nature of following Jesus. In Luke 14:26, Christ uses striking language: "If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple." This hyperbole does not negate the commandment to honor our families; rather, it illustrates that our love for Christ must be so supreme that all other earthly attachments look like indifference by comparison. Walking with Him means He holds the absolute highest allegiance of our hearts. Furthermore, setting the right priorities demands that we consciously detach ourselves from the fleeting values of this age. The Apostle Paul underscores this eternal perspective in Colossians 3:2: "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." When our daily ambitions, time management, and emotional investments are anchored in eternity, temporal pressures lose their grip on us. We stop living for the applause of the world and begin living for the audience of One. Ultimately, having the right priorities when walking with Christ transforms our daily existence. It simplifies our choices, eradicates crippling anxiety, and infuses our ordinary routines with extraordinary, eternal purpose. When Jesus is truly our first love, everything else falls perfectly into its proper place. CLOSING PRAYER….. Lord, realign my heart today. Forgive me for the times I let worldly distractions and temporal pursuits take the place that belongs to You alone. Help me to seek Your kingdom first with unwavering devotion. May my love for Christ surpass every earthly attachment, anchoring my mind on things above. Grant me the grace to walk closely with You, trusting that as I put You first, You will faithfully provide for all my needs. Amen. NEXT SUNDAY’S BLOG… Confused Priorities Can Seriously Hinder Our Walk With Christ. Let’s all be Bible readers and not just Bible believers! Amen!!!👏
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  • Sunday 16 August 2026
    Portland Metro Church Assembly of God
    Church Services Notes: The is no excuse
    By Pastor Jon H.
    ( king James version)

    Romans 1:18-23 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.
    1. There is no excuse for not believing in God.
    Romans 1:18-20- See about for verses; Job 12:7-9 -But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell thee: Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach thee: and the fishes of the sea shall declare unto thee. Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this?
    Psalm 19:1- The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.

    2. The kind of God that creation reveals.
    Romans 8:19-22 See about for verses; Revelation 22:3- And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him:

    3. The downward spiral of rejecting God.

    4. The sin of idol worship.
    Romans 1:21 – 23 See about for verses; Exodus 20:3-6- Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.


    5. The spiritual Warfare of idol worship.

    6. The strange Culture we are called to serve.

    7. Stay grounded

    Sunday 16 August 2026 Portland Metro Church Assembly of God Church Services Notes: The is no excuse By Pastor Jon H. ( king James version) Romans 1:18-23 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things. 1. There is no excuse for not believing in God. Romans 1:18-20- See about for verses; Job 12:7-9 -But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell thee: Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach thee: and the fishes of the sea shall declare unto thee. Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this? Psalm 19:1- The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. 2. The kind of God that creation reveals. Romans 8:19-22 See about for verses; Revelation 22:3- And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him: 3. The downward spiral of rejecting God. 4. The sin of idol worship. Romans 1:21 – 23 See about for verses; Exodus 20:3-6- Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments. 5. The spiritual Warfare of idol worship. 6. The strange Culture we are called to serve. 7. Stay grounded
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  • DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 228
    DATE: 16TH AUGUST 2026
    TOPIC: PERSECUTION IS PART OF THE COST OF FOLLOWING CHRIST
    ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 10:22 (NKJV)
    “And you will be hated by all for My name’s sake. But he who endures to the end will be saved.”
    Devotional message:

    Jesus never deceived His disciples concerning the cost of following Him. He did not promise them a life without opposition, rejection, hatred, suffering, or persecution. Instead, He prepared them beforehand so that when these things came, they would not abandon their faith.

    If our Master was rejected and opposed, we should not be surprised when those who faithfully represent Him experience similar opposition. Following Christ does not mean that everyone will celebrate you, understand you, or agree with your convictions.

    There will be moments when standing for righteousness will cost you relationships. There will be moments when refusing to compromise will make you unpopular. There may even be seasons when people misunderstand, reject, mock, or oppose you simply because you have chosen to remain faithful to Christ.

    But persecution does not mean that God has abandoned you.

    The presence of opposition does not mean the absence of God. In fact, Scripture gives us numerous examples of God's people experiencing persecution while simultaneously experiencing His presence.

    God promised through Isaiah:Isaiah 43:2 (NKJV)
    “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you.”

    Notice that God did not say, “You will never pass through the waters.” He said, “I will be with you.” He did not say that His people would never encounter fire; He promised His presence in the fire.

    Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego experienced this reality. They refused to bow to the golden image even though they knew their decision could cost them their lives. They were thrown into the fiery furnace, but they were not alone. The king eventually saw a fourth man walking with them in the fire.The fire did not destroy them because God's presence was with them.

    Child of God, do not interpret persecution as a signal to abandon your testimony. If you are suffering because you have chosen righteousness, remain faithful. If people reject you because you refuse to compromise your convictions, continue standing. If your commitment to Christ costs you something, remember that Christ is worth more than whatever you may lose.

    Our calling is not merely to begin well but to endure to the end.Paul declared that he had fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7). That should also be our determination.

    The world may hate us because we belong to Christ, but we must never allow the hatred of men to make us lose our love for God. We must continue preaching Christ, living righteously, loving people, and faithfully representing the Kingdom.

    Persecution may test your faith, but it does not have to terminate your faith.

    The same God who was with the three Hebrew men in the furnace is with you today. The same Christ who strengthened the apostles to endure persecution is still able to strengthen His Church.


    PRAYER

    Heavenly Father,Thank You for the privilege of following Jesus Christ. Give me grace to remain faithful even when I encounter rejection, hatred, opposition, or persecution because of Your name.In Jesus' name, Amen.

    DAILY BIBLE READING
    Matt 10:16–33,Isai 43:1–3,Dan 3:13–30,John 15:18–21,2 Timothy 4:6–8


    Author : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi
    Contact :
    Email : DominionvoicesminisrtyAnderson Mwila.com
    Facebook : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi
    Dominion Daily Devotion, 2026
    © Dominion Voices Ministry
    🕊️ DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 228 DATE: 16TH AUGUST 2026 TOPIC: PERSECUTION IS PART OF THE COST OF FOLLOWING CHRIST ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 10:22 (NKJV) “And you will be hated by all for My name’s sake. But he who endures to the end will be saved.” Devotional message: Jesus never deceived His disciples concerning the cost of following Him. He did not promise them a life without opposition, rejection, hatred, suffering, or persecution. Instead, He prepared them beforehand so that when these things came, they would not abandon their faith. If our Master was rejected and opposed, we should not be surprised when those who faithfully represent Him experience similar opposition. Following Christ does not mean that everyone will celebrate you, understand you, or agree with your convictions. There will be moments when standing for righteousness will cost you relationships. There will be moments when refusing to compromise will make you unpopular. There may even be seasons when people misunderstand, reject, mock, or oppose you simply because you have chosen to remain faithful to Christ. But persecution does not mean that God has abandoned you. The presence of opposition does not mean the absence of God. In fact, Scripture gives us numerous examples of God's people experiencing persecution while simultaneously experiencing His presence. God promised through Isaiah:Isaiah 43:2 (NKJV) “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you.” Notice that God did not say, “You will never pass through the waters.” He said, “I will be with you.” He did not say that His people would never encounter fire; He promised His presence in the fire. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego experienced this reality. They refused to bow to the golden image even though they knew their decision could cost them their lives. They were thrown into the fiery furnace, but they were not alone. The king eventually saw a fourth man walking with them in the fire.The fire did not destroy them because God's presence was with them. Child of God, do not interpret persecution as a signal to abandon your testimony. If you are suffering because you have chosen righteousness, remain faithful. If people reject you because you refuse to compromise your convictions, continue standing. If your commitment to Christ costs you something, remember that Christ is worth more than whatever you may lose. Our calling is not merely to begin well but to endure to the end.Paul declared that he had fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7). That should also be our determination. The world may hate us because we belong to Christ, but we must never allow the hatred of men to make us lose our love for God. We must continue preaching Christ, living righteously, loving people, and faithfully representing the Kingdom. Persecution may test your faith, but it does not have to terminate your faith. The same God who was with the three Hebrew men in the furnace is with you today. The same Christ who strengthened the apostles to endure persecution is still able to strengthen His Church. PRAYER Heavenly Father,Thank You for the privilege of following Jesus Christ. Give me grace to remain faithful even when I encounter rejection, hatred, opposition, or persecution because of Your name.In Jesus' name, Amen. 🙏 DAILY BIBLE READING Matt 10:16–33,Isai 43:1–3,Dan 3:13–30,John 15:18–21,2 Timothy 4:6–8 Author : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi Contact : Email : Dominionvoicesminisrty[gmail].com Facebook : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi 🌐 Dominion Daily Devotion, 2026 © Dominion Voices Ministry
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  • No matter how complex life or your calling becomes. Never forget, this is the foundation.

    I tried to do that for all my characters. I made a list of things that the enemy could throw at a person of faith, and tried to imagine the impact emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, and on all those around them.... then wrote it.... then God gave me more and more. But underlying it all, is who they find they REALLY are, their callings and tasks, and the determination to accomplish them. And who they are, will surprise you. I know it did me. God forget to give me a heads up on where it was all going, when he called me to start writing the story. That comes out, and God's hand upon their lives and family lines becomes even MORE evident.... and infuriates their unseen enemy...

    Alert: book one e-book for free got messed up. I fixed it yesterday, and it looks like its back ready today. I badly need reviews, for Amazon to show the series to a broader audience. If you'll help, please comment below, and show Amazon Christian books are still popular by getting it today, and leaving a review ASAP. I've love for at least 1,000 people to download it today.

    Free books go with my money management tips too. How much better is it on your budget, to have hours of free entertainment?

    In the meantime, I'm going to work on building a different webpage where I can sell them there. Who's onboard to help? It's a great saga of the human spirit sold out to God, and how those who fell truly hate us. Will you join me today to make it happen? And ask all your friends too? If so, just put yes in the comment. Then go find your bible and a puppy. When God pours His love into you, it'll give you a place to pass it on. I know. Even as I type, Emma, my chihuahua, is begging to go out. Only love keeps up with her constant demands... lol...
    No matter how complex life or your calling becomes. Never forget, this is the foundation. I tried to do that for all my characters. I made a list of things that the enemy could throw at a person of faith, and tried to imagine the impact emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, and on all those around them.... then wrote it.... then God gave me more and more. But underlying it all, is who they find they REALLY are, their callings and tasks, and the determination to accomplish them. And who they are, will surprise you. I know it did me. God forget to give me a heads up on where it was all going, when he called me to start writing the story. That comes out, and God's hand upon their lives and family lines becomes even MORE evident.... and infuriates their unseen enemy... Alert: book one e-book for free got messed up. I fixed it yesterday, and it looks like its back ready today. I badly need reviews, for Amazon to show the series to a broader audience. If you'll help, please comment below, and show Amazon Christian books are still popular by getting it today, and leaving a review ASAP. I've love for at least 1,000 people to download it today. Free books go with my money management tips too. How much better is it on your budget, to have hours of free entertainment? In the meantime, I'm going to work on building a different webpage where I can sell them there. Who's onboard to help? It's a great saga of the human spirit sold out to God, and how those who fell truly hate us. Will you join me today to make it happen? And ask all your friends too? If so, just put yes in the comment. Then go find your bible and a puppy. When God pours His love into you, it'll give you a place to pass it on. I know. Even as I type, Emma, my chihuahua, is begging to go out. Only love keeps up with her constant demands... lol...
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  • But Absalom sent spies throughout all the tribes of Israel, saying, As soon as ye hear the sound of the trumpet, then ye shall say, Absalom reigneth in Hebron. 2 Samuel 15:10

    Absalom hired men as spies who he sent to all tribes of Israel to incite the people to hate and rebel against the king, his father David because he wanted to become the next king. Even David's major advisor Ahithophel, ministers and many of his army where bought over and began to conspire against David.
    There are people who take delight in inciting people against others. They speak what will make people to hate others.
    Absalom is a son that incites people against even his father. Absalom is a believer that speaks words that would make people to hate others in the church, and leave the church. Absalom is always buying people to himself by making himself look better than others while making them hate others.
    Absalom incites people to rebel against their leaders.
    Don't be an Absalom and don't allow an Absalom make you hate others, rebel against your leader, or hate those that you once loved.
    SHALOM

    YAHWEH IS ON YOUR SIDE TODAY

    PST EMAMUZO PETER
    But Absalom sent spies throughout all the tribes of Israel, saying, As soon as ye hear the sound of the trumpet, then ye shall say, Absalom reigneth in Hebron. 2 Samuel 15:10 Absalom hired men as spies who he sent to all tribes of Israel to incite the people to hate and rebel against the king, his father David because he wanted to become the next king. Even David's major advisor Ahithophel, ministers and many of his army where bought over and began to conspire against David. There are people who take delight in inciting people against others. They speak what will make people to hate others. Absalom is a son that incites people against even his father. Absalom is a believer that speaks words that would make people to hate others in the church, and leave the church. Absalom is always buying people to himself by making himself look better than others while making them hate others. Absalom incites people to rebel against their leaders. Don't be an Absalom and don't allow an Absalom make you hate others, rebel against your leader, or hate those that you once loved. SHALOM YAHWEH IS ON YOUR SIDE TODAY PST EMAMUZO PETER
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