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Notes 7-31-16
When Heaven Invades Life Pt.2
Ps 116:15
John 14:1-4
John14:27; Rev 21:4; Isa 41:10
vThe death of one that belongs to the Lord is precious in his sight.
v”Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.”
vPeace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
vHe will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
vSo do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand
The Lord said
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John 16:33
Romans 8:28
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
And we know that God makes all things work together for the good of those who love him and are called according to his purpose for them.
How many know ?
Life
Matt 16:33
In this life you will have challenges
1 Peter 4:12
Dear friends, don’t be surprised at the challenges you go through, as if something strange were happening to you
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Matt 6:34
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough challenges of its own
Today
We continue
When Heaven Invades Life
As we said we hear
He had a good life
Life was tough
She had a rough life
Life is staring us in the face
Get a life
Overwhelmed by life
The seasons of life
Ups and downs of life
Life is good
The challenges of life
He lived a full life
We said
LIFE is
The interval of time between one’s birth and the death
the course of actions and events of an individual that occur in living
the unfolding of favorable and unfavorable experiences that make up the existence of a person
Eccl 3:1-8
There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under heaven:
a time to be born and a time to die,
a time to plant and a time to uproot,
a time to weep and a time to laugh,
a time to mourn and a time to dance,
a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
a time to embrace and a time to refrain,
a time to search and a time to give up,
a time to keep and a time to throw away,
a time to tear and a time to mend,
a time to be silent and a time to speak,
a time to love and a time to not love,
a time for war and a time for peace.
About life
Matt 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough challenges of its own.
Luke 12:25 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life
James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life
Job 7:7 Remember, O God, that my life is but a breath;
Ps 71:20 Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up.
Ps 89:47 Remember how fleeting is my life
Matt 10:39 Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.
Direction from the Word
1 Thess 5:16-18 (NCV)
Be joyful no matter what; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances of life, for this is the way God wants those in Christ Jesus to deal with life.
to be well
to stay calm
to stay composed
to rest
We are told in life to
be well
stay calm
stay composed
rest
as we deal with the challenges of life.
How many know it’s not easy a times?
accidents
sickness
separations
financial reversals
daily life
LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
Examples
How many know you can be right in the center of the Will of God and not Have everything go the way we want?
Abraham losing Sarah
Israelites in the wilderness
In the boat with Jesus (storm)
Disciples losing Jesus
Our losing loved ones
The truth about
“life”
John 16:33
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world (life) you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Rom 8:28
And we know that God causes all circumstances to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose
Jesus on “life”
John 10:10
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy life (psuche)
but I have come that they may have life (zoe), and have it to the full.
Zoe means
fullness
victorious
abounding
dynamic
destiny
Examples of life (zoe)
in the midst of life
Esther approaching the King
David fighting Goliath (Israel’s army looks on)
Daniel in the lion’s den
Peter in jail
Jesus on the Cross-“Father forgive them”
1 Thess 5:16-18 (NCV)
Be joyful no matter what; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances of life, for
this is the way God wants those in Christ Jesus to deal with life.
2 Cor 5:6-8
Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. We live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.
1 Cor 2:9
But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.”
2 Peter 3:14
And so, dear friends, while you are waiting for these things to happen, make every effort to be found living peaceful lives that are pure and blameless in his sight.
Gal 6:9-10
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
Next
When Heaven Invades Life- the Purpose
To cause us to regain focus
busyness
priorities
importance of others
reevaluate things
Matt 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
1 John 4: 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
Gal 6:2 Carry each other’s burdens , and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To lead us to prayer
Phil 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
John 16: 24 I tell you the truth, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.
. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name
Matt 7:7-8 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To teach us to rest
Not to go on automatic
Emotionally and in actions
Become overwhelmed
Ps 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Phil 4:5-7
Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything,. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To teach us to trust
let go
Beyond our abilities
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Phil 4:4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, ..And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To cause us to press into God
deeper relationship (intimacy)
Our dependency on the Lord
Ps 46:1-2 God is my refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore I will not fear
Ps 91:2 I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Ps 28:7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped..
Ps 145:18-20 The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them. The LORD watches over all who love him,
James 4:8 Draw near to God and He will draw near
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To cause us to declare God’s Word into the situation
Line up circumstances with the Word
Speak life
Heb 4:12 For the word of God is living and active
2 Cor 9:8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.
Phil 4: 13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Isa 54:17 no weapon forged against you will prevail,
2 Tim 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.
Phil 4:19 And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To cause our Faith to grow
Look for God to answer
Miracle Zone
Heb 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see
Matt 19:26 With God all things are possible.”
Heb 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God
Matt 18:19 “Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven
2 Cor 2:14 But thanks be to God, who always gives me victory in Christ
When Heaven Invades Life-
the Purpose
To cause locations for the Lord to show us His
love and compassion
Heb 4:15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our testing
1 Cor 10:13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
Jer 31:3 “I have loved you with an everlasting love ; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.
1 John 3:16 This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us