At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said, ‘I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do.
Observation:
Jesus was "full of joy", in other versions filled with joy "rejoice in the Spirit' (agalliao=extreme/exuberant joy, leaping with joy) it is recorded only ONCE in the 4 Gospels – extreme joy over people knowing the Father. There’s no greater joy than knowing we’re saved, that our name is written in the Book of Life – more than miracles, signs, and wonders. Our soul is what matters most, where it will go after life.
This is what sets us apart from other beliefs?-Assurance of Salvation in Christ alone, through Him alone.
So ask again: When you die, are you sure you’ll go to heaven with God? If you are still unsure after all of these, what’s the point of striving? What’s the point of serving? We can’t pay for salvation! We serve because we’re saved not to earn it.
Our ultimate joy is that our name is written in heaven. It means we’re one with the Lord and dwell in His heart’s delight. For us to experience this we come to Him like a child – humble for God hides His truth from the proud, reveals it to the humble.
Not just “have” Christ, but KNOW HIM(from the word GINOSKO = intimate/relational knowing, like “Adam knew Eve”). Jesus was joyful over people knowing the Father. Like Mary, sit at His feet to know Him.
And if we ever thought your mess is too much, or we've gone so far'' leave all your doubts, busyness and unbelief- be at His feet, be one with Him... Don't run away, don't ignore Him
What breaks His heart, you staying away.
What makes Him rejoice, you coming home
APPLICATION:
Part of Knowing is Obeying Him. Obedience (hupakoe= to hear and respond). So HEAR, RESPOND AND SHARE. Now He reveals His greatest joy-Saving our souls. Nothing saddens Him more than us being lost. Let’s bring joy to His heart by gathering His children. Let’s spread the Gospel!
What breaks His heart also moves His Hands. Because His heart broke at the cross, He could heal ours..
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for revealing Your heart — what breaks Your heart and what fills Your heart with joy. Forgive us for breaking Your heart through our disobedience and for ignoring You. May we live this life bringing You joy and a smile on Your face. Because there is nothing more worth it than seeing You happy, Father. And we pray, Lord, that we may share this Love and Joy of Salvation with people. In Jesus' Name. Amen
Observation:
Jesus was "full of joy", in other versions filled with joy "rejoice in the Spirit' (agalliao=extreme/exuberant joy, leaping with joy) it is recorded only ONCE in the 4 Gospels – extreme joy over people knowing the Father. There’s no greater joy than knowing we’re saved, that our name is written in the Book of Life – more than miracles, signs, and wonders. Our soul is what matters most, where it will go after life.
This is what sets us apart from other beliefs?-Assurance of Salvation in Christ alone, through Him alone.
So ask again: When you die, are you sure you’ll go to heaven with God? If you are still unsure after all of these, what’s the point of striving? What’s the point of serving? We can’t pay for salvation! We serve because we’re saved not to earn it.
Our ultimate joy is that our name is written in heaven. It means we’re one with the Lord and dwell in His heart’s delight. For us to experience this we come to Him like a child – humble for God hides His truth from the proud, reveals it to the humble.
Not just “have” Christ, but KNOW HIM(from the word GINOSKO = intimate/relational knowing, like “Adam knew Eve”). Jesus was joyful over people knowing the Father. Like Mary, sit at His feet to know Him.
And if we ever thought your mess is too much, or we've gone so far'' leave all your doubts, busyness and unbelief- be at His feet, be one with Him... Don't run away, don't ignore Him
What breaks His heart, you staying away.
What makes Him rejoice, you coming home
APPLICATION:Part of Knowing is Obeying Him. Obedience (hupakoe= to hear and respond). So HEAR, RESPOND AND SHARE. Now He reveals His greatest joy-Saving our souls. Nothing saddens Him more than us being lost. Let’s bring joy to His heart by gathering His children. Let’s spread the Gospel!
What breaks His heart also moves His Hands. Because His heart broke at the cross, He could heal ours..
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for revealing Your heart — what breaks Your heart and what fills Your heart with joy. Forgive us for breaking Your heart through our disobedience and for ignoring You. May we live this life bringing You joy and a smile on Your face. Because there is nothing more worth it than seeing You happy, Father. And we pray, Lord, that we may share this Love and Joy of Salvation with people. In Jesus' Name. Amen
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PASTORA CZAR - JCRC SORSOGON
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