Wait upon the Lord in Hope

with Dr David J RogersFoundation Scripture:Psalm 25.3aHabakkuk 2.3Isaiah 40.31Romans 4.18Waiting on the Lord might not be “fun” nor pleasant, because we might have a wrong understanding of what it means to “wait upon the Lord”.Abraham is called the Father of Faith, because he learned how to “wait”. Genesis 12.1-4Now the LORD had said unto Abram, …

4th Wednesdays: Foundation – Faith

with Dr David J RogersFoundation Scripture:Mark 11.22 “Have faith in God.”Faith –From the Latin, fides, fidoTo persuade, believe, obeyBelief, assent, agreementTo have hope, confidence, trust, to be convincedPistis –Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance G3982assurance, belief, believe, faith, fidelity Hebrews 11.6 ESVWithout faith it is impossible to please him [God], for whoever would draw near to God must …

The Wilderness, Build Well

with Dr David J RogersFoundation Scripture:Romans 8.5For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.“It is character that makes a man or woman of God, not anointing.-John BevereCharacter is developed or built by facing …

Situation Control

with Ps Howard CrumptonFoundation Scripture:John 5.1-14At some point in time in our lives (past, present, or future), we face obstacles that will challenge us in numerous ways. It can challenge us financially, physically, emotionally, or spiritually; and sometimes this can take place all at once. These things may seem unbearable to handle; but we must …

The Purpose of the Wilderness

with Ps Howard CrumptonFoundation Scripture:Deuteronomy 8.2-6Purpose in the WildernessThe wilderness is a place where God places His people to reveal Himself to them. To gain strength in Him. To depend on Him. To invest time in them. So that they can know without a doubt that they can depend on Him.Deuteronomy 8:2-6The wilderness is a …

The Heavenly Prize

with Ps Howard CrumptonFoundation Scripture:Philippians 3.13-12Turning PointsPhilippians 3:13-12No dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it,but I focus on this onething: Forgetting the past and looking to what lies ahead, I press on toreach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God,through Christ Jesus, is calling us.Let go and …

Nurture Your Faith

with Janita KnoxFoundation Scripture:Joshua 1.8Psalm 119.105I. Study God’s Word/ Spend time with GodWhen we study the Bible and we open ourselves up to receive what God has to say, we- Nurture our faith; Nourish our Spirit; Are encouraged; See things from God’s perspective; Gain wisdom, knowledge, and understanding; Are reassured of God’s love/faithfulness; Are reminded …