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A Time Away… But Not Apart! Now We Are Back … So Let’s Make A New Start!. “Making Critical Connections”. It is clear that there are vital links in the Word of God that must be examined & embraced. Literally, you can not have one without the other.
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A Time Away… But Not Apart! Now We Are Back … So Let’s Make A New Start!
“Making Critical Connections” • It is clear that there are vital links in the Word of God that must be examined & embraced. Literally, you can not have one without the other. • This reality is a powerful example of our specific focus, “Learning What Matters Most & Living It To The Max!” • This is our mandate, our mission and our call!
“Making Critical Connections” • Purpose fuels passion • Perspective fashions priorities • Preparation determines participation • Progress demands position
Progress Demands Position What Do We Need To Know?
Progress Demands Position • Spiritual progress has been pre-determined • Spiritual progress has purpose • Spiritual progress has a pathway
Progress Demands Position Paul’s Model In Ephesians
Progress Demands Position • Sit – Believe/Dependency/Awareness (2:4-9) • Walk – Behave/Decision/Action (4:1-3) • Stand – Battle/Determination/Advance (6:10-14)
Progress Demands Position Progress Positional Realities
Progress Demands Position • Watch The Way You Talk • Do Not Break God’s Heart • Be Gentle With Each Other • REMEMBER … the things that we examine closely we must embrace confidently