Using Your Authoirty

 "Using Your Authority"

Scripture- Mark 11:23

God warns that satan is hunting us- his prey. But through God, we have authority over this enemy and can resist his schemes and lies.

The Bible tells you only a little bit of faith is needed- as small as a mustard seed.

Don't you know who you are? Who you belong to? Who blesses you with His power to do great works?!

In order to use your authority, remember 3 things-

• Seek God's Kingdom
• Focus on God's presence
• Remember God gave you this authority

Keep your head up! Stomp on the devil's head! Use the authority God gave you!

Be blessed!!! (Preacher- Rev. Dr. James A. Jackson, Jr, Pastor, FBC, Belmar, NJ)

"Faithful or Fake"

Scripture- Mark 7:6-9, 13

The definition of the word tradition is- “a custom/opinion, or belief handed down to posterity”. Another definition is “principles based on experience and or practice”.

Sometimes we can become too traditional in our prayer life and worship. Doing it more out of routine, than for actual service to God. FAITH OUTWEIGHS any TRADITION--FAITH OUTRANKS any routine.

What is your motive ——what is your agenda— when you say you are doing something for God?

Traditions focuses on actions and routines. Faith focuses on Jesus and the promise of salvation! Tradition follows the crowd. Faith follows Jesus.

Jesus was not against all traditions- but against those practices that people do which take the place of God in their heart and life. God doesn’t want religious practices- He desires us to become living sacrifices and live rightly--everyday!

Are you fake or are you faithful?

(Minister Adrianne Robinson, Associate Minister, FBC, Belmar, NJ)

"Never Alone"

Scripture- Joshua 1:1-6

God tells us in His Word to "be strong and courageous". This is because He promises to be with us every step of the way. Know that God will be with you whatever you go thru!

Sometimes it may feel like no one is for you, but God is right there. He is beside you, listening to you and He hears you.

Don't let circumstances, situations and challenges overwhelm you.

God is with you--- You are never alone!!

(Preacher- Pastor James A. Jackson, Jr, Pastor FBC, Belmar, NJ)