Keeping it sweet Ps Andrew Harper 16 November 2014

Ps Andrew Harper- "Keeping it sweet"

- Relationships are so much stronger with God included in them

- The world wants desires in their hearts to be fulfilled. Only God can do this!

2 Timothy 3:12- We need to be prepared.

Mark 10:29- Receive 1000 fold.

- There's going to be persecutions, and trials in our lives. So in these times, lean into God to overcome.

John15:15- The true line.

- Providence= God directing all things to a fruitful outcome/ purpose.

- Wherever we are in our lives, God is with us.

- GOD CAN DO ANYTHING!

- The greatest part within you, is your spirit.

1.- Don't lose your faith, God promises he'll bring you through your circumstances.

 God will prune your  life, because he loves you.

2.- Don't isolate yourself, seek counsel.

Proverbs12:15- Counsel is the knowledge of God, and many ideas leading to one conclusion. What's best for you.

3- Persecution is usually from just one person, or thing.

- We have to be willing to sacrifice for true love.

John 15:12 - As I have loved you.

2 Corinthians5:14-15

Romans 13:4 - Love one another. Love does no harm.

Ephesians4:25 - Be honest with each other. Keep your heart sweet. (see through the love of God). Don't let your heart be overwhelmed.

Ephesians 4:32 - Be kind to one another, (forgiveness). Grant relief.

- You can't dictate other reactions, but  we can our own.

Matthew 6:14 - If you forgive, so also will God forgive you.