Jesus will clarify who His mother, brothers, and sisters are. And we will find they are not just His blood relatives! All who put their faith in Jesus and have His Word, and are obedient to the Word, are part of God’s family!

Beloved, we live in a world where spiritual darkness seeks to infiltrate every corner of our lives and has infiltrated many churches. In our text today, Jesus describes a scenario of a man who was delivered from an unclean spirit.

Yet, rather than filling the void left by its departure with the presence of God, the house is left empty, inviting the unclean spirit to return with seven others, leaving the man in a worse state than before.

That spiritual void in every human being must be filled with something – either the Holy Spirit, a demonic spirit, or some idol a person pursues more than God. The enemy prowls like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Yet, we are not without hope.

For the same power that delivered the man in this passage is available to us today through the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit.

We will explore a topic of profound significance—one that beckons us to reflect deeply on the nature of the Trinity – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The focus of our text centers on a biblical concept that has intrigued and, at times, troubled the hearts of believers throughout the ages; The unpardonable sin. What does the Bible say it is?

This sermon is about understanding and applying the profound teachings of Jesus Christ as he instructs his disciples on how to pray. The Lord’s Prayer, found in Matthew 6:9-13, serves as a foundational guide for believers in approaching God in prayer.

The sermon emphasizes the significance of addressing God as our Father, highlighting the intimate and personal relationship believers have with Him. It explores the acknowledgment of God’s holiness and the surrender of our will to His divine purpose.

The sermon also delves into the importance of seeking God’s provision for our daily needs and the forgiveness of our sins, while emphasizing the necessity of extending forgiveness to others. Additionally, the sermon underscores the spiritual battle and the need for God’s guidance and protection. It encourages believers to approach prayer with a heart of gratitude, recognizing God’s sovereignty and expressing dependence on Him in all aspects of life.

Ultimately, the sermon aims to inspire a deeper understanding of the Lord’s Prayer and motivate believers to cultivate a rich and transformative prayer life, aligning their hearts with the teachings of Jesus for a more profound relationship with God.

Jesus will teach using a real life situation! We have all heard this narrative many times. Mary and Martha! Two women doing radically different things when Jesus comes to their home. And a profound lesson for all of us! Martha set her mind on earthly things, “worried and bothered about so many things.” Mary, on the other hand, set her mind on Jesus and chooses to sit at Jesus’ feet. Jesus commends her for choosing the “good part” that will not be taken away from her

In our text today, we encounter a seeker of eternal life, a lawyer, who poses a significant question to Jesus, asking, ‘Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?’ It is a question that resonates with each of us, for we all seek the assurance of our salvation. But in response, our Lord doesn’t simply offer a direct answer. Instead, He imparts this profound truth through a story—a parable—a story of a wounded traveler, two indifferent religious leaders, and a compassionate Good Samaritan. As we delve into the depths of this narrative, we will uncover what this often misunderstood parable really means – and who we need to give assistance to.

What to do when you encounter a homeless person or beggar

A follow up to today’s sermon – being a good Samaritan. If you come across a beggar or homeless person, before you help them, ask them if they have any family or a Church home. Get their phone numbers and call the family to come help them!!! Get the Church number and call their Church to come help them!!! Ask who their last employer was and the name of the supervisor and tell them you are going to call to verify – if they won’t give you this information they most likely are not legit! Ask for a friends name and phone number if they say they have no family or no work. If they don’t have any friends, or family, or work places or church – they are most likely choosing this lifestyle. If someone is in distress and truly wants help, they will give you phone numbers or at least names so you can look up and call and vet them. If they refuse, do not give them anything (unless God puts it on your heart to do so). If you feel God leading you to help a homeless person, here are some resources. Homeless Prevention coordinates the County’s Continuum of Care System for the homeless which focuses on homeless prevention, outreach and assessment, emergency shelter, transitional housing, supportive services, and permanent supportive housing. Call 211! They have all the resources! SHELTERS List of Shelters Available By Dialing 2-1-1 2-1-1 Orange County offers a comprehensive information and referral system linking Orange County residents to community health and human services and support. Callers seeking assistance can dial 2-1-1 (toll-free) 24 hours-a-day and be connected to trained, multilingual information and referral specialists. Simply put, 2-1-1 is to health and human services what 9-1-1 is to emergency services. 2-1-1 Orange County also serves as a crucial public information system during local emergencies such as earthquake, fire or other disaster. 2-1-1 Orange County refers callers to organizations qualified to address an incredible array of health and human services, including: Food Shelter Transportation Prenatal care Substance abuse Government assistance programs Workforce development Health insurance access programs Prevention and safety services Child development care Elder care Medical, dental and vision care For more information about 2-1-1 Orange County. Much love and prayers, Pastor Brett,

Daisy vs Tulip. The great debate. And in a world filled with uncertainty and turmoil, it is essential to turn to the unchanging and unwavering Word of God to find hope, purpose, and direction.

Today, we gather here to explore a profound truth that is woven throughout the pages of Scripture, a truth that speaks directly to the nature of our loving and merciful God – the truth that God desires all men and women to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth!

Luke 10:20, Jesus reminds us, “Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are recorded in heaven.”

This underscores the supremacy of our salvation in Christ over any other achievement or blessing. We find our greatest joy in the fact that our names are recorded in heaven, written in the book of life for all eternity.

This joy should overflow in our lives and be a testimony to the world of the hope and assurance we have in Him.