Renew Bible Church Podcast

ONE ANOTHER | Love One Another (Pt 1)

Jesus gives us a New Commandment to 'Love One Another (John 13:34). Unlike the worlds definition of love, which is merely a feeling (noun), Jesus makes it an action (verb). We are commanded to love (not as the world loves)! We then get a definition of love...God is love (1 John 4:8) God further defines love as unconditional, is proof of our salvation, defined in Him, revealed in Jesus, divinely initiated and costly.  As our commandment it becomes intentional and active. As our calling, it is evidence of who were are (God's children),perfected in us (testimony of God in us), and is the fruit of the Spirit.  see 1 John 4:7-12

FIRE FLIES: Look Out (Pt 9)

In the conclusion of our Fire Fly series we will look at how we a infinitly valued by God, through the Sparrow Factor.

The passages will will be in are Matthew 10:29-31 and 2 Kings 6:1-7.

FIRE FLIES: Promise Factor (Pt 8)

The Promise Factor states that although we are prone to doubt God, His promises are guaranteed by Him and by Him alone.  What He promises, He will do!

In Genesis 15:1-18 we read how Abrams faith wavered. Abram had been waiting a long time for a son, for a home and for a blessing and he was doubting God's promises.   Although Abrams faith was weak, the Object of his faith (Almighty God) never wavered, never changed ...and the Lord credited it to him as righteousness.  In Matthew 17:20, we learn of The Seed Principle.  This shows us that it is not the size or intensity of our faith that is most important but the Object of our faith!  Our faith may be small (like a mustard seed), but because the object of our faith is Almighty God, all things are possible!  Romans 8:31-32 reinforces this  by saying 'What then shall we say to these things?  If God is for us, who can be against us?  He who did not spare his own Son (God's Oath or Promise for us) but gave him up for us all, how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?'  When we see the cross, we see God's Oath or Promise of just how much He loves us.

FIRE FLIES: Squal Factor(Pt 7)

A common misconception in Christian Life is that, if we are living according to God's Word, there will be no storms in life.  The truth is that all Christians will face storms as the disciples did (even though Jesus was in their boat)  Read: Mark 4:35-41  Sometimes Jesus calms the storm in our life, but more often, Jesus calms us, helping us through the storm.  Storms or challenges in life rock our faith which for some can lead to panic attacks. Whether we are experiencing a panic attack ourselves or are around someone who is going through an attack we can apply God's Word to the situation to bring calm to the storm.

Going to Proverbs 16:24, start with offering kind words to the person in the situation.

Whether you arte experiencing panic or are with someone in panic practice the 'Honeycomb Principle:

1. Just do now.  Matt 6:34 Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of it’s own.
2. Trust in Him (not in me). John 14:1 Do not let your hearts be troubled.
3. Trust in God, trust also in meI am not alone. Matt 28:20  And know that I am with you always; yes, to the end of time.
4. Do this through Me  2 Cor 12:9 My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
5. If the Lord wills. Matt 19:26 With man this is impossible, but with God, all things are possible.
6. He beat this storm. John 16:33 I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.

FIRE FLIES: Missed Out (Pt 6)

Join us for part six of our Fire Flie series as we disscuss the "Mist Factor" and how it applies to our life when out hopes and dreams crash around us.

The passage will we be in is James 4:13-17 and Proverbs 3:5-6.

FIRE FLIES: Maybe Factor (Pt 5)

Reading the story of Jonothan and Saul at Mich Mash where they are confronting the Phillistines, we learn about 'Maybe Faith'.  This states that, 'when God makes me wait, I can either allow the uncertainty of the situation to force myself to act in fear or offer myself in faith'. By offering ourselfves in faith, we are actively giving God the opportunity to open or close the door to the situation fully trusting Him to do what is best for us.  Maybe faith:

1. Is not crippled in fear
2. Knows the heart of God
3. Pounds on the door (of our heart)
4. Invites Divine Aid
5. Actively waits for answers
6. Embraces the hard path
7. Bolster's other's faith (when they see ours)
8. Casts out fear

Readings from 1 Samuel 13 and 14

HYMN SUNDAY: This is My Story, This is My Song

Join us this week as we sing hymns that can help us through our life experiences.

FIRE FLIES: Beyond Me Factor (Pt 4)

God sometimes allows us to reach a place of deep defeat where we can be Spiritually 'knocked out' or exhausted.  It is at these times when we are ready to admit our need for His strength.  These are the places or times in our life we are most ready to be transformed by the renewal of our mind by His Spirit. This is when we should acknowledge our need for change, ask the Holy Spirit for help, cleanse our thoughts with truth and dwell on what is excellent.

Scripture Readings: Isaiah 40:27-31 and Romans 12:2

FIRE FLIES: Burned Out (pt 3)

We've all heard of burnout, but would you know if you were experiencing it? What are the symptoms, what are the causes? Join us for a discussion of one of the most dangerous potential results of a busy life and many of the anxious thoughts that cause it.

Pastor Chris shares the one thing you must do to not allow anxious thoughts to fry you out, as we look to Jesus and his advice for those of us who are anxious about many things.

FIRE FLIES: The Lily Factor (Pt 2)

Join us for the second part of our summer series as we take a look at  how God will take care of all our needs even when we are stressed.