• God-dependent living is introduced as a new sermon series based on Genesis 12.
• Abraham's obedience is highlighted as a model for faith and trust in divine direction.
• The message emphasizes divine direction, protection, and correction as keys to a God-dependent life.
• Personal testimonies and practical examples illustrate the importance of relying on God over worldly systems.
• The teaching responds to contemporary challenges (e.g., economic instability, government shutdowns) by urging faith-based resilience.

• Expressed gratitude for gathering to study God's word.
• Acknowledged Jesus as Redeemer, high priest, and coming King.
• Recognized the Holy Spirit as teacher and guide into all truth.
• Requested anointing for hearing, believing, and speaking accurately.
• Committed to giving all honor, glory, and praise to God.

• Genesis 12:1-3 introduces God's call to Abram to leave his country and family.
• God promises to make Abram a great nation, bless him, and make his name great.
• All families of the earth will be blessed through Abram.
• Series titled 'God Dependent Living' begins with this passage.

• Genesis 11:27–32 details Abram's family background and losses (brother and father died).
• God commands Abram to leave his country and family, emphasizing dependence on God over family or resources.
• Abram's obedience is highlighted as crucial despite family needs and personal loss.
• Recent 43-day government shutdown illustrated the risks of depending on worldly resources; many suffered loss of income, homes, and food.
• Teaching shifts from self-sufficiency to God-dependency, stressing reliance on God for provision and transformation.

• God must be the priority; immediate obedience required.
• God provides the plan; details unfold after action begins.
• Divine direction comes through God's voice (visions, people, dreams).
• Faith and proactive response are essential for a God-dependent life.
• Testimonies and examples illustrate dependence on God for provision and guidance.

• Confession and repentance emphasized (1 John 1:9).
• God provides divine direction, protection, and correction (Genesis 12:1-3).
• Abram obeyed God's call to leave his country, resulting in blessing and prosperity (Genesis 13:1-2).
• Divine direction requires separation from familiar people and places.
• God promises to bless those who bless Abram and curse those who curse him, ensuring victory and protection.

• Dependence on God is essential for Christian living, not on self, family, or material things.
• Hearing, heeding, and hope are the three core components of a God-dependent life.
• Distractions and 'uninvited baggage' (like Lot) can delay or derail spiritual progress.
• Obedience to God's direction is the proof of having truly heard from God.
• Faith is built by hearing God, acting on His word, and maintaining hope despite challenges.

• Expressed gratitude for gathering to study God's word.
• Acknowledged Jesus as Redeemer, high priest, and coming king.
• Recognized the Holy Spirit as teacher and guide into all truth.
• Prayed for anointing to speak, hear, and receive revelation knowledge.
• Introduced continuation of sermon series on Genesis 12:1-4.

• God commands Abram to leave his country and promises to make him a great nation (Genesis 12:1-4).
• Abram departs at age 75 with Lot, demonstrating obedience and dependence on God.
• God-dependent living requires understanding God and how to depend on Him.
• Building a relationship with God is achieved through learning and applying His word.
• Proper approach and invitation are essential components of depending on God for livelihood.

• Genesis 12:1-3 emphasizes living a God-dependent life, not just a church-filled or Holy Ghost-filled life.
• First essential component: hearing from God; faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17).
• Second component: heeding—acting on what God says, as Abraham did in Genesis 12:4.
• Distractions (social media, environment) hinder hearing and heeding God; recommends minimizing distractions to focus on God.
• Warning against taking 'uninvited baggage' (e.g., Lot) when following God's direction; only take what God instructs.

• Heeding God's instructions requires action, not just listening.
• Abraham's delay in receiving Isaac (25 years) linked to distractions, especially bringing Lot.
• Bringing Lot caused strife, distractions, and setbacks (Genesis 13-14, 19).
• Lot's presence repeatedly forced Abraham off his assignment and into rescue missions.
• God's promises are individual; carrying uninvited people can hinder fulfillment.

• God-dependent living requires: hearing God's voice, heeding (obeying) what is heard, and maintaining hope.
• Faith is defined as the substance of things hoped for; hope is essential for faith to have substance.
• Documenting God's instructions and their outcomes builds unshakeable faith.
• God reinforces obedience by revisiting and encouraging those who depend on Him (Genesis 12:7).
• Distractions often follow divine direction; focus and obedience are necessary to overcome trials.

Overview

• Focus on God-dependent living using Matthew 15:32-39 as the core text.
• Emphasis on the miracle of feeding 4,000+ with limited resources.
• Key message: Vision of compassion leads to abundance and action.
• Encouragement to dream, act in faith, and trust God’s provision.
• Practical application: Move from vision to action, avoid self-doubt, and expect God’s intervention.

• Continued series on God-dependent living, part three.
• Focus on Matthew 15:32 as primary scripture.

• Jesus expressed compassion for the crowd after three days without food.
• Disciples reported having seven loaves and a few small fish.
• Jesus gave thanks, broke the bread and fish, and distributed to the crowd.
• All ate and were filled; seven baskets of leftovers remained.
• About 4,000 men, plus women and children, were fed.

• Matthew 15: Feeding of 4,000 men, not including women and children.
• Jesus held audience for three days; crowd had nothing to eat.
• Jesus expressed compassion, refused to send crowd away hungry.
• Emphasizes God-dependent living and provision in wilderness.

• Vision of compassion is essential for a God-dependent life (verse 32).
• Wealth and resources are intended to fulfill God's promises, not personal luxury (Deuteronomy reference).
• Vision must be followed by action; faith requires movement and declaration.
• Voice of command follows vision; God instructs on what to do with available resources (verses 34-35).
• Miraculous provision occurs when acting in faith—more remains than what was started with (seven baskets left over).

• Ephesians 1:3 states believers are already blessed with all spiritual blessings in Christ.
• Emphasizes importance of vision, prayer, and aligning thoughts with God's will (Ephesians 5:17).
• Biblical examples (Jesus feeding the multitude, 1 Kings 4 oil miracle) illustrate faith and the power of spoken command.
• Dependence on God for provision is contrasted with modern self-sufficiency.
• Personal testimony: obedience and generosity linked to expectation of God's miraculous provision.

• Focus on God-dependent living using the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 17.
• Prophecy of drought and its impact on the land and people.
• Emphasis on hearing and obeying God's voice during crisis.
• Parallels drawn between biblical famine and modern hardships (e.g., government shutdowns).
• Obedience and faith lead to miraculous provision and hope.

• 1 Kings 17:1-7 read from King James Version.
• Elijah prophesied drought to Ahab: no dew or rain for years except by his word.
• God instructed Elijah to hide by the brook Cherith, east of Jordan.
• Ravens provided Elijah with bread and meat morning and evening; he drank from the brook.
• Brook eventually dried up due to lack of rain.

• Elijah prophesied no rain or dew in 1 Kings 17:1, affecting all, including himself.
• God provided Elijah a survival plan: stay by the brook Cherith, be fed by ravens (1 Kings 17:2-4).
• Prophecy originated from God, not Elijah's own words.
• God's guidance sustains believers during widespread crises, regardless of external circumstances.

• Prophecy in 1 Kings 17: drought, no rain, no crops, food or water scarcity.
• Elijah followed God's command: stayed by the brook, fed by ravens daily.
• Brook dried up due to lack of rain; forced Elijah to move per God's plan.
• Dependence on God requires listening for His guidance, not relying on sight.
• Faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17); God provides new directions when old sources end.

• Elijah traveled 80 miles by foot without food or water during a drought to reach Zarephath.
• God instructed Elijah to seek sustenance from a widow, who had only enough food for herself and her son.
• Elijah asked the widow to give him food first, demonstrating faith and obedience to God's command.
• God miraculously multiplied the widow's food supply, sustaining Elijah, the widow, and her son for over a year (some sources say up to three years).
• Key principles: hear God's voice, heed His instructions, and act in faith to receive provision.

• Emphasized dependence on God alone for victory and provision.
• Referenced Elijah's story as a source of hope and encouragement.
• Highlighted God's role as provider and blesser during times of need.
• Led a confession of faith for accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Invited new believers to join a Bible-believing community.

• Focus on Genesis 15:1-7 and the theme of God-dependent living.
• Emphasis on faith, reminders, and imagination in fulfilling God's promises.
• Abram's struggle with doubt and timing despite God's clear promises.
• Illustrations and personal testimonies highlight the importance of internalizing God's word.
• Key message: Obedience and faith lead to inheritance and fulfillment of God's plan.

• Genesis 15:1-7 read and discussed.
• Focus placed on all seven verses.
• Theme introduced: God-dependence.

• God promised Abram protection and a great reward.
• Abram expressed concern about being childless and having no heir.
• God assured Abram his heir would be his own offspring, not a servant.
• God promised Abram descendants as numerous as the stars.
• Abram's faith was counted as righteousness.

• Emphasized dependence on God and aligning with God's timing.
• Referenced Abram's mandate in Genesis 12 to leave Ur and promise to be father of many nations.
• Highlighted Abraham and Sarah's old age and barrenness as obstacles to God's promise.
• Noted name changes: Abram to Abraham (father of many), Sarai to Sarah (mother of many).
• Introduced three points on depending on God when outcomes seem impossible.

• Genesis 15:1—God appears to Abram in a vision, reassures him as his shield and great reward.
• Abram expresses concern over being childless; Eliezer of Damascus, his chief servant, is his current heir.
• God rebukes Abram, clarifies Eliezer will not be his heir, reaffirms promise of descendants.
• God's message serves as a reminder to Abram to trust and act on divine promises.

• God sends reminders and reinforcements to Abraham regarding his promise.
• Abraham experiences relapse, doubts God's promise, considers Eliezer as heir.
• God clarifies the heir will come from Abraham and Sarah, not Eliezer.
• God uses illustration (stars in the sky) to reinforce the promise and inspire faith.
• Abraham believes God, and it is counted to him as righteousness (Genesis 15:6).

• Church growth continued until COVID-19 impacted operations.
• Website development initiated; Dr. Bodie appointed as webmaster.
• Emphasis on imagination and internalization as precursors to belief and achievement.
• Biblical reference: God promised Abraham inheritance of four countries and ten peoples (Genesis 15:18-21).
• Testimony: Prayer led to a court date being secured before December 20th, enabling further progress.

• Focus on God-dependent living and the dangers of misinformation.
• Genesis 16:1-6 used as a case study for faith, decision-making, and consequences.
• Three key pitfalls: misinformation, being misled, and misunderstanding.
• Emphasis on avoiding negative influences and trusting God's guidance.
• Personal anecdotes and practical advice for maintaining faith despite challenges.

• Series: God Dependent Living, week 6.
• Focus: Genesis 16:1-6, King James Version.
• Sarai, unable to bear children, gave Hagar to Abram after 10 years in Canaan.
• Hagar conceived; conflict arose between Sarai and Hagar.
• Sarai mistreated Hagar, leading Hagar to flee.

• Abram and Sariah left their home, demonstrating dependence on God.
• God reiterated His promise to Abram, providing reassurance and vision.
• Certain people and personalities can hinder faith and dependence on God.
• Misinformation must be avoided, regardless of the source, to maintain trust in God.
• Discouraging voices and societal limitations should be rejected to uphold belief in God's promises.

• Misinformation defined as inaccurate information without deceptive intent.
• Misinformation can lead to poor decisions and unintended consequences.
• Distinction made between misinformation (unintentional) and deception (intentional).
• Emphasized importance of receiving accurate information, especially from trusted sources.
• Advised to avoid misinformed individuals and seek information from reliable, spiritual sources.

• Misinformation leads to poor decisions and spiritual stagnation.
• Humility and maturity are necessary for effective teaching and spiritual growth.
• Genesis narrative: Sarai's plan led to misunderstanding and conflict between Sarai and Hagar.
• Misinformation causes misunderstandings and negative consequences (e.g., car repossession, jealousy).
• Faith requires acknowledging mistakes and seeking forgiveness.

• Abram gave Sarai authority over Hagar, leading to mistreatment due to misunderstanding and misinformation.
• Misunderstandings often result from misinformation, not malice.
• Personal visions and plans should be shared only with trusted individuals to avoid external negativity or ignorance.
• Testimonies and prayer are emphasized as means to witness faith and God's intervention.
• Faith and trust in God are encouraged, with examples of answered prayers and positive outcomes.

• Sermon: part 7 of the series God Dependent Living, anchored in Genesis 17.
• Key example: Abraham’s transformation — was 99 years old when God reaffirmed the covenant; 10 months until Isaac’s birth; 24 years of waiting referenced.
• Core message: be open to change — God may change your name, nature, nation (sphere of influence) and call you into a new culture.
• Practical emphasis: cultivate worship, integrity, and a wealth mindset focused on investments for the kingdom (use resources to build covenant, training, housing, skills).
• Call to action: start now — adopt new posture (worship), new identity (call yourself what God calls you), and new stewardship (invest for sustainable impact).

• Welcomed congregation; wished a Merry Christmas and anticipated a prosperous 2026.
• Announced sermon series God Dependent Living, part 7; read from Genesis 17 (KJV).
• Read Genesis 17:1–8; God appeared to Abram at age 99 and identified Himself as 'the Almighty'.
• God commanded Abram to 'walk before me and be thou perfect' and promised to multiply him exceedingly.
• God renamed Abram Abraham, promised he would be father of many nations and produce nations and kings from his seed, and established an everlasting covenant including the land of Canaan as possession.

• God-dependent living means depending solely on God for guidance, provisions, and decisions.
• God spoke to Abraham and Sarah at age 75 promising a son; Abraham remained waiting 24 years and was 99 when God revisited him.
• Promise specified that through the son (Isaac) all families of the earth would be blessed and the covenant lineage would begin.
• God renamed Abram to Abraham before fulfillment to signify a new assignment as father of many nations; an angel prophesied Isaac's birth 10 months later.
• Application: remain open to change, admit mistakes, persist despite long delays or past failures, and do not abandon small beginnings.

• God changed Abram's name to Abraham to signify becoming father of many nations.
• God promised to make Abraham exceedingly fruitful; nations and kings would come from him.
• God established an everlasting covenant with Abraham and his seed; covenant was reaffirmed when he was 99, after 24 years, and change occurred within 10 months.
• Abraham's obedience produced a lineage culminating in Jesus after 42 generations; individual decisions produce multigenerational impact.
• Will matters more than skill; will enables learning skill, and aligning with God's word attracts the people and influence needed for the assignment.

• God established a covenant with Abram, requiring integrity and promising earthly influence; God changed his name, nation, and nature.
• Culture must change: worship posture preceded receiving God's word (Abram fell on his face, then heard a word).
• God promised Abraham to be exceedingly fruitful—nations and kings would descend; wealth was given to secure covenant influence and lineage (Isaac/Emmanuel).
• Wealth mindsets contrasted: poor think about money, rich think about possessions, wealthy think about investments; instructed to invest wealth in kingdom work (housing, training, covenant-building).
• Practical call to action: begin today with worship and repentance; adopt a kingdom culture and investment mindset to enter the new covenant era.

• Sermon focused on Genesis 17:15–20; central theme: living God-dependent: receive and walk in purpose now.
• Key mapping: verse 15 = purpose, verse 16 = promise, verse 19 = plan — follow all three to activate God’s covenant.
• Warning: waiting for God wrongly leads to worrying then wondering; this pattern derails promises (illustrated by Abraham/Ishmael vs Isaac).
• Practical emphasis on bringing the right vessels/containers (people prepared to carry legacy) and reestablishing covenants to keep generational vision alive.
• Proclamation: 2026 framed as a year to step into purpose, see promises, and watch God’s plan unfold.

• God renames Sarai to Sarah to align identity with purpose: mother of many, multitudes, continual generation (verse 15).
• Renaming was spoken to Abram, indicating leadership responsibility for implementing the purpose.
• Purpose answers the question why and requires present actions (declare role, take concrete steps).
• God’s promise was certain: “I will bless her” — a son, nations, and kings through her lineage (verse 16).
• Faith is present-tense; begin now rather than wait — delay of ~25 years illustrated as avoidable.

• God presented three stages: v15 purpose, v16 promise, v19 plan.
• God required bringing the correct vessel (Isaac) to establish an everlasting covenant and transmit legacy to his seed.
• Abraham interrupted God and substituted Ishmael, producing a problem and a 13‑year delay that caused worry and hindered promise fulfillment.
• God is waiting on people to align with purpose; following the plan reestablishes covenant and permits resources to arise (illustrated by feeding after sitting people down).
• Started small groups this year to multiply teaching and preserve the vision; speaker rejected hierarchical 'get‑rich' church models and cited wealth concentration where the top 1% of billionaires hold more wealth than about 90% of the world.

• Satan intervenes between purpose and plan after God gives purpose and promise (verse 17).
• Abraham interrupted God and promoted Ishmael; family relied on Ishmael for 13 years instead of the promised Isaac.
• Waiting converts into worrying, then into wondering, then into wickedness; misaligned waiting causes progressive problems.
• God’s promises and callings were ordained before birth (Jeremiah); success requires aligning with purpose (v.15), promise (v.16), and plan (v.19).
• Human doubt, jealousy, and external counsel (Sarah/Hagar) derailed the plan; God had a long-term corrective plan (Jacob, Joseph, Jesus).

• Referenced 2 Kings 4: widow brought vessels to the prophet when she had nothing.
• God requires a vessel to send someone to save the world; vessels carry purpose and preserve legacy.
• In verse 19 God calls the woman 'mother of nations' and promises a son named Isaac to establish an everlasting covenant.
• Bringing vessels to the prophet reestablishes God's covenant and prevents the vision from dying when a leader leaves.
• Church must multiply vessels (started sale groups this year) and reject one‑leader prosperity models that equate giving with buying prosperity..

• Genesis 17:20–27 read as the scriptural basis; this message is Part 9 of the series God Dependent Living.
• Main biblical focus: contrast between Ishmael (provision, present relief) and Isaac (covenant child, promised legacy).
• Key theological points: God repeatedly engages with Abraham; God’s promises require patience, yielding, and often painful new beginnings (circumcision).
• Practical application: do not panic when resources look insufficient; yield control so God can act; expect hard work and perseverance as part of God‑dependent life.
• Strong encouragement to recognize and receive God’s provision (hearing, favor, multiplication) and to steward promises toward others (produce leaders, nations).

• God promised Ishmael would beget twelve princes and become a great nation.
• God established covenant with Isaac, to be born the next year.
• Abraham was 99 years old when he circumcised himself and all male members of his household, including those born in his house and purchased servants.
• Ishmael was 13 years old when he was circumcised on the same day.

• Sarah proposed using Hagar as a surrogate, producing Ishmael.
• Sarah's plan caused jealousy and exemplified 'a way that seems right...but the end is death.'
• In dire circumstances, yielding to God enabled divine intervention.
• God promised Ishmael fruitfulness: multiply exceedingly, become father of twelve princes, and form a great nation; name means 'God will hear'.
• God permits and provides for planning, producing, and provision for the descendants.

• Isaac represented the fulfilled promise; Abraham waited 24 years (from age 75 to 99).
• Abraham received a 13‑year‑old when he expected an infant, illustrating timing and expectation dissonance.
• Faith required sustained, difficult effort; blessings did not arrive automatically and opposition was expected.
• Prayer and communal intercession sustained the speaker's uprightness; congregation's prayers were cited as primary support.
• Names signified divine roles: one name meant 'God hears'; Isaac signified divine oversight and a God‑hearted lineage destined to produce leaders and nations across 42 generations (millions/billions).

• Incarnation is the embodiment of a deity in the flesh.
• Scripture reports God appeared to Abraham as God (not an angel) to communicate important matters.
• Ishmael represents settling and apparent success without spiritual authority; Isaac represents promise-keeping, transformative authority to heal and prophesy.
• Speaker testified that 25 years ago he realized pulpit teaching lacked personal transformation and produced no healings, prompting deeper faith.
• Circumcision signified a new covenant beginning; adults experienced pain—Isaac 13, Abraham 90.

• Deepened faith about 25 years ago after realizing pulpit teaching lacked personal life change.
• God reidentified speaker from 'Ishmael' to 'Isaac' as a call to be a promise‑keeper and prophetic believer.
• Circumcision symbolized a painful covenantal new beginning; examples: Isaac 13, Abraham 90.
• Led a hospital healing where speaker prophesied recovery and reassured family despite medical reports: oxygen too low, heart not beating, kidneys failing; continued prayer until return.
• Acknowledged ministry difficulty; cited biblical truth that 'the way of the transgressor is hard' and stated that God shows up if permitted.

• Core process: move from admiration → consecration → impartation to see God's promises fulfilled.
• Avoid complaints: complaining blocks God's promises and leads to wrong choices and calamity.
• Recognize God's presence: God shows up in many ways (three visitors/Trinity, signs, ordinary people) — learn to see and respond.
• Timing & faith: examples: 24 years of delay (Abraham/Sarah) then fulfillment within ~10–12 months after hearing and receiving impartation.
• Practical application: celebrate, bless, and materially support those God sends; cultivate listening/hearing so promises can land in the heart.

• Thanked God as Father, Redeemer, High Priest, and coming King for the privilege to gather.
• Affirmed the Holy Spirit as teacher and guide who will lead into all truth and anoint ears, hearts, and lips.
• Declared dependence on the Spirit for revelation and inspiration to speak God’s word accurately.
• Proclaimed expectation of unchecked supernatural manifestation to bring glory to God.
• Requested boldness and confidence in the indwelling Greater One to speak through the minister and committed to give all honor, glory, and praise; closed in Jesus' name.

• Read Genesis 18:1–3 (KJV) and taught through verse 10; sermon titled God Depended Living, Part 10.
• God reaffirmed the promise of a child to Abraham and Sarah 24 years later.
• Complaint caused delay: complaints → unbiblical choices → calamity (example: Abraham and Sarah used Hagar instead of waiting).
• Abraham saw three men, bowed in admiration (worship), and interpreted the appearance as divine representation (Trinity or past/present/future).
• Abraham practiced consecration by offering hospitality: washed feet, prepared three measures of fine meal, a tender calf, butter, and milk; the guests ate.

• God promised Abraham and Sarah a child and reaffirmed it 24 years later.
• Sermon topic was God Depended Living Part 10, using Abraham as the primary example of dependence on God.
• Complaining blocked God's promises and appeared in biblical examples (Israelites under Moses; Elijah).
• Complaints led to choices contrary to God's plan; Abraham and Sarah used Hagar to 'fix' the promise though God never promised that route.
• Human attempts to fix God's timing caused unnecessary delay of the promise.

• Genesis 18: Abraham saw three men (God's representation) and responded with admiration—bowed, worshiped, and valued the visitation.
• Abraham moved from admiration to consecration by preparing food and creating a sacred fellowship for the visitors.
• Impartation occurred when Sarah heard the promise after 24 years; her immediate reception activated faith and a son was promised in ~1 year (Isaac).
• Spousal alignment was required: lack of unity between husband and wife prevents fulfillment; God addressed the head of household while placing Sarah to hear.
• Practical directives: recognize God’s representations in people; encourage others; celebrate small wins; give generously (Luke 6:38); impart the Word to build faith (Romans 10:17; Hebrews 11:1).

• Father was predicted to die within 8–10 hours on the 1st of the month but lived for almost a month.
• Prayer warriors prayed; visible breakthrough in father's condition occurred the next day.
• Family celebrated with a large seafood meal while father recovered in hospital.
• Doctors moved father from ICU to a regular room and started therapy to regain mobility; discharge expected once movement returned.
• Speaker emphasized consecration, impartation, and prophecy ('going home'), credited faith for recovery, and accepted any subsequent outcome.

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• Speaker reads and expounds on Mark 14:26–36 (Jesus in Gethsemane) and connects the text to practical God‑dependent living.
• Core pattern: Solidarity → Solemnness → Suffering → Surrender → Separation as Jesus’ pathway into Calvary.
• Main character traits to develop: Prayer, Peace, Power — each building on the previous.
• Practical counsel: get alone to pray, be specific and honest with God, use trusted advisors, confess sins (1 John 1:9), and cultivate a peaceful, level‑headed disposition.
• Central challenge posed: Where will you spend eternity? — an evangelistic and urgent reminder.

• Requested reading from Mark chapter 14, verse 26.
• Focused on God-dependent living using Jesus as the primary example.
• Recalled Abraham and Sarah as examples of pitfalls in human attempts to follow God.
• Read the King James text describing the Lord's Supper concluding, singing a hymn, going to the Mount of Olives, Jesus predicting the disciples' scattering and His resurrection, and Peter's denial.

• Jesus spent the night in Gethsemane before crucifixion; Calvary was described as the easier part compared with Gethsemane's agony.
• Jesus withdrew with Peter, James, and John into solidarity; verse 33 records taking them aside and verse 34 records his soul as exceedingly sorrowful unto death.
• Jesus prayed, 'Abba, Father… take away this cup,' sought to avoid suffering yet submitted to the Father's will ('not what I will').
• Jesus foretold the disciples' scattering and Peter's denial three times; surrender, arrest, and separation followed, with only John at the cross.
• Sermon framed Gethsemane as stages: solidarity → solemnness → suffering → surrender → separation; titled God-dependent living Part 7 and concluded with the Lord's Supper.

• Painful experiences lead people into God-dependent living; every believer requires a personal 'Damascus' conversion experience.
• Jesus' pre-death experience involved pain, solemnness, suffering, surrender, and separation from disciples, family, and the world.
• Death is appointed to all (Hebrews 9:27); the central question is where will you spend eternity?
• First character trait: prayerfulness — Jesus prayed in Gethsemane; dependence requires a grappling, specific prayer life and honest confession (1 John 1:9).

• God wants honesty in prayer; confess identity, shortcomings, and faults.
• Jesus expressed deep grief and asked “if it be possible” yet submitted to the Father, demonstrating prayer can question and surrender.
• Prayer is for listening, processing, and direction; withdraw to pray and take only trusted companions (e.g., Peter, James, and John); doubt in others can hinder results.
• Prayer cultivates peace; peace serves as a guide (Colossians); spiritual battles are fought with worship (example of Jehoshaphat) rather than physical weapons.
• Sustained prayer produced a personal release and lasting peace from workplace struggles.

• Jesus models a God-dependent life through three linked traits: prayer → peace → power.
• Gethsemane functioned as preparation for Calvary; preparation made the crucifixion an executable trial.
• “Watch and pray” emphasizes that the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak; prayer readiness supports facing temptation and trials.
• Anger undermines prayer; counsel to be slow to speak, slow to anger, and quick to forgive.
• Biblical examples (Elijah’s despair; Jesus’ arrest, crucifixion, resurrection, ascension) demonstrate human weakness and God’s sustaining power; reliance on God prevents despair.