• 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.