Posts with the tag “joshua”

Life's assignments, whether seemingly insignificant or challenging, serve as stepping stones toward fulfilling God's greater purpose. These assignments flow from God's house, align with His purpose, and ultimately flow back to benefit His kingdom. Many resist these tasks due to pride, comfort, or inability to see their connection to the bigger picture. By approaching each assignment with purpose and dedication, we can better understand and fulfill God's plan for our lives.  Read More

The message at Mercy City Church emphasized the importance of aligning with God's heart cry to live a purposeful life. The speaker referenced Pastor Mike's previous message on advancing with God's heart cry, using examples from movies like Braveheart. The key points included understanding God's heart for relationships and community, and the need to leave behind personal desires and sins to advance together. The speaker highlighted the importance of building relationships, expecting the unexpected, and seeking God's strategies for victory. The message concluded with a call to action for personal and communal advancement, encouraging connection and purposeful living.  Read More

The message at Mercy City Church emphasized the importance of focusing on impacting the world rather than personal success. It highlighted the concept of significance, where one gives away their achievements. The speaker used the story of Joshua and the walls of Jericho to illustrate the power of faith and the covenant with God. The message stressed the need for spiritual momentum, urging believers to adopt a war cry of "Rock Kazakh Amaz" (Be strong and courageous) and to align their hearts with God's will. The speaker encouraged boldness and power in 2025, emphasizing that true victory comes from playing to win and standing firm in faith.  Read More

Pastor Matt discusses the importance of aligning with God's will before accelerating in one's spiritual journey. He references Joshua chapter 5, highlighting the Israelites' transition from the wilderness to the Promised Land, emphasizing the necessity of circumcision as a symbol of covenant and alignment with God. Matt stresses that while miracles are significant, living in the Promised Land requires internal alignment and a commitment to God's promises. He encourages the congregation to embrace community, align their hearts with God, and prepare for a season of accelerated momentum, warning against misinterpreting enemy fear as a cue for action.  Read More

The message emphasized the transformative power of embracing new seasons and aligning with God's momentum. Pastor Matt and Speaker 3 discussed the story of Rahab, a prostitute who, by faith, hid Israelite spies and later aligned with God's people. Rahab's journey illustrates the importance of acknowledging new seasons, recognizing God's work, and aligning with His will. The speakers encouraged the congregation to let go of their pasts and embrace the new life God offers, highlighting that change is essential for growth and fulfilling God's purpose. The message concluded with an invitation for attendees to commit their lives to Jesus and embrace their new season.  Read More

The message emphasized the importance of becoming people of prayer to become a house of prayer. Key points included the inconvenience of prayer, requiring intentional effort to create margin for God. Prayer was described as speaking and listening to God, trusting in His promises, and enjoying a friendship with Him. The speaker highlighted that prayer builds a legacy, influencing future generations. Practical advice included focusing on friendship with God rather than formalities, holding fast to God's promises, and remembering the impact of prayer on others. The session concluded with a call to embrace prayer for deeper intimacy with God.  Read More