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“Abraham, a Friend of God!”
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And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.
Philippians 1:6 (ESV)
Abraham was called the friend of God and father of us all: ‘…and the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness”—and he was called a friend of God.’ (James 2:23).
What was so special about Abraham that he is known as a friend of God?
He was blessed with the gift of faith. He was fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised. That is why his faith was counted to him as righteousness. Abraham’s faith being counted to him as righteousness was not written just for Abraham alone, it applies to all who believe in God’s promises: ‘…the words “it was counted to him” were not written for his sake alone, but for ours also. It will be counted to us who believe in him who raised from the dead Jesus our Lord…’ (Romans 4:23-24).
We can fully believe that the ‘good work’ that the Father began in every believer will be completed. And what exactly is that good work? ‘…my little children, for whom I am again in the anguish of childbirth until Christ is formed in you!’ (Galatians 4:19). Through the Holy Spirit, the Father is forming the very image of His beloved Son in every believer.
With the very same gift of faith that God gave to Abraham and that he gives to us today, we can completely trust him to fulfill all his promises. ‘For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory.’ (2 Corinthians 1:20). As we believe God’s promise to complete the ‘good work’ that he began in each of us, that faith will also be credited to us as righteousness, the same as Abraham.
So, like Abraham, we too can be friends of God credited with righteousness.
Prayer
Father in heaven, thank you for the gift of faith which enables me to believe your precious promises and to be credited with righteousness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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“God Renews His Promise!”
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Full Message:
Scripture: Genesis 25 – 26
Summary:
Pastor Tony discusses the promises God made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, emphasizing their relevance to believers today. He highlights the importance of faith and patience in waiting for God’s promises to unfold. The sermon reflects on the lives of the patriarchs, showing how their experiences and challenges mirror those faced by families today. Pastor Tony underscores the continuity of God’s promises through both Old and New Testament scriptures, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
Key Points:
🌟 Promises to Abraham
God promised Abraham that he would become a great nation and that all peoples on earth would be blessed through him (Genesis 12:1-3).
This promise is extended to believers today through faith in Jesus Christ.
🛡️ God’s Assurance to Abraham
Despite Abraham’s initial doubts and concerns about not having an heir, God assured him that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars (Genesis 15).
🌱 Patience and Faith
Abraham and Sarah’s long wait for a child required immense faith and patience, demonstrating the importance of trusting God’s timing (Genesis 21).
🔄 Generational Continuity
God’s promises continued through Isaac and Jacob, highlighting the importance of generational faithfulness and God’s sovereignty in fulfilling His plans (Genesis 25-26).
🌍 Blessings for All Nations
The New Testament reiterates that the blessings promised to Abraham extend to all nations through Jesus Christ, emphasizing the universality of God’s promise (Galatians 3).
✝️ Fulfillment in Christ
The ultimate fulfillment of God’s promise to Abraham is found in Jesus Christ, who brings blessings to all nations and unites believers as children of God through faith (Ephesians 1).
Context:
This sermon, delivered by Pastor Tony, delves into the biblical narrative of God’s promises to the patriarchs and their relevance to contemporary believers. By exploring the experiences of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, Pastor Tony illustrates the timeless nature of God’s faithfulness and the importance of faith and patience in the Christian journey. The message aligns with broader theological themes of covenant, promise, and fulfillment in Christ, providing a comprehensive understanding of God’s redemptive plan as revealed in scripture.
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God – Father, Son and Spirit of Unusual Victories!
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Full Message, 27mins.: “https://trinityandhumanity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/16-11-06-god-father-son-and-spirit-of-unusual-victories-joshua-6-tah.mp3”
Theological Theme: God – Father, Son and Spirit achieves victory through the faithful obedience of His people, no matter how unusual His commands may seem.
Christ Connection: God’s ultimate victory over His enemies, and ours, takes place through the faithful obedience of His Son – Jesus Christ.
Missional Application: God calls us to battle against evil in this world using the weapons of prayer, His Word, and our testimony in the Holy Spirit.
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God The Trinity Reaffirms The Covenant
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Theological Theme: God promises the blessing of His presence to His people, even when they show themselves to be unworthy of His love.
Christ Connection: God’s promise to be with His people is most clearly fulfilled in Jesus Christ, “God with us.”
Missional Application: We can boldly share and show the love of Christ, not because we are perfect but because we know that God uses unusual and unworthy people to accomplish His purposes.
God’s Covenant With Abraham
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In this message, we learn that God is a covenant-making God. Because of sin, the people on earth had been separated from God (Eden) and each other (Babel), but God chose one man, one family, through whom He promised to reverse this separation. This promise was later fulfilled through Abraham’s descendant—Jesus of Nazareth. And this promise continues to be fulfilled today through the mission of Jesus’ church as peoples from all over the world become part of God’s family through faith in the gospel.
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