Embracing Divine Reset: Trusting God's Faithfulness

Devotional

Day 1: Embracing the Lord's Release

Description: The concept of the "Lord's release" from Deuteronomy 15 is a divine reset that occurs every seven years, where debts are forgiven, and a fresh start is granted. This principle is not just historical but is relevant today as we find ourselves in a similar period of divine release. God is orchestrating significant changes in our lives and nation, providing opportunities for new beginnings and divine intervention. Trusting in His timing and plan is crucial during this period of transformation. [01:17:10]

Deuteronomy 15:1-2 (ESV): "At the end of every seven years you shall grant a release. And this is the manner of the release: every creditor shall release what he has lent to his neighbor. He shall not exact it of his neighbor, his brother, because the Lord's release has been proclaimed."

Reflection: Is there an area in your life where you need a fresh start or a divine reset? How can you trust God to orchestrate this new beginning for you?

Day 2: Trusting God's Intervention in Hopeless Situations

Description: Just as God parted the Red Sea for the Israelites and protected Daniel in the lion's den, He is working behind the scenes in our lives and nation. Even when situations seem hopeless, God is in control and will bring about His divine intervention. It is essential to stay steadfast and trust in His plan, knowing that He uses seemingly impossible circumstances to fulfill His purposes. [01:24:14]

Isaiah 43:16-17 (ESV): "Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings forth chariot and horse, army and warrior; they lie down, they cannot rise, they are extinguished, quenched like a wick."

Reflection: Think of a situation in your life that seems hopeless. How can you remind yourself of God's past faithfulness and trust Him to intervene in this situation?

Day 3: Moving Forward with Faith

Description: It is crucial not to return to old systems or ways that are contrary to God's will. Instead, we should move forward with faith, recognizing that God is in control and that He will bring about justice and righteousness. Standing firm in our beliefs and supporting godly leadership is essential during this time of transformation. [01:38:31]

Philippians 3:13-14 (ESV): "Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."

Reflection: Are there old habits or systems in your life that you need to leave behind? How can you move forward with faith and trust in God's plan for justice and righteousness?

Day 4: The Importance of Being Planted in the Right Church

Description: Being part of a faith community and being planted in the right church is essential for spiritual growth and longevity. The Bible promises that those who are planted in the house of the Lord will flourish and bring forth fruit even in old age. Staying connected and growing in your faith within a supportive community is vital for your spiritual journey. [01:04:52]

Psalm 92:13-14 (ESV): "They are planted in the house of the Lord; they flourish in the courts of our God. They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green."

Reflection: Are you actively involved in a faith community that supports your spiritual growth? How can you deepen your connection with your church and contribute to its flourishing?

Day 5: Trusting in God's Justice and Honor

Description: God will not be mocked, and He will honor those who stand for righteousness and fight for freedom and justice. He will bring about a divine reset, removing ungodly leaders and establishing His justice. Trust that God will reward those who honor Him and stand for His principles. [01:48:41]

Galatians 6:7-9 (ESV): "Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up."

Reflection: In what ways can you stand for righteousness and justice in your daily life? How can you trust God to honor your efforts and bring about His divine justice?

Sermon Summary

### Summary

Today, we gathered to celebrate God's goodness and reflect on His faithfulness. We began by sharing personal stories from our recent vacation, highlighting the simple joys and blessings we experienced. This was a reminder of how God provides rest and rejuvenation. We also celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary and thanked everyone for their kind words and support.

The core of today's message focused on the concept of the "Lord's release" as described in Deuteronomy 15. This biblical principle involves a divine reset that occurs every seven years, where debts are forgiven, and a fresh start is granted. We are currently in a similar period of divine release, where God is orchestrating a reset in our nation and lives. This period is marked by significant changes and challenges, but it is also a time of great opportunity and divine intervention.

We discussed how God uses seemingly hopeless situations to bring about His purposes. Just as He parted the Red Sea for the Israelites and protected Daniel in the lion's den, He is working behind the scenes in our lives and nation. We must remain steadfast, not get caught up in the noise and misinformation around us, and trust in God's plan.

We also touched on the importance of not returning to old ways or systems that are contrary to God's will. Instead, we should move forward with faith, recognizing that God is in control and that He will bring about justice and righteousness. This is a time to stand firm in our beliefs, support godly leadership, and trust that God will honor those who honor Him.

Finally, we welcomed new members to our church family, prayed for them, and encouraged everyone to stay connected and grow in their faith. We emphasized the importance of being planted in the right church and the blessings that come from being part of a faith community.

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Key Takeaways

1. The Lord's Release: The concept of the Lord's release, as described in Deuteronomy 15, is a divine reset that occurs every seven years. This period involves the forgiveness of debts and a fresh start for individuals and nations. We are currently in such a period, and God is orchestrating significant changes to bring about His purposes. Trust in His timing and plan. [77:10]
2. God's Intervention in Hopeless Situations: Just as God parted the Red Sea for the Israelites and protected Daniel in the lion's den, He is working behind the scenes in our lives and nation. Even when situations seem hopeless, God is in control and will bring about His divine intervention. Stay steadfast and trust in His plan. [84:14]
3. Avoiding the Temptation to Return to Old Ways: It is crucial not to return to old systems or ways that are contrary to God's will. Instead, we should move forward with faith, recognizing that God is in control and that He will bring about justice and righteousness. Stand firm in your beliefs and support godly leadership. [98:31]
4. The Importance of Being Planted in the Right Church: Being part of a faith community and being planted in the right church is essential for spiritual growth and longevity. The Bible promises that those who are planted in the house of the Lord will flourish and bring forth fruit even in old age. Stay connected and grow in your faith. [64:52]
5. God's Justice and Honor: God will not be mocked, and He will honor those who stand for righteousness and fight for freedom and justice. He will bring about a divine reset, removing ungodly leaders and establishing His justice. Trust that God will reward those who honor Him and stand for His principles. [01:48:41]
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Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[03:38] - Vacation Highlights and Gratitude
[04:55] - Celebrating 35th Wedding Anniversary
[07:39] - Introduction to the Lord's Release
[08:01] - Worship and Prayer
[34:07] - God's Healing Touch
[34:57] - Financial and Occupational Blessings
[36:31] - Healing and Job Decisions
[39:01] - Encouragement for Those in Sorrow
[41:02] - Greeting and Fellowship
[62:13] - Welcoming New Members
[70:44] - Preparing for Flashpoint Live
[72:27] - Deuteronomy 15: The Lord's Release
[80:07] - Trusting God's Plan Amidst Chaos
[94:01] - Avoiding Complaints and Moving Forward
[106:51] - God's Promise of Deliverance
[117:46] - The Return to Normalcy
[119:03] - Conclusion and Final Blessing

Bible Study Guide

Observation Questions

What is the "Lord's release" as described in Deuteronomy 15, and how often does it occur?
According to Exodus 14:13-14, what did Moses tell the Israelites to do when they were trapped by the Red Sea?
In Psalm 106:7, what did the ancestors of Israel fail to remember, and how did they respond at the Red Sea?
How did the pastor relate the concept of the "Lord's release" to our current times? [01:17:10]

Interpretation Questions

What might be the significance of the "Lord's release" in Deuteronomy 15 for individuals and nations today? How can this principle be applied in our current context?
How does the story of the Israelites at the Red Sea (Exodus 14:13-14) illustrate God's intervention in seemingly hopeless situations? [01:24:14]
Why is it important not to return to old ways or systems that are contrary to God's will, as mentioned in the sermon? How can this be challenging in today's world? [01:38:31]
What does it mean to be "planted in the right church," and how does this contribute to spiritual growth and longevity? [01:04:52]

Application Questions

Reflect on a time when you experienced a "divine reset" in your life. How did you see God's hand in that situation, and what was the outcome? [01:17:10]
When facing seemingly hopeless situations, how can you remind yourself of God's past faithfulness and intervention? What practical steps can you take to stay steadfast in your faith? [01:24:14]
Are there any old ways or systems in your life that you need to let go of to move forward in faith? What steps can you take this week to avoid returning to those old patterns? [01:38:31]
How can you actively support godly leadership in your community or church? What actions can you take to stand firm in your beliefs and promote justice and righteousness? [01:48:41]
What does being "planted in the right church" mean to you personally? How can you ensure that you are growing and flourishing in your faith community? [01:04:52]
Think of a time when you felt disconnected from your faith community. What steps did you take, or can you take, to reconnect and grow in your faith?
How can you encourage and support new members in your church to feel welcomed and integrated into the faith community? What specific actions can you take this week to reach out to someone new? [01:02:13]

Sermon Clips

### Quotes for Outreach

1. "God is the one that's purging it so that he can begin to open something up. And I see around Thanksgiving to Christmas is the season. It's your season, but really it's God's season. And if you will just say, Lord, I cast this care. I'm not going to pick these things up. I'm not going to cry over it anymore. If you will just be in. You're in a position right now where you say, Lord, I let it go. It shall be tis the season to come into something so amazing." [39:40] (30 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "The Lord shall fight for you, and you shall hold your peace. All right. Let's keep going. Look at what else God said in Exodus 14. And the Lord said unto Moses, Why cry unto me? Speak unto the children of Israel, that they may go forward. All right. So they were to go forward. Say go forward. But now watch this. Let's keep reading unto verse 17. But lift up your rod, stretch forth your hand over the sea, divide it, and the children of Israel shall go on dry ground through the midst of the sea." [01:46:51] (26 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "And behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them, and I will get my honor upon Pharaoh. Underline that. Do you really think if God is a God of true righteousness and justice? When 81 million voted, right? Yes. President Trump in 2020. And the things that doesn't evoke the judgment of God, but aligns with what God blesses. Traditional marriage, Israel, pro-life, right? We the people, right? Taking care of your own people. And the list goes on and on and on and on and on and on. Do you think that God is not going to honor when you put your checkmark by things that are not true?" [01:47:29] (52 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "And the Lord saved the nation out of the hands. And notice it took a day that day people are going to take forever. Not when you got God and you got the Lord's release after the end of seven years, we're in the process of this. And Israel saw the Egyptians dead on the seashore. Look at verse 31. And here's what we will say. And Israel, America saw the great work, which who did 45, your favorite. American cackling hummus. No, what the Lord did, what the Lord did, who did it? and believed the Lord and his servant, Moses, and God saved a nation based on the Lord's release." [01:59:03] (51 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

### Quotes for Members

1. "God said to tell you, be open for change. There's some changes that are coming. Not location, but change in what you're doing. God has something to improve you. To better you. And it shall be. Something with even your finances. You watch as a new door is about to open. And God says you've been looking at something and considering it. And then you back off from it. And it's a money stream. It has to do with like occupation. God says move forward. And when you do it, you'll see the blessing will follow you. Thank you, Lord." [34:57] (42 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "And you know, there's a key word that they say, location, location, location. And it was very important that you located yourself in this house. Because there's a safety. And that won't pull you into what you're not supposed to do. Not that you would purposely, but it's a protection of God. So, Lord, I speak that. Lord, I release that anointing. We receive this one into this fellowship in Yeshua's name. Thank you, Lord. Release this anointing. receive this one into this fellowship in Yeshua's name." [01:07:56] (38 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "And behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them, and I will get my honor upon Pharaoh. Underline that. Do you really think if God is a God of true righteousness and justice? When 81 million voted, right? Yes. President Trump in 2020. And the things that doesn't evoke the judgment of God, but aligns with what God blesses. Traditional marriage, Israel, pro-life, right? We the people, right? Taking care of your own people. And the list goes on and on and on and on and on and on. Do you think that God is not going to honor when you put your checkmark by things that are not true?" [01:47:29] (52 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "And behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them, and I will get my honor upon Pharaoh. Underline that. Do you really think if God is a God of true righteousness and justice? When 81 million voted, right? Yes. President Trump in 2020. And the things that doesn't evoke the judgment of God, but aligns with what God blesses. Traditional marriage, Israel, pro-life, right? We the people, right? Taking care of your own people. And the list goes on and on and on and on and on and on. Do you think that God is not going to honor when you put your checkmark by things that are not true?" [01:47:29] (52 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "And behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them, and I will get my honor upon Pharaoh. Underline that. Do you really think if God is a God of true righteousness and justice? When 81 million voted, right? Yes. President Trump in 2020. And the things that doesn't evoke the judgment of God, but aligns with what God blesses. Traditional marriage, Israel, pro-life, right? We the people, right? Taking care of your own people. And the list goes on and on and on and on and on and on. Do you think that God is not going to honor when you put your checkmark by things that are not true?" [01:47:29] (52 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

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