Empowered Faith: Leading with Hope and Stewardship

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In the sermon, I addressed the congregation, focusing on the importance of faith, leadership, and the power of the Holy Spirit. I began by acknowledging the young men in the congregation, encouraging them to pursue the Father's heart and to be a beacon of hope and guidance for the fatherless generation. I also addressed the worship team, encouraging them to expand their depth in worship and to create new songs of joy, hope, and revival. I then shifted to a more personal note, sharing my concern for those in the congregation who have struggled with pregnancy and childbirth. I prayed for them, declaring victory over their situations and speaking life into their circumstances.

In the second part of the sermon, I spoke about the importance of being good stewards and trustworthy people. I shared a story about a ministry in my hometown that received an unexpected donation from a non-believer, which they later used to help a homeless woman. I also addressed individuals in the congregation, encouraging them to embrace their divine appointments and to lead with joy and strength. I concluded the sermon by addressing Pastor Jeff and Dawn, prophesying about the multiplication of disciples across their network of churches and their expanding reach to disciple others.

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1. "Your frustrations aren't with people, it's with processes and procedures. I believe there's going to be a new revelation for you, new ways of doing old things like a shift in your mind. This shift will bring peace." - 39:55

2. "These days words are cheap, acts of kindness are loud. I feel this is your home but you hear the islands calling to you. Come over here and help us. Sing to the Lord a new song, sing his praise from the ends of the Earth." - 45:42

3. "Your prophetic gift is not only about seeing and hearing, it is also for encouraging, strengthening and comforting people in timely ways. Walk in bold humility. Your gift of hospitality is an effective gift to serve, heal and help those the Lord is sending your way." - 26:57

4. "God doesn't call the qualified, he qualifies the called. This desire to qualify the called will only increase in your hearts in these important days. You two will always be about the local church, that won't change, but your reach is expanding to include more time to read, research, teach and disciple." - 01:07:48

5. "I see you teaching people in the city in business about the kingdom beyond the building. Be comfortable in the new, be comfortable with promotion. Your place was in the field but others are coming to assist you." - 45:42

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