Tri-County Christian Center

“The Unexpected & The Unlikely” – “God wants his people to have joy!”
God reveals Himself to those who are humble, who recognize their need for a savior.  He gives us joy that we are going to make it.
The Birth of Jesus Christ (This is a historical account not just a story.)
Luke 2:6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born,
The Shepherds and the Angels
Luke 2:8-10 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. “The Unexpected & The Unlikely” – “God wants his people to have joy!” - God reveals Himself to those who are humble, who recognize their need for a savior. He gives us joy that we are going to make it.- The Birth of Jesus Christ (This is a historical account not just a story.) * Luke 2:6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, - The Shepherds and the Angels * Luke 2:8-10 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.

“The-Church’s-Prophetic-Voice” – “It is all about the Gospel”
1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
We are priests (royal priesthood) and family (holy nation)
Ezekiel 33:10-11 "Son of man, say to the Israelites, 'This is what you are saying: "Our offenses and sins weigh us down, and we are wasting away because of them. How then can we live?"' Say to them, 'As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign LORD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that they turn from their ways and live. Turn! Turn from your evil ways! Why will you die, people of Israel?
Romans 8:17 Now if we are children, then we are heirs--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.
Stand where God has place you.

“Living LARGE in Uncertain Times” – “Live for God with all your heart”
2 Peter 3 The Day of the Lord Will Come
You need the Old Testament to really understand God.
There is no reason to not live for God with all your heart.
You need to contend for the truth!
We cannot ignore what the Lord has said.
The lord knows how to bring judgment.
God’s delay doesn’t mean He has forgotten you! He will come!
God observes the action of men.
There are consequences of ignoring Him.
You don’t have to be a perfect Christion – just consistent.

“Standing Firm” – “2 Peter 2 False Prophets and Teachers”
2 Peter 2:1 But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them--bringing swift destruction on themselves.
Recognize the danger but also that God is there for you to guide you.
Need to identify the false teachers among your but don’t need to go on “witch hunts’ to destroy them.
The Bible will protect your life if you let it lead you.
The unchanging character of God will save us!
“Standing Firm” – “2 Peter 2 False Prophets and Teachers”

“All We Ever Need” – “Put your trust in Him”
False Prophets and Teachers
2 Peter 2:1 But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them-bringing swift destruction on themselves.
The only thing that can save America is a move of God.
Be merciful to those who doubt.
Called to Be Holy
1 Peter 1:17 Since you call on a Father who judges each person's work impartially, live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear.

“Standing at The Crossroads Part 2” – “We Need Grace & Peace”
2 Peter 1:2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.
We need Grace and Peace right now.
God ha a place of peace for us regardless of what is all around us.
Confirm Your Calling and Election
2 Peter 1:3-4 His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.
We need grace and peace to live this life in a godly way.

“Standing at The Crossroads” – “Mercy is still here if you will listen to me.”
Judgment is Coming – Jeremiah 6:1-19
Jeremiah 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But you said, 'We will not walk in it.'
Jeremiah 6:19 Hear, you earth: I am bringing disaster on these people, the fruit of their schemes, because they have not listened to my words and have rejected my law.
A great awakening and revival are the only things that will save America.

“The 10 Commandments vs Socialism” plus ”Stewarding Your Mina’
Socialism
Socialism is at war with the Church.
Socialism says that the State is the answer.
Your Mina – Voting Principles
Voting is the “Mina” entrusted to us as Americans & Christians
Jesus is not on the ballot
Voting is the Minimal responsibility
Political Power is in the People
Commit to grow the Lord & in His Mighty Power
            Luke 19:11-16 The Parable of the Ten Minas

“Is America in Revival?” – “God is moving in this hour.”
A spiritual awakening in our nation and around the world.
The Gospel is going forward.
2 Corinthians 2:15 For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.
Revival – The overall sense of God’s presence.Psalms 80:19 Restore us, LORD God Almighty; make your face shine on us, that we may be saved.

“Minding The Business of The Mind” – “Watch yourself, don’t get sucked in.”
Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will.
The mind is the beginning of where things start.
Philippians 3:12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.
Unity is the byproduct of humility.
Thrive in your confidence in God
Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.