Do you want a GREATER life than you have right now?

From Steven Furtick:

Most Christians are not in danger of ruining their lives - they're in danger of wasting them.  Are you unsatisfied with the kind of Christian life you've settled for?

"We roll up our sleeves, put our best foot forward, and try to achieve our goals and dreams through our own effort. We make promises and commitments. We set up rules and regulations. But no matter how hard we try, we still fall short. We end up disappointed. We never find true success and fulfillment. We fall short of the expectations God designed for His creation. But there is another way. A way to freedom, hope, and reconciliation. In this clip from our series Greater, Pastor Steven uses the story of the prophet Elisha to show how our lives can be fulfilled in one perfect way.

In this series we come to the life-altering understanding that God is ready to accomplish a greatness in your life that is entirely out of human reach - but is exactly what God has seen in your all along."

http://www.stevenfurtick.com/sermon-clips/what-you-can-never-do-no-matter-how-hard-you-try/

I'm watching this message right now.  Within the first few minutes it is obvious to me that this sermon is relevant for all of us.  I had to pause the message and share this information with you.  There is greatness in every person - and through God's touch on our life - there is even "greater-greatness" ahead for all of us.   For, who among us can limit the intelligence or vision in the mind of God? 

No one! 

Take a few minutes to hear and receive from the Word of God as Pastor Furtick presents this timely message.

At the beginning (or the seconds leading into the message) Pastor Furtick made this comment:

Today I want to send you out of here with inspiration, motivation and  instruction.

This should be the goal of every minister.  At the end of each message send your congregation away from the service having received all three:  Inspiration, Motivation, and instruction.

 The following illustration may ring all too true in some churches:

Some preachers are like the Chinese jugglers. One stood against a wall and the others threw knives at him. They'd hit above his head, close by his ear, under his armpit, and between his fingers. They could throw within a hair's breadth and never strike

Steven Furtick will strike where it matters in this message.  You will be struck with Inspiration, Motivation, and Instruction.

Hope you will watch.....it will bless you! 

And we all know - We need all the blessings we can get! 

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Oh, yes.  I almost forgot to say it.  God Bless You!

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GOD, I'vE gOtTa TaLk To YoU!

TODAY I picked up a small book belonging to my granddaughter, Chloe.  The picture on the cover page caught my attention.  Actually, the title of the book caught my attention.  God, I've gotta talk to you!.

The first thought that entered my head was, "Yes, God, I do need to talk to You!  I certainly do."

It wouldn't have surprised me if God had shouted: "I know.  I've been waiting.  What took you so long?"  He didn't say it...but I am sure I deserve it! 

I flipped through the pages and discovered that this is a book of prayers for children with each prayer presented in poem form.  Each poem has a title which could easily apply to GrOwN-uPs.

Prayer/Poem titles included:   In the Morning, About the Seasons, About Forgiveness,  About Being Forgiven, About Forgiving Others, When I'm Happy, When I'm Lonely, and When I'm Afraid, About Friends, About Sick People..

There are times in my life when I feel like shouting, GOD, I'VE GOTTA TALK TO YOU!   I can visualize the Lord shaking His head and thinking .... Will that girl ever learn?   :)

If you have a strong urge or maybe a desperate cry swelling within your heart .... to talk to someone who cares and understands....why not talk to God?

Here are a few points to assist you in your visit with our Creator.

1.  Find a place to pray
2.  Set a time to pray
3.  Make a prayer list
4.  Use a prayer guide, if needed
5.  Keep a notepad handy with your Bible
6.  You might want to start a journal of your prayers
7.  Now, simply start talking to God. 

It's much easier to keep your focus if you pray aloud.  When  I pray silently my thoughts scatter a thousand directions.  If you feel the need to talk to God and you are not alone,  you can certainly pray silently.  God still hears you.

Our God is an awesome God.  He loves to hear the sound of our voice as we talk to Him.

Take a lesson from a child's book.  Whatever you are facing in life,  just say, "God, I've gotta talk to you!"  He will answer, "Go ahead, I'm listening."

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God, I've gotta talk to you!  (written by Anne Jennings, Concordia Publishing House)