Valley Lights Church Podcast

"But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ." Ephesians 2:4-5

There are things about God you will not know unless you pray. Ephesians 1:18b-19 - " That you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might"

Christians have irrevocable certainty of the outcome. Ephesians 1:11- In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will.

Christians are destined for everything heaven can offer. The ultimate aim of God is the praise of His glory.

Isaiah 26:3- You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

Watch out for the thought "God has dealt unfairly with me". Deuteronomy 32:4 The Rock- his work is perfect; all his way are just. A faithful God, without bias, he is righteous and true.

When your head & heart disagree, become absolutely determined to please God, come what may.

"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." Roman's 12:2

Your brooding thoughts are shaping the person you will become.

Because of God's great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. 1 Peter 1:3

We can choose a lower position by seeking the advantage of others, seeking to serve others, and seeking to give our lives to others.

Be content with a lowly place NOW, because in a vapor's breath, we inherit EVERYTHING.

Be careful to build in a way in a way that God finds valuable.

Unresolved tension between Christians usually points to immaturity & selfishness. - 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you at the proper time."

There are different responses to the message of the Gospel. Some will mock, some will listen, and some repent. We will never experience any of these responses if we never share.

Unless people realize they have a sin problem, they will not come to Jesus for a solution.

John 9:39 - Jesus said, “For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind.”

John 9: 39 "Jesus said - For judgment I have some into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind."

Forgiveness is the only way to live in an intimate, long-term relationship with another sinner.

James 1:19 Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger.

God provides the ONLY path toward goodness and delight in parenting.

With godly discipline, there is purpose int he pain

2 Corinthians 5:15 And he died for all so that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but for the one who died for them and was raised.

Our kids need constant Godly instruction to avoid getting led astray by the culture. And so do we.

God gives us the power to raise Godly kids, He wants to atmosphere in our home to maximize growth. Ephesians 4:29 "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that is may benefit those who listen."