The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n Satan has been successful in destroying things that are good. (Lk 22:31-32; Mk 4:15; 1 Pt 5:8-9)

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n Luke 22:31-32 (NKJV) - And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. 32 But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.”

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n Mark 4:15 (NKJV) - And these are the ones by the wayside where the word is sown. When they hear, Satan comes immediately and takes away the word that was sown in their hearts.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n 1 Peter 5:8-9 (NKJV) - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n A man would be a fool to face Satan alone, yet many do.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n How many ways can Satan defeat us? Peter was determined to beat Satan alone.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n How many ways can Satan defeat us? Peter was determined to beat Satan alone. n When we choose to walk by faith, we receive the council and protection of God.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n How many ways can Satan defeat us? Peter was determined to beat Satan alone. n When we choose to walk by faith, we receive the council and protection of God. n Jesus defeated Satan and now He wants to help us! (Jn 14:30; Heb 2:14-16, 18)

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n John 14:30 (NKJV) - I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming, and he has nothing in Me.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n Hebrews 2:14-16 (NKJV) - Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the same, that through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, 15and release those who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. 16 For indeed He does not give aid to angels, but He does give aid to the seed of Abraham.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n Hebrews 2:18 (NKJV) - For in that He Himself has suffered, being tempted, He is able to aid those who are tempted.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n We need to understand that God’s ways will be laughed at by the world.

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n We need to understand that God’s ways will be laughed at by the world. n We can with confidence defeat this world. (1 Jn 5:4-5)

The power of God can overcome anything the world throws at it. n 1 John 5:4-5 (NKJV) - For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world— our faith. 5Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Man is a social creature and by design he needs others. (Ecc 4:8-12)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Ecclesiastes 4:8-12 (NKJV) - There is one alone, without companion: He has neither son nor brother. …. 9 Two are better than one, Because they have a good reward for their labor. 10For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls, For he has no one to help him up.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n 11Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; But how can one be warm alone? 12 Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n God allowed Adam to see and admit this need. What a great gift God gave Adam! (Gen 2:20-24)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Genesis 2:20-24 (NKJV) - So Adam gave names to all cattle, to the birds of the air, and to every beast of the field. But for Adam there was not found a helper comparable to him. 21 And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall on Adam, and he slept; and He took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh in its place.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n 22 Then the rib which the LORD God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man. 23 And Adam said: “This is now bone of my bones And flesh of my flesh; She shall be called Woman, Because she was taken out of Man.” 24 Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n God’s design will work beyond what we think is possible.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n God’s design will work beyond what we think is possible. n God’s design can easily be perverted and become a curse.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n God’s design will work beyond what we think is possible. n God’s design can easily be perverted and become a curse. n The home can be a place that tears down others and promotes ungodliness. (Prov 3:33, 11:29; 21:9, 25:24)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 3:33 (NKJV) - The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, But He blesses the home of the just.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 11:29 (NKJV) - He who troubles his own house will inherit the wind, And the fool will be servant to the wise of heart.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 21:9 (NKJV) - Better to dwell in a corner of a housetop, Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 25:24 (NKJV) - It is better to dwell in a corner of a housetop, Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n It does not have to be that way! (Prov 12:7, 14:1, 11)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 12:7 (NKJV) - The wicked are overthrown and are no more, But the house of the righteous will stand.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 14:1 (NKJV) - The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish pulls it down with her hands.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 14:11 (NKJV) - The house of the wicked will be overthrown, But the tent of the upright will flourish.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n The home is a place to serve others. (Prov 31:10-12)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n Proverbs 31:10-12 (NKJV) - Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. 12She does him good and not evil All the days of her life.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n This is why worldliness cannot work in the home! Marriage is for 3.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n When we raise children to be friends of the world then they will not be good mates. (1 Jn 4:5-6)

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n 1 John 4:5-6 (NKJV) - They are of the world. Therefore they speak as of the world, and the world hears them. 6 We are of God. He who knows God hears us; he who is not of God does not hear us. By this we know the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.

The marriage relationship is given by God to strengthen us. n What a great place the home is when filled with faith and service. It becomes a place for healing, learning and praise.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n God can help me to see my heart and to see my needs. (Heb 4:12)

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Hebrews 4:12 (NKJV) - For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n When I know myself then I can see my tendencies and my weaknesses.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n When I know myself then I can see my tendencies and my weaknesses. n If I cannot be honest about myself then I will have great difficulties with relationships.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n When I know myself then I can see my tendencies and my weaknesses. n If I cannot be honest about myself then I will have great difficulties with relationships. n Peter did not see his weaknesses and tried to talk his way into “strength.” He needed to heed Jesus’ warning and His council. (Mt 26:34-35, 40-41)

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Matthew 26:34-35 (NKJV) - Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you that this night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” 35 Peter said to Him, “Even if I have to die with You, I will not deny You!” And so said all the disciples.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Matthew 26:40-41 (NKJV) - Then He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, “What! Could you not watch with Me one hour? 41Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

I must come to know myself to be a servant n If Peter could only see the need that Jesus saw then he could have stood.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Where are your weaknesses towards sin? (Gal 5:19-21)

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Galatians 5:19-21 (NKJV) - Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies,

I must come to know myself to be a servant n 21 envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Those that are battling depression or a poor upbringing must come to understand their tendencies towards losing control of their thoughts and reality.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n Those that are battling depression or a poor upbringing must come to understand their tendencies towards losing control of their thoughts and reality. n When you can see your tendencies then you can prepare to respond to emotional times. You also can communicate to others about your needs.

I must come to know myself to be a servant n When you refuse to see the real issues in your life then you will lash out at others and have others seek to minimize their time around you.

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n What are the needs of a man? (Eph 5:33)

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Ephesians 5:33 (NKJV) - Nevertheless let each one of you in particular so love his own wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Consider this list from a class: a. Trust b. Acceptance c. Appreciation d. Admiration e. Approval f. Encouragement

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n I heard a tape on this subject as a single man and learned a lot about myself.

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n I heard a tape on this subject as a single man and learned a lot about myself. n There are other male related and personality related characteristics that your must learn about yourself! (Ex. I used to beat myself up over personality.)

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n I heard a tape on this subject as a single man and learned a lot about myself. n There are other male related and personality related characteristics that your must learn about yourself! (Ex. I used to beat myself up over personality.) n What are the needs of a woman? (Eph 5:25, 1 Pt 3:7)

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Ephesians 5:25 (NKJV) - Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her,

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n 1 Peter 3:7 (NKJV) - Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Consider this list from a class: a. Caring b. Understanding c. Respect d. Devotion e. Validation f. Reassurance

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Consider this list from a class: a. Caring b. Understanding c. Respect d. Devotion e. Validation f. Reassurance n There are things that a woman will do that a man would never on his own figure out. If a man will listen, then he will be blessed.

I must come to know my mate in order to serve n Consider how men and women deal with stress. When I as a man understand this, then I can with joy give my wife what see needs.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n It is in the heart of a servant that the power of God is found. (Phil 2:1-4)

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Philippians 2:1-4 (NKJV) - Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, 2 fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n 3 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4 Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n We seek to be near a servant that has the love of God.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n To be a servant I must get out of myself. That is a challenge that can only be met by crucifixion. (Lk 9:23-24)

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n n Luke 9:23-24 (NKJV) - Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross £daily, and follow Me. 24 For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Do you look out to your mates needs first? (1 Cor 7:3-5)

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n 1 Corinthians 7:3-5 (NKJV) - Let the husband render to his wife the affection due her, and likewise also the wife to her husband. 4 The wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband does. And likewise the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife does.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n 5 Do not deprive one another except with consent for a time, that you may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again so that Satan does not tempt you because of your lack of self-control.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n I am so glad to be needed and to be able to serve.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n I am so glad to be needed and to be able to serve. n There is no greater joy than to look back on your life and see unselfish service. (Phil 2:17-18)

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Philippians 2:17-18 (NKJV) - Yes, and if I am being poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18 For the same reason you also be glad and rejoice with me.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n I have found great personal strength in remembering the service of my own parents.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n What is keeping you from being a servant?

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n What is keeping you from being a servant? n Are you a Christian?

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n What is keeping you from being a servant? n Are you a Christian? n Are you serving God and involved with His people? (Heb 10:23-25)

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Hebrews 10:23-25 (NKJV) - Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. 24 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, 25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Are you too busy with worldly things?

I must constantly renew my commitment to be a servant n Are you too busy with worldly things? n Are you unable to get out of your own emotional turmoil?

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n As time passes we will clearly see this. (Prov 31:10, 25)

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Proverbs 31:10 (NKJV) - Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Proverbs 31:25 (NKJV) - Strength and honor are her clothing; She shall rejoice in time to come.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Why not take time to talk with those Christians who have had successful marriages. (Ex. Horace Huggins)

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Why not take time to talk with those Christians who have had successful marriages. (Ex. Horace Huggins) n What a blessing to see what we really need and to be able to turn away from those things we do not need.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Why not take time to talk with those Christians who have had successful marriages. (Ex. Horace Huggins) n What a blessing to see what we really need and to be able to turn away from those things we do not need. n Our children and grandchildren will be blessed by God. (Prov 23:24-25)

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Proverbs 23:24-25 (NKJV) - The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise child will delight in him. 25 Let your father and your mother be glad, And let her who bore you rejoice.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n I want to give my children to God. I can! (Prov 22:6)

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV) - Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n How sad to see parents that fail to take advantage of a local church.

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n How sad to see parents that fail to take advantage of a local church. n Are you by faith finding the power of God in your life? (Rom 1:16-17)

God will powerfully bless us if we would let Him n Romans 1:16-17 (NKJV) - For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live by faith.”