CRC Church Service Highlights - July 23, 3rd Term Kickoff

General Announcements

• Kickoff of Term 3 of CRC Bible School: July 23 - September 10
  • Virtual classes available
  • Missed sessions can be watched later via the website: CRCChurch.com
• Dream Week extended: September 24 - 27
  • Early bird tickets available
  • Theme: Reawakening dreams with faith in God
• Welcome to new members and visitors
  • New Members Orientation: July 23 and July 28
  • Importance of being planted in the church community: Psalm 92

Sermon Notes

Introduction

• Theme: Emphasizing the importance of God-ordained placement and spiritual growth
• Key Verse: 2 Samuel 5
• Importance of asking for God's direction and His strategic planning in our lives

Key Teaching Points

1. Being Planted Where God Puts You

   • Growth and blessings come when we're where God wants us
   • Accepting guidance from your assigned shepherd (pastor)

2. The Lord's Prayer

   • Emphasizing daily dependence on God
   • Seeking forgiveness and offering it to others
   • Praying for deliverance from evil and temptation

3. Praise and Worship

   • Songs of praise for God's new mercies every morning
   • Our response should be praise and thanks for God's goodness and promises
   • Worship as a communal and individual expression of faith and gratitude

4. Importance of Living a Life Guided by the Holy Spirit

   • Living inwardly focused on God's indwelling presence, not outward circumstances
   • Importance of inquiring from God daily for fresh guidance
   • Being quick to act on God's instructions

5. Breaking Through with God’s Strategy

   • Example: David's victories in 2 Samuel 5
   • Inquiring specifically about God's direction before taking action
   • Emphasizing inward spiritual awareness over outward situations
   • God's breakthrough likened to a breakthrough of water—always powerful and timely

6. Wisdom and Strategy from God

   • Importance of obtaining and applying wisdom daily
   • Wisdom as practical and tied to implementing well-informed strategies
   • Example: Strategic planning in business, surgery, or legal matters

7. Faith and God's Promises

   • Trusting in God's promises and planning devoid of doubt
   • New ideas and strategies come from prayer and seeking God's wisdom
   • Encouragement to pursue God actively for guidance in every aspect of life

Conclusion

• Take responsibility for your spiritual life and future
• Active pursuit of God's guidance and wisdom in everyday life
• Encouragement to be engaged in church activities and fellowship

Final Encouragement

• Pastor emphasized the transformative power of God is accessible to all
• The importance of communal praise and being spiritually prepared for God’s blessings
• Reminder to remain steadfast and active in the faith, continually seeking God’s wisdom and direction

Final Prayer and Altar Call

• Emphasis on having a personal relationship with Jesus
• Call for new believers to come forward, receive prayer, and integrate into the church family
• Assurance of God's love and forgiveness for all who seek Him

Fundraising and Offering

• Encouragement to support church missions and outreach programs

Closing Hymn and Worship

• Uplifting and communal worship to end the service