Faith, Prayer, and Community Support Events

Nov 8, 2024

Lecture Notes

Opening Worship and Praise

  • The lecture began with a call to worship, emphasizing the greatness and holiness of Yahweh.
  • Key themes included: Great Jehovah, Alpha and Omega, Risen Messiah.
  • Repeated phrases expressing love and reverence for Yahweh and Jesus, highlighting attributes such as "mighty warrior" and "gentle father."

Prayer and Praise

  • A collective prayer session was held for Somalia, focusing on peace and openness to Christian aid.
  • Prayers extended to a Professor Stamets for health recovery, portraying his role and influence in the community as a Criminal Justice program director.
  • Encouragement for community support was emphasized through a planned video greeting.

Sermon by Pastor Billy Roman

  • Pastor Billy Roman spoke on the theme "Today Determines Tomorrow."
    • Origin story: Serves in Antigua and Barbuda, with a mission focus on youth.
    • Emphasis on faith over fear and the importance of attitude in achieving God's promises.
  • Biblical Reference: Story of the 12 spies sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land (Numbers 13:27-33).
    • Key Message: Your attitude determines your altitude.
    • Encouragement to not let fear overshadow faith.

Main Points from Pastor Billy's Message

  1. Attitude's Impact: Believing in God's promises despite challenges.
  2. Faith Over Fear: Trust in God and His plans, not in fear or negative reports.
  3. Obedience Opens Doors: Today's obedience leads to future opportunities.
  4. Dependence on God: Trust that God goes before us and opens doors that no one can close.
  5. Unique Identity: Understanding one’s spiritual identity beyond cultural or geographical origins.

Announcements and Campus Events

  • Clothing Drive: Ongoing until November 8th.
  • World Outreach Week (WOW): Missions Experience event scheduled next week.
  • Giving Project: Focus on feeding children worldwide. $10 feeds a child for a month.
  • Homecoming: Scheduled for Saturday, with a call to vote for Homecoming King and Queen.

Encouragement and Closing Remarks

  • Reflection on the message that obedience today can open doors for tomorrow.
  • An invitation to students to think about small daily acts of obedience that could lead to significant future opportunities.
  • Reminder of the power of prayer and community support in difficult times.