Aug 11, 2024
God’s Work in Strange Places
By: Phil Peacock
Series: (All)
Genesis 28:10-22
As Jacob, the son of Isaac, was traveling alone from Beersheba to Haran, God gave him a vision during the night. Through an image of angels going up and down a staircase reaching to heaven, God revealed the good work He would do in that barren land through Jacob and his descendants. God often uses us to do His work in strange places , as well.
- God often works in strange and desolate places.
- It’s God’s prerogative to call us into that work with Him.
- God gives us everything we need to be a blessing to others.
- In following God’s plan for our lives, we are forever blessed.
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- Aug 11, 2024God’s Work in Strange Places
Aug 11, 2024God’s Work in Strange PlacesBy: Phil PeacockSeries: (All)Genesis 28:10-22 As Jacob, the son of Isaac, was traveling alone from Beersheba to Haran, God gave him a vision during the night. Through an image of angels going up and down a staircase reaching to heaven, God revealed the good work He would do in that barren land through Jacob and his descendants. God often uses us to do His work in strange places , as well.
- God often works in strange and desolate places.
- It’s God’s prerogative to call us into that work with Him.
- God gives us everything we need to be a blessing to others.
- In following God’s plan for our lives, we are forever blessed.
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- Feel good about who you are. Nurture your Christ-like character.
- Feel good about what you are doing. Know that your ministry matters.
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- Feel good about how you are doing it. Do God’s work God’s way.
- Know that God is in control. His purposes are right and His plans cannot be derailed. Live today in light of eternity.
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