Victory is certain with God

“… Be strong!  Take courage!  Don’t be intimidated by the king of Assyria… He has a bunch of mere men; we have our God to help us and fight for us!” 2 Chronicles 32:6-8, MSG

With mere men on your side, failure is likely; with mighty God on your side, victory is certain.

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Good, right, and true.

"Hezekiah carried out this work and kept it up everywhere in Judah. He was the very best—good, right, and true before his God. Everything he took up, whether it had to do with worship in God’s Temple or the carrying out of God’s Law and Commandments, he did well in a spirit of prayerful worship. He was a great success." +2 Chronicles 31:20-21, (MSG)

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Good, right and true: The attributes of success; the attributes that touch God's heart.  

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God has chosen you!

"...God has chosen you to take your place before him to serve in conducting and leading worship - this is your life work; make sure you do it and do it well." +2 Chronicles 29:10-11, +MSG

No, you may not be called to lead worship, but you've been called.  Whatever gifts and talents God has bestowed upon you, (and we all have them), are part of who you are and what you have to offer as worship to our almighty God.  So, share your gifts and talents - they are your life's work; make sure you share them and share them well!

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Time out!

“… Stop right where you are and listen!...”

+2 Chronicles 28:9-11, MSG

Life been a mess lately?  Yes?  Well, time out!  God is trying to talk to you… listen!!

Arrogance and pride

“But then the strength and success went to his head.  Arrogant and proud he fell…” +2 Chronicles 26:16-18, MSG

Arrogance and pride:  Two characteristics guaranteed to lead one to their downfall.

There is only One that can make or break you.

“… you go by yourself and be strong.  God and God only has the power to help or hurt your cause.” +2 Chronicles 25:7-8, MSG

Fear not of any man on Earth or devil in Hell when you step out into the unknown – when you step out into a new endeavor.  There is only One that can make or break your success, His name is God, and He alone has the last and final say in all that you embark on.

Ignoring the advice

… God sent prophets to straighten them out, warning of judgment.  But nobody paid attention…” +2 Chronicles 24:17-19, MSG

When you’ve hear the same advice, criticism, or warning from more than one trusted, reliable, educated person, then maybe it is time to listen – maybe God is trying to tell you something.  So now would be a great time to seek God and ask him to show, (tell), you what your next steps should be, otherwise you might end up kicking yourself in the fanny for ignoring the warnings.

The more you pour into God

“… Believe firm in God, your God, and your lives will be firm!...” +2 Chronicles 20:20, MSG

The more you pour yourself into God, the more He’ll pour himself into you.

Wise words for America's leaders and a reminder for Americans

For those that are leading America, (or getting ready to lead America):

"... Live in fear of God - be most careful, for God hates dishonesty, partiality, and bribery... " +2 Chronicles 19:5-7, 8-10, MSG

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For Americans:

"... God's word: Don't be afraid; don't pay any mind to this vandal horde.  This is God's war, not yours... You won't have to lift a hand in this battle; just stand firm... Don't be afraid, don't waver... God is with you." +2 Chronicles 20:14-17, MSG

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Words of advice.

"Then Jehoshaphat said, "But before you do anything, ask God for guidance."" +2 Chronicles 18:4, +MSG

Wise words - heed them!

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Human help vs. God's help

"... You were foolish to go for human help when you could have had God's help.  Now you're in trouble - one round of war after another." +2 Chronicles 16:7-9, +MSG

When you forego God in your endeavors and prayer requests, you forego victory in your endeavors and prayer requests.  

+Charles Spurgeon
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Let's get America back

Let's get America back by seeking God



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A wise reminder to our leaders!

“… don’t fight against God, the God of your ancestors.  You will not win this battle.” +2 Chronicles 13:12, MSG

A wise reminder to our leaders:

Taking God out of America is the beginning of a sure and humiliating defeat!

The secret to being a great leader.

“They said, “If you will be a servant to this people, be considerate of their needs and respond with compassion, work things out with them, they’ll end up doing anything for you.”” +2 Chronicles 10:7, MSG

Great leaders start by serving others first.

What fear?

1 John 4:18 () There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. NIV #Bible http://www.mydailybible.org/dv/niv/2016-10-18.htm

Your beautiful body

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"... And the Glory of God filled the Temple..."
 +2 Chronicles 7:1-3, +MSG 

You are God's Temple - open your heart and let him fill you with his glory

Never doubt God!

"... God has done what he said he would do..." +2 Chronicles 6:10-11, +MSG

What God speaks to your heart is exactly what God will make sure comes to pass: God never lies, His Word never fails, and His promises will never be broken.  What God says he will do, will be done.

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God is good!

“Yes! God is good!  His loyal loves goes on forever!” +2 Chronicles 5:11-13 +MSG

God is good!  God is loyal!  God is forever!!  He never stops loving each and every one of us!

To the best of your ability

“The house I am building has to be the best, for God is the best…” #2 Chronicles 2:5 MSG

Whatever you’ve been given to do in life needs to be done to the absolute best of your abilities, because whatever you’re given to do comes from God and He is worthy of all our best efforts.  

Remember, God only gives you endeavors and directions that He knows you will excel in.  So what you may think is impossible, isn’t! God won't set you up to do it if you can't do it, and God won't set you up for it if you aren't the one with the abilities do the best job possible!

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It's our turn to bless God

^10-13 David blessed God in full view of the entire congregation:

Blessed are you, God of Israel, our father
    from of old and forever.
To you, O God, belong the greatness and the might,
    the glory, the victory, the majesty, the splendor;
Yes! Everything in heaven, everything on earth;
    the kingdom all yours! You’ve raised yourself high over all.
Riches and glory come from you,
    you’re ruler over all;
You hold strength and power in the palm of your hand
    to build up and strengthen all.
And here we are, O God, our God, giving thanks to you,
    praising your splendid Name.

1 Chronicles 29:10-13The Message (MSG)

Now it is our turn.  Let’s lift our hands and bless God out loud! 

For all he’s done for us, it’s the least we can do!

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Hearts and motives

“… God examines every heart and sees through every motive…” 1 Chronicles 28:9-10 MSG

How’s your heart?  How’s your motives?  Do you have a clear conscience when you go to bed at night?  Do you feel like you’ve brought a smile to anybody’s face lately?  Well, if you heart is dark and your motives are shady then it’s time to kick it into high gear and get on board with God.  So, dig in to the Word, pray without ceasing, repent for your wrongs, forgive those that have wronged you, and let bygones be bygones; cleanse your heart of all unrighteousness and let the glory of Christ fill you, surround you, and love you to wholeness.  And, soon, my friend, your nights will be filled with peace, your heart will be filled with joy, and your motives will be fueled by knowing that you are helping someone else.

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Courage and boldness

"... And may God also give you discernment and understanding when he puts you in charge of Israel so that you will rule in reverent obedience under God's Revelation.  That's what will make you successful, following the directions and doing the things that God commanded Moses for Israel.  Courage!  Take charge!  Don't be timid; don't hold back..."  

1 Chronicles 22:11-16

Courage and boldness: Characteristics necessary to bring others to Christ and to make a difference in this world.  

Courage

"... Courage!  We'll fight might antd main for our people and for the cities of our god.  And God will do whatever he sees needs doing!" 1 Chronicles 9-13 MSG

Courage is to step out and do what you can do, and trust God do what you cannot do.

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Spiritual leadership

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God never quits

“… and pass the word among the nations, “God reigns!”… Give thanks to God – he is good and his love never quits…” 1 Chronicles 30-33 MSG

One: God reigns – he is the One and Only.

Two:  God never stops loving you.

Hence, no matter how many mistakes you’ve made, and will make, God will never stop loving you, nor will he stop from giving you the blessings in life that he’s had planned out for you since before you were ever born.

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What God blesses

“… Because you have blessed it, God, it’s really blessed – blessed for good!” 1 Chronicles 17:16-27 MSG

When God blesses, no man on earth or devil in hell can stop it from being a blessing.

Strength

“Because God helped the Levites, strengthening them as they carried the chest of the covenant of God…” 1 Chronicles 15:25-28

Strength: 

Our gift for loving and worshiping God.

Leadership

"David consulted... Then David addressed...". "David prayed to God... God answered..." 

(1 Chronicles 13-14; 1 Chronicles 14:10)

David was one of the greatest God-fearing leaders in the bible, and we need more men and women like him.  So, why don't we follow suit and start seeking wise counsel before deciding human fate and praying to God before stepping out and trying to fight battles that probably don't need to be fought?  I think a lot less lives would be ruined and people would start standing together as one again.

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When God is on your side

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Disobedience towards God

1 Chronicles 10:13-14The Message (MSG)

13-14 Saul died in disobedience, disobedient to God. He didn’t obey God’s words. Instead of praying, he went to a witch to seek guidance. Because he didn’t go to God for help, God took his life and turned the kingdom over to David son of Jesse.

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