Jesus Clubs -- "The Next Jesus Movement" with Pastor Allan and Pastor Lili.  They have a heart for God and are leading clubs in our local schools where kids are coming to faith in Jesus Christ.  Lili's story is that she came to Jesus in high school.  When she was 16 years old Lili struggled with anxiety, identity, and did not know her worth.  Allan was 19 years old when he gave his life to the Lord.  Allan got in trouble a lot.  When he was 14 years old he got involved with drugs.  But at 21 years old Allan got involved with Brian Barcelona where they did Jesus Clubs and saw thousands of high schoolers coming to Jesus.  They saw God doing it in LA and now Orange County.  They tell them all about the love of God and the stories are amazing.

This story will make you think -- Where was I at that age?  Listen to JJ's story.  JJ started at 2nd grade when her grandparents raised her.  She never felt good enough. JJ experienced bullying at 4th grade and tried to take her life.  She was so angry so JJ became a bully too.  Nothing could fill the hole in JJ's heart.  JJ's story goes into dealing with hurt and forgiveness.  God is taking JJ to be a model for Jesus.

Tammy, a faithful prayer walker, connected with local junior high kids who initially teased her for jay-walking, sparking a friendship through donuts, prayers, and honest conversation. She told them, “I’m not just a jay-walker, I’m a JESUS walker,” which deeply impacted them. This led to the launch of a Jesus Club at their school, where students now gather weekly to learn about Christ. Inspired by the story, Christian artists from across the U.S. joined forces to create the JWALKER Comic Book Series, tackling real teen struggles and pointing to Jesus as the answer. What began with one woman’s prayers has grown into a movement reaching the next generation—and now God is calling others to join in.  

What is the right way to handle offense?  In the story of Stephen in Acts 7 he stood for what is right.  God will show you the truth.  God gives us a glimpse of eternity and the strength to stand for truth.  Our actions are a testimony.  And forgiveness is at the heart of the unoffended.  So Forgive other's words, keep moving, let love smother pain and let Jesus be our defense.  

Definition of offended.  Resentful or annoyed, typically as a result of a perceived insult.  Offense is the bait the enemy uses to trap us.  He will use people's words and actions to get our minds churning and stir up our emotions.  Steps to avoid offense:  1) Be smart.  Don't take the bait.  2) Forgive.  Because Jesus said to.  Unforgiveness is a heavy burden to carry.  3) There is not a limit to forgiveness.

What causes a person to feel offended?  Hurt, envy, jealousy, and misunderstanding will lead to an offended spirit.  Pastor Tammy tells the story of Joseph and his set up for leadership.  Steps for not taking Offense: 1.  Pause before reacting 2.  Seek understanding 3.  Live with gratitude 4.  Self-reflection 5.  Practice forgiveness

The definition of offended is resentful or annoyed, typically as a result of a perceived insult.  The Latin root is to provoke, or displease, hurt or upset.  Offense occurs when we feel personally attacked y someone else's words or actions.  Pastor Tammy gives us insight into what the bible says about this  and how to become unoffendable. How are you going to respond?

How to rejoice with others when you are still waiting for your miracle.   Romans 12:15  Paul exhorts "Rejoice with those who rejoice."

What role does faith have in my miracle?  Miracles take an act of faith.

Do miracles still happen today? The definition of a miracle is an event of God's providence, in which the outcome goes beyond what the natural properties of the created things involved could have produced. Never stop asking and believing God for your miracle....

Join us in praying for our nation for the November 5, 2024 election.   2 Chronicles 20

CROWNS AND REWARDS! What are the different types of crowns in heaven in the bible?  Throughout the letters of the New Testament, five crowns receive attention. 1. The Crown of Life 2. The Crown of Righteousness 3. The Crown of Glory 4. The Crown of Victory 5. The Crown of Rejoicing

What will I do in Heaven? 1. Have communion with Jesus. 2. Fellowship 3. We will worship in heaven. 4. We will serve in heaven 5. We will work in heaven. 6. We will rest in heaven. 7. We will rule and reign with Christ.

Heavens??? Where is heaven? Three Heavens?   1.  The Atmospheric Heaven - The First Heaven 2.  The Celestial Heaven - The Second Heaven 3.  Heaven...The Home of God - The Third Heaven 

Can I know for sure I'm going to Heaven? If there is a heaven, is there a hell? What will I do in heaven? Can good works get me to heaven? Do dogs really go to heaven? Do we go there right after we die?

If you’re here for the first time go back and listen to the other four podcasts in this series - Relationship Connection.#1 Relationship Connection Spiritual#2 Relationship Connection Colleague#3 Relationship Connection Family#4 Relationship Connection Romance#5 Relationship Connection Companion This series is about what brought you together.The definition of Companion is:  One that accompanies another, a comrade, an associate, a traveling companion or you share a common interest and enjoy one another’s company.It is important to hear all five of these.The biblical characters for today is David and Abigail in 1 Samuel 25.Coaching Tips:1.  Drawn together by a personal and emotional connection but you must continue to develop your interest to stay connected.2.  One of you will excel at various abilities over the other.  Your relationship is not meant to be a competition but a connection.  Find new ways to grow your interest so you don't outgrow one another.3.  Companions love being together but remember you need other friends and relationships to be healthy.  Look for new ways to be healthy and whole.4.  Companions are drawn together by mutual interest or desire but often they confuse connection with love.  You must find ways to deepen your relationship emotionally.

There are things that bring us together and people come together with a romantic connection.  Don’t compare yourself with others.  The definition of romance is a person who has deep feelings and they think a lot about love.  In the bible you can read about Hannah and Elkinah who had a deep love for each other.  Coaching Steps:1.  Love and affection come natural for you but not for everyone.  Be aware of your environment.2.  Stay committed to your relationship so your passion doesn’t turn somewhere else.3.  Be mindful not to expect your partner to always fill your cup.  You must have other ways to feel whole.4.  Remember all relationships go through stages and phases.  Don’t expect them all to be the same.

Relation Connection FamilyThe first two relation connections were Spiritual and Colleagues.  If you have not listened to them go back and check out the first two episodes.  Today is Family.  The definition of family is support, love and caring for family, members providing security and a sense of belonging, open communication making each person in the family feel important, valued, respected and esteemed.  The bible story we want to use here is Ruth and Boaz.  They cared about family.  You can find the story in the Book of Ruth.  Coaching Tips:1.  Remain committed to your family and stay in the game.  Commitment is a decision you make.  When you have a struggle find ways to work through the struggle.2.  Open your eyes to the needs of others in your family.  Am I going to get involved and help without igniting a fire?  Ask a question vs. making a statement.  Stay flexible and don’t get offended.3.  Honor and respect one another.  I am going to treat you better.  How do you build a healthy relationship with someone close to you?  Be slow to speak and quick to listen.4.  Create a sense of unity in the family.  Give them things to look back on for stability.  Create things for them to do.

Relation Connection  -  ColleagueThe definition of colleague means you work well together and not in competition with each other, share a common goal, have each others back and need each other to achieve your goal.In the bible is the colleague story of Aquila and Priscilla.  Did they work well together?  Action Steps1.  Remember your relationship isn’t a competition.  Find ways to bless each other.  Share and respect each other and respect each others specialty.  2.  Be open-minded about new ideas and strategies.  Don’t hold onto the past or you will cripple yourself for the future.3.  Take a risk to grow.

Relation Connection - Spiritual How many of you watch couples?  We come together for a variety of reasons.  The definition of relate is the way in which two people connect.  What makes a healthy relationship?  1.  Mutual respect, 2.  Trust, 3.  Honesty, 4.  Compromise.   Coaching Tips1.  What brought you together in the first place?2.  Let go of unforgiveness.3.  Pray together.4.  Don’t stop growing.This series will be in 5 areas.  1.  Spiritual 2.  Colleague3.  Family Connection4.  Companion Connection 5.  Romantic