Gateway Church
It's a new year, and it’s time for a fresh start! During First Conference, each of our guest speakers is bringing an awesome message that you won’t want to miss. Today's message, "Confidence in Crisis," comes from Dr. Tom Mullins.
I have found the secret of peace and confidence in times of crisis.
Philippians 4:13 NKJV
Acts 9:1-6 NIV
Acts 9:17-18 NIV
Suddenly, a distant God became personal.
John 10:4 NIV
John 10:27 NIV
Paul’s 1st Revelation: Everyone can hear the voice of God.
Confidence comes from wise counsel.
When you have the voice of God guiding you, you can face any challenge with confidence.
Ephesians 3:17-19 NIV
Nothing can separate us from His love.
Romans 8:38-39 NIV
2nd Revelation: Everyone can know the love of God.
Paul found security in God’s love.
When you are secure in His love, it strengthens your confidence!
3rd Revelation: Paul realized the presence of God was no longer confined to the temple.
Everyone can experience the presence of God.
Romans 8:31 NIV
Paul’s confidence was rooted in these divine revelations:
The voice of God would guide him.
The love of God would encourage him.
The presence of God would protect him.
Philippians 4:4-8 NIV
1st Key: Praise & Worship
Psalm 22:3 – God inhabits the praises of His people.
Praise lifts our faith to look beyond our circumstances.
Praise declares that all things are under God’s authority.
Romans 8:28 NIV
2nd Key: Prayer
James 4:8 NKJV
Prayer positions us to hear the voice of God.
Prayer is our best defense against anxiety.
3rd Key: Focus
Proverbs 23:7 KJV
What we focus on we become.
The voice of God will guide you.
The love of God will comfort you.
The presence of God will protect you.
Philippians 4:13 NKJV
Your confidence in Christ is the winning edge for 2021.
What is the Holy Spirit saying to me through this message?