If you’ve been trying to stay afloat in the storms of life. . .if you need encouragement for the battles you’re in. . .then. . .tonight’s teaching is just for you.

Mark 4:35-40 in the Amplified Bible says:

“35 On that same day [when] evening had come, He said to them, Let us go over to the other side [of the lake].

36 And leaving the throng, they took Him with them, [just] as He was, in the boat [in which He was sitting]. And other boats were with Him.

37 And a furious storm of wind [of hurricane proportions] arose, and the waves kept beating into the boat, so that it was already becoming filled.

38 But He [Himself] was in the stern [of the boat], asleep on the [leather] cushion; and they awoke Him and said to Him, Master, do You not care that we are perishing?

39 And He arose and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Hush now! Be still (muzzled)! And the wind ceased (sank to rest as if exhausted by its beating) and there was [immediately] a great calm (a perfect peacefulness).

40 He said to them, Why are you so timid and fearful? How is it that you have no faith (no firmly relying trust)?”

No matter how spiritual you are or aren’t. . .there will come a time in your life when the storm clouds will fill your horizon, darkening the view of your destination, beating your ship of state. . .making you wonder whether you will survive the winds and the rain.

If you draw a breath. . .you’re considered dangerous to the devil. . .you will face a crisis in life from time to time.

The question is not whether or not you will face a crisis but rather how you will respond to it.

But in every crisis. . .you can find opportunity.

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10.  You should never say “I’ll try.” In life you either do or you don’t. Saying “I’ll try” is either a lack of confidence or a lack of desire.

  9.  Look for something good in every person you meet...and you'll find it.

  8.  Spiritual renewal is not a sometimes thing.  It’s not just an emergency solution. . .it’s a lifestyle.

  7.  Don’t fret about being slow to speak. . .because it just gives God the opportunity to tell you what to say. Ex 4:10-11

  6.  When you listen more than you talk. . .you gain a good reputation. Proverbs 21:28

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  5.  Our situation will change when we change.

  4.  Problems are delaying tactics of the enemy. He wants to keep you from enjoying the rewards and benefits God has in store for you.

  3.  If you mess up (sin), fess up (confess your sins), get up (turn yourself around) and move on (start living for Him again).

  2.  The race doesn't always go to the fastest runner but to the one who never gives up or quits.

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  1.  What you visualize is what you create. . .what you think about is what you get and what you speak about. . .you become.

I’ve been teaching people how to get out of debt for 30 years.  I was doing so before it was cool, fashionable or even profitable.

Over the years, I’ve resisted the temptation to align myself with financial planners, insurance agents, real estate brokers and others in the financial professions to make money off referrals from those who follow this ministry.  I have at times recommended them as good … but not for a profit.

The Bible is an instruction manual for success. . .revealing how to walk in God’s blessing flow and experience the good life He envisions for us.  It’s all in the Word.

God’s instructions are not situational. . .they don’t vary based on current economic conditions, which party is in power, your personal circumstances or  unrest anywhere in the world.  The principles in his Word are clear and absolute.  This is important to know … now more then ever.

If you want to experience God’s power. . .you must know His Word.

Matthew 22:29 is so powerful that I’m going to read it to you in four translations because if you get nothing else but this scripture then this teaching would have accomplished its purpose.

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10.  The Holy Spirit is a genius...if you listen to His voice...follow His instruction...He will make you smarter than you are.  Psalm 119:98-100; I John 2:27

  9.  Change your words to His words and you will change your world.

  8.  God wouldn't tell us to speak to the mountain in Mark 11:23 unless He knew our words would move the mountain.

  7.  People's perception of you will determine if you get the promotion, raise, bonus or whether or not what you say...matters.

  6.  When God gives you a big dream. . .you don't have time to sweat the small stuff.

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  5.  The enemy likes to remind you of your past sins even when God has forgiven and forgotten them.  Don't let him.

  4.  If you make the Forbes list of the richest people...but your family is falling apart...what have you really accomplished?  Mark 8:36

  3.  You have the mind of Christ (1 Cor 2:16) so ask God to stir in you a supernatural creativity beyond your natural imagination.

  2.  How do you move from where you are to where you should be? Stimulate your mind with exciting ideas...saturate your thoughts with God's word.

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  1.  God doesn’t respond to your needs...He responds to your faith and His words which you speak in faith.

I’ve got a word for you. . .whatever you’ve been believing God for. . .it’s going to happen.

It’s not a question of if. . .but when.

I remember when my fine wife, Bev, shared a scripture with me that ignited in my spirit and strengthened my belief that . . . whatever you’re believing for. . .trusting God for is going to happen. . .is going to manifest.

1 Chronicles 28:20 in The Living Bible says:

“Then he continued, “Be strong and courageous and get to work. Don’t be frightened by the size of the task, for the Lord my God is with you; he will not forsake you. He will see to it that everything is finished correctly."

In this powerful verse. . .we find seven reasons what you’re believing for. . .is going to happen.

1.     Be strong

In 1 Chronicles 28:20 the Hebrew word for strong is chazaq (ha zak) (H2388) and it means:

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10.  Never focus on anyone or anything that shouldn't be in your destiny.

  9.  When you just don’t know what to do next. . .God always does.

  8.  The Lord doesn't ask about your ability, only your availability and if you prove your dependability, the Lord will increase your capability.

  7.  The best way to watch the words coming out of your mouth. . .is by watching the words going into your mind.  Eph 4:29 AMP

  6.  Be careful not to make the fatal mistake of placing God in a position below your creditors. First things first.

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  5.  Get out of debt. . .so you’re not “. . .a slave to the moneylenders.” Proverbs 22:7 CEV

  4.  God wants us alive and about His business of occupying (Luke 19:13) wherever we are and whatever we’re doing.                                                            

  3.  God wants you to believe in possibilities, not limitations. He wants you living in excellence not excuses 2 Peter 1:5.

  2.  God’s desire is to expand your territory. . .enlarge your borders. . .move you from where you are to a new level of success through Him.

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  1.  LOL. . .“Even a fish wouldn't get into trouble if he kept his mouth shut.” Anonymous

As you looked at the title of this teaching...you might assume that I'm going to teach on the second coming of Jesus.  Not true.

Many of you know already that I don’t spend a lot of time reading, wondering or worrying about the end-times.

I’m more concerned about growing up in Jesus than going up to meet Him.  If I live the kind of life I should. . .then I will never have to worry about going up.

I think everybody would agree. . .Jesus is coming soon. . .He’s coming for His bride without spot or wrinkle. . .if you’ve been born again and are living a righteous life. . .you’re going up to meet Him. . .whenever He comes.

So I’m ready. . .to go up. . .when He shows up.  How about you?

However, God expects us to be prepared to facilitate His return and the advancement of His Kingdom here on earth while we’re here.

Here are two quotes to stir our faith and expand our vision.”

President Abraham Lincoln once said: