Avoiding Distractions

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  Memo to God's Elect To: God's Elect From: Pst. JK. Woodall, Ph.D. Subject: Staying Focused on Jesus and Avoiding Distractions Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we journey through our faith walk, it is crucial to stay vigilant against distractions that can draw our focus away from Jesus Christ. I would like to offer you some insights and reminders to help you stay centered on our Lord. The Dangers of Shiny Objects - External Allure : Just as the Nachash (often translated as "serpent" or "snake," but also meaning "shiny one") in the Garden of Eden distracted Eve with its cunning and appealing appearance, we too can encounter shiny objects that divert our attention from God's will. *"But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ" (2 Corinthians 11:3).* - Temple's Splendor : The gleaming splendor of the Second Temple wa
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Surrendering to God's Sovereignty: Lessons on Humility and the Illusion of Earthly Power

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 Subtitle: It's Not About Their Power, But All About God's Sovereignty

Throughout history, kings and kingdoms have risen and fallen. Some have ruled with wisdom and justice, while others have oppressed their people and pursued their own selfish ambitions. But in the midst of it all, there is one constant: God's sovereignty over all things.

In the book of Isaiah, we see the story of the king of Assyria, who boasted of his power and threatened to conquer Jerusalem. But God intervened and saved his people, reminding them that it was not the king's power, but God's sovereignty that prevailed. (Isaiah 37:33-35)

Similarly, in the book of Exodus, we read of Pharaoh's arrogance and refusal to release the Israelites from slavery. But God showed his power and sovereignty through the plagues that he sent upon Egypt, eventually leading to the Israelites' freedom. (Exodus 7-12)

Even the great King Nebuchadnezzar, who had conquered many nations and boasted of his power, was humbled by God and removed from his throne until he acknowledged God's sovereignty. (Daniel 4:28-37)

These stories remind us that even the most powerful kings and kingdoms are subject to God's sovereignty. He may allow them to prosper for a time, even if their actions are opposed to his will, in order to accomplish a greater purpose. But in the end, it is God who determines the rise and fall of nations, and it is our duty to acknowledge his sovereignty over all things. (Proverbs 21:1)

As we reflect on these stories, we are reminded of the importance of humility over pride. It's not about our power, but all about God's sovereignty. When we choose to acknowledge God and fall under his control and righteousness, we can be assured that we are on the right path. (Isaiah 45:22-24)

So let us choose God over self-pride and acknowledge his sovereignty over all things. Let us trust in his power and wisdom, and seek to follow his will in all that we do. For in doing so, we can be assured that we are on the path of righteousness, and that God's sovereignty will prevail in all things.

In His service,


JK. Woodall, Ph.D. 

Senior Pastor, Revival Center Hesperia.

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