Jerry shared his reflections on trusting in the Lord and the importance of having the mind of Christ. Jerry emphasized that believers possess the mind of Christ, which allows them to align their thoughts with God's will. He referenced several scriptures, including Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages trusting in the Lord rather than relying on one's own understanding. Jerry recounted personal challenges, including financial pressures and a leaking hot water heater, which led him to realize how often he depended on his own reasoning instead of seeking God's guidance. He highlighted the significance of submitting one's thoughts to the Lord and the dangers of leaning on natural reasoning, as illustrated by the story of Abraham and Sarah. Jerry concluded by urging the congregation to trust God in all circumstances, reminding them that true peace comes from laying their concerns before Him and seeking His purpose in their lives. He encouraged everyone to remember that God is always with them, even in difficult times, and to rely on His sufficiency.
Introduction and prayer of gratitude
Possession of the mind of Christ
Importance of trusting in the Lord (Proverbs 3:5-6)
Personal challenges and reliance on God's guidance
Submission of thoughts to the Lord
Illustration from Abraham and Sarah's story
Encouragement to trust God in all circumstances
Conclusion: God's presence and sufficiency
16 For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.
5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
27 But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.
28 And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.
6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.