{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67606b0c272fba937cc1af46/679ee3fef0c4d1869129fa05?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"✊ CAUSES - Something to Live and Die For — Bro. Philip Laurence Thomas","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67606b0c272fba937cc1af46/1738465869508-bb172c0b-608f-45af-be87-24aeca50af84.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>🗡🛡 GOD'S WORD -‭‭ <em>‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭17‬:‭29‬ ‭KJV‬‬</em></p><p><em>“And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?”</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SUMMARY</strong></p><p>~ Living and Dying for a Greater Purpose</p><p>~ Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Cause</p><p>In this engaging conversation, the host Philip Lawrence Thomas leads a group of men in a discussion centered around causes that people are willing to live and die for. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding one's purpose and the ultimate cause of God's kingdom, illustrated through the biblical story of David and Goliath. The participants are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and the causes they stand for, ultimately challenging them to live boldly for God's cause.</p><p><br></p><p>⚔️ People are willing to die for many causes, but there is no greater cause to live and die for than for the cause of Jesus Christ. His cause is a cause of love, loving God, and loving people. So maybe not live a selfish and self-centered life, but may we give ourselves for something greater than ourselves because there is a cause that has eternal ramifications and rewards that we should be willing to live and to die for, Jesus Christ.</p><p><br></p><p>To God and Jesus Christ be the glory forever, amen!! 🙌</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SOUND BITES</strong></p><p>\"You can't put the fire out with gasoline.\"</p><p>\"I come to you in the name of the Lord.\"</p><p>\"Don't be afraid to stand for God's cause.\"</p><p>\"You are more than a conqueror.\"</p><p>\"If I got your heart, I got you.\"</p><p><br></p><p><strong>TAKEAWAYS</strong></p><p>People are willing to die for various causes, including family, religion, and sports.</p><p>God's cause is the ultimate cause that believers should stand for.</p><p>The story of David and Goliath exemplifies standing up for God's cause.</p><p>When we stand for God's cause, we can do miraculous things.</p><p>Love, joy, and the Holy Spirit are our weapons.</p><p>We must be willing to sacrifice for God’s cause.</p><p>If we follow Christ, He will give us a cause.</p><p>Our heart must be aligned with God's cause.</p><p>Victory is guaranteed when we stand for God.</p><p>Repentance is the first step to joining God's cause.</p><p>We must choose heavenly causes over earthly ones.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Gathering</p><p>02:56 The Anticipation of Revival</p><p>06:13 Understanding Causes: What People Live and Die For</p><p>12:05 The Greater Cause: God's Kingdom</p><p>18:09 David and Goliath: A Cause Worth Fighting For</p><p>30:25 Standing for God's Cause</p><p>32:47 Understanding the Concept of a Cause</p><p>35:43 The Power of Love and Sacrifice</p><p>39:54 The Heart of the Matter</p><p>42:52 The Ultimate Cause: Jesus Christ</p><p>45:20 How to Begin: Repentance and Faith</p><p>47:48 Living for Something Greater</p><p>50:43 The Importance of a Greater Why</p><p>54:02 Faith in Action</p><p>59:12 Choosing Heavenly Over Earthly Causes</p><p><br></p><p>🌟 If you would like prayer 🙏 or a personal Bible Study 📖, email us at: isi.ironsharpenethiron@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p>#ISIofCWC</p><p>#MenOfJesusChrist</p><p>#FaithFellowshipFriendsFoodFun</p><p>#MensMessages</p><p>#GodsWord</p><p>#GoodInfluence</p><p>#Diversity</p><p>#GetUpOneMoreTime</p><p>#ChristJesusIsMakingTheDifference</p><p>#ObeyActs2:38</p><p>#CalvaryWorshipCenter</p><p>#OneManSharpensAnother</p><p><br></p><p>God bless you!</p>","author_name":"Iron Sharpeneth Iron of CWC"}