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Page 1: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

Unyielding FaithLIVE NOW

Page 2: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

LIVE NOW

Unyielding Faith

“And without faith it is impossible to please God,

because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

earnestly seek him.”Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)

Page 3: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of

your faith develops perseverance.”

James 1:2-3 (NIV)

Page 4: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding FaithTwo Examples

1. Paul and Silas – Acts 16:19-342. Shadrach, Meshach and

Abednego – Daniel 3:1-30

Page 5: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

UNYIELDING FAITH IS A CHOICE WE MAKE TO...1.Focus on Jesus

Page 6: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the

right hand of the throne of God.”

Hebrews 12:2 (NIV)

Page 7: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“It was by faith that Moses left the land of Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger. He kept right on going because he kept his

eyes on the one who is invisible.”

Hebrews 11:27 (NLT)

Page 8: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

UNYIELDING FAITH IS A CHOICE WE MAKE TO...1.Focus on Jesus2.Trust His Faithfulness

Page 9: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who

promised is faithful.”Hebrews 10:23 (NIV)

Page 10: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says…”

1 Corinthians 1:9 (NLT)

Page 11: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a son of man,

that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?”

Numbers 23:19 (NIV)

Page 12: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

UNYIELDING FAITH IS A CHOICE WE MAKE TO...1.Focus on Jesus2.Trust His Faithfulness3.Obey His Commands

Page 13: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands

are not burdensome.”1 John 5:3 (NIV)

Page 14: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“O Lord, you are a great and awesome God! You always fulfill

your covenant and keep your promises of unfailing love to those who love you and obey

your commands.”Daniel 9:4 (NLT)

Page 15: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

UNYIELDING FAITH IS A CHOICE WE MAKE TO...1.Focus on Jesus2.Trust His Faithfulness3.Obey His Commands4.Act on His Promises

Page 16: LIVE NOW. “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

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Unyielding Faith

“Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in

this he brought glory to God. He was fully convinced that God is

able to do whatever he promises.”

Romans 4:20-21 (NLT)

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Unyielding Faith

“Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your

servant loves them.”Psalm 119:140 (NIV)

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Unyielding Faith

“For no matter how many promises God has made, they

are "Yes" in Christ.”2 Corinthians 1:20 (NIV)

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Unyielding Faith

“These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold – though your faith is far more precious than

mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials,

it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when

Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.”

I Peter 1:7 (NLT)

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