The sermon Sunday, July 14 began with a powerful reminder of who we are as believers. We are the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world." Dr. GreGory emphasized "You've got to know who you are" and assured us that our role as God's representatives, must be approached with a sense of purpose and confidence.
Expressions of Praise and Worship
The acts of praise and worship are more than just rituals; they are powerful expressions of our faith and gratitude. Pastor encouraged everyone to give God praise not only for what He has done but also for what He will do in the future. He also highlighted the importance of gospel music and its influence. He pointed out that gospel music is changing and is being infiltrated and influenced by the world, whereas it used to be the other way around. He warned that the devil is sneaking in like stealth, going unnoticed and undetected, subtly altering the spiritual landscape through music.
The Power of Faith and Proclamation
A significant portion of the sermon focused on the power of faith and the importance of speaking things into existence. Dr. GreGory urged the congregation to write down their victories and declare them in advance. This act of faith, he explained, is a way of aligning our hearts and minds with God's promises. By proclaiming our victories before they manifest, we demonstrate our trust in God's ability to bring them to pass.
Pastor emphasized, "Write your next victory and sing it," encouraging believers to use their faith proactively. He declared, "I feel a song rising in me, I feel my breath coming," inspiring the congregation to feel the triumphant spirit within them.
Loving God with All Our Heart
At the heart of the sermon was a call to love God with all our heart. Dr. GreGory referenced Mark 12:29-30 and 1 Corinthians 13:1, emphasizing that our love for God should be a response to God's immense love for us and should be expressed through our obedience to His word. He passionately declared, "Love God with all your heart, mind, and put your soul into it."
"I Feel A Song Rising In Me" encouraged us to express our faith through praise, to speak our victories into existence, and to love God wholeheartedly. Most importantly, Dr. GreGory ended the message reminding us that God will take the wheels off the enemy assuring us that we can trust in God's protection and deliverance.
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