The Jubilee Community Centre is a 44,000 square feet building in East Grinstead, bought and refurbished by the generosity of church members, which not only meets the needs of all church activities but also provides a modern and flexible resource for the local and business communities.
God’s Big Picture – Rehoboam
God’s Big Picture – Rehoboam: Disobedience, Division and Diversion
Key verses: 1 Kings 11 v15; 1 Sam 3v9; Dan 5 v12; Acts 9 v3-19; Psalm 199 v105; Rom 8 v28; John 5 v19; Prov 3 v5-6
Point of History:
Solomon’s son, Rehoboam, did not listen to God, but was led by his peers, causing division and diversion amongst the people of God.
Five Key principles:
- God has purposes for mankind and purposes for men
- God is bigger than our mistakes; His purposes are not thwarted by them
- Trust in God & rest in God (do not worry!)
- Be obedient in what you know God has already said
- Cultivating our relationship with God is at the centre of hearing his voice
Five Applications:
- Make sure that you are listening to the right people
- Remind yourself of scriptures about God’s leading and guidance
- Thank God for specific times when he has guided you
- Commit any specific areas where you need direction to God
- Find time each day to tune into the voice of God
Sermon Topics: Listening to God