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Copyright © Simon G. HarrisScripture quotations taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission

Philippians 2:5 - 10 .. found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death— even .. on a cross!,

Philippians 2:5 - 10 .. found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death— even .. on a cross!,

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Jesus “learned” obedience

Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick with your mouth …God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick with your mouth …God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

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Jesus “learned” obedience

Luke 22:61 - 62 The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered …

Luke 22:61 - 62 The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered …

1. Deal with disobedience 1. Deal with

disobedience

take responsibility for failure

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Proverbs 28:13 He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses .. finds mercy.

Proverbs 28:13 He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses .. finds mercy.

1. Deal with disobedience 1. Deal with

disobedience

take responsibility for failure

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Mark 16:7 But go, tell his disciples and Peter,

Mark 16:7 But go, tell his disciples and Peter,

1. Deal with disobedience 1. Deal with

disobedience

take responsibility for failure

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John 21:12 (NIV) Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.”

John 21:12 (NIV) Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.”

1. Deal with disobedience 1. Deal with

disobedience

Accept forgiveness offered

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2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

2. Surrender to God’s

strength

2. Surrender to God’s

strength

God doesn't need you but he chooses you

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Psalms 119:32 I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.

Psalms 119:32 I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” … “plans to prosper you and not to harm ..

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” … “plans to prosper you and not to harm ..

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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Ephesians 2:10 For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, …

Ephesians 2:10 For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, …

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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GiftsPS

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, “I used everything you gave me.”

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, “I used everything you gave me.”

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Erma Bombeck

Erma Bombeck

Psalms 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Psalms 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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GiftsPassionsS

2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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GiftsPassionsStruggles

2 Corinthians 1:4 who comforts us .. so that we can comfort those .. with the comfort we ourselves have received ….

2 Corinthians 1:4 who comforts us .. so that we can comfort those .. with the comfort we ourselves have received ….

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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GiftsPassionsStruggles

John 16:13 …when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth.

John 16:13 …when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth.

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

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GiftsPassionsStruggles

Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick with your mouth …God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick with your mouth …God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

3. Pursue God’s

purpose

learning humbly

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