Stop Cussing, Dirtbag Amalekites, and Living Isolated

Pastor David and Richie discuss the importance of faith and community in navigating life's challenges. They draw insights from the biblical story of Moses and the Israelites in the wilderness, specifically focusing on the battle with the Amalekites (the dirtbags?!). They emphasize the need for faith in God's promises, the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive friends and pursuing one's greatest potential in Christ.


00:00 Faith is unseen, looking to Jesus, and walking on water.
00:15 Importance of not taking our eyes off Jesus in the midst of challenges.
03:19 Emphasizing the importance of having others join us on our journey.
06:11 Holding fast to the confession of faith and stirring up one another for good works.
08:15 Expecting spiritual warfare and choosing the right force and friends.
10:30 Discussion on not using slang words in preaching.
13:07 Advice on rehearsing blessings instead of curses.
14:02 Discussion on speaking edifying words and avoiding cursing.
16:04 Esau's representation of fleshliness and the ongoing rivalry with Jacob.
16:48 The spiritual warfare and enemies that persist throughout generations.
17:37 The significance of the Amalekites as the first enemy after leaving Egypt.
18:15 The ongoing theme of Esau and Jacob's rivalry throughout Scripture.
18:15 Discussion of the Midianites and the Amalekites
19:33 The depiction of heroes in Scripture
20:09 Joshua's obedience and faithfulness
23:19 God's command to Moses to write and recite to Joshua
24:34 The significance of Joshua's name
25:09 Joshua as a character forming for leadership
26:21 The worship and gratitude shown after victory
27:13 The importance of rejoicing, recording, and remembering victories
27:39 The importance of recording God's victories in our lives for future generations.
28:04 Taking steps of faith and giving God the credit He deserves.
28:29 The importance of faith and keeping our focus on Jesus.
29:05 The significance of community and the need for others in our lives.
29:33 The value of serving on a team and the importance of community.
30:03 The need for others and the role of elders in supporting pastors.
30:24 The importance of choosing godly friends and having a small community.
31:26 The concept of needing each other as the body of Christ.
32:01 The weakness of the flesh and the battle against our old selves.
36:00 The significance of the body of Christ working together.
36:13 The importance of having mentors and elders in ministry.
37:09 The meaning of making disciples and the importance of community
39:10 Jesus is our eternal banner, providing hope and intercession.
41:07 The staff held by Moses can be interpreted as a symbol of prayer.


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