Sunday January 16, 2022 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/1317606315404539 INTRODUCTION: In the Book of 1 Chronicles Israel has now returned to Jerusalem from 70 years of captivity. The whole city is in ruins and they are returning “with their tails tucked between their legs” you might say. They had been promised by God that He would bless their socks...
Arise and Build – The Only Foundation
Sunday January 02, 2022 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/985442819037150 INTRODUCTION: “Father what is the word you have for Encounter Church for 2022? “ARISE!” The following day I received an email from Jim Bober, one of our elders, that had the phrase “ARISE AND BUILD.” Nehemiah 2:20- “…The God of heaven Himself will prosper us; therefore we His servants will...
“When God messes up your plans”
Sunday December 5, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=580258749736286 Proverbs 19:21 – “You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail.” INTRODUCTION: When Jesus was born that first Christmas, nobody expected it. It messed up everybody’s plan. It messed up King Herod’s plan because he wanted to be King of the Jews and here was a Messiah coming. ...
The Way of the Wounded – Overcoming Discouragement
Sunday November 28, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/1113934692476900 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to talk about overcoming discouragement. In life there arises the opportunity from time to time to get discouraged. Discourage- deprive of courage or hope Discouragement is a reality in life. We’re all flesh and blood and have to fight discouragement. 2Corinthians 1:8 – “For we do...
The Way of the Wounded – God’s Plan for Victory
Sunday November 21, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/417147753388222 1 Samuel 30:3-8. “When David and his men saw the ruins and realized what had happened to their families“they wept until they could weep no more.” David’s two wives, Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel, were among those captured. David was now in great danger...
The Way of the Wounded – Overcoming the Wound of Words
Sunday November 14, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/4541659385917475 Proverbs 18:21- “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.” (MSG)- “Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose.” (TPT)- “Your words are so powerful that they will kill or give life, and the talkative person will reap the...
The Way of the Wounded – Overcoming Rejection
Sunday November 7, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/904352656886616 You’re a loser! You’re not worth anything! No-one will ever love you! In fact you’re unlovable and undesirable! God doesn’t love you! You’ll never have anyone! They don’t like you and don’t want to be around you! Did I mention you’re a loser! You’ll always be disappointed! People are always...
Moving Forward – How To Manage Your Mouth
Sunday October 31, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/407308834172624 INTRODUCTION: We love to talk. Everybody has something to say. Like the guy who asked, “Do you resent that your wife always has the last word?” He replied, “No, I’m just glad when she finally gets to it.” Some of us have the natural ability to say the wrong thing...
Moving Forward
Sunday October 24, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/614392682902503 Three Things to Evaluate 1. How Do I see God? When I say the word God what are your first thoughts. Tell me your first thoughts and I can tell you about your future! “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about...
Arise & Take Ground – Moving Forward
Sunday October 17, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/Encountertexoma/videos/550691889561713 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to talk about a story in the Old Testament that many of us are familiar with. Before they were to enter the Promised Land Moses sent twelve spies, or scouts, to review the land before entering. Now let’s read about their report they returned with. Numbers...