Sermon Notes Faith—The Key to Winning in Life Sept 7, 2008

We all face our “Jericho’s”—impenetrable obstacles that we can’t overcome by ourselves. Joshua 6:1

Sometimes God’s promises don’t make sense and that’s good! Joshua 6:2

· This is God’s purpose and promise. Even though it was in Joshua’s future, it was already accomplished in the mind of God.

· Jeremiah 29:11

· James 1:17-18

· Romans 8:37

· Hebrews 11:30 By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days.

Faith grows as we live it and see God’s power in our lives.

· If we aren’t feeding and growing our faith in our Lord everyday, we will not be ready for the “Jericho’s” when they arise.

· Romans 8:28

· 1 Corinthians 2:4-5

· Faith is not the lack of intelligence or the result of stupidity. It is choosing to trust; to be obedient, knowing good will be the end result (faith, not a feeling, but a choice). Joshua 6:9

· Zechariah 4:6

· PARADOX: Acknowledging my weakness creates a stronger faith. So acknowledging my weakness makes me stronger!

· II Corinthians 12:9-10

· Hebrews 11:31-40

· Joshua 6:25

· Bottom Line: when we LIVE by FAITH, all the walls do eventually fall down and we are victorious!

· II Corinthians 4:17-18