Stand on God's word

In today's fast-paced world, remembering to stand on God's word in the toughest of situations can be a daunting task but the bible tells us in 1 Peter 5 vs 7 to cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Here is the summary of todays sermon.(Follow the timestamps in the video)

Sermon Video:

Sunday 20th July 2025 service

Key Notes:

Seeing Challenges as Opportunities

 [08:04]:  We should view life's challenges as chances for God to work in our lives . Isaiah 40:31, states that those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength. The story of Isaac in Genesis 26 an example of this , where famine led to Isaac's extreme wealth [09:16].

Confidence in God's Word

 [11:42]: Drawing from Psalm 27, the speaker asserts that with God as one's light and salvation, there is no need to fear [11:49]. The sermon encourages believers to be confident that God hears prayers made according to His will, as highlighted in 1 John 5:14-15 [15:11].

The Power of Scripture 

[16:43]: The Bible is a tool to reprogram mindsets, equip with divine strength, and instil confidence regardless of challenges [16:51]. The Bible is a blueprint that has everything we need to reprogram our mindset, strengthen us, and bring about the change we desire. [17:17].

Casting Anxieties on God 

[37:08]: We are advised to turn our overwhelming situations over to God in prayer. 1 Peter 5:7 ("Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you") and Philippians 4:6 ("Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God") [37:45]. We should cast our anxieties upon God, as He cares for us, and learn from Jesus's example of resting in faith even during a storm.

Light at the End of the Tunnel 

[52:26]: Believers we are encouraged to be confident knowing that there is light at the end of every trial [52:35]. James 1:2-4, calls for considering trials as "pure joy" because the testing of faith produces perseverance, leading to maturity and completeness [57:48]. We should be confident that there is a positive outcome, because the light of God in us cannot be overcome by darkness.

Gratitude and Action 

[01:05:59]: We are urged as listeners to wait for God's intervention with gratitude, giving thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) [01:06:15]. We were encouraged to wait for God's action with a grateful heart and to seal our prayers with thanksgiving. We were also urged to step out in faith and take action on the word of God.