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September 20, 2023

Center of Joy Church of God in Christ

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Lesson 3 | September 20, 2023

Lesson Scriptures:

Matthew 4:19-22King James Version

19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

20 And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.

21 And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.

22 And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.

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Matthew 10:25King James Version

25 It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant as his lord. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more shall they call them of his household?

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Luke 14:26-27King James Version

26 If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.

27 And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple.

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Luke 14:26-27King James Version

26 If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.

27 And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple.

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John 8:31King James Version

31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;

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John 13:34-35King James Version

34 A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.

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John 15:8King James Version

8 Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.

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Acts 2:42King James Version

42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.

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Acts 9:36King James Version

36 Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.

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September 13, 2023

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Lesson 2 September 13, 2023

The Danger of Frustration

Background Reading:

Numbers 14:45; | Judges 4:15; | Proverbs 15:22

Devotional Reading:

Ezra 4:1-24

Central Verse

“I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness comes by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.” Galatians 2:21, KJV

“I do not set aside the grace of God.

For if righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing!” Galatians 2:21, NIV

Key Terms

Discomfited—to put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment: to frustrate

the plans of.

Adversaries—one that contends with, opposes, or resists: an enemy or

opponent.

Introduction

Frustration is a response to opposition, fueled by anger, annoyance, or disappointment. Many believers find themselves out of the will of God when they allow these emotions to control their actions. The Lord has let each believer know that His grace is enough to cover whatever he needs. Sometimes believers get so angry that they lose all sense of control of their emotions. Things do get bad, and sometimes out of control, so when this happens, the believer should never allow himself to become so frustrated that he becomes a fool. Anger rests in the bosom of fools, and the Lord cautions the believer to be angry, but not allow the anger to cause him to sin.

Discussion

Paul knew the danger of getting frustrated, he knew that if frustration is not checked, it can become deadly and dangerous. Paul had given his all to Jesus and had become subject to the will of God. He was a man of strong character and extremely focused on what to do in ministry and he had humbled himself to his Lord. He was opposed and fought from within and from without, without a cause. This behavior from others, especially other believers, was very disturbing and caused him to be very discomfited. But Paul knew what God had done for him, he knew the depth of deliverance God had given him. He knew that he was no longer the same Saul who wanted to persecute God’s believers. He knew that he did not deserve the mercy and grace that God had given to him, he was determined to stay level-headed. He knew that he could not go back to trying to keep the rules of the law or the peer-pleasing religion. For that would be an abandonment of everything personal and free in his new relationship with God. He knew that his Damascus Road experience would have all been in vain. He would not allow Christ’s death to be in vain for him. Paul decided that he would not frustrate the grace of God. It is important for believers to remember where God has brought them from and to know they are new creatures because of God’s grace. Many times, because of the desire to please others and to be accepted in the clique, believers fail to operate in the freedom of pleasing God. It seems like God’s grace is not enough for them. It is a very frustrating position for a believer to to become completely cut off from God. So many times, the other nations rose against God and His people. Some of them like Sisera were skilled in what they did, but when they frustrated God’s plans for His people, they suffered a dear consequence. Deborah told Barak that God had given him victory over Sisera. Barak charged down the slopes of Mount Tabor with his troops, and God rerouted Sisera and his troops and caused Sisera to jump out of his chariot and run. Barak chased him until he ran to the tent of Jael who invited him into her tent. He asked for water, but Jael gave him milk and covered him up. He fell asleep and Jael took a tent peg and drove it through his temple and to the ground. He convulsed and died.

God always looks out for His people and when they trust Him, they always come out winners. When the children of Israel were rebuilding their temple during the days of Zerubbabel, the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin came to them and offered to help them rebuild. But they came to frustrate the purpose of the children of Israel. It is dangerous to fall into God’s handwhen you have made him angry. When the enemies tried and failed, they thought of another plan. They began to weaken the hands of the people of Judah and troubled them in a building. They hired counselors against them to frustrate their purpose. They kept bothering them until they wrote Ahasuerus with accusations against the inhabitants of Judah and Jerusalem. They even sent letters to King Artaxerxes until they finally got action done to stop the building based on lies. Finally, the work was resumed, and the eyes of the Lord were upon the Jews until the matter came to Darius who led to King Cyrus, and theTemple was built. Sometimes it might take some time, but when God is for you, He’s more than the world against you.

Conclusion

In the Book of Numbers, Moses sent out twelve men to spy out the land for forty days. After the forty days ended, they came back and ten of them gave a false report which caused the people to become discontented and grumble against Moses. God allowed these ten men to die in a plague that He sent. Only two men were left who gave an honest report. After the people mourned, they let Moses know they were ready to continue the journey and attack the land that God had promised them. But they had forgotten that God had told them that because of the bad report they would be punished for forty years, which was a year for each day. Moses asked them why they were crossing God’s command again. He told them that God was no longer with them, and they would be beaten badly by their enemies. They went anyway and the Amalekites and Canaanites who lived in the hills beat them badly, and they were discomfited. They would not receive God’s blessings and paid a dear price for their disobedience.

Questions

1. Why did Paul decide not to frustrate God’s Grace?
2. What happened during Moses’ Leadership that caused God to be frustrated?
3. What were the results of that frustration?
4. What happened to Sisera when he frustrated God’s plans for Deborah, Barack and God’s People?

Essential Thought

When the enemy frustrates God’s plan for his people,

the enemy suffers the wrath of God.

Numbers: 44

45 Then the Amalekites came down, and the Canaanites which dwelt in that hill, and smote them, and discomfited them, even unto Hormah.

Judges 4:15 King James Version

15 And the Lord discomfited Sisera, and all his chariots, and all his host, with the edge of the sword before Barak; so that Sisera lighted down off his chariot, and fled away on his feet.

Proverbs 15:22King James Version

22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

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Sept. 6, 2023

Center of Joy Church of God in Christ

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Lesson 1 September 6, 2023

THE PRESENCE OF ADVERSARIES

Background Reading: Psalm 74:10; Isaiah 50:8; | Matthew 5:26; 1 Peter 5:8

Devotional Reading: Luke 18:1-8

Central Verse

“For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many

adversaries.” 1 Corinthians 16:9, KJV

“Because a great door for effective work has opened to me, and there

are many who oppose me.” 1 Corinthians 16:9, NIV

Key Terms

Resilience—an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change.

Catalyst—an agent that provokes or speeds meaningful change or action:

a person or event that quickly causes change or action.

Vigilant—alertly watchful especially to avoid danger.

Psalm 74:10King James Version

10 O God, how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy name for ever?

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Isaiah 50:8King James Version

8 He is near that justifieth me; who will contend with me? let us stand together: who is mine adversary? let him come near to me.

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Matthew 5:26King James Version

26 Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing.

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1 Peter 5:8King James Version

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

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Introduction

The dictionary says that adversity means difficulties; misfortune: It is a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune. Every believer that lives and works for God at one time or another must go through some type of misfortune or must deal with some type of adversity. But he can feel assured that God will go with him, and He will never leave him. It is wonderful to know that before you encounter the adversary you have been made aware that you will meet up with him. This allows the believer to prepare for his meeting with him. It is nothing like being prepared for an attack. Jesus said, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I

have overcome the world.” (John 16:33).

DiscussionWhen most people are faced with a crisis or are attacked by their adversary, they have no thoughts about things working out for their good. So, many times difficult moments, crises, challenges, or adverse conditions become the catalyst for positive changes or growth. Struggles are often catalyst that causes a person to become resilient and experience great growth in their walk with God.

The Word of the Lord lets the believer know that when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, Satan came also among them (Job 1:6). The believer must be prepared for the appearance of the devil. Peter tells the believer to be vigilant: because his adversary the devil is a roaring lion, walking about, seeking who he may devour. Believers, whether we admit it or not, we are in a fight, and have the responsibility to fight the good fight, for our loved ones, our nation, and for the future of our future generations. The believers have the choice of whether they will live in peace or live in pain. Though the adversary is present and may be walking around, the decision is up to the believer concerning his status. Jesus gave the believer power over all the powers of this world, and this includes the adversary. The adversary will try to stop or block everything positive that a believer tries to implement, but he must know that Satan’s power is limited.

Sometimes the believer needs to thank God for adversaries, because they can have positive effects on their lives, and they come to make him a stronger believer. Adversaries can help increase a believer’s empathy which is the ability to identify with the challenges that other people face and to see those challenges from their perspective. When believers see their brothers overtaken in a fault, when he is spiritual, they can restore that brother, seeing himself in that situation. His empathy with him allows him to humble himself and ask himself questions about how he would react if he was in a similar situation. Sometimes, believers are so caught up in themselves that they never see what their brothers or other believers are going through. They need a reality check. Adversaries can sometimes help a believer enhance his spiritual strength and gain spiritual growth. Sometimes having adversaries helps the believers to take a good look at their life and helps them to decide to be better than they were. Believers must always look at situations from a positive aspect and not from a negative standpoint. When a believer overcomes one adversary, it gives him confidence that he can stand against other adversaries.

One victory gives confidence that another victory can be won. Paul had many experiences after he gave his life completely to God for ministry. On his Missionary journey to Ephesus, he knew that God had opened a door for him to minister and he had decided to stay there until Pentecost. But he was aware that many people would resist and oppose him as he imparted the Gospel there. God does not want His children ignorant concerning the plots of the devil. He told the Saints to look out for Timotheus when he arrived so that he

would not have to be fearful as he did the work of the Lord. Believers must try to be at peace with all they do in the work of the Lord. God did not want Timothy fearful, even knowing that adversaries were around him. Believers must remember they have power, love, and a sound mind, for God has not given them a spirit of fear. Sometimes, the believer will find himself crying out to God as David did in Psalm seventy-four when adversaries seem to linger and have an upper hand. For David asked God, how long would the adversary reproach Him? How long would the enemy show his disapproval or displeasure and blaspheme God’s name? The believer must remember that Satan is not timid, nor fearful. He must also remember that he, (the believer) has power over the enemies of God.

Some things God waits for the believers to do.

Conclusion

Jesus talked about the woman who went to the unjust judge and asked him to avenge her of her adversary. This judge did not fear God, nor did he have any regard for man. After thinking about the woman and her situation, the judge decided he would rather take care of the adversary rather than be troubled by the woman.

Jesus asked His disciples; do you hear what this corrupt judge said and what he did for the woman? Jesus let them know that God is righteous, and He cares about His children. That if they continue to cry out for His help, He will certainly help them. When there are adversaries around and you need help, be persistent and allow your faith to be released and receive your deliverance.

Questions1. Why are adversaries among the saints?2. Can any good things come from adversaries being present among thesaints?3. How can adversaries be defeated?
Essential ThoughtAdversaries can be defeated through the power that God has given to believers.

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August 30, 2023

Center of Joy Church of God in Christ

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August 30, 2023

Peace of the Lord

Temporary - Lasting for a limited time: not permanent

Circumstances - a condition, fact, or event accompanying, conditioning, or determining another" the way things happen to be.

Surpasses - to become better, greater, or stronger than to go beyond: to transcend the reach. capacity, or power of.

Central Verse:

Philippians 4:7 King James Version

7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

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Colossians 3:15King James Version

15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.

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Ephesians 4:3King James Version

3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

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Romans 15:13King James Version

13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

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Romans 15:33King James Version

33 Now the God of peace be with you all. Amen.

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2 Thessalonians 3:16King James Version

16 Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all.

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August 23, 2023

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August 23, 2023

The Justice of God

Central Verse:

Deuteronomy 32:4

4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.

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2 Chronicles 19:6 King James Version

6 And said to the judges, Take heed what ye do: for ye judge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the judgment.

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Job 37:23-24 King James Version

23 Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict.

24 Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.

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Psalm 89:14 King James Version

14 Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne: mercy and truth shall go before thy face.

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Psalm 96:13 King James Version

13 Before the Lord: for he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth: he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth.

Matthew 7:1 King James Version

7 Judge not, that ye be not judged.

John 7:24 King James Version

24 Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.

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August 16, 2023

Center of Joy Church of God in Christ

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Lesson 11 - August 16, 2023

Joy of the Lord

Central Verse: Luke 2:10

10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

Background Reading:

Psalm 16:11 | Psalm 51:12 | Jeremiah 33:11 | Acts 2:28

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August 9, 2023

Center of Joy Church of God in Christ

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Lesson 10 - August 9, 2023

Trusting God

Psalm 20: 7

7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God.

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Psalm 37: 3-5

3 Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.

4 Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

5 Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.

Psalm 118:8-9

8 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.

9 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.

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Proverbs: 16:20

20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.

Proverbs: 28:25

25 He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the Lord shall be made fat.

2 Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in.

3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

4 Trust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength:

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Lesson Scriptures:

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The Danger of Frustration

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THE PRESENCE OF ADVERSARIES

Central Verse

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Peace of the Lord

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The Justice of God

Central Verse:

Deuteronomy 32:4

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Lesson 11 - August 16, 2023

Joy of the Lord

Central Verse: Luke 2:10

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Lesson 10 - August 9, 2023

Trusting God

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