Fixate PHX

by Fixate Phoenix

Christianity Spirituality Religion

Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitude Beginning of Redirected Efforts

Part 1 - Matthew 5:1-6 NASB

Change That Actually Changes

Mark 1:40-45 Leviticus 13:45-46 HOW TO MAKE CHANGES THAT CHANGE 1- There are 4 steps to change: First we must want to change. Second, we must develop goals and intentional framework to change. Third, we consciously and constantly regulate ourselves to maintain change. Four, we practice this cycle over an extended period of time, so much so that the change is done so many times consciously that it becomes an activity we do unconsciously. 2- There is a death to self part of change. A "carry the cross" part of change. A "I'm not looking for self help" type of change. This is a revelation, that it is not change you seek.... it is to be cleansed and made new. 3- Your creator cannot change and cleanse you until you know fully who your creator is; who Jesus is... he is benevolent.

The Test of Your Limits

Genesis 24:10-27 Three tests that will determine if you live limited or limitless in Christ... 1- The test of entitlement 2- The test of hospitality 3- The test of boredom

A Dirt That Makes Destiny

LUKE 8:5-15 HOW TO CULTIVATE GOOD SOIL 1- Good soil starts with plenty of water. 2- Good soil is positioned regularly to receive "Son" light. 3- Good soil requires tending and awareness, and that anything against the growth and sustainability of the plant being uprooted. 4- Good soil is a commitment over a long period of time to steward what is necessary for a seed to grow, it requires focused and meticulous patience.

A Faith That Makes It Happen

Mark 10:46-52 THE PRINCIPLES OF A FAITH THAT MAKES IT HAPPEN 1- We all will have a condition in life, a status about our life, and a name unique to our life. How you form your identity will dictate more about your destiny than any other choice you make. 2- Your communication with Jesus must be built on an accurate viewpoint of who he is. He is a Messiah, Lord, Savior, or “Son of David”. But it is not so much the words we call him as much as it is if those are true in the deepest parts of our soul. Lip service is not always what the heart serves. 3. You cannot pick up the new things of God if you have not put off an old identity of what your life is currently or has been that you are holding on to. He has the power to heal, he has the power to give new purpose and meaning, but there is a tangible step of putting off the old we must undertake before he can ever lead us into new work of restoration, healing, and fulfillment. 4- Your faith has made you well is a reality you can live in as a believer.. The question is are you willing to build a life on Jesus that will make your life well. Through the obstacles, challenges, negativity, time constraints, and discomfort, are you willing to build. You can't have a faith that “makes you well” without a life that revolves around knowing his will, and doing his will.

Fist Sized Future

1 Kings 18:41-46 HOW TO BUILD FIST SIZED FAITH FOR 2024 1- Before you ever see the rains of provision, favor, and promise on your life there will be a test of if you will keep your head in between your knees when the timing feels off. The response of God to the cries of his children rarely meet our timeframes, and that's because he is reframing our existence back to dependency. Faith without dependence is like a car without a transmission. It will run, but it won’t get you anywhere. If the only prayer you are praying is for greater independence, don’t be surprised if the drought persists. 2- God shows up more in the little things than the big. So often we are looking for huge signs, wonders, and miracles that confirm his grace and favor upon us. But when you train your eyes to believe in the ‘fist-sized’ you might come to find out that those become the fondest memories of faith in your life. When you believed something that no one else believed in, when you pursued God even when others said it was a waste… and you experienced a downpour of his presence and promise. This year, train your eyes to the small, and I believe you will experience the almighty. 3- You may need to start sounding stupid and looking foolish in order to see the rain. Press into it. Humility is God's character attribute of choice for those who he uses greatly. Often we want to look like we know it all, have it all, and don’t need anyone or anything… and this is what causes the drought of our souls. In 2024 may we be a people who aren’t afraid of what others will say or think even if we may look foolish. Who knows… it might mean we call a fist sized cloud a monsoon, in the midst of 3 years of no water.

Remembrance of the Gift

MATTHEW 1:18-25;2:1-12 LUKE 2:1-20 3 REMINDERS OF GIFTS YOU SHOULD NEVER FORGET THAT ARE WRAPPED IN THIS STORY 1- If your eyes are open, and your heart is open, he speaks profoundly, no matter who you are, and how far you are from him. 2- From the beginning his purpose has been you. Everything written, remembered, and spoken about is designed to get you to see; that it is all for a relationship with you. 3- There are two kings and kingdoms in this story, just as there are two kings in your story. These contrast each other as they fight for control of the outcome, and fight for control of the hearts of people. Kings we swear loyalty to in the fallen world will only fail. The choice of following the true king comes down to choosing the manger over the palace, the stable over the crown, the child over the man. These pictures do not make sense, but that is the beauty of it, to choose something that relinquishes control.... And makes your life, a life about him.

Navigating the Gap

1 Kings 19:15-16, 19-21 AMP 1. When it’s harder than I thought, will I stay all in where I’m at. 2. I must learn to see past and get over the poop and the dirt and stay focused on the right things. 3. With God my attitude is connected to my latitude. 4. He was a servant to Elijah. 5. Avoid the Trap of comparison.

How to Unwrap the Gift of Peace Daily

Romans 5:1 NLT Philippians 4:6-7 NIV John 14:27 ESV John 16:7; 33 How to Unwrap the Gift of Peace Daily: Peace is found in a person Peace is accessible through prayer Peace knows there is a purpose Peace can be extended to other people Peace is in your pocket

There's Purpose in the Waiting

John 11:1-44 Hebrews 4:14-16 He wants to shape you, not hurt you He can handle what you bring to the table You're His own & He loves you Reflection Time: Ask, Be, Rest

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