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WHEN SLEEP WON’T COME

One out of three adults have, had, or will have trouble sleeping.

What are the biggest consequences of insufficient sleep?

Who can be affected by sleeplessness?

How can we begin to improve our sleep habits and create a conducive sleep environment tonight?

If you have a pre-teen or teenager, listen up! Dr. Rehrer explains why they always seem to be tired.

What can readers learn by reading “When Sleep Won’t Come”?

Mark Lanier continues in Romans: Can we really rely on God to be faithful?

From the Pulpit at Champion Forest: PASTOR JARRETT STEPHENS - THE POWER OF INTERCESSORY PRAYER

The closing prayer:
God of Heaven and Earth,
We come before you with humility while praising your Holy Name.
May we long to be obedient to your Word and not conform to the lusts of the flesh. More Below…

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

Host Terry Lowry interviews influential and knowledgeable guests on relevant topics for today.

WHEN SLEEP WON’T COME

Discussed by Dr. Matt Rehrer
with Dr. Matt Rehrer (www.mattrehrer.com/)

Dr. Matt Rehrer is an emergency medicine physician in the San Francisco Bay area and also serves as the Executive Pastor at NorthCreek Church. With this dual role, Dr. Rehrer has a unique perspective of science and Scripture that guided his writing of “When Sleep Won’t Come”, which he will be discussing today.

Click here for more information about Dr. Matt Rehrer.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Dr. Rehrer begin studying sleep habits?

What are the biggest consequences of insufficient sleep? Dr. Rehrer discusses several consequences and reminds us that God designed sleep in order for our bodies to rest.

Who can be affected by sleeplessness? If you have a pre-teen or teenager, listen up! Dr. Rehrer explains why they always seem to be tired.

How can we discern if our sleeplessness is a physical condition or a spiritual problem?

When should we discuss our sleep issues with a medical professional?

What are some of the physical factors that can affect our sleep?

Can sleeplessness provide a window into our souls? This is really interesting and Dr. Rehrer shares some thoughts that can keep us up at night. Do they haunt you, too?

How can we begin to improve our sleep habits and create a conducive sleep environment tonight? Dr. Rehrer shares a great acronym, but I am not going to give it away! Listen in…

What can readers learn by reading “When Sleep Won’t Come”?

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YOUTUBE KIDS IS NOT KID-FRIENDLY

Discussed by Treasure Christ
with Treasure Christ (www.reformedwiki.com/)

YouTube Kids is an app “designed to be a safer online experience for kids to watch videos and explore their interests”.

But it is anything BUT safe.

The organization Treasure Christ has produced a video featuring prominent figures such as John MacArthur, Voddie Baucham, Brett Cooper, and PragerU who give testimony and examples of the horrific brainwashing that is prevalent on YouTube Kids.

Your friends and family need to be aware of what’s out there!

ROMANS 9 PART 4

Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)

Day 4

Mark Lanier continues in the series on Romans with another look at Romans 9, reminding us that we really can rely on God to be faithful and just and, yes, even merciful towards His children.

To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE POTTER’S RIGHT (Romans 9:19-21)

Why did Paul transition his speech from the Church to individual people at this point in the letter?

Why is it dangerous to challenge God? (Job 23:4; Job 32:11-14; Isaiah 29:16; Jeremiah 1:1-6)) Mark explains that it is okay to ask “why”, but never to challenge. He also reviews several Scripture passages, including Paul’s interpretation.

What is “The Wisdom of Solomon” and why isn’t it included in the Bible?

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

THE POWER OF INTERCESSORY PRAYER

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his sermon series entitled: Pray Like Jesus.

In this series, everyone can learn something new about the prayer life of Jesus: his pattern of daily dependence, his prayers for others, his surrender in suffering, and his unwavering trust in the Father.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that before we ever prayed one single prayer, Jesus was praying for us – and he hasn't stopped. That is what intercessory prayer is all about – praying when you mean it.

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Scripture Passage: John 17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is salvation considered to be past, present, and future in the life of a Christian?

When will we see the full glory of God? (John 1:14; Matthew 17; Revelation 4)

Why did Jesus pray for God’s will to be done? (John 11:42; I John 5:14-15)

TAKEAWAY #1: Be thankful for the intercessory prayer life of Jesus.

Why did Jesus pray for us way back then?

Is Jesus still praying for us today? (Hebrews 7:25; Romans 8:34)

How much have we been saved from and delivered from that we don't even know about because we have an intercessor in Jesus praying for us? (Romans 8:26-27)

TAKEAWAY #2: Jesus prayed for others. We should, too.

Pastor Jarrett references the book, “Ablaze for God”, by Wesley Duewel.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church click here .

PRAYER

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

God of Heaven and Earth,

We come before you with humility while praising your Holy Name.

May we long to be obedient to your Word and not conform to the lusts of the flesh.

Continue to work within each of us creating new hearts with new desires. Change us from within as your ways become our ways.

Pick us up as we fall. Show us the direction we are to go.

Grant us spiritual eyes to discern and the will to go forward for your Kingdom’s sake.

Life is hard. Times are difficult. So many are struggling. Hold us close today, O Lord.

May each of your saints share the Good News which is only found in Jesus Christ.

Let each saint bear fruit for the Kingdom today.

By and through Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray,

Praying in and through the name of Jesus Christ,

Amen