Opening Hymn: How great thou art by Carie Underwood:
Oh Lord, my God
When I, in awesome wonder
Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder
Thy power throughout the universe displayed
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
And when I think that God, His Son not sparing
Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in
That on the cross, my burden gladly bearing
He bled and died to take away my sin
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
When Christ shall come, with shout of acclamation
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart
Then I shall bow, in humble adoration
And then proclaim, my God, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
*Announcement: Today is Father’s day, please love your Earth Father extra today and honor him, but also spend time with your Heavenly Father. Pray, read the Bible, and talk to him. Show him how grateful you are to him and all his does for you, and for giving you an earthly father to be used as a vessel to guide you through life and help you walk in Your Heavenly Father’s will for your life.
Sermon:
Some values are generally regarded as being more important than others. The top three values that many people worldwide share include family, honesty, and respect. Family is often cited as one of the most important values in life because it provides a sense of belonging and security. So, what are Christian values? Galatians 5:22-26 (NIV) breaks down the most essential and core Christian values in detail. The verses read: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Remember all these values, they will help you with your walk with Our Heavenly Father. The Sea is a special gift to us from Our Heavenly Father. Our scientists tell us that life itself originated there. For us, it is a place to enjoy in so many different ways whether it is swimming and fishing or simply gazing out towards its majesty. The Sea can truly be a healing influence in our lives. Jesus also called His followers to be the “salt of the earth. Salt is all about preservation, healing, and peace. There is a real comfort and awe when we look out on the ocean. The presence of Our Heavenly Father can be felt in the beauty and immensity of the ocean. The whale – was made by Our Heavenly Father to demonstrate his glory by actively and consciously enjoying his good creation. Whales also represent Our Heavenly Father’s immense power, sovereignty, and the ability to guide you through formidable challenges with spiritual strength and profound wisdom. The whale symbolizes longevity, love and wisdom. Its unique song reminds us of the importance of sending a clear, comprehensive message. Our Heavenly Father’s care can come in unexpected forms, and His plans are always for a greater purpose. A whale will plunge into the deep sea, to bring forth messages that can help, heal, and harmonize.Whales are like Our Heavenly Father, and it matters because we need to have our own encounters with him and not depend on someone else’s version or vision. Our Heavenly Father always encourages his people to dive deep into the ocean of spiritual understanding,
The shark becomes a bearer of spiritual energy, guiding us to tap into our inner strength, enhance self-confidence, and fearlessly navigate life’s challenges with precision and adaptability. They can represent danger, strength, power, and the challenges of life.To see a shark in your dream, represents a person whom you see as greedy and unscrupulous. This person goes after what he or she wants with no regards to the well-being and sensitivity of others. The shark may also be an aspect of your own personality which exhibit these qualities. Alternatively, you may be going through a difficult, painful, or unpleasant emotional period. The shark symbolizes feelings of anger, hostility, and fierceness. By exploring the biblical references to sea creatures and understanding their symbolic significance, dreamers can unlock a deeper understanding. Sharks can be seen as a sign of judgment and discipline in the biblical context. The dolphin drawn with the boat was a symbol of the Church or its people being protected and guided by Jesus. The anchor is a sign that the Christian is unmovable and firm in his faith and the dolphin, representing Christ on the cross protects us on our journey. Their curiosity and friendly nature have earned them the reputation of being gentle and empathetic beings, capable of forming deep bonds with humans and other animals. The dolphin’s qualities symbolize harmony, freedom, intuition, and a deep connection with the mysteries of the ocean. Speaking generally, the dolphin is the symbol of the individual Christian, rather than of Christ Himself, though in some instances the dolphin with the anchor seems to be intended as a representation of Christ upon the Cross. In many indigenous cultures, dolphins are revered as spiritual guides and messengers, believed to possess the ability to communicate with the spirit world and act as intermediaries between humans and the divine. Mermaids are real creatures that exist in the world.The Queen of Sheba, who is described in the Bible as a wealthy and powerful ruler, is believed by some to have actually been a mermaid. In the book of 1 Kings, we read about the Queen of Sheba, who was a beautiful mermaid. She came to visit King Solomon and was so impressed with his wisdom that she gave him many gifts. This story shows that mermaids are real and that they are intelligent and beautiful creatures. Mermaids symbolize the journey through the unknown, the call to dive deeper into our faith, and the exploration of the spiritual depths of our existence. They serve as metaphors for personal and spiritual growth, encouraging us to seek understanding beyond the surface.
Through elements like water, which is deeply symbolic in the Bible for purification, transformation, and Our Heavenly Father’s boundless love, mermaids resonate with these themes, enriching our spiritual vocabulary and understanding.
Closing Hymn: Wide, Wide as the ocean by C. Austin Miles;
Wide, wide as the ocean,
high as the heavens above;
deep, deep as the deepest sea
is my Saviour’s love.
I, though so unworthy,
still am a child of his care,
for his word teaches me
that his love reaches me
ev’rywhere.
Closing Prayer; Heavenly Father, thank You for this precious peep into the interceding work of the Lord Jesus for His own. Thank You that Christ died for our sins and rose. In the name of Our lord and savior we pray.
Prayer for salvation; Lord Jesus; Please come into my heart as my Lord and Savior. Take complete control of my life and help me to walk in Your footsteps daily by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord for saving me and I know you will answer my prayers. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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