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February 24th, 2008

Reconnecting with God sermon series pt.2

"Living a Life Pleasing to God"
                                      Senior Pastor Barry Lind

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“The Lord takes pleasure in His people.” Psalm 149:4

“Find out what pleases the Lord.” Ephesians 5:10

“Noah was a pleasure to the Lord” Genesis 6:8

How Do We Live A Life Pleasing To God?

1. When we love Him and make Him a priority.
   “Noah consistently followed God’s will and enjoyed a close relationship with Him.” Genesis 6:9
   
   “I don’t want your sacrifices- I want your love! I don’t want your offerings- I want you to know me.” Hosea 6:6
   
   Dear Dad, $chool i$ great. I’m making lot$ of friend$ and $tudying hard. I $imply can’t think of anything I need, $o ju$t $end me a card, a$ I would love to hear from you. Love, Your $on
   
   Dear Son, I kNOw astroNOmy, ecoNOmics and oceaNOgraphy are eNOugh to keep even an hoNOr student busy. Do NOt forget that the pursuit of kNOwledge is a NOble task, and you can never study eNOugh. Love, Dad
    

2. When we trust Him completely.

   “Without faith it is impossible to please God.” Hebrews 11:6

   “By faith, Noah built a ship in the middle of dry land. He was warned about something he couldn’t see, and acted on what he was told.” Hebrews11:7 (Message)
    

3. When we obey. “Noah did everything exactly as God commanded him.” Genesis 6:22

   "If you love me, you will obey what I command.” John 14:15