Blessed Life Fellowship

THE SECRETS TO HAPPINESS, pt. 1

The primary pursuit of most people is their own happiness.  And God wants us to be happy.  But how to obtain happiness looks very different than what the world would have us believe.  God has not left us uninformed on how to live an abundant life.  We just have to follow His instructions.  

REFINING THE VISION: Who We Are, and Where We are Going

In one of Pastor Andy's longer teachings, this message is a departure from the usual method of teaching about a single concept.  Rather, Pastor Andy casts vision by sharing what God has called Blessed Life Fellowship to be and do.  In doing so, there are numerous takeaways and nuggets of truth shared that help to refine the vision of BLF that can also be of personal benefit to those who hear.  

THE SPEECH OF A FOOL: The Way of the Fool, pt. 7

There are several ways we get ourselves in trouble with our mouths.  And the book of Proverbs is full of exhortations in how to use our speech and how not to use it.  Notably, some of the ways we use our mouths leads to abominations that God hates according to Proverbs.  Learn in this teaching how to avoid abominable practices and instead use our mouths for good rather than evil.  

A FOOL'S ANGER: The Way of the Fool, pt. 6

One of the most common themes of Proverbs is the far-reaching damage a person can do to themselves and others around them when they give vent to their anger.   But chronic anger is simply a symptom of other underlying spiritual problems that are addressed in this teaching.  

IF YOU LOVE KNOWLEDGE... : The Way of the Fool, pt. 5

There is a principle repeated throughout the book of Proverbs that is largely unknown or ignored by the masses that happens to be one of the most important principles of a blessed and fruitful life.  Although this subject is also largely unaddressed in pulpits, if heeded it could prevent great trouble and distress from coming upon people.  As an example, this single principle could have prevented the sinking of the Titanic.    

HOW WISDOM GUIDES THE MOUTH: The Way of the Fool, pt. 4

The book of Proverbs is crammed with sayings about the mouth, comparing how words are used by the wise and the foolish.  We learn a lot about proper social graces with these sayings, as well as avoiding irreverent foolishness, the nature of unwholesome talk, and many other destructive habits that trip people up.  But we also learn about the importance of speaking up in other situations.  This teaching provides timeless wisdom from Proverbs that will help redirect a person's life toward blessing.  

LIKE AN OX TO THE SLAUGHTER: The Way of the Fool, pt. 3

Would you like to learn how to affair-proof a marriage?  This teaching provides some important perspectives in keeping the home fires stoked and helping to prevent affairs, as well as a sober warning from the scriptures specific to the evils of sexual immorality.  

THE COMPLACENCY OF FOOLS: The Way of the Fool, pt. 2

Complacency is a term referring to a person who becomes comfortable and satisfied in their current situation to the point where he/she does not feel the need for self-examination or exert much effort to continue to grow and progress.  And Proverbs 1:32 tells us that complacency is a killer!  Learn in this teaching how to recognize and deal successfully with spiritual complacency.  

THE WAY OF THE FOOL, pt. 1

This teaching is the first in a series studying the book of Proverbs for the wisdom it provides in leading a blessed life and avoiding the pitfalls and landmines of the fool who has no fear of God and no regard for the wisdom of His Word.  And yes, this teaching has as much application to people already in the church as it does those outside of it.  Perhaps more.  

CHANGE AGENTS STIRRED TO ACTION: Governed by the Spirit, pt. 3

Elder Brent Denney completes his series on Governed by the Spirit.