Be Joyful Always

July 30, 2024 by mitch

JOY

MARTIAL ART CROSS REFERENCE

7th KYU / YELLOW BELT / 8th RANK

SCRIPTURE

LEVITICUS 9:24; DEUTERONOMY 16:15; 1CHRONICLES 16:27,33; 29:17;

NEHEMIAH 8:10;12:43; JOB 33:26; MATTHEW 13:44;28:8;

LUKE 1:14-15;2:10;10:21;24:52;JOHN 15:11;JOHN16:24;17:13;ACTS 3:2-8;

ROMANS 14:17-18;15:13; 2CORINTHIANS 8:2; GALATIANS 5:22-23; 1PETER 1:8-9

APPLICATION

Joy, the second “Fruit of the Spirit”, is almost as sought after as love. We are constantly striving and testing the waters of the world and our good works, searching to find what will bring us joy. Eventually we are worn out and defeated, left as prey for the enemy. The source of true joy ,however, is found in the presence of the Lord. When we praise, worship, and celebrate in His presence we find our joy is complete. Just as He is always accessible, so is joy.

Be courageous! Stand firm in the faith and in God’s mighty power! Be reminded of the events that took place on and around the Sea Of Galilee. Turn away from sin in your life and draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Remember that God has swept away your sin. Give Thanks! Rejoice in the Lord!

STUDY

Who is to have Joy?

What is Joy?

Where does your Joy come from?

Why do others need to see the Joy in your life?

When can you have this Joy?

How can the Joy of the Lord be your strength?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Stand Firm In The Faith

July 25, 2024 by mitch

STAND FIRM FOUNDATION

CROSS REFERENCE

BACK STANCE / OWIT -GOOBE-JHASE / OWl GUBI / KOKUTSU OACHI

SCRIPTURE

ISAIAH 7:9b; MATTHEW 10:22, 13:18-30; 1CORINTHIANS 15:58, 16:13;

2 CORINTHIANS 1:21; PHILIPPIANS 1:27-28, 3:14,20-21; JAMES 5:8

APPLICATION

Can you be stubborn? Yes, I know, we all can be stubborn about many choices that we make. This can be a child who is dug in on what they want and being so committed to their desire that we usually give in and give them what they want? We as adults also become unmovable when we are set in our thoughts and ways. We stand firm, bracing for whatever may come our way to knock us off course of the path that we are traveling on. This behavior can be for the good or for evil.

Followers of Jesus Christ are commanded to stand firm in the faith. To stand firm in One Spirit, the Holy Spirit or the Spirit of Christ, living in love and fellowship with other believers. Stand firm in the truth, the Word of God, the Bible.

Wait upon your Savior who will return from heaven, where your citizenship is. Give yourself fully to the Lord’s work. Press on toward the goal to which you have been called. Let nothing move you from the hope and faith found in your relationship with the one, true, living God. Let not the trials, tribulations, and tragedy that come your way shrink the size of God in your mind; He is sovereign and mighty! Be strong and very courageous, for the Lord your God is with you. Stand Firm!

STUDY

Who should Stand Firm?

On or in what should you Stand Firm?

Where is the ability to Stand Firm found?

Why should you Stand Firm?

When are you to Stand Firm?

How are you to Stand Firm?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Jesus Commands Sea of Galilee

July 22, 2024 by mitch

SEA OF GALILEE FOUNDATION

CROSS REFERENCE

BOW STANCE

SCRIPTURE

MATTHEW 4:12-23, 8:24-27; MARK 6:45-52; LUKE 5:1-11, 8:22-25;

JOHN 21:1-14

APPLICATION

What storms are you experiencing in your life today? Who do you turn to when you see the storm coming? Who do you cry out to in the middle of your storm? Who do you thank after your storm?

Jesus shows His disciples the power and safety of the Kingdom of God by showing up in the middle of their storm and commanding all to be calm and then bringing them to land and safety. Fulfilling what He told them to do which was to go to the other side of the Sea of Galilee. All things have been made by Jesus, for Jesus and through Jesus. His Kingdom, which He offers to all people, is filled with righteousness, justice, love for others, joy and peace for life eternal in the presence of the King of all Creation.

Remembering the events that occurred on and around the Sea of Galilee helps us to draw closer to Jesus: the calling of the disciples, the calming of the water, the catching of fish and the promise of catching men for the Kingdom of God, walking on water, and the reinstatement of Peter. Just as it did for the disciples, storms in our lives can arise suddenly; but our faith in Jesus calms the worst of storms as we rest and trust in Him. Travel to the Sea of Galilee daily and be encouraged.

STUDY

Whom do you see at the Sea of Galilee?

What are some of the things that happened at the Sea of Galilee?

Where did Jesus calm the storm?

Why did the disciples panic in the storm?

When did Jesus reinstate Peter?

How does remembering the events at the Sea of Galilee help you?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Crossover from Death to Life

June 11, 2024 by mitch

CROSSOVER

Crossover from death to life is the offer from the creator of all things seen and unseen. From the One who always was, is and is still to come to Earth. The Israelites crossed the Red Sea through the waters of baptism and received their freedom. With Joshua they crossed the Jordan River into the land that was promised to them by God. As believers we have crossed over from death to eternal life, from the Kingdom of Darkness to the Kingdom of light which is the Kingdom of God.

Even after crossing, the battles continued for the Israelites and continue for us today. Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power as you fight the good fight of the faith, waiting for Jesus’ sure return. Make the decision today if you haven’t already to become a citizen of The Kingdom of God. Surrender your old citizenship of the Kingdom of the Devil and be born again not of the flesh but of the Holy Spirit of God. Crossover from death to life.

CROSS REFERENCE

A CROSS STEP / CHABU

SCRIPTURE

EXODUS 13:17-22, chapters 14-15; DEUTERONOMY 12:1-32;

JOSHUA chapters 3-4; LUKE 13; JOHN 3 , 5:19-30; Rev 22

STUDY

Who has Crossedover from death to life?

What are some of the battles you are still facing even after your Crossing?

Why do you want others to know about this Crossing?

When was your Crossing over from death to life in Christ Jesus?

How do you know that you have Crossed over to life in Christ?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

In The Spirit

June 10, 2024 by mitch

IN THE SPIRIT

Have you received the greatest promise that our Father in heaven has given to us? Yes, the payment and forgiveness of our sins by the blood of Jesus is great but think of what comes after the death, burial and ascension into heaven. The promise of the Kingdom of God coming to this earth and the new heaven, the new earth and the new city of Jerusalem coming down from heaven.

It’s the promise of the Holy Spirit from God. This promise gives us power, position and our Saviors authority of the use of His name. This power casts out demons, allows the ability to speak in other tongues, take up serpents, drink anything deadly and it will do no harm and lay your hands on the sick and they will recover.

Our flesh constantly cries out, “I want, I want!” or “Me, Me!” To approach God and to do His work we must be absent from our fleshly desires. God is Spirit and He requires that we approach Him in the Spirit, leaving behind our literal body and spiritual flesh when seeking His face. Be alert! The enemy will attempt to use your sinful nature, or flesh, against you as you pursue righteousness. Remember these Scriptures when trying to make decisions, doing God’s work, or seeking a closer relationship with your Lord and others.

In The Spirit – CROSS REFERENCE

SPINNING 360 DEGREES

SCRIPTURE

JOHN 4:23-24; EPHESIANS 6:18; COLOSSIANS 1:7-8

STUDY

Who must you approach In the Spirit?

What is meant by being In the Spirit?

Where can you go In the Spirit?

Why must you approach God In the Spirit?

When are you NOT In the Spirit?

How can you live In the Spirit?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Contact Mr Mitch with any Questions

Servanthood Evidence of Change

June 3, 2024 by mitch

SERVANT FOUNDATION

SCRIPTURE

MATTHEW 12:18, 23:11; MARK 9:35; LUKE 16:13; EPHESIANS 3:7; PHILIPPIANS 2:6-7; 2TIMOTHY 2:24;JUDE 1:1

APPLICATION

Have you noticed that every time you consider serving God, a war begins to rage? It can be an internal war of choice between Spirit or Flesh or an external war which is a result of persecution from others. Servanthood can also have many meanings these days. Forced servanthood as in slavery is filled with violence and oppression which is opposite of what our God desires in a relationship with Him.

Our King desires an intimate relationship us. Surrendering our wills by choice out of our love and devotion to Him and His Kingdom. This choice is easy and light because of the love and goodness of our King. The Lord even does the work for us, inside us, given us the Holy Spirit which guides us into all truth. Servanthood, is evidence of change in our hearts and minds which are to be solely focused on our King Jesus and His commands. This servanthood becomes a great and powerful weapon against the wiles of the devil.

The enemy, our adversary will use everyday circumstances to thwart our life in servanthood. It can look like a flat tire, sickness, injury, a busy schedule or godless chatter with friends and family. If he can get our attention off of our service to the King he makes us unfruitful to others and to the Kingdom of God.

How it confuses the world to hear of a righteous King and His Kingdom. A King who came to save and to serve those who were previously His enemies all because of His love for His Father in heaven and those He created. Our response to this love results in changed lives as we, now His children, are transformed into the likeness of the King. Servanthood becomes the evidence of this change. The King’s children become servants not because they have to, but because they want to!

STUDIES

Who’s Servant are you?

How did Jesus show you He is a Servant?

Where can you Serve God daily?

Why can you not be a Servant to God and money?

When did you become the Lord’s Servant?

How can you learn to be a good and faithful Servant?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Patience considering others first

June 2, 2024 by mitch

PATIENCE

Martial Arts CROSS REFERENCE

5th KYU / GREEN BELT / 6th RANK / GUP

SCRIPTURE

NUMBERS 14:18; PSALMS 37:7; PROVERBS 16:32, 19:11,25:15; ECCLESIASTES 7:8; ISAIAH7:13; ROMANS 2:1-4,5:3-4,8:25, 9:21-22; 1CORINTHIANS 13:4;GALATIANS 5:22-23, 6:9;EPHESIANS 4:2; COLOSSIANS 3:12-14; 1TIMOTHY 1:16; 2 TIMOTHY 4:2; HEBREWS 6:12,10:23,36; JAMES 1:2-4,5:7-10; 1PETER 2:20; 2PETER 3:15

APPLICATION

Have you found that in your life there are many opportunities to practice patience? Are you always feeling stuck in a constant place of waiting as frustration begins to manifest himself as anger, rudeness and self-centeredness.

But as you begin to read the Bible and believe what it says you start to grow closer to loving God and others. You begin to realize that Jesus lived a perfect example of patience for us through His life as a servant and through His meekness. His display of patience with His family, friends, disciples and even those who hated Him. Jesus shows us how to consider others first, bearing with their faults, being kind and gentle, laying down our lives for others.

Be encouraged! Your life is now hidden with Christ in God so sweep the wickedness from your life, remembering His grace and forgiveness extended to you, Build your life upon the Cornerstone of your faith, the precious Stone you have found, Trust in Him even when His ways appear hidden from you. Petition God to equip you to live a life of patience. Pray at all times in the Spirit. Remember who you are as a child of God and the purpose of your life on this earth. To expand the Kingdom of God. Patience, considering others first.

STUDY

Who is Patient with you daily?

What is a good example of God’s Patience with Israel?

Where does your lack of Patience with others appear most often?

Why are you to be Patient with others?

When are you able to be Patient with others?

How does God teach you Patience?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Meekness Is Not Weakness

May 29, 2024 by mitch

MEEKNESS

In our society meekness is often looked upon as “wimpy”. If you don’t argue, get angry or get aggressive when confronted with confrontation of some type. Those people are always trying to take advantage of your kindness or patience if your demeanor portrays yourself as Meek. Meekness is not weakness. This view of meekness comes from the pride in us, which is our flesh and used by the enemy against us. In truth, meekness takes much courage and self control! A life of meekness is not weakness but is a testimony to others, allowing God character to reveal Himself through us. If we do not argue, complain, or backbite; but speak graciously and forgive generously, others will see and be drawn to the blessings of life with ‘Christ as Savior and Lord. They will see the power and authority of being a child of Gods’ and a discipleship of Jesus Christ. Doing the same things that He did. And God will be praised! Meekness is a strong weapon against the enemy. Blessed are the Meek they will inherit the earth!

Meekness Martial Art Technique CROSS REFERENCE

BOTTOM OF FOOT

SCRIPTURE

PSALMS 22:26,25:9,37:11,76:8-9, 147:6, 149:4; ISAIAH 11:1-4, 29:19; ZEPHANIAH 2:3; MATTHEW 5:5,9,38-42;11:29,27:13; MARK 9:50; ROMANS 12:14; 14:19; 1CORINTHIANS 10:32; 2CORINTHIANS 10:1,13:11;GALATlANS 5:22-26, 6:1; EPHESIANS 4:1-2; PHILIPPIANS 2:14-15; COLOSSIANS 3:12-14; 1THESSALONIANS 5:14-15; 1TIMOTHY 3:2-3, 6:11; 2TIMOTHY 2:24-26; TITUS 3:1-2; HEBREWS 10:36, 12:14; JAMES1:2-16; 1PETER 2:18-23,3:4; JUDE 9

STUDY

Who did Jesus say will inherit the earth?

What is Meekness?

Where can you find an example of Jesus’ Meekness?

Why does the enemy hate Meekness?

When did the Apostle Paul show Meekness?

How does being Meek show the power of God?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Avoid Godless Chatter

May 24, 2024 by mitch

AVOID GODLESS CHATTER

Why is it important to avoid Godless chatter? Can’t I just say what is on my mind? Does God know what I am thinking? Does God know what I am going to say before I say it? Can’t I talk about sports, politics, the weather, TV shows, music and entertainment news? The World and its vices have so much to offer to my senses and mind. The World can keep me talking all the time, memorizing worldly comedy and songs. Talking about my family, friends and neighbors personal business and lives. It is easy to get bound up in chatter other than what pleases the One who loves me and created me to be His. When I became a follower and disciple of Jesus I gave up my will and surrendered it to Jesus for the Kingdom of God. So, a course joke, a slanted comment, or simply talking about the weather and sports as your daily diet for conversation can lead me away from the mission I have from God. The enemy earnestly desires to get my mind off of God, in order to render me unfruitful and to keep me from maturing in Christ. Check all thoughts and conversations, bringing them to Christ for His approval. For just as Godless chatter can lead you away from Him, Godly conversation will draw you and others closer to Him. Be transformed by renewing your mind through reading, memorizing, and meditating on God’s Word. Build up one another; encourage! Praise and worship together, drawing each other closer to God.

MARTIAL ART CROSS REFERENCE

CARTWHEEL

SCRIPTURE

1TIMOTHY 6:20; 2TIMOTHY 2:15-16

STUDY

Who should Avoid Godless Chatter?

What is Godless Chatter?

Where is your biggest battle fought against Godless Chatter?

Why Avoid Godless Chatter?

When should you Avoid Godless Chatter?

How can you Avoid Godless Chatter?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Continue to lift one another up before the throne of God

May 20, 2024 by mitch

The enemy would have us turn our backs on one another – physically in our relationships, and spiritually in prayer. He would also like us to believe that God does not care about us and has abandoned us. But Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and God the Father each in His own way continually intercedes for us. In the Scriptures, we also see men interceding for one another through prayer. Continue to lift one another up before the throne of God. Make a list and use it as your daily marching orders. Stay on your knees and continue to fight the good fight of the faith.

INTERCESSION

CROSS REFERENCE

SIDE SNAP KICK / YUP CHAGIE

SCRIPTURE

GENESIS 20:7; EXODUS 28:12,29-30,38; 32:9-14; NUMBERS 14:11-20, 16:46-50;DEUTERONOMY 5:5, 7:9,9:18-29; 1SAMUEL 7:5-8, 12:23; JOB 1:5, 9:32-33,16:21,42:8-10; ISAIAH 62:6-7,65:8; JEREMIAH 5:1; EZEKIEL 22:30; MATTHEW 5:44,8:5-13; PHILIPPIANS 1:3-10; ROMANS 1:9, 8:26-27,34; EPHESIANS 1:15-19,3:14-19, 6:18; HEBREWS 7:25, 13:18; JAMES 5:13-20; COLOSSIANS 1:3-9,2:1-2;1 TIMOTHY 2:1; 2 THESSALONIANS 1:11; REVELATION 5:8, 8:3-4; 1 PETER 2:5,9;1JOHN 5:16

STUDY

Who is Interceding for you and whom should you Intercede for daily?

What is Intercession?

Where should you Intercede for others?

Why should you Intercede for others?

When is a good time to Intercede by prayer for others?

How will understanding Intercession help the body of Christ?

How does this apply to your life?

What is your prayer?

What is your memory verse?

Continue to lift up one another before the throne of God!