Living as Exiles: Praise, Generosity, and Prayer

As God's people, our lives should be offered as sacrifices of praise. Join Pastor Ryan Skolrud at Living Word Community Church as we continue our series, The Supremacy of Christ, looking at Hebrews 13:15-19. Discover how pilgrims in an unenduring world are called to live out their faith through continuous praise, active generosity, respectful deference to leadership, and powerful prayer. Notable Points in the Sermon The Sacrifice of Praise (v. 15): Our praise goes through Christ, acting as the modern "fruit of our lips" referencing Hosea 14:2, making worship a continuous habit rather than a one-time event. The Sacrifice of Generosity (v. 16): Believers are called to do good and share with those in need, serving as a visible outpost of the enduring heavenly city. The Posture of Submission (v. 17): A call to willing deference and respect toward godly leadership, balancing the serious accountability placed upon spiritual watchmen. The Practice of Prayer (vv. 18-19): Recognizing the need to pray for ministry leaders so they can serve with a clear conscience and be restored to their communities. Scripture Passages Used Hebrews 13:15-19 Hebrews 13:14 Hosea 14:2 Jeremiah 6:20 Romans 12:1-2 1 John 3:18-22 Hebrews 6:10 Galatians 6:10 Luke 2:8 James 5:16 Link to sermon notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.win... Connection Card: https://livingwordcc.breezechms.com/f... If any of our resources have blessed you, please consider giving to the mission of Living Word Community Church. Give Online: https://www.living-wordcc.org/give Text-to-Give: (855) 397-6291 and follow the prompts Mail Your Gift: PO Box 502, Carnation, WA 98014 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and share this message with someone who might need it today. Blessings, Living Word Community Church