Mending the Nets

I am presently preaching a sermon series called the "Net Series". I was amazed at the response "Mending the Nets" received. The "nets" are a metaphor of our life. "Mending the Nets" represent the seasons of life that we get broken. It was once again an eye opener to see how many Christians are hurting and displaced. I'm sure the recession we are in accentuates the stress in people's lives. For those of you who read this blog and are presently going through trying times I trust that this message will bring healing and comfort to your mind, body and soul!
This is a simple yet profound outline to remember who Jesus is to the believer.

Matthew 4:21, 22 "...James and John were were sitting in a boat with their father, Zebedee, mending the nets. And Jesus called to them to come. They immediately followed Him, leaving the boat and their father behind."

• Four key areas that our nets/life can break under the stress of everyday life:

1. Our Nets can break under Physical stress!

Remember, Jesus is Jehovah Rophe, "the Lord my healer"

2. Our Nets can break under Emotional stress!

Remember, Jesus is El Shaddai, "my God who is more than enough"

3. Our Nets can break under Financial stress!

Remember, Jesus is Jehovah Jireh, "the Lord my provider"

4. Our Nets can break under Relational stress!

Remember, Jesus is Jehovah Tsidkenu, "the Lord my righteousness"

I pray that the Lord would touch and encourage you right now in Jesus name!