There’s Turbulence in Transition – Pastor Obed Martinez

Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! 2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: 3 Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, 4 Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with loving-kindness and tender mercies, 5 Who satisfies your mouth with good things, So that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. – Psalms 103:1-5 (NKJV)

Bless and affectionately praise the Lord, O my soul, And all that is [deep] within me, bless His holy name. Bless and affectionately praise the Lord, O my soul, And do not forget any of His benefits; Who forgives all your sins, Who heals all your diseases; Who redeems your life from the pit, Who crowns you [lavishly] with loving-kindness and tender mercy; Who satisfies your years with good things, So that your youth is renewed like the [soaring] eagle. – Psalms 103:1-5 (AMP)

In This Psalm We See How We Are To Praise

David praises God affectionately
David’s praise reminds him of God’s benefits
David praises God for His forgiveness, healing, and redemption
David praises God for crowning him with His loving-kindness, tender mercy
David praises God for satisfying him over the years with good things that brought strength like an eagle.

Our Praise

MAGNIFIES HOW BIG GOD IS
BUILDS MOMENTUM TORWARDS YOUR TURNAROUND
ALTERS YOUR ATTITUDE AND BRINGS YOU INTO GOD’S GRATITUDE

Immediately He directed the disciples to get into the boat and go ahead of Him to the other side [of the Sea of Galilee], while He sent the crowds away. 23 After He had dismissed the crowds, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When it was evening, He was there alone. 24 But the boat [by this time] was already a [a]long distance from land, tossed and battered by the waves; for the wind was against them. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night (3:00-6:00 a.m.) Jesus came to them, walking on the sea. 26 When the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in fear. 27 But immediately He spoke to them, saying, “Take courage, it is I! Do not be afraid!”28 Peter replied to Him, “Lord, if it is [really] You, command me to come to You on the water.” 29 He said, “Come!” So Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus. 30 But when he saw [the effects of] the wind, he was frightened, and he began to sink, and he cried out, “Lord, save me!” 31 Immediately Jesus extended His hand and caught him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you [b]doubt?” 32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33 Then those in the boat worshiped Him [with awe-inspired reverence], saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!” – Matthew 14:22-33 (AMP)

1. BUCKLE YOUR SEATBELT
Faith Your Fears

God is our refuge and strength [mighty and impenetrable], A very present and well-proved help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change And though the mountains be shaken and slip into the heart of the seas, Though its waters roar and foam, Though the mountains tremble at its roaring. – Psalms 46:1-3 (AMP)

2. PUSH YOUR SEAT FORWARD
Change Your Posture

Peter replied to Him, “Lord, if it is [really] You, command me to come to You on the water.” 29 He said, “Come!” So Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus. – Matthew 14:28-29 (AMP)

3. TRUST THE PILOT
Keep Your Faith in God

But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] Will gain new strength and renew their power; They will lift up their wings [and rise up close to God] like eagles [rising toward the sun];They will run and not become weary, They will walk and not grow tired. – Isaiah 40:31 (AMP)

“The Lord is my strength and my song, And He has become my salvation; This is my God, and I will praise Him; My father’s God, and I will exalt Him. – Exodus 15:2 (AMP)