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Sermons from Central Church in Charlotte, NC. Listen to Pastor Loran Livingston as he delivers his “tell it as it is” sermons from the Word of God each Sunday morning and evening.

Latest Episodes:

100110-1800-Loran Livingston - The War of Fasting Jan 11, 2010

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2010-01-10-1800 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 10th, 2010 in the 6:00 PM service.

Ref: Hebrews 13:15-16; Judges 20; Acts 10:1-48

Topic: Fasting

Notes:- Men of tribe demanded Benjamin give up guests to them... Benjamin gave his concubine ... she was killed... he sent her over land of Israel- Israel went after Benjamin on their own strength- If your mind's made up, don't bother calling on God... expect defeat- Two times Israel fought Benjamin and were defeated- Third time Israel fasted and prayed... the Lord gave them victory- Fasting is not legalism- Cornelius: devout, feared God, gave, prayed but was not saved- Cornelius fasted and God sent Peter who then preached the gospel to the Gentiles and the Spirit fell- Tongues to magnify and praise God- At some point while fasting you will feel useless; a fast gets you beyond the feeling- Fasting is the front line of spiritual warfare- Distracted by thoughts of food... the flesh is fighting for its life- You begin seeing scripture like never before, develop clarity of mind, hunger in the spirit, time slows down- You'll never do anything more dangerous towards the enemy...

100110-1030-Loran Livingston - Stay Before God Jan 11, 2010

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2010-01-10-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 10th, 2010 in the 10:30 service.

Scripture: James 4:7-9; Luke 5:33-35; Matthew 17:14-21

Topic: Fasting

Notes:- We live in flesh, worship when convenient; worship is a way of life- People fast with wrong motives; the Spirit must do the leading- Jesus led into wilderness where he fasted then was tempted so that He'd have mastery over his desires- Fasting and praying is the essence of walking with Jesus- No joy in doing things religiously, but when hungry for God, moving toward God... there is a freshness and sweetness that comes in- We cannot celebrate fully until Jesus is among us; until then, fast- Faith in God is power with God, but where devil has a stronghold more is needed. Fasting and praying will drive out the enemy.- Daniel fasted/prayed: Gabriel fought prince of Persia three weeks, Michael distracted devil and Gabriel delivered message to Daniel- Jesus fasted food (strongest desire of human psyche)- Spirit and flesh contrary; objective of flesh is to stifle Spirit in you- Operating in the flesh opens door to fear, doubt and weakness- Elijah called down fire that killed prophets of Baal. Regained strength only after fasting- God does great works through us and we must replenish through fasting and praying or weakness moves in

100110-0830-Loran Livingston - Stay Before God Jan 11, 2010

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2010-01-10-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 10th, 2010 in the 8:30 service.

Scripture: James 4:7-9; Luke 5:33-35; Matthew 17:14-21

Topic: Fasting

100103-1800-Loran Livingston - Set Before God Jan 04, 2010

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2010-01-03-1800 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 3rd, 2010 in the 6:00 PM service.

Ref: II Chronicles 20:1-20; Acts 13:1-4

Topic: Fasting

Notes:- Fasting and prayer should be a part of our lifestyles... in the homes. - What you do when you are afraid determines your faith- We should set ourselves before God... Jehoshaphat called Judah to fasting and prayer to seek the Lord- The sins you do not confront and the friends of the world you make will become your downfall- Children should see parents touch God in difficult times- We don't know the kind of victory Jehoshaphat saw.- The only thing that matters is how we seek and serve God- Our church is falling because we are not depending on God- We should not date, marry, make business deals, buy homes, or even join a church without fasting and praying.

100103-1030-Loran Livingston - How Do We Get There? Jan 04, 2010

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2010-01-03-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 3rd, 2010 in the 10:30 service.

Scripture: Psalm 16:11; James 4:7-9; Daniel 10

Topic: Fasting

Notes:- In the presence of God there is no depression, impatience, defeat, boredom, anger, resentment...- How do I get to that place?- We are saved to work. Things don't just happen; there are disciplines- Prayer is a privilege to look forward to and make time for- Submit to God, resist the devil and he will flee...- Call for a 21 day "Daniel fast."- Fasting, one won't wrestle with acceptance, will get understanding, will realize God answers prayer, and will gain spiritual strength

100103-0830-Loran Livingston - How Do We Get There? Jan 04, 2010

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2010-01-03-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 3rd, 2010 in the 8:30 service.

Scripture: Psalm 16:11; James 4:7-9; Daniel 10

Topic: Fasting

091227-1800-Loran Livingston - The Unconditional Love of God Dec 28, 2009

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2009-12-27-1800 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 27th, 2009 in the 6:00 PM service.

Ref: I John 4:15-19

Topic: Assurance

Notes:- He loves us because He is God- God's love compels us... to treat others with love- We struggle with how we think God feels about us because of how we've treated Him- Abide in His love- He already took your punishment on the cross; live in boldness- My salvation is secure; I'm a mess bound for glory... people are scarred, living in fear that salvation will be lost- Cannot get saved and lose it

091227-1030-Loran Livingston - What Do We Believe? Dec 28, 2009

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2009-12-27-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 27th, 2009 in the 8:30 service.

Scripture: Luke 1:30-38

Topic: Faith

Notes:- Is your situation too difficult? Our God is the God of impossibilities.- We believe some scripture; we manipulate scriptures we know- If we knew the Bible we would live differently- If I believed the scriptures I would do them.- No situation is too difficult for the Lord. If he says it, it is true.- If you are willing to give it away you won't try to justify keeping it.- Lifestyle of generosity. There is no one that doesn't have to give.- When you have a dinner, invite that poor that cannot repay you.- What will we do with the pure words of Christ?- Our minds are on here and now; should be on eternity- When I do what He says I will walk in joy- Pastor in CA sold house, have $ to mission in Africa...

091227-0830-Loran Livingston - What Do We Believe? Dec 28, 2009

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2009-12-27-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 27th, 2009 in the 8:30 service.

Scripture: Luke 1:30-38

Topic: Faith

091220-1800-Loran Livingston - According to Your Word Dec 21, 2009

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2009-12-20-1800 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 20th, 2009 in the 6:00 PM service.

Ref: Luke 1:38-56

Topic: Faith

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