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  WHERE MEN WILL NOT REGARD A FAITHFUL MINISTRY
  by James Bourne
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Summary: A lack of regard for faithful ministry is a sign that God is
not present, but His presence is displayed by overcoming opposition and
prospering His cause.

Topics: "Faithful Ministry", "Gods Presence"
Scripture References: Psalm 118:6, Isaiah 54:17, Romans 8:31, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Ephesians 4:15, Philippians 1:6

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James Bourne emphasizes that when people do not value a faithful
ministry, it indicates the absence of the Lord's presence, regardless of
their outward behavior. He highlights the importance of maintaining a
close bond with one another and with Christ as the Head of the Church.
Bourne teaches that if God chooses to bless and prosper His work in a
particular place, He will ensure its continuation despite any
opposition. Those who oppose God's work will face utter confusion and
defeat, as God will bring His plans to completion (Philippians 1:6).

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Where men will not regard a faithful ministry it is a sign that the Lord
is not with them, let their outward deportment be what it may. The
beauty and strength of a people consists in preserving that tender union
one with another, and with Christ as the living Head. If it pleases God
to give his blessing, his presence, and to prosper his cause in any
place, it will be displayed by the arm of his strength carrying on the
work through all opposition. And he who has begun this will manifestly
carry it on to the horrible confusion of all opposers and untender
professors. (Phil. 1:6)

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/james-bourne/where-men-will-not-regard-a-faithful-ministry/
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