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I'm a Believer

City of Refuge • Mar 22, 2026 • 51 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

In this message, Bishop Noel Jones challenges believers to discern the times through the lens of Scripture rather than worldly thinking. Drawing from Jesus' words to Thomas in John 20, he contrasts 'seers'—who require physical evidence to believe—with 'believers' who walk by faith and spiritual revelation. He calls the church to move away from material distraction and earthly conflict, urging believers to stand in their spiritual authority and remain anchored in Jesus Christ.

Themes

Faith vs. SightSpiritual DiscernmentThe Authority of the BelieverGod's Prophetic TimetableRighteousness and Justice

Key Points

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Understanding the times requires viewing life through the lens of Scripture rather than natural observation or worldly ideas.
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There are two categories of people in relation to Christ: 'seers' who require physical proof to believe, and 'believers' who trust Him without seeing.
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True believers live by spiritual revelation rather than sensual perception, keeping their spirits intact regardless of surrounding circumstances.
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The church must move away from focusing on material gain and worldly politics, returning to the central message of Jesus Christ and spiritual truth.
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In Isaiah 5, God cultivated Israel like a prime vineyard, expecting righteousness and justice, but warned of judgment when oppression resulted instead.
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Spending immense resources on earthly destruction while ignoring human suffering is contrary to the heart and spirit of God.
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God has not cast away His people, maintaining a faithful remnant and working according to an established prophetic timetable.
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Believers operate in spiritual authority and peace because their life is anchored in Christ and the power of His name.

Sermon Moments

“Jesus called blessed those who have not seen and yet believe, contrasting physical sight with spiritual faith.”

“Believers do not operate by sensual perception; they live by revelation, ensuring no circumstance can break their spirit.”

“Reducing the power of God's Spirit to cars, houses, and bank accounts distracts the church from true heavenly authority.”

“The analogy of burning thousands of dollars in hundred-dollar bills to look for a dropped penny illustrates the foolishness of misplaced priorities and spiritual ignorance.”

“Believers possess authority in Christ to speak over their environment and drive out spiritual opposition.”

“True faith trusts God to handle vengeance while keeping the believer's heart pure and devoted to praise.”

“No weapon formed against a believer shall prosper because their life is hidden in Christ.”

“God operates according to a divine timetable, ultimately gathering all things together under the authority of Jesus Christ.”

This Week

Examine your daily motivations to ensure you are living by faith in Christ rather than chasing material possessions or physical signs.

Practice spiritual discernment by viewing current world events and life struggles through the lens of Scripture rather than secular perspectives.

Speak God's Word over your home and personal space, exercising your authority in Christ to drive out discouragement and fear.

Refuse to harbor resentment or seek revenge when wronged, trusting that vengeance belongs to God while maintaining a pure heart.

Respond to difficult situations with praise and spiritual revelation rather than allowing circumstances or sight to break your spirit.

Actively practice love, forgiveness, and kindness toward others, reflecting Christ's character in how you treat your neighbors and enemies.

Refocus your daily prayer and devotion on Jesus Christ Himself, anchoring your hope in His sacrifice and promised return.

Remember This

True believers do not walk by sight or material proof, but live by spiritual revelation, anchoring their hope and identity entirely in Jesus Christ.

A Challenge for You

I want to be holy. I want to be righteous. I want to do His will. And I'm telling you this, I'm not preaching anything but Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Nothing else. Somebody come to Jesus!

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