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Yes, Lord

West Angeles Church of God in Christ • Jun 12, 2025 • 24 min

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Summary

In this teaching on Mark 7:24–30, Elder Wilfred Graves explores the story of the Syrophoenician woman to reveal how genuine faith unlocks God's power and deliverance. He shows that God does not judge by outward status or background, but responds to those who humbly admit their need, hear His Word, and persistently seek Him. Ultimately, true faith means saying "Yes, Lord"—surrendering fully to the authority, timing, and will of Jesus Christ in every situation.

Themes

Faith and PersistenceThe Lordship of Jesus ChristGod's Impartiality and GraceHumility and PrayerTrusting God in Difficulty

Pastor's Points

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Humbly recognize that you need God's help.

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Hear the good news about Jesus Christ to build your faith.

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Maintain a persistent attitude in seeking your breakthrough.

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Make Jesus Christ the central object of your faith by surrendering to His Lordship.

Key Points

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Humbly recognizing our complete need for God is the necessary first step before receiving His help and deliverance.
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God does not show partiality or favor based on ethnicity, social class, gender, or popularity, but responds directly to genuine faith.
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Hearing the truth of God's Word strengthens our hearts and inspires faith that Christ can perform miracles.
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True faith exhibits persistence and humble determination, refusing to give up on God's promises even during difficult trials.
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Like Jacob wrestling with the Lord in Genesis 32, we must persistently pursue God's blessing and refuse to give up on our miracle.
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Genuine faith recognizes Jesus Christ as supreme Lord, acknowledging His absolute authority over every situation and trouble.
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Surrendering completely to God's will, way, calling, and timing opens the door for Christ to respond and bring freedom in our lives.

Sermon Moments

“God does not respond to our ethnicity, social class, or gender. God responds to our faith.”

“You may be black, but you don't have to take a step back. You may be poor, but you don't have to feel sore.”

“Without the Lord, we can do nothing... without Christ, our lives would be drifting like a ship without a sail.”

“The Syrophoenician woman knew deep down that the Lord Jesus Christ was her daughter's only source of deliverance.”

“Your rent may be due and your gas tank may be empty, but don't give up on your miracle.”

“When we say that Jesus Christ is Lord, this means that Christ has all power and all authority both in heaven and on earth. Everything must bow at the mention of his great name.”

“Whatever dominates the headlines, conflict, division, or uncertainty, none of it is a match for our Lord.”

“No matter how severe your trial or how intense your situation is, you must surrender to the Lord and say yes to him. Yes to your will. Yes to your way. Yes to your calling. Yes to your timing.”

This Week

Take time this week to humbly pray and express to the Lord how much you truly need Him in every area of your life.

Feed your faith daily by listening to and reading God's Word, focusing on His power, love, and mercy.

Refuse to give up on your miracle or breakthrough, even if you are facing financial hardship, weariness, or physical sickness.

Maintain a persistent attitude of humility before the Lord, continuing to seek Him diligently through prayer.

Practice surrendering your daily plans and decisions to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, saying "Yes, Lord" to His will and way.

Trust that God loves you unconditionally and is no respecter of persons, approaching Him with confidence regardless of your background or status.

Submit your timing and circumstances to Christ, acknowledging that He is greater than any challenge, division, or uncertainty you face.

Remember This

Saying "Yes, Lord" by humbly surrendering our lives to the authority and will of Jesus Christ is the key to experiencing His power and miraculous deliverance.

A Challenge for You

Regardless of what you may be facing today, it is time for you to say, "Yes, Lord." No matter how severe your trial or how intense your situation is, you must surrender to the Lord and say yes to Him—yes to His will, His way, His calling, and His timing.

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