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• Children's blessing and prayer
• Online giving campaign to support church finances
• Church skate event and thanks to attendees
• New Year's prayers for personal journeys, challenges, and conflicts around the world
• Request for guidance on conflict resolution, unity, and reconciliation
• Care for the earth and its resources
• Celebration of new life and birth
• Prayers for those facing difficulties, hardships, and mourning recent losses
• Support for grieving families and individuals
• Welcome and recognition of new members in the congregation
• Gratitude for church leaders and their roles in the community
• Looking back on the year and anticipating God's continued work
• Difficulty seeing God at work in some situations
• The importance of grounding in Scripture as we reflect on the past year
• Reading Jeremiah 23:23-24, which declares God's presence and power
• Assessing the past year and its impact on our perspective for the future
• The tendency to assume success or hardship based on previous experiences
• Distinction between apathy, hopelessness, and optimism when considering God's presence
• Understanding of God's nature and role in the world
• Analysis of three rhetorical questions from scripture regarding God's nearness, ability to hide from Him, and omnipresence
• Discussion of God's incredulity at those who misrepresent His character
• Jeremiah prophesies about the Babylonian captivity and exile
• The Israelites have forgotten God's ways, leading to their capture by Nebuchadnezzar's armies
• False prophets contradict Jeremiah's messages, promising a peaceful and prosperous future
• Jeremiah creates a wooden yoke as a sign of the coming burden of Babylon
• Hananiah breaks the yoke, falsely prophesying that Nebuchadnezzar's rule will end within two years
• Desire for ease and comfort in life
• Preference for messages that make people feel good over ones that confront them with truth and guilt
• Lack of change in human nature despite repeated messages
• Expectation of a better life defined by material wealth or ease
• Questioning what to do if life does not improve despite following God's promises
• Criticism of false prophets who blame individuals for their situation
• Redefining God to make him manageable and controllable
• Making God a debit and credit machine, where good things are given based on what we do
• Failing to recognize that this view of God is not based on biblical understanding
• Comparing this view to the universe or spiritual energy as a way to get what we want
• How many people today view God in a similar way, trying to manage him and make him respond to their actions.
• Definition of "omni" as a Latin prefix meaning all or every
• Explanation of God's omnis: omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence
• Analogy using an escape room with an omnidirectional lock to illustrate the concept of moving in every direction
• Clarification that understanding the meaning of these terms is essential for further discussion
• The speaker describes a physical object that requires sequential direction to move.
• A comparison is made between God's omnipotence and the localized gods of ancient Near Eastern mythology, such as Baal or Mot.
• Gods in ancient Near Eastern mythology were often tied to specific regions or localities, whereas God in the Bible is considered all-powerful and not regionalized.
• The concept of God's omnipotence and power
• God's presence in all regions, realms, and rooms
• God's knowledge and omniscience
• The idea that God knows the secrets of human hearts
• Psalm references (44, 144, 39) highlighting God's understanding and perception of human thoughts and actions
• The nature of God's all-knowing and all-seeing attributes
• The implications of God not knowing everything, including the potential for humans to surprise or catch Him off guard
• The idea that if God doesn't know everything, He is not in control but must react to situations
• The notion that this understanding undermines God's character as described in scripture
• The concept of God's sovereignty and omnipresence
• The idea that without God, nothing would exist or continue to exist
• A discussion on Jeremiah's message about God's knowledge and presence even in exile and difficult circumstances
• A reference to Psalm 139 highlighting God's presence everywhere, including in heaven and earth
• The speaker discusses the concept of God's omnipresence, stating that God is everywhere and present in all aspects of creation.
• A distinction is made between panentheism/pantheism, where God is part of creation, and the idea that God is present everywhere through his spirit.
• Examples are given to illustrate God's presence, including heaven, depths, morning, other side of the sea, darkness, hospital room, graveside, and counseling room.
• The speaker emphasizes that there is no place, time, or situation where God is not present.
• The presence of God in difficult times
• The truth that God is always with us
• The characteristics of God (omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent)
• Jeremiah's reminder to see trials as under God's control and having a purpose in them
• The idea that even suffering can be used by God for His plan
• The concept that God has a purpose for human suffering is discussed
• The idea that if God is not all-powerful, then human suffering is meaningless
• The importance of having confidence in God's power and control
• The limitations of the "God of health and wealth" doctrine
• The scriptural evidence that supports God's omnipotence and omniscience
• The promise of a righteous branch to take the place of failed leaders
• The concept of a new act of salvation by God
• A new covenant that changes people's hearts
• External obedience vs. internal transformation through God's work
• The cross as an example of God turning evil into good
• Jesus' life, death, and resurrection as the basis for restoration to God
• Omni-comfort is real because God is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent.
• The concept of omni-comfort is discussed in the context of Reformed theology.
• The word "providence" refers to God's action of bringing comfort through his omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence.
• Question 27 of the Heidelberg Catechism defines providence as God's almighty power by which he upholds heaven and earth.
• The knowledge of God's creation and providence
• How knowing God helps us be patient, thankful, and have confidence in the future
• Understanding that all creatures are in God's hand and cannot move without His will
• The importance of holding truth about who God is
• A reference to a question and answer from the Heidelberg Catechism
• Talking about reflecting on past year and looking forward to next
• Importance of faith and trusting in God's work
• Praying for clarity to see God at work, and trust when unable to do so
• Belief that all things will work together for good
• Asking God to fill them with His purpose
• Invocation and prayer for the new year
• Reflection on the fleeting nature of human efforts and legacy
• Warning against boasting or pride
• Praise and worship of Jesus Christ as Lord and King
• Acknowledgment of His rule and reign
• Recognition of Christ's sacrifice and provision for sinners
• Declaration of His living presence with believers
• Praise and worship
• Invitation to fellowship and refreshments

• Children's blessing and prayer

• Online giving campaign to support church finances

• Church skate event and thanks to attendees

• New Year's prayers for personal journeys, challenges, and conflicts around the world

• Request for guidance on conflict resolution, unity, and reconciliation

• Care for the earth and its resources

• Celebration of new life and birth

• Prayers for those facing difficulties, hardships, and mourning recent losses

• Support for grieving families and individuals

• Welcome and recognition of new members in the congregation

• Gratitude for church leaders and their roles in the community

• Looking back on the year and anticipating God's continued work

• Difficulty seeing God at work in some situations

• The importance of grounding in Scripture as we reflect on the past year

• Reading Jeremiah 23:23-24, which declares God's presence and power

• Assessing the past year and its impact on our perspective for the future

• The tendency to assume success or hardship based on previous experiences

• Distinction between apathy, hopelessness, and optimism when considering God's presence

• Understanding of God's nature and role in the world

• Analysis of three rhetorical questions from scripture regarding God's nearness, ability to hide from Him, and omnipresence

• Discussion of God's incredulity at those who misrepresent His character

• Jeremiah prophesies about the Babylonian captivity and exile

• The Israelites have forgotten God's ways, leading to their capture by Nebuchadnezzar's armies

• False prophets contradict Jeremiah's messages, promising a peaceful and prosperous future

• Jeremiah creates a wooden yoke as a sign of the coming burden of Babylon

• Hananiah breaks the yoke, falsely prophesying that Nebuchadnezzar's rule will end within two years

• Desire for ease and comfort in life

• Preference for messages that make people feel good over ones that confront them with truth and guilt

• Lack of change in human nature despite repeated messages

• Expectation of a better life defined by material wealth or ease

• Questioning what to do if life does not improve despite following God's promises

• Criticism of false prophets who blame individuals for their situation

• Redefining God to make him manageable and controllable

• Making God a debit and credit machine, where good things are given based on what we do

• Failing to recognize that this view of God is not based on biblical understanding

• Comparing this view to the universe or spiritual energy as a way to get what we want

• How many people today view God in a similar way, trying to manage him and make him respond to their actions.

• Definition of "omni" as a Latin prefix meaning all or every

• Explanation of God's omnis: omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence

• Analogy using an escape room with an omnidirectional lock to illustrate the concept of moving in every direction

• Clarification that understanding the meaning of these terms is essential for further discussion

• The speaker describes a physical object that requires sequential direction to move.

• A comparison is made between God's omnipotence and the localized gods of ancient Near Eastern mythology, such as Baal or Mot.

• Gods in ancient Near Eastern mythology were often tied to specific regions or localities, whereas God in the Bible is considered all-powerful and not regionalized.

• The concept of God's omnipotence and power

• God's presence in all regions, realms, and rooms

• God's knowledge and omniscience

• The idea that God knows the secrets of human hearts

• Psalm references (44, 144, 39) highlighting God's understanding and perception of human thoughts and actions

• The nature of God's all-knowing and all-seeing attributes

• The implications of God not knowing everything, including the potential for humans to surprise or catch Him off guard

• The idea that if God doesn't know everything, He is not in control but must react to situations

• The notion that this understanding undermines God's character as described in scripture

• The concept of God's sovereignty and omnipresence

• The idea that without God, nothing would exist or continue to exist

• A discussion on Jeremiah's message about God's knowledge and presence even in exile and difficult circumstances

• A reference to Psalm 139 highlighting God's presence everywhere, including in heaven and earth

• The speaker discusses the concept of God's omnipresence, stating that God is everywhere and present in all aspects of creation.

• A distinction is made between panentheism/pantheism, where God is part of creation, and the idea that God is present everywhere through his spirit.

• Examples are given to illustrate God's presence, including heaven, depths, morning, other side of the sea, darkness, hospital room, graveside, and counseling room.

• The speaker emphasizes that there is no place, time, or situation where God is not present.

• The presence of God in difficult times

• The truth that God is always with us

• The characteristics of God (omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent)

• Jeremiah's reminder to see trials as under God's control and having a purpose in them

• The idea that even suffering can be used by God for His plan

• The concept that God has a purpose for human suffering is discussed

• The idea that if God is not all-powerful, then human suffering is meaningless

• The importance of having confidence in God's power and control

• The limitations of the "God of health and wealth" doctrine

• The scriptural evidence that supports God's omnipotence and omniscience

• The promise of a righteous branch to take the place of failed leaders

• The concept of a new act of salvation by God

• A new covenant that changes people's hearts

• External obedience vs. internal transformation through God's work

• The cross as an example of God turning evil into good

• Jesus' life, death, and resurrection as the basis for restoration to God

• Omni-comfort is real because God is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent.

• The concept of omni-comfort is discussed in the context of Reformed theology.

• The word "providence" refers to God's action of bringing comfort through his omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence.

• Question 27 of the Heidelberg Catechism defines providence as God's almighty power by which he upholds heaven and earth.

• The knowledge of God's creation and providence

• How knowing God helps us be patient, thankful, and have confidence in the future

• Understanding that all creatures are in God's hand and cannot move without His will

• The importance of holding truth about who God is

• A reference to a question and answer from the Heidelberg Catechism

• Talking about reflecting on past year and looking forward to next

• Importance of faith and trusting in God's work

• Praying for clarity to see God at work, and trust when unable to do so

• Belief that all things will work together for good

• Asking God to fill them with His purpose

• Invocation and prayer for the new year

• Reflection on the fleeting nature of human efforts and legacy

• Warning against boasting or pride

• Praise and worship of Jesus Christ as Lord and King

• Acknowledgment of His rule and reign

• Recognition of Christ's sacrifice and provision for sinners

• Declaration of His living presence with believers

• Praise and worship

• Invitation to fellowship and refreshments