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“Proclamation, the preaching of the Gospel, should be central to Christian worship. The sermon is the central dynamic in the worship experience. It is the fulcrum upon which the entire service of worship hinges. Everything that comes before it should point to it, and everything that comes after it should issue out of it. Because of this, the pastor is the worship leader of the church. In too many places and in too many circumstances, worship is only identified with something we do before the sermon. That is, we think the worship leader is one who leads choruses or spiritual songs. The dynamic of the worship experience is a complete package, and it is the sermon, the preaching of the Gospel, that must be central to it. It is the poastor himself who sets the tone for worship.”
― O.S. Hawkins

“There are stark differences between as "achieved ministry" and a "received ministry." An achieved ministry seeks the applause and amen of men. A received ministry sees the applause and amen of God. An achieved ministry may succeed even though it fails. A received ministry may fail (in the eyes of men) even though it succeeds (in the eyes of God). Pastor, one of the most liberating discoveries you will ever make is to discover, or perhaps rediscover, that, like Paul, you have "received a ministry" from the Lord. The pastor's calling is to "serve God's purpose" and glorify hus holy name in the process.”
― O.S. Hawkins

“Our minds are like a hotel. The manager can’t keep people from coming into the lobby, but he can keep them from getting a room. It is the same with our thoughts. It is not a sin when an impure thought goes through our minds. The sin comes when we give it a room and let it settle down there.”
― O. S., Dr. Hawkins, The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer

“In the midst of his great difficulties, Job’s source of delight was seeing God in the next life. He knew that “in the end” heaven is a wonderful place.”
― O. S., Dr. Hawkins, The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer

“Often when things are not going our way, our own attitude can make a tough situation even more difficult. An accurate perspective is vital, especially when it is midnight in our soul. Giving thanks to God and singing His praise will alter our perspective as the Lord’s light of hope breaks through.”
― O.S. Hawkins, The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer

“A “god” is anyone or anything that enjoys your primary devotion.”
― O. S. Hawkins, The Joshua Code (52 Scripture Verses Every Believer Should Know)

“The motivating factor behind God’s redemptive plan for every man and woman is His love for us. He not only loves us, He so loves us!”
― O. S. Hawkins, The Joshua Code (52 Scripture Verses Every Believer Should Know)

“We have reached a dangerous point in our spiritual journey when we feel that we have all the answers and we stop asking questions.”
― O. S., Dr. Hawkins, The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer

“Not My will, but Yours, be done” (Luke 22:42). THE”
― O.S. Hawkins, The Joshua Code (52 Scripture Verses Every Believer Should Know)

“George Washington entered the office of the presidency with these wise words: “The propitious smiles of Heaven can never be expected on a nation that disregards the eternal rules of order and right which Heaven itself has ordained.” In 1796 he left office with this farewell: “Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars.” Sadly, our first president would not recognize his nation today.”
― O. S., Dr. Hawkins, The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer