Introducing the New National Director of Vineyard, SA – Dave Pederson
Luke 4: 26-39 (Key text) The story of Legion
Luke 8 and 10 (supporting texts)
A. 1. ISOLATION a sign of a troubled soul.
2. Understand the difference between power and authority.
3. From naked, frantic, irrational behaviour to seated, clothed and right mind.
B. PORNOGRAPHY of spiritual lust
- Its invasine nature
- Inattention to the dangers of our relationships.
C. PREOCCUPATION and emotional disconnect
Examples from Men are waffles & women are spaghetti.
D. Gospel power break poverty mindset (entitlement).
E. A new humanity breaks cultural barriers and biases.
F. It is for Freedom that we’ve been set free.
G. THE MODELS OF DELIVERANCE
- Classical Model: Pentecostal – Using authority to command
- Teaching Model: Evangelical – Shining light- The power of the Word
- Pastoral approach: Cleansing – healing the inner wounds
H. 5 WAYS TO INNER HEALING
- Acknowledge your need: remove masks
- Work in forgiveness: reconcile injustice
- Heal your Memories: Truth Frees – leave the cage
- Take responsibility: Engage – you have a choice of response
- What has God revealed: His love transforms
I. Demons are influences and patterns that affect us.
J. Self hatred cause us to lose the sense of His presence.
K. Fear and Pride keep us trapped.