Redeemer Sermons

A Message: A Bride Worth Fighting For from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15 on: August 1, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY Introduction Leaders jealously guard Christ’s bride from false teaching vs. 1-4 Satan seeks to deceive through crafty transformations vs. 3, 13-15 Defend the gospel of God and the truth of Christ vs. 5-12

A Message: What It Is All About from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 10:7-18 on: July 25, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY Introduction Christ’s authority builds you up into conformity to Christ vs. 7-11 Extending the gospel to regions beyond is a godly goal vs. 12-16 Glorying in the Lord is paramount vs. 17, 18

A Message: The Church as a Community of Grace from the Bible: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-24 on: July 11, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury presented by: Mr. Ryan Alsheimer Grace Received (v9-10) Grace Given (v11-22) Grace Guaranteed (v23-24)

A Message: Christ is the Gift That Keeps on Giving from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 on: July 4, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Grace abounds toward you vs. 8-9 Readiness is a form of generosity vs. 1-5 Cheerful giving is a form of sowing that bears a harvest vs. 6-8, 10-11 Giving brings glory to God vs. 12-15

A Message: The Stewardship of the Grace of Giving from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24, Ephesians 3:1-13 on: June 27, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Stewardship of grace by trusted leaders Zealous stewardship -  vs. 16, 17 Three types of faithful stewards – vs. 16-23 Stewardship for God’s glory - vs. 19, 21, 23, 24

Gen. 4:1-12 – Gen. 4:13-24 – City of Man Gen. 4:25-26 – City of God

A Message: Extravagant Grace Generates Grace-Filled Giving from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 on: June 20, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Sincerity of our love as we respond to Christ’s grace vs. 8, 9 Diligence of giving first to the Lord and then to the church vs. 1-7 Willing completion, according to what one has vs. 10-15

Rev. Tom Troxell

A Message: Changed Christians in Whom We Have Confidence from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:8-16 on: June 6, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction The right sorrow and its place in our lives vs. 6-10 WE DO NOT LIVE IN DENIAL Godly sorrow working itself out in practice vs. 11-12 WE ARE MORE THAN TALKERS Relief flowing from repentance in the sight of God vs. 13-16 WE ARE REFRESHING PEOPLE

A Message: Depressed Does Not Mean Defeated from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:1-7 on: May 30, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction – (A Look Back) - The indwelling, involved, identified and ingrafting Holy Spirit, is perfecting His beloved in holiness, as we believe his promises out of reverence for Him. Open hearts toward His servants: dying and living together vs. 2-4 Troubles, tears and fears in the believer’s life v. 5 Comforted by God Himself and by fellow believers vs. 6-7

A Message: Pentecost Promise from the Bible: Acts 1:1-5, 2:1-4 on: May 23, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction The promises and the Promise – 1:3 The commandments and the Kingdom – 1:1-5 The coming of the Holy Spirit – 2:1-4

A Message: Gospel Promises from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1 on: May 16, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Holding the promises . . . vs. 6:16b, 18, 7:1a An urgent appeal to not be unequally yoked . . . vs. 11-16a Holiness flowing from the promises . . . vs. 7:1, 6:17

A Message: Gospel Urgency from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10 on: May 9, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction The urgent warning not to receive the grace of God in vain v. 1 The urgency of this day, an accepted day of salvation v. 2 The urgency of not giving offense, avoiding blame to ministry vs. 3-10 vs. 4 - 5 – Great endurance in various kinds of tribulation vs. 6 - 7a – Great Endurance by the Holy Spirit’s graces vs. 7b - 8a – Great Endurance through righteousness vs. 8b - 10 – Great Endurance in Triumphant Paradoxes

A Message: Gospel Reconciliation from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 on: May 2, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Reconciled personally and cosmically, all by God vs. 18-19a Ambassadors not knights vs. 19b- 20 Christ made to be sin, not a sinner, and us, reckoned righteous in Him v. 21

A Message: Gospel Regard from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17 on: April 25, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Regarding no one according to the flesh v. 16a Christ known apart from the flesh v. 16b Anyone in Christ is a new creation v. 17

A Message: Motivation to Live for Christ from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:11-15 on: April 18, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade people v. 11-12 Constrained by the love of Christ, we are there for others vs. 13-14 Changed by His death and resurrection, we live for Christ v. 15

A Message: The Risen Christ Saves His People from the Bible: Psalm 40 on: April 11, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction – Hebrews 1:5-10 Trust in God's deliverance of Christ and His people verses 1-5 The priestly and prophetic work of Christ vs. 6-10 The Prayer of Christ vs. 11-17

A Message: More to Life Than This from the Bible: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 on: April 4, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction – v. 35 FIRST TAKE-AWAY: - v. 36 - THERE IS MORE TO LIFE THAN THIS –(Don’t be a foolish one). SECOND TAKE-AWAY: - v. 36b - LIFE IS MORE THAN EXISTENCE – (Be made alive). Rom 6:8-10 - "we shall also live with Him....the life that  He lives, He lives to God." Acts 13:33 - "God has fulfilled this ... in that he has raised up Jesus. . . You are My Son…." John 5:20-21 - "the Son gives life to whom He will." John 3:16 - ". . .whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life". John 12:23-25 - "...unless a grain of wheat falls into the  ground and dies, it remains alone, but if it dies, it  produces much grain." John 10:10 - "I have come that they may have life, and  that they may have it more abundantly" THIRD TAKE-AWAY: - vs. 37-49 - CONNECT WITH CHRIST, THE LAST ADAM - (Believe upon him).

Maundy Thursday

A review of God's Providence in the life of Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church

A Message: Evermore the King from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:9-10 on: March 28, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Our desire to please the King in this body vs. 9, 10b Therefore we make it our aim, whether present or absent, to be well pleasing to him . . . things done in the body Our appearance before the judgment seat of Christ v. 10a For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ The reward of Christ given according to works v. 10 b, c . . . that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad.

A Message: More Beyond from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8 on: March 21, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction More Beyond: Being Clothed in a Resurrection Body – vs. 1-4 More Beyond: Fellowship with Christ – vs. 3-8 More Beyond: Prepared by God for More – vs. 5-8

A Message: After All, Glory from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 on: March 14, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Faith – vs. 13 Futures – vs. 14-15 Far More – v. 16-18

A Message: After Death, Life from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 on: March 7, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Earthen vessels reveal God’s excellence v. 7 Paradoxes of Living in God’s Power vs. 8-9 Squeezed but not Squashed Bewildered but not Befuddled Hunted but not Abandoned Knocked down but not Knocked out (credit- R. Kent Hughes) Union with Christ means death leading to life vs. 10-12

A Message: After Darkness, Light from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 on: February 28, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Post tenebras lux Losing heart we are tempted to compromise vs. 1-2 Blinded by Satan we do not believe vs. 3-4 God commands and then inhabits the shining light vs. 5-6

A Message: Living Life Sanctified by the Spirit from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 on: February 21, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Hopeful boldness through the new covenant in Christ vs. 12-14 Living with liberty in the power of the Spirit vs. 15-17 Seeing Christ we are sanctified by the Spirit v. 18

A Message: Living Life Securely in the Spirit from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 3:1-11 on: February 14, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction 2:17-3:2 A legacy in lives, not lips Security is not self-commendation 3:3-6 A certain trust that makes us sufficient Solemn security through the new covenant 3:7-11 A more glorious ministry of the Spirit Ultimate security as prepared for the last day!

A Message: Triumph in Christ from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 on: February 7, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction What triumph? Triumph in Spite of Circumstances - vs. 12-14a Triumph doesn’t mean that plans always go smoothly. What Triumph in Christ Smells Like - vs. 14b-16 Triumph doesn’t mean you always feel like you’re winning. Triumph grounded in the Word of God - v. 17 Triumph comes with the right audience in mind.

A Message: Cling to Christ, Avoiding Satan’s Schemes from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:11 on: January 29, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction 2 Corinthians 2:10, 11 Philippians 4:9 - “Whatever you have learned, or received or heard from me, or seen in me, put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” Patient Mercy – 1:23 Give mercy space to have its way in the lives of others Shared Faith and Joy – 1:24-2:3 When you believe in the Giver of joy, you find joy Love in Action – 2:4-11 Love received becomes love reflected into the lives of others

Mr. Matt Abbatiello

A Message: Christ’s Yes in an “Oh, No” World from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:15-22 on: January 17, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction God’s faithfulness expressed through faithful ministry vs. 15-18 Christ fulfills all of God’s promises vs. 19-20 The Spirit seals our present and guarantees our future vs. 21-22

Matt Abbatiello

A Message: All Nations Ruled from the Bible: Matthew 2:1-23, Revelation 12:1-5 on: January 3, 2021 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Wise men worshiping points to the allegiance of all nations The protection of Christ from Herod displays God’s rule The outworking of God’s rule in the defeat of the dragon

A Message: All We Need from the Bible: Luke 2:15-35 on: December 27, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction A Savior seen – vs. 15-20 Waiting to see the Savior – vs. 21-26 Seeing what we need –vs. 27-35

A Message: All Is Here from the Bible: Luke 2:1-7 on: December 20, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Colossians 1:19 – For in Him all the fullness of God      was pleased to dwell. Isaiah 7:14 – . . . and shall call His name Immanuel. the times when Christ was born the place where Christ was born the manner in which Christ was born

A Message: Stump Kingdom from the Bible: Isaiah 11:1-12 on: December 13, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction A kingdom that looks hopeless – vs. 1, 10 Spirit filled and faithful – vs. 2-5 A peace for all of God’s people– vs. 6-12

A Message: For Unto Us a Child Is Born from the Bible: Isaiah 9:1-7 on: December 6, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction A Great Light Seen – vs. 1-2 The Yoke Broke – vs. 3-5 A Son Given – vs. 6-7

A Message: The Lord Himself Will Give You a Sign from the Bible: Isaiah 7:1-17 on: November 29, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Believing when there are signs of trouble Believing on Immanuel, a sign of salvation Baptism as a sign for believers

A Message: How God Changes Us Through Thanksgiving from the Bible – 2 Cor. 1:9-14 at : RRPC, Queensbury on : Nov. 22, 2020 Give thanks for the gift granted vs. 9-11 Live life with simplicity, for God and others v. 12 Boast in the growth of others leading up to the last day vs. 13-14

A Message: Trust The God Who Raises the Dead from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11 on: November 15, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Acknowledging Distress Identifying Death Experiencing Deliverance

A Message: The Comfort of God from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:1-7 on: November 8, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction The God and Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ Comforts vs. 1-3 Union with Christ Comforts the Apostle Paul vs. 4, 5 The Believer’s Experience of Suffering and Consolation vs. 6, 7

A Message: The Priesthood of All Believers from the Bible: 1 Peter 2:1-10 on: November 1, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction A Holy Priesthood vs. 1-6 - A Chief Cornerstone vs. 6-8 A Royal Priesthood vs. 9-10

A Message: The Holy LORD Reigns from the Bible: Isaiah 6 on: October 25, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction Convicted by Seeing the Holy LORD vs. 1-5 Cleansed for the Holy LORD vs. 6-8 Commissioned by the Holy LORD for the Sake of Holiness vs. 9-13

A Message: What the Sun of Righteousness Brings from the Bible: Malachi 4 on: October 18, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction verses 1-2 The Sun of Righteousness brings a different kind of heat vs. 2 - 3 The Sun of Righteousness leads to gracious ends vs. 4-6 The Sun of Righteousness shines through us

A Message: Fellowship in the LORD from the Bible: Malachi 3:13-18 on: October 11, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury A Harsh Question: Why bother serving God? Where’s the blessing? vs. 13-15 Blessings of Fellowship as we fear the LORD Listened to, Heard by, and Remembered by the LORD v. 16 Blessings Now and at the Last Day Treasured and Spared by the LORD of hosts vs. 17-18

Rev. Tom Troxell

A Message: Returning to God from the Bible: Malachi 3:6-12 on: September 27, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction The Reason for Returning to God 3:6, 7 GOD’S UNCHANGING LOVE A Way of Returning to God: Giving 3:8-10 GOD’S UNCHANGING GENEROSITY The Blessing of Returning to God 3:11-12 GOD’S UNCHANGING PROTECTION

A Message: The Messenger Who Judges and Purifies from the Bible: Malachi 2:17-3:6 on: September 20, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction God’s people question God and are judged by God 2:17, 3:5 The coming of “My messenger” and “the Messenger” 3:1, 2 An offering in righteousness produced by a faithful God 3:3, 4, 6

A Message: Faithful Living Before Our Faithful Father from the Bible: Malachi 2:10-16 on: September 13, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction verses 10-11 Faithful in marital choices verses 12-13 Faithful in sincere worship verses 14-16 Faithful in the covenant companionship of marriage

A Message: Life and Peace to Turn Us to God from the Bible: Malachi 2:1-9 on: September 6, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury Introduction verses 1-4 – Give Glory to God’s Name verses 5-7 – Rely upon God’s covenant verses 8-9 -  Follow God’s way

A Message: Worship the LORD Like It Mattered from the Bible: Malachi 1:6-14 on: August 30, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury God is glorious – vs. 6-8 Where is my honor? – v. 6 Honor deserved by God is not always given to God. God is Gracious - v. 9-11 that He may be gracious to us – v. 9 Favor from God can be ignored, but not all ignore it. God is Awesome – v. 12-14 My name is to be feared among the nations – v. 14 We can become weary of God instead of filled with awe.

A Message: The LORD’s Love from the Bible: Malachi 1:1-5 on: August 23, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury An exclusive love – v. 2 An electing love - v. 2b – 4 A surprising love – v. 5

The second sermon in a two part series.

The first sermon in a two part series.

A Message: Come Before Winter: The Disciple’s Journey To the Finish Line from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:19-22 on: August 2, 2020 a.m. The Urgency of Christian Fellowship and Caring The Urgency of Reading and Spreading the Word The Urgency of Fulfilling Your Calling Paul – 4:6-8 - fought . . . run . . . kept Prisca and Aquila – 4:19 Onesiphorus – 4:19, 1:16-18 Erastus and Trophimus Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, all the brethren The Urgency of resting in the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ

A Message: The Lord Stands with His Disciples from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:16-18 on: July 26, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY 1. When we feel all alone – v. 16 2. The Lord stands with us for His glory – v. 17, 18b so . . . that . . . 3. The Lord delivers us – v. 18 from . . . for . . .

A Message: What We Need In Hard Times from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:9-15 on: July 19, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY Hard Times difficult experiences – v. 9 abandoned by allies – v. 10a empty places – vs 10b, 12 harm from enemies – vs. 14-15 Needed: Loyal friends and co-workers – v. 11 Timothy Luke Mark Needed: God’s Word Written– v. 12

A Message: Finishing Well from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:6-8 on: July 12, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY Introduction Finishing well by mercy and grace, leading to sacrifice – v.6 Finishing well, preserved and persevering – v. 7 I have fought the good fight I have finished the race I have kept the faith Finishing well with lovers of the Lord’s appearing – v. 8

A Message: A Charge for Preachers from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 on: July 5, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY Introduction The Charge for which preachers are accountable – vs. 1 The charge delivered to preachers – vs. 2 The charge needed by people and preachers – vs. 3-5

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INTRODUCTION The Holy Scriptures Tried and True . . . . . . Taught by those Beside – vs. 14-15 All Scripture Inspired . . . . . . Divinely Supplied – v. 16a The Profitable Scripture . . . . . . Completely Applied – vs. 16b-17

1.  The Power of the Word of God 2. The Privilege of Being Chosen 3. The Possibility of Ministry Through the Word of God

Introduction 1. DISORDERED LOVES LEAD TO PERILOUS TIMES – vs. 1-5 2. DISORDERED MINDS ATTACKING HOMES– vs. 6-9 3. PERSECUTION FROM WHICH THE LORD DELIVERS US – vs. 10-13

Setting – vs. 14-21 Crucifixion – vs. 22-23 Resurrection – vs. 24-32     Psalm 16:10 – Jesus is the Holy One, the Christ Exaltation – vs. 33-36     Psalm 110:1 – Jesus is the Lord Solution  – vs. 37-41

Disciples meet the Risen Christ, assembling on the first day of the week - verse 19a, Disciples meet their crucified provider of peace- vs. 19b-21a, Disciples meet the Spirit sending them to service - vs. 21b-23

Please read 2 Timothy 2: 19-26 before you listen to the sermon.  This sermon is titled, “A Faithful Family Formed On a Firm Foundation”. It is based upon 2 Timothy 2:19-26, and has three main points: 1) Created as God’s family on God’s foundation, vs. 19, Set Apart For Service in God’s House, vs. 20-23, How pastors should serve, vs. 24-26.

“Workers Who Give It Straight” is the title of this message, based on 2 Timothy 2:14-19.  It has three points: Preach the Word Straight (vs. 14-15), Shun False Teaching (vs.16-18), Declare Sovereign Choice and Our Responsibility Clearly (v. 19).

The title of this message is "Disciples Follow".  It is part of a series on discipleship, following Christ, from 2 Timothy.  The outline is: Disciples Remember Who Was Raised (V. 8a), Disciples Remember What Power Was Released in Christ Jesus (Vs. 8b-10), Disciples Remember Christ’s Call and Christ’s Faithfulness (Vs. 11-13).

Here is the outline for the sermon:  The Grace of Christ strengthens us as disciples - v. 1 Guard the gospel through making faithful disciples - v. 2, 3a Guard the gospel, like a soldier who fights without distraction (vs. 3, 4), like an athlete who competes with self-discipline (v. 5), like a farmer who works hard toward a harvest (vs. 6, 7)

This is a message from a series on discipleship based upon Paul's Second Letter to Timothy.  The message title is,  “Following in Christ’s Pattern and Power”.   It is based upon  2 Timothy 1:13-18, and the three points are: 1) The pattern of sound doctrine – v. 13, 2) The power of the indwelling Holy Spirit – v. 14, 3) The people who hold fast, or not – vs. 15-18

Here is a message from God's Word for celebrating Jesus' resurrection from the dead.  It is based upon 1 Corinthians 15:8-23 and has three major themes:  1) The resurrection releases the grace of God into our lives -vs. 8-12 - "But by the grace of God I am what I am" – v. 10, 2) The resurrection denied leaves us with no lasting hope - vs. 13-19 - "But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ is not risen" – v. 13, 3) The historical resurrection brings hope to all “in Christ” - vs. 20-23 - "But now Christ is risen from the dead" – v. 20

This is a message released on Palm Sunday, presenting Jesus, the King of kings and Lord of lords. The three points are: Trust the King - Mark 11:1-3,  Learn Obedience - Mark 11:4-7,  Humility Displayed and Lived - Mark 11:8-11

This sermon is from a series on discipleship based upon exposition of 2 Timothy.  It includes three points: 1) Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord - 2 Tim. 2:8-10, 2) Do not be ashamed of the Lord's prisoner - 2 Tim. 2:8, 11, 3) Do not be ashamed to put your confidence in Christ - 2 Tim. 2:12

You are invited to listen to this sermon, believing that God's Word of Hope comes to us from the words written in the Bible.  Take a moment to get beyond yourself and your situation, looking at who God is as revealed here in His written Word.  Ask the Holy Spirit of God to open up the truth to your understanding.  It may change your perspective on your current situation.  Here is an outline of the sermon: Introduction Psalm 91:1-2 - God Psalm 91:3-13 - God has not canceled Psalm 91:14-16 - God has not canceled you.