Grace for your spirit
She made a vow and said, "O LORD of hosts, if You will indeed look on the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, and not forget Your maidservant, but will give Your maidservant a son, then I will give him to the LORD all the days of his life, and a razor shall never come on his head." I Samuel 1:11
In one of the darkest periods of Israel's history, God was already working on a solution. With no righteous leaders, Israel had ran away from God. There was a woman name Hannah who was in distress because she had no children. She made this vow to God for a child if the Lord would bless her. The results of that vow was a child named Samuel, who became the greatest judge in the history of Israel. He led his people back to the Lord. It began with the faithfulness of one woman. What commitments are we willing to make today for the Lord? We don't know what the long reaching results will be, but God can make it work for good when we love Him and are called according to His purpose.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
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Friday, May 7, 2010
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Grace for your spirit May 6, 2010, 2010
Grace for your spirit
You see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable number of people, saying that gods made with hands are no gods at all. "Not only is there danger that this trade of ours fall into disrepute, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis be regarded as worthless and that she whom all of Asia and the world worship will even be dethroned from her magnificence." Acts 19:26-27
What was the real issue with Paul's preaching against idolatry? Were they concerned that the idols they made weren't really gods at all? Were they worried that the temple and goddess of their city would be dethroned? Or was in really about their real god, money? The goddess Artemis brought visitors to town by the truckloads, and everyone wanted a little idol to take home with them. This had made the silversmith's union very wealthy. The domino effect would be a tragedy for their income, the income of other trades, and the Ephesian Chamber of Commerce. They hoped the commotion would turn the tide against the gospel, and run Paul out of town. Often we can become involved in idolatry today without realizing it. When our little gods are threatened by the truth of Jesus, how do we react? Is our treasure in gods, or in The God of Heaven?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
You see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in almost all of Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away a considerable number of people, saying that gods made with hands are no gods at all. "Not only is there danger that this trade of ours fall into disrepute, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis be regarded as worthless and that she whom all of Asia and the world worship will even be dethroned from her magnificence." Acts 19:26-27
What was the real issue with Paul's preaching against idolatry? Were they concerned that the idols they made weren't really gods at all? Were they worried that the temple and goddess of their city would be dethroned? Or was in really about their real god, money? The goddess Artemis brought visitors to town by the truckloads, and everyone wanted a little idol to take home with them. This had made the silversmith's union very wealthy. The domino effect would be a tragedy for their income, the income of other trades, and the Ephesian Chamber of Commerce. They hoped the commotion would turn the tide against the gospel, and run Paul out of town. Often we can become involved in idolatry today without realizing it. When our little gods are threatened by the truth of Jesus, how do we react? Is our treasure in gods, or in The God of Heaven?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Grace for your spirit May 5, 2010
Grace for your spirit
When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan. Proverbs 29:2
Deep down inside most people want to do the right thing, and want to be around people who do right. We enjoy associating with honest, truthful, hardworking, helpful people. It makes life more enjoyable and there is rejoicing. We enjoy leaders in the country, the home, and the church that lead consistent lives. It makes us happy. In any setting when we are ruled by wicked men, life becomes a groan. May we pray that God will give us righteous leadesr in our world, our homes, and our church. May we support those who are right, and strive to be right ourselves when that leadership falls to us. Life is a lot more fun when we are rejoicing rather than groaning.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan. Proverbs 29:2
Deep down inside most people want to do the right thing, and want to be around people who do right. We enjoy associating with honest, truthful, hardworking, helpful people. It makes life more enjoyable and there is rejoicing. We enjoy leaders in the country, the home, and the church that lead consistent lives. It makes us happy. In any setting when we are ruled by wicked men, life becomes a groan. May we pray that God will give us righteous leadesr in our world, our homes, and our church. May we support those who are right, and strive to be right ourselves when that leadership falls to us. Life is a lot more fun when we are rejoicing rather than groaning.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Grace for your spirit May 4, 2010
Grace for your spirit
And I came to Jerusalem and learned about the evil that Eliashib had done for Tobiah, by preparing a room for him in the courts of the house of God. Nehemiah 13:7
When Nehemiah returned to Jerusalem to rebuilt the walls and the city, he was confronted by enemies that didn't want to see the city rebuilt. One of the foremost enemies was Tobiah the Ammonite. He and all the Ammonites had been specifically excluded from the assembly of God. Unfortunately, Eliashib the priest was related to Tobiah, and while Nehemiah was away, Eliashib prepared a place for him in the house of God. When Nehemiah returned, he found that family relationships had trumped the directions from God. How often we see this in the church today?We have the Word of God on one hand, and the pressures of our worldly family and friends on the other hand. Which will we choose? Because we often make the wrong choices, we need spiritual leaders to help us remember and do the right things.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
And I came to Jerusalem and learned about the evil that Eliashib had done for Tobiah, by preparing a room for him in the courts of the house of God. Nehemiah 13:7
When Nehemiah returned to Jerusalem to rebuilt the walls and the city, he was confronted by enemies that didn't want to see the city rebuilt. One of the foremost enemies was Tobiah the Ammonite. He and all the Ammonites had been specifically excluded from the assembly of God. Unfortunately, Eliashib the priest was related to Tobiah, and while Nehemiah was away, Eliashib prepared a place for him in the house of God. When Nehemiah returned, he found that family relationships had trumped the directions from God. How often we see this in the church today?We have the Word of God on one hand, and the pressures of our worldly family and friends on the other hand. Which will we choose? Because we often make the wrong choices, we need spiritual leaders to help us remember and do the right things.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Monday, May 3, 2010
What To Expect At the Northwest Church of Christ
MEMBERS OF CHRIST'SCHURCH
1)Believing that the church is the called out of Christ; and the fellowship of the saved
2)Believing in one eternal all-knowing, all-powerful Godhead of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
3)Believing that Jesus was made flesh, born of a virgin, and lived with us without sin
4)Believing that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, was buried, rose from the dead, and ascended back to heaven
5)Believing the Bible is God’s inspired word that provides our standard of right and wrong, and the way of salvation
6)Believing that man is a sinner and lost without the saving blood of Jesus
7)Believing that saving faith includes repentance, and baptism byimmersion for the forgiveness of sins
8)Believing that only baptized believers are members of the church and the kingdom of God
9)Believing that all Christians should worship properly as Scripture directs.
10)Believing that Christians should share the good news of Jesus, and serve others until Jesus returns with our heavenly reward
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Sunday Morning Worship Activities
Enjoy congregational singing without instruments. Prayers will be offered that allows our needs to be brought to Him. Communion service offered every Sunday to remember the Lord’s death until He returns. Lessons from the Bible that will teach us God’s word. You may expect the worship to be warm, friendly, and orderly. No one is ever required to speak or made to feel uncomfortable in any way. We pray you will feel welcome to come and stay
1)Believing that the church is the called out of Christ; and the fellowship of the saved
2)Believing in one eternal all-knowing, all-powerful Godhead of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
3)Believing that Jesus was made flesh, born of a virgin, and lived with us without sin
4)Believing that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, was buried, rose from the dead, and ascended back to heaven
5)Believing the Bible is God’s inspired word that provides our standard of right and wrong, and the way of salvation
6)Believing that man is a sinner and lost without the saving blood of Jesus
7)Believing that saving faith includes repentance, and baptism byimmersion for the forgiveness of sins
8)Believing that only baptized believers are members of the church and the kingdom of God
9)Believing that all Christians should worship properly as Scripture directs.
10)Believing that Christians should share the good news of Jesus, and serve others until Jesus returns with our heavenly reward
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Sunday Morning Worship Activities
Enjoy congregational singing without instruments. Prayers will be offered that allows our needs to be brought to Him. Communion service offered every Sunday to remember the Lord’s death until He returns. Lessons from the Bible that will teach us God’s word. You may expect the worship to be warm, friendly, and orderly. No one is ever required to speak or made to feel uncomfortable in any way. We pray you will feel welcome to come and stay
Opportunities At Northwest Church of Christ
The church is on the West Side of U.S. 41 North at Florida Ave. Just 1/2 North of the 41/63 interchange in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Sunday
9:30 AM Bible Classes on the book of Romans
10:30 AM Worship Services
6:00 PM Bible Study studies in John and Acts
Wednesday
7:00 PM Bible Study Studies in John and Acts
Mother's Day Cookout
Everyone is welcome for our honor to all ladies on Sunday May 9th at noon
Benevolence Successes
We collected $450.00 for the relief efforts in Haiti. The money was sent to an orphanage supported by the Estes Church of Christ in Henderson, Tn.
In December we filled food basket
Ten boxes of gloves, hats, scarves, and socks were delivered to local schools,
shelters and community centers
$100.18 was collected for the needed in our change for change jar
We also filled eight boxes for the Samaritan Shoe Box program oversees
and participated in the commodity program for Shults Lewis Children Home
Sunday
9:30 AM Bible Classes on the book of Romans
10:30 AM Worship Services
6:00 PM Bible Study studies in John and Acts
Wednesday
7:00 PM Bible Study Studies in John and Acts
Mother's Day Cookout
Everyone is welcome for our honor to all ladies on Sunday May 9th at noon
Benevolence Successes
We collected $450.00 for the relief efforts in Haiti. The money was sent to an orphanage supported by the Estes Church of Christ in Henderson, Tn.
In December we filled food basket
Ten boxes of gloves, hats, scarves, and socks were delivered to local schools,
shelters and community centers
$100.18 was collected for the needed in our change for change jar
We also filled eight boxes for the Samaritan Shoe Box program oversees
and participated in the commodity program for Shults Lewis Children Home
Grace for your spirit May 3, 2010
Grace for your spirit
The things which you have heard from me in the presence ofmany witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. II Timothy 2:2
The next generation of teachers and leaders in the church must be nurtured and trained. It is unlikely they will just read the word and fill the need. We must model it, and walk with them. There is a cell phone commercial I saw recently that illustrates the importance of our decisions. A young man sees a woman on a train. He flashes forwarded to their son being inaugurated as President, then back to his birth, their wedding, and back to the present. He quickly changes his ticket, and gets on the train with her. That decision to change his ticket and ride with her, changed everything in his life. The decision that we make today to ride along with the next generation can change everything in our life, their lives, and the future of the Lord's church. Let's not just throw a Bible at them. Let's change our ticket and ride.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
The things which you have heard from me in the presence ofmany witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. II Timothy 2:2
The next generation of teachers and leaders in the church must be nurtured and trained. It is unlikely they will just read the word and fill the need. We must model it, and walk with them. There is a cell phone commercial I saw recently that illustrates the importance of our decisions. A young man sees a woman on a train. He flashes forwarded to their son being inaugurated as President, then back to his birth, their wedding, and back to the present. He quickly changes his ticket, and gets on the train with her. That decision to change his ticket and ride with her, changed everything in his life. The decision that we make today to ride along with the next generation can change everything in our life, their lives, and the future of the Lord's church. Let's not just throw a Bible at them. Let's change our ticket and ride.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
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