Grace for your spirit
Set up for yourself roadmarks,Place for yourself guideposts; Direct your mind to the highway,The way by which you went. Return, O virgin of Israel, Return to these your cities. Jeremiah 31:21
Have you ever been taken someplace and didn't pay any attention to road signs, landmarks, or directions? If you are asked to drive back, you may have a real problem. Without GPS, Mapquests, and roadsigns, you might never get home. Judah would soon be taken to captivity. Would they make note on how to get home later? God needed them to make those plans. When we get taken into our captivity by the devil and he drags us away from what we know and love, do we make provision for our return to God. Someday we will want to come home from our wandering, and we will need to have our bearings. Take careful notes. God needs us to come home.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
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Monday, June 7, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 4, 2010
Grace for your spirit
To the angel of the church in Sardis write: He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars, says this: 'I know your deeds, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. Revelation 3:1
Jesus addressed His revelation to seven churches in Asia. Of the seven churches, five were given commands to repent. Jesus told this one that He knew their deeds, and they were actually dead. They had a name that said they were the church, but in fact the name was a lie. The truth was in their deeds. We build church buildings, put up big signs, print brochures, and spread the word that we are the church. Like Sardis, it is time for many of us to wake up and strengthen our lives. When we are dead on the inside, we are just dead. Of the seven churches in Revelation, which one are we?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
To the angel of the church in Sardis write: He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars, says this: 'I know your deeds, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. Revelation 3:1
Jesus addressed His revelation to seven churches in Asia. Of the seven churches, five were given commands to repent. Jesus told this one that He knew their deeds, and they were actually dead. They had a name that said they were the church, but in fact the name was a lie. The truth was in their deeds. We build church buildings, put up big signs, print brochures, and spread the word that we are the church. Like Sardis, it is time for many of us to wake up and strengthen our lives. When we are dead on the inside, we are just dead. Of the seven churches in Revelation, which one are we?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 3, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. II Timothy 2:15
Some people in college believe they can learn all they need to know without going to class. They miss the classes and then end up cramming at the end of the semester for finals. It is horrifying how much trouble we can be in with that plan, and how ashamed we are when the grades come out. Bible study is somewhat like that. When we think we know all we need to know without study, or without going to Bible classes, and then we find out that there really is a final exam coming. It is then that we realize, we may be ashamed to stand before God and give account of our lives. What are we doing to get ready? If Bible study is not our tradition, it is time to make a new tradition. Let's study, both alone and with others starting now before it is too late.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. II Timothy 2:15
Some people in college believe they can learn all they need to know without going to class. They miss the classes and then end up cramming at the end of the semester for finals. It is horrifying how much trouble we can be in with that plan, and how ashamed we are when the grades come out. Bible study is somewhat like that. When we think we know all we need to know without study, or without going to Bible classes, and then we find out that there really is a final exam coming. It is then that we realize, we may be ashamed to stand before God and give account of our lives. What are we doing to get ready? If Bible study is not our tradition, it is time to make a new tradition. Let's study, both alone and with others starting now before it is too late.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Grace for your spirit June 2, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Be of sober spirit, be on the alert Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. IPeter 5:8
Remember the kid's VBS song? 123-the devils after me. 456-he's always throwing bricks. 789-he misses every time. 987-I'm on my way to heaven. 654-there's always room for more. 321-the devils on the run. Hallelujah, Hallelujah Amen. As we review God's Word about the pursuit by the devil, what about this song is not true? He is always after us, and always trying to hurt us, but he certainly doesn't miss every time. As Christians, we are on our way to heaven, and yes, there is always for more, but seldom do we have the devil on the run. He is still prowling about to get us. The devil will always be seeking to devour the children of the Lamb, until he is ultimately defeated. We must always be on the run, washed in the blood of the Lamb.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Be of sober spirit, be on the alert Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. IPeter 5:8
Remember the kid's VBS song? 123-the devils after me. 456-he's always throwing bricks. 789-he misses every time. 987-I'm on my way to heaven. 654-there's always room for more. 321-the devils on the run. Hallelujah, Hallelujah Amen. As we review God's Word about the pursuit by the devil, what about this song is not true? He is always after us, and always trying to hurt us, but he certainly doesn't miss every time. As Christians, we are on our way to heaven, and yes, there is always for more, but seldom do we have the devil on the run. He is still prowling about to get us. The devil will always be seeking to devour the children of the Lamb, until he is ultimately defeated. We must always be on the run, washed in the blood of the Lamb.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
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
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
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
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
Grace for your spirit June 1, 2010
Grace for your spirit
So they went on their way from the presence of the Council,rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name. And every day, in the temple and from house to house, they kept right on teaching and preaching Jesus as the Christ. Acts 5:41-42
The apostles and the Christians experienced many highs and lows during their walk for Christ. One day they would be in jail, the next day they would be free and preaching. One day they would be beaten, and the next day they would be rejoicing that they could suffer shame for Christ's name. They experienced despair and joy. but kept on preaching Jesus Christ every day. Many people follow Christ, but never experience any such emotions. They wonder when they will feel the joy of service the word talks about. Without clouds, we cannot appreciate the sunshine. Too many Christians settle for the "flat line" experience. Not too sad, not too wonderful. On the heart monitor, a flat line means we are dead. Are we alive for Christ, or the walking dead?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
So they went on their way from the presence of the Council,rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name. And every day, in the temple and from house to house, they kept right on teaching and preaching Jesus as the Christ. Acts 5:41-42
The apostles and the Christians experienced many highs and lows during their walk for Christ. One day they would be in jail, the next day they would be free and preaching. One day they would be beaten, and the next day they would be rejoicing that they could suffer shame for Christ's name. They experienced despair and joy. but kept on preaching Jesus Christ every day. Many people follow Christ, but never experience any such emotions. They wonder when they will feel the joy of service the word talks about. Without clouds, we cannot appreciate the sunshine. Too many Christians settle for the "flat line" experience. Not too sad, not too wonderful. On the heart monitor, a flat line means we are dead. Are we alive for Christ, or the walking dead?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
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