7/1/2008
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at 9:31 am
3 Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us. Romans 12:3
Good Morning Friends,
This past weekend we were talking about the importance of realizing who you are, who God made you to be! When you embrace the work of God in your life, there is a real confidence that is yours; HOWEVER, we also need to heed Paul’s words in Romans. Many times the confidence that God gives us is not used in his power producing, loving, gracious, humility, but is used in our own power producing and arrogance that is seen as angry and judgmental by the people who seek a love that only God can give. The fix for this Paul shares is that we need to be honest in an evaluation of ourselves. Take a look at your heart and how your life is lived out with the faith God has given you. This is NOT a 5 minute job, it might take the rest of the week….(or longer), but it is important to live with this Godly humility….if you ever hope to influence another.
Scott
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6/27/2008
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at 10:34 am
Good Morning Friends,
I am truly looking forward to this weekend! Sunday morning will be a great time of learning and celebration. I hope you can join us! Also, I want to thank those of you who have volunteered to help with the wedding and those of you who are planning to be at the memorial service on Sunday afternoon. Have a great weekend and I will see you on Sunday.
Please continue to pray for:
The Hunt family and their son, Philip, who is fighting for strength and recovery after brain surgery this week
The Barvicco family and the loss of a Father
Those who are struggling today to see the light of God in their life!
See you on Sunday!
Scott
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6/26/2008
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at 7:40 am
“Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against one of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.”- Leviticus 19:18
As we mentioned Sunday, the Hebrews thought in terms of community! To hold a grudge against someone in the community was harmful to the community as a whole. Everyday I have the privilege and the eye-opening experience to talk with people outside of the church who see no reason to embrace Christianity for they see no difference in the lives of those who claim Jesus, especially in the simple things…..holding grudges, gossip, materialism, adultery, hatred and anger! AS A COMMUNITY we have to help each other live out the life that God recreated us for! We must encourage one another to live the life of grace and love, obedience and vulnerability. There are people watching who are basing the reality of God on what they see in you!
I am praying for you, I’ll talk to you in the AM!
Scott
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