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Seeking To Follow Jesus

Reflections - June 25th - July 1st

6/25/2017

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If you knew there was something that would improve the quality of your life…that would provide direction and guidance throughout your life…that would even give you the power to live your life in the best way possible, wouldn’t it be something worth pursuing.

The Word of God is …
…your personal guide to living life
…a love letter from God Himself
…your power source to overcome the evil in this world
…a book of promises from your Creator
…a way to deepen your knowledge & understanding of God’s plan for you

When we stop and realize all that the Bible has to offer, you would think we would all be driven to read it, study it and share it. 

Would you be willing to make an honest evaluation of how well you access and utilize the power of God’s Word in your life? Is there room for improvement?

What 3 things could you do that would help you better access the power of  God’s Word in your life?
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Are you willing to commit to what God might reveal to you today?

Bro. Joe

Questions for Reflection:
  1. How much time do I honestly spend in the Word of God?
  2. What are the different ways I utilize the Word of God in my life? 
  3. How can I improve my knowledge and understanding of God’s Word?

This Week’s Suggested Readings:       Sunday - Hebrews 4:12-13
Monday - Psalm 139:1-18                         Tuesday - Ephesians 6:10-18    
Wednesday - Psalm 119:9-16                   Thursday - Matthew 4:1-11    

Friday - John 1:1-5                                      Saturday - Luke 11:28, 1 Peter 1:21-25

Lord, burn within me a desire to please you…to know you…to better understand your ways. Father, I have been living under my own power and strength for far too long…I want to live under your power by living my life according to your Word. Show me your ways.                    Amen
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Reflections - June 18th - 24th

6/18/2017

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The following passages of scripture are a few of God’s promises worth committing to memory, or at the very least worth writing down and carrying with you all the time.

Isaiah 41:10 - "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand."

Philippians 4:19 - "And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus."

2 Corinthians 9:8 - "And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others."

Hebrews 13:5-6 -"For God has said, “I will never fail you.I will never abandon you.” So we can say with confidence, “The LORD is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?”"

Psalms 84:11 - "For the LORD God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The LORD will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right."

Psalm 23:6 - "Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the LORD forever."

James 4:7 -"So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."

2 Corinthians 12:9 - "Each time he said,“My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me."

Bro. Joe

Questions for Reflection:
  1. Am I trusting in God’s promises for my life? 
  2. Whose strength am I living in, my own or God’s?

This Week’s Suggested Readings:
    Monday - Psalm 73:23-26           Tuesday - Philippians 4:13            
    Wednesday - Psalm 46                Thursday - Romans 8:38-39            
    Friday - 2 Corinthians 12:8-10    Saturday - Hebrews 13:5-6



Lord, in my own strength I am nothing. I am trusting in your strength to sustain me, guide me, and to fulfill your promises in my life. Thank you Lord Jesus for "I love you, LORD; you are my strength.” Psalms 18:1
Amen
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Reflections - June 11th - 17th

6/11/2017

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What are your expectations when you come to church? 

Are you looking for something? Answers to questions…perhaps looking for comfort…for peace; or are you just going to church? 
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Think about it, do you have expectations of God?

I believe we all should come into the presence of God with a sense of great expectation. It kind of changes our perspective when we think in terms of coming to meet with God…the creator of all things…the King of Kings and the Lord of Lord’s.

I also believe that God has great expectations of us. “…O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what He requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, to walk humbly with your God.”     Micah 6:8

Bro. Joe

Questions for Reflection:
  1. Is my life meeting God’s expectations? 
  2. Am I willing to make the adjustments necessary to do what is right…to love mercy…and to walk humbly with my God?
  3. What is the first thing I need to change in my life?

This Week’s Suggested Readings:
    Sunday - 1 Peter 1:3
    Monday - Matthew 5:1-12
    Tuesday - Matthew 22:37-38
    Wednesday - Psalm 32
    Thursday - Proverbs 3:5-6
    Friday - John 15:1-17
    Saturday - 1 John 2:1-6​

Lord, thank you for the opportunities to meet with you…to talk to you…to worship you. Father, help me to better understand and embrace a life that reflects your expectations. Thank you for providing what I need through your Word to know what you desire of me as I live my life for you. Give me the wisdom to see what needs to change…the courage to act on what I see…and the strength to follow through. In Jesus name…                                    Amen

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Reflections - June 4th - June 10th

6/4/2017

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Have you ever tried walking through mud? If it’s a thin layer, it can be slippery…if it’s thick, it can pull your shoes right off your feet. How about walking through thick dry sand? Maybe a little easier, but still strenuous and hard to sustain for any length of time.

It’s always better when you’re walking on solid ground. The same is true in our spiritual lives. However, there are times when we may find ourselves in the mud and mire, or maybe in the sifting sand. 

Here’s the good news…no, the great news: Jesus will lift you up and set your feet on solid ground. He will steady you as you walk along.

Let Jesus be your solid rock…your firm foundation…your path to follow…your guide as you walk together.

Will you join the psalmist and say: ”Now I stand on solid ground, and I will publicly praise the LORD.” Psalms 26:12

Bro. Joe

Questions for Reflection:
  1. Am I trying to walk alone?
  2. What do I need to do to walk with Jesus today?
  3. Is there someone in my life who needs to take the hand of Jesus and walk with Him?
  4. What can I do to help them begin their journey?

This Week’s Suggested Readings:
    Sunday - Psalm 40
    Monday - Isaiah 40:28-31
    Tuesday - 1 Peter 2:4-9
    Wednesday - Genesis 24
    Thursday - Matthew 7:24-27
    Friday - Psalm 18
    Saturday - Psalm 62:1-2

Lord, I need your help staying on solid ground as I go through this life. Take my hand precious Lord and lead me home.     Amen

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