Pastor's Devotional


Last updated 06.16.2008 12:08 PM

Each week I will highlight one of the points from the next Sunday's message. You may use the scriptures to prepare your heart for the sermon and allow the Holy Spirit to encourage your heart with the words from this particular point.

Sunday July 6, 2008 (Fourth of July Sunday)

Patriotism will highlight this Sunday. We will share in songs and prayers for America. Pastor Ken Williamson from Idaville UB Church will bring the sermon of the morning. The bell Choir will bring special rendition of “My Country 'Tis of Thee.”

Sunday, June 29, 2008

This fifth Sunday of the month, we will have many specials, we will be singing special choruses and hymns, Jeffrey Propps, one of our new members; will be bringing the message of the morning. A Last Sunday Luncheon will be enjoyed after Sunday School.

Sunday, June 22, 2008

"Following Jesus into Perseverance"

Matthew 5:10-12

Today we hear the news about the persecuted church. This is a reality today as it was in the time of Christ. Peter told us that we should not be shocked when we suffer for the Savior. “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed” (I Peter 4:12-13) Persecution means to be attacked for the purpose of being driven away. This is the result of world’s hatred for God. Paul said to Timothy, “Everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (II Timothy 3:12)

Sunday, June 15, 2008

Father’s day special gifts will be presented to 3 lucky Dad’s.

"Following Jesus into Christlikeness"

Matthew 5:13-16

Matthew 5:13-16 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."

This week’s sermon emphasizes the impact a Godly Dad can have on his home and community. Children will soak up the actions and words of their parents learning habits and expressions for the good or for the not so good. A hymn by Thomas Chisholm asks God to “stamp Thine own image deep on my heart”. Being a dad with Jesus’ love will impact the entire home. May God enable all our Fathers to be “the salt and light for our families”.

Sunday, June 8, 2008

"Following Jesus into Peacemaking"

Matthew 5:9

Matthew 5:9 “ Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”.

Christians seek to be men and women who understand the peace of God in their own lives, and promote peace through biblical reconciliation in the body of Christ. William Hendriksen comments : “in a world of peace-breaking, this beatitude shows what a thoroughly relevant, vital and dynamic force Christianity really is...True peacemakers are all those whose leader is the God of peace, who aspire after peace with all men, proclaim the gospel of peace, and pattern their lives after the Prince of Peace.” – Pray for peace and be a peacemaker.