FBC E-Blast - August 13, 2018
FBC E-Blast
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August 13, 2018
The Consequences of Sin - Genesis 3
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| Christians tend to categorize sins, rating some as small and inconsequential, but others as huge and far-reaching in the damage they cause. In reality, no one sins in isolation. Each disobedience to God affects not only the sinner but also countless others in both the present and the future.
If we were to separate Adam and Eve's sin from its context, few of us would convict them of great transgression. All they did was swallow some fruit from a tree with a "do not eat" sign. Today people think nothing of ignoring commands - even biblical ones.
But God has a totally different view of our sins. Each one is followed by negative consequences. Adam and Eve's disobedience led to pain and frustration in two basic areas of fulfillment—relationships and meaningful work. The whole earth fell under sin's curse, and every person born since then has entered the world with a sin nature that alienates each one from the Lord.
That first rebellion plunged humanity into a terrible condition. Civilization is now plagued by countless ramifications of the innumerable sins committed by human beings throughout the ages. Is it any wonder the world is in such sad shape? Sin not only causes suffering; it robs us of God's best. The Garden of Eden is closed and locked to sinful mankind.
The good news of Christ's grace and forgiveness is our only real hope in this fallen world. Though unpleasant, focusing on sin's consequences is necessary at times to remind us of the greatness of our salvation and to move us to obey God, even in the small things. Each obedience is huge to Him.
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Upcoming Sermon Series
Is it really what's inside that counts? If so, what's going on inside you? Worry? Doubt? Loneliness? Lust? Sometimes the internal struggles that no one else sees are the ones that blind us the most. We'll get the inside story on how God offers hope and strength for overcoming these battles in this series, The Sickness Within. This series will start August 19, 2018.
Last Week:
We had our Church Outside and we had a great time worshipping God and fellowshipping.
Sunday's message is usually available for streaming or for download on our
sermons page, or by visiting us on iTunes. But since we were at Church Outside, we were not able to record it.
Next Week:
We will start our series Sickness Within by looking into the topic of Anger.
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Upcoming Events
August 19 - Deacon's Meeting at 8 AM
August 26 - Lord Supper & Deacon's Fund Offering following the AM Worship service
September 2 - Carry-in Fellowship Dinner following the AM Worship service
September 8 - Trustee Meeting at 8 AM.
September 23 - Missionary Greg Lyons to the Philippines will be with us
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