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Dec 5, 2016
Remembering God's Blessings - Psalm 9
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| We are given amazing privileges when we trust in Jesus. Recalling these promises is a good way to maintain a thankful heart, even when facing challenges in other areas. Consider four such blessings:
- Christ’s gift of salvation. No matter what trial we’re facing, it is microscopic next to the enormity of Jesus’ sacrifice on our behalf. The cross was a steep price to pay, but the Savior willingly took our place in order to offer us forgiveness and eternal life.
- Assurance of God’s love. The Lord cares for us unconditionally — that is His very character (I John 4:16). Unfortunately, the storms of life can cause us to question this, but Romans 8:31–39 unequivocally tells us that nothing can separate us from God’s love.
- Answered prayer. We have the awesome privilege of talking to the Father about anything burdening us—and He never grows tired of listening to His children. Our omnipotent, omniscient God is not only able to help us in any situation; He also knows the best possible way to do so.
- A personalized plan. The Lord has a will, plan, and purpose for our lives that He will accomplish if we obey Him. No one is exempt from adversity, but we can trust God to bring good from everything He permits to come our way.
Hardships, temptations, and tests will touch us all, but the Lord allows difficulty for a reason—even when we don’t understand why Romans 8:28). Therefore, submit yourself to the Father, thank Him for His wisdom, and be confident that He will accomplish His purposes for you.
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Current Sermon Series
Whether we’re nostalgic or overscheduled, this season can find us longing for a simpler time... when the world seemed full of wonder, when joy was wholehearted and love was unrestrained. Let’s re-discover what it means to live and believe Like a Child.
Last Week:
God's omnipresence viewed as a child comes out as "My God Is With Me." If God is always with me, then how can we be with God? How can we have a moment with Him? 1) Talk to Him. 2) Listen to Him. 3) Receive from Him. 4) Enjoy His Presence. .
Sunday's message is available for streaming or for download on our
sermons page, or by visiting us on iTunes.
Next Week:
This upcoming week, we will be covering God's grace from the aspect of a child, in the message entitled My God Forgives Me.
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Upcoming Events
December 10, 2016 - Trustee Meeting at 8 AM
December 10, 2016 - Ladies' Ornament Exchange from 12:30-3:30 at the church.
December 11, 2016 - Deacon Meeting at 8 AM
December 11, 2016 - Christmas Play Practive following AM Worship Service
December 24, 2016 - Christmas Eve Service at 5 PM
December 25, 2016 - Christmas Day Service at 11 AM, no Sunday School.
January 1, 2016 - Special Communion Service at 10:30 AM, and no Sunday School
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