FBC E-Blast - June 15, 2015
FBC E-Blast
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In Psalm 121, David describes the safety he finds in the Lord. Let's look closely at several verses to better understand our security.
"I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; from where shall my help come? My help comes from the Lord" (vv. 1-2). When this was written, robbers dwelled in the mountains, waiting for innocent travelers to become their unsuspecting victims. Needless to say, journeying through these hilly roads must have caused anxiety. David's work as a shepherd took him into dangerous areas, where not only thieves but also wild animals posed a threat.
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Our lives can be like mountainous territory. Do you look into the future and wonder what dangers lurk? The Lord is our helper; He is the only one able to protect us. Friends and relatives can offer limited assistance, but God knows everything and has all the power necessary to rescue us.
"He will not allow your foot to slip"(v. 3a). God has provided everything we need in order to avoid sin. The Holy Spirit directs and empowers us; the Word lights our path so we do not slip. Yet at times, we choose to sin. Almighty God could stop us from disobeying, but He doesn’t interfere with our free will. Instead, He upholds us, enabling us to walk in His way.
These opening verses focus on the Lord's ability to protect us in treacherous times. Whether trouble originates with others, external circumstances, or our own sin, we can find ourselves in danger and afraid. Thankfully, we have a loving God who leads us to safety.
Used with permission from In Touch
Ministries, Inc.
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Upcoming Sermon
Series
Can you imagine what could happen if we gave control of our life to God? It's scary, but the benefits are world-altering. The life of Elisha challenges us to answer God's calling and take the risks that are necessary to do His will. It's time we start taking risks and making decisions the world doesn't understand. Come see what life can look like when we let go, when we decide to have 'Ridiculous Faith'.
Last Week:
How do we prepare our families for persecution? If we are a Christ-centered family, we will be persecuted. We need to teach our families to expect it, endure it, and embrace it.
Sunday's message is available for
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Next Week:
We will be celebrating Father's Day as well as starting a new series on the life of Elisha. We will start with a message called, "Get Your Call On".
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Upcoming
Events
June 14-18 - Vacation Bible School from
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
June 19 - 2nd Annual Men & Boy's Cookout
at 6:00 PM. Cost is $5 per person. We will have a
corn-hole tournament as well.
June 28 - Lord's Supper & Deacon's Fund Offering
July 4 - Church Outside & Picnic at 3:30
PM at the Caldwell home.
July 5 - No services at the
church
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