FBC E-Blast - June 24, 2019
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In today's reading, the apostle Paul says he has learned the secret of experiencing contentment in all circumstances, good or bad. Does it surprise you that he wrote this when he was in prison, unsure of his future?
We're often discontent even when all is going well. Consequently, we wonder how it's possible to be truly content during our most difficult trials, especially when there's no end in sight. So what is genuine contentment? Paul is speaking of a freedom from worry and frustration about everything in life - even unfulfilled desires.
It's usually when we cannot control or change our situation that we feel discontentment. As long as our satisfaction depends on whether certain things actually work out, we'll allow circumstances to cheat us out of peace. I'm not saying there's some spiritual stage where you will never again experience anxiety or frustration. But what matters is how we respond when those feelings grip us.
This is something that the apostle had to learn. Paul endured amazing suffering, from shipwrecks and hunger to unjust imprisonment and beatings (II Corinthians 11:24-30). He had gone through countless situations that were uncertain, extraordinarily painful, and seemingly hopeless. But he finally discovered that contentment could not be dependent upon his circumstances.
How do you respond when circumstances are out of your control? Do you get angry? Do you try to escape? Does despair make you want to give up? Paul chose to give his anxieties to Jesus in exchange for peace that "surpasses all comprehension" (Philippians 4:7). That same peace is available to you!
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Current Sermon Series
If there’s one thing that’s true about modern man, it’s that he loves technology. For every problem that comes along, there's a new machine, app, or medicine to fix it.
But how has he done with spiritual problems - the kind software and chemicals can't reach? Have psychological counseling and man-centered techniques delivered on their promises to help people’s deep spiritual needs and personal problems?
Thankfully, there is one resource that can and does deliver comfort, wisdom, and practical help every time: God's Word. Join us as we try to help you increase your confidence in God's Word. We'll learn how to trust the ability of God's Word to deal with even the most complex issues you face.
Last Week:
The Word of God is sufficient for all things for believers. Everything that God has given to us through His Word is enough for us to live a life pleasing to Him. We need to listen or study it as well as obey it.
Sunday's message is usually available for streaming or for download on our
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Next Week:
We will conclude our series on The Sufficiency of Scripture.
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Upcoming Events
June 29 - Men & Boy's BBQ at Cross Creek Park in Avella at pavilion 2. We will be eating at 1 PM.
June 30 - Lord's Supper & Deacon's Fund Offering following AM Worship service
July 7 - Special Speaker Eric Shadle Missionary to Ethiopia
Carry-in Fellowship Dinner
July 13 - Trustee's Meeting at 8 AM
July 14 - Deacon's Meeting at 8 AM
July 17 - Quarterly Business Meeting at 7 PM.
August 25 - Church Outside at 11 AM.
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