FBC E-Blast - October 15, 2018
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October 15, 2018
Prayer in Times of Inadequacy - Nehemiah 2
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| After Nehemiah heard about the desperate condition of the Jews who had returned from exile to Jerusalem, his heart was burdened (Nehemiah 1:3-4). By getting his attention in this way, the Lord could reveal what He wanted Nehemiah to do. Scripture doesn't spell out the man's reaction on realizing that he was to be a part of the solution, but we can imagine a sense of inadequacy probably engulfed him. How could he possibly help? He wasn't even near Jerusalem, and as a servant of the king, he didn't have the freedom to pack up and leave.
But whenever God puts a burden on our hearts, He will open a door to accomplish His will. In this case, the Lord used Nehemiah's sad expression and desperate prayer to prepare a pagan king to send him on his mission.
How do you respond when you sense the Lord is calling you to a task that seems beyond your abilities? Do you list all the reasons you can't possibly do it? God already knows everything about you and the situation. He's not asking your permission to proceed; rather, He is calling you to move forward with faith and obedience. He didn't make an error in choosing you for the task, but you will make a huge mistake if you refuse to do it.
God will equip you for whatever He calls you to do. Because the Holy Spirit dwells within every believer, we have all we need to fulfill the Lord's mission. Instead of letting inadequacy hinder you from obeying, let it drive you to your knees so you can arise with renewed insight and power.
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Current Sermon Series
The book of Titus is full of rules. But the motivation for these rules is not legalism. It is the incarnation of the Son of God for redemption. Christianity is not merely rules to be followed but, instead, joy to be found.
Last Week:
We finished up looking at what a Pastor's job looks like. We also looked at what the Gospel is. We are all responsible to share the Gospel with those around us and come into contact with. The Gospel doesn't start in Matthew, but in Genesis.
Sunday's message is available for streaming or for download on our
sermons page, or by visiting us on iTunes.
Next Week:
We will continue our series of Titus by looking at Dangerous Minds.
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Upcoming Events
October 16 - Dartball at our church at 7:15 PM
October 17 - Quarterly Business Meeting at 7 PM
October 28 - Lord Supper & Deacon's Fund Offering following the AM Worship service
November 4 - NO Carry-in Fellowship Dinner
November 10 - Trustee Meeting at 8 AM.
November 11 - Deacon's Meeting at 8 AM
November 11 - Thanksgiving & Veteran's Day Carry-in Fellowship Dinner following AM Worship service
November 18 - Special Guest Speaker Patrick McClure MIssionary to Brazil will be with us
November 20 - Thanksgiving Service at 7 PM
November 21 - No Wednesday Night Prayer & Bible Study Service
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