October 6, 2014
Simple Acts of Obedience
Obeying God in small matters can bring blessing to many. Today's passage illustrates this principle.
Simon Peter, a fisherman by trade, had worked hard the entire night without catching anything. He was on the shore finishing his work when Jesus approached him. The Lord wanted to speak from the boat to the crowd onshore. Despite a long, fruitless night of work, Peter agreed to take Jesus in the vessel. The crowd was blessed by seeing and hearing Christ preach.
God's requests can come to us at inopportune or unexpected moments. We may be tempted to let someone else respond to His call, thinking it will not matter who is the one to comply. But remember, His plans are designed for our benefit (Jeremiah 29:11).
Later Jesus made a second request to Peter - to move the boat into deeper water and let down the nets. The fisherman commented about the unlikelihood of catching anything but nevertheless did as Christ asked. Peter's cooperation resulted in an abundance for the crowd, the other fishermen, their families, and himself.
Peter didn't obey in order to be rewarded, yet that is precisely what happened. His simple acts of obedience led to greater opportunities for service and occasions for abundant blessing.
Some of us act as if obedience in the little things is unimportant. Peter's story teaches us the opposite. Let's commit to carrying out the Lord's instructions in small matters as well as large ones, trusting that He will bring good from all obedience. Following God is always the right choice to make.
Used with permission from In Touch Ministries, Inc.
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Current Sermon Series:
Many of us don't realize the importance of the people we choose to surround ourselves with. Our friends determine the quality and direction of our lives. In Friending, learn how good friends (and bad friends) can impact your feelings, your relationship with God, and your future. This series can help create a strong foundation for new, Godly friendships in our church and community.
Last Week: Today, close friendships are getting harder to come by. Scripture states that a friend loves at all times. That is what we need in our lives, those who will love us and care for us in all seasons of our lives. Listen to learn how to be that friend.
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Next Week: We will continue our series Friending by looking into the One Friend Away.
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October 14 - Trustees Meeting at 7 PM.
October 15 - Quarterly Business Meeting at 7:30 PM.
October 18 - Work Day at the church at 8 AM.
October 25 - Fall Festival at 5 PM. Location to be determined.
November 2 - No Carry-In Fellowship Dinner
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