Sunday December 25, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference Luke 2, Micah 5, Isaiah 53

Merry Christmas! Let the gospel of Jesus penetrate your mind and soul. We are here today not because Jesus was born but because he defeated death! We are here because of our risen savior!

 

Sunday December 18, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
The Wonder
Luke 2:1-14

What do you think about churches closing doors on Christmas Day? Not here. Is Christmas family, dinner, presents, holiday from work, observance of a national holiday? No. It is about our salvation we have through Jesus. Christ was born at a certain time and place for a certain reason. Celebrate the wonder of Christmas! The wonder of it all! Bring back the wonder to your heart and to your home. He is the only salvation for us! We are celebrating the King of Kings.

 

Sunday December 11, 2005

 

Visiting Preacher
Message Excerpts
Reference Luke2, Psalm 23, Psalm 139

(Pastor Bill was with his ill brother and Brother Tim Webb delivered this morning's message.)

People will travel great distances to see the wonders of this world. Pyramids, Grand Canyons, Niagra Falls, Golden Gate Bridge; God built a bridge with gopher wood and 3 nails. A wondrous plan of salvation. Our gift. Thank God for the gift of Jesus.

 

Sunday December 4, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference 1John 3:1-3
Celebrate Jesus for Christmas

There are Christians standing up for Jesus publicly! Support them as the name of Jesus is suppressed each Christmas. When the name of Jesus is attacked during Christmas or anytime and we become agitated He always gives grace. We have these opportunities to be generous to others. God's grace is generous but is not a permit to sin. We must have a heart like Jesus and give!

 

Sunday November 27, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Staying With Thanksgiving
Reference Psalm 100

Jesus has chosen us! Be joyful! Be excited! Come back! Be renewed! Know your joy with him! Make a joyful noise unto the lord and share his joy with all people! Because of sin God must recreate man at the time of salvation! We are his sheep and the sheep of his pasture! A thankful person is a happy person! Ask; How often do I thank him?

 

Sunday November 20, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
One Thankful Man
Reference Luke 17

We live an ungrateful life most of the time. Don't forget what it's like to be grateful. Thanksgiving is mentioned in the Bible 140 times. Ten lepers were healed and one returned to say thank you. Leprosy pictures the sinful state of us all. Jesus commends the thankful, are we thankful or thoughtless? Our gracious Lord deserves thanksgiving and praise!

 

Sunday November 13, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Thanksgiving Changes Us
Luke 18:9-14

President Lincoln set aside a day of thanksgiving for our nation. A day of gratitude. In this nation we can have it all and no longer rely upon or give thanks to God. Thanksgiving has great curative powers. True thanksgiving leads to thankful living. Are you thankful for salvation, provision, kindness, fellowship? Millions leave church each week unchanged. Don't let it happen to you!

 

November 6, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Hebrews 10, Acts 2:41

God forgets sin. Assurance is a word that removes all doubt. We have an assurance of our salvation. We know without a doubt of our salvation. You don't have to waiver in your faith. Hold fast! He is faithful that promised these things. Our confidence, our assurance must be in the finished work of Jesus Christ. We meet together in the same hope! We meet together in anticipation. We can find all comfort in our Lord Jesus!

 

Sunday October 23, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts

Reference Jude

You can know absolute truth! It is right here! How did Israel know God and still not believe? If you turn your back on God there is a judgment! Certain men crept in unaware and spoke evil of dignities. Turning God's grace into lasciviousness. Even the angels left their own habitation in heaven. Know the truth stand in the truth. Your passion must be for the truth.

 

Sunday October 9, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
God's Love
Matthew 22, John 11

He has to be first! Put His ways first! To live the way He would live! God loves people, We need to learn to love people! Follow the lead of the Holy Spirit in you, in your work, in your home! Ask for the desire to place him first. Seek ye first the kingdom of God...pray for understanding. Our living Lord invites us to bring him our sins and sorrows. Respond to God's call of love and find new life in Him!

 

Sunday October 2, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
What are my options?
Reference John 6

To whom shall we go? Who do we turn to in times of trouble? Jesus has the words of eternal life! God has not made man to be alone. Our faith is the substance of things hoped for; the evidence of things not seen. To whom shall we go? Who or What do we turn too? Meet with Him today! Turn to Him today! Recognize Jesus for who he truly is! He will prepare you for eternity!

 

Sunday September 25, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Discipleship
Reference Matthew 8, Luke 12, 14, Romans 12, 1Peter 5:2-5

Are we worried about what we have to give up to follow Jesus? Live in the glory of God! God gives us the desire to tell about Him! All belongs to Him! When we take up the cross of Christ we are saying no the the world and yes to Jesus! All conflicting loyalties must be put aside. We must forsake all that we have to be His followers. Love Him above all things! Be encouraged that all who will live in Christ will suffer persecution. Blessed are they that suffer in His name.

 

Sunday September 18, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference 1Corinthinans 13

If you are loving out of obligation you are failing in love. Without love education is worthless. I can do things out of obligation but without love it is nothing. Jesus loved us even before we loved him! We have all been hurt and we can stop loving the way we should. Be long suffering in your love. Love does not behave badly. Jesus must be first in your marriage! Not your spouse! Not your children! Love suppresses envy. Rejoice in others good fortune.

 

Sunday September 11, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference 1 John 1, John 15
Read of the fellowship of God's family and the eyewitness accounts of Jesus. We can have the same fellowship! We can know Him as well as these that saw Him. If you don't have the interpretation of the Holy Spirit for a scripture you won't really get it! Pray for the Holy Spirit to show you truth! Fellowship with Christians deepens our fellowship with God! Fellowship with God is our purpose! Joy doesn't depend on what happens to you. God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. Embrace these: FJF fellowship, joy, forgiveness

 

Sunday September 4, 2005

 

Brother Joe Gentile presented this morning's sermon message.
The crucifixion
Reference Matthew 26:8, Mark 15:22, Mark 31:36
Jesus delights in the intent of our heart to serve the Father. If we are in sin and forget the crucifixion and resurrection where is our hope? Jesus endured the crucifixion for us! From the rich to the poor all through the world! Jesus chose to remain on the cross! He endured much to do the Father's will! Are we going to endure the small things to do the Father's will? Jesus forgives! He forgave his executioners! Jesus saves! He can save me! He can save you!

 

August 28, 2005

 

Order of Service
Service began with Sister Nola playing skillfully on the organ and Sister Megan playing skillfully on the piano,
The church was led in song #101 Praise the Name of Jesus by Brothers Joe and Matt ,
Brother Cliff offered prayer,
The church had a unison reading #103 Ask in My Name John 14:12-14, 16:23-24, 26, 27 and again sang #101 Praise the name of Jesus and #8 Great is Thy Faithfulness,
There was recitation of memory verses from each of the Sunday School Classes and teachers,
The church left their seats and welcomed each other with a 5min greeting time,
The weekly announcements were spoken and the church sang #569 Count Your Blessings,
The tithes and offerings were collected by Brothers Paul and Justin while the piano and organ were played,
The church sang #369 Jesus Loves the Little Children,
The children were dismissed for Children's Church,
Pastor Bill delivered a message and for the alter song the church sang #589 What a Friend We Have in Jesus,
Service was concluded with song #679 Shall We Gather at the River,
Brother Matt read a Benidiction from #727 2 Corinthians 13:14 "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. "

 

August 28, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference John 11
God's love brings Him to where we are! Mary and Martha were met with life when they expected Jesus to be sorrowful! Jesus loves his friends. Follow His example! If you are a friend to someone never forsake them! Be a friend!

 

August 21, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
God's Faithfullness
Reference Lamentations 3:18-26
Trouble? Remember one thing. God already knows and it's fixed! The body may die and God has given us a new home. Sin makes the cup of affliction bitter. If you are in sin weep for your condition and repent! Turn to Jesus! Cry out for His mercy. His unmerited favor, your unearned rewards. God will meet you with mercy and compassion right now! Seek Him, Wait for Him, Hope in Him. Trust Him.

 

August 14, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference Acts
We've got to have our focus on God! If we don't live by His will we don't believe what His word says to us! Believe in, to rely upon, to trust Him! I see people: Christians who don't believe! Good things I've seen recently around here is when Christians remove their masks and people are themselves whether good or not so good. It is not okay when you take your focus off of serving Him! Nobody in this church is a failure! The devil tries to tell us that all the time! Don't you believe it!

 

August 7, 2005

 

Visiting Preacher Message Excerpts
Message by Brother Philip Messer
Reference Acts 17
It may not seem like it but for the last 2000 years the church has been growing stronger and your sins are still under blood of Jesus! I thank God for our example in Christ! This Bible tells us all we need to know! We are Saints people! Not unto perfection but in that we are saved. Show thyself approved unto God! Evolution is a religion which takes much faith. The Bible tells us we are the offspring of God! Because He lives, We live! We don't have the promise of tomorrow. Today is the day of salvation when the Father is drawing you.

 

July 31, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference Acts 17:6
Turning the World Upside Down
The early church evangelized their world and they took the Great Commission seriously. Christians are a minority in the world. The world needs to see a church on fire for Christ. It is not enough to be fundamental and doctrinally sound! We may be found sound asleep! It is not enough to be Bible believing! You must have a fire in your heart! David Dawson said "So afraid of fire we have settled for no fire at all!" Two questions: Do we long for the fire and fellowship of New Testament believers? Are we willing to make their kind of surrender?

 

Sunday July 24, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference John 3:16
This scripture speaks for itself and explains God's plan. The only way your children will know how important God is to you is by your example. What God makes right is right! God's love never changes! Truth never changes! Faith doesn't come by big spriritual experiences but by hearing! We are even more blessed than Jesus' original disciples because we believe and have not seen! Let us return His love, Nothing can separate us from the love of God.

 

Sunday July 17, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Reference 1Kings 19
Trouble is coming. We will grow in these times. Your enemy will come after you when you are HALT= hungry, angry, lonely, or tired. Use caution and pray during these times.Take a look at where you are in your walk during your highs and lows. Encourage someone today! Let them know you are a Christian! God expects much for us! To bring us much more!
PSALM 92
I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
Let the world keep silent! Let the redeemed of the Lord say so!

 

Sunday July 10, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Faithfulness
Titus 3:8, Proverbs 20, Philippians 4:5-7
A Christian that loves Christ will be faithful in serving. Declaring the word of God without fear! A faithful man who can find? Faithfulness is characteristic of a Christian! Christian, renouce dishonest things! Faithfulness is to be continuous! Even unto death! Faithfulness earns rewards!

 

Sunday July 3, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
It might me good news
Reference Daniel 5, 1Peter 2:17, Proverbs 14:44
In their celebration and festive state of mind the people could not see the destruction coming. People claim to detest violence but raise their children to enjoy violence and to be entertained by it. Belshazzar wasn't concerned with God until he saw the writing on the wall.
Honor all men, Love the brotherhood, Fear God, Honor the King. Righteousness exalts a nation!

 

Sunday June 26, 2005

 

Community Worship Service
Our church, the First Baptist church and the Methodist church had a combined community service at the baseball fields. The pastor's of each church delivered a short message.

 

Sunday June 19, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Father's Day
Reference Luke 8:40-56
Men that the world regard as great are Kings, Generals, and Athletes. Here is the view from above. Men who have com to faith in Christ! Men who are faithful to their wives! Men who are a positive example to their children! Jairus did the greatest thing a man can do. He came to Christ! He was a ruler of the synagogue and a leader among his people. Jairus demonstrated the greatest thing a father can do. He came to Jesus about his child! Men, come to Jesus today on behalf of your children!

 

Sunday June 12, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Home Sweet Home
Reference Luke 8:39, Genesis 6:7, Joshua 24:15, Acts 10:24
You are who you are when no one else is around to see you. That's how it is in our homes. Are you known at home for faith or fault finding? Are you Holy at church and Hateful at home? Are you gracious at church and grouchy at home? Let's make our homes mission stations. Home is the first frontier of the Christian Faith!

 

Sunday June 5, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
God's Success Formula
Reference Proverbs 3:5,6, Mark 8:36, John 1:12
Financial security is not success. Fame and popularity are not success. What profit a man if he gain the whole world and loses his own soul? The Bible gives God's view on life. It imparts wisdom, it gives understanding, it brings light, it builds faith. Recognize the hand of God! In all thy ways acknowledge Him! Our Father loves us so much He told us in His Holy Word. We can read it and understand Him and really know his character and will.

 

Sunday May 29, 2005

 

Joe Gentile brought the morning message
Sunday May 29th
Finding your mission field
Reference 1John, John 15, Hebrews 6, Matthew
"Your mission field is where you are now."
There was a music video drama to the song "My place in this world."
Chelsea, Christina, Janae, and Christopher participated.

 

Sunday May 22, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Fellowship, Joy, Forgiveness
Reference 1John 1:1-10"Let's love others as the one who first loved us." "John is an eyewitness! We have heard. We have seen. We have looked upon." "Our focus today is forgiveness toward one another displaying Christ's love for us." "Fellowship with believers deepens our walk with God."

 

May 15, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Repentance
Reference Hebrews 6:1
Why preach repentance?
The Bible teaches man became a sinner through a perfectly voluntary act on the part of man.
Sin has its seat in the heart of man!
Sin is not a lesser degree of goodness. It is evil and man's sinfulness demands that we preach repentance.
Our motives for repentance: The Goodness of God, the Love of God, the escape of consequences of sin, and to enter into eternal life.

 

Sunday May 8, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
Happy Mother's Day
Reference Genesis 21
"Hagar had given up hope and saw only death for herself and Ishmael." "Hagar had given up all appreciation for the provision of God." "God still heard the voice of Ishmael and blessed him." "God gave her hope showing her a well of water. She and Ishmael lived and were blessed."
"God continues to provide for our every need and our hope in Jesus."
"Repent this day for not appreciating or in doubting the basic provision of our Father."

 

Sunday May 1, 2005

 

Pastor's Message Excerpts
A Woman to Remember
Reference Luke17:32, Matthew 24:12, 2Peter 3:11
"The Word instructs us to remember Lot's wife." "What should we remember? She looked back." "She is left in scripture without a name." "She was a woman of religious privelege as was Gehazi servant of Isaiah, Demas associate of Paul, and Judas disciple of Jesus." "In looking back she revealed her disobedience, bondage to possessions." We can learn from Lot's wife! Remember."

 

Sunday April 24, 2005

 

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
Revival In and Out of Doors.
Reference Psalm 85:6
"So often in Christian life we grow so cold." "Revival is a return to life!" "A spiritual resurrection gets the Spirit on the move!" "Revival rebuilds broken fellowship, expectation, committment and restores Christian Joy!" "Cranky Christians, the call to personal revival is now! Most can live on higher ground." "Join this church in revival services all this week at 7pm."

 

Sunday April 17, 2005

 

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
Reference Judges 11:29-33 *** Vowing a Vow *** "Is your promise or vow really necessary?" "Does your family ask you to promise?" "Is your yes and yes and no a no?" "Always speak the truth and honor your word." "Don't speak quickly and be a person of integrity."

 

January - April 10, 2005

 

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
April 10, 2005
Reference Ezekial 37 *** "Ezekial told the truth without reservation." "Three prophets prophesied outside of Israel. Daniel, Ezekial, and Jonah." "We were walking dead before salvation! God breathed life into us! Now we Live!" "O Lord God Thou Knowest! God Knows! Can these old bones ever live?

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
April 3, 2005
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PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
March 27, 2005
Easter Sunday Reference Luke 18 *** The resurrection story is part of our history and a part of our future. Keep what you value most on your mind today. If this were your last day what is most valuable to you? It is true to be saved you only need to believe on Jesus. We must walk after Him and follow His example in obedience.

Brother Joe Gentile delivered the evening message

March 20, 2005

Reference Luke 24:1-8, 2Tim 4:3, Revelation 21:18-21 *** "Are we running the race? Do we even know there is a race?" "We entered the race the day Jesus came into our lives." "We can't take on a 26 mile marathon or a job in the church without becoming exhausted, frustrated; It takes training and practice to endure."

EVENING ORDER OF SERVICE

March 20, 2005
Sister Nola played the piano, Brother Cliff offered prayer, Brothers Joe and Matt and Sister Heather led the church in the songs "Christ Arose", "Victory in Jesus", Brother Jim received the benevolence offering, Sisters Isabella and Heather sang a special song "Lily of the Valley", The church sang "When the roll is called up yonder", Brother Joe delivered the message, The alter was offered for prayer, Brother Bill closed in prayer, the church sang "The Unclouded Day."

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
March 20, 2005
Reference Luke 19:37, Matthew 21:7 *** "What did we have to do for God's grace? Absolutely nothing. What do have to do to keep God's grace? Absolutely nothing." "When Jesus looks at our hearts does it make Him weep?" What's in your heart? Your mind?" "When temptation comes what do you do with it?" "Resisting, Escaping, temptation will strengnthen us!" "Resist Satan and he will flee!"

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
March 13, 2005
Reference Isaiah 62, 1Corinthians *** "You! Are Sought Out!" "We! Know we are here in this place because Jesus rose again!" "As a child of God we can be a vessel for the Spirit. We are called to be Saints, A Holy people." "Commentator Matthew Henry said, You will be Holy according to the choices you make."

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
March 6, 2005
Reference Psalm 18, Proverbs 20 *** The Candle and 24 hours of prayer. "There was work to be done to keep it going." "There were tools used for trimming the wick and wax for the best flame." "When you are tired doing God's work, Stop and step back. Listen to Him. He is working on you."
Ps 18:28 For thou wilt light my candle; the Lord my God will enlighten my darkness. "Pray! When you are tired for direction, peace, a new fire!" "You can be sure of God's voice when you are 1.Praying 2.Bible Reading 3.In Fellowship/Church attending."

ORDER OF SERVICE

March 6, 2005
Sister Nola began our service with piano music. Sister Rebekah sang a special song "Pharoah." Sister Heather and Brother Matt led the church in the song "Unclouded Day." Brother Cliff offered prayer. The church sang "Lily of the Valley." Brothers Paul and Jim received the tithes and offerings. Matt read the announcements. The church sang "Happy Birthday" to Pastor Bill. The church sang "Happy Anniversary" to Matt and Liz. The church sang "Bring Them In." Sisters Sarah and Liz sang "It's Gonna Rain." Sister Roberta led the children dismissed for Children's Church. Pastor Bill delivered the message. The church sang "Pass Me Not" during the alter call accompanied by Nola on piano. Brother Bill closed in prayer. The church sang "At Calvary" to conclude the service.

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
February 27, 2005
Reference Matthew 12:1-9, Luke 4:16*** Today the Pastor spoke of the importance of regular church attendance."My being in church made me the Christian I am today!" Unregular or regular attendance will make all of us the Christians we are today." "Follow the example Jesus set for us. Be in Church on the Sabbath! Always follow the examples of Jesus."

VISITING PREACHER MESSAGE EXCERPTS
February 20, 2005
Pastor Bill was ill today. Brother Tim Webb from Erie St FWB Church preached the message. Reference 1Sam 15:,16: *** "Sometimes we think we have a better plan than God!" "Be sure your sin will find you out!" "I can't get you into heaven. You can't get me into heaven." "Trust and obey Him! Nothing you DO will get you into heaven." "God sees your heart and isn't impressed by your outward appearance." "Belief in GEN 1:1 is essential or your won't believe the rest of this! (Bible)" "How is your heart with God? Sinners, get a transplant right here today! Get a new heart of flesh! God will replace that cold heart of stone!"

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
February 6, 2005
Acts 16:25-34 *** *In Paul's ministry riots were in the temples and revival was in prison." "Go to prayer at midnight. Go to prayer in the daylight. In bad times and good times." "Praise God in your good times! Don't wait for bad times to call on Him! Don't wait for your spiritual earthquake!" "Do you know hopelessness? Don't buy into it! You might FEEL that way but it's not so!" "Pray for the lost, the saved, old and young. "Come on church! Pray!"


Brother Joe Gentile brought the evening message

February 6, 2005
*** Romans 14: *** "Do we spend our days in judgement?" "Do we spend our days in idle gossip?" "Truth is what we are supposed to show!" "Holding others accountable to the truth should not be a big deal! Just do it! "Do we hold different people to different standards? Sin is sin."

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
February 6, 2005
Today's reference was Luke 12:13-48 *** "He who dies with the most toys wins? What's that all about?" "When we realize the unimportance of our possessions we realize how poor we really are!" "If you choose not to know God or to love Him; He is still there." "Worry draws us away and we must realize there is no value in worry and it steals our strength for tomorrow." "A sensibel steward will be unworried and relaxed."

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
January 30, 2005
Traveling the Roman's Road. "The wo single most important events of this Christian life are repentance and salvation." "Why do we need Jesus? All have sinned and death is passed on to all men." "While we were yet sinners Jesus died for us." "The gift of God is eternal life." "Call upon the name of the Lord." "We've heard this before but have we really? Please never tire of His Word!" "There is no other way to salvation and life!"

ORDER OF SERVICE

January 30, 2005
Sister Nola began with organ music and then piano music. Brother Matt sang the song "Driving Nails" and Psalm 8. Brother John offered the morning prayer. The church sang "The unclouded day" and "Redeemed." Brothers Jim and Paul received the tithes and offerings. The church sang "Victory in Jesus." Pastor Bill presented the morning sermon of salvation. One made the decision for Jesus! Praise God for this young girl! A husband and wife desired baptism today and were baptized. Praise God for their testimony! Todays newest Christian desired to be baptizd also! She was baptized along with her mother! Praise God! The service ended with the church singing "Amazing Grace." This was the hottest baptism water of all time! The expressions on the faces looked as though it were very cold.

MORNING COMMENTS

January 23, 2005
All services and activities were canceled today because of the weather.

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
January 16, 2005
Reference Luke 6:47, Matthew 7:21 *** Three Truths from Jesus' teaching; Saying the right words will not get me into His Kingdom. Doing good works will not get me into His Kingdom. Obeying God's Will; Will get me into His Kingdom. Barriers we face; Selective obedience, Situtational obedience. "What does God own? Me! And all that I own! Knowing that He owns everything."

ORDER OF SERVICE

January 16, 2005
Sister Nola began the service with great piano music. Heather and Matt led the church in song from our Hymn Book beginning with Lily of the Valley. Brother Dave offered sincere prayer of thanks. The church sang The Solid Rock. Brothers Paul and Jim received the tithes and offerings. The announcements were read. The church sang Pass Me Not. Sister Liz sang a special song "What God's Gonna Do." Children were dismissed for children's church. Pastor Bill preached the message. Sister Nola played Softly and Tenderly during the alter call. The church concluded service by singing Wonderful Words of Life

PASTOR'S MESSAGE EXCERPTS
January 9, 2005
Reference 3 John 13:, Luke 9:5-7, Genesis 3:, Romans 7:, Sermon Title WHY IS LORDSHIP NECESSARY? *** "It settles the Lordship issue in our lives." "Eve didn't settle the Lordship issue. Obedience wasn't chosen." "Whenever we put God first we are going against our nature." "Pray this; Teach me to look to you in all things." "A partial surrender to God's Will is not surrender." "If Satan's plans cannot pull you away he will convince you of a partial lordship." "If the devil can't win you he will try to make you a useless Christian." "Paul demonstrated his own Lordship struggle."
Two tools Brother Bill used today were the Concecration Check and the Lordship Ladder. Where are you in your walk?

MORNING COMMENTS

January 2, 2005
Happy New Year! The month of January begins the year with teaching of Stewardship. In Children's Church we learned of the gifts God has given each of us. We made an acrostic of our names and drew pictures of each along the right margin. (Bill=Bicycles, Icicles, lemons, lasagna)