November 6 Devotional

Posted on November 6, 2013 by drscott

Beloved,

Many of us are “people pleasers”.  We are people of love–God’s love, so why not please others if you can?  But, ultimately, we want to please God.  As pastor Mike says “don’t do anything God can’t bless”.  So, as you go about your day, know that you won’t be able to (nor should you) please everyone.  But, you can please God by what you do and say.  Do that, and you’re guaranteed to have a GREAT day!  Peace Friends, Scott

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Seek To Please Me above all else.  As you journey through today, there will be many choice-points along your way.  Most of the day’s decisions will be small ones you have to make quickly.  You need some rule of thumb to help you make good choices.  Many people’s decisions are a combination of their habitual responses and their desire to please themselves or others.  This is not My way for you.  Strive to please Me in everything, not just in major decisions.  This is possible only to the extent that you are living in close communion with Me.  When My Presence is your deepest delight, you know almost instinctively what will please Me.  A quick glance at Me is all you need to make the right choice.  Delight yourself in Me more and more; seek My pleasure in all you do.

John 8:29 29The one who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what pleases him.”

Hebrews 11:5-6 5By faith Enoch was taken from this life, so that he did not experience death; he could not be found, because God had taken him away. For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God. 6And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.

Psalm 37:4 4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling by Sarah Young

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November 5 Devotional

Posted on November 5, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

Wow!  What a dandy we have this morning!  I have often said “live below your means and above your circumstances”.  On the heals of an excellent sermon by pastor Ceasar on Sunday, it is really true that the world preaches that we don’t have enough and that we are not “enough”.  The Bible tells us that we have everything we need and that having God is enough.  The only thing, the only power on earth or heaven, that can separate us from God is us!  So, today, tear down any barrier you might have between you, your trust in God and God Himself.  God, indeed, is big enough for every situation.  Be at peace.  Be blessed!  Love and Hugs, Scott

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You Can Live As Close To Me as you choose.  I set up no barriers between us; neither do I tear down barriers that you erect.

People tend to think their circumstances determine the quality of their lives.  So they pour their energy into trying to control those situations.  They feel happy when things are going well, and sad or frustrated when things don’t turn out as they had hoped.  They rarely question this correlation between circumstances and feelings.  Yet it is possible to be content in any and every situation.

Put more energy into trusting Me and enjoying My Presence.  Don’t let your well-being depend on your circumstances.  Instead, connect your joy to My precious promises: 

I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go.  I will meet all your needs according to My glorious riches.  Nothing in all creation will be  able to separate you from My Love.

Philippians 4:12 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.

Genesis 28:15 15 I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”

Philippians 4:19 19 And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

Romans 8:38-39 38 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 39neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Daily Devotional from Jesus Calling by Sarah Young

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November 4 Devotional

Posted on November 4, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

Sure did need this devotional today!  After being gone for a week, you all know that the pile of work, emails, phone messages etc. can be a bit overwhelming.  So, to know that God is with me and that all I can do is all I can do and that will be enough.  I’ll keep my prayers uplifted and walk hand in hand with Him through each day.  And what a glorious day that will be!  May you be blessed as you bless others today and every day.  Peace and Love, Scott

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Walk Peacefully With Me through this day.  You are wondering how you will cope with all that is expected of you.  You must traverse this day like any other: one step at a time.  Instead of mentally rehearsing how you will do this or that, keep your mind on My Presence and on taking the next step.  The more demanding your day, the more help you can expect from Me.  This is a training opportunity, since I designed you for deep dependence on your Shepherd-King.  Challenging times wake you up and amplify your awareness of needing My help.

When you don’t know what to do, wait while I open the way before you.  Trust that I know what to do, wait while I open the way before  you.  Trust that I know what I’m doing, and be ready to follow My lead.  I will give strength to you, and I will bless you with Peace.

Exodus 33:14 14 The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

Deuteronomy 33:25 25 The bolts of your gates will be iron and bronze, and your strength will equal your days.

Hebrews 13:20-21 20May the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our LordJesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ,to whom be glory for ever and ever Amen.

Psalm 29:11 11 The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Orchestra Agenda

Posted on October 31, 2013 by drscott

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Chancel Choir Agenda

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Orchestra Agenda

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October 23 Devotional

Posted on October 23, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

Be blessed as you are infused with Christ through the Holy Spirit!  Amen!  Love, Scott

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As You Turn Your Attention to Me, feel the Light of My Presence shining upon you.  Open your mind and heart to receive My heavenly smile of approval.  Let My gold-tinged Love wash over you and soak into the depths of your being.  As you are increasingly filled with My Being, you experience joyous union with Me: I in you, and you in Me.  Your Joy-in-Me and My Joy-in-you become intertwined and inseparable.  I suffuse your soul with Joy in My Presence; at My right hand there are pleasures forevermore.

John 7:20-23 20 “You are demon-possessed,” the crowd answered. “Who is trying to kill you?” 21Jesus said to them, “I did one miracle, and you are all astonished. 22Yet, because Moses gave you circumcision (though actually it did not come from Moses, but from the patriarchs), you circumcise a child on the Sabbath. 23Now if a child can be circumcised on the Sabbath so that the law of Moses may not be broken, why are you angry with me for healing the whole man on the Sabbath?

Psalm 16:11 (NKJV) 11 You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Upcoming Anthems

Posted on October 23, 2013 by drscott

Here are recordings of upcoming anthems:

Majesty & Glory– November 3

God Is Working– November 10

Giving My Best– November 17

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October 22 Devotional

Posted on October 22, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

This is a beautiful devotional full of wisdom and insight.  This indeed is the day that the Lord has made!  Let us rejoice and be glad in it.  Amen!

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No Matter What your circumstances may be, you can find Joy in My Presence.  On some days Joy is generously strewn along your life-path, glistening in the sunlight.  On days like that, being content is as simple as breathing the next breath or taking the next step.  Other days are overcast and gloomy; you feel the strain of the journey, which seems endless.  Dull, gray rocks greet your gaze and cause your feet to ache.  Yet Joy is still attainable. Search for it as for hidden treasure.

Begin by remembering that I have created this day; it is not a chance occurrence.  Recall that I am present with you whether you sense My Presence or not.  Then, start talking with Me about whatever is on your mind.  Rejoice in the fact that I understand  you perfectly, and I know exactly what you are experiencing.  As you continue communicating with Me, your mood will gradually lighten.  Awareness of My marvelous Companionship can infuse Joy into the grayest day. 

Psalm 21:6  6 Surely you have granted him eternal blessings and made him glad with the joy of your presence.

Proverbs 2:4 4 and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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