Orchestra Agenda February 6

Posted on February 7, 2013 by drscott

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February 6 Devotional

Posted on February 6, 2013 by drscott

Dearly Beloved Friends,

I love the fact that Christ is always inviting us to “come and rest”, “come all you who are thirsty”, “come and follow”….Invitations are exciting events!  It requires a response from the invitee.  Accept or reject.  It’s always been your choice.  So, I hope today and every day you RSVP with a resounding “yes”!  And even though there’s no expiration date on this invitation, the sooner you accept, the sooner joy, peace and love will be yours.  For Christ came that we might have life and have it abundantly.  Be blessed today my friends.  I invite you ALL to join me tonight for worship and rehearsal!  The choice is yours.  Hugs and Love, Scott
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Come To Me And Rest.  I am all about you, to bless and restore.  Breathe Me in with each breath.  The way just ahead of you is very steep.  Slow down and cling tightly to My hand.  I am teaching you a difficult lesson, learned only by hardship.

Lift up empty hands of faith to receive My precious Presence.  Light, Life, Joy, and Peace flow freely through this gift.  When your focus turns away from Me, you grasp for other things.  You drop the glowing gift of My Presence as you reach for lifeless ashes.  Return to Me; regain My Presence.

Matthew 11:28-29  28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

 1 Timothy 2:8  8 I want men everywhere to lift up holy hands in prayer, without anger or disputing. 
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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February 5 Devotional

Posted on February 5, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

May God control our hearts and minds through the power of the Holy Spirit!  Read on for inspiration and the means for a joyful life and never-ending peace……
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Seek My Face, and you will find not only My Presence but also My Peace.  To receive My Peace, you must change your grasping, controlling stance to one of openness and trust.  The only thing you can grasp without damaging your soul is My hand.  Ask My Spirit within you to order your day and control your thoughts, for the mind controlled by the Spirit is Life and Peace.

You can have as much of Me and My Peace as you want, through thousands of correct choices each day.  The most persistent choice you face is whether to trust Me or to worry.  You will never run out of things to worry about, but you can choose to trust Me no matter what.  I am an ever-present help in trouble.  Trust Me, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.

Romans 8:6 6The mind of sinful man is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace.

 Psalm 46:1-2 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.  2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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February 4 Devotional

Posted on February 4, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

This morning during our staff chapel time, pastor Mike reminded us that the first words Jesus said to His disciples as they cowered behind closed doors after the crucifixion, was “Peace be with you”.  He could have said any number of things, but ‘peace’ was what they all needed and He gave it to them.  I pray that in your weakness, you do indeed find peace as you give this day to the One who created the universe.  Be blessed friends as you bless others.  Peace and Love, Scott
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Bring Me Your Weakness, and receive My Peace.  Accept yourself and your circumstances just as they are, remembering that I am sovereign over everything.  Do not wear yourself out with analyzing and planning.  Instead, let thankfulness and trust be your guides through this day; they will keep you close to Me.  As you live in the radiance of My Presence, My Peace shines upon you.  You will cease to notice how weak or strong you feel, because you will be focusing on Me.  The best way to get through this day is step by step with Me.  Continue this intimate journey, trusting that the path you are following is headed for heaven.

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

Numbers 6:24-26  24 ‘May the Lord bless you and protect you. 25 May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. 26 May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.’

Psalm 13:5   5 But I Trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. 
 Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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Choir Agenda January 30

Posted on January 31, 2013 by drscott

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Orchestra Agenda January 30

Posted on January 31, 2013 by drscott

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January 31 Devotional

Posted on January 31, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

I give thanks for your continued faithfulness and steadfast devotion to serving our church and community through singing and playing instruments.  What a blessing you are to me and others!  I pray today you will indeed find strength and comfort knowing that God has planned out your day already.  Seek His will and guidance before you make your plans!  I would think the creator of the universe is pretty good at planning things out better than any of us.  Hugs and Peace, Scott
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I Am Your Strength And Shield.  I plan out each day and have it ready for you, long before you arise from bed.  I also provide the strength you need each step of the way.  Instead of assessing your energy level and wondering about what’s on the road ahead, concentrate on staying in touch with Me.  My Power flows freely into you through our open communication.  Refuse to waste energy by worrying, and you will have strength to spare.
Whenever you start to feel afraid, remember that I am your Shield.  But unlike inanimate armor, I am always alert and active.  My Presence watches over you continually, protecting you from both known and unknown dangers.  Entrust yourself to My watchcare, which is the best security system available.  I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go.

Psalm 28:7 7The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped.  My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.

 Matthew 6:34 34Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

 Psalm 56:3-4 3 When I am afraid, I will trust in you. 4 In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid.  What can mortal man do to me?

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.” 
 Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 30 Devotional

Posted on January 30, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

It’s so easy to fall into the trap of self pity, worry and fear.  It’s all around us!  But so is God.  Whom will you serve today?  Peace and Love, Scott
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Worship Me Only.  Whatever occupies your mind the most becomes your god.  Worries, if indulged, develop into idols.  Anxiety gains a life of its own, parasitically infesting your mind.  Break free from this bondage by affirming your trust in Me and refreshing yourself in My Presence.  What goes on in your mind is invisible, undetectable to other people.  But I read your thoughts continually, searching for evidence of trust in Me.  I rejoice when your mind turns toward Me.  Guard your thoughts diligently; good thought-choices will keep you close to Me.

Psalm 112:7 7 He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.

1 Corinthians 13:11 11 When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me.
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 29 Devotional

Posted on January 29, 2013 by drscott

Dearly Beloved,

Feeling anxious?  Feeling judgmental? Feeling confused?  We all have our moments.  I was having one just this morning and was praying to God about it.  I think He answered my prayer through this devotional.  As you go through this day, give all of those negative thoughts to God.  He knows how to handle them MUCH better than you do!  Stay focused and be in constant prayer.  Be blessed as you give this day to Him.  Hugs and Love, Scott
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Keep Your Focus On Me.  I have gifted you with amazing freedom, including the ability to choose the focal point of your mind.  Only the crown of My creation has such remarkable capability; this is a sign of being made in My image.

Let the goal of this day be to bring every thought captive to Me.  When ever your mind wanders, lasso those thoughts and bring them into My Presence.  In My radiant Light, anxious thoughts shrink and shrivel away.  Judgmental thoughts are unmasked as you bask in My unconditional Love.  Confused ideas are untangled while you rest in the simplicity of My Peace.  I will guard you and keep you in perfect Peace, as you focus your mind on Me. 

Psalm 8:5 5 You made him a little lower than the heavenly beings and crowned him with glory and honor.

 Genesis 1:26-27 26 Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” 27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.

 2 Corinthians 10:5 5We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

Isaiah 26:3 3 You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. 

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 28 Devotional

Posted on January 28, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

I love the fact that, through the Holy Spirit, Jesus is always with us.  No matter where we go and regardless of what situation we find ourselves in, He is always there.  It may be difficult to sense His presence, especially in the midst of pain and suffering, but He promised us that he’d be there no matter what.  That gives me comfort for today and every day.  Some of you may remember the poem “Footprints in the Sand”.  It’s worth reading again and remembering the words “I am with you always”.  I’ve attached the poem for your reading and meditation.  Peace!  Scott
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I Am With You Always. These were the last words I spoke before ascending into heaven. I continue to proclaim this promise to all who will listen. People respond to My continual Presence in various ways. Most Christians accept this teaching as truth but ignore it in their daily living. Some ill-taught or wounded believers fear (and may even resent) My awareness of all they do, say, and think. A few people center their lives around this glorious promise and find themselves blessed beyond all expectations.
When My Presence is the focal point of your consciousness, all the pieces of your life fall into place. As you gaze at Me through the eyes of your heart, you can see the world around you from My perspective. The fact that I am with you makes every moment of your life meaningful.

Matthew 28:20 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

Psalm 139:1-4 1 You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. 2 You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. 3 You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. 4 Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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