January 22 Devotional

Posted on January 22, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

Fear and anxiety are not of God.  He did not create us to be people of fear.  Fear and anxiety cripple us and cause us mental, physical and emotional pain that is not healthy.  We all face difficulties in life.  Our first thought is often to either ignore or run away from these.  Jonah certainly tried.  And we all know what happened to Jonah!  So, before you find yourself in the belly of a whale (figuratively speaking), try to trust God and lean on Him for guidance and strength in the little things in life and the big ones.  He cares about them all.  Peace and Love, Scott
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Strive To Trust Me in more and more areas of your life.  Anything that tends to make you anxious is a growth opportunity.  Instead of running away from these challenges, embrace them, eager to gain all the blessings I have hidden in the difficulties.  If you believe that I am sovereign over every aspect of your life, it is possible to trust Me in all situations.  Don’t waste energy regretting the way things are or thinking about what might have been.  Start at the present moment-accepting things exactly as they are-and search for My way in the midst of those circumstances.

Trust is like a staff you lean on, as you journey uphill with Me.  If you are trusting in Me consistently, the staff will bear as much of your weight as needed.  Lean on, trust, and be confident in Me with all your heart and mind. 
Psalm 52:8 8 But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.

 Proverbs 3:5-6 (AMP) 5Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. 6 In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths. 
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 20 Devotional

Posted on January 22, 2013 by drscott

Beloved,

Love these words, especially since I want to control things sometimes!  Maybe you feel the same.  Be blessed as you give control over to the One who made the heavens and the earth, the alpha and omega and the One who’d ways are higher than ours!  Peace, Scott
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Approach This Day With Awareness Of Who Is Boss.  As you make plans for your life.  On days when things go smoothly, according to your plans, you may be unaware of My sovereign Presence.  On days when your plans are thwarted, be on the lookout for Me!  I may be doing something important in your life, something quite different from what you expected.  It is essential at such times to stay in communication with Me, accepting My way as better than yours.  Don’t try to figure out what is happening. Simply trust Me and thank Me in advance for the good that will come out of it all.  I know the plans I have for you, and they are good.

Isaiah 55:9 9 “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.

 Jeremiah 29:1111 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

 Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 18 Devotional

Posted on January 22, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

I love the fact that we’re on this journey together. Not only do we have the help and assurance of our Heavenly Father, but we also have each other.  What a beautiful gift!  I give thanks for each of you as together we forge ahead to the prize set before us.  Be steadfast!  Be strong!  Be courageous!  Our God is with us and He is awesome!  Peace and Love, Scott
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I Am Leading You Along The High Road, but there are descents as well as ascents.  In the distance you see snow-covered peaks glistening in brilliant sunlight.  Your longing to reach those peaks is good, but you must not take shortcuts.  Your assignment is to follow Me, allowing Me to direct your path.  Let the heights beckon you onward, but stay close to Me.

Learn to trust Me when things go “wrong.”  Disruptions to your routine highlight your dependence on Me.  Trusting acceptance of trials brings blessings that far outweigh them all.  Walk hand in hand with Me through this day.  I have lovingly planned every inch of the way.  Trust does not falter when the path becomes rocky and steep.  Breathe deep draughts of My Presence, and hold tightly to My hand.  Together we can make it!

John 21:1919Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, “Follow me!”

2 Corinthians 4:17 17For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.


 Habakkuk 3:19 19The Sovereign LORD is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights.  For the director of music. On my stringed instruments. 
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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January 17 Devotional

Posted on January 17, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

It was GREAT seeing all of you last night!  I so appreciate your faithfulness.  You inspire me and fill my heart with gladness.  I have a thankful heart today and every day as I give thanks for each and every one of you.  Be blessed as you bless others.  Peace and Love, Scott
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Come To Me With A Thankful Heart, so that you can enjoy My Presence.  This is the day that I have made.  I want you to rejoice today, refusing to worry about tomorrow. Search for all that I have prepared for you, anticipating abundant blessings and accepting difficulties as they come.  I can weave miracles into the most mundane day if you keep your focus on Me.

Come to Me with all your needs, knowing that My glorious riches are a more-than-adequate supply.  Stay in continual communication with Me, so that you can live above your circumstances even while you are in the midst of them.  Present your requests to Me with thanksgiving, and My Peace, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your heart and mind. 
Philippians 4:19 19And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

 Philippians 4:6-7 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

 Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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Choir Agenda January 16

Posted on January 17, 2013 by drscott

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Orchestra Agenda January 16

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January 16 Devotional

Posted on January 16, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

I love the words of comfort and assurance written below.  Isn’t it wonderful that we have such a loving and caring God who transcends time and space to give us these words of encouragement.  Our Savior is not a “fix it and forget it” God. Salvation is the beginning of an ongoing relationship where we begin to realize out deeply we are loved, cherished and cared for.  Indeed, His yoke is easy and His burden is light.  Go through this day knowing He’s right beside you every step of the way.  Peace and Love, Scott
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Come To Me, and rest in My loving Presence.  You know that this day will bring difficulties, and you are trying to think your way through those trials.  As you anticipate what is ahead of you, you forget that I am with you-now and always.  Rehearsing your troubles results in experiencing them many times, whereas you are meant to go through them only when they actually occur.  Do not multiply your suffering in this way!  Instead, come to Me, and relax in My Peace.  I will strengthen you and prepare you for this day, transforming your fear into confident trust.

Matthew 11:28-30 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. 30For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

 Joshua 1:5 5 No one will be able to stand up against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you.

 Joshua 1:99 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” 
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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Easter 2013 recordings

Posted on January 15, 2013 by drscott

Down below are the recordings for Easter. We will also have Cd’s available for you at rehearsal tomorrow night 🙂

Come Christians Join to Sing

Christ the Lord

Come Ye Sinners

To God Be the Glory

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Ash Wednesday Recordings

Posted on January 15, 2013 by drscott

Down below are the recordings of music for Ash Wednesday!

I Will Sing of My Redeemer

Grace Greater Than our Sin

There is A Fountain

My Jesus, I Love You

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January 15 Devotional

Posted on January 15, 2013 by drscott

Dear Friends,

As the winds of our problems, both real and imagined blow at you, remember who calms the seas with just a word, who healed the sick with just a touch and who loves you more than you know.  Trust and do not fear.  Be blessed today!  Hugs and Love, Scott
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My Face Is Shining Upon You, beaming out Peace that transcends understanding. You are surrounded by a sea of problems,but you are face -to-Face with Me, your Peace. As long as you focus on Me, you are safe. If you gaze too long at the myriad problems around you, you will sink under the weight of your burdens. When you start to sink, simply call out “Help me,Jesus!’ and I will lift you up.

The closer you live to Me, the safer you are. Circumstances around you are undulating, and there are treacherous-looking waves in the distance. Fix your eyes on Me, the One who never changes. By the time those waves reach you , they will have shrunk to proportions of My design. I am always beside you, helping you face today’s waves. The future is a phantom,seeking to spook you. Laugh at the future! Stay close to Me.

Philippians 4:77And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Matthew 14:3030But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cries out, “Lord,save me!”

Hebrews 12:2 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
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