October 13 Devotional

Posted on October 14, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
A beautiful devotional for our daily living.  Peace is given freely to those who seek it.  Be blessed in this gift!  Love, Scott
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Take Time To Be Still in My Presence.  The more hassled you feel, the more you need this sacred space of communion with Me.  Breathe slowly and deeply.  Relax in My holy Presence while My Face shines upon you.  This is how you receive My Peace, which I always proffer to you.

Imagine the pain I feel when My children tie themselves up in anxious knots, ignoring My gift of Peace.  I died a criminal’s death to secure this blessing for you.  Receive it gratefully; hide it in your heart.  My Peace is an inner treasure, growing within you as you trust in Me.  Therefore, circumstances cannot touch it.  Be still, enjoying Peace in My Presence. 

Psalm 46:10 10 “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”

Numbers 6:25-26 25 the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you;  26 the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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October 9th Devotional

Posted on October 9, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
Today’s devotional is a puzzling one.  Complaining to others is not pleasing to God.  I personally do my best not to complain, for what do I truly have to complain about?  I guess one thought would be to ask yourself a question:  Can anything be done about my complaint?  Is it truly in the best interests of everyone if I voice my complaint?  Or is it more for myself and my own needs, wants and desires?  I remember pastor Mike saying “there’s no such thing as constructive criticism”.  I’ve never forgotten that.  But, I do think that accountability must be practiced and lived in our daily lives.  Maybe it all has to do with the heart?  I’m not sure.  Like I said, “puzzling”.  Be blessed and be careful who you complain to!  God’s always ready to listen!  Peace and Love, Scott
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You Have Been on a long uphill journey, and your energy is almost spent.  Though you have faltered at times, you have not let go of My hand.  I am pleased with your desire to stay close to Me.  There is one thing, however, that displeases Me: your tendency to complain.  You may talk to Me as much as you like about the difficulty of the path we are following.  I understand better than anyone else the stresses and strains that have afflicted you.  You can ventilate safely to Me, because talking with Me tempers your thoughts and helps you to see things from My perspective.

Complaining to others is another matter altogether.  It opens the door to deadly sins such as self-pity and rage.  Whenever you are tempted to grumble, come to Me and talk it out.  As you open up to Me, I will put My thoughts in your mind and My song in your heart.

Jeremiah 31:25  

25 I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint.”

Philippians 2:14-15 14Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Orchestra Agenda

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Anthem for this Sunday

Posted on October 8, 2014 by drscott

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Nothing Is Impossible

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October 8th Devotional

Posted on October 8, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
On the heals of Mike’s wonderful message last Sunday, I am reminded that love wins!  Always and in every way, love trumps all.  Be blessed in this beloved.  Hugs, Scott
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I Love You

 

with an everlasting Love.  The human mind cannot comprehend My constancy.  Your emotions flicker and falter in the face of varying circumstances, and you tend to project your fickle feelings onto Me.  Thus, you do not benefit fully from My unfailing Love.

You need to look beyond the flux of circumstances and discover Me gazing lovingly back at you.  This awareness of My Presence strengthens you, as you receive and respond to My Love.  I am the same yesterday, today, and forever!  Let My Love flow into you continually, Your need for Me is as constant as the outflow of My Love into you.

Jeremiah 31:3 3 The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.

Exodus 15:13 13 “In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling.

Hebrews 13:8 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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October 7th Devotional

Posted on October 8, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
The first sentence of today’s devotional hit home with me.  I seems that unless we release our worries and fears to God, it will be difficult to hear God’s voice among all the noise and clatter of our own senseless fears and anxieties.  I thought of a beautiful melody being played softly as an orchestra tunes before the beginning of a concert.  The melody doesn’t have a chance of being heard among the all the chaos of sound.  So, my challenge to all of us is to truly release all that troubles our minds and spirits so that God can come through loud and clear!  Be blessed friends, Scott
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In Order To Hear My Voice, you must release all your worries into My care. Entrust to Me everything that concerns you. This clears the way for you to seek My face unhindered. Let Me free you from fear that is hiding deep inside you. Sit quietly in My Presence, allowing My Light to soak into you and drive out any darkness lodged within you.

Accept each day just as it comes to you, remembering that I am sovereign over your life. Rejoice in this day that I have made, trusting that I am abundantly present in it. Instead of regretting or resenting the way things are, thank Me in all circumstances. Trust Me and don’t be fearful; thank Me and rest in My sovereignty.

1 Peter 5:6-7 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Psalm 118:24 This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this God’s will for you in Christ Jesus

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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October 2 Devotional

Posted on October 2, 2014 by drscott
Dear friends, 
Below is a verse from Wesley’s “Jesus Lover of My Soul”.  Jesus, our first love, now and forever more.  Be blessed in knowing that the time and energy you spend nurturing your relationship with Him, helps sustain all of your other relationships.  Hugs, Scott
  1. Thou, O Christ, art all I want,
    More than all in Thee I find;
    Raise the fallen, cheer the faint,
    Heal the sick, and lead the blind.
    Just and holy is Thy Name,
    Source of all true righteousness;
    Thou art evermore the same,
    Thou art full of truth and grace.

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Never Take For Granted My intimate nearness.  Marvel at the wonder of My continual Presence with you.  Even the most ardent human lover cannot be with you always.  Nor can another person know the intimacies of your heart, mind, and spirit.  I know everything about you-even to the number of hairs on your head.  You don’t need to work at revealing yourself to Me.

Many people spend a lifetime or a small fortune searching for someone who understands them.  Yet I am freely available to all whocall upon My Name, who open their hearts to receive Me.  This simple act of faith is the beginning of a lifelong love story.  I, the Lover of your soul, understand you perfectly and love you eternally.

Luke 12:7 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

John 1:12 12Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—

Romans 10:13 13for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Orchestra Agenda

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Chancel Choir Agenda

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