June 11th Devotional

Posted on June 11, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
I love it when people come up to me and say how wonderful the music was and how it blessed them.  It gives me an opportunity to tell them how blessed I am to have such wonderfully talented and dedicated singers, ringers and instrumentalists!  There was no fear in us last night.  We all came to worship and to serve, and that’s exactly what we did!  Thank you ALL for your faithfulness and for using your gifts for God.  To me, you all embody today’s devotional.  Keep on singing and playing for God.  Blessings abound where He is found.  Hugs and Much Love, Scott
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Trust Me and don’t be afraid, for I am your Strength and Song.  Do not let fear dissipate your energy.  Instead, invest your energy in trusting Me and singing My Song.  The battle for control of your mind is fierce, and years of worry have made you vulnerable to the enemy.  Therefore, you need to be vigilant in guarding your thoughts.  Do not despise this weakness in yourself, since I am using it to draw you closer to Me.  Your constant need for Me creates an intimacy that is well worth all the effort.  You are not alone in this struggle for your mind.  My Spirit living within you is ever ready to help in this striving.  Ask Him to control your mind; He will bless you with Life and Peace.

Isaiah 12:2  2 Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.”

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



Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Reminders about tonight

Posted on June 10, 2014 by drscott

Choir needs to be in the choir room, robed and ready to go in your seats at 6:30pm. I put your names in the seats in the choir room because there have been a few changes since the other night.

Orchestra will meet Scott in the Sanctuary at 6:30pm, ready to play. You will be wearing black. Your instrument cases will need to go in the music library in the choir room, so make sure you have time to drop it off before you head to the Sanctuary.

We have been asked to park across the street at the Church of Christ to leave parking spaces for the individuals attending the service. There will be a bus running back and forth between the church and the parking lot, so that if you do not feel comfortable walking across the 4  lanes of traffic-have no fear! You can hitch a ride:)

Thanks so much for your service and being a part of this special worship opportunity! Everyone that has had a chance to volunteer the past few days can tell you that the conference attendees have been blown away by our church and our wonderful volunteers! Wait until they hear our musicians! 🙂

See you tonight!

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June 10 devotional

Posted on June 10, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
As I write this, there’s a lot on my mind.  Beauty of it is, God is also on my mind.  Yes, there’s room for both God and whatever else is going on, especially is He’s the one in control.  I pray you are blessed today and every day as you go through your daily routine.  Don’t forget God!  Peace, scott
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Rest In Me, My Child.  Give your mind a break from planning and trying to anticipate what will happen.  Pray continually, asking My Spirit to take charge of the details of this day.  Remember that you are on a journey with Me.  When you try to peer into the future and plan for every possibility, you ignore your constant Companion, who sustains you moment by moment.  As you gaze anxiously into the distance, you don’t even feel the strong grip of My hand holding yours.  How foolish you are, My child!

Remembrance of Me is a daily discipline.  Never lose sight of My Presence with you.  This will keep you resting in Me all day, every day.

Deuteronomy 12:10 10 But you will cross the Jordan and settle in the land the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, and he will give you rest from all your enemies around you so that you will live in safety.

Psalm 62:5  5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. 

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Orchestra Agenda

Posted on June 5, 2014 by drscott

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Chancel Choir Agenda

Posted on June 5, 2014 by drscott

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June 4th Devotional

Posted on June 5, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
I want to thank you all for your presence last night for our dress rehearsal for the Annual Conference Ordination Service.  What a glorious time to be a part of commissioning and ordaining those that are called to serve as pastors and elders in ministry.  It’s a “big deal” to say the least!  And, of course, as always, we want everything to be perfect for our guests.  But today’s devotional reminds us that our futile striving for perfection can lead to worshiping false idols.  Yikes!  That’s serious!  Musically speaking, I am always striving for perfection, knowing full well that it’s unattainable.  I, like you, want to bring my best to the Master, but keeping in mind that whatever I bring (sing, ring or play) is ultimately for Him and He knows my heart.  May we all be perfectly imperfect with a joyful heart full of love for our Creator.  Amen!
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Remember that you live in a fallen world: an abnormal world tainted by sin.  Much frustration and failure result from your seeking perfection in this life.  There is nothing perfect in this world except Me.  That is why closeness to Me satisfies deep yearnings and fills you with Joy.

I have planted longing for perfection in every human heart.  This is a good desire, which I alone can fulfill.  But most people seek this fulfillment in other people and earthly pleasures or achievements.  Thus they create idols, before which they bow down.  I will have no other gods before Me!  Make Me the deepest desire of your heart.  Let Me fulfill your yearning for perfection.

Exodus 20:3 3 “You must not have any other god but me.

Psalm 37:4  4 Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires. 

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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June 4th Devotional

Posted on June 4, 2014 by drscott
Dear Beloved,
It’s going to be a busy day today!  As usual, we have much to accomplish in a short amount of time.  As Annual Conference quickly approaches, our entire staff and hundreds of volunteers are gearing up for our 1000+ guests.  If you’ve ever hosted a party at your home, you know the anxiety and excitement that comes with having company.  So, today’s devotional is particularly timely as we all take a deep breath and know that any challenges that come our way will be met not on our own power, but by the power of God through the Holy Spirit.  That’s comforting!  My we each have that perfect peace that only God can give today and every day.  Hugs!  Scott
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Welcome Challenging Times as opportunities to trust Me.  You have Me beside you and My Spirit within you, so no set of circumstances is too much for you to handle.  When the path before you is dotted with difficulties, beware of measuring your strength against those challenges.  That calculation is certain to riddle you with anxiety.  Without Me, you wouldn’t make it past the first hurdle!

The way to walk through demanding days is to grip My hand tightly and stay in close communication with Me.  Let your thoughts and spoken words be richly flavored with trust and thankfulness.  Regardless of the day’s problems, I can keep you in perfect Peace as you stay close to Me.

James 1:2  2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds,

Philippians 4:13 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

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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June 3rd Devotional

Posted on June 3, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
Peace cancels out fear and worry.  Where does peace come from?  It comes from staying focused on God and trusting His ways above our ways.  Be blessed as you continue on your journey of peace, love, joy and hope.  Love, Scott
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I Want To Be Central in your entire being.  When your focus is firmly on Me, My Peace displaces fears and worries.  They will encircle you, seeking entrance, so you must stay alert.  Let trust and thankfulness stand guard, turning back fear before it can gain a foothold.  There is no fear in My Love, which shines on you continually. Sit quietly in My Love-Light, while I bless you with radiant Peace.  Turn your whole being to trusting and loving Me.

2 Thessalonians 3:16 16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.

1  John 4:18  18There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young 

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June 2 Devotional

Posted on June 2, 2014 by drscott
Dear Friends,
This beautiful devotional encourages us to “relax and enjoy” God’s presence and control over our lives.  I don’t know about you, but I find it difficult to “relax and enjoy” an average working day.  Maybe you’re like me and just hope to survive the day, much less relax and enjoy it!  What I have found over the years of intentionally training myself to “let go and let God”, is that my stress level is somewhat less when I simply say “if it is God’s will, then it will happen”.  Now, I can only say this when I’ve done all I can and my utmost to be faithful to God and others.  So, today, I give God this day and my list of things to do.  God help me to be faithful to the call and to you.  Peace and Love, Scott
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Let Me Show You

 

My way for you this day.  I guide you continually, so you can relax and enjoy My Presence in the present.  Living well is both a discipline and an art.  Concentrate on staying close to Me, the divine Artist.  Discipline your thoughts to trust Me as I work My ways in your life.  Pray about everything; then, leave outcomes up to Me.  Do not fear My will, for through it I accomplish what is best for you.  Take a deep breath and dive into the depths of absolute trust in Me.  Underneath are the everlasting arms!

Psalm 5:2-3  2 Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray.  3 In the morning, O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.

Deuteronomy 33:27  27 The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He will drive out your enemy before you, saying, ‘Destroy him!’

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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Upcoming choir anthems

Posted on May 29, 2014 by drscott

I Surrender All – June 8

I Will Sing of My Redeemer – June 15

I Believe, I Believe– June 22

I Then Shall Live -June 29

 

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