Friday, July 31, 2009
VBS-Reminder
Vacation Bible School, tomorrow, Saturday, August 1st from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, all ages. Harvest Center Church 7824 Alabama Highway 68, Collinsville, AL. 256-524-2050
Eight Gifts
Eight Gifts ==Below are eight gifts that don't cost a cent to give.
1) THE GIFT OF LISTENING... But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening.
2) THE GIFT OF AFFECTION... Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.
3) THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER... Funny pictures. Share articles, funny stories and funny greetings. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you."
4) THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE... It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life.
5) THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT... A simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "You did a super job" or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day.
6) THE GIFT OF A FAVOR... Every day, go out of your way to do something kind. Helping elderly cross the road can be nice.
7) THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE... There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.
8) THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION... The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone, really it's not that hard to say, Hello or Thank You.
1) THE GIFT OF LISTENING... But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening.
2) THE GIFT OF AFFECTION... Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.
3) THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER... Funny pictures. Share articles, funny stories and funny greetings. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you."
4) THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE... It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life.
5) THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT... A simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "You did a super job" or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day.
6) THE GIFT OF A FAVOR... Every day, go out of your way to do something kind. Helping elderly cross the road can be nice.
7) THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE... There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.
8) THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION... The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone, really it's not that hard to say, Hello or Thank You.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
The Work Of Our Hands
"The righteous will be in everlasting remembrance." Psalm 112:6
One reason we're left here on earth and not taken to heaven immediately after trusting in Christ for salvation is that God has work for us to do. "Man is immortal," Augustine said, "until his work is done."
The time of our death is not determined by anyone or anything here on earth. That decision is made in the councils of heaven. When we have done all that God has in mind for us to do, then and only then will He take us home--and not one second before. As Paul put it, "David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell asleep" (Acts 13:36).
In the meantime, until God takes us home, there's plenty to do. "I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day," Jesus said. "Night is coming when no one can work" (John 9:4). Night is coming when we will once for all close our eyes on this world, or our Lord will return to take us to be with HIm. Each day brings that time a little closer.
As long as we have the light of day, we must work--not to conquer, acquire, accumulate, and retire, but to make visible the invisible Christ by touching people with His love. We can then be confident that our "labor is not in vain in the Lord." (ICor. 15:58). --David Roper
If you rely upon God's strength
And live a life that's true
Then what you do in Jesus' name
Will be His work through you. --D. DeHaan
In God's eyes, true greatness is serving others.
From: Our Daily Bread
One reason we're left here on earth and not taken to heaven immediately after trusting in Christ for salvation is that God has work for us to do. "Man is immortal," Augustine said, "until his work is done."
The time of our death is not determined by anyone or anything here on earth. That decision is made in the councils of heaven. When we have done all that God has in mind for us to do, then and only then will He take us home--and not one second before. As Paul put it, "David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell asleep" (Acts 13:36).
In the meantime, until God takes us home, there's plenty to do. "I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day," Jesus said. "Night is coming when no one can work" (John 9:4). Night is coming when we will once for all close our eyes on this world, or our Lord will return to take us to be with HIm. Each day brings that time a little closer.
As long as we have the light of day, we must work--not to conquer, acquire, accumulate, and retire, but to make visible the invisible Christ by touching people with His love. We can then be confident that our "labor is not in vain in the Lord." (ICor. 15:58). --David Roper
If you rely upon God's strength
And live a life that's true
Then what you do in Jesus' name
Will be His work through you. --D. DeHaan
In God's eyes, true greatness is serving others.
From: Our Daily Bread
Monday, July 27, 2009
VBS
DON'T FORGET!!! VBS - Saturday, August 1st, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Harvest Center, located at 7824 Alabama Highway 68, Collinsville, AL. Bible classes for all ages, puppets, fun time, and door prizes. Lunch will be served. Offering contact between the boys and the girls with prizes for all the children. For more information: 256-524-2050. Hope to see you there!
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Let It Go!
Let it Go!
There are people who can walk away from you.
And hear me when I tell you this! When people can walk away from you: let them walk. I don't want you to try to talk another person into staying with you, loving you, calling you, caring about you, coming to see you, staying attached to you. I mean hang up the phone.
When people can walk away from you let them walk. Your destiny is never tied to anybody that left.
The Bible said that, they came out from us that it might be manifest that they were not of us. For had they been of us, no doubt they would have continued with us.(I John 2:19).
People leave you because they are not joined to you. And if they are not joined to you, you can't make them stay.
LET THEM GO!!!
And it doesn't mean that they are a bad person; it just means that their part in the story is over. And you've got to know when people's part in your story is over so that you don't keep trying to raise the dead. You've got to know when it's dead.
You've got to know when it's over. Let me tell you something. I've got the gift of goodbye. It's the tenth spiritual gift. I believe in good-bye...It's not that I'm hateful, it's that I'm faithful, and I know whatever God means for me to have, He'll give it to me. And if it takes too much sweat, I don't neet it. Stop begging people to stay.
LET THEM GO!!!
If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to past hurts and pains......LET IT GO!!!
If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth.....LET IT GO!!!
If someone has angered you.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents....LET IT GO!!!
If you have a bad attitude......LET IT GO!!!
If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better.....LET IT GO!!!
If you're stuck in the past and God is trying to take you to a new level in Him.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship.....LET IT GO!!!
If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves.....LET IT GO!!!
If you're feeling depressed and stressed.....LET IT GO!!!
If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying 'take your hands off of it,' then you need to.....LET IT GO!!!
'The Battle is the Lord's!'
--By: T.D. Jakes
There are people who can walk away from you.
And hear me when I tell you this! When people can walk away from you: let them walk. I don't want you to try to talk another person into staying with you, loving you, calling you, caring about you, coming to see you, staying attached to you. I mean hang up the phone.
When people can walk away from you let them walk. Your destiny is never tied to anybody that left.
The Bible said that, they came out from us that it might be manifest that they were not of us. For had they been of us, no doubt they would have continued with us.(I John 2:19).
People leave you because they are not joined to you. And if they are not joined to you, you can't make them stay.
LET THEM GO!!!
And it doesn't mean that they are a bad person; it just means that their part in the story is over. And you've got to know when people's part in your story is over so that you don't keep trying to raise the dead. You've got to know when it's dead.
You've got to know when it's over. Let me tell you something. I've got the gift of goodbye. It's the tenth spiritual gift. I believe in good-bye...It's not that I'm hateful, it's that I'm faithful, and I know whatever God means for me to have, He'll give it to me. And if it takes too much sweat, I don't neet it. Stop begging people to stay.
LET THEM GO!!!
If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to past hurts and pains......LET IT GO!!!
If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth.....LET IT GO!!!
If someone has angered you.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents....LET IT GO!!!
If you have a bad attitude......LET IT GO!!!
If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better.....LET IT GO!!!
If you're stuck in the past and God is trying to take you to a new level in Him.....LET IT GO!!!
If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship.....LET IT GO!!!
If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves.....LET IT GO!!!
If you're feeling depressed and stressed.....LET IT GO!!!
If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying 'take your hands off of it,' then you need to.....LET IT GO!!!
'The Battle is the Lord's!'
--By: T.D. Jakes
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Bible Fellowship
Bible Fellowship - 6:00 PM, Wednesday night at the Harvest Center. Classes for all ages. Come and join us as we experience the Word. Teens will met at The Launch Pad on Main Street, Downtown Collinsville at 6:30 PM.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
State Convention News
The Alabama Church of God of Prophecy held its State Convention, July 16-18 in Birmingham, Alabama. The theme was True North. The challenge to the church - Our Objective is Christ's alone; The church's compass must be aligned to TRUE NORTH; and Our Ministries/Goals must pass the TRUE NORTH test. If they don't realign or discard. Great messages and worship time. One high-light message was by Pastor Brian Sutton titled "Discipleship-Bringing The Church Into Maturity In Knowledge Of Christ; In Spirituality; In Responsibility; In Fruitfulness." He emphasized Believe-Belong-Become; Believe in Jesus, Belong to the Body, and Become like Christ. Very inspiring!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Don’t be Shaken!
2 Timothy 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
When we first moved to Israel we experienced a thundering earthquake that measured 5.2 on the Richter scale. I was in my Hebrew class downtown, and my wife and newborn were in our Jerusalem apartment. I don’t know if any of you have ever experienced an earthquake, but it can be very scary. My wife told me about her experience.
She was sitting in our bedroom with the baby in her arms, when out of nowhere came a sudden loud roaring sound, followed by a shaking of all four walls, and all the contents within banging against them for what seemed like an eternity.
So many things go through your mind when you’re in the midst of a life-threatening experience like that. Rivka said that as everything was shaking, she began to fear what could happen next. But in the midst of it all, Riv looked down at Elianna in her arms. Would you believe, she was perfectly content — happy, smiling, even drifting off to sleep as the earth shook all around her.
Each of us can take a lesson from Elianna. Even in the midst of craziness, chaos, distress, crises beyond our control, we as believers must rest, trusting that we’re safe in the loving arms of the Father.
Is your world being shaken right now? Know that God is holding you today. No matter what you’re facing, you can trust Him fully to cover you and protect you. Relax in His sheltering arms!
When we first moved to Israel we experienced a thundering earthquake that measured 5.2 on the Richter scale. I was in my Hebrew class downtown, and my wife and newborn were in our Jerusalem apartment. I don’t know if any of you have ever experienced an earthquake, but it can be very scary. My wife told me about her experience.
She was sitting in our bedroom with the baby in her arms, when out of nowhere came a sudden loud roaring sound, followed by a shaking of all four walls, and all the contents within banging against them for what seemed like an eternity.
So many things go through your mind when you’re in the midst of a life-threatening experience like that. Rivka said that as everything was shaking, she began to fear what could happen next. But in the midst of it all, Riv looked down at Elianna in her arms. Would you believe, she was perfectly content — happy, smiling, even drifting off to sleep as the earth shook all around her.
Each of us can take a lesson from Elianna. Even in the midst of craziness, chaos, distress, crises beyond our control, we as believers must rest, trusting that we’re safe in the loving arms of the Father.
Is your world being shaken right now? Know that God is holding you today. No matter what you’re facing, you can trust Him fully to cover you and protect you. Relax in His sheltering arms!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
VBS Count Down
VBS - A one day VBS is planned for Saturday, August 1st from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Bible Studies, Prizes, Lunch, Fun Time for all. Mark * your calendar and don't forget!!! For more information call 524-2050.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Devotion - At Just The Right Time
Why is being on time so challenging for some of us? Even when we start early, something inevitable gets in our way to make us late.
But here's the good news: God is always on time! Speaking of the arrival of Jesus, Paul said, "When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth His Son" (Gal. 4:4). The long-awaited, promised Savior came at just the right time.
Jesus' arrival during the Roman Empire's Pax Romana (the peace of Rome) was perfect timing. The known world was united by one language of commerce. A network of global trade routes provided open access to the whole world. All of this guaranteed that the gospel could move rapidly in one tongue. No visas. No impenetrable borders. Only unhindered access to help spread the news of the Savior whose crucifixion fulfilled the prophecy of The Lamb who would be slain for our sins (Isa. 53). All in God's perfect timing!
All of this should remind us that the Lord knows what time is best for us as well. If you're waiting for answered prayer or the fulfillment of one of His promises, don't give up. If you think He has forgotten you, think again. When the fullness of time is right for you, He'll show up--and you'll be amazed by His brilliant timing! --Joe Stowell
Not ours to know the reason why
Unanswered is our prayer,
But ours to wait for God's own time
To lift the cross we bear. --Anon.
God's timing is always perfect. From Our Daily Bread
But here's the good news: God is always on time! Speaking of the arrival of Jesus, Paul said, "When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth His Son" (Gal. 4:4). The long-awaited, promised Savior came at just the right time.
Jesus' arrival during the Roman Empire's Pax Romana (the peace of Rome) was perfect timing. The known world was united by one language of commerce. A network of global trade routes provided open access to the whole world. All of this guaranteed that the gospel could move rapidly in one tongue. No visas. No impenetrable borders. Only unhindered access to help spread the news of the Savior whose crucifixion fulfilled the prophecy of The Lamb who would be slain for our sins (Isa. 53). All in God's perfect timing!
All of this should remind us that the Lord knows what time is best for us as well. If you're waiting for answered prayer or the fulfillment of one of His promises, don't give up. If you think He has forgotten you, think again. When the fullness of time is right for you, He'll show up--and you'll be amazed by His brilliant timing! --Joe Stowell
Not ours to know the reason why
Unanswered is our prayer,
But ours to wait for God's own time
To lift the cross we bear. --Anon.
God's timing is always perfect. From Our Daily Bread
Monday, July 13, 2009
VBS
the Harvest Center's Vacation Bible School will be Saturday, August 1st from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. There will be classes for all ages including adults. Classes will be taught by experienced teachers that will make the Bible lessons come alive. There will be puppets and fun time. Lunch will be served. Door prizes and gifts for all the childrens will be given out. Special guests will include officials from the community and county. Mark your calendar and make plans to attend. For more information call 256-524-2050.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Daily Devotion
Wake Up - The Eruptions are Here!
Zephaniah 2:2-3 Before the decree bring forth, before the day pass as the chaff, before the fierce anger of the LORD come upon you, before the day of the LORD'S anger come upon you. Seek ye the LORD, all ye meek of the earth, which have wrought his judgment; seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the LORD'S anger.
In the 1883, Captain Sampson of the British navy witnessed one of the greatest volcanic eruptions in history which took place in Indonesia. The eruption was so powerful that its shock waves traveled around the world seven times. The volcano shot miles of debris into the atmosphere which fell to earth as far away as Madagascar over 2000 miles distance. Captain Sampson wrote in the ship's log: I am writing this blind in pitch darkness. We are under continual rain of pumice-stone and dust. So violent are the explosions that the ear-drums of over half my crew have been shattered I am convinced that the Day of Judgment has come.
These men witnessed something extraordinary, and it caused them to ponder the inevitable question -- Is this the end? What was the crew thinking and feeling as they were deafened by the massive explosions, and blinded by the clouds of smoke and ash? To them it must have been as if the sun had become like sackcloth! Did this experience change their lives? Were they now powerfully aware of how fragile life is? Did they suddenly begin to examine what their lives had consisted of up to that moment?
Imagine yourself in that boat as these events are taking place. Now picture yourself at the present moment...are you thinking about what your life has been about, or what it is now? Are you thinking about what it could be??
Wake up. Recognize that eruptions are already taking place, and these are the Lord's warnings to this sleeping world; warnings that His return is NEAR! We are privileged to be witnesses and participants in the most extraordinary times as the end of the age draws near. But God is looking for people who are awake, who are wise, who understand the signs of the times, and who know Him.. so they can do exploits and can shine like stars in a darkening world will you be one of them?
Zephaniah 2:2-3 Before the decree bring forth, before the day pass as the chaff, before the fierce anger of the LORD come upon you, before the day of the LORD'S anger come upon you. Seek ye the LORD, all ye meek of the earth, which have wrought his judgment; seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the LORD'S anger.
In the 1883, Captain Sampson of the British navy witnessed one of the greatest volcanic eruptions in history which took place in Indonesia. The eruption was so powerful that its shock waves traveled around the world seven times. The volcano shot miles of debris into the atmosphere which fell to earth as far away as Madagascar over 2000 miles distance. Captain Sampson wrote in the ship's log: I am writing this blind in pitch darkness. We are under continual rain of pumice-stone and dust. So violent are the explosions that the ear-drums of over half my crew have been shattered I am convinced that the Day of Judgment has come.
These men witnessed something extraordinary, and it caused them to ponder the inevitable question -- Is this the end? What was the crew thinking and feeling as they were deafened by the massive explosions, and blinded by the clouds of smoke and ash? To them it must have been as if the sun had become like sackcloth! Did this experience change their lives? Were they now powerfully aware of how fragile life is? Did they suddenly begin to examine what their lives had consisted of up to that moment?
Imagine yourself in that boat as these events are taking place. Now picture yourself at the present moment...are you thinking about what your life has been about, or what it is now? Are you thinking about what it could be??
Wake up. Recognize that eruptions are already taking place, and these are the Lord's warnings to this sleeping world; warnings that His return is NEAR! We are privileged to be witnesses and participants in the most extraordinary times as the end of the age draws near. But God is looking for people who are awake, who are wise, who understand the signs of the times, and who know Him.. so they can do exploits and can shine like stars in a darkening world will you be one of them?
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