I just received a new book written by Ken and Paula Hemphill entitled, "SPLASH". SPLASH is an acrostic for Show People Love And Share Him. Sounds like a biblical command, right?
Members of Sierra Baptist Church will have a new opportunity "to love others and show Christ" beginning March 9th. Our new additional Sunday Morning Worship Service will also be an outreach service. We, at Sierra, must decide; Is this new service (and all other Sierra ministries!) just for us as believers or is it ministry for God's Kingdom? We cannot be just "keepers of the acquarium", we must also be "fishers of men" (Matt. 4:19).
SPLASH may be a new book, but it is just a fresh reminder of Christ's original commands to us. What an opportunity! Go Ahead, SPLASH!
Blessings!
Rex
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Share Your Story!
Share Your Story!
Are you excited about your relationship with Jesus Christ? All of us that have been saved for many years would do well to see if that "new believer" zeal is still evident in our lives.
I Peter 3:15 reminds us; "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have."
Share your story!
Blessings!
Rex
Are you excited about your relationship with Jesus Christ? All of us that have been saved for many years would do well to see if that "new believer" zeal is still evident in our lives.
I Peter 3:15 reminds us; "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have."
Share your story!
Blessings!
Rex
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Showers Sent From God
Showers Sent From God
Powerful thunderstorms took center stage outside my study window this morning. These awesome occurancies of nature should point us to an awesome God! The people of Judah acknowledged this truth (sadly only after God's pronounced judgement) in Jeremiah 14:22. "Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers? No, it is you, O lord our God. Therefore our hope is in you, for you are the one who does all this."
Friends, may we all remember "our hope is in God!"
Blessings!
Rex
Prayer: "Lord, I confess You as my hope! I acknowledge Your power over all of life. Praise Your Name!
Powerful thunderstorms took center stage outside my study window this morning. These awesome occurancies of nature should point us to an awesome God! The people of Judah acknowledged this truth (sadly only after God's pronounced judgement) in Jeremiah 14:22. "Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers? No, it is you, O lord our God. Therefore our hope is in you, for you are the one who does all this."
Friends, may we all remember "our hope is in God!"
Blessings!
Rex
Prayer: "Lord, I confess You as my hope! I acknowledge Your power over all of life. Praise Your Name!
Monday, February 25, 2008
The Widow's Offering
In the story of the poor widow's offering, Jesus taught His disciples two important lessons concerning worshipful giving.
Lesson #1 - God desires that His disciples give generously. "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others" (Mark 13:43b). Remember, she only gave two mites! Very little value! Generous? It was everything she had to live on!
Lesson #2 - God desires that His disciples give sincerely. "They gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty" (Mark 13:44). She sacrificed to give!
May God teach us these lessons as well!
Blessings!
Pastor Rex
Lesson #1 - God desires that His disciples give generously. "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others" (Mark 13:43b). Remember, she only gave two mites! Very little value! Generous? It was everything she had to live on!
Lesson #2 - God desires that His disciples give sincerely. "They gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty" (Mark 13:44). She sacrificed to give!
May God teach us these lessons as well!
Blessings!
Pastor Rex
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Consider the Heavens!
Last night, a complete lunar eclipse occured. Such phenomena gain our attention. We can't but think about the awesomeness of the universe in which we live.
In the Bible, the Psalmist wrote; "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the Son of man that you care for him?" (Psalm 8:3-4)
We seemingly are insignificant, weak creatures in the midst of an awesome, powerful universe. Yet, God Cares For Us! Praise Him Today!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
"Days Of Uncertainty"
During these uncertain times, many are wondering if anyone can help us. Are you anxious about these days? Read the following reminder from the Bible, "Many are asking, "who can show us any good?" (who can help?). Let the light of your face shine upon us O Lord. You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound." (refers to times of great prosperity) Psalm 4:6-7.
Look to God for inward peace and joy. Do not remain anxious. (Phil. 4:6-7). Rest in God's care today.
Prayer: "Lord, I thank You that You are my helper and my joy! Help me to rest in Your care today. Remove the anxiousness from my soul and replace it with Your joy. In Jesus' Name. Amen."
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
A Prayer For Safety
Are you feeling insecure? Fearful? Psalm 142 is a prayer asking God to protect. Verse 3a reads: "When my spirit grows faint within me, it is you (Lord) who knows my way." Believe Jesus can and will encourage your spirit. Call on Him today!
Prayer: "Lord, I feel insecure at this moment. The fears of my life have overwhelmed me. I believe that You can strengthen and guide me. I ask You to help me today! In Jesus' Name! Amen."
Read Psalm 142.
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