Daily Word of God - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 New Living Translation (NLT)

3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. 4 He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

Daily Word of God - John 17:19

John 17:19 New Living Translation (NLT)

And I give myself as a holy sacrifice for them so they can be made holy by your truth.

Mid-Week Message - Grief

Grief.  It is one of the saddest words in our vocabulary.  It is one we would all like to avoid.  Yet, it surrounds us.  Each time I turn on the news or read articles on the internet, there it is.  Police officers killed.  Suicides.  Motor vehicle accidents. Terrorism.  Cancer.  Heart attacks. Arguments that end in someone being killed.  Every day, week, month and year.  

Clearly it is not something we can avoid.  Life happens as life happens.  Death, and therefore grief, as much as we hate to think about it, will be a part of each of our lives as long as we are on this earth.  All things have a beginning and an end here.  Life as we know it is terminable.  Sad but true.    

I have great news though!  Scripture says in Hebrews 9:27 that, "It is appointed unto each a time to die."  One time.  Only one time.  And that death is only for the "earth suit" that we need to have to walk upon this planet.  Our true selves live on and, if we have accepted Jesus Christ as our Savior and Lord, will join Him in Heaven for eternity. 

Revelation 21:4 promises us that, "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."  Grief is something that we will leave behind.  It does not exist in Heaven.  Once there, we will never again experience the crushing blow of loss.  Our existence will be one of constant peace and joy.  What a promise!  

As you go through this week, I pray God's blessings will abound for you.  If you are in the process of grieving, I lift you up in prayer and ask for the Lord to hold you so tightly that you will be able to physically feel His arms around you.  If you do not know Jesus personally, then I pray for you too.  And my sincere hope is that you will know how temporary this world is and that you would long for the peace of His presence.

Daily Word of God - 1 John 3:18

1 John 3:18 New Living Translation (NLT)

Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.

Daily Word of God - Proverbs 2:8

Proverbs 2:8 New Living Translation (NLT)

He guards the paths of the just
    and protects those who are faithful to him.

Daily Word of God - Acts 2:38

Acts 2:38 New Living Translation (NLT)

Peter replied, "Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."

Prayer Request - Fires in California

Please keep those facing the fires in California. 13 dead as Wine Country fires burn at least 1,500 homes and businesses, force evacuations, close hospitals. More than 20,000 people have been evacuated. About 70,000 acres have been consumed by fire.

According to SFGATE.COM, a swarm of wildfires ripped through the North Bay on Monday, killing one resident, injuring scores of others, destroying hundreds of homes and businesses, and forcing tens of thousands to flee.

The blazes turned wide swaths of the Wine Country into wastelands of twisted metal and ash as firefighters sought to contain flames super-charged by powerful winds.

Daily Word of God - Psalm 42:1

Psalm 42:1 New Living Translation (NLT)

As the deer longs for streams of water,
    so I long for you, O God.

Daily Word of God - Ecclesiastes 11:7

Ecclesiastes 11:7 New Living Translation (NLT)

Light is sweet; how pleasant to see a new day dawning.

Daily Word of God - Psalm 46:5

Psalm 46:5 New Living Translation (NLT)

God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.
    From the very break of day, God will protect it.

Happy Clergy Appreciation Day!

Today is Clergy Appreciation Day. Honor those who shepherd us through life and faith by thanking them for their service and devotion.

Sunday Praise & Worship - Overcome Evil with Good

A week ago today, Christians around the world saw the face of evil in the acts of a lone gunman who rained bullets and terror upon a crowd of 22,000 people enjoying an outdoor concert in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stephen Paddock, for whatever reason, took on the mantel of evil and darkness by beginning his shooting spree at 10:05 PM. During his reign of terror, Paddock managed to kill 58 people and wounded 527 people. 

Instead of focusing on the tragedy, let us focus on the heroic acts of those who laid down their lives for others or provided help and assistance to those who lay dying or wounded. It is their acts of selfless service that we should use as our example of what it means to be good in the eyes of the Lord. By doing good to all those around us, we are able to overcome evil and show God’s love for the world. A love that came in the form of a small child who bore the sins of the world and died for each of us.

Daily Word of God - John 21:17

John 21:17 New Living Translation (NLT)

A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”

Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you.”

Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep."

Daily Word of God - Philippians 1:6

Philippians 1:6 New Living Translation (NLT)

And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.

Signs of Salvation - The Lord Disciplines Those He Loves

Whitesburg Christian Church
Whitesburg, GA 30185

"The Lord Disciplines Those He Loves"

Daily Word of God - Matthew 23:17

Matthew 23:17 New Living Translation (NLT)

Blind fools! Which is more important—the gold or the Temple that makes the gold sacred?

God Examines the Heart

Psalm 11:5 New Living Translation (NLT)

The Lord examines both the righteous and the wicked.
    He hates those who love violence.

Vengeance is Not Ours

Romans 12:19 New Living Translation (NLT)

19 Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say,

“I will take revenge;
    I will pay them back,”
    says the Lord.

The Lord is Always Close By

Psalm 34:18 New Living Translation (NLT)

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted;
    he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

Daily Word of God - 1 Timothy 1:5

1 Timothy 1:5 New Living Translation (NLT)

The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith.