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VerseD: Romans 15:5

May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus

Romans 15:5, ESV

Just the name of God can save us, and in Christ even our relationships are redeemed. Let us be thankful for the encouragement and love of the Church in Christ.

VerseD: John 1:14

And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

John 1:14, ESV

Just the name of God is enough to save us, and at His word we are saved. Trust in the Word made flesh, this Jesus who came to save us, giving thanks for His grace and truth.

This Sunday at Church: Give an Evangelistic Pamphlet to someone

Our little church keeps several pamphlets on our welcome table (we need to get some more!) Every several weeks, I have someone ask me questions about some of the points these bring up, even from regular attenders. While these pamphlets are not really “my thing” personally, I still appreciate the value they bring to helping connect people to truth.

Daniel

This Sunday at Church: Give an Evangelistic Pamphlet to someone.

This Sunday at Church: Give an Evangelistic Pamphlet to someone

VerseD: Proverbs 18:10

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.

Proverbs 18:10, ESV

Just the name of God is enough to guard and save us. Call on God to redeem and comfort your soul, and trust Him with every part of your day and life, thanking Him for His grace and strength.

VerseD: Isaiah 9:2

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone.

Isaiah 9:2, ESV

Trust God. This world is a dark, confusing place, but He came to us in the Person of Jesus to shine His light, give us hope, and send us out in the power of the Holy Spirit to shine His light for others.

VerseD: John 15:12

“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.”

John 15:12, ESV

Trust God. Trusting God looks like loving the Church, even when she mistreats Her own. Love them with Christ’s love.

VerseD: Matthew 5:9

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”

Matthew 5:9, ESV

Trust God. Even when the world is crazy, He moves through us to bring His peace and salvation.

VerseD: Proverbs 11:25

Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.

Proverbs 11:25, ESV

God encourages us through the Church, sending us and empowering us to spread the gospel and train up the Church in godliness. Let us bless the world with the love and faithfulness of Christ.

VerseD: Mark 4:39

And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.

Mark 4:39, ESV

Jesus is God, controlling all of creation, and He has put His Spirit in His Church. We can encourage and strengthen each other in His power, knowing the same power that created and calms nature can affect our lives through the Church.

VerseD: Philippians 2:3

Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.

Philippians 2:3, ESV

We are called to unity in Christ, and it starts with looking out for each other’s needs before our own, just as Christ put our need for salvation over His own rights as God.