by George | Jul 13, 2020 | Community News, Newsletter
Where is God?
“Then he took the mantle of Elijah that had fallen from him, and struck the water, and said, “Where is the LORD God of Elijah?” And when he also had struck the water, it was divided this way and that; and Elisha crossed over.”
II Kings 2:14
When you consider all that is going on in the world, do you wonder sometimes where God is?
Why has He allowed all this to happen? We don’t understand…
But remember…
God has not changed.
“Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.”
Psalm 90:2
Our responsibility is to pray without ceasing. (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
Let’s agree in prayer every day for an end to the Corona Virus, peace in our land, and most of all that hearts will turn back to the Lord. Believe that God will answer in His time and way.
Community Church Ministry has been going back into the neighborhoods, prayerfully and carefully.
The July community dinner schedule is a little lighter this year.
We went to Darlington MHP on the 2nd and Dutch Gardens MHP on the 9th.
Coming up, we will be at Pine Village MHP on the 16th and Callier Forest Apts on the 20th. (6:30 each night.)
We are wearing masks, and trying to keep folks spread out.
Please pray that we will be successful in sharing God’s love and for our team.
As always, you are welcome to come along side us.
Also, if we can help you reach your neighborhood, please let us know. —
Blessings!
Pastor George Nix
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by George | Jul 8, 2020 | Community News, Devotional, Newsletter
Keep Your Eyes on the Goal
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”
Romans 8:18
I met a man named David today. He has a tumor on his esophagus and is undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments for it. He can’t swallow. A feeding tube is the only way for him to get nutrition.
But, he said he’s near the end of his treatments. David has a simple goal once this is over. To eat a tomato sandwich.
He has his mind fixed on the goal. Throughout this ordeal, I’m sure he’s had times when he felt like quitting. But he hasn’t.
David continues to imagine how delicious that tomato sandwich will taste.
Paul didn’t keep his eyes on his present sufferings which included beatings, imprisonment etc. He kept his eyes on Jesus, who patiently endured His suffering.
“looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:2
“For the joy that was set before Him…”
Jesus stayed focused on the goal of being reunited with the Father, and the inexpressible joy that awaited Him.
Paul also kept this in mind.
“But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.””
I Corinthians 2:9
One day these sufferings will be over. Though we can’t fully comprehend how wonderful it will be, it helps to keep your mind focused On Jesus and on eternity with God.
Don’t give up.
Keep your eyes on the goal!
by George | Jul 1, 2020 | Community News, Devotional, Newsletter
In the Morning
“My voice You shall hear in the morning, O LORD; In the morning I will direct it to You, And I will look up.”
Psalms 5:3
There’s something to be said of rising early, while it’s quiet, before everyone else gets up.
If I linger in bed, and wait for the absolute last minute to get up, I risk not having time for the most important thing. Being quiet, and listening to God’s still small voice.
My personal preference is to start out with the Lord’s prayer. Not merely repeating the words, but trying to make it heartfelt. It focuses my attention on God.
Remember the first part?
“In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.”
Matthew 6:9-10
We are praising God, putting Him first. Then we say in essence, “Not my will, but yours be done.”
Like you, I struggle to get out of bed sometimes, but I firmly believe that if we put God first, He will bless our efforts.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”
Matthew 6:33
Give it a try!
