The True Gospel

BIBLE MEDITATION: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God.” Ephesians 2:8 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT: How can you tell whether or not you have the true gospel? Paul gives you three tests. First, the source of the gospel. Where did it come from? God gave it. It is direct and divine revelation. The gospel is authenticated by its source. Secondly, by its salvation. Any gospel that is not the gospel of grace is not the true gospel. You can’t beg it. You can’t buy it. You can’t borrow it. You can’t steal it. You can’t earn it. It was bought by Christ on the cross. It is the supernatural work of God. The third test is its subject. It is the grace of Christ. Jesus is the subject. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is all about Jesus. ACTION POINT: Take an hour or two this week and find the prophecies about Jesus in the book of Isaiah. Take comfort in knowing that Jesus is the One Who was, Who is, and Who is to come! Devotions taken from the messages of Adrian Rogers.   © 2011 Love Worth Finding Ministries | PO Box 38300 - Memphis, TN 38183-0300

Expressing Our Praise To The Lord

BIBLE MEDITATION: “I rejoice at Thy Word.” Psalm 119:162 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT: There’s nothing wrong with getting excited in church. I heard about a man who came to a cold church. The preacher said something he agreed with and he said, “Amen.” Everybody turned around and looked at him. After awhile he said, “Praise the Lord.” Then people arched their eyebrows. Next time he said “Amen” an usher tapped him on the shoulder to quiet him down. The usher said, “What is wrong with you?” He said, “Well, nothing. I’ve just got religion.” To which the usher curtly replied, “Well, mister, you didn’t get it here.”    It’s easier to cool down a zealot than it is to warm up a corpse. ACTION POINT: What does it mean to make a joyful noise unto the Lord? How do you make a joyful noise to Him . . . not just on Sundays in church, but all week long? Sing one of your favorite hymns throughout the day today. Devotions taken from the messages of Adrian Rogers. © 2011 Love Worth Finding Ministries | PO Box 38300 - Memphis, TN 38183-0300

The First Step To Setting Things Right

BIBLE MEDITATION:
“With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
The Lord Jesus said, “Moreover if thy brother trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault” (Matthew 18:15).

You say, “He’s the one that did wrong. If he wants forgiveness let him come and ask for it.”

But Jesus said, “No, you go to him.” Whether you are in the right or whether you are in the wrong, as a child of God, you are to go to that individual.

Isn’t that what God did in the Garden of Eden? Adam and Eve sinned against God and the Bible tells us that God came looking for them: “Adam, where art thou?” That was not the voice of a detective. That was the voice of a God Who pursues us to forgive us.

ACTION POINT:
Stop right now and ask God to show you if you have an unforgiving spirit toward someone. Then, in His power and strength, call that person and ask his/her forgiveness. It’s going to be impossible in your strength, but remember, God does the impossible.

Faith Without Works Is Dead

Faith Without Works Is Dead

BIBLE MEDITATION:
  “For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.” James 2:26

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
When you ask God for something, do you just sit back and do nothing and say, “Well, I’m going to show my faith by doing nothing.” To the contrary, you will show your faith by doing something.

For faith without works is what? Dead! (see James 2:20) Do you want a house? Pray for it. Then say “Amen” with a hammer and saw. Do you want a wife? Pray for one. Then go shave, put on some cologne, learn some manners, and learn how to be thoughtful and loving.

ACTION POINT:
What have you been praying earnestly about the last week? What is your heart’s desire? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you how you can put feet to that prayer. Then, walk the talk!

Borrowed from the Love Worth Finding Ministry

Happy New Year 2012

Happy New Year! This is going to be a wonderful year, filled with Blessings from our Lord. But before we get into the year, let's take a moment to remember the Christmas season of last year

We had singing by Sister Devria

      Pastor Bishop and Sister Izabell performed a duet.

Sister Opal sang              

The young people had a lovely Nativity Story 

With a wonderful angelic finale....











There were other performances celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, poem and Bible readings and thoughtful prayers for a prosperous and loving New Year for all.

Now that we've begun a new year, won't you join us? Services are Sunday 10 AM Sunday School, 11 AM Worship Services followed by Evening Service at 6 PM. Our mid week service is Thursday at 6 PM.

We're a small, friendly family church and we'd love to have you join us.

For more information, call Reverend Dr. Bishop at 313-292-8163