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Look for God in Works of Righteousness

11/30/2014

 
When Moses’ relationship with God was at it’s highest, he felt comfortable enough to ask God to show His face (Exodus 33:12-23). Moses was so in awe, that he didn’t realize what he asked was not possible. For God told Moses, “no man can view my face and live” (Exodus 33:20).

In 1 Timothy 6:16, the Apostle Paul writes, “God dwells in greatness so brilliant that no man can come (physically) near.” Philip, one of the Apostles, thought he could view the face of the Father, but he was rebuked by Christ (John 14:6-11). Jesus then taught Philip, that one could see the Father by observing and learning from wonderful works being done (John 14:8-9). The lesson for us is don’t look for the physical view of God, instead look for God in the works of righteousness. When you see a person living a holy life, you are seeing God though the works of that person (1 Peter 1:14-16). As for seeing Him as He really is, one must make it to heaven in order to experience that (1 John 3:2-3).
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Don't Be Obsessed with Money

11/23/2014

 
“Lay not up for yourself treasures on earth, where moth and rust occur and thieves break in and steal. Rather lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth, rust or thieves can take it away” (Matthew 6:19-20).

Jesus said the most important thing in life isn’t money, instead it’s doing the will of God (Acts 8:20; Luke 12:15). This past week a man lost his money to a robber, which proves money can be here today and gone tomorrow. We must not make money our main goal, but that doesn’t mean that we aren’t to be concerned about money. One should save for retirement, and one should use money for his needs and wants. But men go wrong when they develop no interest in God and live primary for money (1 Timothy 6:10,17; James 5:1-3). So money is great to have, and if you have some: use it! But don’t be obsessed with money because it cannot save our souls, nor can we take it along after death (1 Tim. 6:7).
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Pause and Give Thanks to the Lord

11/16/2014

 
Before you bite into that next sandwich or chow down on that splendid meal; pause and give thanks to the Lord (Acts 27:33-36; 1 Tim 4:3-5; John 6.10-11).

Far too many people just sit down and eat and never thank God for providing them the food they are about to push into their mouth. If we can get one person to start giving thanks before eating, we will consider our effort with this bulletin successful.
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Let Us See Each Other as God Sees Us

11/9/2014

 
It has been said “that others never see us as we see ourselves” and that is most likely true. However, it is indeed true the God doesn’t see us as we see ourselves. A person can declare himself alright; but be a abomination in the sight of God (Proverbs 14:12; Luke 16:15; Isaiah 55:8; Prov. 21:2; 1 Corinthians 10:5; Acts 8:21).

Cornelius was a man who thought of himself as being right, but God viewed him in completely different light (Acts 10:1-2,6,22,32-33; Acts 11:14). The best thing for anyone to do is read the Bible and practice what it teaches because this is the only way to make sure that God will view us in a positive way.
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Help Where You Can

11/2/2014

 
The world has many problems, and it needs people with plans to ease the horror. I didn’t say end the world’s woes, but take some of the bite out of the hardship. God wants human beings on a personal basis to do their part in helping their fellowman (Galatians 6:10).

It is very easy to hide behind the face of a company or some kind of entity and talk about the good we are doing. But what about rolling up one’s sleeves and doing the work oneself. If there is a hungry man in the street, don’t call the soup kitchen, feed the man yourself. If one needs help on the road, call the police or tow truck for them. Just let our deeds to have personal finger prints on the effort (Matthew 25:31-46). Therein the greatest blessings can be found (Acts 20:35).
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