FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Faithful Sayings
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came
into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief. – 1 Timothy 1:15
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Sister Tammy Phillips – May 10 – Class 06
Sister Gloria Turner – May 10 – Class 04
Sister Rosalind Rogers – May 12 – Class 09/10
Sister Lois Hodge – May 13 – Class 06
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Overview: Man born of a woman is of a few days and full of trouble. Questions about our mortality can bring on anxieties; however, God is always waiting for us to cast our burdens on Him. He is able to help us bear much fruit whether our days are brief or not. We can’t give up because we’re still on an assignment and it’s what we do for Christ that will last. We must never forget the great commission as ambassadors of Christ to spread the gospel everywhere we go.
Sometimes, the road of life may take us into territories that we can’t clearly see or understand, therefore, we must trust God and His Word to be a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our paths. Witnessing in this world today is a challenge and sometimes we may become weary and long to be in heaven. Instead, let’s praise God for abundant life and the joy that awaits us in eternity.
Remember, we don’t have to do this alone. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to live in us. We have the power to live godly lives and do what God want us to do throughout life’s journey.
Monday, May 8, 2017 – The Burden of Waiting – Psalm 90
Focus: Life uncertainties about our mortality can bring on anxieties. However, if we cast the burden of waiting on God, our brief lives can be made fruitful. Remember, what we do for Christ will last.
Scriptures: Romans 6:21-22; Romans 14: 7-9
Tuesday, May 9, 2017 – Too Good Not to Share – John 1:6-14
Focus: All Christians have been summoned to be an active participant to witness about the truth of Jesus to the world. Let’s share the gospel everywhere we go.
Scriptures: Mark 16:15; Matthew 28:18-20
Wednesday, May 10, 2017 – Unlighted Paths – Joshua 1:1-9
Focus: The road of life often takes us into territories that we can’t clearly see or understand. Therefore, we must trust God and His word to be a light unto our paths always.
Scriptures: Isaiah 46:16; Psalm 119:105
Thursday, May 11, 2017 – Singing with Violet – Philippians 1:21-26
Focus: Life may be so difficult that it causes us to long for heaven. We must praise God for abundant life that He gives us here as we await the ultimate joy in eternity.
Scriptures: Esther 4:15-16; Psalm 146:1-10
Friday, May 12, 2017 – The Advocate – John 16:7-15
Focus: Focus: We can rejoice that Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to live in us. Let’s allow Him to convict, help and empower us throughout life’s journey as we witness for Him.
Scriptures: 1st John 2:20-29
Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson – Sacrifice of Praise
Sunday’s lesson entitled “Praise in the Dark” sets the tone for this week’s study. The key verse is Hebrews 13:15, “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise – the fruit of lips that openly profess His name.”
This verse says that a sacrifice of praise is the fruit of lips that confess the name of Christ and it is to be offered continually. What a perfect meditation as we begin our study this week. The sacrifice of praise comes from a humble heart that has been purified by fire. It rises from a spirit that has chosen to honor God in spite of the pain that life is causing.
If praise comes through pain and suffering, it is a sacrifice of praise. This kind of praise pleases God. He knows it cost us to praise Him in the pain. He sees the trust we place in His sovereignty and He is pleased. Praise Him in the good times also is good, but the praise that cost is that much better to Him.
May God grant us the vision and grace that will enable us to praise His name during our hardship. We come to celebrate the sacrifice of praise. Jesus, you have called us out of darkness into your marvelous light to show forth your praise each morning. You are so worthy of our sacrifice and praise, worthy is the Lamb that was slain before the foundation of the world that the angels cried out holy, holy, Lord God Almighty.
We give you the glory, we give you the honor and we offer the Sacrifice of praise