FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Stay Obedient to God
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. – 2 Timothy 2:3 (KJV); (ESV)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Sister Beulah Hilliard – September 07 – Introduction Class
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***The Scriptures for this week’s lessons are taken from the English Standard Version (ESV)***
Overview: With the most mundane moments of our lives, we must devote ourselves to prayer. As we seek the omniscient power of God, through His providential care, He will keep His covenant and give us strength as He guides our steps through dangers seen and unseen.
Yes, there’s trouble everywhere, however, we can still enjoy a little bit of paradise in this present world because we have the peace of God. We also have the assurance that one day we will dwell in that place where there will be no more pain or sorrow. Jesus reminded us that He will make all things new.
In the meantime, when life circumstances cause us to fear, we must pour out our hearts to God. He will help us gain a fresh perspective and rely on His power to calm our hearts. We must trust God to guide our steps in this journey called life.
Keep in mind, God is calling love ones out of the earth every day, and we will grieve over our losses. However, God is faithful to send others to encourage and help us through these times of grief and grow together in His healing love.
In closing, whatever struggles we may have now, reflect on how God carried us through many nights and gave us joy in the mornings. Let’s praise and thank Him for healing and restoring us to a safe place in Him throughout this life and eternity.
Monday, September 4, 2017 – Stepping into Strength – 1 Chronicles 16:11-18, 28-36
Focus: We must devote ourselves to prayer, even with the most mundane moments. Be thankful as we seek God for strength and He will guide our steps.
Scriptures: Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 119:129-135
Tuesday, September 5, 2017 – A Little Bit of Paradise – Romans 8:18-23; Revelations 21:1-5
Focus: We can appreciate a little bit of paradise in this present time. However, we have the assurance that one day we will dwell in that place where God will make everything new.
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; 1 Peter 1:3-9
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 – Give It to God – 2 Kings 19:9-19
Focus: When fearful, we must pour out our hearts to God. He will help us gain His perspective and remind us of His power. God will calm our hearts as we trust Him to guide our steps.
Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 27:7-14
Thursday, September 7, 2017 – The Ministry of Mourning – Acts 7:54-8:2
Focus: As followers of Jesus, we don’t have to mourn the loss of our loved ones alone. God will send others to encourage us. Together, we will grow in God’s healing love.
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 1:4; Acts 9:36-41
Friday, September 8, 2017 – Carried Through – Psalm 30:1-12
Focus: Whatever our struggles are now, reflect on how God carried us through and into a safe place in the past. We must praise and thank Him for healing and restoring us and giving us eternal joy.
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18
Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson –
The Glory of God
The heavens declare the glory of God and we thank you for eyes to see.
All the beauty and the wonder God placed in the sky for you and me.
The glory of God is everywhere; it twinkles and shines all about.
It sparkles in the lives of those who wholeheartedly seek Him out.
We can find it in all of His goodness in the way He cares for you and me.
We can find it in His incredible blessing in the way He came to set us free.
We can find it in His tender mercy in the way He forgives and frees us all.
We can find it in His amazing grace in the way He will not let us fall.
So seek Him out with all your heart and mind let His presence shine on our face.
Experience daily His incredible glory and you will find His amazing grace.
Let your light shine for all to see. For the glory of the Lord rises to shine on you. — Isaiah 60:1 (ESV)