For the past few weeks in our Sunday evening services we have been in the book of Acts as we consider the foundation of the church. In order to be a church of impact in our area we need to be fully devoted to the cause of Jesus Christ.
During this study we have focused on six key lifestyle areas which were clearly evident in the early church. These six values should be a part of Lawson Baptist Church as well. Based on Brian Bill's challenge to the Pontiac Bible Church, here is an overview of our IMPACT statement.
*Instruction in God's Word - we need to get the Word of God into our hearts and our heads.
*Mobilizing for Ministry - We are to use our God-given abilities for ministry.
*Praying with Faith - We are to pray earnestly and expect God to respond.
*Adoring God in Worship - We are to worship God reverently and with rejoicing hearts.
*Caring for other Believers - Show love for those around us by giving of ourselves and resources.
*Telling others the Gospel - Boldly tell others what Christ has done for us.
We are not called to be "Lone Rangers" as Christians. Like the church in Acts 2, we are created to be in community with others. God made us that way. We are called to go into the world to spread the Good News.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Slow Down!
Does life seem more hectic now than it did ten years ago...five years ago...even in the last year? More demand is being placed on our time and in order to keep pace we purchase every device offered to modern man. Cellular telephones, fax machines, and computers are the norm for the busy American. But they can sometimes be more trouble than they're worth.
It was reported that a businessman from the Ukraine bought every member of his staff their own pager. On his way back to the office to disperse the gifts, all 50 pagers were activated at the same time. The commotion frightened the man who promptly veered his automobile into a lamp post. Later, checking the message on the pagers he found "Congratulations on a successful purchase!" With the strains of daily life constantly pulling at us, it is difficult at times to find ourselves alone with God. We need to focus our attention every day on God and His word to give us direction as we face each day's challenges and opportunities.
It was reported that a businessman from the Ukraine bought every member of his staff their own pager. On his way back to the office to disperse the gifts, all 50 pagers were activated at the same time. The commotion frightened the man who promptly veered his automobile into a lamp post. Later, checking the message on the pagers he found "Congratulations on a successful purchase!" With the strains of daily life constantly pulling at us, it is difficult at times to find ourselves alone with God. We need to focus our attention every day on God and His word to give us direction as we face each day's challenges and opportunities.
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