In January 2025, we will continue our daily, verse by verse personal devotion through the book of Acts.
We are asking God to saturate us in the power and boldness that comes from the Holy Spirit within us.
We pray that the Holy Spirit will wake us out of our sleep so we can rise and declare the Lord Jesus to all who will listen.
#ActsandAction
GOD IS KIND
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Acts is about what Jesus taught and how His teachings were demonstrated and carried on by the apostles and the disciples as
they moved from city to city, and from nation to nation with the gospel of Jesus. Acts clearly records what those teachings looked like
when put into practice in the daily lives of church leaders, church members, and those seeking a Savior. Acts shows both the reach and the awesome reality of the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ in action.
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The person who unifies this explosive narrative from beginning to end is Jesus Christ, appearing or acting through the Holy Spirit. In short, Acts could be called The Actions of Jesus and His Spirit.
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Take your time going through Acts for the first time, or going though Acts again. But this time, invest a more intentional mindset. Pray when you see something good that you also want God to do with and through your life. Be blessed and be transformed by Acts.
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New Bible Study series in Romans begins January 21, 2025 in Midweek service
( it's about Jesus and you)
Vision
VISION
Harvest of souls as far as we can reach with God's Word while keeping it sober, simple and compelling.
Use resources available to us to communicate the gospel and the new life in Jesus Christ
Present the truth of God's grace and God's deep love for people
Keep the focus on the local congregation while allowing the Holy Spirit to use us where other needs exist
A church that is Christ-centered, people-oriented, and need-sensitive in our programs and ministries.
A movement that reflects an open, sincere effort to remain relevant to each generation
A congregation that hungers and yearns for God, experiences the presence of God, and stands in awe of His holiness as He transforms believers into conformity
with Jesus Christ.
Mission
Communicate the powerful gospel of Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit
Matthew 28:19-20
19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
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The Eight Steps of Discipleship
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1. Be KIND to people.
Use everyday relationships to point people toward God.
“Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” Proverbs 16:24
2. Share your TESTIMONY.
You don’t have to have great words, just tell people what Jesus has done for you.
"The Samaritan woman left her water jar beside the well and ran back to the village, telling everyone, 'Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did! Could he possibly be the Messiah?' So the people came streaming from the village to see him." John 4:28-30
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3. INVITE people to church.
When you invite your friends, we will welcome them and present the gospel clearly.
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" Matthew 28:19
"I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord!" Psalm 122:1
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4. ATTEND weekly.
Regular church attendance is crucial to becoming a fully devoted follower of Christ.
"Not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:25
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5. SERVE consistently.
God is giving you an opportunity to be a part of something that He is doing. We want to help you find your calling.
"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace." 1 Peter 4:10
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6. Join a LifeGroup
We are better together. True life change happens in community with other believers.
"And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.” Acts 2:42-47
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7. GIVE generously.
Don't just give—we want you to love our ministry so much that you feel called to fund it. God loves a cheerful giver.
"The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency[b] in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
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8. Make SPIRITUAL DECISIONS.
Salvation, water baptism, and developing daily prayer and Bible reading time.
"And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15
”I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:1-2
