The importance of the tongue-
Whatever is on our heart, whatever we think, and consider, whatever is in our own desires, will eventually be made known. How? some may say by the attitude with which we carry ourselves, others will say through the actions that we do, while these can be true- Jesus told us it was by our mouth.
"A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks (NKJV, Luke 6:45)."
"A good person produces good deeds from a good heart, and an evil person produces evil deeds from an evil heart. Whatever is in your heart determines what you say (NLT)."
"The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth what is evil; for his mouth speaks from that which fills his heart (NASB)."
Monday, September 27, 2010
NEW STUDY!!
Next week! There will be a verse by verse study through the book of James, at Panera bread off of Roosevelt/Route 17 (near Starbucks). Bring a notebook, a friend, and money for dinner (if you want to eat) and join the singles crew as Rockne takes you verse by verse through the entire Epistle of James in a casual setting for the next 6-8 weeks!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Questions....?
How would you explain the experience of God?
What 3 main elements would you say are essential to cultivate the atmosphere in experiencing God?
What 3 main elements would you say are essential to cultivate the atmosphere in experiencing God?
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Weekly Devotion Time
Change
A statement was made in tonight's Sunday sermon that made me think, "Our success depends on how we respond to change."
Boy did that hit me. I can truthfully say that I do not do well with change. But after he said that it has made me take a deeper look into my life.
There have been so many times in the past and even recently that change was brought to me and I did not respond to it well.
I think back at a situation wondering could it have turned out for my good? what if I just had patience and excepted the change? Could I have been effective in my life with victory if I embraced change?
There is going to be change everyday in my/our life. So embrace it, use it, don't let it take a hold of you and bring you down.
I know that after tonight I am going to try hard at not looking at change as something bad but look at it as a new opportunity that God has given me to better myself as a person and as a Christian. Just think if it was not for me asking Jesus into my heart and him CHANGING my life. Where would I be today?
Lord, I just want to thank you for changing my heart. For if it had not been for you not changing your mind and dying on the cross for me, I would not be where I am today. Thank You for helping me see that even if the change may hurt that it's good. Help me to be patient and embrace the changes that lay ahead of me in life. To know that no matter what happens, You never will change. When I need you, you are there, being the same you have always been. amen
A statement was made in tonight's Sunday sermon that made me think, "Our success depends on how we respond to change."
Boy did that hit me. I can truthfully say that I do not do well with change. But after he said that it has made me take a deeper look into my life.
There have been so many times in the past and even recently that change was brought to me and I did not respond to it well.
I think back at a situation wondering could it have turned out for my good? what if I just had patience and excepted the change? Could I have been effective in my life with victory if I embraced change?
There is going to be change everyday in my/our life. So embrace it, use it, don't let it take a hold of you and bring you down.
I know that after tonight I am going to try hard at not looking at change as something bad but look at it as a new opportunity that God has given me to better myself as a person and as a Christian. Just think if it was not for me asking Jesus into my heart and him CHANGING my life. Where would I be today?
Lord, I just want to thank you for changing my heart. For if it had not been for you not changing your mind and dying on the cross for me, I would not be where I am today. Thank You for helping me see that even if the change may hurt that it's good. Help me to be patient and embrace the changes that lay ahead of me in life. To know that no matter what happens, You never will change. When I need you, you are there, being the same you have always been. amen
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Singles Bowling!
BOWLING NIGHT!!!
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| FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th |
Ready, Set, BOWL!
Singles Bowling Night!
We will be meeting at King Pin's (Potters House)beginning at 7:30 p.m. and bowling starts at 8 p.m. The cost is only $5.00 per person and that includes 2 games AND shoe rental. If you are single with kids we would still love for you attend! We have reserved a lane for the kids so that they can enjoy themselves too. If you don't bowl you can still enjoy the fun for only $3.00 per person.
-If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Smith via email at
Jenn4ETAG@gmail.com or cell phone at 537-9611.
Jenn4ETAG@gmail.com or cell phone at 537-9611.
Bowling has been a fun time for all of us, we are creating and building lasting friendships and we would love for you to become a part of the ETAG Singles Family!
Monday, September 13, 2010
Weekly Devotion Time
You are invited to:
Show the Love of Jesus
Where: In your home, at school, in your work place, while you are out shopping.
Who: Family, Friends, Co-Workers, Neighbors, Strangers you come in contact with
How: By your actions and your words
Time: 24 / 7
Preparations: Pray, Fasting, and Reading the Word
Given By: Jesus Christ
John 13:34"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another."
Acts 1:8 8 "But when the Holy Spirit comes to you, you will receive power. You will be my witnesses—in Jerusalem, in all of Judea, in Samaria, and in every part of the world."
Jesus has given us these commandments and we should be living our daily life in following his commandments. Go out today show the love of Jesus and then invite someone else to Show the Love of Jesus...
How: By your actions and your words
Time: 24 / 7
Preparations: Pray, Fasting, and Reading the Word
Given By: Jesus Christ
John 13:34"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another."
Acts 1:8 8 "But when the Holy Spirit comes to you, you will receive power. You will be my witnesses—in Jerusalem, in all of Judea, in Samaria, and in every part of the world."
Jesus has given us these commandments and we should be living our daily life in following his commandments. Go out today show the love of Jesus and then invite someone else to Show the Love of Jesus...
Dear Lord,
Help us to never forget your commandments to us as Christians. To always share your love and life to the world around. Here in the city we live in, to family and friends around us and even if you call us to the nations. For us to always prays for the ones that we may never see and some how your gospel reaches then... and that all is done in your name....
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
September Singles Luncheon
Hey everyone! I just wanted to extend an invitation to you for our Singles Luncheon for this month. Our luncheons thus far have been amazing! It has been a great time for all of us to get to know each other and at the same time enjoy some delicious food. Each month we have been blessed with more new faces, and that is so very exciting.
This month we're having a "pot luck" in the ETAG Cafe immediately following the 10:45 service and we are breaking out our best dishes! I hope that you will be able to make it and even better bring a friend! If you are able to bring a side dish then please let me know so that we have an accurate menu and count and get ready to have great food and build friendships!
I hope to see you there!
This month we're having a "pot luck" in the ETAG Cafe immediately following the 10:45 service and we are breaking out our best dishes! I hope that you will be able to make it and even better bring a friend! If you are able to bring a side dish then please let me know so that we have an accurate menu and count and get ready to have great food and build friendships!
I hope to see you there!
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Weekly Devotion Time
What it's not
1Thessalonians 5:18
We have all at one time gone around complaining at what our life has set before us. Complaining about our job, no money, how our bodies might hurt and that we don't feel good. Wondering how much more can we take.
But let me ask you this, have you ever stopped and thanked God for what it's not?
This week I was challenged to thank God for what it was not. I never realized before now that what I was complaining about could have been more serious.
What it's not- is that we could be without a job, living on the streets with no home and food or lying in a hospital bed alone and dying.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (The Message) says "Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live."
God tells us to thank Him for everything no matter what state we may be in.
I challenge you and myself to let us take a step back and thank God for what it's not. Then you will see that in the mist of thanking and praising God for whats it's not is when He will come through and show up right were we need Him to be.
Dear God ,
I pray at this very moment that you will begin to remind us of what it's not. That no matter what life's challenges are that we will praise you. You have given so much to us already that there is no need to complain. Lord there are so many people out there that have only a little yet they know its so much and here we are questioning you. Lord forgive us for doubting you and for not seeing what you have placed in front of us. Thank you Lord for being so merciful to us when we can be so selfish. Give us a daily reminder of what it's not and of who you are..
Amen
1Thessalonians 5:18
We have all at one time gone around complaining at what our life has set before us. Complaining about our job, no money, how our bodies might hurt and that we don't feel good. Wondering how much more can we take.
But let me ask you this, have you ever stopped and thanked God for what it's not?
This week I was challenged to thank God for what it was not. I never realized before now that what I was complaining about could have been more serious.
What it's not- is that we could be without a job, living on the streets with no home and food or lying in a hospital bed alone and dying.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (The Message) says "Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live."
God tells us to thank Him for everything no matter what state we may be in.
I challenge you and myself to let us take a step back and thank God for what it's not. Then you will see that in the mist of thanking and praising God for whats it's not is when He will come through and show up right were we need Him to be.
Dear God ,
I pray at this very moment that you will begin to remind us of what it's not. That no matter what life's challenges are that we will praise you. You have given so much to us already that there is no need to complain. Lord there are so many people out there that have only a little yet they know its so much and here we are questioning you. Lord forgive us for doubting you and for not seeing what you have placed in front of us. Thank you Lord for being so merciful to us when we can be so selfish. Give us a daily reminder of what it's not and of who you are..
Amen
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