We are currently studying Systematic Theology, heading toward a study of the 1689 London Confession. This study has challenged me to really read the confession to see if in fact I agree with it. I'll see :)
I am struggling with the whole Sunday, day of rest thing. Here is an excerpt from the New Hampshire Confession of Faith, which is basically a condensed version of the 1689 London Confession of Faith...
Of the Christian Sabbath We believe that the first day of the week is the Lord's Day, or Christian Sabbath (78); and is to be kept sacred to religious purposes (79), by abstaining from all secular labor and sinful recreations (80); by the devout observance of all the means of grace, both private (81) and public (82); and by preparation for that rest that remaineth for the people of God (83).
I really, really struggle with this...
Monday, February 2, 2009
Sunday Service February 1st
We were warm for church and our bible study today, praise God! Jim brought a really good message to us. We had 5 in our morning service and 7 for our afternoon bible study. The sun was shining and we had a good time in the Lord.
Sunday Service January 25th COLD! COLD! COLD!
Today was the first day that we had 2 services. Our first service was at 11am. The heat had gone off and when Jim arrived at the church it was only 35 degrees in the building. He had went a little early to set up tables for our lunch and bible study. Good thing that the Lord directed him to arrive early. By the time the rest of us arrived, it was almost 60 degrees. Jim, myself, Reagan, Margie and Forest made up our small congregation. Margie and I brought lunch for everyone, and we ate and fellowshipped until it was time for our 2pm bible study. Amy and Donnie were able to join us for the study. By the time we left, the temperature was nearly 70 degrees...we are thankful for the Lord's abundant provision!
Sunday Service January 18th
We had a good time in the Lord today, the service was very good. We had 7 people in attendance. We are in the 3rd chapter of John and the message was very clear and convicting.
January 11, 2009 Service
We had a good service today with 5 in attendance. Numbers are small but we are praying that more from the community will start coming. It's getting closer and closer to the the date that we will be having two services on Sunday, probably on January 25th. For our second service we will be having a Bible study.
Monday, January 5, 2009
45 Things About Life
A friend sent this to me and it's really pretty good:
45 Things About Life
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. It's OK to get angry with God . He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. The most important organ is the brain.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness, except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
27. Always choose life.
28. Forgive everyone everything.
29. What other people think of you is none of your business.
30. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
32. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch. (Thank you friends!)
33. Believe in miracles.
34. God loves you because of whom God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
36. Growing old beats the alternative--dying young.
37. Your children get only one childhood. Make it memorable.
38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
42. The best is yet to come.
43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
44. Yield.
45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.
45 Things About Life
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. It's OK to get angry with God . He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. The most important organ is the brain.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness, except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
27. Always choose life.
28. Forgive everyone everything.
29. What other people think of you is none of your business.
30. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
32. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch. (Thank you friends!)
33. Believe in miracles.
34. God loves you because of whom God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
36. Growing old beats the alternative--dying young.
37. Your children get only one childhood. Make it memorable.
38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
42. The best is yet to come.
43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
44. Yield.
45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.
First Service of 2009!!!
We had 8 people in attendance today, which was pretty good. 3 of our regulars were away today, but we had 3 VISITORS!!!! YAH!!!!! God is so good!! We may soon be starting 2 services on Sunday. We will have our morning service at 11am and then at 2pm we will be having a bible study. Jim will be taking us through the 1689 Confession of Faith, with lessons on basic theology. The afternoon bible study will be very informal, with a lot of questions and answers.
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