(Youth) Psalm 46

Read Psalm 46 . There was a lot of chaos going on when this Psalm was written. Your life may not have the same kind of chaos-- tumbling into the sea and so on- but it probably does seem a little hectic from time to time.

Look again an verse 10 - The orders seem to be " Be still"

What does it look like for you to be still? Take a few minutes and try it . No music, no moving, no talking. Think of how God is your refuge and strength. It's hard to not let your mind wander, so say the verse again and again in your head. Try to listen to God. Write down and blog any comments that come to mind.


When you are done Read Psalm 46 once more, using it at the begininning of your prayer, and then specifically pray for God to help you overcome the factors that distract you from Him the most. ( Parents , this could be done by you as well)

Pastor Greg - We can discuss this on Wednesday .

Youth

I would like you to describe your relationship wih God right now!

Are you like a critic. a passive observer watching God from a distance?

Or a fan , cheering Him on but not getting personal?

Are you an acquantance, taking to God about shallow things?

Or are you a distant relative he sees only at Easter?

Are you a friend who visits once a week- or a best friend?

What is keeping you from moving closer?

Just answer these questions with one sentence or less!


Read 1 John 1:1-4, Please answer the ? " What does this passage say about Knowing God?

Check post tomorrow !! A prize awaits any person who responds twice!!!!

Mountain Tops and Flatlands:
It is so easy to prize the peaceful times of private, direct communion with God. The disciples of Jesus had such an experience on the Mount of Transfiguration (Luke 9:27-36). So satisfied with the feeling was Peter that he suggested building three tabernacles and staying on the mountain top – while the routine of life went on below. Peter either had not fully learned or temporarily forgot that life is not lived on spiritual mountain tops, but on the day-by-day flat lands below. On the other hand, daily routine is lived poorly by those who have spent little time with God on the mountain top. So, here’s the strategy for living on the flat lands – divert daily, withdraw weekly to the mountain top and meet with God. When that becomes routine, the flat lands begin to look more heavenly.
by Dr Crawford at Swbts

(Youth)

Read Luke 19:1-9

Questions,

1. " What were Zacchaeus' priorities and goals as a tax collector before he encountered Jesus?



2. What kinds of blessings did Jesus bring instead?


3. What kinds of blessings do you assume you wil get out of life ?


4. DREAM BIG-- what more might God want to give you?

If you have a chance 2-3 times this week before Awana look these (and other daily ?'s) over and answer. This will make our conversations better and help us grow close to God.

servantevangelism.com

Hey, if you have a chance, click on the link servantevangelism.com There is a article written called , " A dispatch in South Africa" What a great testimony to the power of a seed planted by giving something free. God really works when we seek to show His love.
Pastor Greg

Matthew 6

We will be taking a look at Matthew 6 this Sunday. If you have a chance, take a look . We will be answering the ? " What does Jesus say about Prayer" So Read, meditate, and ask God to improve your prayer life. What a blessing it is that we GET to spend time in the presence of God, and this is because He wants us there.

Pastor Greg

Holy Spirit

Oswald said today that, " The Holy Spirit can not be a guest in a house" What a profound statement. This was said in the context of Him invading our whole being. He changes us from the inside out and does so completely. Have you and ( I ) yielded to Him in such a way that we are completely transformed to what He wants? This is not a one time question, but a process we are involved in.

We should pray that we welcome the work of God's spirit in our lives daily, hourly ect.....