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We have been a friendly community church on the 67th Street Hill in Rutherford, PA, for over 100 years. Offering both traditional and contemporary worship. Listen to our Sunday sermons from Pastor Keith Blank and Ryan Martin.
Our Vision Statement: We purpose to make disciples of Christ by *providing a climate in which personal spiritual growth and worship occur, *by encouraging Christians to consecrate themselves to God's purpose in their lives, *by equipping believers for effective ministry to reach the Rutherford area and beyond, and* by attracting and leading the unsaved to Jesus.
Our Vision Statement: We purpose to make disciples of Christ by *providing a climate in which personal spiritual growth and worship occur, *by encouraging Christians to consecrate themselves to God's purpose in their lives, *by equipping believers for effective ministry to reach the Rutherford area and beyond, and* by attracting and leading the unsaved to Jesus.
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When we have been wronged, we all are faced
with a choice. We can demand justice, holding onto our
blame and demanding punishment and restitution from the
guilty party. Jesus says we need to choose mercy and the
path to forgiveness.
Can we know the heart of the Father? Why does it
matter? Because understanding what lies at God’s heart allows us
to move beyond blame and anger and doubt and mistrust. It
allows us to understand and trust Him—essentials in a
relationship
God wants to show us the reality that we can experience
together. Relationship is where and how we can realize the truth
and power and practicality of God’s promises to us. Relationship
is where we can move beyond “Why are you doing this to me?” In
the face of the brokenness that surrounds us, in spite of our pain
and suffering and problems, we can know God’s heart.
“How does God see me?” What kind of emotions
does that question stir up for you? Joy? Confusion? Doubt? Fear?
I’m afraid that for far too many of us, guilt and shame are strong
responses—even for those of us who know and follow God. When
we start thinking about God peering into our souls, we get a little
uneasy or downright paranoid.
It’s one of life’s biggest and hardest questions in
whatever form you ask it: Why does pain exist? Why does God let
bad things happen to good people? It can be the biggest hurdle
for some people to experience relationship with God, and it can
be the type of question that really rocks our faith.
James wants his people to see how valuable prayer
really is. To see clearly how indispensable it is. It’s not just a time
to log in a few moments and move on to the next task. It’s an
expression of our love and our dependence upon the God who
heals us. It’s the very essence of life as a Christian.
What kind of pressure or trial, stress, or problem are
you facing in which you need to exercise patience and
perseverance? How are you responding to it? Are you willing to
wait? Are you acting when God is saying "Wait"? Are you
demonstrating patient perseverance in the midst of your
problem?
We all have a choice: We can spend our life longing for
worldly wealth or we can recognize the greatest treasure any
person can possess is a relationship with Jesus Christ. If God has
given you earthly treasure, use your earthly treasure for the
exaltation of Christ.
Even though we all know that we are born to
die, we often lose track of the important things in life.
Today James talks to us about setting priorities.
Murder, strife, envy, and pride. All these character
flaws are all a part of today’s sermon. Righteous living as a
church begins with righteous lives of our members.
James told us in the previous chapter about how we praise God
and curse man with the same mouth. These words all come from
thoughts within. They come from our desires. Our desires, not
God’s will.
: The tongue is a double-edged sword. Arguments and
wars have been started by words of misunderstanding. This
week, in James 3 we read about being held responsible for what
we teach and the words we say. Here James teaches us that true
wisdom has many characteristics.
We need to show our faith by what we do, not just
simply put lip service to it. It is easy just to say, “yes I believe”,
but it’s harder to prove it. Strive to prove your faith by your
actions.
Pride, prejudice and discrimination, three things
that you would not expect to find in church but you do.
Lets see how and what we can do about it.
What is one of the most common complaints
among spouses in today’s marriages? I read a People
magazine article and the number one complaint is
communication. Women say men don’t understand or
listen and men say that women don’t understand
us…Today we see what James says…
: Last week, I introduced you to James, brother of Jesus, one of
the most influential people of the bible. Today we start the process of
digging deeper into the Book that God had him contribute to the Bible.
When Peter and Paul sought wisdom and guidance in the growth of the
early church, they both came to this man. James begins his letter, showing
us why.
James’ passion for Christ pours out over the words
that he uses. He has the passion of a sincere Jewish
Christian and may well be called the Amos (after the
prophet) of the new covenant. His letter is thick with
pastoral encouragement, and pastoral rebuke. Over the
next several weeks, we will discover it!
There is nothing casual, convenient, or comfortable
about true discipleship. There is a denial you must embrace. How
in the world do we do that? Jesus is telling us that we can no
longer be the center of our lives. Remember what Paul said, "You
are not your own; you are bought with a price."
God’s promises to Jacob in the desert are like the
promises He made to us. Like Jacob, God has promised us his
PRESENCE, a permanent PLACE and PROTECTION. We PERFECT
his promise when we respond by trusting Him.
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