Posted on October 31, 2007 by rayengland
Joey Smith, a deacon, a spiritual warrior, and a good friend, died yesterday. Much could be said about Joey’s life and his model for others. The greatest thing about Joey was his balance. Joey was disciplined in his family life, his finances, his church commitment, his work, his friendships, his recreation, and [...]
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Posted on October 30, 2007 by rayengland
I have always enjoyed the precision flying of the Blue Angels. It takes a lot of discipline to fly these difficult formations.
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and discipline. (Prov. 1:7)
I sometimes wonder if we cherish the same values held by past generations. For example, Proverbs 1:7 mentions [...]
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Posted on October 29, 2007 by rayengland
As we look at the characteristics of the Fruit of the Spirit, there are 7 goals that will help us toward a Christ-like character:
Read the Bible daily and memorize Scripture
Pray for “extended” times daily
Sacrificially turn from sin
Be consistent in Worship and Sunday School
Be a faithful Steward of what you have
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Posted on October 28, 2007 by rayengland
Last night Walt Barnes brought a great message based on the story of Shaddrach, Meshack, and Abednego. He spoke with strength and compassion. I pray that he speaks with holy fervor again today. Pray that God will accomplish all He wants in these services.
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Posted on October 27, 2007 by rayengland
Our Revival Services begin this evening at 7:00 with Walt Barnes. Brian picked him up last evening, and he is staying with one of our families. I look forward to meeting him at lunch and getting to know him.
I know you probably have a busy Saturday planned. Would you take some time and pray with [...]
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Posted on October 26, 2007 by rayengland
Weekend Revival
Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7:00 pm
Sunday, Oct. 28 at 8:31 am, 11:00 am, and 6:00 pm
Second Baptist Church
217 West Depot Street, Greenville, Kentucky
Walt Barnes. Evangelist
Walt served as camp pastor for a MissionFuge site this summer and does revivals across the USA.
Everyone Invited!
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Posted on October 25, 2007 by rayengland
Do you know any good people? I am privileged to be surrounded by good people both in our church and in our community. It is a joy to see people who honor Christ our Savior by living Christian lives. This week I have seen good people ministering to people in the hospital, encouraging the grieving [...]
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Posted on October 24, 2007 by rayengland
Have you had a child come say to you, “I don’t feel good!” You go into a hundred question exercise to find what is ailing them only to discover finally that something happened that is bothering them. They are not feeling good in their “feelings.”
What about us as adults? Are there times we don’t feel good [...]
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