November 6, 2024 “Don’t miss the forest for the trees.” - Made to be with Jesus. - Acts 4:1-22 I propose that the ultimate reason for our existence is to glorify God by being with Him and enjoying Him. First, what do you think about that statement? Second, if this statement is correct how does,… Continue reading Gather. Grow. Go Questions 11.6.24
"What’s stopping you?" Have you ever really wanted to do something but never actually carried it out? Like, a real desire to eat healthier. Or to read your Bible more or pray more. What is the reason we sometimes don’t accomplish the things we desire to do? It seems that the reason must be there… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 11/5/24
“Don’t miss the forest for the trees.” (With Jesus) "Don't miss the forest for the trees" is an idiom that means to not understand the larger picture of a situation or problem because you are only focusing on a few details. Is it possible that as a church we could become so focused on the individual… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 10/28/24
I encourage you to listen or re-listen to the past two Sunday’s messages in preparation for Gather, Grow, and Go. You can go to the website, http://www.livinghopeministriesny.com and click on the “listen to sermons” tab. The weekly reflections are there as well. What are your thoughts on the idea that there is a difference between… Continue reading Gather.Grow.Go Questions 10/23/24
Characteristics of a Disciple of Jesus On Sunday we gathered together to hear Phil Swartzentruber give us three characteristics of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. I will list those three characteristics along with a couple passages of scripture, and then suggest a few practical ways you as an individual and we… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 10/8/24
Identity: ADOPTED Identity Crisis Here is a simple definition of identity crisis, “A period of uncertainty or confusion in a person’s life.” Most recognize that there is a massive identity crisis in the world today, people who are uncertain or confused about who they are. However, is the church to quick to point out at… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 10/1/24
September 25, 2024 Gather Spend 5 to 10 minutes praying for any needs, concerns, or people in your group. Grow Identity: Who is God? A.W.Tozer said, “What comes into our mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Do you feel this is an accurate statement? Why or why not?… Continue reading Gather. Grow. Go Questions 9.25.24
Identity: Received not Achieved Things work best when they are used they way they were designed to be used. When we live how we were designed and created to live, in the identity we were given by God, and in the purpose given to us by God, we experience joy and peace, fellowship with God… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 9/24/24
Weekly Reflection – IDENTITY: Who is God? The Scriptures are clear; new believers need nurture and care to continue successfully in their new life. The Bible uses the words infant and child to describe new believers. They are dependent on others for help and sustenance, and need nurture and care. They need basic training and… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 9/17/24
More Than Good Intentions Good intentions vs intentionality. Good intentions reflect a person’s desires, beliefs, and objectives. Intentionality requires action, its intentional living. Our vision, our goal, our good intentions are to be a church full of disciples of Jesus who are making disciples of Jesus. But, me saying that numerous times every Sunday, and… Continue reading Weekly Reflection 9/10/24
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