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Some thoughts from Spurgeon on Philippians 1:21

// January 7th, 2010 // No Comments » // News

“For me to live is Christ.”—Philippians 1:21.

The believer did not always live to Christ. He began to do so when God the Holy Spirit convinced him of sin, and when by grace he was brought to see the dying Saviour making a propitiation for his guilt. From the moment of the new and celestial birth the man begins to live to Christ. Jesus is to believers the one pearl of great price, for whom we are willing to part with all that we have. He has so completely won our love, that it beats alone for Him; to His glory we would live, and in defence of His gospel we would die; He is the pattern of our life, and the model after which we would sculpture our character. Paul’s words mean more than most men think; they imply that the aim and end of his life was Christ—nay, his life itself was Jesus. In the words of an ancient saint, he did eat, and drink, and sleep eternal life. Jesus was his very breath, the soul of his soul, the heart of his heart, the life of his life. Can you say, as a professing Christian, that you live up to this idea? Can you honestly say that for you to live is Christ? Your business—are you doing it for Christ? Is it not done for self-aggrandizement and for family advantage? Do you ask, “Is that a mean reason?” For the Christian it is. He professes to live for Christ; how can he live for another object without committing a spiritual adultery? Many there are who carry out this principle in some measure; but who is there that dare say that he hath lived wholly for Christ as the apostle did? Yet, this alone is the true life of a Christian—its source, its sustenance, its fashion, its end, all gathered up in one word—Christ Jesus. Lord, accept me; I here present myself, praying to live only in Thee and to Thee. Let me be as the bullock which stands between the plough and the altar, to work or to be sacrificed; and let my motto be, “Ready for either.”

Jude 1:17-25

// December 8th, 2009 // No Comments » // Devotional

But you must remember, beloved, the predictions of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ.
They said to you, “In the last time there will be scoffers, following their own ungodly passions.”
It is these who cause divisions, worldly people, devoid of the Spirit.
But you, beloved, build yourselves up in your most holy faith; pray in the Holy Spirit;
keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.
And have mercy on those who doubt;
save others by snatching them out of the fire; to others show mercy with fear, hating even the garment stained by the flesh.
Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of his glory with great joy,
to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen.

Jude 1:17-25

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

// September 25th, 2009 // No Comments » // Devotional

What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer.

Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged; take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness; take it to the Lord in prayer.

Are we weak and heavy laden, cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge, take it to the Lord in prayer.
Do your friends despise, forsake you? Take it to the Lord in prayer!
In His arms He’ll take and shield you; you will find a solace there.

Blessed Savior, Thou hast promised Thou wilt all our burdens bear
May we ever, Lord, be bringing all to Thee in earnest prayer.
Soon in glory bright unclouded there will be no need for prayer
Rapture, praise and endless worship will be our sweet portion there.

God is Good!

// August 21st, 2009 // No Comments » // Devotional

The steps of the godly are directed by the Lord.
He delights in every detail of their lives.
Though they stumble, they will not fall,
for the Lord holds them by the hand.
Psalm 37:23-24 NLT

I was blessed by this verse this morning and thought I would share it with you!

Psalm 37:1-11

// August 20th, 2009 // No Comments » // Devotional

Don’t worry about the wicked
or envy those who do wrong.
For like grass, they soon fade away.
Like spring flowers, they soon wither.

Trust in the Lord and do good.
Then you will live safely in the land and prosper.
Take delight in the Lord,
and he will give you your heart’s desires.

Commit everything you do to the Lord.
Trust him, and he will help you.
He will make your innocence radiate like the dawn,
and the justice of your cause will shine like the noonday sun.

Be still in the presence of the Lord,
and wait patiently for him to act.
Don’t worry about evil people who prosper
or fret about their wicked schemes.

Stop being angry!
Turn from your rage!
Do not lose your temper—
it only leads to harm.
For the wicked will be destroyed,
but those who trust in the Lord will possess the land.

Soon the wicked will disappear.
Though you look for them, they will be gone.
The lowly will possess the land
and will live in peace and prosperity.

Coming Soon: “Fatted Calf” !!!

// May 1st, 2009 // 2 Comments » // Announcements/Events

“But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant” Matthew 23:11

It’s BBQ time! Believe it or not, summer is just around the corner.  We @ North Country Youth have a great opportunity to serve our body & have a blast while doing it!  This summer the high school youth are going to put on a BBQ for our entire church on Sunday mornings. We will be serving them hot dogs and hamburgers at no charge! (donations)

This year we decide to hold this event twice a month… on the 2nd and 4th Sundays throughout the summer & we will need your help in many areas including:

Friday night, after youth group… prep work

Sunday morning, before first service, between services, and after second service.

Please evaluate your schedule so that you can commit to helping in these time slots.  Thanks for your servants hearts! See Ya tonight!

“Verse of the day” (looking for shelter)

// April 30th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Devotional

Sometimes we feel vulnerable, beat down, and discouraged. It seems the hits just keep on coming. Or, maybe we are simply overwhelmed with all that is going on around us.

God’s offers you and me a place of rest & security. Let’s make it our priority to look to Him everyday, to spend time in His Word, and to trust in His promises.

Consider… Proverbs 30:5

“Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him”

“Verse of the day”

// April 29th, 2009 // No Comments » // Devotional

“The Lord is you keeper; the Lord is your shade at your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day , nor the moon by night… the Lord shall preserve you from all evil; he shall preserve your soul… the Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and forevermore.”

Psalm 121:5-8

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// April 16th, 2009 // 2 Comments » // Announcements/Events

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