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Keep an Eye on Your Flock

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  Scripture Reading: Proverbs 27:23-27 (NIV) "Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds; for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations. When the hay is removed and new growth appears and the grasses from the hills are gathered in, the lambs will provide you with clothing, and the goats with the price of a field. You will have plenty of goat's milk to feed your family and to nourish your female servants." Devotional Thought: In a quaint village nestled among rolling hills, there was a seasoned shepherd named Elias. Known for his wisdom and diligence, Elias was respected by all for his unwavering commitment to his flock. His sheep were not only a source of sustenance but also a symbol of his lifelong stewardship. One crisp autumn morning, Elias noticed that the hills were covered in a fresh layer of grass, signaling a change in the season. While the village was abuzz with preparations for the harves

Leadership One Lesson Plan (Jessica)

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You can edit and plan accordingly.  Do not get tied with this suggestion, but go with it as far as the Lord lets you. Praying for you.   Lesson Plan: Leadership Skills for At-Risk 7th and 8th Grade Students Subject: Leadership Grade: 7th and 8th Grade Duration: 90 minutes Objective: Students will understand basic leadership qualities, practice leadership skills, and build confidence through interactive activities, discussions, and ice breakers. Lesson Outline 1. Welcome and Introduction (10 minutes) Greeting and Overview: Welcome students and outline the lesson objectives: understanding what it means to be a leader and practicing leadership skills. Explain that leadership is about influencing and inspiring others positively. Ice Breaker #1: "Leadership Bingo" (10 minutes) Create bingo cards with leadership qualities (e.g., "helpful," "responsible," "motivated"). Students interact with each other to find peers who exhibit these qualities and ma

How Do We Plan So Our Dreams Come True

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Our lives are a field of dreams.  When we were young, we had ambitions.  As a student we dreamed to excel.  As a worker we dare to climb the next position.  As a family person, we pray that our children will do better than us.  We dream, we secure but many times, we long for more.  But what do you do when your time is short and your breath seems come to an end?  Keep dreaming.  Why?  Because we serve a transcendent God and our dreams can live on.  King David realized that his time is short but he desired to build a temple for the Lord.  Here are few things we can learn from him in 2 Chronicles 22. He defined his dream, 22:1 He recognized his hesitations, 22:5 He listened to God, 22:8 He discipled and trained, 22:11 He provided and planned, 22:14 He broadened his network, 22:18 His dream may have not been seen during his lifetime, but he took the steps to secure a future.  While we recognize you can only do as much, trust in God who can bring things to pass.  Wherever you are in your st

Memory Verses for 2024

Sun, February 25, 2024 1 John 1:9 - If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Revelations 3:20, Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.  Sun, March 3, 2024 Psalm 51:3-4,  For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.  4 Against you, you only, have I sinned  and done what is evil in your sight; so you are right in your verdict,  and justified when you judge 1 John 1:9,  If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.  Sun, March 10, 2024 John 14:6 -   Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life, no man comes to the Father except through me” Psalm 51:10-12, 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. 11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. 12 Restore u

1 Kings 17-19

God Takes Care of His Prophet 1 Kings 17-19 God gave His Word to Elijah / The Miracle of Drought (17:1) God gave food To Elijah / Birds Fed Elijah (17:2-5) God gave community to Elijah / The Challenge to the Widow (17:7-24) God gave His Word to Elijah / The Miracle of Rain (18:1-15) God gave courage to Elijah / The battle on Mount Carmel (18:16-46) God pursues Elijah / Elijah runs for his life (19:1-9) God Presents Himself to Elijah / Elijah hears from God (19:10-18) God Replaces Elijah / Call of Elisha (19:19-21)

Creating a Rhythm For Your Spiritual Life

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 Finishing well is an important trait of a believer.   Matt. 24:13-14,  13 but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. Matthew 10:22, And you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. James 1:12 ESV,  Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. Christians are to be called to be productive, to be persistent, and to be consistent.  Matthew 13:23 But the seed falling on good soil refers to someone who hears the word and understands it. This is the one who produces a crop, yielding a hundred, sixty, or thirty times what was sown.” James 1:12 (NIV) “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord

Mission Plan for Summer, 2024

Mission Endeavor Proposal Subject to God's Spirit and His Will Matthew 28:19-20 Date: June, 2023 Goal:  To send forth short-term missionaries from churches to impact the lostness and encourage the disciples in Japan and Philippines.  Concept:  The goal of this mission is not to a one-sweep, do-all approach to missions but rather, segments where God's people can chose to participate.    Segment #1:  Japan Partner with Joshua Long / Scott Bradford (IMB Tokyo Team) Segment # 2: Philippines, Nueva Ecija Segment # 3: Philippines, Manila Music Festival Segment # 4-5:  Philippines, Antique & Philippines,  Segment # 6:  Philippines, Zamboanga City Zamboanga City Malangas City Liloy City