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What a meaningful morning of worship together at Little Flock as Pastor Nate continued our journey through Romans 9 and reminded us of a powerful truth:Do you believe the promise?God's family is not defined by who we know, what we've done, or the effort we bring. It is defined by His sovereign grace and His unfailing promise to save.In Romans 9, the Apostle Paul points us to the reality that salvation doesn't come through lineage, personal effort, or merit. It comes through God's promise alone. Just as God brought life to Sarah's barren womb, He brings spiritual life where there was once only death. And just as He chose Jacob before he was even born, God is still actively drawing people to Himself today—perhaps even someone in your life.The beautiful truth of the gospel is this:God doesn't wait for us to seek Him—He seeks us.He is calling, wooing, and drawing people to salvation even now.So how should we respond?We live lives marked by holiness and godliness, and we share the hope of Jesus with the people around us. Our witness isn't about perfection—it's about humble obedience and a life transformed by Christ.God is still building His kingdom. He is patient, not wanting any to perish.The question for each of us is simple:Will we join Him in reaching the lost?#GodsPromise #Romans9 #SalvationByGrace #LittleFlock #LiveHoly

The Promises of God's WordToday Pastor Nate walked us through Romans 9:1–8 and reminded us of a powerful truth: God's Word never fails to accomplish God's will.In this passage, we see the deep anguish of the Apostle Paul for his fellow Israelites who had rejected Christ. Though many had turned away, Paul makes something clear in verse 6 — “It is not as though the word of God has failed.” What may look like failure to us is never failure in the purposes of God.Pastor Nate emphasized:• God's promises are not dependent on heritage or human effort.Being born into the right family or possessing spiritual privileges does not guarantee salvation.• God's promises are fulfilled according to His sovereign plan.Through the example of Isaac, Paul shows that God works through His promise, not merely physical descent.• God's Word always accomplishes exactly what He intends.Even when people reject Him, even when circumstances seem unclear, God remains faithful to His covenant and His purposes.We were challenged to trust the reliability of Scripture, rest in the faithfulness of God, and remember that His promises stand firm across generations.When God speaks, He fulfills. His Word never returns empty.

Pastor Nate walked us through Romans 9 and Acts 9, showing us the deep heartbreak the Apostle Paul carried for those who had not yet placed their faith in Jesus. His sorrow for the lost wasn't temporary or emotional—it was Spirit-led, rooted in a life that had been radically changed by Christ.We were reminded that:➡️ When Jesus saves us, He transforms us.➡️ God often uses obedient people—like Ananias—to reach others.➡️ Eternity matters. Jesus spoke clearly about salvation, judgment, and His mission to seek and save the lost.➡️ Our Heavenly Father's love is radical and compassionate, just like in the story of the Prodigal Son.If you've never experienced new life in Christ, today is the day to turn to Him, repent, believe, and receive His forgiveness and grace.Let's be a church that carries God's heart for the lost and boldly shares the hope we've been given.

Romans 9:1–5 | Pastor NateIn today's message, Pastor Nate walked us through Romans 9:1–5 and revealed the deep compassion in Paul's heart for those who had not yet come to know Christ.Paul speaks with honesty and sincerity as he shares his great sorrow and continual anguish for his own people. His love is so strong that he would be willing to suffer personally if it meant others could experience salvation. This powerful example reminds us what Christ-like love truly looks like.Paul also points to the many blessings God gave to Israel — adoption, glory, covenants, worship, promises, and even the lineage of Jesus Himself — yet many still missed recognizing the Messiah.Pastor Nate challenged us to reflect on our own hearts. Do we carry that same burden for the lost? Do we pray faithfully, love intentionally, and share boldly?May we grow in compassion, trust God's promises, and remain committed to pointing others to the hope found in Jesus.

This Sunday, as we gathered virtually due to the winter storm, Pastor Nate encouraged our church family with a timely message from Philippians 4:4–9. Even in disrupted circumstances, we were reminded that God's Word remains steady and speaks clearly into our everyday lives.Pastor Nate challenged us to build a pathway to gospel-centered thinking, a deliberate way of shaping our thoughts and responses as we navigate daily rhythms and unexpected trials. From this passage, he highlighted six guiding words that help anchor our hearts and minds in Christ:Joy – Choosing to rejoice in the Lord, not based on circumstances, but on who He is.Trust – Resting in God's faithfulness and sovereignty, even when situations feel uncertain.Prayer – Bringing every concern to God with gratitude, trusting Him to meet us there.Peace – Experiencing the guarding peace of God that surpasses understanding.Focus – Intentionally setting our minds on what is true, honorable, right, pure, and praiseworthy.Practice – Living out what we have learned and received, allowing our faith to be active and visible.This devotional reminded us that gospel-centered thinking does not happen by accident—it is formed through daily choices to rejoice, pray, think rightly, and faithfully walk with the Lord. Even while physically apart, we were encouraged to remain spiritually grounded, trusting God to guide us with His peace as we put these truths into practice.

In Week 3 of It's Time To Grow, Dr. Stan encouraged us to explore our spiritual gifts with humility and obedience, allowing the Spirit to guide how we serve and live on mission. When our desire is aligned with God's purpose, our lives become a testimony of His grace and power.As you reflect today, consider this question:Have you dedicated your life to the right purpose?

In Week 2 of It's Time To Grow, Pastor Nate walks us through Hebrews 10:19–25 and reminds us that spiritual growth was never meant to happen in isolation. God designed us to grow in faith within the context of community; encouraging one another, stirring one another toward love and good works, and faithfully gathering together as the body of Christ.“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together… but encouraging one another.”— Hebrews 10:24–25 (ESV)This message calls us to examine how we are engaging with the church family and challenges us to move from simply attending to actively belonging. As we draw near to God, hold fast to hope, and walk alongside one another, we experience the kind of growth God intends for His people.Listen to this full message and other past messages on our website and be encouraged to grow—together.https://littleflock.com/messages/

This Sunday, Pastor Nate encouraged us from Proverbs as we reflected on what God wants us to be in 2026. We were also encouraged to ask God, “What do You want me to become?” Wisdom is not simply knowing something, but knowing how to apply it in our lives.