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Sermon: Genesis 14 Worship & Praise: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms, You Never Let Go, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus, Lord I Need You

Sermon: Genesis 14 Worship & Praise: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms, You Never Let Go, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus, Lord I Need You

FLORIDA TRIP 2025 Monday, May 26, 2025 Girls Seminar --- CREDITS: YouTube @visionvideo - Revelation Media, Pilgrim's Progress - Episode 8: Salvation Hill, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIjpNZeDs0M Director: Robert Fernandez Starring: John Rhys-Davies, Ben Price, Kristyn Getty, David Thorpe Executive Producer: Steve Cleary YouTube @jessraymusic - Jess Ray: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4FFJ7_nwyA

Join us for our midweek study through the Old Testament book of Deuteronomy.

This podcast features the songs "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" (Golden State Baptist College) and "I Will Glory in the Cross" (Golden State Baptist College) as well as part 2 of the message called "Why Jesus Rode a Donkey" given by Pastor Stephen Pope from the pulpit of Calvary Baptist Church (Union Grove, NC)

3/30/2025 Fourth Sunday of Lent Joshua 5:9-12 Chris Breslin   Slides from March 30, 2025 Music for Sunday's worship gathering Breastplate of St. Patrick by Porter’s Gate Worship Our Salvation is Bound Up Together by Zach Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Hoffman/Showalter Holy Manna by Moore/Atkins Good to Me by Assad I Want Jesus to Walk With Me, Traditional […]

“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee.” (Deuteronomy 33:27) The third verse of “I Am His, and He... More...

Have you ever heard the hymn ‘Leaning on the Everlasting Arms?' The lyrics are full of truth straight from scripture. It speaks to the assurance that we can lean on Christ in all things. Christ is our all-sufficient helper and comfort. We are continuing in our message series, Signs of the King, looking at the Gospel of John to discover who Jesus is. In life, we are constantly searching for direction. We desire guidance, even if we are getting it from the wrong places. As a result of our misguided searches, we are left even further from our hope. The Bible makes it clear for us, that in every circumstance, we can lean on Jesus. What does it mean to lean on Jesus?   We must come to Jesus, fully obey Him, and receive the gift of Christ. When we are in Christ, we can rest in the truth that we can trust and lean on Him in any and everything. Join us for another message of the series, The Secret Sign, and discover how you can lean on Jesus in all circumstances. 

Have you ever heard the hymn ‘Leaning on the Everlasting Arms?' The lyrics are full of truth straight from scripture. It speaks to the assurance that we can lean on Christ in all things. Christ is our all-sufficient helper and comfort. We are continuing in our message series, Signs of the King, looking at the Gospel of John to discover who Jesus is. In life, we are constantly searching for direction. We desire guidance, even if we are getting it from the wrong places. As a result of our misguided searches, we are left even further from our hope. The Bible makes it clear for us, that in every circumstance, we can lean on Jesus. What does it mean to lean on Jesus?  We must come to Jesus, fully obey Him, and receive the gift of Christ. When we are in Christ, we can rest in the truth that we can trust and lean on Him in any and everything. Join us for another message of the series, The Secret Sign, and discover how you can lean on Jesus in all circumstances. 

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This is a special musical presentation of Leaning on the Everlasting Arms with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

God, at times, puts us out on the end of a ledge – and then causes the ledge to evaporate under our feet. As we start to fall, with nothing visible between us and the ground below - at some point in the fall, "The Everlasting Arms" of God show up, and we are rescued. What IS this aspect of God-following?

El amor de Dios nos persigue. Es Su Gracia, la que con Su bendita terquedad no nos da tregua. Tenemos esa confianza por las palabras de Jesús en este sexto capítulo de la Buena Noticia según Juan. El poema "El lebrel o sabueso del Cielo" lo escribió en a finales del siglo XIX, Francis Thompson. Es la historia de cómo un joven abandona su vida acomodada para caer en la adicción en un sórdido Londres, donde encuentra al final a Dios en los brazos de una prostituta, atrapado por una Gracia irresistible. Tras la sintonía de Ruta 66 por la orquesta del trompetista Harry James, escuchamos la actualización del poema de "Hound of Heaven" que hizo uno de los grupos más extraños que salieron de la Revolución por Jesús. Daniel Amos, formado por Terry Scott Taylor en 1974, no encajaba en la edulcorada etiqueta de música de alabanza que había creado la Capilla Calvario, Maranatha. Años después de grabar su "Disco horrendo", logran publicar en 1981 su versión de la historia de Thompson en el Hollywood de los 70 con el sello que hace Larry Norman. Otro músico que no se amolda a la incipiente industria de la "música cristiana contemporánea" fue el tempranamente fallecido Mark Heard, muerto a los 40 años de un ataque al corazón. Tras estudiar periodismo en Georgia, se va a la comunidad suiza de L´Abri con Francis Schaeffer y al volver, publica su primer disco con el sello de Larry Norman, Solid Rock. Su canción "Corazón de corazones" (Heart of Heart)" la popularizó, sin embargo, Sam Phillips en 1983, cuando todavía utilizaba el nombre de Leslie, antes de casarse con T-Bone Burnett. "Como un vendaval con toda su fuerza / fui levantado de nuevo por el Señor", canta Van Morrison en 1979. En su canción "Full Force Gale" vuelve a la experiencia que tuvo cuando iba a la Asamblea de Hermanos que había abajo de su calle en Belfast, confiando de que "encontrará el camino de regreso a casa / siempre volverá al Señor". La película "Minari" (2020) da un cuadro de la fe tan honesto y verosímil, que sólo puede haber sido hecho por un cristiano, como es el joven cineasta coreano-americano Lee Isaac Chung. Premiado con el Oscar a la mejor actriz de reparto, cuenta la llegada de su familia a la América profunda en los años 80. El asombro de la Gracia de esta historia contrasta con la débil fe de sus protagonistas. Escuchamos escenas de la versión doblada con los comentarios de José de Segovia sobre la banda sonora de Emile Mosseri. "Puedes escuchar la llamada de Dios", canta Neil Diamond en la canción que popularizó Elvis Presley a finales de los 60 (And The Grass Won´t Pay No Mind). Su iniciativa da la seguridad a Mike Scott de los Waterboys, por la que puede descansar en sus "Brazos eternos" (Everlasting Arms) en 1996.

Send us a textGod works through our weakness.2 Corinthians 4:6-9We have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us.Remaster of Episode 13, originally released on June 19, 2019.Support the show

The story of the black experience in America is not limited to the accounts of oppression during the days of slavery. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we once again spoke to a man whose life has been marked by his passion for civil rights and the desire to see the stories of these resilient people shared and retold as encouragement and motivation to those who see themselves as less than in our society. He shared how their strength and perseverance against seemingly insurmountable odds can be a model for restoration and progress in America today and why radical grace must be an essential element in that transformation. In practical terms how do we speak the often uncomfortable truth of the Gospel those who are actively resistant while still showing genuine love? It is not a simple proposition. But our guest helped clear away the fog with some clear, biblically sound guidelines to help us understand how to speak the truth in love and why humility is an essential element is these conversations. He also prepared us for the inevitable times of rejection we will face and how to handle those with grace. A respected bible teacher and expert on the Holy Land joined us for a timely conversation on the roots of the conflict now consuming the Middle East. He explained God’s covenant with the Jewish people, why this people has faced rejection and discrimination throughout human history and how the events of history are playing a dramatic and direct role in the conflict today. Where do you turn when it seems like everything around you is falling apart and your human resources are just not enough? Our guest shared his own moving story as a teaching tool to help us understand what it looks like practically to find your strength and hope in the faithful promises and character of God. As we close out this week you are invited to join us for another challenging discussion on the headlines of the week and how to understand them through the lens of scripture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" Played by Nancy Wilkerson August 25, 2024 Offertory Music Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio

08/04/2024 John 12:17-24 Chris Breslin   Music for Sunday's worship gathering Centering Prayer by Porter’s Gate Worship Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Hoffman/Showalter Beautiful Things by Gungor In Christ Alone by Getty/Townend I Shall Not Want by Assad Instrument of Peace by Porter’s Gate Worship Project Little Things With Great Love by Porter’s Gate Worship Doxology

August 4 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS BREAKTHROUGH PRAYER: Amazing God, We pray that through the Holy Spirit Your preferred future for Groveport United Methodist Church will be made clear to us. Give us the courage we need to follow You wherever You may take us. We ask that You bind us together in love so that we can bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to our friends, families, and community. Open our eyes so that we may see the amazing things You are already doing among us. AMEN. PRELUDE “Be Still My Soul” LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES *OPENING HYMN “How Great Thou Art” #77 CALL TO WORSHIP: L: Welcome! It is good to have you here this day. P: Thank you. We come seeking healing and peace for our spirits. L: God is with us, giving that wondrous healing love to each one. P: Blessed be God who watches over us. L: Come, let us praise God with thankful hearts. P: Lord, we come to you in gratitude for all you do for us. AMEN. HYMN “Thank You, Lord” PRAYER OF CONFESSION: There are far too many times, O Lord, when we have neglected or ignored the needs of others because it just wasn't convenient for us to help. We backed away with excuses on our lips and indifference in our hearts. Forgive us and set us on the right path of service and compassion in the name of Jesus who modeled faithful living for us. Remind us that we are residents of a global community. Help us to hear the plight of those who have been voiceless. With the gifts that we have and the love of Christ, direct our lives in compassionate service to others. In Jesus' name, we pray. AMEN. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 41:8-10 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS “'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS - (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING: Exodus 1:8-2:10 SERMON “Everyday Heroes” HOLY COMMUNION *CLOSING HYMN “Victory In Jesus” #370 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH “As We Go” POSTLUDE “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”

07/14/2024 John 11:1-35 Anna Banke   Slides for July 14, 2024 Music for Sunday's worship gathering Take it Easy by Porter’s Gate Worship Come to Me by Porter’s Gate Worship Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Hoffman/Showalter Nothing to Fear by Porter’s Gate Worship Heal Us by Cowper/Twit Instrument of Peace by Porter’s Gate Worship Project This Wild Peace by […]

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June 16 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS BREAKTHROUGH PRAYER: Amazing God, We pray that through the Holy Spirit Your preferred future for Groveport United Methodist Church will be made clear to us. Give us the courage we need to follow You wherever You may take us. We ask that You bind us together in love so that we can bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to our friends, families, and community. Open our eyes so that we may see the amazing things You are already doing among us. AMEN. PRELUDE “Faith of our Fathers” LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES *OPENING HYMN “This Is My Father's World” #144 CALL TO WORSHIP: P: For some of us, our father's love is like God's love – too deep, too long, too wide, too strong to measure. L: Some of our dads are here; some are gone, but we remember. P: For some of us, God's love fills in the empty spaces our father left behind. L: All of us are shaped by the relationship with our fathers. P: On this day when we remember what it means to have a father or be a father, we recognize the importance of fathers in our communities. We pledge as a congregation to love and nurture the fathers among us so that they will manifest the love of God in all that they do. HYMN “This Is the Day” #657 FIRST SCRIPTURE READING: 2 Samuel 7:14-15 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS Special Music – Beth Cordle & Katie Harmon *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children 1st-6th grades may attend Jr. Church at this time) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 22:6 PRESENTATION Father's Day Videos *CLOSING HYMN “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” #133 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH “As We Go” POSTLUDE “Love Lifted Me”

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Closing Music From the June 16, 2024 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio

06/09/2024 Luke 19:1-10 Chris Breslin   Music for Sunday's worship gathering Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Showalter/Hoffman Pass Us Not O Gentle Savior by Crosby/Gentle Wolves Bring in the Year of Jubilee by Porter’s Gate Worship Project Restore Us Again by Zach/Vice Sing Over Me by Porter’s Gate Worship Project Instrument of Peace by Porter’s Gate Worship Project Zacchaeus […]

A new MP3 sermon from FairHavens Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Leaning On The Everlasting Arms Speaker: Bob Kirkland Broadcaster: FairHavens Baptist Church Event: Devotional Date: 5/14/2024 Length: 3 min.

Rev Ewen Matheson Sermon from Cross Free Church of Scotland in Ness freely available to listen to and download. Date: 12.05.2024 Day/Time: Sunday 6pm Preacher: Rev Ewen Matheson Title: Underneath Are The Everlasting Arms Reading(s): Deuteronomy 33 vs 1-29 Text: Deuteronomy 33 v 27 Psalm: 28 vs 6 – 9 Sing Psalms   Download

Rev Ewen Matheson Sermon from Cross Free Church of Scotland in Ness freely available to listen to and download. Date: 12.05.2024 Day/Time: Sunday 6pm Preacher: Rev Ewen Matheson Title: Underneath Are The Everlasting Arms Reading(s): Deuteronomy 33 vs 1-29 Text: Deuteronomy 33 v 27 Psalm: 28 vs 6 – 9 Sing Psalms   Download

The everlasting arms of God support and guide every element of our lives. He possesses the wisdom to transform every circumstance to our benefit and to magnify His glory. We are securely held by His mighty hand, finding our strength and sustenance only in Him.04/21/2024 - Sunday MorningScriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence):Deuteronomy 33:27Hebrews 11:24-27Numbers 12:3Deuteronomy 5:15Deuteronomy 7:18Deuteronomy 8:2, 18Deuteronomy 9:7, 9:27Deuteronomy 15:15 Deuteronomy 16:3, 12Deuteronomy 24:9, 18, 22Deuteronomy 25:17Deuteronomy 32:7Deuteronomy 33:27Psalms 139:1-6Ezekiel 48:35

04/07/2024 Acts 4:32-35 Chris Breslin   Slides for April 7, 2024 Howard Thurman (Y’all Saints Sermon by Byron Cogdell) Music for Sunday's worship gathering Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Showalter They Will Know We Are Christians By Our Love by Scholtes 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) by Redman Steadfast by McCracken/Nouwen Kingdom of God by Guerra We Will Feast […]

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"The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms (NIV)" Deuteronomy 33: 27

PreludeWelcome & News of the ChurchCall to WorshipOpening Hymn - (#240) "Fairest Lord Jesus"Praise SongsConfession, Assurance, and Gloria PatriChoral AnthemSermon - "Listen to My Voice" (John 10:22–30) - by Rev. Patrick ThompsonHymn of Response - (#87) "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" (verse 1)Receiving of Our Tithes and OfferingsOffertoryDoxologyPastoral PrayerClosing Hymn - (#67) "Blessed Assurance"BenedictionPostludeFairest Lord JesusFairest Lord Jesus, Ruler of all nature, O Thou of God and man the Son: Thee will I cherish, Thee will I honor, Thou my soul's glory, joy, and crown. Fair are the meadows, Fairer still the woodlands, Robed in the blooming garb of spring: Jesus is fairer, Jesus is purer, Who makes the woeful hear to sing. Fair is the sunshine, Fairer stil the moonlight, And all the twinkling starry host: Jesus shines brighter, Jesus shines purerThan all the angels heaven can bost. Beautiful Savior! Lord of the nations! Son of God and Son of Man! Glory and honor, Praise, adoration, Now and forevermore be Thine! Amen. Leaning on the Everlasting ArmsWhat a fellowship, what a joy divine, Leaning on the everlasting arms; What a blessedness, what a peace is mine, Leaning on the everlasting arms Leaning, leaning, Safe a secure from all alarms; Leaning, leaning, Leaning on the everlasting arms. Blessed AssuranceBlessed assurance, Jesus is mine! O what a foretaste of glory divine! Heir of salvation, purchase of God, Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood. [CHORUS]:This is my story, this is my song, Praising my Savior all the day long; This is my story, this is my song, Praising my Savior all the day long. Perfect submission, perfect delight, Vision of rapture now burst on my sight; Angels descending bring from aboveEchoes of mercy, whispers of love. [CHORUS]Perfect submission, all is at rest, I in my Savior am happy and blest; Watching and waiting, looking above, Filled with His goodness, lost in His love. [CHORUS] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a continuation of my conversation with John and Anne Downs.  If you missed last week's episode, you'll want to go back and listen to hear John's personal testimony of addiction, which ultimately led to the founding of Lighthouse Prison Ministry, followed by the story of their son, also named John, who went to Heaven six years ago this month.   Today, John and Anne share practical advice for newly-bereaved parents, including how they like to respond to the dreaded “How are you doing” question.  We'll also talk about the before and after of child loss, what they've learned about God's character through their loss, and they'll share about the While We're Waiting support group they host in the Houston area.Click HERE to listen to the first half of my conversation with John and Anne Downs.For more information about the While We're Waiting support group in The Woodlands, please email Anne at cattailzz@yahoo.com.  All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs of the While We're Waiting ministry. We'd love for you to connect with us here at While We're Waiting! Click HERE to visit our website and learn about our free While We're Waiting Weekends for bereaved parentsClick HERE to learn more about our network of While We're Waiting support groups all across the country. Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channelClick HERE to follow our public Facebook pageClick HERE to follow us on Instagram Click HERE to follow us on Twitter Click HERE to make a tax-deductible donation to the While We're Waiting ministryContact Jill by email at: jill@whilewerewaiting.org

This week, Ozark original ACMA nominated and rising national bluegrass sensation The Casey Penn Band recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, an interview with Casey Penn. As a bonus, music and commentary from Ozark original prodigies and Mountain View's very own Ozark Strangers. Based in Central Arkansas, Casey Penn is an Arkansas Country Music Award-nominated songwriter and a performing bluegrass and Americana artist. She's represented by Mountain Fever Records, for which she has released three singles and a debut album (One Step Away / February 2023). Her newest single, "We Go Together Like a Guitar and a Fiddle," is available now and is climbing the Bluegrass Unlimited Top 30 charts. Her full album is climbing the Top 15 Album Chart for Bluegrass Unlimited as well. Casey is a former founding member of the Americana duo Lee Street Lyrical. Now dissolved, the band was signed to MFM's Travianna Records and was a repeat ACMA nominee for Acoustic Act of the Year. “I'll Never Be A Mountain Girl,” written by Penn and Irene Kelley, reached #8 on Bluegrass Today's Weekly Grassicana chart. Casey is joined in this performance by: her husband Will Penn on acoustic bass; singer-songwriter Roger King on guitar, dobro, and vocals; Gravel Yard band member Titus Turner on mandolin; and Titus' sister, multi-instrumentalist Tiffany Turner on banjo, guitar, and vocals. Although the Ozark Strangers are young, they're by no means novices. Born out of the Ozark Folk Center State Park's Music Roots program, these young men have built a name for themselves in the local bluegrass scene. Ranging in age from 13 to 19, the Strangers have already been performing professionally for years. Under the tutelage of Music Roots educator and renowned bluegrass producer Crystal McCool, the Ozark Strangers have competed at the Silver Dollar City KSMU Youth in Bluegrass Contest and have released a live album. The band's roster includes: Sugar Foot Gordon Parker on mandolin; Jordan Brannon on guitar; Truett Brannon on fiddle; Zach Ledbetter on acoustic upright bass; and Jake Ledbetter on banjo. In this week's “From the Vault” segment, OHR producer Jeff Glover offers a 1981 archival recording of Ozark original bluegrass band Gospel Grass performing the traditional song “Everlasting Arms” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. In this week's guest host segment, renowned traditional folk musician, writer, and step dancer Aubrey Atwater pays homage to folk icon Jean Ritchie, featuring the song “Sings the Soldier.”

03/03/2024 John 13:18-30 Ty Wrage   Music for Sunday's worship gathering This is My Father’s World by Babcock Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Hoffman/Showalter God With Us by All Sons & Daughters Rest by Maher/Cockrell Sing Over Me by Porter’s Gate Worship Here by Jobe Doxology

Under The Everlasting ArmsDeuteronomy 33:27“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.”King James Version (KJV)Message From Emmanuel is a weekly audio ministry of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Irvine, KY. We sincerely hope God blesses you as you listen!GRANT OF LICENSE. Emmanuel Baptist Church is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license during the termof the agreement to publicly play, perform, and transmit via the website noted above, any musical composition controlled by one or more of the domestic Performing Rights Organizations (ASCAP, BMI and SESAC), as stated in the CCS WORSHIPcast License Terms and Conditions.Follow us on Facebook: ebcky15Follow us on Twitter: ebckyCheckout our website! http://ebcky.comFollow us on Facebook: ebcky15Follow us on Twitter: ebckyCheckout our website! http://ebcky.com

“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them” (Deuteronomy 33:27).

Start your day in a positive way with “Mornings with Jesus”. Find hope during this quick devotional "God's Everlasting Arms" Narrated by Jennifer Clark. Take the next step in your faith journey with an inspirational story with scripture to center yourself on the hope we have in Christ. For more devotionals, Christian meditations, and sleep stories download the Abide app: https://abide.co/awesome Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

"It Is Well With Our Souls" (The Story You Live In Is The Story You Live Out, Pt.3) 11/5/23 Sermon Thursday April 27, 2023, from 7pm-11:30pm will be forever etched in my heart's memory. The hospice RN, Muhammad, motioned for Karen to come into the room. Early that evening our church prayer team prayed over her father, Gary, via Facetime and Doug Allen sang the most anointed version of Leaning on the Everlasting Arms of Jesus that I had ever heard.  Gary breathed his last earthly breath as Karen held her daddy in her arms – Joyce, Karen, Gary, Melodie and I were standing of what NT Wright refers to as thin place ( I explain in the sermon). I was struck by the intensity of the grieving that I witnessed that evening, including my own.  We hugged each other with such passion that it just moved me.  Later I was thinking about what I wanted the family to know - how they are to deal with grief…. how to move through it…what they are to do with the pain.This led me to recall the account of David when he grieved the death of his son with Bathsheba.  Here is the scripture reference of the whole story 2 Samuel 12: 16-23 “David pleaded with God for the child. He fasted and spent the nights lying in a sackcloth on the ground. The elders of his household stood beside him to get him up from the ground, but he refused, and he would not eat any food with them. On the seventh day the child died. David's attendants were afraid to tell him that the child was dead, for they thought, “While the child was still living, he wouldn't listen to us when we spoke to him. How can we now tell him the child is dead? He may do something desperate.”David noticed that his attendants were whispering among themselves, and he realized the child was dead. “Is the child dead?” he asked.“Yes,” they replied, “he is dead.” Then David got up from the ground. After he had washed, put on lotions and changed his clothes, he went into the house of the Lord and worshipped. Then he went to his own house, and at his request they served him food, and he ate. His attendants asked him, “Why are you acting this way? While the child was alive, you fasted and wept, but now that the child is dead, you get up and eat!” He answered, “While the child was still alive, I fasted and wept. I thought, ‘Who knows? The Lord may be gracious to me and let the child live.' But now that he is dead, why should I go on fasting? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me.”I want to emphasize verses 20 and 23 “I go to him”. We will go to our loved ones; they will not return to us!!! This is the greatest assurance of hope that we have. God will make all things new. It is well with our Souls! Grace and Peace,Stephen

09/10/2023 Genesis 2:25-3:7 & Romans 8:18-25 Chris Breslin   Music for Sunday's worship gathering A Way to You (Isaac of Nineveh) by Chambers Leaning on the Everlasting Arms by Hoffman/Showalter All The Poor & Powerless by All Sons & Daughters I Need Thee Every Hour by Hawks/Lowry Rest by Maher/Cockrell We Labor Unto Glory by Porter's Gate Worship Doxology

Calling all my bookish friends! This episode will show you how to take your love of books and reading, and shape it into a time of community and connection with friends. BONUS: add tea + snacks.

There is a poetic proverb that states, “If religion were something that money could buy, the rich would live and the poor would die.” We all know that religion falls far short of what is required if we are to enjoy a healthy relationship with God, and rather than trying to appease God through performance, let us find comfort in the capacity to be at peace with God. Rest is a remedy for spiritual anxiety. It is a remedy for religious striving and feeling that we have to prove our fidelity to God and hold on so tight out of fear we might lose Him. In this message, we're going to look at how we can lean on the everlasting arms of God and rest in His presence, rather than continuing to strive for perfect performance.

Prayer Deuteronomy 33:26-28 God helps us Eternal Refuge and Everlasting Arms! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrappedinhiscomfort/message