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The greatest legacy is to be known as a believer who “left nothing undone of all that the Lord commanded.”Joshua 11:15 Referenced Scripture: Joshua 11, John 1:12, Psalm 127:3, Deut. 6:6-7, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Peter 4:10, Matthew 5:14-16, 1 Peter 1:3-4--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

We fight the battle because we love him, and we win the battles because he fights for us.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

The enemy's #1 tactic is to deceive us away from the heart of God.Joshua 9:3-15, John 8:44, Joshua 9:14 In every decision, trust God's heart, not your heart.Joshua 9:14, Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 17:9, Proverbs 28:26, Jeremiah 29:11-13 God's grace is greater than your mess.Joshua 9:16-27, Hebrews 4:16, James 4:6, Romans 3:23-24--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

God knows us best and loves us the most. TRUTH: Jesus is Lord and Savior.QUESTION: Is Jesus your Lord and Savior?--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

The tears of Jesus represent the heart of God for every lost soul.Luke 19:41-44, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Timothy 2:3-4 Do our hearts match our Savior's heart for every lost soul?Luke 19:10, Romans 10:1, Romans 1:16--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

DEALING WITH SINSin is a solution to this problem:Finding Satisfaction in God Alone.The Penalty of Sin is Gone.The Propensity to Sin RemainsDealing with Sin—Step #2:Get Moving! Don't live in fear!Dealing with Sin—Step #3:Get Right! Take Decisive Action!Dealing with Sin—Step #4:Get a Plan! Prayerfully Determine a StrategyDealing with Sin—Step #5:Get Grounded! Engage Daily with God and His Word--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

In Joshua 7:20-21, Achan confessed his sin. In his confession, we see the classic pattern also found in Adam and Eve's sin in the Garden and David's sin with Bathsheba.We see. We want. We take. We hide.God directed Joshua to take decisive action. Achan and his family were all put to death.What do we learn from this passage?There are many lessons to learn from this passage. This one is clear: God expects us to deal decisively with sin.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Jericho proclaims the saving grace and just wrath of God.Joshua 6:15-25, Hebrews 11:30-31, Romans 3:10-11, Deut. 9:4-5, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8, Matthew 25:46Jericho points to our trumpet victory to come with the return of Christ.Joshua 6:1-2, Joshua 6:20, 1 Thess. 4:16-17--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

The circumcision of Christ in our hearts removed our sin and shame.Joshua 5:2-9, Colossians 2:11-12, Philippians 3:3, Romans 10:10-11, Romans 8:1 God takes over our battles when we submit to His Word.Joshua 1:8, Joshua 5:2-15, Ephesians 6:17, Hebrews 4:12--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Through the Passover and memorial stones, Israel was to remember and proclaim God is our salvation.Exodus 12:26-27, Joshua 4:6-7, Joshua 4:21-24, Isaiah 12:2 Through baptism and communion, the Church is to remember and proclaim our salvation in Jesus Christ.Matthew 28:19, Acts 2:38,41, Acts 10:48, 1 Corinthians 11:26biblechapel.org/baptism The most important inheritance passed down from one generation to the next is the testimony of the faithfulness of God.1 John 5:11, Ephesians 2:4-5, Luke 8:38-39--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

To see the POWER of God 1.    Recall the PROMISES from God2.    Recognize the PREPARATION to GodBefore God accomplishes his purposes through his people, he always prepares the hearts in his people.3.    Respond and be PROACTIVE for God With God the smallest step of faith can activate the mightiest of miracles.4.    Remember the PRESENCE with God5.    Realize the PEACE of God--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

TWO LESSONS1.   God continually confirms our faith.When God calls us to the next big thing, he doesn't ask us to step out mindlessly. He provides everything we need to take steps of fresh faith.God is always working in our life. He uses the past as the basis of our faith. We know God will be with us tomorrow because he was with us yesterday. As we moved forward, he provided a new dose of faith daily.2.   God uses broken people to do extraordinary things. A study of the book of Genesis will introduce you to eight people who end up in Hebrews 11, where we see what genuine faith looks like, and all those people—well, let's just say—their lives are a little messy. Do you know who is in the Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11?How could God use a prostitute? Well—he called her to himself. He confirmed her faith with his Person. God transformed her life, and she became a new creation.God revealed himself to Rahab and confirmed her faith by what he did at the Red Sea and Amorites. James 2:25 says that her faith was proven by hiding the spies and becoming a part of the nation of Israel. And…Rahab is in the genealogy of Jesus (Matt. 1:5)God uses broken people. If he didn't, he wouldn't have any people to use.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

We are called to be the church, not just go to church. What does it look like to practically live out a life of Godliness? Go to coe22.com/news to take next steps by joining a Disciple Group or signing up for Growth Track. - The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To find out more about how God is moving at Eleven22, go to CoE22.com

When Moses was still alive, the people of Reuben and Gad gained permission from Moses to stay on the east side of the Jordan where they could raise their livestock. The fighting men of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh would fight with the rest of Israel until the land was conquered. Was this a strategic agreement to protect the eastern border of Israel? Or was this a selfish move by these tribes to have the best land? We don't know. But the agreement was written down in Deuteronomy 3:18-20. Joshua 1:13-15 is a paraphrase of the passage from Deuteronomy 3. The response from the tribes was both enthusiastic and solemn. They agreed to keep their part of the agreement. Any rebels would be executed. They did not want fear and sin festering in their tribes.They based their agreement on two conditions. First, they had to witness God's work in Joshua's life as they had seen God work in Moses' life. Second, Joshua had to demonstrate strength and courage as a leader.Joshua assumed leadership when he was in his mid to late seventies. Some commentators believe he was in his eighties. He served as Moses' assistant for four decades, but he had never led at this level.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS …STANDING ON GOD'S PROMISES.Joshua 1:3-4,6, John 5:24, 1 Peter 1:4, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Revelation 21:1-4, Romans 8:28 …EMPOWERED BY GOD'S PRESENCE.Joshua 1:5,9, John 14:16-17, Matthew 28:19-20 …SUBMITTING TO GOD'S WORD.(Meditate - Speak - Obey)Joshua 1:7-8, Psalm 1:2, Colossians 3:16, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 141:3, Psalm 19:14, Ezra 7:10, James 1:22--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

God is our hero.Deuteronomy 31:1-3, Joshua 1:1-2 God's Word is our guide.Joshua 1:7, Joshua 23:6, John 17:17 God's Son is our rest.Numbers 27:17-18, John 10:11, Matthew 1:21, Hebrews 4:8-10--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

In this episode, host David Armstrong, managing director of editorial and content strategies for the Wealth Management Group at Informa, sits down with Michael Nathanson, CEO of Focus Financial Partners, to discuss Focus' pulling out of the public markets in favor of private equity partners, their recent rebranding and the team's hub consolidation strategy.  Michael … Read More Read More

Grow Strong | Growth Track by Christ Covenant

All-in generosity flows from our hearts to our resources.2 Corinthians 8:5, 1 Timothy 2:6, Titus 2:14, Matthew 6:21,24 All-in generosity is obedient, joyful worship to God.2 Corinthians 8:7, 2 Corinthians 9:7,12 All-in generosity is a demonstration of our richness in Christ.2 Corinthians 8:2,9, Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Continue To Grow | Growth Track by Christ Covenant

MIND: ALL-IN TO SERVE IS SOUND THEOLOGY.1 Peter 4:10, John 13:12-15, Philippians 2:3-8, Hebrews 6:10 HEART: ALL-IN TO SERVE IS GOSPEL-CENTERED.1 Peter 4:8, Leviticus 17:11, 1 John 4:10, 1 Peter 4:10, 1 Corinthians 12:11, Galatians 5:13, Mark 10:43-45 ATTITUDE: ALL-IN TO SERVE IS “I GET TO” NOT “I HAVE TO”.1 Peter 4:9, Philippians 2:14-15 CHURCH: ALL-IN TO SERVE IS MISSION CRITICAL.1 Peter 4:7-11 biblechapel.org/serve--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Start to Grow | Growth Track by Christ Covenant

TBC VALUESWORD – WORSHIP – CONNECT – SERVE – SHARE“REDEEMING THE TIME”Ephesians 5:16, Colossians 4:5 All-in followers of Jesus fully depend on the Word of God.(WORD)Colossians 4:5, Ephesians 5:15, Genesis 3:1, John 17:17 All-in followers of Jesus approach every moment as an opportunity to worship God, who is the creator and owner of time.(WORSHIP)Genesis 1:3-5, Psalm 139:13-16, Ephesians 2:10 All-in followers of Jesus prioritize the mutual encouragement and accountability of the body of Christ.(CONNECT)Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Thessalonians 5:11 All-in followers of Jesus put other's needs before their own out of reverence for Christ.(SERVE)Ephesians 5:21 All-in followers of Jesus boldly proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.(SHARE)Colossians 4:3-6, Romans 1:16--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Spiritual Growth | Growth Track by Christ Covenant

JESUS TRANSFORMS LIVES The Bible Chapel exists to develop followers of Jesus Christ in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, the greater Pittsburgh area, and throughout the world. “develop” - “bring into existence” - unbeliever - salvation To be a follower of Jesus, one must first trust in Jesus as their Lord and Savior.Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 16:15-16, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16 “develop” - “take a step further along” - believer - sanctification An all-in follower of Jesus daily dies to self and lives for Christ.Matthew 16:24-27, Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Corinthians 5:10 MEMORIZE Luke 9:23 - And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.Galatians 2:20 - I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Jesus told his disciples—stop letting your hearts be troubled. There is a place waiting in heaven for you, and he promised that he would prepare the way to heaven by his work as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29).John 14:3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.The Lamb of God did not remain in the grave. He rose from the dead! And the resurrection changes everything! Through our passage from death to life or when he comes again, Jesus will take us to be with him forever.The work of Jesus as the Lamb of God and his victory over death gives us the basis for our peace in the midst of life's challenges.John 14:26-27But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.Romans 8:31-32What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

 In Christ, we have eternal peace with God.John 16:33, 1 John 5:4-5, Romans 5:1In Christ, we experience daily peace from God.John 16:33, John 14:26-27, Romans 8:26-27, Philippians 4:6-7 In Christ, we face daily battles as conquerors of an eternally won war.John 16:33, Romans 8:37-39, Luke 2:14, Isaiah 9:6--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Why is the incarnation essential to our faith?Only God can atone for our sins.Only Man can die in man's place.Only the One who is fully God and fully Man can pay the penalty for our sins as our Perfect Substitute.Jesus is God. He is God in the flesh. He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: Christmas silently reminds us that life promises us things it doesn't deliver. Celebrating is momentary fun, but HOPE is what's needed to carry us over the long haul Life without genuine HOPE breaks us on the inside and on the outside The holidays don't magically fix things…The holidays magnify what's already true Christmas is not about creating the impossible…it's about celebrating an incredible promise kept The Promise – A Savior - Genesis 3:15 (He will crush head/strike heel) - Genesis 12:3 (all peoples will be blessed) - Genesis 49:10 (scepter…from Judah) - Psalm 22:16-18 (pierced hands/feet – cast lots) - Isaiah 7:14 (the virgin will give birth) - Isaiah 9:1-2 (Galilee – a light in the dark) - Isaiah 9:6-7 (Wonderful Counselor/Prince of Peace…) - Isaiah 53:3-12 (our iniquity was laid upon Him) The first Christmas is the historical fact that proves God keeps His promises! The same God who personally showed up in a manger…Is coming back as a King and will fix all that is broken! At this time a man named Simeon was living in Jerusalem. Simeon was a good man. He loved God and was waiting for him to save the people of Israel. God's Spirit came to him and told him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord's Messiah. - Luke 2:25-28 When Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple to do what the Law of Moses says should be done for a new baby, the Spirit told Simeon to go into the temple. Simeon took the child in his arms and gave thanks to God… - Luke 2:25-28 Anna, a prophet, was also there. She was a descendant of Phanuel from the tribe of Asher. She was now very old. Her husband had died seven years after they were married, and she had been a widow for 84 years. - Luke 2:36-38 She came along just as Simeon was talking with Mary and Joseph, and she also began thanking God and telling everyone in Jerusalem who had been awaiting the coming of the Savior that the Messiah had finally arrived. - Luke 2:36-38 - God loves us so much that He personally shows up - We are loved despite our flaws and failures - God is both faithful and able to fix what we can't Christmas provides an unstoppable hope that fuels peace, joy, and love even in a busted and broken world! CHALLENGE: What are you putting your hope in this holiday season?

Jesus is THE WAY to God.John 14:6, Acts 9:1-2, Acts 19:8-9, Acts 4:12 Jesus is THE TRUTH of God.John 14:6, John 14:26, John 17:15-17, John 1:16-17, Luke 24:27, John 15:26, John 16:13 Jesus is THE LIFE with God.John 14:6, Ephesians 2:1-6, John 5:24--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: We often have a love-hate relationship with Christmas The holidays don't magically fix things…The holidays magnify what's already true Having unfair and unreal expectations of Christmas will lead to disappointment How do we experience what we hope for at Christmas? Christmas is not about creating the impossible…it's about celebrating an incredible promise kept This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 1:18-23 Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. - Matthew 1:18-23 But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because… - Matthew 1:18-23 …what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” - Matthew 1:18-23 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). - Matthew 1:18-23 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world… And everyone went to their own town to register. - Luke 2:1-7 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. - Luke 2:1-7 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them. - Luke 2:1-7 The first Christmas wasn't about a pass from problems, it was about a promise kept. The God who is for us came to be with us. - Holiday pressures magnify - Unrealistic expectations create disappointment - Christmas isn't recreating the impossible, it's a remembrance Christmas isn't where control and consumption overcome chaos Christmas is a remembrance of a love that kept a great promise Challenge: Let go of false expectations that a season can't deliver Let's remember it's the great love of a promised Savior

By grace through faith in Jesus, God transforms people from enemies to children of God.John 1:9-13, Titus 3:5, John 3:16, Romans 5:8-11 Children of God are eternally loved and secure in Christ.2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 8:38-39 Children of God daily depend on God's Word and prayer.Psalm 62:7-8, 1 Peter 5:6-7 Children of God daily yearn for their eternal home.1 John 3:1-2, Revelation 22:3-5--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: RAISING YOUR GRATITUDE LEVEL Luke 17:11-19 (NIV) GRATITUDE EMBRACES FAITH When he saw them, he said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went, they were cleansed. - Luke 17:14 THE MATH FOR DEEP DISAPPOINTMENT Entitlement + Unmet Expectations = Deep Disappointment THE MATH FOR DEEP JOY GRACE + GRATITUDE = DEEP JOY GRATITUDE REQUIRES INTENTIONAL ACTION One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. - Luke 17:15 GRATITUDE DRAWS US CLOSER TO GOD He threw himself at Jesus' feet and thanked him – and he was a Samaritan. - Luke 17:16 GRATITUDE LEADS TO WHOLENESS Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well. - Luke 17:19

Join us this week as Pastor Rick unpacks how we can rightly think of ourselves and operate in what the Apostle Paul calls gifts of grace. NEXT STEPS: Today, I will sign up for a Dream Team. Next week, I will attend Growth Track.

An authentic, healthy church consistently prays for one another.James 5:13-18 To submit a prayer request, go to biblechapel.org/prayer. To join a campus prayer team, email prayer@biblechapel.org. To join an impact prayer group, go to biblechapel.org/impactprayeror email outreach@biblechapel.org. An authentic, healthy church humbly confesses their sins to one another.James 5:16 An authentic, healthy church goes after its wandering brother/sister in truth and love.James 5:19-20, 1 Peter 4:8, Galatians 6:1--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: No matter WHO won or lost, roughly half of America was going to be sad, mad, and disappointed while the other half was going to be happy and glad Political hate is dividing friends, families, and churches - We don't just disagree, we dehumanize the other side Immoral to hate: -because of skin color -because of gender -because of ethnicity -because of social status -because of beliefs -but it's okay if it's political “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Jesus of Nazareth – John 13:34-35 A divided community is a defeated community A divided church is a defeated church Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.” Jesus of Nazareth – Matthew 12:25 When the “Jesus community” joins in the political polarization and hostility, we lose credibility to point people to Jesus. How can you be a Christian and vote for ____________? No party or candidate can perfectly represent ALL that Jesus and the Gospel are meant to be We prioritize our “pet political” issue and demand that others do the same – Justice – Poverty – Life – Morality Joshua went up to him and asked, “Are you for us or for our enemies?” “Neither,” he replied, “but as commander of the army of the Lord I have now come.” Then Joshua fell facedown to the ground in reverence… Joshua 5:13-14 Jesus' followers primary purpose isn't to be on a political side, we're meant to be servants of a King “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.” John 17:21-23 “May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.” John 17:21-23 I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought. 1 Corinthians 1:10 Unity is not Conformity Unity = Direction Conformity = Sameness The greatness of King Jesus unites us even if we disagree politically We can disagree and still love without dehumanizing! Pray - Listen & Learn – Love I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. 1 Timothy 1:1-4 Pray - Listen & Learn – Love Jesus' followers adopt a posture of humility, listening, and learning, even when disagreeing, so that Christ might be honored

THREE EXAMPLES OF PATIENCETo illustrate what patience looks like, James provides three examples. The Farmer: Trust God to do his work (James 5:7)The farmer planted his crops right after the early rain in October and then waited for the seed to take root and sprout. He depended on God for the sunshine and moisture. The late rains in March/April provided what was needed to produce a bountiful crop. The farmer had to wait patiently for God to do his work.The Prophets: Trust God to keep his Word (James 5:10)One of the toughest jobs in the OT was to be a prophet. Often, they delivered a message that few wanted to hear and fewer wanted to believe. Moses had to endure the complaining and grumbling of people for 40 years. Jeremiah was called the weeping prophet. Along with his lengthy prophecy, he wrote the Book of laments (Lamentations). He was ridiculed, rejected, and thrown into the mud of an empty cistern with no food or water. Daniel was thrown into a den of hungry lions. Zechariah was put to death in the temple (2 Chron. 24:20-22).Job: Trust God even when you don't understand (James 5:11)Job was a righteous man who lost everything—except his wife—but she told him to curse God and die. His friends were certain that Job had committed a sin. And although he suffered, God never explained why. Still, Job remained steadfast in his trust (Job 13:15).--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be glory forever. Amen. - Romans 11:36 (ESV) A sacrifice isn't a sacrifice unless it costs you something. David said, “I will not sacrifice to the Lord my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing.” - 2 Samuel 24:24 (NIV) “But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” - John 4:23-24 (ESV) 1. TRUE WORSHIP IS AN OUTPOURING Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. - Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) If you don't allow God to fill you, something else will. 1. True Worship is an Outpouring 2. TRUE WORSHIP IS OBEDIENCE “...Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice…” - 1 Samuel 15:22b Worship is ascribing worth to God because He's worthy. “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,' and not do what I tell you?” - Luke 6:46 1. True Worship is an Outpouring 2. True Worship is Obedience 3. TRUE WORSHIP IS AN OUTWARD EXPRESSION It's an outward expression of our inward devotion to our Father. For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes. - Romans 1:16

Throughout Scripture, God warns us about the seductive power of money. Jesus likens it to a completing god and says our treasure becomes the focus of our heart (Matt. 6:21-24). Paul instructs Timothy, the young pastor in Ephesus, to warn people about the love of money and how the desire for more wealth has left people spiritually shattered (1 Tim. 6:10, 17).In today's passage, James describes the wealthy who live apart from God. Their demise is a grim encouragement to the poor Jewish believers being taken advantage of. And the demise of the godless rich serves as a stark warning to those who follow Jesus.1.   Is wealth a competing god?2.   Is your wealth causing you to be spiritually soft?3.   Have you ever had a serious conversation with God about your wealth? Why did he bless you with it? What does he want you to do with it?--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: Our limitations in the midst of overwhelming need…whisper to us that doing nothing is better than doing something that falls short It's impossible to live a life that counts when we choose to do nothing Sometimes we buy into a half-truth that can rob our life of meaningful purpose How do normal people experience a meaningful purpose in the midst of the daily grind of life? Half-Truth: The need is almost always greater than our resources. Do real limitations disqualify us from meaningful purpose? By this time it was late in the day, so his disciples came to him. “This is a remote place,” they said, “and it's already very late. Send the people away so that they can go to the surrounding countryside and villages and buy themselves something to eat.” - Mark 6:35-44/Matthew 14:15-21 But he answered, “You give them something to eat.” They said to him, “That would take more than half a year's wages! Are we to go and spend that much on bread and give it to them to eat?” - Mark 6:35-44/Matthew 14:15-21 “How many loaves do you have?” he asked. “Go and see.” “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. “Bring them here to me,” he said. Then Jesus directed them to have all the people sit down in groups on the green grass. - Mark 6:35-44/Matthew 14:15-21 Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. They all ate and were satisfied… - Mark 6:35-44/Matthew 14:15-21 Observations: - There's an overwhelming need - Disciples had insufficient resources - Lack didn't stop disciples call to purpose - Bringing to Jesus first is the key - God turns lack into plenty When our lack is offered to others on behalf of Jesus, God makes it more than enough! Anyone can experience purpose by partnering with Jesus regardless of our limitations 1. We are God's plan to change the world and impact eternity 2. The motive to love and honor Jesus is the difference maker 3. God turns our lack into His plenty Do for ONE what you wish you could do for many ANNOUNCEMENT: January 5th 2025 SP will have three services 8:30am – 10am – 11:30am Opportunities: Next Generation Guest Services Online/Production/Worship Don't let what you can't do stop you from doing what you can do Doing what we can on behalf of Jesus turns our lack into plenty

“If the Lord wills” is a bold statement of God's Sovereignty.“If the Lord wills” is a bold statement of determined obedience.“If the Lord wills” is a bold statement of Christ-like humility.Self-centered bragging must be replaced by God-honoring trust.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: Sometimes we pick a “look” that's unattractive! No one wants to look back on their life and have it look like a bad middle school picture. How do normal people experience a meaningful purpose in the midst of the daily grind of life? What kind of look do we need in our lives that allows us to experience purpose? After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. “Follow me,” Jesus said to him, and Levi got up, left everything and followed him. - Luke 5:27-31 Then Levi held a great banquet for Jesus at his house, and a large crowd of tax collectors and others were eating with them. But the Pharisees and the teachers…complained to his disciples, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?” - Luke 5:27-31 Jesus answered, “Healthy people don't need a doctor, but sick people do. I didn't come to invite good people to turn to God. I came to invite sinners.” - Luke 5:27-31 Observations: - Levi was offered a generous amount of grace - Levi in turn was generous to others - Generosity built a “bridge” - Generosity is fueled by love and gratitude - Generosity is other-focused not self-centered Levi's response to God's extravagant generosity was to be extremely generous with others God is generous so His followers should be generous - Can't experience purpose without generosity Facts: - Only 5% of regular attenders tithe - Average giving in US is $17 weekly - 37% of regular attenders give $0 - Since 1990 there's been a 50% drop Most people aren't trying to be greedy and selfish - The distraction of the daily is a real enemy - Gratitude drives generosity not guilt - Generosity matters – build bridges - A posture of generosity requires intentionality and discipline ANNOUNCEMENT: January 5th 2025 SP will have three services 8:30am – 10am – 11:30am Opportunities: Next Generation Guest Services Online/Production/Worship Generosity is gratitude-in-action that builds bridges and allows for purpose

A humble heart desires to please God, which leads to obedience, exaltation, and lasting pleasure.James 4:1-12, 1 Peter 5:5, Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 100:4, Psalm 24:1-2, Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 5:18-19 A proud heart desires to please oneself, which leads to disobedience, destruction, and fleeting pleasure.James 4:1-12, James 3:16, Proverbs 21:17--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: My life has radically been changed by: An Invitation to church An Invitation to work-out An Invitation to serve An Invitation to Stephanie for a date An Invitation to YoungLife An Invitation to move to St. Mary's An Invitation to start SouthPoint An Invitation to dinner An Invitation to ride a motorcycle Invitation: I See You You Matter Someone Cares All of us have a hidden superpower that can unleash radical life-change in others. How do normal people experience a meaningful purpose in the midst of the daily grind of life? An invitation is a God-given secret superpower that allows anyone to have meaningful purpose in the grind-of-life Jesus went on into Jericho and was passing through. There was a chief tax collector there named Zacchaeus, who was rich. He was trying to see who Jesus was, but he was a little man and could not see Jesus because of the crowd. - Luke 19:1-10 When Jesus got there, he looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down! I want to stay with you today.” Zacchaeus hurried down and gladly welcomed Jesus…But the crowds were displeased. “He has gone to be the guest of a notorious sinner,” they grumbled. - Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Listen, sir! I will give half my belongings to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will pay back four times as much.” For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost. - Luke 19:1-10 Jesus called out to them, “Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!” - Matthew 4:19 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28 Jesus reveals the life-changing power of an invitation… and followers are meant to copy His example. - We're inviters because God invited us first - Invitations require courage - Invitations are designed to be “others” focused - We're inviters because God invited us first - Invitations require courage - Invitations are designed to be “others” focused At SouthPoint we're inviters who believe that invitations have the power to change lives ANNOUNCEMENT: January 5th 2025 SP will have three services 8:30am – 10am – 11:30am Opportunities: - Next Generation - Guest Services - Online/Production/Worship An invitation is a gift anyone can offer We can't invite everyone but, we can invite someone

Christians operating with wisdom from above…James 3:13-18fill their minds and hearts with the perfect Word of God.James 3:17, 1 John 3:3 live whole, not fragmented lives for Christ.James 3:17, Hebrews 12:11 are approachable and teachable.James 3:17, Titus 3:2 demonstrate the mercy and righteousness of Christ to all.James 3:17, Matthew 9:13, Ephesians 2:4-5, Philippians 1:11 foster unity, authenticity, and peace in the body of Christ.James 3:17-18, Romans 12:9-10, Romans 14:19,  Ephesians 4:3, Romans 5:1--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Welcome! Church Online is a community of people all over the experiencing God and connecting with one another like never before in history. Introduce yourself in the chat and let us know where you're from! Get Connected Check us out on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram Find a Small Group www.southpoint4u.com/groups Learn more about SouthPoint at Growth Track www.southpoint4u.com/growthtrack Find out more at www.southpoint4u.com Notes: Sometimes we pick a “look” that's unattractive! We all stop at some point in life and look at ourselves and ask this question, “Does my life count for something?” Grinding through life just to eke out sporadic and temporary pleasures is a look that doesn't age well. Does our life have the look of just surviving or meaningful purpose? How do normal people experience a meaningful purpose in the midst of the daily grind of life? What's true of us individually is also true of us as a community A few days later Jesus went back to Capernaum, and the news spread that he was at home. Soon the house where he was staying was so packed with visitors that there wasn't room for a single person more, not even outside the door… - Mark 2:1-12 Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there. They had come from every village of Galilee and from Judea and Jerusalem….when four men arrived, carrying a paralyzed man to Jesus. Because of the crowd, however, they could not get the man to him. - Luke 5:17/Mark 2:1-12 So they made a hole in the roof right above the place where Jesus was. When they had made an opening, they let the man down, lying on his mat. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” - Mark 2:1-12 “Is it easier for me to tell this man his sins are forgiven or to tell him to get up and pick up his mat and go on home?” So he said to the man, “I tell you, get up, take your mat and go home.” He got up, took his mat and walked out in full view of them all. This amazed everyone… - Mark 2:1-12 Observations: - Someone needed what only God can give - There was an obstacle (including religious people) - Friends simply but selflessly paid personal cost to bring to Jesus! - Friends' faith made a difference - Inside must be fixed first In the daily grind of life, these friends choose to do what they could to get their friend to Jesus! - Jesus is the life-giver, not SP - We believe in doing whatever it takes (short of sin) to get people in front of Jesus - We're selfless space-makers willing to pay the cost so others can see Christ - People can belong before they believe ANNOUNCEMENT: January 5th 2025 SP will have three services 8:30am – 10am – 11:30am Opportunities: Next Generation Guest Services Online/Production/Worship Cause & Care Administrative Jesus personally invites us to a meaningful purpose in partnering with Him in everyday living We're all-in believers in doing whatever it takes (short of sin) to get people to the feet of Jesus!

THE NATURE OF THE TONGUEThe tongue reveals the worship of one's heart.James 1:26, Matthew 15:18, James 3:1-2The tongue has tremendous power.James 3:3-5, Proverbs 16:28, Romans 16:18, 2 Timothy 2:23 The tongue by nature is evil.James 3:6-8THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE TONGUE A maturing believer's tongue becomes more consistently holy.James 3:9-12, Matthew 12:34-35, Psalm 19:14, Psalm 141:3 A maturing believer's tongue prioritizes confession, repentance and accountability.James 5:16 A maturing believer's tongue prioritizes encouraging others.Ephesians 4:29, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Hebrews 10:24-25--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

How can we know for certain that we have saving faith?  1.   Do I have a present trust in Christ for salvation?“Believes” is in the present tense denoting continual action. Are you continuing to trust Jesus?2.   Is there evidence of the Holy Spirit at work in your heart?·     Presence of the Spirit (Rom. 8:13-16)·     Fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:13-23)3.   Do you read the Bible and pray regularly?God's Word is his love letter to you. A true believer desires to hear from him. I am not saying you should doubt your salvation if you have missed a few days. But if you never pick up the Bible? There needs to be a desire to hear from God.  4.   Is there a pattern of obedience in your life?5.   Are you involved in Christian fellowship?--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Showing partiality based on outward appearance will always be a temptation for believers. In the Old Testament, the prophet Samuel was a godly and courageous man willing to speak the Word of God in the most unpopular and sometimes dangerous circumstances. But Israel rejected the old prophet and desired to have a king like the other nations. The first king they chose was impressive in appearance—a big man with a shriveled heart. Finally, God rejected him.God sent Samuel to Bethlehem to find a man named Jesse. One of Jesse's sons would be the next king. Jesse brought his sons before Samuel.1 Samuel 16:6-7When they came, he looked on Eliab and thought, “Surely the LORD'S anointed is before him.” But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the LORD sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart.”We are impressed by outward appearance. God is impressed with our hearts.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Doers of the Word are Gospel-centered.James 1:19-21, 1 Peter 1:23-25 Doers of the Word understand freedom and blessing are found in obedience.James 1:22-25, John 8:31-32, 1 Peter 4:13-14 Doers of the Word operate with the character, words, and actions of Christ.James 1:26-27--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.