Empowering People

Part 6 of our "Love Is [is not]" further defines the nature of Agape/Love: Love does not insist on its own way. Marty will reflect on some points from Sunday's message.

Proverbs tells us to be generous with the poor. God is watching. But our proverb today reminds us that not only might we someday have a need, but right now others are watching our lack of charity and they might not come to our need should we ever need help. Ouch.

For this morning's devotional Pastor Kevin will recap Sunday's sermon on Boasting, Rudeness, and Arrogance from Isaiah 39.

The power to build one another up comes from a heart fueled by an Almighty God.

Proverbs 21:11 repeats a theme of the Proverbs. The instruction and development of the simple-minded (youth) is the goal of the community. They can take the path of the wise, or unfortunately choose the way of the fools. We can all help them with that path choice by our guidance and instruction and example.

This morning’s devotional comes from Hebrews 11:5 where the author tells us that Enoch was an example of faith, even though we know very little about his life.