Discover the incredible truth about peace with God and the hope we have through Jesus Christ. In this devotion, we explore one of Scripture's most powerful passages about grace, faith, and God's overwhelming love for us.

When the people of Jerusalem assembled to hear God's Word read aloud, something extraordinary happened. What began with attentive listening and heartfelt tears transformed into unexpected joy and celebration. In Nehemiah 8:1-12, we discover the power of gathering together around Scripture - how understanding God's Word turns our mourning into dancing and reminds us that "the joy of the Lord is our strength." Join us as we explore what happens when God's people come together with open hearts and eager ears.

The Grace of Giving | 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Discover what it means to excel in the grace of giving as we explore Paul's teaching about the Macedonian churches who gave generously despite extreme poverty, showing us that true generosity flows from a heart surrendered to God.

KEY POINTS:

• Give generously without a reluctant heart and the Lord will bless you

• God is more concerned with the condition of your heart than anything you could possess

• It's equal sacrifice not equal giving, based on our love for God

• When you tithe for the right reasons, you have gone into business with God

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Through the examples of the Macedonian churches, the widow's mite, and George Mueller's lifelong generosity, this message challenges us to respond to God's love through sacrificial giving that reflects our gratitude and trust in Him.

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2 Corinthians 8: 1-7

His Witnesses | Hebrews 12:1-3

Explore the call to run our race of faith with endurance, surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses who have gone before us. This message challenges us to stay focused on Jesus and finish strong.

KEY POINTS:

- Others have completed the race - We're surrounded by witnesses who successfully ran their race of faith

- Get ready to run the race - Every morning, prepare yourself to run with endurance

- Keep your focus on Jesus - Don't take your eyes off Jesus; fix your gaze on Him, not yourself

- Stay strong and finish the race - Victory comes from finishing, not from being the fastest

SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 12:1-3

A powerful illustration from the 2002 Winter Olympics reminds us that the gold medal goes to those who cross the finish line, not those who get tangled up in the chaos around them.

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Run with Endurance: Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus | Hebrews 12:1-3

Life can feel like a marathon, not a sprint. In this devotional, we explore how to run the race God has set before us with endurance and purpose. Discover what it means to be surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, throw off the sin that entangles us, and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus—the author and perfecter of our faith.

SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 12:1-3

When the race gets hard and you feel like giving up, this message will remind you where to find the strength to keep going.

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Faithful Service | 1 Peter 4:7-11

Discover what it means to faithfully serve God and prepare ourselves for eternity through five essential promises we make as followers of Christ.

KEY POINTS:- Uphold God's work with our prayers - being called to pray daily and without ceasing- Uphold God's work with our presence - gathering together for worship strengthens our faith- Uphold God's work with our gifts - investing our time, talents, and resources for God's glory- Uphold God's work with our service - becoming the hands and feet of Christ in our community- Uphold God's work with our witness - sharing what God is doing in our lives with others

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Pastor shares powerful insights including Abraham Lincoln's testimony about prayer and the importance of converting not just our hearts and minds, but also our resources to God's purposes. A compelling call to active faith and service.From First Methodist Church WetumpkaVisit wetumpkafirst.com to connect with us!#Sermon #Methodist #Faith #FaithfulService #Stewardship #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #ServingGod

Using Your Gifts for God's Glory | 1 Peter 4:7-11

Discover how God calls each of us to use our unique gifts to serve one another and bring Him glory in this devotional reflection on 1 Peter 4:7-11.

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Reflect on the spiritual gifts God has given you and how you can use them today to serve others and point them toward Christ.

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Explore God's promise of a new heaven and a new earth, where all things will be made new and death will be no more.

KEY POINTS:- God is a creator - He promises a new heaven and a new earth- God comes to us and comforts us - No more death, mourning, or pain- God finishes what He starts - "I am the Alpha and the Omega"- God calls us - Called to conviction rather than compromiseSCRIPTURE: Revelation 21:1-8

A powerful reminder from Lot's wife: Don't look back at what's behind you, but embrace the new things God has for your future. "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation."From First Methodist Church WetumpkaVisit wetumpkafirst.com to connect with us!

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Revelation 21:1-8