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Shaping The Arrow This message is a family dedication built around the truth that raising children requires more than good intentions—it requires daily dependence on the Lord. Using 2 Timothy 1:7 and 1 Thessalonians 5, the message emphasizes that God gives us power for our problems, love for people, and a sound mind for ourselves. Brody and Adri are encouraged to let Waylon see them run to the Lord first, love and forgive one another, deal honestly with their own hearts, and remain connected to a faithful church family that can warn, comfort, support, pray, and walk with them. The central picture is that children are arrows being shaped for God's purposes. Parents, grandparents, and the church all have a part in smoothing rough places, straightening what is bent, and preparing a child to one day go places they themselves may never go. The goal is not merely to raise a successful or well-behaved child, but to prayerfully prepare Waylon to become a "polished shaft" in the Lord's hands—while trusting that only God can bring about the new birth and make Jesus known to him. The message also stresses that bitterness, pride, unforgiveness, and self-centeredness can poison a home, while repentance, patience, truth, reconciliation, gratitude, and prayer create an atmosphere where grace can flourish. Grandparents are reminded to guide with wisdom without controlling, and the church is called to actively undergird the family through spiritual warfare and every season of life. The heart of the dedication is this: we are going to fail at times, but our confidence is not in our perfection—it is in God's faithfulness. As 1 Thessalonians 5:24 says, "Faithful is he that calleth you, w

This sermon provides a comprehensive exposition of Colossians chapter 4, focusing on the responsibilities of leadership, the necessity of persistent prayer, and the manner in which believers should interact with the world. The speaker emphasizes that those in authority must exercise justice and avoid extremes of leniency or cruelty, while all Christians are called to pray continually for spiritual opportunities and guidance. A significant portion of the message addresses the importance of speaking with grace and wisdom, ensuring that the gospel is presented in a palatable and loving way. The text also explores the historical context of Paul's imprisonment and his relationships with fellow workers like Tychicus, Onesimus, and John Mark, highlighting themes of reconciliation and perseverance. Ultimately, the sermon encourages listeners to remain faithful in their daily walk, trusting in God's presence even when feeling isolated or unsupported.

The devotional centers on the divine requirements for effective service—being chosen by God, anointed by the Holy Spirit, consecrated through separation, and properly prepared through time and training—illustrated through the life of a missionary who experienced repeated delays in pursuing his calling. Though initially discouraged by failed attempts to enter specific mission fields due to timing, qualifications, or institutional barriers, he learned that God's timing and preparation are essential, and that spiritual maturity must precede full-time service. The message emphasizes that while all believers are called to serve, the local church plays a vital role in discerning readiness, and that true calling is not thwarted by closed doors but fulfilled in God's appointed time. Ultimately, the sermon calls for patience, humility, and trust in God's sovereignty, urging believers to seek wisdom, remain in community, and avoid rushing into service before being fully prepared.

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A verse-by-verse study through the book of James. Pastor Brian explains the meaning of purity and gentleness that are the products of Godly wisdom.

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