Four Lakes Community Church

Four Lakes Community Church We are a non-denominational church. We exist to Exalt the Lord, to Educate and Edify the saints and Evangelize the lost. Sunday services 9:30 & 10:45

Four Lakes Community Church is a nondenominational church that believes the Bible to be the basis of all faith and teaching in the Church, in salvation through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and the unity of all who believe in Jesus Christ. Four Lakes Church is affiliated with Village Missions.

Wednesday, June 3Birthed by God  Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again...
06/04/2026

Wednesday, June 3
Birthed by God

Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” John 3:3

When describing the birth of a newborn, we never say, “The baby birthed himself at 3:00 p.m.” Likewise, when describing spiritual rebirth, Jesus said, “Unless you are born.” That is, both human birth and spiritual rebirth are passive events for the infant. Mothers give birth to physical babies; the Holy Spirit gives birth to spiritual babies (John 3:5-8).

Recommended Reading: Ephesians 2:8-9

This idea is behind Paul’s words in Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” Our spiritual rebirth is not something we do by ourselves, by our own efforts. If it was, we would be right to boast. Since it is of God rather than ourselves, we can only boast about God and His grace (1 Corinthians 1:27-31; 2 Timothy 1:9).

If you have been born again through faith in Christ, give thanks to God that He has birthed you for a purpose. As the Spirit brought you into God’s Kingdom, so He will lead you and transform you.

“”Except a man be born again,” he will wish one day he had never been born at all.”
J. C. Ryle

Our Daily Bread MinistriesJune 3 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 19-20; John 13:21-38The Power of MusicDavid would take ...
06/03/2026

Our Daily Bread Ministries

June 3 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 19-20; John 13:21-38

The Power of Music

David would take up his lyre and play. Then relief would come to Saul. 1 Samuel 16:23

READ 1 Samuel 16:14-23

On November 21, 1915, the hope of Sir Ernest Shackleton and his twenty-seven crew members sank, along with their ship Endurance, into the darkness below the Antarctic ice. They were stranded thousands of miles from home. Later, the crew shared several things that aided their survival, including a banjo. Embarking on their brutal trek, Leonard Hussey (the expedition’s meteorologist) was the only person allowed more than two pounds of personal gear. He was allowed to bring his twelve-pound Windsor banjo. “It’s vital mental medicine,” Shackleton told Hussey, “and we shall need it.” The crew’s journals explained the power of Hussey’s music. “The banjo does . . . supply brain food,” wrote one sailor. Another reflected on “Hussey’s indispensable banjo.”
The Bible presents music as one of God’s immense gifts, a way His healing and comfort enter the human heart. In the tragic story of King Saul, we hear how (due to his disobedience) he was oppressed by an “evil spirit” (1 Samuel 16:14). And what did Saul’s attendants believe the king needed to provide relief? Music. So they found young David with his harp: “David would take up his lyre and play. Then relief would come to Saul; he would feel better, and the evil spirit would leave him” (v. 23).
Music offers more than mere entertainment. It can bring joy, renew hope, and comfort weary souls. It’s truly one of God’s powerful gifts.
By Winn Collier

REFLECT & PRAY
What encouragement has music offered you? How has it deepened your relationship with God?
Dear God, thank You for the gift of music!

SCRIPTURE INSIGHT
In the ancient Near East, it was common for court musicians to be hired for reasons such as entertainment or religious ceremonies. In the case of King Saul in 1 Samuel 16, his attendants believed his mental torment would be eased by lyre music (v. 16). Since David was a skilled lyre player as well as a warrior (v. 18), he became both a musician and armor-bearer—carrying Saul’s shield and weapons (vv. 21-23). David’s father, Jesse, sent gifts of food and wine with David (vv. 19-20), perhaps showing gratitude for the honor of having his son chosen to serve the king. Today, we can remember that God can use music to renew our hope and bring us joy.
Monica La Rose

Tuesday, June 2Hiding the Word  Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.Psalm 119:11 It is...
06/03/2026

Tuesday, June 2
Hiding the Word

Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.
Psalm 119:11

It is estimated that around three hundred direct quotations from the Old Testament appear in the New Testament. References and allusions bring that number closer to one thousand. We often take for granted how often the New Testament writers incorporate a quotation or reference from the Old Testament—especially in their conversations where they appear to be quoting from memory. And we have to remember that they had no computers or complete copies of the Old Testament to work with when writing the New Testament.

Recommended Reading: Colossians 3:16-17

Jesus appears to quote the Old Testament around 75 times in His teachings and verbal exchanges with others. Take, for example, His exchange with the devil during His 40-day sojourn in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). Three times He refuted the devil’s temptations by quoting verses from Deuteronomy. Paul quotes or alludes to the Old Testament around 75 times just in the book of Romans. How did they do this? Memorization and in-depth familiarity with Scripture.

Consider setting a goal of memorizing one verse or passage of Scripture each week. After all, the Word of God is the sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17) and the foundation of faith (Romans 10:17).

“Memorization is the first step to meditation.”
Jerry Bridges

Our Daily Bread MinistriesJune 2 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 17-18; John 13:1-20Our Part, God’s PartIt is God who wo...
06/02/2026

Our Daily Bread Ministries

June 2 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 17-18; John 13:1-20

Our Part, God’s Part

It is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Philippians 2:13

READ Philippians 2:12-13, 3:12-16

In Singapore, the government encourages people to support good causes by donation-matching. It “tops up” donations to specific charities by contributing an equal amount or more. By effectively multiplying people’s contributions, it hopes to encourage them to become more involved in charitable giving.
This two-pronged approach reminds me of how believers in Jesus are called to God’s standards of holiness in our discipleship journey. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul urges them “to work out [their] salvation” (2:12) and “press on” (3:12, 14). At the same time, he stresses that “it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose” (2:13).
Believers in Jesus aren’t made right with God by good works or performance. But there is an idea of partnership in our spiritual growth. It requires heart and effort on our part, yet we do not do it by human strength. Having saved us by grace, God calls us to be holy—set apart for Him—and we respond in sincerity and gratitude. As we seek to obey and please Him, He enables and helps us to do so. He shows us when we go wrong (Philippians 3:15), gives us strength to resist temptation (1 Corinthians 10:13), and empowers us to do what’s right in His eyes (Ephesians 2:10).
By Leslie Koh

REFLECT & PRAY
What are your biggest challenges in seeking to be faithful and pleasing to God? How can you rely more on the Holy Spirit’s strength?
Holy God, please help me to be holy and faithful in my journey, for I know that You desire me to be like Your Son Jesus.

SCRIPTURE INSIGHT
In today’s text, the apostle Paul encourages us by his example to “press on toward the goal to win the prize” (Philippians 3:14). Elsewhere he writes, “I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace” (Acts 20:24). Paul’s goal is to be more like Christ and to spread the gospel, and the ultimate “prize” (Philippians 3:14) he refers to is eternal life with Jesus (vv. 10-11, 20-21). The reward isn’t based on our deeds. In Ephesians 2, he states, “It is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God” (v. 8. Good works are evidence of God’s Spirit working in and through us. As God enables us, we can strive to live holy and faithful lives.
Alyson Kieda

Monday, June 1Spiritual Infusions  I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his S...
06/02/2026

Monday, June 1
Spiritual Infusions

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being. Ephesians 3:16, NIV

Infusions have become a popular way to replenish fluids or nutrients in your body. At your home or at an infusion clinic, you’re hooked to an IV that delivers vitamins, minerals, and fluids directly into your bloodstream.

Recommended Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21

Are infusions available for us spiritually? If so, where can we find an infusion of strength for our souls? For that we turn to the clinic of God’s Word. In Ephesians 3:16, we learn a vital prayer to offer for ourselves: Lord, I ask You to grant me, according to the riches of Your glory, to be strengthened with might through Your Spirit in my inner being.

The Holy Spirit was sent to us as a Helper. He comes to strengthen us. When you feel weak, ask the Lord to impart His strength.

If you’d like another prayer along these lines, use these words from hymnist Edwin Hatch: "Breathe on me, breath of God, fill me with life anew, that I may love what Thou dost love, and do what Thou wouldst do.”

“Breathe on me, breath of God until my heart is pure, until my will is one with Thine, to do and to endure.”
Edwin Hatch

Our Daily Bread MinistriesJune 1 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 15-16; John 12:27-50Generous GivingBring all the tithes...
06/01/2026

Our Daily Bread Ministries

June 1 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 15-16; John 12:27-50

Generous Giving

Bring all the tithes . . . so that . . . the foreigners, the fatherless and the widows . . . may come and eat and be satisfied. Deuteronomy 14:28-29

READ Deuteronomy 14:23-29

When Oswald and Biddy Chambers ran a Bible college in London from 1911 to 1915, they continued with their life principle of not turning away those in need. Astute Londoners were aghast at this practice, thinking the college would be taken advantage of. In response, Oswald observed, without inviting others to follow in the practice, “My responsibility is to give. God will look after who asks.”
The couple followed the example of our generous Creator. Through His instructions to Moses, God laid out gracious ways for His people to live and serve others, including the giving of their food and possessions. Moses told the Israelites at the end of every three years to “bring all the tithes” so the Levites, “foreigners, the fatherless and the widows,” could come and “eat and be satisfied” (Deuteronomy 14:28-29). Through the generosity of His people, God cares for the vulnerable.
The Chambers’ trust in God was so strong that they gave willingly and without question. They’d learned to “revere . . . God always” (v. 23) and receive His blessing “in all the work of [their] hands” (v. 29).
We may also feel inspired to give freely while we lean on God for wisdom and discernment. We know that God will generously lead and guide as He provides for the foreigners, the fatherless, and the widows.
By Amy Boucher Pye

REFLECT & PRAY
What’s your view and practice of giving? How has God provided for your physical, emotional, and spiritual needs?
Generous God, I look to You for all I need. I know that You’re the source of all good things. I worship You.

SCRIPTURE INSIGHT
Scripture reveals that God has been generous to us and calls us to be generous to others (Deuteronomy 14:29). The ultimate way that He’s demonstrated His generosity is in the giving of His Son. In Philippians 2, Paul says that Jesus “gave up his divine privileges; . . . he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being” (v. 7 nlt). Then “he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross” (v. 8 nlt). All that we have comes from God, our generous creator. In response, He’ll help us give freely to others.
Bill Crowder

Our Daily Bread MinistriesMay 31 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 13-14; John 12:1-26Extending God’s CareIf only my maste...
05/31/2026

Our Daily Bread Ministries

May 31 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 13-14; John 12:1-26

Extending God’s Care

If only my master would see the prophet who is in Samaria! 2 Kings 5:3

READ 2 Kings 5:1-3, 9-11, 13-14

As a teenager, I had a strained relationship with my churchmate Lisa, so I was dismayed to learn we’d be roommates at our youth summer camp. The week at camp passed smoothly, though, with both of us being civil.
The most anticipated event was a bonfire gathering at the end of the week. On that evening, however, I had a fever. I went to bed early, but I could hear the laughter and music outside. An hour later, I was startled by Lisa, who was taking my temperature. “I’m not joining them at the bonfire,” she said. “You’re sick. I need to stay with you.” Lisa could’ve stayed uninvolved, but she chose to care for me, which lifted my spirits.
We see another example of someone who cared in the story of Naaman. The commander of the Syrian army, Naaman had an Israelite servant girl who’d been taken captive and now “served Naaman’s wife” (2 Kings 5:2). Separated from family and forced to servitude, the girl could’ve chosen to not help her master, who had leprosy. But her faith moved her to help: “She said to her mistress, ‘If only my master would see the prophet who is in Samaria! He would cure him’ ” (v. 3). And God did, in fact, use the prophet Elisha to heal Naaman (vv. 8-14).
Lisa and the Israelite girl chose to help, and God worked through them. Let’s ask God to show us who we can extend His care to and give us the wisdom how.
By Karen Huang

REFLECT & PRAY
Why might you resist helping others? How can helping others allow them to see God’s care for them?
Dear God, I’ve experienced so much help from You. Please use me to help others.

SCRIPTURE INSIGHT
At the time of Elisha, Naaman was the only l***r who’d been healed (2 Kings 5:1-14; see Luke 4:27). A young girl from Israel had been forcefully taken to a foreign country and was enslaved to serve Naaman’s household (2 Kings 5:2). It would’ve been understandable for her to rejoice that her enemy had leprosy. Yet, she told him that the God of Israel—through the prophet Elisha—had the power to heal him (v. 3). This is an example of “[overcoming] evil with good” (Romans 12:21). Galatians reminds us to “do good to all people” (6:10). Today, we can ask God to show us how we can show His love to others.
K.T. Sim

Submission of MaryMAY 30, 2026Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your wor...
05/31/2026

Submission of Mary
MAY 30, 2026

Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.” Luke 1:38

Recommended Reading: Luke 2:51

Perhaps the most important thing we know about Mary, the mother of Jesus, comes from her own words to the angel Gabriel when she was told of God’s plan for her.

First, she referred to herself as a “maidservant of the Lord.” This word could be translated as “servant,” “bondservant,” or “slave.” It carried with it the idea of compulsion or obligation—that is, a role that Mary wasn’t free to reject. How did Mary come to view herself as a young woman obligated to serve God with her life? We don’t know. But we do know that her commitment to God resulted in Gabriel referring to her as “highly favored” in God’s sight (Luke 1:28). Second was her response to Gabriel’s announcement: “Let it be to me according to your word.” Once she received the amazing explanation of how she, a virgin, could give birth to a baby (Luke 1:35), there was no hesitation, questioning, or debate. Mary simply said “Yes” to God.

When it comes to submitting to God, the fewer words the better. Only one word is truly necessary: Yes.

“The essence of sin is arrogance; the essence of salvation is submission.”
Alan Redpath

Our Daily Bread MinistriesMay 30 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 10-12; John 11:30-57Imitating God’s ForgivenessBe kind ...
05/30/2026

Our Daily Bread Ministries

May 30 | Bible in a Year: 2 Chronicles 10-12; John 11:30-57

Imitating God’s Forgiveness

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32

READ Ephesians 4:25-32

I used to work with a woman named Madge, who was an amazing cook. “You should taste my pea and ham soup!” she said one day. After replying that I really didn’t like peas, Madge smiled and said, “You will after you try my soup.” The next day she handed me a container of her soup, made especially for me.
“Did you try my soup?” Madge asked me a couple of days later. “I will—soon!” I said, hoping she wouldn’t ask me again. But she did—the next day, and the next. “Don’t leave it too long or it’ll spoil,” she added on the fourth day.
A week later, Madge’s uneaten soup had spoiled, and I threw it away. I felt dread as she approached me. “You did try my soup, didn’t you?” she asked.
“Yes,” I said. “It was . . . delicious.”
In Ephesians 4, Paul calls us to deal with speech-related sins like angry words (v. 26), unwholesome talk (v. 29), and slander (v. 31). But before these comes a more basic call to “speak truthfully to your neighbor” (v. 25). I had looked at Madge and told her a lie. I knew what I needed to do.
I walked into Madge’s office, confessed my lie, and sheepishly asked for her forgiveness. Madge walked to me and gave me a hug. “Of course I forgive you,” she said. “How could I not, when I know how much God’s forgiven me?”
By Sheridan Voysey

REFLECT & PRAY
How many sinful words or actions has God forgiven you for? How can that reminder help you forgive someone today, with the Holy Spirit’s strength?
Forgiving God, please enable me to forgive others.
For further study, read The Risk of Forgiveness.

SCRIPTURE INSIGHT
Paul sets up these instructions in Ephesians 4:25-32 by reminding his readers what life was like without Christ: “You must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardening of their hearts” (vv. 17-18). Then he implicitly acknowledges how every believer in Jesus once lived that way: “You must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body” (v. 25). As we shed our old way of living, exchanging it for the new life in Christ, we’ll find it natural—even fulfilling—to “be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you” (v. 32).
Tim Gustafson

Friday, May 29Be a Friend  By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:35...
05/30/2026

Friday, May 29
Be a Friend

By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:35

Far too many churches and denominations have been founded for reasons that were less than loving. Yet Jesus told His disciples that love among Christians would be the hallmark of those who follow Him. He gave His disciples a new name—He called them friends rather than servants. And a new command: As friends, they were to love one another.

Recommended Reading: John 15:12-15

If all followers of Jesus are His friends, that makes all followers of Jesus friends with one another. As mutual friends, love for one another is to be what separates Christians from the world. So serious was Jesus about love for one other that He said it would require laying down one’s life for one’s friends—which is what He did for His friends (John 15:13). Do you have a friend who would lay down his or her life for you? Are you the kind of friend who would lay down your life? “Friend” is a covenant term in Scripture (James 2:23). Under the old covenant, a true friend was closer than a blood brother (Proverbs 18:24).

Be the kind of friend you would like to have and show the world that you are a friend of Jesus.

“In necessary things, unity; in doubtful things, liberty; in all things, [love].”
Richard Baxter

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