AMPED Young Adult Ministry FLC

AMPED Young Adult Ministry FLC We are a Young Adult Ministry in Cyril, OK. We just want to show the world that just because we are young doesn't mean we don't love Jesus! 1 Timothy 4:12

06/24/2026

“Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise you will be condemned.”
‭‭James‬ ‭5‬:‭12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Here we find a biblical principle that is seemingly hard for many of us to follow in our day-to-day lives. James warns us above all, do not swear, not by heaven or by earth or anything else for that matter. Instead, James tells us that when it comes to responding to someone, there are only two answers one can commit to: yes or no. Jesus even tells us in Matthew 5:36-37 the same thing and takes it a bit further, “all you need to say is simply yes or no, anything else beyond this comes from the evil one.” So what is the reason for this? Well, according to the law, people were required to be true to the oath taken. Also, these oaths were taken in God’s name. This should not be done, especially if the oath turns out to be false or if the oath is not carried through completion. So I would challenge you with this today: make sure your response is simple and one you can hold true to, whether it's a yes or a no. These two responses are reliable and can be counted on. Be honest, be direct, and be honorable in the commitments that you make. How can I pray for you today?

06/21/2026

Welcome Church! This is the day that the Lord has made!! Come and worship with us and receive the Word of God today.œœ

06/17/2026

“Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.”
‭‭James‬ ‭5‬:‭10‬-‭11‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Recently, I heard a young man speak after returning from summer camp. He mentioned that, as Christians, when we share the Gospel with others, we often speak a lot about freedom and the blessings from God when we walk with Him, but we tend not to mention the suffering that comes with walking with Him. He went on to say that suffering isn’t a bad thing, we shouldn’t shy away from it, and that we should actually embrace it in our walk. Here, James reminds us of the same understanding: being patient in suffering and looking to the life of the prophets, which clearly shows this example. We see that those who have suffered patiently and persevered are counted as blessed. James even speaks of Job, his example of life, and the compassion and mercy God showed him as he was patient in his suffering. So my question to you today is this: Are you patient in suffering? Does your life reflect the examples set before us by the godly men and women who have suffered patiently, counting it a blessing to suffer for God? How you suffer, I believe, says a lot about where you stand. Do we do it patiently? Do we do it in frustration? Do we do it with a cheerful and faithful heart? Reflect on this. How can I pray for you today?

06/10/2026

“So be patient, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s return. Think of how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the ground and is patient for it until it receives the early and late rains. You also be patient and strengthen your hearts, for the Lord’s return is near. Do not grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, so that you may not be judged. See, the judge stands before the gates! As an example of suffering and patience, brothers and sisters, take the prophets who spoke in the Lord’s name.”
‭‭James‬ ‭5‬:‭7‬-‭10‬ ‭NET‬‬

Being patient is not something this world produces in us; biblically, patience is a fruit of the Spirit that lives within us as believers (Galatians 5:22-23). James shares the importance of developing and maintaining a patient mindset in our Christian walk and in our waiting on the Lord. James tells us to be patient and strengthen our hearts. This means we should not just sit idly by waiting for the Lord’s return, but rather be diligently waiting on the Lord. It matters how we wait. We don’t grumble and gripe at or with our brothers and sisters; instead, we look at how those before us conducted themselves. Through suffering and patience, they remained faithful. Can you commit to a life that no matter suffering or prosperity in the waiting, that you will be patient and faithful? This is the life of a mature believer. Can you accept the challenge, accept the cost, and remain patient and faithful in the waiting? How can I pray for you today?

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