Florence Oregon Seventh-day Adventist Church

12/15/2025

12/31/2024

Exciting News! Join Our New 3 Rivers Adventists page!"

"Hello, Florence Seventh Day Adventists!

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new page, 3 Rivers Adventists! This page is designed to bring together our three coastal churches - Florence, Waldport, and Reedsport - to share news, events, and inspiration from our community.

Our new page will be more active, featuring regular updates, devotional thoughts, and community news. We'll also use this platform to share upcoming events, and outreach programs, so you'll always be in the know!

By joining our new page, you'll be part of a vibrant online community that celebrates our shared faith and connection to the Oregon coast. We'll feature content that uplifts, inspires, and informs, so be sure to follow us and invite your friends!

Click this link to join our new 3 Rivers Adventists page: https://vist.ly/3mrany7
We're excited to connect with you on this new platform and look forward to seeing you there!

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04/02/2024

FREE NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SEMINAR STARTS THIS THURSDAY, APRIL 4, IN FLORENCE
Oregon has one of the nation’s highest rates of depression and suicide—and Lane County the highest in Oregon.
Millions throughout North America are struggling with their mental health. In fact, over 20% of Americans experience mental illness in any given year.
What’s causing this epidemic—and more importantly, what can be done to help fight it? Attend the FREE MindFit National Seminar in Florence on April 4, 5 & 6 at the Florence Seventh-day Adventist Church at 6:00 p.m. each evening, plus 10:30 a.m. on April 6.
By breaking down harmful stigmas and highlighting effective treatments, the Mindfit seminar aims to provide hope for those who are struggling with mental health challenges, as well as for their loved ones.
Admission is free.
Please see the trailer and register at MindFitEvent.com.

10/12/2023

📖💕 "But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." - Matthew 5:44 💓📖

Loving our enemies - undoubtedly, this is among Jesus' most challenging teachings. But, what exactly does He mean? Does He ask us to ignore wrongful actions, or disregard our boundaries?

No, He's calling us to separate the person from their actions - loving the sinner, but not the sin. He's guiding us to see every person, however flawed, through the lens of His unfailing love. To pray for them, to wish them well, and to hope for their transformation.

At the same time, it’s important to remember that this love doesn’t mean tolerating mistreatment or failing to set needed boundaries. We can protect ourselves while still exhibiting a Christlike love that offers grace and seeks the good of others.

🤔 Reflect on this: Can we uphold a genuine love even for those who hurt us? Is there a boundary you need to set for your wellbeing, even as you seek to love and pray for others?

Let's strive to reflect the heart of Christ in all our relationships, carrying a love that acknowledges sin yet believes in redemption, and understands the balance between love, grace and personal wellbeing. 🙏💞
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10/09/2023

📖💔 "I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." - Matthew 5:28 🕊️📖

In Jesus' teachings, He often took existing laws and deepened their implications, revealing the heart of God's intent. His teachings on anger, lust, and divorce are rooted in the very essence of love and respect for our fellow human beings.

He challenges us not just to refrain from killing but to refrain from anger, the root cause of harm in relationships. He urges us not only to avoid adultery but to stay away from lustful thoughts, the birthplace of unfaithfulness. Regarding divorce, while lawful in certain circumstances, Jesus advocates for commitment, respect, and relentless pursuit of reconciliation.

His teachings encourage us to look beyond mere compliance to the written law and delve into the spirit of the law—fostering love, nurturing respect, and sustaining commitment.

🤔 Reflect on this: How do we understand and apply these values in our relationships today? Are we nurturing an environment of positive emotions and respect in our interactions with others?

Let's strive to live by the true spirit of God's commands, creating relationships that mirror His love, integrity, and grace. Let treasure and guard our words, thoughts, and actions because they shape us and our relationships. 🙏💓
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10/05/2023

📖⚖️ "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them." - Matthew 5:17 📚📖

Often, we might think of laws as restrictions, a set of do's and don'ts. But when Christ speaks about the Law in this verse, there's a richer, deeper meaning that shines through.

Jesus here affirms that He isn't negating the 'Law or the Prophets' (the Old Testament), but rather fulfilling them. He embodies the true spirit of the Law - love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. He came to perfect the Law, fulfilling prophecies, and setting the ultimate example of a life lived for God.

To be 'righteous', as mentioned in verse 20, isn’t about hard legalistic adherence, but about a heart transformed by God's love, naturally producing a life in harmony with His will.

🤔 Reflect on this: Are we living by the spirit of the Law - showing love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness in our everyday lives? Are our actions grounded in love, and is our righteousness more than just outward compliance?

Let's seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, let's love God wholeheartedly, and our neighbor genuinely, thus honoring God’s law. 🙏💗
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10/02/2023

📖💡 "You are the salt of the earth…You are the light of the world" - Matthew 5:13-16 🕯️📖

Salt and light – everyday elements with powerful symbolism. Jesus employs these vivid metaphors to illustrate our calling as His followers in a world that often seems tasteless and dark.

Salt enhances flavor, and it preserves. As the 'salt of the earth', we can bring the flavor of God's love, truth, and grace into our societies and help preserve the values of compassion and integrity.

Light dispels darkness and guides the way. As the 'light of the world', we can reflect God's illuminating love and truth, exposing wrongs, guiding people towards truth, and giving hope amid despair. Just like a city on a hill cannot be hidden, as the light of the world, our good deeds should be evident, directing all glory to our Heavenly Father.

🤔 Reflect this: Are we living as salt and light in our everyday lives? Are there areas where we're hiding our light or losing our saltiness?

Remember, the world needs the saltiness of our faith and the brightness of our witness more than ever. Let's use our unique talents and spheres of influence to make a sacred difference. 🙏🔆
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09/25/2023

📖💪 "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." - 1 Peter 4:10 🙏📖

The Bible paints a vivid metaphor of us, the believers, as the 'Body of Christ'. It sends an encouraging call for us to be active, not passive, members of this body - hands ready to serve, feet ready to go where needed, and hearts eager to love.

The Church isn't confined within four walls. Our mission doesn't end on Saturdays. Rather, we're called to bring the love, mercy, and message of Jesus into our homes, workplaces, streets, and communities. We are God's hands and feet, and He desires us to be active vessels of His grace in a world crying out for love, justice, and hope.

🤔 Reflect on this: Are we as a church truly serving our community as Jesus would? Are there practical, creative ways we could reach out and make a difference in the lives around us?

Let's arise and step out, using our God-given talents to serve one another, to show love, and to spread the Good News. For in serving others, we serve Christ. And in loving others, we exhibit the heart of God. 🙏💞

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09/21/2023

📖💞 "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28 🕊️📖

While the Bible may not directly address 'depression' as we understand it today, it beautifully captures the raw human emotions of darkness, despair, and inner struggle through the experiences of figures like Job, King David, and even Jesus himself in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Depression can make us feel isolated, trapped, fatigued, or misunderstood. If you're battling depression or know someone who is, remember this: You are not alone. Your pain is real, but so is God's love, compassion, and power to heal and deliver.

Remember, God invites us in our weariness and burdens, to find rest and solace in Him. Through prayer, fellowship, and professional help, healing and hope can be found.

🤔 Reflect on this: Could someone you know be subtly calling out for help? Let's lean on each other, practice empathy, kindness and understanding, reminding each other of God's comfort.

Reach out today, either for help or to help. For it is in our vulnerability and compassion, we witness the power of God's healing love. You are cherished, and you matter. 🙏💕
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