Grace United Methodist Church, Greenville, MO

Grace United Methodist Church, Greenville, MO Sunday Worship 9:00 -10:00 a.m
Celebrate Recovery 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Big shout out to my newest top fans! đź’Ž Julie Hudson Wasser, Hansel Barker, Barbara HixsonDrop a comment to welcome them ...
06/25/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! đź’Ž Julie Hudson Wasser, Hansel Barker, Barbara Hixson

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

06/25/2026

COME WORSHIP WITH US!!!!

06/23/2026

Coffee and Conversation
Tue 6:30 p.m.
Mystery Movie
We have watched The Shack, Radio , and Second Hand Lions...
Wonder what it will be....don't want to miss out!!

06/23/2026

Bible in a Year – Week 23
Day 161 – Spiritual Warfare
1 John 4:4 – Greater Is He

“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the One who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” – 1 John 4:4

Spiritual warfare can sound intimidating.

There is a real enemy, real temptation, and real spiritual battles.

But this verse reminds us of an even greater reality:

God is greater.

Greater than fear.
Greater than temptation.
Greater than discouragement.
Greater than anything the enemy can bring against us.

We do not stand alone.

The Holy Spirit lives within us.

Cathy Commentary

I think sometimes we spend so much time talking about the enemy that they forget who God is.

Yes, spiritual warfare is real.

But so is God's power.

John doesn't tell us to be afraid.

He reminds us who lives inside us.

"Greater is He..."

Not greater is my willpower.

Not greater is my knowledge.

Not greater is my strength.

Greater is He.

That's good news because there are days when I don't feel very strong.

Days when I feel overwhelmed.

Days when the problem in front of me seems bigger than I am.

And honestly, sometimes it is bigger than I am.

But it is NEVER bigger than God.

This verse shifts the focus.

Instead of staring at the battle, we look at the One fighting with us.

Instead of focusing on the size of the problem, we remember the greatness of our God.

The enemy wants us to feel defeated before the battle even starts.

God reminds us that we belong to Him.

And the One who lives in us is greater.

Always.

Journal Prompt
What battle, fear, or struggle do I need to stop magnifying and start placing in God's hands?

Prayer 🙏

Lord,

Thank You for reminding me that I do not face spiritual battles alone.

When fear tries to overwhelm me, help me remember that You are greater.

When I feel weak, remind me of Your strength.

When I feel defeated, remind me of Your victory.

Help me walk in confidence today, knowing that the One who lives in me is greater than anything I face.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

06/23/2026

What's one thing God taught you yesterday?"

Bible in a Year – Week 23Day 160 – Spiritual WarfareJames 4:7 – Submit and Resist“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resis...
06/22/2026

Bible in a Year – Week 23
Day 160 – Spiritual Warfare
James 4:7 – Submit and Resist

“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” – James 4:7

Spiritual victory begins with surrender.

Before James tells us to resist the devil, he tells us to submit to God.

That's important.

We cannot successfully resist temptation, fear, or spiritual attacks in our own strength.

Our strength comes from staying close to God and living under His authority.

Submission isn't weakness.

It's choosing God's way over our own.

Cathy Commentary

I think most of us like the second half of this verse better.

"Resist the devil, and he will flee."

We like that part.

But before we can resist, James says we must submit.

That's the harder part.

Because submission means letting God be God.

It means trusting Him when I don't understand!

It means surrendering my attitude, my plans, my fears, and sometimes even my right to be right.

I've learned that the closer I stay to God, the easier it is to recognize the enemy's lies.

When I'm praying, reading Scripture, and staying connected to Christ, I can usually spot those lies a lot quicker.

But when I drift, everything gets fuzzier.

James gives us a simple battle plan:

Stay close to God.

Stand against the enemy.

Trust God with the outcome.

And here's the promise: the devil doesn't have the final say.

When we stand firm in Christ, he flees.

Journal Prompt
What is one area of my life that I need to fully surrender to God instead of trying to control myself?

Prayer

Lord,

Help me submit every area of my life to You.

Show me where I am holding on too tightly and teach me to trust You more.

Give me strength to resist temptation, fear, and the lies of the enemy.

Keep me close to You and grounded in Your truth.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

Bible in a Year – Week 23Day 159 – Spiritual Warfare1 Peter 5:8–9 – Alert and Resistant“Be alert and of sober mind. Your...
06/21/2026

Bible in a Year – Week 23
Day 159 – Spiritual Warfare
1 Peter 5:8–9 – Alert and Resistant

“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith...” – 1 Peter 5:8–9

Peter reminds us that spiritual warfare is real.

We have an enemy who would love to distract, discourage, divide, and defeat us.

That's why we're called to stay alert.

Not fearful.

Not obsessed with the enemy.

Just aware.

God calls us to stand firm in our faith and resist the attacks that try to pull us away from Him.

Cathy Commentary

I find it interesting that Peter says the devil is like a roaring lion.

A lion's roar can be intimidating.

It can make you think you're in more danger than you really are.

And honestly, that's how the enemy often works.

He roars through fear.

Through worry.

Through discouragement.

Through those moments when everything feels bigger than it really is.

I've noticed that when I'm tired, overwhelmed, hurt, or isolated, I'm more vulnerable to believing lies.

That's why Peter says to stay alert.

Pay attention to what is happening in your heart.

Pay attention to what you're feeding your mind.

Pay attention to the things that pull you away from prayer, peace, and God's truth.

The good news is Peter doesn't say, "Run."

He says, "Resist him."

Stand firm.

Hold onto your faith.

Remember who you belong to.

The enemy may roar, but he doesn't get the final word.

Jesus does.

Journal Prompt
What areas of my life make me most vulnerable to fear, discouragement, or spiritual attack?

Prayer

Lord,

Help me stay alert and grounded in You.

When fear tries to overwhelm me, remind me of Your presence.

When discouragement comes, strengthen my faith.

Help me recognize the enemy's lies and stand firmly in Your truth.

Thank You that I do not face these battles alone.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

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