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09/04/2026

John 13:34–35
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

This passage gives us one of the clearest descriptions of what should distinguish those who follow Jesus: love. Jesus does not simply tell His disciples to love people when it is easy or when they deserve it. He gives them a higher standard—“as I have loved you.”

“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another” places love at the center of how God's people should treat one another. Love is more than affection or emotion. It is demonstrated through patience, kindness, forgiveness, compassion, humility, and a willingness to put another person's well-being ahead of our own comfort.

“As I have loved you” gives us the example. Jesus' love was sacrificial and selfless. He served others, showed compassion to those who were hurting, welcomed those who were rejected, and ultimately gave His life for others.

“By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples” reminds us that our actions can become a testimony. People may not remember every word we say about our faith, but they can recognize genuine love when they experience it.

That means our faith should be visible in everyday interactions—with family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, strangers, and even people who may be difficult to love.

Loving others does not mean agreeing with everything they do or allowing ourselves to be mistreated. It means choosing to treat people with dignity, kindness, patience, and compassion while remaining faithful to what we believe is right.

Sometimes the greatest opportunity to demonstrate God's love is with someone who cannot give us anything in return. A kind word, a listening ear, forgiveness, encouragement, or a simple act of service can speak volumes.

Jesus makes it clear: love is not just something we believe—it is something we show.

So today, let love guide your words, your attitudes, and your actions. Let the people you encounter experience something of God's love through the way you treat them.

Prayer:
Lord, help me love others as You have loved me. Teach me to show love through patience, kindness, compassion, forgiveness, and humility. Father, help me love even when it is difficult. When someone frustrates me, disappoints me, or treats me poorly, give me the wisdom and strength to respond with grace rather than anger. Amen.

09/03/2026

1 Peter 4:10
“As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.”

This verse reminds us that the abilities and gifts we have been given are not meant only for our own benefit. God gives each person something unique that can be used to encourage, help, and bless others.

“As every man hath received the gift” reminds us that everyone has something valuable to offer. Our gifts may look different from someone else's. Some may be gifted at teaching or encouraging, while others serve through generosity, compassion, hospitality, practical help, creativity, or simply being willing to show up when someone needs them.

“Even so minister the same one to another” calls us to put those gifts into action. A gift becomes a blessing when we are willing to use it for the benefit of others.

The phrase “good stewards” is especially meaningful. A steward is someone entrusted with something that belongs to another. What we have—our abilities, time, resources, opportunities, and talents—can be viewed as gifts God has placed in our hands. Stewardship means using those gifts faithfully rather than keeping them only for ourselves.

“Of the manifold grace of God” reminds us that God's grace is expressed in many different ways. There is no single way to serve. God can work through countless gifts and personalities to meet the needs of others.

You don't have to compare your gifts with someone else's. What matters is being faithful with what God has entrusted to you.

Sometimes the most meaningful service is something simple: listening to someone who needs to talk, encouraging someone who is discouraged, helping with a task, sharing what you have, or using a skill to make someone else's life a little easier.

Today, ask yourself: “What has God placed in my hands that I can use to bless someone else?”

Then be willing to use it.

Prayer:
Father, show me how to use my gifts to serve others with grace. Help me recognize the abilities, opportunities, and resources You have placed in my hands. Lord, keep me from comparing my gifts with those of others. Help me understand that You have given each of us different ways to serve, and teach me to be faithful with what You have entrusted to me. Amen.

09/03/2026

Happy Birthday Chris Corpening and Punki Phillips!

09/02/2026

Matthew 25:40
“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”

This verse gives us a powerful picture of how seriously Jesus regards the way we treat people who are in need. In Matthew 25, Jesus describes the King separating people according to how they responded to those who were hungry, thirsty, strangers, without clothing, sick, or imprisoned.

“When ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren” reminds us that acts of compassion are never insignificant in God's eyes. The people society may overlook or consider unimportant are still valuable to Him.

“Ye have done it unto me” makes the message even more powerful. Jesus identifies Himself so closely with those in need that caring for them is described as caring for Him. A simple act of kindness can therefore become an expression of our love and devotion to God.

This doesn't mean we have to perform extraordinary acts to make a difference. Sometimes serving others looks very ordinary—a meal for someone who is hungry, a visit to someone who is lonely, helping someone who is struggling, offering encouragement, or simply treating someone with dignity and compassion.

Jesus teaches us to look beyond appearances and circumstances and recognize the value of every person we encounter.

Our faith becomes visible through how we treat others, especially those who cannot repay us or offer us anything in return. When we serve without expecting recognition, we demonstrate genuine love.

So today, ask God to open your eyes to the people around you who may need kindness, encouragement, or practical help. You may never know how much a small act of compassion means to someone—but God sees it.

When we serve others with love, we are serving Christ.

Prayer:
Lord, help me see and serve You in the lives of others. Open my eyes to the needs of the people around me and give me a heart that responds with compassion. Father, help me notice those who are hurting, lonely, struggling, or overlooked. Give me the willingness to offer help without expecting anything in return. Amen.

09/02/2026

Happy Wednesday!

Join us this evening at 6:00 PM for our weekly Bible Study! It’s interactive, engaging, and open to everyone. We’d love to have you with us. Hope to see you there!

732 Stacey Pl SW, Lenoir, NC 28645

09/01/2026

SEPTEMBER — Compassion and Service

Galatians 5:13–14
“For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”

This passage teaches us that the freedom God gives us is not simply freedom from something—it is freedom to love and serve others.

“For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty” reminds us that God calls His people to freedom. But Paul immediately explains that Christian freedom should never become an excuse for selfishness or living only for ourselves.

“By love serve one another” shows us what that freedom is meant to produce. Love is not merely something we feel or talk about; it is demonstrated through our actions. We serve others because we recognize their worth and choose to put love into practice.

“For all the law is fulfilled in one word” points to the central principle behind God's commandments: love your neighbor as yourself. When we genuinely care about others, we naturally become more concerned with their well-being, more willing to help, and more compassionate toward their struggles.

Prayer:
Father, help me serve others with a loving and compassionate heart. Teach me to use the freedom You have given me as an opportunity to show kindness, patience, and love. Lord, help me see the needs of those around me and give me a willing heart to help wherever I can. Amen.

09/01/2026

Happy Anniversary Bill and Reba Brewer and Paul and Martha Jones!

09/01/2026

Happy Birthday Shanon Foster!

08/31/2026

Psalm 37:3
“Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.”

This verse gives us a simple but powerful pattern for living faithfully: trust God and do what is good. Our faith is not meant to remain only in our hearts—it should be reflected in the way we live and treat others.

“Trust in the Lord” means placing our confidence in God's character, wisdom, and faithfulness. We may not always understand what is happening around us, but we can continue to trust the One who does.

“And do good” reminds us that genuine trust should produce faithful action. Because we trust God, we can continue doing what is right even when circumstances are difficult or when we don't immediately see the results.

“So shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed” points to God's provision and care. The original psalm was written in the context of God's people and their life in the land. It encourages them not to abandon faithfulness because of the apparent success of wicked people, but to continue trusting God and living rightly.

Prayer:
Father, help me trust You and act in faithfulness today. Let my trust in You be reflected in the way I live, speak, and treat others. Lord, give me strength to continue doing what is right even when it is difficult or when I don't see immediate results. Amen.

08/30/2026

Proverbs 16:20
“He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.”

This verse brings together two important parts of a faithful life: wisdom and trust. We are called to pay attention to God's instruction, make wise choices, and ultimately place our confidence in Him.

“He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good” reminds us that wisdom matters. Faith does not mean acting carelessly or ignoring good judgment. We should seek understanding, consider our choices carefully, and allow God's principles to guide the way we live.

“And whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he” points to the deeper source of lasting joy. When our trust is placed in God, we don't have to depend on circumstances for our sense of security or peace.

The happiness described here is more than temporary excitement. It is the contentment and blessedness that come from knowing we are walking under God's guidance and can trust Him with the outcome.

Sometimes we may make wise choices and still face difficult circumstances. Trusting God means knowing that even when things don't turn out as we expected, He remains faithful. Our peace does not depend entirely on getting the outcome we wanted.

Prayer:
Lord, help me heed Your Word and trust You fully. Give me wisdom to make good decisions and discernment to recognize the path You would have me take. Father, help me not only hear Your instruction but put it into practice. Let Your wisdom guide my thoughts, choices, and actions. Amen.

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