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10/24/2024

Word for our way........
"Inside everyone of us, every person on Earth is born with a dysfunction. An inclination to do the very thing we despise--Wrong doing , falling short, falling down, Its sin no matter what you call it. The cure ? JESUS. Nothing else will do, nothing else can fix us. We were made to crave him ! HE is the only one who can make us whole ! Hes the creator of TRUE Love."
We want all of you and all the people to know that this man was made well by the power of Jesus Christ from Nazareth. You crucified him, but God raised him from the dead. This man was crippled, but he is now well and able to stand here before you because of the power of Jesus. 11 Jesus is ‘the stone that you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone. Jesus is the only One who can save people. No one else in the world is able to save us.”(Ac 4:10–12)
Be blessed ! Pastor
Mark C Snyder

10/24/2024

I was thinking about....
Now Calling......... You?
Isaiah 6:8 “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
Several times a year, I have this deep desire to be with the ocean. It is hard to explain. It is just where I want to be. It is like a balm to my heart. The season doesn't matter. Cold weather, hot or in between, I just want to be there. Some call that the call of the sea. There are different calls like that. The call of the mountains, the call of adventure. The destination is different, but the nature of the call is the same. Its lure is based in His nature, and God's will.
Many find The Call of God mysterious. I don't, but I will tell you, we Christians complicate it a lot. Whether it is the Call to Salvation or the call to service, it is always based in HIS nature, never ours. His call is NOT based on some skill set we have. We all have natural abilities God may or may not choose to use. More importantly, it is not going to be at the time or place of our choosing. We call Him Father and Lord, why then would we expect Him to do as we see fit or when we think it will occur?
It will all happen according to His will, His time table and His all knowing desires for you, His servant.
In today's reading we see the call of Isaiah. What a vision of the throne room of Heaven. Even reading it is enough to make you fall down and worship. Two things are clearly seen. First is purification. A three times Holy God can never have dealings with sinful man. See how God must PURGE the Prophet. Praise God for the Atonement of Jesus. Isaiah’s Heart needed to be purified to receive the call. Today, personal holiness is seldom discussed in our churches.
Believe this, it is a concept that is as applicable today as it was in Isaiah's day. The holy lifestyle or purity of the believer is based on our vision of God and He is Holy. Ours must be as well. That's why confession, a 1 John 1:9 confession, as a part of prayer, is so important. Mat. 5:8 tells us that its the PURE pf heart that will see God. They will see Him now--In every situation He places in front of us. We will also be blessed with seeing Him in the world to come.
Purity of our heart is key. The second stand out from Isaiah's call is confession, which must forever be linked with personal holiness. When Isaiah confesses, which simply means to agree with how God sees it, he is saying God, I too am part of Israel and guilty as them, forgive me, cleanse me. Cleanse US.
Lastly, he is saying use me. Holy living, purity of heart, mind and motive, along with availability are keys.
Do you hear His call? How will YOU respond?
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for always being there. Help us to open our hearts to Your calling for us, whatever that may be, and to remember that we must keep our hearts and lives as holy as You are. Help us to confess our sins so that we may hear You. We know we are not worthy, yet You have cleansed us and provided for us so that we may be. We love You and wait for Your calling of us. We praise Your holy name. Amen.

10/24/2024

10/18/2024

"I would rather have a closed door remain closed, then kick it open only to discover it was God who locked it!"

24 “Try hard to enter through the narrow door, because many people will try to enter there, but they will not be able. 25 When the owner of the house gets up and closes the door, you can stand outside and knock on the door and say, ‘Sir, open the door for us.’ But he will answer, ‘I don’t know you or where you come from.’ 26 Then you will say, ‘We ate and drank with you, and you taught in the streets of our town.’ 27 But he will say to you, ‘I don’t know you or where you come from. Go away from me, all you who do evil! (Luke 13:24 to 27 )

Now that's whats up !!

10/18/2024

Exodus 2:11
Moses and ministry
I cannot believe it, it will soon be a year since I began writing these humble offerings. It has been quite a time of teaching from the Lord; lessons that I would never have otherwise learned. Lessons such as being dependent on God and not my own abilities. So many lessons. He prepares us for ministry with them. Without those lessons, I would never have been able to stay faithful.
Thinking on all this, it brought Moses to mind. From the time he was first burdened for his people, until he became Gods agent for delivering his people was 40 years. It has been said that it took as long to get the Egypt out, as it took to get in. Certainly, it was long enough for Moses to learn a few lessons on Shepherding. One of the largest, most profitable lessons he learned was the importance of a personal relationship with God. They were even on a first name basis (LOL V14). Moses’ faith became based on that relationship. Like me, learning the foolishness of self-dependence is key. The more intimate our relationship becomes the richer, fuller and deeper our walk grows. As all this is taking place, Jesus is preparing us ministry. Preparing his children to meet the needs of Gods people; calling them to a fuller, deeper walk is mine. Where has he called you? Have you asked? Are you listening? Let us pray:
Lord, we are a people called by your name. Called by others and most importantly called by you. Just like Moses, we are all called to work your fields, to gather your sheep. Lord we are listening for your call to service. Prepare us to respond as you show us the needs. Help us to realize that if we are burdened for a cause, we are hearing you. Prepare us Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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10/18/2024

Minute Messages............
Rom 12:2
1st Tim. 1:18 and 19
Life before and after
Look back with me to your B.C. days. As in before you met Christ. Were you ever troubled by something you did? I'm not talking about being sorry you got caught but being sorry for the act. Most everyone can think of something. Well that was your natural conscience. It is different from conviction. When were born again, we are both sealed by and given The Holy Spirit of God. The Holy Spirit supercharges and intertwines with our conscience. That combined with the witness of The Spirit, makes us acutely aware when we even think about a sinful act. So how is it that some Christians find themselves involved in horrific sin? There are several reasons. First off, Any believer can CHOOSE to do as THEY desire over what God has shown to them as proper. It doesn't necessarily mean that person has not been saved; it does mean they have a problem with Christ’s Lordship in there life. Another reason could be that they simply don't know it is wrong or a sin. Romans 12:2 Tells us to renew our minds. We need to start from they day were reborn to rewrite our hearts and minds. This is done by study, getting into the word. Learning what Jesus wants us to do, how to live as a Christian. I recommend to all new believers to begin to study the Book of James. It is a basic training manual for new believers. If you have never done so, do it. It is well worth it if you want to be a pleasing Child. Additionally we need to APPLY the word to our lives. By doing so, we show wisdom. Every time I give a bible to someone, I inscribe the following: Sin will keep you from this book, or This Book will keep you from sin. The Choice is yours.
Lastly, Prayer. I mean 1 on 1, touching the thrown room prayer. As in any relationship, constant meaningful communication is the key. We learn likes, dislikes, wants and desires this way. I am often asked how I or anyone stays "On fire" for the Lord. This is it. I will promise, if this is a picture of your spiritual life, You are living for God and are "Tight" with him.
Let us Pray:
Almighty and everlasting GOD, you have given us principals in your Word that if applied to our hearts and lives we will be a pleasing child. One that makes you smile and say "Well done my good and faithful servant, enter into your rest "When our work on this earth is done”. It is the real prize awaiting us. I pray for that one who is caught up in sin that they knew better than to do. Help them to come to you and rejoin us in fellowship. We love you Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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10/18/2024

The Rock of God’s Love
1 John 4:7-10 “7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who iloves is born of God and knows God. 8 He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. 9 jIn this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. 10 In this is love, lnot that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. 11 Beloved, If God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” NKV
Psalm 36:7 “How precious is Your loving kindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.”
God is LOVE. This portion of scripture is possibly one of the most over used in all of the bible. However, it is an awesome statement of God’s character. The Bible is filled with scriptures speaking of Gods unearned, undeserved and unending love for us. Whenever I think of God’s Love, I think of 1 Corinthians 13:13. This verse tells us it is a greater virtue than Faith and Hope, because we are expressing the essence of God, and because the sum of the law is to love (esteem) others before ourselves. (Romans 13:8, 1 John 4:11) God is little by little shaping and molding us into the image of Christ. It is only natural that a God whose very character is love, would want to reproduce it in us. John 3:16 reminds us that love is demonstrated by giving. The highest demonstration of love is seen in the cross. The Father gave the Son, The Son gave His life for our Salvation. "No greater love is there than this: For a man to lay his life down for his friends." (John 15:13) What does it say that Jesus laid His life down for His enemies as well! Love is NEVER measured by what it gets out of you, but rather by what it costs you to give it. Jesus, Who is love typified, gave ALL, everything for you and me, as the single greatest demonstration of love ever seen. The Atonement of Jesus. LOVE incarnate gave us all He had to give. That is how Paul, emulating Jesus, desired to be "broken bread and poured out wine". Paul was prepared to hold nothing back. He wanted to serve Christ with the same "give all" attitude of Jesus. How can we think of ourselves as pleasing children with a Sunday and Wednesday only attitude? He loves us 24/7 and little doubt weeps for us as often. God’s Love is the rock on which we stand before Him. What will you say to Him? Lord, I loved and gave some? Or Lord I gave all!
Let us pray:
My Lord, You demonstrated Your love for us by action. Yet we as humans are constantly looking for love here and accepting mere words as proof. This can be such a cruel world, where love is spoken often and withdrawn at morning light. We, as humans toss the word about as if it meant nothing. All the while You have demonstrated true love. You gave all! Forgive us for wounding each other. Help us to love as You have loved us, with a love not based on our worthiness, but given none the less. Thank You for loving us. We need You so. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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10/17/2024

From the Pastors study..........
More than enough
Mat. 6:33-34
Phil. 4:12I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little.
When I read Phil. 4:12, Paul's attitude, his....mindset just amazes me. He was simply content to serve. simply over joyed to be a tool to be used for God, by God. Full pockets or empty, it was "All Good" Its my belief that that Paul knew a secret. He knew that as Christ said in Mat 6:33,34 "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."
He didn't Worry, God was on the throne. His Savior was well in control. He knew He was the author and finisher of "More than enough "Jesus makes it Very clear in Mat. 6:25 that He has our needs covered. Like Paul we are free to walk in the Spirit, or by the Spirits directives. God has given us today to bring him Glory. Tomorrow will be a whole new one. He has provided us with "more than enough for today and all days. In Mark 6:33 to 44 People were following Christ for the freebies, not for who he is, Savior, not because he loved them. They were believing him for something ,in stead of simply believing ON Him.
We can still simply "Take no thought for tomorrow" He has that all covered. We can simply seek the Kingdoms work, and serve him as Paul did, utilizing the Secret ...I can do ALL things through Christ who gives me strength." Phil. 4:13
Lets pray,
Father, Serving you is a privilege. Its in our DNA since rebirth. Only you can make service an act of worship from the heart. "People need the Lord", as the song goes. Help us to stand in the gap, and with a song of Joy on our lips serve you. Help us to be your hands and Feet this day and all to come.
For Kingdoms sake, Pastor Mark C Snyder
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10/04/2024

Occurrences in your life are either a stumbling block or a stepping stone , YOU decide which it is
Remember this, and shew yourselves men: bring it again to mind, O ye transgressors. 9 Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, 10 Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure. Isa. 46:8 to 10 Now that's whats up !!
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10/03/2024

Minute Messages..........
Matthew 5:23,24
Forgiving and being forgiven, and Mercy.
It is such a common thing. We almost never give it a thought, even though we should be considering it very carefully. It is the things we give back to the Lord. It may be a monetary offering on a Sunday or the tithe of our time and talents.
Today's reading puts a different light on the subject whether it is a known sin in our lives or a conflict with someone. It needs to be addressed.
I think what needs to be pointed out is that having it resolved is almost a secondary thing in the Lords teaching here. If it is possible, great, but when we are dealing with people it can be complex and often time is needed.
What is important for us to note is that the response of the other party in the conflict is irrelevant. It is all about OUR obedience to Christ that matters.. At the very least we should make an attempt at reconciliation. At Little Germany Church, we are working through the Beatitudes. Mat. 5:7 reminds us the Blessed are the MERCERYFUL.... We must give to others the very things we require.
The same is to be done prior to having communion. We need to examine ourselves. Our thoughts and conscience should be clear before we come before the Lord. How awesome it is to have a clear heart through confession to God. Be at peace with others and stand in his presence. A wash in his Glory!
Join us Tomorrow as we celebrate New Members, and Next Sunday as we look deeper into Mat. 5:7.
Let us pray:
Father please forgive not only those around me who I feel may have done me wrong, but also myself for I know I too have wronged you and those around me. I try daily to walk your walk, but I am only human and do falter. I know that it is through your love and grace I am a better person. Thank you for blessing me in the way that you have. I ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.
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10/01/2024

Odd scripture for one's birthday, but the older I get the more I long for home. It just means that there is a finish line out there somewhere. between here and there, its peddle to the floor, full speed for King and Kingdom! !

The LORD All-Powerful will prepare a feast
on this mountain for all people.
It will be a feast with all the best food and wine,
the finest meat and wine.
7 On this mountain God will destroy
the veil that covers all nations,
the veil that stretches over all peoples;
8 he will destroy death forever.
The Lord GOD will wipe away every tear from every face.
He will take away the shame of his people from the earth.
The LORD has spoken.
9 At that time people will say,
“Our God is doing this!
We have waited for him, and he has come to save us.
This is the LORD. We waited for him,
so we will rejoice and be happy when he saves us.”(Is 25:6–9)