Nortonville United Methodist Church

09/06/2026

At times you may feel insignificant in this world. But the truth is, you do matter. You are important to God, and He is actively involved in your life! 1 John 3:1-3
God Truly Loves you! He calls us His children and we matter to Him!

Matthew 7:7, says, ASK and it will be given to you; SEEK and you will find; KNOCK and the door will be opened to you. Jesus spoke these words during the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus explains to us that a good earthly father gives good gifts to his children, so God—the heavenly Father—will give good things to those who ask Him.

Philippians 4:19 states, "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus". The Apostle Paul wrote from prison and promised that God would meet actual physical and spiritual needs, not necessarily every luxury or personal wish.

08/29/2026

Steps to Pray with Psalm 37:

*Stop worrying (Verses 1-2): Tell God about the things or people making you angry or jealous. Ask Him to help you stop stressing over temporary wrongs.

*Trust and do good (Verse 3): Tell God you choose to rely on Him today. Ask for the strength to do the right thing instead of reacting in anger.

*Find joy in God (Verse 4): Ask God to help you want His presence more than worldly things. Pray that He aligns your personal wishes with His good plans.

*Hand over your burdens (Verse 5): Name the specific heavy situations in your life. Say out loud that you are leaving the final outcome in His hands.

*Be still and wait (Verse 7): Sit quietly in silence for a few minutes. Let go of your need to rush God or fix things yourself.

08/23/2026

What a Joy we have when we Trust God!

08/23/2026

08/15/2026

Isaiah 41:10 "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

08/12/2026

Today we offer this “First Day of School Prayer” to our community.

“We lift up every child and school staff member as a new school year begins.
We pray our students walk with confidence, courage and focus – knowing they are capable, worthy and filled with potential. May their hearts be open to learning, their words be filled with kindness and their days be covered in joy and safety.
We pray for our teachers, that they are given strength, patience and fresh inspiration every day. May their hard work be met with gratitude and may they feel the impact of the lives they touch in ways they may never fully see.
We ask for peace, protection and unity for every school and that the year brings growth, friendship and success for all.”

With Love in Christ,
The United Methodist Church of Nortonville, KY

08/09/2026

Ephesians says: "Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace" (NIV). It calls believers to work hard at staying united in peace.
• Keep, not create: The text says to "keep" or "preserve" unity, meaning the Holy Spirit already made believers one. Our job is to guard it.
• Active effort: It takes hard work, focus, and energy ("make every effort").
• Bond of peace: Peace is the glue that holds Christian relationships together.

08/01/2026

Psalm 25:12 highlights the profound connection between reverence for God and divine guidance in decision-making. In biblical contexts, to "fear" the Lord means to hold Him in absolute awe, respect, and submissive wonder. When you approach life with this mindset, the verse promises that God will actively direct your steps and teach you how to make choices that align with His ultimate wisdom

07/29/2026

Psalms 145:14-21 NLT

The Lord helps the fallen and lifts those bent beneath their loads. The eyes of all look to you in hope; you give them their food as they need it. When you open your hand, you satisfy the hunger and thirst of every living thing. The Lord is righteous in everything he does; he is filled with kindness. The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth. He grants the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cries for help and rescues them. The Lord protects all those who love him, but he destroys the wicked. I will praise the Lord, and may everyone on earth bless his holy name forever and ever.

07/21/2026

FYI,
We are currently collecting for Mountain Mission. The Mission collection truck will pick up on August 5, 2026. You can drop off donations on Sunday, July 26 & Sunday, August 2, 2026. We will be there from 12:30pm until 2:45 both Sundays.

For those of you who may not know; the United Methodist Mountain Mission (UMMM) is a nonprofit serving Eastern Kentucky since 1943. It provides gently used clothing, furniture, and household items at affordable prices through eight "Opportunity Stores". The mission relies on regional donations, operating collection trucks that stop at partnering churches.