Grassy Creek United Methodist Church

Grassy Creek United Methodist Church We are a vibrant United Methodist Church dedicated to loving God and serving our community. No matter where you are on your faith journey, you’re welcome here!

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02/01/2026

"The Life God Is Looking For"
Micah 6:1-8

01/31/2026

Service for Sunday, February 1st is canceled due to inclement weather. Please stay safe!

01/25/2026

Homily for January 25, 2026
1 Corinthians 1:10-18
"Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing"

01/25/2026

*ANNOUNCEMENT*
Worship service for January 25th has been canceled due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm!

Lenten Devotion for Friday, March 21stPhilippians 3:20 - 4:1"Our citizenship is in heaven. We look forward to a savior t...
03/21/2025

Lenten Devotion for Friday, March 21st

Philippians 3:20 - 4:1
"Our citizenship is in heaven. We look forward to a savior that comes from there - the Lord Jesus Christ. He will transform our humble bodies so that they are like his glorious body, by the power that also makes him able to subject all things to himself. Therefore, my brothers and sisters, whom I love and miss, who are my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord."

A sobering but meaningful reminder is that life is temporary and death will make an appearance to us all. Paul says that Christian citizenship is rooted in heaven and is the most important citizenship we hold. Paul understood this since he was a citizen of Rome, which offered him certain rights. Yet, in death, those rights conclude. Not for citizens of heaven. Sooner rather than later, you will pass from this life. Paul says that those in Christ experience a bodily resurrection, a transformation from what we were to something like Christ's glorious body. All of this is reliant upon our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ's power. Stand firm in the Lord.

Taken from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Thursday, March 20thPhilippians 3:17-19"Brothers and sisters, become imitators of me and watch those...
03/20/2025

Lenten Devotion for Thursday, March 20th

Philippians 3:17-19
"Brothers and sisters, become imitators of me and watch those who live this way - you can use us as models. As I have told you many times and now say with deep sadness, many people live as enemies of the cross. Their lives end with destruction. Their god is their stomach, and they take pride in their disgrace because their thoughts focus on earthly things."

"Imitation is the greatest form of flattery" is a well-known saying. With regard to this passage, it might go, "Imitation is the greatest form of discipleship."
Disciples of Jesus are to reflect the likeness of Jesus. That means that we must imitate the things that Jesus did. Paul reminds the church to keep the main thing, the main thing. We need examples in the here and now because whom you learn faith from matters. Who lives out love and practices their faith in Jesus Christ in a way that inspires you? If someone imitates your faith in Jesus, what would that look like?

Taken from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Wednesday, March 19thGenesis 15:2-5"But Abram said, 'Lord God, what can you possibly give me, since ...
03/19/2025

Lenten Devotion for Wednesday, March 19th

Genesis 15:2-5
"But Abram said, 'Lord God, what can you possibly give me, since I still have no children? The head of my household is Eliezer, a man from Damascus.' He continued, 'Since you haven't given me any children, the head of my household will be my heir.'"

Abram is skeptical. Understandably so. He doesn't think that God favors him and perhaps wonders if God is capable of providing what he needs and wants. Maybe he worries that he has missed his window of opportunity for God's blessing.
What is impossible for humans is possible for God. Abram and the disciples couldn't see what God saw. Neither can you. You have surveyed the conditions and circumstances and made the discernment that change isn't coming. You could be right - or maybe, you just can't see what God sees. Hold on. Better is coming!

Taken from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Tuesday, March 18thPsalm 27:4-5"I have asked one thing from the Lord- it's all I seek:to live in the...
03/18/2025

Lenten Devotion for Tuesday, March 18th

Psalm 27:4-5
"I have asked one thing from the Lord- it's all I seek:
to live in the Lord's house all the days of my life, seeing the Lord's beauty and constantly adoring his temple.
Because he will shelter me in his own dwelling during troubling times; he will hide me in a secret place in his own tent; he will set me up high, safe on a rock."

Jesus Christ shelters, protects, and saves. Psalm 27's reminder is that Jesus Christ is with us - with you. Right here and now. If things are comfortable, God is there. If life is unsettling - inside you or around you - God will not abandon you. No matter what. Seek Jesus Christ like it is the one thing and not only will you begin to live in union with God, but you will discover God's beauty and experience God's protection.

Taken from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Monday, March 17thPsalm 27:1"The Lord is my light and my salvation. Should I fear anyone? The Lord i...
03/17/2025

Lenten Devotion for Monday, March 17th

Psalm 27:1
"The Lord is my light and my salvation. Should I fear anyone? The Lord is a fortress protecting my life. Should I be frightened of anything?"

Perhaps Jesus was channeling Psalm 27 in Matthew 10:28 when He told the disciples not to be afraid of those who can kill the body but not the soul. The Hebrews and then the disciples faced threats of violence, actual physical harm, and death. Many met that fate. Most of us won't. Yet, you likely will experience negative impacts as you continue your walk with Jesus Christ. It could be personal relationships, your reputation, or your bank account that is affected. Should you fear? You might, but remember, God is protecting you and will never leave you.

Take from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Sunday, March 16thRomans 10:9-13"Because if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and in you...
03/16/2025

Lenten Devotion for Sunday, March 16th

Romans 10:9-13
"Because if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and in your heart you have faith that God raise dhim from the dead, you will be saved. Trusting with the heart leas to righteousness, and confessing with the mouth leads to salvation. The scripture says, 'All who have faith in him won't be put to shame.' There is no distinction between Jew and Greek, because the same Lord is Lord of all and gives righly to all who call on him. 'All who call on the Lord's name will be saved.'"

Paul says that your ability to keep the law isn't what makes you righteous. Our culture says otherwise. If we are decent folks, live somewhat moral lives, then it's good enough - or so we think. Another name for this is "works-based" righteousness. Paul pokes holes in this well-held belief, saying the essentials are to confess Jesus is Lord and have faith that God raised Jesus from the dead. That's it. Your family, religious tradition, and good behavior won't cut it. The essentials come easier when you are confronted with just how broken, sinful, and immoral you are or have been. Believe in Him and call out to Jesus. Salvation begins now.

Take from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Saturday, March 15thGenesis 15:1"After these events, the Lord's word came to Abram in a vision, 'Don...
03/15/2025

Lenten Devotion for Saturday, March 15th

Genesis 15:1
"After these events, the Lord's word came to Abram in a vision, 'Don't be afraid, Abram. I am your protector. Your reward will be very great.'"

Everyone has fear. The places or situations that make you unsettled have probably already entered your mind. "Don't be afraid," is one of the most common phrases in the Bible, usually accompanying an angel delivering shocking and unbelievable news that troubles whoever is receiving it. In this passage, Abram is afraid. He has embarked on a seemingly strange and impossible journey. He is wondering if God has made a mistake. You might have not heard God in a vision or had an angel visit you. Yet you, like Abram, are a part of God's redemption plan. God is calling you to something. I don't know what it is, but it is likely to be a journey that leads out of what you know and toward a deeper love of God, others, and maybe even yourself. If you say yes, you will be scared. At times you'll question the wisdom of it all, wondering if you want to continue. name your fears and ask God for his presence. Look up at the sky and remember, you are not alone. Ask God to reveal the journey for which you are chosen. And then hear God's words to you: "Don't be afraid. I am your protector."

Taken from "The Sanctuary for Lent 2025" by Justin LaRosa

Lenten Devotion for Friday, March 14thLuke 4:13"After finishing every temptation, the devil departed from him until the ...
03/14/2025

Lenten Devotion for Friday, March 14th

Luke 4:13
"After finishing every temptation, the devil departed from him until the next opportunity."

Jesus successfully resisted the devils temptation and he finally left him. However, not forever. For some of us, temptations come in the dark of the night when we are suffering from misfortunes and troubles that show up in the course of life. For others, it isn't when we are low, but when successes come.
Following Jesus to the cross means that we too will wrestle with temptations. There will be times when we make our own way, rely upon our strength and not God's, or give in to worldly pleasures that divert us from the love of God.
Reflect on the times when you have been most tempted. Is it when things are going well, going poorly, or when you are bored?

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