Religious Liberty

One of the ways to take action against the threats to our religious liberty that we spoke about Sunday is to sign the Manhattan Declaration here: www.manhattandeclaration.org. Also, read this article about how in Canada, Christians are already losing the freedom to make choices according to their convictions.

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Guest Speaker Larry Page

On July 1st, guest speaker Larry Page from the Arkansas Faith and Ethics Council presented a message titled "Understanding Devotion and Commitment to a Higher Purpose."  We were privileged to have Larry with us Sunday.  You will enjoy his timely message mixed with good humor.

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Love Is Not Rude or Self-Seeking

"[Love] is not rude..."

I will be gentle in my words and actions

I will ask before I take and take notice of your cares and concerns

"It is not self-seeking"

I will put your needs before mine.

I will consider my way subordinate to God's way and your way.


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Love Does Not Boast; It Is Not Proud

Love Does Not Boast

I will refuse to out myself above you with my words

I will remember that all I have comes from God and wait for Him to exalt me

Love Is Not Proud

I will seek a broken spirit and lift you up

I will have a servant's heart: I am your servant because I am God's servant.
The message started with this video (I know, a rotten thing to do on Fathers Day):




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Love Does Not Envy

"Love... does not envy..."

I will take joy in what God gives you and accept what God gives me with joy

I will take pride in your accomplishments

How is envy antithetical to love?  Why does God command us not to envy (or "covet")?

This week we explored the truth that "love...does not envy" (1 Corinthians 13:4).  Before you listen, you might want to take the "Envy Test" (after the jump) to test where you are in your battle against envy in your life.

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Love Is Kind

“Love is kind…”

I will look for needs you have that I can meet.

I will show concern for you and help you when you need me.

 

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New Free Audiobook: Hearing God

Hearing God is one of my favorite books I've ever read.  It gives a lot of great insight into what it means to listen to and hear God and follow his direction.  And now it's free to download in audiobook form from ChristianAudio.com.

Dallas Willard is one of my favorite authors.  I've really liked everything I've read from him.  This is a really good opportunity to get a book that will impact your life for free.  Check it out!