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Busy Sunday, Braden Up To Preach
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Tomorrow, Braden Greer will be preaching from our next Ephesians passage: chapter 4, verses 25-32. This will be Braden’s first time preaching on a Sunday, and I’m so excited to learn from this gifted man.
Bob Kauflin will lead our time of singing, and since it’s the first Sunday of the month, we’ll begin memorizing a new hymn. For February it’s “Be Thou My Vision.” We will also take time to pray for the nation of Tajikistan as well as our own nation and our new President.
January 30 2009 at 4:03 pm
More Covenant Life Members Head to Uganda
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Covenant Life members Su Shannon and Rose Simpson (Su on left above, Rose on right) are departing tonight on a Uganda medical missions trip coordinated by Doug Hayes of Covenant Mercies. About 20 folks from various Sovereign Grace churches are participating. (Covenant Mercies is a ministry offshoot of Covenant Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, Pa.)
Su is part of an advance group that will arrive three days early to set up a pharmacy and facilities in preparation for the doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants and administrators who make up the rest of the team, which includes Rose.
Su e-mailed and requested prayer that they will be able to get all their medical bins and supplies through customs and to the village of Kiburara without incident or delay. I’d like to encourage everyone to also pray for safe travel for the entire team on the long drives from Entebbe to Kiburara and back, that the Lord would use their service to bless the community there, and that many would come to know the Savior as a result of this ministry.
Our hearts and prayers are with you, ladies!
January 29 2009 at 4:10 pm
The New Name Is “Next”
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After ten years, we’re giving New Attitude a new name. New Attitude—that is, the name—is over. This year we’re launching Next. The event takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23-26, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md. Here’s a quick Q & A:
Why change the name?
The name New Attitude was a holdover from a magazine I published many years ago, but it really has no connection with what the conference is about. The name “Next” better captures the vision that’s always been at the core of this event.
What is the vision of Next?
So much of the heart and mission of this event will be the same. The vision of Next is to gather worshipers of Jesus Christ who burn with a passion to see the gospel transferred to the next generation.
Are there any common misconceptions about the name “Next”?
Some might think the name Next is preoccupied with what is new, the latest or the “next thing.” Or even the idea that the “next generation” is more exciting because young is better than old. Actually, it’s just the opposite. We’re not concerned with what is new. We’re not here to innovate. We want to proclaim, understand and faithfully transmit truth from God’s Word that never changes—truth that is solid and sound and old. And we’re not fascinated with the next generation because it’s better. We just love Jesus and we want whoever is coming behind us to know him, love him and worship him with us.
Who should come to this conference?
Over the years New Attitude has come to be thought of as a “singles conference” or a “college event.” But Next recognizes that transferring the gospel is not limited to an age group or a marital status. I view it as an opportunity to introduce attendees to the faithful pastors and theologians who have most deeply affected my life. There’s no generation gap. There’s only rapt attention and joy in the glorious gospel that transcends all cultures and ages.
We hope to see you in Baltimore!
January 27 2009 at 4:40 pm
Praying for Our President
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This Sunday we’ll take time during the meeting to pray for our new President and his administration. To help us pray effectively, I wanted to share the following article written by my friend, Ligon Duncan. (Ligon is Senior Minister of First Presbyterian Church in Jackson, Miss., an author, theologian, and part of Together for the Gospel.) Regardless of your political affiliation, I would encourage you to read his comments and let them inform your prayers for President Obama now and in the coming years:
As Americans, I suspect that none of us can fully appreciate the far-reaching significance of this event, though our nation and much of the rest of the world are electric with the inauguration of Barack Obama as the new President of the United States of America. To say that this is historic, is a gross understatement.
Many are rejoicing at this very visible public realization of the ideals of the Declaration of Independence at the very pinnacle of our civic life. In the ascendancy of an African-American from less-than-privileged circumstances to the leadership of the free world, we see the fruit of aspirations of the Founders: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.” You don’t have to read far in the newspapers of the world to see them marveling at yet another astounding accomplishment in the great experiment that is America.
Do you realize that our republic has now enjoyed 44 peaceful transitions of power in our two-plus centuries of existence? There is no parallel for this in human history. And we need to thank God for his singular blessing in bestowing it upon us, undeserving as we are.
But I said I wanted us to think about all this Christianly (and not just as grateful or concerned Americans, much less as giddy Democrats or grumpy Republicans!). And this presents us with some challenges, doesn’t it?
As much as we may feel “this is my President and I want him to succeed,” as much as we may feel sympathetic joy with millions who watched President Obama’s inauguration with tear-filled eyes and hope-filled hearts, feeling themselves a part of the American story in a way they’ve never felt before, there lingers a question as to how to think about our leader in areas where his views and policies conflict with biblical conviction.
Many Christians find themselves profoundly conflicted because of some of the moral positions and social policies that Mr. Obama espouses. So how do you pray for your President when you disagree with him?
Thankfully, the Bible is not silent about such a question. After all it commands us to pray for all in authority (1 Timothy 2:2), no matter their party, policies or religion (or lack thereof). It is vital that we think Christianly, which is to say, biblically, about this issue (and not just as Democrats or Republicans who happen to be Christian). So, back to the question. How do we pray for Mr. Obama? Here are some ideas (and I want to thank Al Mohler and Justin Taylor for many of these thoughts and words) for praying for our new President, Barack Obama:
First, it needs to be said, that we ought to commit ourselves to pray for our new President, for his wife and family, for his administration and for the nation. We will do this, not only because of the biblical command to pray for our rulers, but because of the second greatest commandment, “Love your neighbor,” and what better way to love your neighbor than to pray for his well-being. Those with the greatest moral and political differences with the President ought to ask God to engender in them, by His Spirit, genuine neighbor-love for Mr. Obama.
We will also pray for our new President because he (and we) face challenges that are not only daunting but potentially disastrous. We will pray that God will grant him wisdom. He and his family will face new challenges and the pressures of this office. May God protect them, give them joy in their family life and hold them close together.
We will pray that God will protect this nation even as our new President settles into his role as Commander in Chief, and that God will grant peace as he leads the nation through times of trial and international conflict and tension.
We will pray that God would change President Obama’s mind and heart on issues of crucial moral concern. May God change his heart and open his eyes to see abortion as the murder of the innocent unborn, to see marriage as an institution to be defended and to see a host of issues in a new light. We must pray this from this day until the day he leaves office. God is sovereign, after all.
For those Christians who are more concerned than overjoyed about the prospects of an Obama presidency, there should be a remembrance that as our President, Barack Obama will have God-given authority to govern us, and that we should view him as a servant of God (Romans 13:1, 4) to whom we should be subject (Romans 13:1, 5; 1 Peter 2:13-14). Thus, again, we are to pray for Barack Obama (1 Timothy 2:1-2). We are to thank God for Barack Obama (1 Timothy 2:1-2). We are to respect Barack Obama (Romans 13:7). We are to honor Barack Obama (Romans 13:7; 1 Peter 2:17).
For those Christians who are more overjoyed than concerned about the prospects of an Obama presidency, there should be a remembrance of our ultimate allegiance: Jesus is Lord (and thus, He, not we, decides what is right and wrong), we serve God not man, and the Lord himself has promised to establish “the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between one who serves God and one who does not serve him” (Malachi 3:18). Thus, where our new President opposes or undermines biblical moral standards in our society, fails to uphold justice for the unborn, undermines religious liberties or condones an ethos that is hostile to the gospel, we will pray for God’s purposes to triumph over our President’s plans and policies.
Without doubt and whatever our particular views may be, we face hard days ahead. Realistically, we must all expect to be frustrated and disappointed. Some now may feel defeated and discouraged. While others may all-too-soon find their audacious hopes unfounded and unrealized. We must all keep ever in mind that it is God who raises up leaders and nations, and it is God who pulls them down, and who judges both nations and rulers. We must not act or think like unbelievers, or as those who do not trust God.
So, now, Christian. Let’s get to work. And pray.
January 26 2009 at 3:04 am
Ephesians, Part 14: Application
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Yesterday Robin Boisvert taught us from Ephesians 4:22-24 that “Change happens as we learn Christ.”
You can listen online or download the sermon here.
Application questions by pastor Don DeVries:
1. Robin taught us that “the most significant growth…in a Christian’s life…is directly related to [our] knowledge of Scripture.” In what specific ways can you “renew your mind” by spending more time reading and meditating on God’s word? (Need a Bible reading plan? Download this PDF of a plan published by Discipleship Journal.)
2. Paul wrote this letter to a church, not just individuals. Why is it important to talk about and pursue sanctification together as a local church? What is the danger of isolating yourself from fellowship with God’s people?
3. What is one area in your life where you desire change? What does Scripture call you to “put off” and “put on”?
4. Robin reminded us that change takes place through the gospel. How can a regular reminder of all Christ has accomplished in His life, death and resurrection motivate and enable change?
January 24 2009 at 5:51 pm
Worshiping Together Tomorrow
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Above: Last Sunday, Leah Mengistab shared about her experience of volunteering at an area crisis pregnancy center over the past year.
Tomorrow, Robin Boisvert will be preaching from Ephesians 4:22-24. His message title is “How Can I Change?”
Bob Kauflin will lead singing, which will include the hymn we’re memorizing this month, “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty.” We’ll sing it with no lyrics on the screen! Isaac Hydoski will also bring us a report from the newly returned Uganda team.