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‘A Woman’s Answer to a Man’s Question’
3 CommentsTo close his message this past Sunday, Joshua Harris read a poem from the 19th century by Mary T. Lathrap. (Sorry to all you first service people; due to first service running long, Josh read the poem in second service only—part of the motivation for sharing it here.)
Lathrap’s poem was “written in reply to a man’s poetic unfolding of what he conceived to be a woman’s duty.” It went hand in hand with Josh’s sermon text for the day: “Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.”—1 Peter 3:7 (ESV)
Do you know you have asked for the costliest thing
Ever made by the hand above—
A woman’s heart, and a woman’s life
And a woman’s wonderful love?
Do you know you have asked for this priceless thing
As a child might ask for a toy,
Demanding what others have died to win,
With the reckless dash of a boy?
You have written my lesson of duty out,
Man-like you have questioned me;
Now stand at the bar of my woman’s soul
Until I shall question thee.
You require your mutton shall always be hot,
Your socks and your shirt be whole;
I require your heart to be true as God’s stars,
And as pure as heaven your soul.
You require a cook for your mutton and beef;
I require a far better thing.
A seamstress you’re wanting for socks and shirts;
I look for a man and a king.
A king for the beautiful realm called home,
And a man that the maker, God,
Shall look upon as he did the first
And say, “It is very good.”
I am fair and young, but the rose will fade
From my soft, young cheek one day,
Will you love me then ‘mid the falling leaves,
As you did ‘mid the bloom of May?
Is your heart an ocean so strong and deep,
I may launch my all on its tide?
A loving woman finds heaven or hell
On the day she is made a bride.
I require all things that are grand and true,
All things that a man should be;
If you give all this, I would stake my life
To be all you demand of me.
If you cannot do this — a laundress and cook
You can hire, with little to pay,
But a woman’s heart and a woman’s life
Are not to be won that way.
July 20 2010 at 3:20 pm
A Story of Living Hope
15 CommentsIn keeping with our “Living Hope” teaching series from the book of 1 Peter, Erin Leach, 19, shares her story of finding grace and strength from God in the midst of suffering. Erin has struggled with juvenile epilepsy over the past seven years. Alongside Erin in the video are her parents, Jamie and Cindy. Jamie is the Principal of Covenant Life School.
June 6 2010 at 9:15 pm
Jared Mellinger Preaches Here On June 20
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What will Covenant Life Church be like 25 years from now? 50 years? How often do you think about the work that God is doing across time and generations? Do you believe your commitment to the church extends beyond your own lifetime? What does it mean to participate in a purposeful transfer of the gospel to those who will come after you?
Jared Mellinger comes to Covenant Life on Sunday, June 20, to remind us that we are part of something far bigger than ourselves. Preaching from Psalm 78: 1-8, Jared will lay out a picture of the good news of God’s salvation being successfully passed from generation to generation. He’ll help us to step back and take in the truth that everyone has a part to play—that God is calling each of us to display his heart for those who will follow us.
Jared Mellinger is the Senior Pastor of Covenant Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, Pa. He joined the church’s pastoral team in 2006 after graduating from the Sovereign Grace Ministries Pastors College. He assumed the role of senior pastor on October 12, 2008. Jared graduated from Kutztown University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education. He lives in Glen Mills with his wife Meghan and their four children.
May 18 2010 at 10:02 am
Father’s Day Photos
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The church’s Communications team is putting together a slideshow to be shown on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20—and dads, we need your help.
The goal is simply to celebrate the good gifts of fatherhood and family. Dads (and moms, your help in making this happen is most welcome!), please send a photo of yourself with your kids—candid photos, posed photos, fun photos—to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). The deadline is June 1. You can send more than one if you like, and the team will choose, but don’t send more than 2 or 3. Dad, if the photo doesn’t include all of your children, that’s ok, but you should be in there somewhere.
Requirements: it’s best to send an original file as it came from your digital camera (as long as it’s in jpg format); at least 800 pixels wide; no tiny cell phone photos, please.
Thanks in advance for your help, and please spread the word. The more people who send in photos, the merrier!
December 19 2009 at 7:32 pm
“Snowed In” Family Worship
8 CommentsWell, I’m bummed that we can’t gather together tomorrow to worship as a church. I worked on my sermon all day today and was looking forward to wrapping up our Bookends Series. But God had other plans! This snowstorm is a great reminder that God is sovereign over weather patterns, and his plans are better than ours.
Though we can’t gather together as a church, I want to encourage you to set aside time as a single, singles household or family to worship and read God’s word. Here are a few suggestions:
1. Take a moment to pray together for our nation, our local community and for our church. A morning like this that we can’t gather is a good reminder of what a blessing it is to be a church family. Pray for others you know in the church that God brings to mind.
2. If someone in your house is musical sing a song or two of worship. If not, consider singing along to a worship CD.
3. Download and listen to a recent sermon (especially one that you missed.)
4. Listen to one of our past sermons on the incarnation from our sermon archive.
5. In place of a sermon, read the account of Christ’s birth in Luke 1 & 2 (if you have young children, a selection from a children’s Bible works great, too.)
Remember, none of this has to be fancy. And it’s okay if you’re still in your pajamas. But it will be well worth your time to focus your attention on our great God and give thanks to him in song and prayer.
The Harris family will be thanking God for you and praying for you tomorrow as we worship in our home. Stay safe and warm, and have a wonderful Lord’s day.
P.S. One more thought: This snowstorm presents a unique opportunity to reach out to and serve your neighbors. Ask the Lord how you can express care and develop relationships by offering help with snow removal. Children, teens, singles: this is a great way to honor the Savior by spending yourselves on behalf of others. Families: Maybe you can put the whole crew into action!
August 28 2009 at 12:33 pm
Proverbs 3:7-12 : Turn Away From Evil
0 CommentsFrom my message last Sunday, here’s a clip of me being eaten by a beanbag: