GLENDA
Good Morning: When I was in school, my favorite teacher was Mrs. Hyde. She really cared about every one of us. She not only taught us the things we were supposed to learn as fourth graders, but was concerned about our spiritual life, too. Every morning when she called the role, we had to answer with a Bible verse and we couldn't repeat what someone else said. The shortest verse, we learned, was “Jesus wept” and whoever was called on first always said that verse. Every night I would have to memorize several verses so I would have one that no-one else said.
Isn't it a shame that she would get in trouble if she were alive today and asked our children to say a Bible verse? The times they are a-changing and I'm not sure it's for the best. We're in trouble and it's because we are taking God out of our lives. Today I ask you to pray for our country and pray for our children. We can make a difference! Have a wonderful day!
Friday, June 9, 2017
Thursday, June 8, 2017
Thursday, June 8, 2017
BOB
Good Morning!
This is Bob Peden of Central a United Methodist Community.
In the eighth chapter of Romans the Apostle Paul tell us he is convinced Athat
nothing can ever
separate us from
God=s love. Death
can't, and life can't.
The angels can't,
and the demons
can't. Our fears for
today, our worries
about tomorrow, and
even the powers of
hell can't keep God's
love away.
From retirement investment portfolios
to home protection
systems, we spend
vast amounts of time
and money on
security. Financial security, personal
security, job
security, relational
security, and even
national security are
sooner or later
threatened by the
unpredictable nature
of the world in which
we live.
The Bible teaches that we can trust God as our source of lasting security, for he is changeless, and his love endures
forever. Put your trust in the Lord for only there can you be certain of your security. He is faithful.
Good Morning!
This is Bob Peden of Central a United Methodist Community.
In the eighth chapter of Romans the Apostle Paul tell us he is convinced Athat
nothing can ever
separate us from
God=s love. Death
can't, and life can't.
The angels can't,
and the demons
can't. Our fears for
today, our worries
about tomorrow, and
even the powers of
hell can't keep God's
love away.
From retirement investment portfolios
to home protection
systems, we spend
vast amounts of time
and money on
security. Financial security, personal
security, job
security, relational
security, and even
national security are
sooner or later
threatened by the
unpredictable nature
of the world in which
we live.
The Bible teaches that we can trust God as our source of lasting security, for he is changeless, and his love endures
forever. Put your trust in the Lord for only there can you be certain of your security. He is faithful.
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
DENNIS
Good morning everyone. I am Dennis Gossett with Central United Methodist Church.
Joy or sadness, war or peace, love or hate, purity or impurity, charity or greed; these all are the tremendous realities that make up our lives. But, did you know that everyday things like relationships with other people, daily work, and love of our family can be done for the glory of God?
Jesus taught that every hour of the day is useful and can lead to divine inspiration, doing the will of the Father, and even communication with Him through prayer. Every hour of the day can be used to glorify God by living as Jesus taught us to live.
Living like this does not mean we have to shut ourselves off from the world or live a really strict lifestyle. What it does mean, however, is accepting the realities of this life. Working is one of these realities; parenthood, school, and family are all part of this life’s obligations. And, you and I can serve Jesus while doing these everyday things.
It is not as important as what you are doing, as it is why and how you are doing it. Remember, seek to give glory to God, as you go about your day. God Bless.
Good morning everyone. I am Dennis Gossett with Central United Methodist Church.
Joy or sadness, war or peace, love or hate, purity or impurity, charity or greed; these all are the tremendous realities that make up our lives. But, did you know that everyday things like relationships with other people, daily work, and love of our family can be done for the glory of God?
Jesus taught that every hour of the day is useful and can lead to divine inspiration, doing the will of the Father, and even communication with Him through prayer. Every hour of the day can be used to glorify God by living as Jesus taught us to live.
Living like this does not mean we have to shut ourselves off from the world or live a really strict lifestyle. What it does mean, however, is accepting the realities of this life. Working is one of these realities; parenthood, school, and family are all part of this life’s obligations. And, you and I can serve Jesus while doing these everyday things.
It is not as important as what you are doing, as it is why and how you are doing it. Remember, seek to give glory to God, as you go about your day. God Bless.
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
JONATHAN
Good morning! I’m Jonathan Crabtree, Pastor of Student Ministry at Central – A United Methodist Community in downtown Meridian.
This is my final opportunity to share with you what I think is the most important lesson of being a follower of Jesus Christ. Last time, I talked about loving Jesus because He loves us. The second lesson is equal to the first: love everyone. It does not matter your race, religion, no religion, identity, preferences, whatever. Love everyone. Why? Because Jesus says so and Jesus does love everyone.
The love of Jesus will always accept us and welcome us as we are, but a relationship with Jesus will never leave us the same. We will be transformed. Thank you, Meridian and the surrounding area for welcoming and loving our family. We will see you later, and remember: Love Jesus, Love everyone Like Jesus.
Good morning! I’m Jonathan Crabtree, Pastor of Student Ministry at Central – A United Methodist Community in downtown Meridian.
This is my final opportunity to share with you what I think is the most important lesson of being a follower of Jesus Christ. Last time, I talked about loving Jesus because He loves us. The second lesson is equal to the first: love everyone. It does not matter your race, religion, no religion, identity, preferences, whatever. Love everyone. Why? Because Jesus says so and Jesus does love everyone.
The love of Jesus will always accept us and welcome us as we are, but a relationship with Jesus will never leave us the same. We will be transformed. Thank you, Meridian and the surrounding area for welcoming and loving our family. We will see you later, and remember: Love Jesus, Love everyone Like Jesus.
Monday, June 5, 2017
Monday, June 5, 2017
TIM
Good morning, I’m Tim Wise, Sanctuary Choir Director at Central.
Yesterday, we celebrated what many understand to be the birthday of the church known as Pentecost. It’s the day the holy spirit filled crowds of people and enabled everyone gathered around to understand each other even though they spoke different languages. Peter then takes the opportunity to tell those gathered around about the resurrection of Christ.
It is then that the changes began - Peter commanded them to change their hearts and be baptized in the name of Jesus, and then they would receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. There were over 3,000 people received that day into the community of faith.
Is God calling you to join those over 3,000 people? Have you felt the Holy Spirit moving in your life? Perhaps it is time that you consider some change as well. Come see what the Holy Spirit can do.
Good morning, I’m Tim Wise, Sanctuary Choir Director at Central.
Yesterday, we celebrated what many understand to be the birthday of the church known as Pentecost. It’s the day the holy spirit filled crowds of people and enabled everyone gathered around to understand each other even though they spoke different languages. Peter then takes the opportunity to tell those gathered around about the resurrection of Christ.
It is then that the changes began - Peter commanded them to change their hearts and be baptized in the name of Jesus, and then they would receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. There were over 3,000 people received that day into the community of faith.
Is God calling you to join those over 3,000 people? Have you felt the Holy Spirit moving in your life? Perhaps it is time that you consider some change as well. Come see what the Holy Spirit can do.
Friday, June 2, 2017
Friday, June 2, 2017
SABRINA
Sometimes life delivers news that knocks the wind out of us, and we just don’t have words — for our pain or for the pain of others. Words matter, but sometimes our presence matters more.
When Job experienced great tragedy in his life, he had three friends who came to visit. They came intending to sympathize with him, but we are told in Job 2:13, “Then they sat down on the ground with him for seven days and seven nights with no one speaking a word to him, for they saw that his pain was very great.” They didn’t start out attempting to fix his problems but chose instead to simply be with him in his despair.
While “doing” has its place, let’s remember that “being” — our presence with someone we care about — carries importance as well.
It is often our tendency when we don’t know what to do, to do nothing at all. We discount the beauty of just “being there.” When words don’t work, our presence shows compassion and love.
Let Romans 12:15 be our guide for today. “Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.”
Sometimes life delivers news that knocks the wind out of us, and we just don’t have words — for our pain or for the pain of others. Words matter, but sometimes our presence matters more.
When Job experienced great tragedy in his life, he had three friends who came to visit. They came intending to sympathize with him, but we are told in Job 2:13, “Then they sat down on the ground with him for seven days and seven nights with no one speaking a word to him, for they saw that his pain was very great.” They didn’t start out attempting to fix his problems but chose instead to simply be with him in his despair.
While “doing” has its place, let’s remember that “being” — our presence with someone we care about — carries importance as well.
It is often our tendency when we don’t know what to do, to do nothing at all. We discount the beauty of just “being there.” When words don’t work, our presence shows compassion and love.
Let Romans 12:15 be our guide for today. “Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.”
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Thursday, June 1, 2017
JONATHAN
Good morning! I’m Jonathan Crabtree, Pastor of Student Ministry at Central – A United Methodist Community in downtown Meridian.
My family and I will be moving soon to serve another church and community. While we will miss our family and friends here in Meridian, we look forward to serving another community. I have two more opportunities to share with you, so I’d like to tell you two more times what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. First, it means to love Jesus, and I believe that Jesus loves all of humanity and inviting them to a relationship. Jesus is the creator of the universe; the one who breathed the stars into existence, created all the wonders of the earth, and who is with us all now.
Jesus invites us into relationship and offers forgiveness of our wrongdoings, and as a result, your life will be transformed for the better of the world. I invite you to Central to talk with others about what this means. Look forward to the next and final lesson, soon.
Good morning! I’m Jonathan Crabtree, Pastor of Student Ministry at Central – A United Methodist Community in downtown Meridian.
My family and I will be moving soon to serve another church and community. While we will miss our family and friends here in Meridian, we look forward to serving another community. I have two more opportunities to share with you, so I’d like to tell you two more times what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. First, it means to love Jesus, and I believe that Jesus loves all of humanity and inviting them to a relationship. Jesus is the creator of the universe; the one who breathed the stars into existence, created all the wonders of the earth, and who is with us all now.
Jesus invites us into relationship and offers forgiveness of our wrongdoings, and as a result, your life will be transformed for the better of the world. I invite you to Central to talk with others about what this means. Look forward to the next and final lesson, soon.
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