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The Things Least Sought After

5/27/2014

 
 “Often the hugely profound revelations, the great life transforming moments, and the greatest impact for good are brought forth when we engage the things that are the least valued, the least sought after, and the least mentioned in circles of interest.”

Luke 16:10
He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much;……

Abandonment of Self

5/22/2014

 
To be emboldened in self-centeredness draws one into the vanity of fools, to be emboldened in the abandonment of self draws one into profound significance.

Luke 9:23-25
New King James Version (NKJV)
23 Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.24 For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.

The Weight of the World

5/7/2014

 
When we are on the verge of collapse beneath the weight of the world, Lord, may it bring us to our knees. The weight is transferred from our shoulders into His hands more easily from a kneeling position.

Hebrews 4:16
Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

Finders Keepers

5/1/2014

 
“The best time to find self control is before losing one's temper. “

Seems like something you'd read from a fortune cookie. But there's plenty of scripture references if you don't go to Chinese restaurants. Real insight doesn't come with a cookie, but from the Bread of Life.

Proverbs 14:17 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly,

Proverbs 17:27-28 He who has knowledge spares his words,

And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit. Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.

God help me not to respond to provocation with unrestrained and cruel vengeance.  Help me to consider the example of my savior and to consider my words and actions before they are spoken and acted out.

    Pastor Rick Ritenour
    Lead Pastor

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Bethel Assembly of God
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Littlestown,  PA 17340