August 11, 2024
“The mouth of the righteous utters wisdom, And his tongue speaks justice. The law of his God is in his heart; His steps do not slip.”
~ Psalm 37:30-31 (ESV) ~
DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT
Maybe you’ve seen the sign: Don’t even think about parking here.
I haven’t personally seen one, but I’ve read that it can seen it in garages and alleys and car lots everywhere just not here in PV yet. The person behind this sign was nothing short of a genius demonstrating a profound understanding of how our thoughts and behaviors so often coincide.
That’s because if you think of parking in this no-parking zone and you think about it long enough there’s an increased chance you’ll talk yourself into it…
“Surely this is meant for others, not me. Whose rule is this anyway, and who made them the boss? I really need to park here. Besides, I’m not hurting anyone. Just let them try to stop me; I’ll park where I want!”
Of course, this line of reasoning never ends well. Your vehicle gets towed and you get to spend a small fortune and a big part of your afternoon getting it back.
As it turns out, you’re far better off not even thinking about it.
I’m considering posting about a “To-Don’t Do” list things you decide you’ll not do today.
However, today I’m suggesting you develop a “Do-Not-Even-Think-About-It” list those memories and speculations and whims and wishes that have no place in your thought life and no business being further entertained.
Which items might make your list?
• Something hurtful someone said.
• Apast event that’s better forgotten.
• Afoolish notion you’re reluctant to abandon.
• The temptation to say or do anything outside the will of God.
• The desire to disapprove of and condescend to others.
• Regrets, resentments and all their reminders.
• Plus any of the many could-have-beens that frequently populate our minds.
We could easily spend our days nurturing thoughts and ideas that ultimately guide us nowhere good.
Or we can adapt the advice of one ever-so-brilliant sign-maker: Don’t even think about parking your thoughts in this location.
Let us therefore…
And…
So that we may be…
“… take every thought captive to obey Christ.” ~ 2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV) ~
“…be renewed in the spirit of (our) minds.” ~ Ephesians 4:22-24 (ESV) ~
“… transformed by the renewal of (our) minds. ~ Romans 12:2 (ESV) ~
Blessings on your week. Why not get started on your own “Do-Not-Even-ThinkAbout-It” list this weekend? It will help you make room for God’s wisdom and plans. In short, it will do you good! I look forward to seeing you this Sunday in worship as we enter week two of IMMERSE: BEGINNINGS. This Sunday I will share ACrash Course on Sustaining Beliefs.
Pastor Terrell
ScheduleforSunday,August11,2024:
The Saints Class @ 9:00 AM Room #201
Ruth Class @ 9:00 AM Room #202
Prayer Room open @ 9:00 AM Room #206
Preschool Worship opens @ 10:15 AM KID CITY
Sunday Morning Worship @ 10:30 AM in Worship Center
Kidz4Christ (K-6th) dismissed during Morning Worship
Schedulefortherestoftheweek:
Tuesday@ 10:00 AM IMMERSE: Beginnings Men in Room #202
Women in Fellowship Hall
Wednesday@ 6:30 PM Youth Group in Fellowship Hall
Thursday@ 6:00 PM IMMERSE: Beginnings in Fellowship Hall with our activities.
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Morning Worship at a Glance
“To God be the Glory”
“O Worship the King
“I Am Thine O Lord”
ROMANS 8 :28-29
Welcome & Offertory Prayer
Kidz4Christ dismissed
“What a Beautiful Name”
“More Love, More Power”
“Spirit Song”
BEGINNINGS
Immersing Our Lives in God’s Word A Crash Course on Sustaining Beliefs
Genesis 37-39, pages 57-62, paragraphs 12ff
“I Surrender All”
Celebration of Baptism
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