September 2021 at Living Word
What do you see in the reflection? Can you see a commitment or sacrifice?
In fall of the year trees shed their leaves, this sacrifice allows them to survive the coldness that is coming. By preparing for seasons to come the tree is able to grow another year to fulfill the purpose for which it was designed. Seeking the sun determines which direction the tree will grow.
Many things are changing in this world. Not ever change brings us the beauty that fall leaves do. One thing that never has nor will never will change is the True Living God. He is a loving but just GOD. WE can trust God to do what He says. He promises to guide and provide if we will allow Him, He has designed us with a plan and purpose.
What is the legacy you are leaving to those who are watching you?
The children are growing every day in every way. They grow emotionally, mentally, physically, and in their relationships with others. We must guide them in growing their relationship with God. It is important they learn about faith, knowledge, and trust in the True Living God. God is perfect and can be trusted to guide and provide daily needs.
Every believer is given abilities and unique gifts to praise and serve God. Are you doing the proper exercises to develop the abilities and talents that God has given you? Everyone can learn to respond in positive ways to what is going on around them. We must learn to recognize and trust God’s authority. You have been given a special talent to honor God. God wants us to use our talents and abilities to do His work. Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Colossians 3:17
September 5 Barnabas encouraged others- Acts 4:36-37; 9:26-28; 11:19-30; 13:1-3; 14; Colossians 3:17. People who follow God’s plan to take a stand can develop and use their abilities and talents in ways that please God. Encourage = give confidence, hope, and/or support
September 12 Paul and Silias praised God- Acts 16:16-34; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4; Colossians 3:17. People can grow in a in a relationship with God and learn to respond in a positive way to events that take place in life. We can trust God in all things even the difficult times.
September 19 the Bereans searched the Scriptures Acts 17:1-12; 2 Timothy 2:15; Colossians 3:17. We can read and study the Bible and pray to God. We can know the truth and recognize God’s authority and power.
September 26 Paul Taught the Corinthian Church Acts 18:1,4-11; 1 Corinthians 1-4; 15:1-11; Colossians 3:17. God wants believers to grow in what they know and their faith in the Gospel. God will teach us how to live and grow in our relationship.