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How can I thank God in everything?

Four reasons for giving thanks

One verse in the New Testament defines when we are to give thanks. According to I Thessalonians 5:18: “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” There are no boundaries and no exception clauses in regard to when we are to give thanks. We are to give thanks “in every thing.”

Romans 8:28 tells us that all things work together for our good, and Romans 8:29 explains how and why everything works together for our good: “For whom he [God] did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son.” The Greek word translated as “image” in this verse means “likeness, resemblance, representation.” God’s goal is to make us like His Son, Jesus Christ.

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Men’s Autumn Prayer Summit

Watersmeet, Michigan, October 2–4

We are hosting a Men’s Autumn Prayer Summit in the Northwoods of Michigan. This will be a special, set-apart time for men to focus on thanksgiving and intercessory prayer. We have intentionally planned this event for around the peak time for the fall colors at the Northwoods, providing an idyllic setting for seeking the Lord while also enjoying the beauty of His creation!

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Message of the Month

How Deep Is Your Well?

Andrew Brunson

“Father, draw me so close to Your heart.” This sincere request was part of Andrew Brunson’s prayer to the Lord during the years prior to his imprisonment in a Turkish prison. A love for God fuels our endurance for Him when we suffer for His sake.

In Andrew’s message, “How Deep Is Your Well?,” he walks listeners through the hardships of his imprisonment and gives them a glimpse into the heart of God. Similarly, when we choose to rejoice and give thanks in the midst of our suffering, we can also experience an intimacy with God that only comes through testing.

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COMMAND OF CHRIST

Feed My Sheep

“So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep.”

John 21:15–16

Do we love Jesus more than anything else? Jesus’ call to Peter—“Feed my sheep”—flows from a heart of love. As we turn from self-reliance to dependence on Christ, He works in us and invites us to “dine” with Him. Ministry to others begins with us first cultivating intimacy with Christ.

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The Commands of Christ Podcast

A fresh way to meditate on the words of Jesus. New episodes every Monday, available everywhere you listen to podcasts!

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Punctuality

vs. Tardiness

DEFINITION:

Showing high esteem for other people and their time

KEY VERSE:

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.”

—Ecclesiastes 3:1

KEY BIBLE STORY:

Ready for the Bridegroom

“But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. . . . the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him . . . . Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour . . . .”

—Matthew 25:4, 10, 13

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Meet like-minded families, enjoy exciting activities, and receive spiritual encouragement in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you are seasoned campers or prefer the comforts of home, we have a spot just for you.

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