Encourage Yourself in the Lord

Trusting God often means releasing the need to control every outcome. It’s a surrender of our plans, fears, and what we think should happen, knowing that God’s understanding and ways are higher than ours. When we choose trust, we invite peace into situations that could otherwise overwhelm us.

The closing of Acts 28 marks a significant moment in the history of the early church, reflecting the ongoing ministry of the Gospel and its connection to church planting. As Paul arrives in Rome under house arrest, he continues to preach the Gospel boldly and without hindrance (Acts 28:30-31). This chapter signifies that, despite opposition, persecution, and obstacles, the mission of spreading the Gospel and establishing new churches continued unabated.

Psalm 9:17 emphasizes the certainty of judgment for the wicked, stating that they will be turned into hell. This reflects God’s justice and the consequences of rejecting His ways. However, the Christian belief teaches that Jesus Christ is the only way to avoid this fate.

Genesis 21 reveals true worship through Abraham and Sarah’s response to God’s fulfilled promise. God gave them Isaac in their old age, and they named him “laughter,” recognizing the joy and grace God brought into their lives (Genesis 21:6, KJV). Abraham’s obedience in circumcising Isaac on the eighth day further demonstrated worship through commitment to God’s commands (Genesis 21:4).

Bro. Sean Graves

Sunday Worship Service July 21, 2024 Ptr. Chris Parker