"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
We celebrate those who gave the ultimate price for a freedom that was obviously not free. "Rulers are not a terror to good works, but to evil...if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil" Romans 13:3 &4
For the brave men and women who have died bearing the "sword", we give thanks! For Jesus who laid down His life so that we could be His friend, we give thanks! For a God that shall remove all evil from His creation once and forever, we give thanks!
27 May 2011
05 May 2011
Justice Served
"...the powers that be are ordained of God...for he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil" Romans 13:1&4
Romans thirteen is dedicated to reminding God's people that God has ordained earthly authorities. He has not ordained the abuse of power; He has ordained proper use of earthly authority. Although Rome was an ungodly place ruled by ungodly men, Jesus told his disciples to render honor to those in positions of authority. We are to do the same! The only exception to our responsibility to earthly authority is when to submit would mean disobedience to God. Romans 13:4 clearly states that these governments have the right to bear the "sword". The sword is an instrument of execution. Governments have the authority, in the cause of justice, to use lethal force. Recently justice came to a house in Pakistan. We rejoice that justice was done and that evil has been removed. However, our celebration is tempered by knowledge that a life was lost. Every human life is precious and represents an opportunity to be a child of God. Our hearts are saddened by the ruin that sin has wrought. May God bless our nation and may we use that blessing as an opportunity to spread the gospel to all men....even to the "chief" sinners!
Romans thirteen is dedicated to reminding God's people that God has ordained earthly authorities. He has not ordained the abuse of power; He has ordained proper use of earthly authority. Although Rome was an ungodly place ruled by ungodly men, Jesus told his disciples to render honor to those in positions of authority. We are to do the same! The only exception to our responsibility to earthly authority is when to submit would mean disobedience to God. Romans 13:4 clearly states that these governments have the right to bear the "sword". The sword is an instrument of execution. Governments have the authority, in the cause of justice, to use lethal force. Recently justice came to a house in Pakistan. We rejoice that justice was done and that evil has been removed. However, our celebration is tempered by knowledge that a life was lost. Every human life is precious and represents an opportunity to be a child of God. Our hearts are saddened by the ruin that sin has wrought. May God bless our nation and may we use that blessing as an opportunity to spread the gospel to all men....even to the "chief" sinners!
02 May 2011
Ordination Reception For Reverend Nathan Aviles
After the morning service on
Sandwiches, deviled eggs, salad, chips and tea were served along with cake. The cake was done in white with a blue cross on it and Reverend Aviles’ name on it.
There were approximately 25 people in attendance. It was enjoyed by all.
The church wants to congratulate Reverend Aviles on his ordination that was held at the General Conference in Port Neches TX on
Sandra Kirchner
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