God Demands Complete Devotion
July 24, 2009
God is the one who has placed you right where you are, precisely because He wants you to experience victory in every area your life. He knows about every battle and He also knows how to achieve victory over every evil attack. What does God demand from You? Devotion to the King of Kings and the Mighty Warrior.
Scripture: “They devoted the city to the Lord.” (Joshua 6:21)
Prayer: God, You are the Mighty Warrior and the Prince of Peace. I know that You are strong enough to defeat evil in my life and destroy the works of wickedness around me. And You will bring eternal peace to my surroundings. I will devote every part of my being to You and yield to Your wisdom in all my relationships. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Greenbrier Church Events Calendar
July 22, 2009
Vacation Bible School
Rome
Paul and the Underground Church
July 26th 5:00PM—8:00 PM
July 27th-July 29th 9:00AM-12:00NOON
Become a part of history as you see, hear touch and even taste what it was like to live in Rome during bible times! We will explore market place shops, take part in games, visit the apostle Paul (who is under house arrest) and seek to the caves where the underground church meets.
Ages 4 yr old—5th grade.
For more information contact Sheri Gaughan at 819-1070.
M-Fuge Missions Trip
Monday July 27th – August 1st
Women’s Ministry Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
Sunday August 9th – 12:30 PM (following 11 Am Service)
Ticket on sale Sunday July 26th and August 2nd at the Women’s Retreat table in the back of the sanctuary. Price is $5/person or $20/family. Please join us and help support the Greenbrier Church Women’s Ministry.
Back to School Bash
Saturday August 18th – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
We are asking YOU to help us bless a child! This Sunday you will have the opportunity to choose a registered child’s BTS profile card. We are asking that you buy the listed school supplies and place them in a backpack. Please return your filled backpack by Sunday, August 9th.
Water Baptism Class
Sunday August 23rd – 10:30 AM Conference Room
If you are planning on being baptized at our Church at the Beach celebration on August 30th, we ask that you attend the water baptism class. Contact Karen at 819-1070 or karenlohman@greenbrierchurch.com to reserve your space.
The Core Meeting
Sunday August 23rd – 12:30 PM (following the 11:00 AM Service)
Bounty Day
August 23rd – 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Bounty Intake: Monday August 17th – Friday August 21st.
Bounty Day is an opportunity to bless other family in our congregation with item you would like to recieve. Please remember this is not a Flea Market but a chance to bless others (and be blessed) with items you no longer need or use.
Church @ the Beach
Sunday August 30th – 10:00 AM
We will be going to the beach for our church service on Sunday, August 26th, at 10:00AM. We will be at the 31st street stage at Virginia Beach. After a great time together we will be going to the beach for an ocean baptism, so bring your lawn chair and plenty of sunscreen and join us for a great time of family fun.
Park in the garage across the street from the Hilton. Cost is $7 for the entire day.
Women’s Ministry Fall Retreat
Friday and Saturday September 18th and 19th.
Silver Beach Retreat Center on the Eastern Shore,cost is $95 installments welcome. Contact Kelly Neklason for more information.
God Erases Our Past When We Dedicate Our Future to Him
July 22, 2009
God is the only one who can erase the troubles and mistakes of the past. When Joshua and the children of Israel whole-heartedly agreed to follow God, God himself erased their sin. No one but God can forgive your sin!
Scripture: “Then the Lord said to Joshua, ‘Today I have rolled away the reproach of Egypt from you.’” (Joshua 5:9)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Today I commit to Your ways and dedicate myself to walking out each conversation and decision in light of Your word. I thank You that You will erase the sin and problems of my past and will grant me a fresh start in my relationship with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen
Monday night update!
July 21, 2009
God does His work so You will tell His Story
July 21, 2009
God does the impossible every time. When you take a step of obedience toward Him, He creates a path for you even when it seems that you are lost or trapped and there is no way out. When you are at a dead end, God will do His work so you can remember His greatness and His love for you.
Scripture: “These stories are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever.” (Joshua 4:7)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for working amazing miracles in my life. I know that when confusion and difficulty come my way I will trust you to do the impossible. Your miracle working power will stand like a memorial to my family and friends. In Jesus’ name, Amen
Panama Missions Trip 2009 Video
July 20, 2009
God Joins You on the Second Step
July 20, 2009
God is ready to meet you on the second step. He has already promised to lead and guide you in every way, BUT you need to take the first step toward him. When you do, He will never let you walk alone.
Scripture: “As soon as the priests who carried the ark reached the Jordan River and their feet touched the water’s edge, the water from upstream stopped flowing.” (Joshua 3:15-16)
Prayer: Eternal Father, Today I take my first step toward You. You have already promised so much to me and I know that I need to obey your word and to walk according to your ways. Meet me God, as I obey and show me your abundant goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Heroes of Faith – Part 2 Joshua – Eric Watt
July 19, 2009
Heroes of Faith – Joshua Part 2 – The Man with a Big God
God Exalts Leaders who Obey
July 19, 2009
God gives us free choices to make every day. But he has already pre-determined the consequences to our decisions. When we obey we are blessed, when we disobey we are cursed. Simple.
Scripture: “And the Lord said to Joshua, ‘Today I will begin to exalt you in the eyes of all Israel, so that they may know I am with you as I was with Moses.” (Joshua 3:7)
Prayer: Almighty God, today I am submitting to Your divine plan. I know that you grant me many choices every day. Opportunities to do well, to obey, or even to walk away from what I know is right. You have also outlined very clearly the consequences of obedience and disobedience. Help me to choose to obedience and blessing from you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
God Expects Purity and Perseverance
July 18, 2009
God’s plan for abundant blessing comes with a requirement. You and I must wholly dedicate ourselves to His plans and His ways. When we radically commit to Him – He radically commits to us and amazing things happen!
Scripture: “Consecrate yourselves for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among us.” (Joshua 3:5)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for the privilege of walking through life with you. Help me to completely dedicate my thoughts, actions and behavior today to you. I know that when I do, I can expect to see amazing God-things happen in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.