If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done for you.
The best way for us to be one as the body of Christ is for us to be like Him. One of the titles for Jesus is Servant King because He came to serve mankind. Jesus, of course, has many other titles. He is the way, the truth, the life, light bread, hope Master of all things. The list could go on eternally. However, Jesus did not come to boast in titles; He came bearing a towel. The towel shows us His humility and willingness to serve us. As we, together, are one, we become a servant army reaching the needy, hurting people the way that Jesus did. With this truth in mind, let us rekindle the fire of God's Spirit in our hearts, put aside the desire for titles, and take up the towel with the purpose to serve our Lord who has no problem serving us. Let us be one in harmony, service and worship to our God.
Pastor John
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Monday, July 14, 2014
John 8:36
Therefore if the Son makes you free you shall be free indeed.
Real freedom comes more by choice than by chance. There are degrees of freedom; it's up to us to choose what degree of freedom we want. In the prelude to the verse above, some Jewish people speaking to Jesus tell Him, "We are Abraham's descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. How can you say, you will be made free?' These people apparently failed to consider their bondage to the Roman Empire at that time, but Jesus was actually referring to another kind of bondage. He hold them they were in bondage to sin. Only Jesus could deliver them from those sins. Up until that time, the people seemed happy with their limited degree of freedom, but the Lord told them that they could know the highest degree of liberty through Him - that is, a life of genuine freedom, living in deliverance from all of their sins.
Pastor John
Real freedom comes more by choice than by chance. There are degrees of freedom; it's up to us to choose what degree of freedom we want. In the prelude to the verse above, some Jewish people speaking to Jesus tell Him, "We are Abraham's descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. How can you say, you will be made free?' These people apparently failed to consider their bondage to the Roman Empire at that time, but Jesus was actually referring to another kind of bondage. He hold them they were in bondage to sin. Only Jesus could deliver them from those sins. Up until that time, the people seemed happy with their limited degree of freedom, but the Lord told them that they could know the highest degree of liberty through Him - that is, a life of genuine freedom, living in deliverance from all of their sins.
Pastor John
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
John 8:29
And he that sent me is with me: the Father hath not left me alone; for I do always those things that please him.
Here Jesus speaks to the Pharisees who have questioned Him about exactly who He is. Earlier in the verse 19 He had told them, "You know neither me nor My Father. If you had know Me, you would have known My Father also." These religious leaders had no real relationship with God the Father. Jesus was telling them that our knowledge of Him is knowledge of God. When we honor our Lord Jesus Christ, we honor God the Heavenly Father. The reverse is also true: when we honor the Father, we honor the son. The old saying "like father, like son," is especially true when we speak of God the Father and Jesus. As we honor our fathers today, let us honor our God who set the example by which all fathers should live. God bless you, and have a great Father's Day!
Pastor John
Here Jesus speaks to the Pharisees who have questioned Him about exactly who He is. Earlier in the verse 19 He had told them, "You know neither me nor My Father. If you had know Me, you would have known My Father also." These religious leaders had no real relationship with God the Father. Jesus was telling them that our knowledge of Him is knowledge of God. When we honor our Lord Jesus Christ, we honor God the Heavenly Father. The reverse is also true: when we honor the Father, we honor the son. The old saying "like father, like son," is especially true when we speak of God the Father and Jesus. As we honor our fathers today, let us honor our God who set the example by which all fathers should live. God bless you, and have a great Father's Day!
Pastor John
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Exodus 12:14
So this day shall be to you a memorial; and you shall keep it as a feast to the Lord throughout your generations. You shall keep it as a feast by an everlasting ordinance.
In this scripture, God speaks to Moses, instructing him to implement the Passover. It is in the Passover that we see the significance of blood sacrifices as a means of deliverance for individuals, families and nations. Jesus brought greater meaning to Passover when He set Holy Communion in order at the Last Supper. The old Passover was a celebration of the rescue from physical bondage to freedom in our mortal lives; Holy Communion is a memorial celebration of deliverance from death unto eternal life. The need for animal blood was abolished and the provision of the blood of God's only Son was instituted. Let us not forget the greatest price for our eternal hope and future.
Pastor John
In this scripture, God speaks to Moses, instructing him to implement the Passover. It is in the Passover that we see the significance of blood sacrifices as a means of deliverance for individuals, families and nations. Jesus brought greater meaning to Passover when He set Holy Communion in order at the Last Supper. The old Passover was a celebration of the rescue from physical bondage to freedom in our mortal lives; Holy Communion is a memorial celebration of deliverance from death unto eternal life. The need for animal blood was abolished and the provision of the blood of God's only Son was instituted. Let us not forget the greatest price for our eternal hope and future.
Pastor John
Monday, May 19, 2014
Luke 13:11-13
And behold there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could no wise lift up herself.
And when Jesus saw her, he called her unto him, and said unto her, Woman thou art loosed from thine infirmity. And he laid his hands on her and immediately she was made straight and glorified God.
In Luke 13 we read about a woman who had suffered at the hands of the enemy for 18 years. The spirit of infirmity had such a hold on this woman that she was literally bent over in a position of submission. She could no longer lift up her head, and her situation seemed hopeless. But, then, Jesus saw, called her and set her free. She was immediately straightened, and she praised God. So, listen to the word of Jesus your Healer. "Thou are loosed from thine infirmity." No praise God!
Pastor Mike
And when Jesus saw her, he called her unto him, and said unto her, Woman thou art loosed from thine infirmity. And he laid his hands on her and immediately she was made straight and glorified God.
In Luke 13 we read about a woman who had suffered at the hands of the enemy for 18 years. The spirit of infirmity had such a hold on this woman that she was literally bent over in a position of submission. She could no longer lift up her head, and her situation seemed hopeless. But, then, Jesus saw, called her and set her free. She was immediately straightened, and she praised God. So, listen to the word of Jesus your Healer. "Thou are loosed from thine infirmity." No praise God!
Pastor Mike
Proverbs 1:8-9
My son, hear the instructions of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.
It is a shame when children rebel against the teachings of their mothers and fathers. Wise King Solomon knew from experience that receiving parental instrucion is not meant to be burdensome or annoying. It is an enhancement - a means of increased attractiveness - like jewelry worn elegantly. This knowledge passed down brings added value to lives of the descendants who live by it. God bless all of our moms today! Thank you for your wisdom! May each of you be blessed by obedient children.
Pastor JOhn
It is a shame when children rebel against the teachings of their mothers and fathers. Wise King Solomon knew from experience that receiving parental instrucion is not meant to be burdensome or annoying. It is an enhancement - a means of increased attractiveness - like jewelry worn elegantly. This knowledge passed down brings added value to lives of the descendants who live by it. God bless all of our moms today! Thank you for your wisdom! May each of you be blessed by obedient children.
Pastor JOhn
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Acts 2:42
And they continued steadfast in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
This verse speaks of the unity - the connection - the New Testament Church had within its ranks. They Pentecost experience not only brought the people into ta combined anointing, but into continual connection as well. As pastor of Harbor Life Church, my desire is that we all live with that same spirit of unity, being connected in ministry, worship, outreach and love. In 1 Corinthians 12, the Apostle Paul brings out the truth of what we are - the body of Christ. We are to be a body of believers connected to the power of the Holy Spirit, connected in His presence in worship, and connected to function in each unique calling God has for us. If you've been puzzled about where you fit in - where you can get connected - you may find the place where you belong and where you can make a difference.
Pastor John
This verse speaks of the unity - the connection - the New Testament Church had within its ranks. They Pentecost experience not only brought the people into ta combined anointing, but into continual connection as well. As pastor of Harbor Life Church, my desire is that we all live with that same spirit of unity, being connected in ministry, worship, outreach and love. In 1 Corinthians 12, the Apostle Paul brings out the truth of what we are - the body of Christ. We are to be a body of believers connected to the power of the Holy Spirit, connected in His presence in worship, and connected to function in each unique calling God has for us. If you've been puzzled about where you fit in - where you can get connected - you may find the place where you belong and where you can make a difference.
Pastor John
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