Lord's Day - August 28, 2005

Scripture Passage for the Week: Titus 3

Alan brought up Shadrach, Meshach, and Abdnego (Daniel 3) as examples of being known by good works and of being "subject to principalities and powers" ... until obeying the authorities crossed the line of the word of God. We are not saved by works, but we are known by them. Living the way we are supposed to live points people to God.

Mark briefly noted that Christians involved in politics often neglect the command of verse 2 ... "to speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, showing all meekness unto all men."

Craig summed up the theme of Titus as it is found in verse 8 ... "that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works." He challenged the church with the question: Whose life, outside of your own family, did you impact this week?"

Dean followed up with a few thoughts, illustrated by a true story, on how exciting it is to see how God will bless in unexpected ways when we make ourselves available as a channel of good works.


PRAYER BURDENS:

Those in the path of Hurricane Katrina
Daniel begins Audio Integration Therapy Thursday.
John has second interview upcoming
Shana's brother and his family
Anthony D. (Alan's friend) ... God's help to stop smoking.
Dean ... prayer for job issues.
Eloise's mother.