A Bible Verse about Strength
The Lord is my strength and my might; he has become my salvation, Psalm 118:14.
A Story of Courage
In 2004 Victor Yushchenko stood for the presidency of the Ukraine. Vehemently opposed by the ruling party Yushchenko’s face was disfigured and he almost lost his life when he was mysteriously poisoned. This was...
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22Aug 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 6 August 21-27
A Bible Verse about Strength
I can do all things through (Christ) who strengthens me, Philippians 4:13.
A Story of Courage
Pauline is a shining example of courage and strong faith simply because God has never let her go and she clings to that fact. Life has never been easy for Pauline, in fact, there have been seasons...
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12Aug 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 5 August 15 – 20
A Bible Verse about Strength
The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts; so I am helped, and my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. The Lord is the strength of his people; he is the saving refuge of his anointed.
Psalm 28:7-8
A Story of Courage
The courage of the pioneers of...
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05Aug 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 4 August 7 – 14
A Bible Verse about Strength
(The Lord) said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.’ So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities for...
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29Jul 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 3 July 31 – August 6
A Bible Verse about Strength
(The Lord) gives power to the faint, and strengthens the powerless…but those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint, Isaiah 40:29, 31.
A Story of Courage
Martin Luther King Jr....
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25Jul 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 2 July 24-30
A Bible Verse about Strength
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light, Colossians 1:11-12.
A Story of Courage
Harriet...
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20Jul 2016
2016 Golf for Grace Preschool Golf Scramble!
Date: Saturday, August 20, 2016
Time: Lunch - Noon - Macktown Shelter
Golf - 1:30 p.m. - First Tee Time
Prizes - After Golf - Macktown Clubhouse
Where: Macktown Golf Course, Rockton, IL
Cost: $75.00 per player (Includes green fees, riding cart, lunch, and gift bag)
Feel free to sign up as...
15Jul 2016
Bible Study “Live Courageous & Strong” Week 1 July 17-23
Introduction
The call to live a courageous and strong Christian life is a challenge today. Our multitudeof choices and daily distractions grows out of our love of pleasure and new experiences. Our feet take us to the newest restaurant in town, put our children in specialized sports filling their summer days and our weekends throughout the...
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08Jul 2016
Bible Study “Run (the race of faith) Resolutely” Week of July 10-16
Week 6: July 10-16, 2016
Read: Acts 18:1-23 (Mission in Corinth)
Introduction
The Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: Do not be afraid, but speak and do not be silent (Acts 18:9b). What a powerful confidence and directional boost. When we are clear about our direction in life whether personally or as a church, it narrows...
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01Jul 2016
Bible Study “Run (the race of faith) Resolutely Week of July 3 – 9
Week 5: July 3-9, 2016
Read: Acts 17:22-31 (Mission in the Athens)
“`In him (God) we live and move and have our being,’” (Acts 17:28). While the source of this quote spoken by Paul is unknown, it is the summary of our basic understanding of God. Our whole life is a gift from God. Offer thanks...
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