In Psalm 1:3 the person whose delight is the law of the Lord is compared to a tree planted by streams of water. Fresh streams result in fruitful seasons and healthy growth. Being Grounded in Truth & Growing in Grace provides the same spiritual benefits. The constant stream of truth from God’s word, coupled with His grace provides healthy spiritual growth - Christ in us, the result of the cross. Truth and grace are essential ingredients as we seek to make disciples of one another at LJBC and of others within our sphere of influence.
The Bible was written by men inspired by the Holy Spirit in a certain time and place and oftentimes to a certain people. If we want to learn to love God the best we can, it is helpful to learn to read the Bible in it’s context before thinking about “today.” Click below for helpful tools for studying God's Word.
Free Indeed, a 12-step recovery group, meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Free Indeed will be led by Mickey Tays, someone who has experienced victory through God’s grace and mutual accountability for nearly 29 years. Mickey has a tender heart towards those who struggle with addictions and unhealthy habits and desires to help. For more informatioin, see the EVENTS page or click here.
Fill My Cup, Lord is taken from Psalm 23:5, a Psalm where David is basking in the loving care of the Lord, his Shepherd. David realized that it was the Lord who leads him beside still waters and in the paths of righteousness, even sometimes walking through the valley of the shadow of death. It seems reasonable to think that all believers should desire this type of a devoted understanding with the One who has redeemed us – Jesus. And yet, if we’re honest, we find times when we don’t position ourselves to enjoy a cup that is overflowing with the blessings of the Lord. As elders we have declared a theme for 2025 of Fill My Cup, Lord. It is our prayer that each of us allow the Spirit of God to use the Word of God to search our heart (Psalm 139:23-24) so that our spiritual cups would be filled to overflowing. In January, and occasionally throughout the year we'll hear of some of the critical biblical dynamics involved in God’s overflowing blessings. Communion with God, The roll of His Word, Biblical Fellowship, and Love Binding Everything Together will be our January start. Join me and accept the challenge of meditating on Psalm 23.
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.2He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters.3He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over. 6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
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