December 8, 2009 ~ Jesus or Santa?

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May we remember the true reason for the season!

In Christ service,
Patrick

Selah Christian Church
Four Oaks, NC

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December 7, 2009 ~ "What will you do when you fall down?"

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FINISH STRONG!

Praise God. John 9:3-4, "But this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life. As long as it is day, we must do the work of him who sent me"

Not sure what you are facing today but please remember if you fall down Christ will give the strength to get back up.

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church
Four Oaks, NC

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December 6, 2009 ~ Pains of Joy

After the trial of birth comes the Joy!

Today's Scripture:

To the woman (the Lord God) said: "I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; in pain you shall bring forth children; your desire shall be for your husband, and he shall rule over you."

Genesis 3:16

God cursed humankind when Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden. That curse left the human race with numerous problems, including pain in childbirth for women and man's fight to overcome weeds and thistles in trying to produce food. Even today, people feel the results of that curse. Bearing a child is monumentally painful. Many men feel unfulfilled in their work, or that they have never produced anything in their lives.

What is the solution? There is an important answer for women in this verse about the pain Eve would feel in having children. It's just like God to give back with his right hand what his left hand has taken. In the midst of the curse, he offered a great promise: you will still have children. You will still love your husband. You will still enjoy desire for you mate.

Even when God levies a terrible curse, he provides a tremendous blessing beyond it.

Selah people' and friends God promised in his statement to Eve that great blessing would come even in the midst of a curse. Every woman who has given birth by natural means knows the meaning of God's curse. But God did not leave labor without hope. After the baby is born joy results, and the curse of labor is forgotten. In the place of pain comes great jubilation.

"When you are feeling the pangs of a sinful world, remember, God will give you fulfillment even though you must travel some hard paths or rows to get to it."

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church

Four Oaks, NC

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December 5, 2009 ~ Never Forsaken...

What do you need today? God will never forsake you.

Today's Scripture:

I have been young, and now am old; yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his descendants begging bread.

Psalm 37:25

An Indian woman at a missions conference in Calcutta stood before a large crowd and held up hands with only a few fingers. Because her body was ravaged by leprosy, it was hard for many even to look at her. But her face was radiant. "Thank God," she said. "Thank God for my leprosy. For because of it, I cam to know him. I was drawn to him because of my suffering, and I became a believer in him when I realized his love and goodness. From that time, I have never been hungry or thirsty, and I have helped many others find in him the answer to their deepest needs. "She then quoted Psalm 37:25, adding that it had proved true in her life.

God sometimes guides circumstances, whether good or bad, in order to draw you closer to himself. At times you may have a need because he wants you to turn to him for help. When he answers, he will be glorified and your faith will be built up. This verse from the Psalms shows you the powerful truth that God never leaves his children begging. He will always respond to your needs and meet them on his timetable. You can trust that he has allowed that need to exist because he wants you to pray and ask him to meet it.

Selah people' and friends this verse is central for you because it reminds you that when you're living for God, he is going to see that you are taken care of. He will care for you emotionally and materially, and will care for you and your children.

"Take a hard look at your life. You probably have new needs every day...I know I do. Join me as we turn to God and watch him supply, and then you can tell the world how God really does supply everything."

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church

Four Oaks, NC

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December 3, 2009 ~ Christmas with a Capital "C"

Awesome Christmas song from the Go Fish Guys...

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Let us not forget what Christmas is really about...CHRIST!

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church
Four Oaks, NC

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December 2, 2009 ~ A Walk with a Friend

When we walk with a friend it is more about the journey,

not the destination.

Today's Scripture:

Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.

Galatians 5:16

You're taking a long walk with a close friend. What happens on this little adventure? You talk some; your friend responds. The friend brings up a subject; you both discuss it. Your walk together involves talking, thinking, reacting, posing questions, offering answers, and simply enjoying each other's presence. You might say hello to people passing by, and comment on what's going on down a certain street or at work or school. A walk with a friend isn't simply a means to get somewhere; or to just help you loose weight or lower cholesterol, it is the process of getting there that's important and part of the fun of it.

The Bible often compares the biblical lifestyle to a walk. As you go through life, you recognize that God's Spirit is there with you, counseling, consoling, offering advice, giving encouragement, pointing out wrong thoughts or attitudes.

God's Spirit, like a best friend on a walk, desires that you enjoy his presence and learn to embrace him all day, every day.

Selah people' and friends this verse from Galatians teaches you the vital truth that if you follow the Holy Spirit, he will help you do what's right always and never to do what is wrong. AS the Bible teaches, it's like a walk or stroll where God's Spirit becomes a real vibrant part of your life. With Him there, you will naturally turn away from wrong and do good.

"Walking by the Spirit is not difficult. Ask Him to reveal himself to you. Then proceed, expecting Him to speak, guide, encourage, and point out any wrong path you might be taking. Remember my friends you do not have to walk alone. Allow your friend to come along and guide you."

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church

Four Oaks, NC

December 1, 2009 ~ Are you tired?

My Redeemer Lives - Team Hoyt

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Are you weary and heavy burdened? Yesterday as I was journaling and study the word from James and Luke I was compelled to look deep into my soul and ask myself is believing alone enough to be fulfilled? It was obvious to me that when God changes us there is just an outward change that reflects and shows what God has done inside us.

I can remember back in high school for me it was a positive energy that flowed from you eyes and your spirit onto other people. You could feel it happening in a classroom, in the huddle on the football field right before a big play and just sitting along the waterfront with your best friend in the whole world.

Today if you could take a moment to look introspectively and be inspired by "TEAM HOYT". When I feel drained and like my day or week is tough all I need do is watch the Love of this Daddy for his son and see them both cross that finish line. As each of us continue to work toward the ultimate finish line may we too help to push, pull or carry another along the way.

Be blessed today!

Your pastor,

Rev Patrick Muston

Selah Christian Church

Four Oaks, NC

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