Let Jesus Grow in You

Colossians 3

Living as Those Made Alive in Christ

1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is your[a] life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
5 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. 6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.[b] 7 You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8 But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. 11 Here there is no Gentile or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all.

12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Instructions for Christian Households

18 Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.
19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.

20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.

21 Fathers,[c] do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.

22 Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to curry their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. 23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, 24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. 25 Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favoritism

A Prayer for You

Dear God,

We pray for all people,
We lift up Holy Hands in Jesus name.

We humble ourselves unto Thee.
Lord we thank Thee for all that You have done.

We continue to pray for love, hope and peace,
In The name of Jesus.

Lord we give You all The Power, Honor, and Glory.
All in The name of Jesus.

Convocation: Health and Healing, Rev. Dr. J.A. Lee

Scripture: "By his stripes we are healed" in the Bible: Isaiah 53:4-5

Words of Life: Our message is centered on the concept of health and healing. The pressures of life are almost, unbearable. The economic troubles have hurt so many people in numerous ways it is difficult to imagine. The Holy Spirit speaks to us in different ways. God is concerned about the pains we endure. Our scriture speaks to this issue quiet candidly in terms of ones healing.

God knows of our short comings. He sees the power of sin, namely greed that separates the have and have nots. There some people that have everything while on the other hand there are people without any food or shelter.

Is it that one group is bad and the other good? No matter what the situation we must all do what is right and good in the eyes of The Lord. Jesus was beaten for our sins. As a result we are healed. This is what we must rest are faith upon. The idea that God gave us Jesus.

We pray for healing and good health for all people. We trust in God. This is the faith to move mountains. This faith is so powerful that it can heal the broken heart and soul from a sin sick world. Our faith is in The Lord of our salvation. This will give us both good health and healing. Will you give to continue our work of healing and health? God Bless You for these words of comfort from The holy Spirit. By His Stripes We are Healed.