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The Christian Life- What is Truth?

2/4/2023

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The Christian Life
What is Truth?

“For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears my voice. Pilate said to him, ‘’what is truth?’’ ( John 18:38)

Eleven of the twelve disciples are credited with being killed because they would not deny Christ. Did the Disciples of Jesus die for a lie?  The Christian belief, faith and trust are grounded in the knowledge that Jesus is truth. Jesus came bearing witness to the truth. The truth about mankind and the truth about God. The truth about life and the truth about death. Jesus says that all who are of the truth (His sheep) will hear His voice (come to Him). The voice of the shepherd is the voice that the sheep trust and follow. (John 10:27-28) This truth brings understanding (light) and reveals the way (Jesus) to real and everlasting life. Jesus is all three. I am the way the truth the light. (John 14:6)


Many witnesses testified not only of what they heard, but what they saw, touched and talked to. “That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life.” (1 John 1) The unchanging truth they experienced first hand concerning true life, they proclaimed. Jesus came teaching the unchanging absolute explanation of the way we should live (in righteousness) and the values we should hold (God’s morals). This truth is not an evolving truth or one of many truths but the truth for eternity. The Holiness of God is His moral and ethical perfection, His absolute integrity that sets Him apart from all His creatures. As such He cannot lie. It is against His nature. “Thou shalt not lie” does not allow for excuses. “God is not a man that he should lie”. (Numbers 23:19) God is not like us. Proverbs 14:12 tells us “There is a way which seems right to a person, But its end is the way of death.”  Following our own sensual instincts for entrance to Heaven is self deception and self destruction. The reality of truth means falsehoods exist. This is largely denied in our modern society particularly in the area of right and wrong. The widespread acceptance of homosexuality, rebellion, and all forms of sin that we see openly in our society today is a verbatim fulfillment of what Roman’s 1 says always happens when a society denies and suppresses the essential connection between God and truth. (Romans 1:18-27) 


Jesus had answered Pilate’s question before he asked it. When we listen to Jesus, we hear the truth. Jesus is the voice of truth. The day is coming when only the one real truth will count.  It is important to remember that in Matthew 11:29 Jesus said that those yoked to Him will find rest and comfort. To accept and submit to the truth of God is to see clearly, to know with certainty, and to find life everlasting. His commandments are Holy, just and good and filled with His divine love. That’s the truth. Come!


Colby Reeves – member
Evangel Church – Alabaster 
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The Christian Life-Ruling over our sin (Part 2)

12/10/2022

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The Christian Life-Ruling over our sin (Part 2)

In our last article, which can be found on our website, we talked about God’s command to rule over our sin found in Genesis 4:7.  We continue this month looking at verses that help us understand our part in this.
  • No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it. – 1 Corinthians 10:13 – Your sin is not unique and enslaves you only if you indulge in it. This is how addictions are born yet God is faithful. He knows your limitations and keeps obedience within your reach. Nothing in Scripture is written in vain, but serves those who will rely on it.  


  • Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. – 2 Corinthians 5:17 – For the born again Christian the penalty and dominance of sin has passed away and a new life of repentance has come.


  • If we say that we have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth; – 1 John 1:6 -  If we say we’re Christians yet do not follow the life he calls us to, we’re simply not followers of Christ. Many call themselves Christians but live no differently than unbelievers.  


  • Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Be miserable and mourn and weep; let your laughter be turned into mourning and your joy to gloom. – James 4:7-10 – Leaving the door cracked for sin encourages Satan.  Committed resistance defeats Satan. Take action to clean your house, shut the door on sin and flee all immorality. Sin is not to be laughed at and delighted in but mourned over. Those who find joy in sin have no real fear of God or awe of his majesty or dread of his wrath. It is a dangerous condition.


  • But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. – Galatians 5:16 -  Jesus’ word is spiritual. John 6:63 Following His word keeps us from sinning.


  • Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. – James 1:12 – God’s wonderful rewards are worth fighting for both now and for eternity!


God does not owe us the grace and mercy he shows us. When our life ends or Jesus returns the days of grace end and judgment will come. Have you taken the sacrificial death of God’s son for granted? Jesus left detailed instructions for living the new life he requires of us. Do our lives reflect dedication to Christ?

We must depart the self-centered road the world is traveling on and follow Christ. His is the way, the truth and the life.      
Come!



        Colby Reeves – member
        Evangel Church PCA, Alabaster Al. (evangelchurchpca.org)

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The Christian Life-Ruling over our sin.

12/10/2022

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The Christian Life

Ruling over our sin.

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“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.”
1 Peter 5:8 

“sin is crouching at your door; it desires to have you, but you must rule over it.” Genesis 4:7
 
In the beginning Adam trusted and obeyed God. He was pure in thought, word and deed. He enjoyed the great benefits and joy of a relationship with his Creator. On the day he was tempted and disobeyed God, he ate of the forbidden fruit. Where unending life, love, peace, and security had been, now fear, unrest, and death came. Man became sinful. He was barred from Paradise and separated from God. (Genesis 3) 


Sin is the great deceiver and destroyer of mankind. Our sin is what separates us from God and from each other. It is active and temps us daily to ignore God’s good commands and live any way we please, in spite of the consequences. Many times we sacrifice doing right, to satisfy sin. Sin usually takes us farther than we intended to go, keeps us longer than we intended to stay, and costs more than we intended to pay. Romans 6:20-23 tells us we are slaves to sin before coming to Jesus.  We are sinful by nature. Most people would freely admit that they are not perfect, which is true, but unfortunately we’re alright with that. But God is NOT alright with it. He says we must rule over our sin.  The implication is that while sin still exists in us, it no longer is to dominate us. Through Christ we can say NO, and mean it.


1 Corinthians 15:7
“But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ.”  When you trust in Jesus not only is your sin debt removed but you are given a new nature through the Holy Spirit. You are no longer a slave to sin. The reason Matthew 5:5 says “blessed are the poor in Spirit” and “blessed are they that mourn” is because heartfelt grief and sorrow over our sin (new nature) is the necessary motivation empowering us to say no to sin and obey Christ. Our new nature desires righteousness.


But what about when we fail? 1 John 1:9 tells us  “ If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”  Even when we repent and trust in Jesus, sinful temptations will still come.  Heartfelt confession brings forgiveness and, if heartfelt, a willingness to change. Hebrews 12:1 says to “run with endurance”. In 2 Corinthians 10:5 we’re told to “ bring into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ”. Sin begins in the mind. Our thoughts must be guarded closely and sin plucked out. In our new nature we are willing to devise a battle plan to conquer sin and fight for righteousness.

Do you have a plan to rule over your sin? Have you committed to Jesus, His Church, and to study His
word? Have you committed to prayer? Jesus said “all who come to me I will surely not reject” (John 6:37)  Come!


Colby Reeves - member

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Pumpkin Palooza 2022!

9/13/2022

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Evangel Church PCA Young Adult Drama Troupe presents: Bridge of Blood-Jim Elliot Takes Christ to the Aucas

8/29/2022

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Aug 21 - Sunday School Promotion Sunday

8/20/2022

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​Sunday School Promotion Sunday is TODAY If you have children in Sunday school up through Senior High, they will stay in the same class or move up starting August 21st depending on their grade.  Upcoming 3 year olds, 1st graders, 4th graders, and Jr. High students will be promoted up.  Contact Alex Goodsell if you have any questions.  
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New Adult Study on Wednesday Nights at Evangel Church PCA!

8/15/2022

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How have you responded to the love of Christ?

8/15/2022

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The Christian Life


How have you responded to the love of Christ?


“No greater love is shown that a man lay down his life for a friend”


  The love of Christ refers to His love for mankind, his creation, and is seen in His willingness to always act in our best interest. “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him” (John 3:17).


  Christ’s love is seen in his word of truth. “All of your word is truth” (Psalm 119:160). People will lie at will, even friends, but Jesus never told a lie. His teachings are for everyone who desires truth and wants to live wisely. He came to earth for us, teaching about what is good and right (light) and warning of what is evil (darkness). Through His teachings, we avoid many pitfalls in life, if we follow them. When we understand this we begin to trust and follow His commands for our life. 


  The love of Christ is seen in his willingness to serve. Jesus taught that true love is expressed through self sacrifice, not just words.  “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)


Jesus’ love is seen in the giving of the Holy Spirit. “And now I will send the Holy Spirit, just as my Father promised.” ( Luke 24:49)  In Ezekiel 26:36 God had made this promise. “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you. This was fulfilled through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross and His  giving the Holy Spirit to those who trust Him. The Holy Spirit empowers us to say no to sin and begin living a new life of obedience trusting Christ. 


His love for us is seen in His sacrifice for our sin, without which we would perish for eternity.  “But God clearly shows and proves His own love for us, by the fact that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”  (Romans 5:8)  


  This love, which He demonstrated toward us on the cross, is just the beginning. When we place our trust in Him as our Savior, He makes us God’s children, co-heirs with Him forever! He comes to dwell within us through His Holy Spirit, promising that He will never leave us or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5-6).  No matter what we go through, He is there, and His love is ever available to us (Romans 8:35). But as He rightfully reigns as a benevolent King in Heaven, we must also submit to His Lordship over our lives as described in Roman’s  12:1 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your lives as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God”  


   What a gift! God’s plan out of love, Jesus’ sacrifice out of love, so that we might not perish but have ever lasting life with Him in Heaven. “Oh that my life would be a reflection of gratitude, telling the world of His great love.”  How have you responded to the love of Christ?   Come!
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Colby Reeves -member
Evangel Church PCA (evangelchurchpca.org)
Alabaster Al.
 

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Evangel Fall Kick-Off Celebration- August 17th!

7/20/2022

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Wednesday Night Fall Kick-off Celebration
Wednesday, August 17th at 5:30 p.m.


 Evangel Gym Parking Lot & Lawn
Hamburger/HotDog Cookout with all the fixings! 
Join us for great food and fellowship, fun yard games, and fantastic inflatables for youth & kids!
Bring your lawn chair & a friend! ​
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Remembering who we serve.

7/13/2022

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The Christian Life
Remembering who we serve.

“ Choose this day whom you will serve! But as for me and my house we will
serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15)


    In this passage, Joshua draws a line in the sand and challenges the Israelites to make a decision. How useless it is to profess belief and not live it. The Israelites were going through the motions of being God’s people, but they were not living according to His commands. In reality they were hypocrites, professing one thing while living another. Rather than remaining faithful to God, and leading others to Him through a righteous life (bearing fruit), they adopted the evil lifestyles of the very ones who they should have witnessed to. They had turned from God and embraced the world around them. Jesus said in Matthew 6:24, "No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other."   


   We do not have to look far to see how God and the world are opposite.  Pornography thrives and unbiblical relationships are prime time. Lies and broken vows are winked at. Violence and vulgarities are common place. Just as in Joshua’s day, we too can find ourselves being swept away and walking in step with those who have no regard for God’s word and serve the world and it’s views. Views that are void of Gods high morals and self control. A world where the guilty walk the streets and the innocent are killed before birth and where consequences and personal responsibility are not demanded.  God’s people are to live differently. 1 John 2:15-17 says “Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.” 


  Joshua chose to invest his trust and his life in God’s unchanging truth and his call to righteousness. God has revealed, through the scriptures, his salvation plan through Jesus his Son, who demonstrated for us a Godly life. The daily struggle we face as Christians is to reject the world’s values and persevere in faithfulness to Jesus, like swimming upstream against a current of self indulgence and moral decay. We’re to imitate Jesus through obedience, good works, kindness, and self control. This is God’s will for us.


  God’s word must direct our lives and we need the company of those who are committed like Joshua around us.  Proverbs 13:20 tells us, "He that walketh with wise men shall be wise."  We are influenced by the company we keep. 1 Corinthians 11:1 says “imitate me as I imitate Christ”


    At Evangel we seek to teach God’s word to all who will come and tell of the salvation he offers through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We seek to encourage each other, in a loving community, to choose daily to serve the Lord.   Come!

Evangel Church PCA (evangelchurchpca.org)
423 Thompson Rd., Alabaster Al


SS 9am, Worship 10:15 am 
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