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❤️ WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT FRIENDSHIP

True friendship is more than simply spending time together—it’s about encouraging, praying for, forgiving, speaking truth in love, and walking together toward God.

📖 “A friend loves at all times.” — Proverbs 17:17

Godly friends:

🌿 Encourage us when we’re weary
🙏 Pray for us when we’re struggling
❤️ Stand beside us in difficult seasons
🕊️ Speak truth with love
🌻 Celebrate our joys
📖 Help us grow closer to God
🤝 Forgive and extend grace

Take a moment today to thank God for the people He has placed in your life. And remember—you can be the kind of friend someone else desperately needs.

Tag a friend who has been a blessing in your life and let them know you’re grateful for them! ❤️

🦁 A POWERFUL LESSON ABOUT OBEDIENCE — 1 KINGS 13

The story of the man of God from Judah is one of those lesser-known Bible accounts that makes us stop and think.

God gave him a clear command. He obeyed at first—but then he allowed another voice to convince him to do something different. The consequences were tragic.
His story reminds us that good intentions and spiritual-sounding advice can never replace obedience to God’s Word.

📖 “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7

Before following a voice, an opinion, or even someone who appears spiritually mature, we should compare what we hear with what God has already said.

What can we learn?

🕊️ Stay faithful to God’s Word.
📖 Test what you hear against Scripture.
🙏 Don’t allow pressure to override obedience.
❤️ Trust God even when the path is difficult.

Obedience matters.

What lesson from 1 Kings 13 speaks to you the most?

A friendly reminder.

📖✨ A powerful reminder from Acts 20:7–12!

Even when we’re tired, distracted, or struggling to stay focused, God’s Word is still powerful. Eutychus’ story reminds us that God can bring life, restoration, and hope into unexpected moments.

Stay awake spiritually. Stay close to His Word. And never underestimate what God can do! ❤️

💧❤️ One encounter with Jesus can change everything.

The woman at the well came carrying her past, but she left carrying hope, purpose, and a story to share. Jesus saw her, knew her, loved her, and offered her living water.
Maybe today you need that same reminder: your past does not disqualify you from God’s transforming grace. 🙏

📖 “Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst.” — John 4:14

💭 Regret looks backward. Repentance turns around. 🙏

Regret says, “I wish I hadn’t done that.”
Repentance says, “Lord, I was wrong—help me change.”

Godly sorrow doesn’t leave us stuck in the past; it leads us toward change, restoration, and a closer walk with God. ❤️

📖 “Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation…” — 2 Corinthians 7:10

🤠❤️ The Ten Commandments—Southern Slang Style!

God’s commands may be thousands of years old, but the truth still hits home today!

🙏 From “Y’all put God first” to “Don’t take what ain’t yours,” these timeless instructions remind us how to love God and treat others.
📖 Exodus 20:1–17

Sometimes God’s truth just needs a little Southern twang! 😉✝️

❤️ Pastor Appreciation Day — October 4th! ❤️

Church family, let’s come together and celebrate two very special people who have faithfully served our community for 10 wonderful years!

🙏 Thank you, Pastor Wes and Amanda, for your love, dedication, prayers, encouragement, and the countless ways you have poured into the lives of others. We love you both dearly and are so grateful for all you do!

🍰 Bring your favorite dish or dessert and let’s make this a time of great food, fellowship, laughter, and gratitude.

Most importantly, let’s come together as a church family to fellowship, encourage one another, and continue building our community together.

❤️ Come celebrate Pastor Wes & Amanda with us!
📅 October 4th
🍽️ Bring a dish or dessert to share
⛪ Come ready for fellowship and fun!

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.” — Hebrews 10:24

❤️ Join us for Pastor Appreciation Day! ❤️

📅 October 4th
📖 Bible Study — 9:45 AM
⛪ Service — 11:00 AM
🍽️ Pastor Appreciation Lunch to follow!

Come help us celebrate Pastor Wes & Amanda and thank them for 10 years of faithfully serving our community!

Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, family member, or neighbor and join us for a wonderful time of worship, fellowship, food, and gratitude. ❤️

We can’t wait to see you there! 🙏

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