Monday, October 3, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Come Join us for our 9/11 SERVICE
SEPT. 11TH REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
(DARE WE FORGET!)
WHERE: New Life Bible Church
1810 Brown Trail
Bedford, TX 76021
www.newlifebibledfw.org
817-876-9901
WHEN: Sunday 10:30 AM
SPEAKER: Captain Mike Griffith, 720th MP Battalion Army Chaplain, Fort Hood
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Counseling Others
Here's a few reminders that I have learned from other mentors over the last 25 years of church ministry:
1. The Word of God is our best Counselor- Psalm 119:24. There is no substitute when it comes to seeking advice about a domestic relationship, a job, a health concern, a financial matter, etc.
2. You can only lead someone as far as you are spiritually- Romans 15:14. Our kids, and spouse, and loved ones, will grow as much as we have grown (or less).
3. Counseling is causing one to grow up in Christ- I Corinthians 14:20; Ephesians 4:15. One of the goals in counseling is for the patient to solve his own problems from the Word of God where he is dependent on Christ, not the counselor.
4. Sin is irrational...and remember that in counseling with others.
5. Don't give counseling outside of your field.
6. Listen and gather information (James 1:19). Listen for themes and patterns- Proverbs 18:13; Proverbs 14:15.
7. Identify the problem (Proverbs 19:20; Gal. 5:19-23)- Get to the source of the problem (i.e.- bitterness- Heb. 12:15-16; depression; immorality; not surrendered- Rom. 12:1-2; etc.).
8. It’s been said: “Tears can deceive; there are different reasons why people cry." II Corinthians 7:9-10 reminds us that sorrow doesn’t always lead to repentance that is godly. Peter wept, but wasn’t walking with God (Matthew 26:75).
9. Always be solution-oriented in your counseling- Ephesians 4:29 (Give help, hope, and homework).
10. Observe time limits and be confidential. Keep it short and don’t bring 3rd parties into your conversation.
11. Remind folks that their problems and temptations are not abnormal (I Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 4:15).
12. Be careful in counseling the opposite sex (Titus 2:4-5)...have some accountability.
13. Stress prayer as a vital tool (Matthew 21:22).
14. Thinking right leads to right actions, feelings, habits, etc.
15. Always follow-up with individuals you are helping. And remember, there’s no problem God’s grace cannot overcome.
1. The Word of God is our best Counselor- Psalm 119:24. There is no substitute when it comes to seeking advice about a domestic relationship, a job, a health concern, a financial matter, etc.
2. You can only lead someone as far as you are spiritually- Romans 15:14. Our kids, and spouse, and loved ones, will grow as much as we have grown (or less).
3. Counseling is causing one to grow up in Christ- I Corinthians 14:20; Ephesians 4:15. One of the goals in counseling is for the patient to solve his own problems from the Word of God where he is dependent on Christ, not the counselor.
4. Sin is irrational...and remember that in counseling with others.
5. Don't give counseling outside of your field.
6. Listen and gather information (James 1:19). Listen for themes and patterns- Proverbs 18:13; Proverbs 14:15.
7. Identify the problem (Proverbs 19:20; Gal. 5:19-23)- Get to the source of the problem (i.e.- bitterness- Heb. 12:15-16; depression; immorality; not surrendered- Rom. 12:1-2; etc.).
8. It’s been said: “Tears can deceive; there are different reasons why people cry." II Corinthians 7:9-10 reminds us that sorrow doesn’t always lead to repentance that is godly. Peter wept, but wasn’t walking with God (Matthew 26:75).
9. Always be solution-oriented in your counseling- Ephesians 4:29 (Give help, hope, and homework).
10. Observe time limits and be confidential. Keep it short and don’t bring 3rd parties into your conversation.
11. Remind folks that their problems and temptations are not abnormal (I Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 4:15).
12. Be careful in counseling the opposite sex (Titus 2:4-5)...have some accountability.
13. Stress prayer as a vital tool (Matthew 21:22).
14. Thinking right leads to right actions, feelings, habits, etc.
15. Always follow-up with individuals you are helping. And remember, there’s no problem God’s grace cannot overcome.
Sunday, July 3, 2011
The Importance of Sharing our Faith
"YOU FORGOT MY SOUL"
YOU LIVED NEXT DOOR TO ME FOR YEARS,
WE SHARED OUR DREAMS, OUR JOYS, AND TEARS;
A FRIEND TO ME YOU WERE INDEED.
A FRIEND WHO HELPED ME WHEN IN NEED.
MY FAITH IN YOU WAS STRONG AND SURE.
WE HAD SUCH TRUST AS SHOULD ENDURE.
NO SPATS BETWEEN US EVER ROSE,
OUR FRIENDS WERE ALIKE--AND SO, OUR FOES.
WHAT SADNESS, THEN MY FRIEND, TO FIND,
THAT AFTER ALL, YOU WEREN'T SO KIND.
THE DAY MY LIFE ON EARTH DID END,
I FOUND YOU WEREN'T A FAITHFUL FRIEND.
FOR ALL THOSE YEARS WE SPENT ON EARTH,
YOU NEVER TALKED OF SECOND BIRTH.
YOU NEVER SPOKE OF MY LOST SOUL
AND OF THE CHRIST WHO MAKES ME WHOLE!
I PLEAD TODAY FROM HELL'S CRUEL FIRE,
AND TELL YOU NOW MY LAST DESIRE--
YOU CANNOT DO A THING FOR ME;
NO WORDS TODAY MY BONDS WILL FREE.
BUT DO NOT ERR, MY FRIEND, AGAIN--
DO ALL YOU CAN FOR SOULS OF MEN.
PLEAD WITH THEM NOW QUITE EARNESTLY,
LEST THEY BE CAST IN HELL WITH ME!
(Dr. Hoyt W. Allen, Jr.)
John 3:36- "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life; and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him."
YOU LIVED NEXT DOOR TO ME FOR YEARS,
WE SHARED OUR DREAMS, OUR JOYS, AND TEARS;
A FRIEND TO ME YOU WERE INDEED.
A FRIEND WHO HELPED ME WHEN IN NEED.
MY FAITH IN YOU WAS STRONG AND SURE.
WE HAD SUCH TRUST AS SHOULD ENDURE.
NO SPATS BETWEEN US EVER ROSE,
OUR FRIENDS WERE ALIKE--AND SO, OUR FOES.
WHAT SADNESS, THEN MY FRIEND, TO FIND,
THAT AFTER ALL, YOU WEREN'T SO KIND.
THE DAY MY LIFE ON EARTH DID END,
I FOUND YOU WEREN'T A FAITHFUL FRIEND.
FOR ALL THOSE YEARS WE SPENT ON EARTH,
YOU NEVER TALKED OF SECOND BIRTH.
YOU NEVER SPOKE OF MY LOST SOUL
AND OF THE CHRIST WHO MAKES ME WHOLE!
I PLEAD TODAY FROM HELL'S CRUEL FIRE,
AND TELL YOU NOW MY LAST DESIRE--
YOU CANNOT DO A THING FOR ME;
NO WORDS TODAY MY BONDS WILL FREE.
BUT DO NOT ERR, MY FRIEND, AGAIN--
DO ALL YOU CAN FOR SOULS OF MEN.
PLEAD WITH THEM NOW QUITE EARNESTLY,
LEST THEY BE CAST IN HELL WITH ME!
(Dr. Hoyt W. Allen, Jr.)
John 3:36- "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life; and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him."
Friday, June 17, 2011
One Another's of the Bible- Home Study
How well do you treat people? Are you Christ-like in your dealings with others at work, home, or in the church? Please sit down with your family or spouse and look these passages up to enrich your spiritual life.
1. ______________ one another- I Thess. 5:11 (build up and encourage each other)
2. ________________ to one another- Eph. 5:21 (“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”)
3. ______________ one another- Gal. 5:13 (“by love…”)
4. ___________ one another’s burdens- Gal. 6:2 (“…and so fulfill the law of Christ.”)
5. ________________ ye one another- Rom. 15:7 (“…as Christ also received us to the glory of God.”)
6. _________________ one another- Rom. 15:14
7. _________________ one another- Rom. 12:10 (“in honor…”)
8. Kindly ____________________ one to another- Rom. 12:10 (devoted to one another)
9. _______________________ one toward another- Rom. 15:5 (“according to Christ Jesus”).
10. ____________ __________ one another- Eph. 4:2 (“With all lowliness and meekness…forbearing one another in love.”)
1. ______________ one another- I Thess. 5:11 (build up and encourage each other)
2. ________________ to one another- Eph. 5:21 (“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”)
3. ______________ one another- Gal. 5:13 (“by love…”)
4. ___________ one another’s burdens- Gal. 6:2 (“…and so fulfill the law of Christ.”)
5. ________________ ye one another- Rom. 15:7 (“…as Christ also received us to the glory of God.”)
6. _________________ one another- Rom. 15:14
7. _________________ one another- Rom. 12:10 (“in honor…”)
8. Kindly ____________________ one to another- Rom. 12:10 (devoted to one another)
9. _______________________ one toward another- Rom. 15:5 (“according to Christ Jesus”).
10. ____________ __________ one another- Eph. 4:2 (“With all lowliness and meekness…forbearing one another in love.”)
Monday, May 9, 2011
THE SINS OF THE FATHERS
The Word of God has a lot of instruction to fathers. We’re told in Numbers 14:18: “The LORD is longsuffering, and of great mercy, forgiving iniquity and transgression…visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation. What this means is that when you have a decline in parental leadership, where fathers are selfish and not having a positive impact on their children, it usually takes three or four generations to wipe out all the wrong and worldliness that was produced in the children.
Being a father carries with it enormous responsibilities. It requires a lot of prayer, patience, and admitting fault. There are terrific times, and there are times of discouragement. But God is faithful, and He gives us a precious promise in Proverbs 22:6. “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
G. Campbell Morgan, the famous preacher of the past, once said: “What I want my children to be, that I am!” As fathers go, so go the churches, and nation, and future generations. The highest duty of a father is not fixing everything that is broken around the house, or handling the finances, or putting bread on the table. The main duty of a father is to teach his children about the character and wisdom of God. Parental effectiveness comes when our children know their God intimately which produces godly living. The book of Proverbs is a superb resource in training our children for God. The following points are eight responsibilities for all fathers:
1. Teach them to fear God- 1:7
2. Teach them how to work- 6:6-11
3. Teach them to think properly- 3:3,23
4. Teach them to choose the right friends- 1:10-15
5. Teach them how to be pure- 2:16-18
6. Teach them to have a disciplined life- 3:11-12
7. Teach them to protect their words- 4:24
8. Teach them to love others- 3:27-29
Being a father carries with it enormous responsibilities. It requires a lot of prayer, patience, and admitting fault. There are terrific times, and there are times of discouragement. But God is faithful, and He gives us a precious promise in Proverbs 22:6. “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
G. Campbell Morgan, the famous preacher of the past, once said: “What I want my children to be, that I am!” As fathers go, so go the churches, and nation, and future generations. The highest duty of a father is not fixing everything that is broken around the house, or handling the finances, or putting bread on the table. The main duty of a father is to teach his children about the character and wisdom of God. Parental effectiveness comes when our children know their God intimately which produces godly living. The book of Proverbs is a superb resource in training our children for God. The following points are eight responsibilities for all fathers:
1. Teach them to fear God- 1:7
2. Teach them how to work- 6:6-11
3. Teach them to think properly- 3:3,23
4. Teach them to choose the right friends- 1:10-15
5. Teach them how to be pure- 2:16-18
6. Teach them to have a disciplined life- 3:11-12
7. Teach them to protect their words- 4:24
8. Teach them to love others- 3:27-29
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