V.I.C.T.O.R.Y. Victory, Victory, That's Our Cry!

Scripture:
"Together they will go to war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will defeat them because he is Lord of all lords and King of all kings. And his called and chosen and faithful ones will be with him." (Revelation 17:14)

Observation:
God is all powerful! He is Lord over all things. We see God's amazing love in that he provided a way for us to have a relationship with Him through Jesus Christ. We are blessed to be able to answer to the name of "called" and "chosen". These two terms are familiar terms in the New Testament talking about believers, but this is the only place in the book of Revelation that God, refers to His people as "called" or "chosen". What an amazing title that is given to us who follow Christ, by the King of kings, and what awesome responsibility comes with that title.

Application:
Because of who God is and what He has done for each of us, it should prompt us to a response that reaches out to others in love. I'm amazed when I think about how awesome God is (and I mean awesome in the true sense of the word) and that He still loves me and desires this deep relationship with me. As I ponder that thought, I think about the love that God has for others and because I have been called by God, I should be sharing that love with others, that they might know the King of kings.

Prayer:
Father, help me to not only walk in your love today, but help me to exude that love to others that they might see you love for them and give glory, honor, and praise to you today.
In Jesus Name, Amen

Now is the Time!

Scripture:
"'Fear God', he shouted. 'Give glory to him. For the time has come when he will sit as judge. Worship him who made the heavens, the earth, the sea and all the springs of water'." (Revelation 14:7)

Observation:
Now is the time for you and I to...

1. Fear God
2. Give glory to Him
3. Worship Him

The writer of Hebrews says in Hebrews 1:2-"And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe."
Peter used the same terminology in his sermon in Acts chapter 2 at Pentecost, to remind us that the "last days' were inaugurated in the person and ministry of Christ. Therefore, we should be living lives that incorporate these three aspects.

Application:
We need to live a life that is fearful of God and His great power and His judgement. We should also give Him glory for everything, event he things that we often take for granted such as a marvelous planet which not only is inhabitable but a planet that shows the beauty and majesty of a loving and caring God. We should give Him all glory, honor and praise because of the cross! The cross of Christ allows us to have access to the Father and the hope of an eternity with Him. The cross allows us to live a life without fear of Satan or eternal separation from God (Hell).

Prayer:
Father, I come to you today grateful for all of the love that you show to me, from the perfection of creation to the salvation of the cross. Lord, help me to live a life that is fearful of you, that gives You all glory, and a life that is in constant worship to You.
In Jesus Name, Amen

Martyred for the Word of God

Scripture:
"When the Lamb broke the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of all who had been martyred for the word of God and for being faithful in their testimony." (Revelation 6:9)

Observation:
Those who have been martyred for the word of God and for their faithfulness will be avenged for their death. We as God's people are not to revenge the death of someone or to take revenge against those who hurt us but God will avenge those who have been persecuted or martyred because of their faith.

Application:
We must remember that because we don't have that type of persecution here in the United States, there are those who face amazing persecution and martyrdom due to their faith. There are those in our world who sneak around to meet in secret to worship God in Spirit and in Truth. We should remember to lift these people up in prayer and they should be an example of amazing faith to us.

Prayer:
Father, this morning I pray for those around the world that are facing extreme persecution today because of their love for you. I pray that you will protect them and encourage them today that their work is being noticed by their brothers and sister as well as you, Lord.
In Jesus Name, Amen

Neither Hot nor Cold

Scripture:
"I know all the things you do, that you are neither hot nor cold. I wish that you were one or the other! But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth." (Revelation 3:15-16)

Observation:
There is no place for the person who's work is barren or is not producing fruit. At least if you are cold it's easy to realize this fact and make the necessary changes in order to become hot.

Application:
This passage reminds me that you can tell if you are hot, cold, or lukewarm by the fruit that you produce. I need to be out preaching the gospel and evangelizing not only in spoken words but also by the life that I live not only in church but in the community in which I live, so that I don't find my life cold or lukewarm (content with the day to day that life brings).

Prayer:
Father help me to prioritize my life, that I might be found on fire for you.
In Jesus name, Amen

Attention All Middle and High School Students!

David Crowder Band
Friday 11/4
Vines Center/Liberty University

LCC's middle and high school students will be experiencing the David Crowder Band at Liberty University's Vines Center in Lynchburg on Friday, 11/4.

Cost--$15 per person
Plus money for meals

Time of departure--4:30p.
Return time--1:00a--tenative

Fore more information contact Chris Long or Jeff Krecek.

March Events

IMPACT Mexico Dinner Theater:
When: Sunday, March 13
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Where: Lake Christian Church
Cost: $20.00 per-person

This dinner is being held in order to raise money for the church's trip to Mexico this summer. This will be a catered dinner with service provided by the Missions Team. Following dinner, there will be a movie in the sanctuary. Free childcare and complimentary dinner for children will be provided. Tickets are on sale now in the lobby each Sunday. Come out and enjoy a night of fun and fellowship while supporting a great cause.