Scripture at Sunrise 07.06.2021

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” -John 3:16

Of all the stars in the sky, the polestar is the most useful to the mariner. This text is a polestar, for it has guided more souls to salvation than any other Scripture. It is among promises what the Great Bear is among constellations.

Several words in it shine with peculiar brilliance. Here we have God’s love with a “so” to it, which marks its measureless greatness. Then we have God’s gift in all its freeness and greatness. This also is God’s Son, that unique and priceless gift of a love which could never fully show itself till heaven’s Only-begotten had been sent to live and die for men. These three points are full of light.

Then there is the simple requirement of believing, which graciously points to a way of salvation suitable for guilty men. This is backed by a wide description—”whosoever believeth in him.” Many have found room in “whosoever” who would have felt themselves shut out by a narrower word. Then comes the great promise, that believers in Jesus shall not perish but have everlasting life. This is cheering to every man who feels that he is ready to perish and that he cannot save himself. We believe in the Lord Jesus, and we have eternal life.

[from Faith’s Checkbook by Charles H. Spurgeon]

Scripture at Sunrise 7.21.2020

“And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” -Daniel 12:3

Here is something to wake me up. This is worth living for. To be wise is a noble thing in itself: in this place it refers to a divine wisdom which only the Lord Himself can bestow. Oh, to know myself, my God, my Savior! May I be so divinely taught that I may carry into practice heavenly truth and live in the light of it! Is my life a wise one? Am I seeking that which I ought to seek? Am I living as I shall wish I had lived when I come to die? Only such wisdom can secure for me eternal brightness as of yonder sunlit skies.

To be a winner of souls is a glorious attainment. I had need to be wise if I am to turn even one to righteousness; much more if I am to turn many, Oh, for the knowledge of God, of men, of the Word, and of Christ, which will enable me to convert my fellowmen and to convert large numbers of them! I would give myself to this, and never rest till I accomplish it. This will be better than winning stars at court. This will make me a star, a shining star, a star shining forever and ever; yea, more, it will make me shine as many stars. My soul, arouse thyself. Lord, quicken me!

[from Faith’s Checkbook by Charles H. Spurgeon]

Scripture at Sunrise 11.13.2017

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” -John 8:12 

Jesus is the light of the world. His life that lives in you should be shining through you into this dark world. –excerpts from Steve Wainright’s Sunday Evening Sermon

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This Week’s SERMON AUDIO
Sunday Morning 11/12 – Romans 9:19-24
God’s Glory in Vessels of Wrath & Mercy
Sunday Evening 11/12 – John 8:12-13
“I Am the Light of the World”
Wednesday Evening 11/8 – 2 Kings 8
God Governs All Things–Even Timing

Sermon Audio [from Sunday 11.15.2015]

We hope to be back next week with our daily posts, but for now, we hope you will take the opportunity to listen to the sermons from Sunday.

Sunday Morning | Stability in an Unstable World | Philippians 4:4-7
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“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” -Philippians 4:4-7

Sunday Evening | The Glory of the Son of God & His Relationship with the Darkness | John 1:5
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“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1:5

Scripture at Sunrise 8.10.2015

Sunday Morning | Pastor Steve Wainright | Stop Your Gongusmos | Philippians 2:14-16
“Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life… -Philippians 2:14-16

Any time in your life that you complain, ultimately you’re complaining against God. When you’re complaining, you’re not trusting God.

You were put in this world to shine and you can’t be a good witness if you’re a complainer. Your character must match up while you hold forth the Word of Life.

Do others see Jesus in you?

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*Click here for Sunday Morning Audio: Stop Your Gongusmos (Philippians 2:14-16)
*Click here for Sunday Evening Sermon Audio: Man-Made Religion (1 Kings 12:16-33)
*Click here for last Wednesday’s Sermon Audio: Anticipation in Real Estate (Jeremiah 32)

Scripture at Sunrise 6.26.2014

“The LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you.” -Numbers 6:25

If I have the smile of God, all other frowns are inconsequential. -Tim Keller on Twitter

Scripture at Sunrise 2.27.2013

“Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” -Matthew 5:16

Be the kind of light that makes people squint so hard they don’t even see you anymore. -Bob Goff

Scripture at Sunrise 1.17.2013

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. -Matthew 5:16

Our good works glorify the Lord (Matt. 5:16). Everything we do in His name increases other people’s awareness of Him.” – Charles Stanley via Anthony Vance’s Twitter

Scripture at Sunrise 1.9.2013

And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit. -2 Corinthians 3:18

We behold His majesty through His Word and that is how we are changed into His image. The closer you get to the Lord, the more His majesty glows through your life. You cannot shine as Christians unless you’re gazing upon His glory. -Steve Wainright

Scripture at Sunrise 8.29.2011

But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. -2 Corinthians 12:9

When I’m weak, that’s when self is pushed out of the way and Christ shines brighter.

Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. -Hebrews 4:16

How many times have we been too busy worrying to pray about something? When you are overwhelmed, the King of Kings says, “Come to Me.” He will always supply what you need.