Wow! What a great M3 meeting yesterday! For those who don't attend New Life Midway, it was a time where a number of men were honored. (Honor or "respect those who work hard among you" 1 Th.5:12.) For example, the following men earned their Unstoppable Award pin for being unstoppable in God's word for four weeks straight- Andre Vargas, Chuy Cervantes, Dave DeBoer, Flo Juarez, Oscar Nunez, and Osiris Alday. Way to go men!
We also recognized the men who joined M3 since our last meeting a month ago- Jose Billagas (via George Doherty), William Dyckman (via Eddie Morales), Luis Ortiz (via Ismael Andrade), Horacio De La Torre and Mark Estrada (via dg). Be ready to welcome some new brothers this week, starting with Lou Ojeda whom we all met at the meeting. Thanks Sam for bringing him on board. So give a warm welcome to Lou!
It was also great to honor George Doherty who graduated from Basic Training (everyone starts there). He had already earned his Unstoppable award pin and recently recruited Jose Billegas. This advances George from being a Protege (Pro) to a Coach. Who will be advancing to a coach at our next month's meeting, July 12th?
We also honored all the men who hold the rank of R1 to R5!
R1- Antonio Palomar, Dave Heidekrueger, Gary Remson, George Doherty, George Rabiela, Israel Fuentes, Robert Roman, Roger Vinlasaca and Vince Diaz
R2- Ismael Andrade and Mike Pagan
R3- Sam Vargas
R4- Jack Rogers
R5- Eddie Morales (Congratulations Eddie and welcome back from your Mexico mission trip!)
Our mission is a very high calling- to multiply manly men. Please keep encouraging the men you enlist. These are your sons in the faith, your legacy. Your rank reflects those men who stay in M3. We are our brother's keeper. Be like a good shepherd to your own. Proverbs 27:23 says, "Be sure you know the condition of your flocks..." So if you notice one of your recruits struggling on the board or wandering from the Lord, call him and ask your fire-teammates to contact him as well. "My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back, remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save him from death and cover over a multitude of sins" James 5:19-20. To help you, I will be texting you and your fire team when one of your men is MIA on the blog. Thanks for being "devoted to one another in brotherly love" Romans 12:10. (12:10 brother!:)
Having said this, I am not implying that a man is wandering away from the Lord if he decides to drop out of M3. This ministry is not for everybody and I will grace, not guilt, anyone who decides this mission with this band of brothers is not for him. But let me also say this. I have been disappointed with a few brothers who have dropped out and did not even show the courtesy to return my several caring calls. That is doubly rude, because they made a commitment to return calls promptly. That is the behavior of irresponsible boys, not men. I didn't call them boys; it's the behavior of irresponsible or fearful boys. They just need to man up. If they owned a business, wouldn't they expect an employee to communicate if they were going to resign? It's simply the mature and thoughtful thing to do. It hurts to be so slighted when we have devoted ourselves to helping others grow. Thanks for being manly men!
Speaking of recruiting, thanks for caring enough to talk to others about what you have found to be so helpful. Remember, you get double points now for such conversations. (Only 2 points for group presentations. Please focus on individual conversations. Again, think of it like courting. Don't ask a bunch at once:)
1.- At the meeting yesterday, I also passed out a powerful outreach tool- our new greatestminimovies.com cards. Please go to that site now and watch one of the videos and share the name of it and a bit about it. (I want you to give out these cards, knowing what powerful videos are within it for people to see. If you didn't get any cards, text me and we will make it happen.)
Our disciplines determine our destiny. Our holy habits influence our eternal impact. So please join me in a new holy habit- giving out our Greatest Minimovies cards regularly. Why not see if you can give out one a day? I do. No failure if you don't. But be looking for opportunities. Just think what an eternal impact you could make. "He who wins souls is wise" Prov.11:30.
2.- Read through our passage in Proverbs for today- 21:16-31 and write out the verse or phrase you picked.
We also recognized the men who joined M3 since our last meeting a month ago- Jose Billagas (via George Doherty), William Dyckman (via Eddie Morales), Luis Ortiz (via Ismael Andrade), Horacio De La Torre and Mark Estrada (via dg). Be ready to welcome some new brothers this week, starting with Lou Ojeda whom we all met at the meeting. Thanks Sam for bringing him on board. So give a warm welcome to Lou!
It was also great to honor George Doherty who graduated from Basic Training (everyone starts there). He had already earned his Unstoppable award pin and recently recruited Jose Billegas. This advances George from being a Protege (Pro) to a Coach. Who will be advancing to a coach at our next month's meeting, July 12th?
We also honored all the men who hold the rank of R1 to R5!
R1- Antonio Palomar, Dave Heidekrueger, Gary Remson, George Doherty, George Rabiela, Israel Fuentes, Robert Roman, Roger Vinlasaca and Vince Diaz
R2- Ismael Andrade and Mike Pagan
R3- Sam Vargas
R4- Jack Rogers
R5- Eddie Morales (Congratulations Eddie and welcome back from your Mexico mission trip!)
I salute you all! Well done!
Our mission is a very high calling- to multiply manly men. Please keep encouraging the men you enlist. These are your sons in the faith, your legacy. Your rank reflects those men who stay in M3. We are our brother's keeper. Be like a good shepherd to your own. Proverbs 27:23 says, "Be sure you know the condition of your flocks..." So if you notice one of your recruits struggling on the board or wandering from the Lord, call him and ask your fire-teammates to contact him as well. "My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back, remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save him from death and cover over a multitude of sins" James 5:19-20. To help you, I will be texting you and your fire team when one of your men is MIA on the blog. Thanks for being "devoted to one another in brotherly love" Romans 12:10. (12:10 brother!:)
Having said this, I am not implying that a man is wandering away from the Lord if he decides to drop out of M3. This ministry is not for everybody and I will grace, not guilt, anyone who decides this mission with this band of brothers is not for him. But let me also say this. I have been disappointed with a few brothers who have dropped out and did not even show the courtesy to return my several caring calls. That is doubly rude, because they made a commitment to return calls promptly. That is the behavior of irresponsible boys, not men. I didn't call them boys; it's the behavior of irresponsible or fearful boys. They just need to man up. If they owned a business, wouldn't they expect an employee to communicate if they were going to resign? It's simply the mature and thoughtful thing to do. It hurts to be so slighted when we have devoted ourselves to helping others grow. Thanks for being manly men!
Speaking of recruiting, thanks for caring enough to talk to others about what you have found to be so helpful. Remember, you get double points now for such conversations. (Only 2 points for group presentations. Please focus on individual conversations. Again, think of it like courting. Don't ask a bunch at once:)
1.- At the meeting yesterday, I also passed out a powerful outreach tool- our new greatestminimovies.com cards. Please go to that site now and watch one of the videos and share the name of it and a bit about it. (I want you to give out these cards, knowing what powerful videos are within it for people to see. If you didn't get any cards, text me and we will make it happen.)
Our disciplines determine our destiny. Our holy habits influence our eternal impact. So please join me in a new holy habit- giving out our Greatest Minimovies cards regularly. Why not see if you can give out one a day? I do. No failure if you don't. But be looking for opportunities. Just think what an eternal impact you could make. "He who wins souls is wise" Prov.11:30.
2.- Read through our passage in Proverbs for today- 21:16-31 and write out the verse or phrase you picked.
Remember
to give yourself credit on the scoreboard for this past weekend.
Announcements
Wow! I am proud of you all! Almost all of you are scoring so well. And I believe this week everyone will be scoring 25 points or more. The team averages below again did not include the team leaders. They are focusing on helping you succeed. But as you can tell, they are doing a great job of scoring. (Eddie even scored respectably while in Mexico!) First place this week goes to Fire Team 3 which just beat out Fire Team 2 by a nose.
Announcements
Wow! I am proud of you all! Almost all of you are scoring so well. And I believe this week everyone will be scoring 25 points or more. The team averages below again did not include the team leaders. They are focusing on helping you succeed. But as you can tell, they are doing a great job of scoring. (Eddie even scored respectably while in Mexico!) First place this week goes to Fire Team 3 which just beat out Fire Team 2 by a nose.
| Fire Team 1 | Team 1 av.31.57 | Fire Team 4 | 0 | Team 4 av. 26 | |||||
| Eddie Morales | U | R5 | 30 | George Rabiela | U | R1 | 104 | ||
| Phil Raymond | U | 28 | Mike Pagan | U | R2 | 26 | |||
| Alex Dyckman | U | 25 | Rich Guardiola | U | 31 | ||||
| Ismael Andrade | U | R2 | 41 | ||||||
| Luis Ortiz | 36 | Chuy Cervantes | 21 | ||||||
| Gary Remson | U | R1 | 29 | Fire Team 5 | 0 | Team 5 av. 32.6 | |||
| James Schmidt | U | 25 | Jack Rogers | U | R4 | 87 | |||
| William Dyckman | 37 | Andre Vargas | 24 | ||||||
| Fire Team 2 | 0 | Team 2 av. 33.3 | Armando Hernandez | U | 44 | ||||
| Sam Vargas | U | R2 | 66 | George Doherty | U | R1 | 26 | ||
| Oscar Nunez | 40 | Jose Billegas | 9 | ||||||
| Roger Vinlasaca | U | R1 | 60 | ||||||
| Israel Fuentes | U | 38 | Fire Team 6 | 0 | Team 6 av.30.75 | ||||
| Flo Juarez | 22 | Dave Garratt | U | R? | 82 | not incl. blog comments | |||
| Fire Team 3 | 0 | Team 3 av. 33.6 | Horacio De La Torre | 46 | |||||
| Robert Roman | U | R1 | 89 | Ed Lake | 19 | ||||
| Guillermo Baez | 45 | Dave DeBoer | 33 | ||||||
| Vince Diaz | U | R1 | 31 | Mark Estrada | 25 | ||||
| Antonio Palomar | U | R1 | 26 | ||||||
| Nic Palhegyi | 17 | ||||||||
| Osiris Alday | 49 | ||||||||
1. The video I watched was: "Adam and Eve were just myths". Very good video that addresses several negative comments that people have against the credibility of events that took place in the Bible. Each of the comments is clearly refuted based on the Word of God. Also very nice pictures in the video.
ReplyDelete2. Prov. 21:21 "Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor. "
Love that verse. Those who pursue will find what their pursuing. There's confidence in that. pro.8.17.niv I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.
DeleteGlad you liked that home-made movie Roger:)
DeleteThanks again for your help at yesterday's meeting.
Roger-- that verse says it all-- it's what we all must focus on
Delete1. I watched what you happens when you wait video. Delayed response to accepting Jesus is like playing russian roulette. Why take the risk?
ReplyDelete2.pro.21.30.niv There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord .
What a powerful verse! He is able and above all things! Powerful and Mighty! Nothing can stand against Him. He dictates things into motion. He is the Alpha and Omega.
May it be a safe flight back for you today Eddie.
DeleteYes, that's a good video.
Thanks for exalting our Lord this morning!
Very true! God is in control. It's awesome the things your doing to advance his kingdom. Keep on being a good example Eddie. Have a safe trip back.
DeleteAmen Eddie thanks for breaking it down for me, God bless.
DeleteEddie great comments-- he has already won the war, but it's up to us to advance his Kingdom for his return. Before satan takes hold of others
DeleteAmen He is the Alpha and the Omega.
DeleteCaught by the F.B.I is a story about GOD's mercy and how he showed a girl he has mercy for her sins.....proverbs 21;16 A man who strays from the path of understanding comes to rest in the company of the dead......ON proverbs 20;21 An inheritance quickly gained at the beinning will not be blessed at the end. could they be talking about suicide
ReplyDeleteI liked that video too Flo. (Err, that's why it's in there:)
DeleteProbably not a reference to suicide, since self murder was condemned and typically not practiced by Jews of the OT.
They would ask someone else to do that, than kill themselves.
Proverbs 21; 16 good verse for people who let worldly people overtake there faith. God bless you Flo. May you continue to show people the light.
Delete1. Good God? Evil world is the video I watched. Good video to watch. It explains why there is so much evil in this world that God created. I really liked the comparison between the flood with Noah and the coming of Jesus. People have never changed. Good eye opener.
ReplyDelete2. Proverbs 21.29.ESV A wicked man puts on a bold face, but the upright gives thought to his ways.
Glad you liked it James.
DeleteMay the Lord strengthen you with might by His Spirit as you walk with Christ today.
Very good verse James.
DeleteAwesome James! definitely going to watch that one next :) Blessings brother!
Delete1. I watched -- if there is a God then why does evil and tragedy exist. It was enlightening and brings up the main fact that we have choices freedom to choose. A world without choice is unrealistic and it will be a perfect world once Jesus returns-- heaven!
ReplyDelete2. "Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity, and honor." Proverbs 21:21
This says it all!
Good Jack, we await our Savior from heaven to make this wrong world right.
DeleteAmen brother, The world maybe filled with evil but in the end the righteous will always prosper over the wicked.
DeleteAmen the world will be perfect when Jesus returns.
DeleteGod bless you Jack! Always encouraged to hear stories of how you are serving the Lord :)
Delete1-Good morning everyone, I apologize for not being at the meeting yesterday. I have not watched the videos yet but will do hopefully shortly.
ReplyDelete2-Proverbs 21:31
The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord. The lord knows the victory we are entitled to when we stead fast of his glory.
Bless you Guillermo! It was good chatting with you already this morning.
Delete1. Watched "Catastrophic Love". He embarked in his journey to find answers that was fueled through pain,agony and hatred. Ultimately culminating in surrendering his life to Jesus, forgiving and leading his father to Christ.
ReplyDelete2. "The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord."
The verse reminds me that we're responsible for our readiness ("be prepared in season and out of season...." 2 Timothy 4:2b) but the outcome and victory is decided by the Lord.
You get the award for choosing and watching the longest video Robert. I was inclined not to include it because of its length, but Josh McDowell's story is so powerful.
DeleteGood thoughts on the verse too.
great balace in your commentary on that verse.
DeleteWelcome brother Lou! I'm glad you are joining us.
ReplyDeleteThanks for bringing me in, brother Sam.
Delete1) I watched caught by the F.B.I. The title caught my eye. It was about a woman and her drug empire. She had to lose it all (on the run, go to jail) to realize, she needed Jesus in her life.
ReplyDelete2) Proverbs 21:30 (NIV) There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord.
I pray that we reach out to those that don't even know what they are doing is wrong.
Luke 23:34 Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
Glad you liked that video too Sam. We've got a good tool to give to others.
DeleteI like the thoughts you shared as well.
you know I forgot that sometimes you have to lose it all to find GOD, Samson lost his sight and saw GOD better then,. We come into this world with nothing and we leave with only the love Jesus.
DeleteAmen Sam may we always reach out to the many lost.
Delete1. I watched , I'm an atheist. One comment was "an atheist does not find God for the same reason a thief does not find a policeman."
ReplyDelete2. The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rest with the Lord . Prov. 21: 31 . Prepare brothers with the word of God . The Lord is our victory
Welcome Lou and you're off to a very good start! Glad you liked the video, "I'm an Atheist."
DeleteGood comment also on the verse you picked out.
Welcome on board brother.
DeleteWelcome brother, nice to have you.
DeleteBrother Louie, welcome to M3. Glad you're on-board with us and I look forward to reading your postings. God bless you :-)
DeleteWelcome Luis
DeleteThank you all for The Band of Brothers welcome. Looking forward to meeting everyone
DeleteWelcome Louie it was great to meet you yesterday. I am sure you will be greatly blessed in this group.
Deletewelcome Louie, we are excited to have you brother
DeleteWonderful to have you Louie!
Deletewelcome great quote.
DeleteWelcome Louie, it was nice meeting you yesterday.
DeleteWelcome, Louie! You will definitely find lots of encouragement being in M3.
DeleteWelcome brother. Glad to see another brother that is seeking the Lord. God bless
Delete1.Watch the first video excellent, it ends with the Proverbs 26:12 " Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them."
ReplyDelete2.if I would have heeded this verse I would have kept out of a lot of trouble..21.23. "Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity."
Realizing the past destruction that was caused is a good motivator to guard your mouth in the future George. But desiring and seeking to encourage people around you now as M3 is training us to do will be the best changing agent. May God grant you opportunities to restore relationships with those who have been hurt.
DeleteThat is a catchy opening video.
DeleteI picked the same verse George.
David thank you for the text. I hope your family and yourself continue to have a great time in California.
Delete1- I watched "what does God look like". People can come up with many different views and interpretations of what God looks like and His character. I too growing up in church now look back and I also in a way had a very generic and even a distorted view of God. Now as an adult as I've come to know Him on a deeper level and reading the Word. He is everything in everything and so much more than I can even explain in my life. I too have wondered what Gods physical appearance looks like. That's why I'm drawn to one of my favorite chapters in the bible, Revelations chapter 4. Although Hohn doesn't explain his physical appearance he does try his best to describe Gods throne room. Everything I read that I try to imagine it but I know that my imagination is just a fraction of the awesomeness of the reality of what it really looks like. But by faith, one day I'll get too see it with my own eyes and see Him as well
ReplyDelete2- Proverbs 21:23.
Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
This stood out to me because I can recall times when my words got me in trouble. I however seen lately how God has worked in me and I'm able to control my tongue a lot more.
Brother Luis, I did as well "I also in a way had a very generic and even a distorted view of God." Reminded me of Job 42:5 "My ears had heard of you but now my eyes have seen you."
DeleteLuis I still have a distorted view of GOD, that why I come to church and pray so he can straighten me out.... Look in the mirror that's what GOD looks like, only Jesus has a physical body
DeleteFlorentino, Keep it up bro. God is molding and shaping you day by day. Just take it a day at a time and keep seeking Him.
Delete2 Corinthians 4:16 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.
When i said I have wondered what He looks like, i was saying more on details. Since the Word lets us know we are a mold after him.
Genesis 1:26a Then God said, "Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness.
Genesis 1:27 So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.
good Luis! As we look into the mirror of God's word, we get a glimpse of Him. "Now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face." 1 Cor.13;12. I too look forward to that glorious day.
Delete1 I watched falling plates. Its amazing how it spaeka about how much the lord loves and cares for us, how he made us to be pure. But as we begin to grow we as people tend to become distant from him. It talks about how he blessed us with life, and he continues to bless us with everyday that we wake.
ReplyDelete2. Proverbs 21:30 There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the lord.
I chose this passage, because I've come to realize that the lord plan for us is the only real plan we have in life. The whole time I was living life based on my plan I gained nothing but pain and suffering. As I changed my life and started to follow the lords plan I found comfort and compassion, I owe every living day to our lord, he has truly blessed me and has given me more than a second chance at life. He's given me eternal life in his kingdom.....
Amen brother. Great verse. Glad to hear how the Lord is working in you and directing your steps.
DeleteVery good Jose! And glad to have met you yesterday after the several times of talking together over the phone.
DeleteJose, I believe the Lord has big plans for you. I'm glad you joined M3.
Delete
ReplyDelete1. I will give it my best effort.
2. Sinners are always wanting what they don’t have; the God-loyal are always giving what they do have.
(Proverbs 21: 26 MSG)
Amen great verse
Delete1. Which of the videos did you watch? :)
DeleteSo good to have you and your family over Saturday.
1)
ReplyDeleteI watched the mini video titled "A Man Fell in a Hole". It illustrated the way various religions address man's need for salvation and how only Christ offers the best solution. It was an excellent presentation.
2) Proverbs 21:21
Whoever pursues righteousness and love
finds life, prosperity and honor.
Seeking to be in right relationship with God and people by following and applying biblical instructions will generally result in a fulfilling, satisfying life. In this world it typically will be a life that is blessed and blesses others and it will usually be praised and admired those encountered. But also God promises eternally to bestow perfection, the richest rewards and the highest, worthy esteem, one could ever properly receive.
Very good Dave! Are you still vacationing? Where in the world are you?:)
DeleteWe are in Lakeside CA which is a suburb of San Diego staying with relatives. We've already been to Disneyland in Anaheim CA.. Today we are going to the beach. Tomorrow we're we are traveling again to Las Vegas and then to the Grand Canyon. We expect to be home to Chicago on Saturday. Having a wonderful time and making memories with the family.
DeleteI watched "I Believe in Evolution" and I strongly recommend it. We live in a world of daily discovers, where our ability to distribute information to a world-wide audience in seconds makes it possible to learn something new each day. I am a naturalist at heart, and a scientist by training. As a boy, I struggled with the idea that we could have evolved from lower, more primitive life-forms, but that is what my science teachers expected me to believe, or at least consider a possibility. While I am not one to rule out any possibility, the simple truth is I have eyes that see, and my eyes have seen during my time in contact with nature the beauty of God's handiwork.
ReplyDeleteFive minutes on a hike in the woods has me marveling at the attention to detail that has gone into the creation of every living and non-living thing. If all of this is simply the result of a random event billions of years ago, what does that say about the meaning of life and our purpose on this Earth? Are we all simply mistakes...accidents...a freak occurrence in nature. No. We are all touched by grace and we are all capable of love and compassion. Good luck explaining how these expressions of life evolved from a giant explosion in the emptiness of space. This video does a great job of affirming that we are children of a loving and all-powerful God.
Proverbs 21:21 "Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity, and honor." To live rightly, in accordance with the will of God, or Creator, and to love as He loves us, what greater purpose do we need than this. When I catch myself foolishly mulling over this question (what is my purpose), I am brought back to my senses by these words: you were made to love the agod that created you and to love all the marvelous works He has surrounded you with. That is my purpose, and living out this purpose HAS brought me life, and a life of prosperity and honor. I am a son of Almighty God. I am humbled to call myself this, and lifted up at the same time. Live righteously, my brothers...love boundlessly.
Hoorah, Fire Team 3. God bless you brothers. Let's keep up the good fight in Jesus's Holy Name.
Brother Osiris, yes we are "We are all touched by grace"! What a wonderful privilege :-)
DeleteAll so good Osiris. Especially liked your closing words- "I am a son of Almighty God. I am humbled to call myself this, and lifted up at the same time. Live righteously, my brothers...love boundlessly."
DeleteHe created many things beautifully :). Great job taking us on a walk to explore in our minds God's creations.
Delete1. – “Draw me a picture” Most people sometimes want to see the big picture before committing to anything. They want to see the end result to see if it worth the time. God promise us from the beginning to give us eternal live with him. What is better than eternal life with God in a perfect heaven? Nothing in this world. Just the name of Jesus is the big picture, who is the main focus to live a new life. This video summarizes who Jesus is and why he is the main focus to live for. A life pleasing to God, and a life of righteousness. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. This video will at least sparks people interests to learn more about God and Jesus. It’s a starting point and an outreach to new man to become manly men. Amen.
ReplyDelete2. - Proverbs 21:21 whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.
faith is what GOD gave us , most other people grew up in Missouri the show me state.
DeleteBrother Oscar, I was smiling the entire time I was reading your post. Keep it up brother :-)
DeleteYour comment that this video will spark your interest. Yes, It sparked my interest, it will be the next one I watch :)
DeleteGood words Oscar. And I'm smiling reading the good words of your brothers.
DeleteGreat post, keep up the good work.
Delete1) "what does GOD look like?"
ReplyDelete2) The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord. (Proverbs 21:31 NIV)
Hey Ricardo! That video reminds me of my childhood- we had those Viewmasters.:)
Delete
ReplyDelete1.- watched video "Good God - Evil World".
Why does God allow all the suffering, violence and disasters in world, why not in his majestic power does he not put a stop to all these injustices. Video illustrates that God has given us free will of choice since the time of creation, these catastrophic events are results, consequences of our choices. Since Adam n Eve chose to sin n rebel against God, God has brought upon humanity death n judgement.
2.- Verse for today
Pov. 21:17. Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.
Many have fallen victim to the luxuries of this world only to bring devastation and ruin to their lives. The love of this life is a form of idolatry which God detest and will bring upon oneself His wrath.
Great seeing you yesterday my brother. Great points regarding the video and the verse!
DeleteI echo Israel's good words to you Armando.
DeleteHope your son Nick can join us soon. That would be great!
1. I believe in evolution! Thisvideo caught my eye. I have been working with people at work that are non believers. They just don't believe in God or his word. Over time i have noticed that they are hungry for knowledge and understanding of the gospel. Slowly they have come around and opened up. I have given them scripture and they are very curious. I have led them to our web page and to listen to straight talk with Pastor Mark. They do believe but they ate scared of new thing and what Good had in store for them. With This card the can navigate they videos and have now l more questions answered. After service i handed my first one or at work to a fellow Co worker. Life is good!
ReplyDelete2. Proverbs 21:26 NIV All day long he craves for more, but the righteous give workout sparing.
I feel God puts special people in our life so we can help them with the living word. Don't take me wrong, but I too need help and understanding but what u do know has got me they to help others. The are hungry
And we must feed them.
So glad to hear that you already got to give out a Greatestminimovies card Horacio! Way to go!
DeleteWe will be looking closely at the sluggard of Prov.21-25-26 next week. Stay tuned.:)
1. I seen "Smart" and it is centered around Proverbs 26:12 "Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them." Some good cross references are Proverbs 3:7 "Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil." and Proverbs 26:5 "Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes." The main message is this: Trust in the Lord, do not trust in yourself.
ReplyDelete2. Prov 21:23 "Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble."
Do my eyes deceive me?:) So glad to see you so early on the blog Israel.
DeleteWow, I read your Friday night's blog comments last night. What a powerful testimony of God turning plans around for you after such a long waiting room time. Thank You Lord!
Good choice of Proverbs! That was almost the one I chose!
DeleteGreat placed to place your trust since we desire for our trust to be safe let us place it in the safest place available with he who has all power desires our greatest good.
DeleteLol... I know, I surprised myself being on the blog so early :)
DeleteBrother Israel, great summary! "Trust in the Lord, do not trust in yourself."
DeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteI am happy to hear that my fellow M3 brothers had a great meeting! I wasn't feeling well Sunday morning and thought it best to stay in bed. I truly can't wait to attend with you all. Glad to be with such an awesome group of men that are set on godliness.
ReplyDelete1) The video site resource is such a great tool! Excited to utilize this in my conversations.
The video I watched was "What does God look like". It was a great reminder to us that it is only natural we wonder what God looks like, both in appearance and character. Where we overlook though, is that the word says that whoever has seen Jesus Christ, has seen the Father. It goes on the list so many amazing qualities that Jesus possesses.
It was a stirring, refreshing, and made me all the more what to seek Christ-like character with all my heart!
2). My chosen Verse from our readings today is:
Proverbs 21:30 "There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord."
Amen! What a encouragement that nothing can stand against our God!
great enthusiasim will.
DeleteGreat verse William! I look forward to meeting you soon brother!
DeleteI hope your feeling better William, I'm looking forward to meeting you in person. Hopefully on the June 28th.
DeleteGlad you're feeling better William. That is a Christ exalting video!
DeleteGood job doing your posts, Will. :) By the way, that video you watched sounds good. I'll need to see it.
Delete1) No longer a Muslim. I loved it. Particularly because he was an informed Muslim with great zeal. I love how he saw a change in the Christians he met, and was drawn to the wisdom that flowed from their mouth. I love, love, love that just like saul of Tarsus he sought to disprove the Gospel but found himself converted by it. Praise God for the peace he received but could never earn. The peace of knowing he was accepted, forgiven, loved.
ReplyDelete2) 21:21 The one who pursues righteousness and faithful love will find life, righteousness, and honor. (HCSB)
Seek to honor God and you will find many blessings, it is difficult to be angry with those who are a benefit to you because of their character, or those who desire your best interest, they will win your respect and honor even if your reject their ways. There are times that we find trouble in place of honor in those times we have the opportunity to truly be like Jesus. To be mistreated because our Godly stnadards are an offence to those who love wickedness and call evil good.Do not become weary in well doing for in due time you will reap a harvest if you persevere and faint not.
That sounds awesome Antonio! Im gonna have to check that video out! I also chose Proverbs 21:21 they say great minds think alike. By the way it was nice meeting you today and painting with you! ;)
DeleteSo glad that you love the video Antonio. There's many other good ones too.
DeleteBrother Tony, "they will win your respect and honor even if your reject their ways." reminded me of Proverbs 16:7 "When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them." Also, great example of a radical conversion with Saul/Paul.
Delete1. The video i watched was called "Say No to Religion" it was about if you want a Life with God, you must work on a relationship with him and not religion. By the way i love this idea with these cards ! ;-)
ReplyDelete2. Proverbs 21:21 Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Great to see you at the meeting my brother. continue the great work on the blog.
DeleteThanks Phil! You made me :)
DeleteNice verse choice, Phil! You are doing great staying faithful with the blog! Keep up the good work!
DeletePhil, miss you brother, hope your workload hasn't been too overwhelming! God bless you and your family :-)
Delete1- "I believe in evolution" and "caught by the FBI" It's a great website. I feel it can not only help non-believers but also believers. Thanks brother Dave.
ReplyDelete2- Proverbs 21:22New International Version (NIV)
22 One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty
and pull down the stronghold in which they trust.
Ah Vince, your gratitude refreshes me! Thanks!
DeleteBrother Vince, agreed! "I feel it can not only help non-believers but also believers." We're still a work in progress :-)
Delete1 - The video I watched is A Man Fell in a Hole. I liked how it highlighted the way other religions say what you need to do to be saved but only Christianity show Jesus going down into the hole to help the man.
ReplyDelete2 - Proverbs 21:23 Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.
Glad you liked it Coach. :)
Delete1. "Say no to religion" this gives topics of what was God intention to have with us... a relationship not a religion, how do we get that relationship and how that looks like? That's by mercy and grace given to us by Jesus Christ.
ReplyDeleteYou know this is a great topic just cause I spoke and had a conversation earlier today with my twin. I've been sending some links on certain topics we discussed before(on M3). And brought the question if he has read or taken a look, answer was no. To make long story short my brother says he believes in Jesus Christ as Lord and savior but refuses to read or have know about scripture. His answer was "my relationship with Christ doesn't have to involve reading scripture, then that turns out to be religion following a bunch of instructions" "my relationship comes from the heart and what he tells me". I then responded, how would one know Christ and his character, his mercy and grace, his love for one, his ways if one won't open the book"?. Then I continue saying it's like buying a car, and every car has a manual instruction of its functions and all its features, if one don't open it then chances are one won't know how to properly drive it or work it"?.. my brother said "good point, but still have my own beliefs". I gently dropped it and just said thank for always being open to talk these type of conversations with me with out any type of arguments...
sorry I went off topic a bit but it reminded me of what some people think religion is.
You handled that conversation like a manly man, brother. You didn't push the matter, but you definitely planted the seed. I will pray that your brother recognize the truth in the point you raise. You wouldn't marry a woman you just met. You'd get to know her, listen to her words, examine her character, and build a relationship with her before even considering tying your life to hers. Why wouldn't we do the same with our Lord and Savior, who wants nothing more than to have a relationship with us. I praise God that the Holy Spirit burned within you and guided your words.
DeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
DeleteHey brother, you just planned a seed. You are doing Gods work and that is abundant in the eyes of the Lord.
DeleteKeep reaching out to him, and pouring into him. Keep up the good work God has called you to.
Delete
ReplyDeleteHe who guards his mouth and his tongue, Guards his soul from troubles. (Proverbs 21:17, 2
I was able to enjoy the fruit of this over the weekend. I strive to continue to get victory in this area
Great verse, Nicpal! How easily poorly chosen words can get us into all sorts of trouble. One bad slip up, and you may even be subjected to physical pain, but this verse reminds me that what comes forth from my mouth can have an even greater effect on the health of my soul. We should strive to speak grace and share the Word. Every word from our lips should bring glory to our Lord and Savior and reflect His love in us.
DeleteBrother Nic, may the Lord grant you victory and continue to strengthen you, in Jesus name, amen!
Deletei watched "I wanna live it up" one thing that hit me the most is that it doesnt matter what others do it matters that i choose to follow Jesus and love God.
ReplyDeleteAmen, brother! Our decision to follow Jesus is as personal as the journey we walk as His disciples. We live in a world that gets so caught up in earthly matters that we sometimes forget to put Christ at the center of our very existence. It is a matter of personal choice to keep God at the center of it all, no matter what the world around us does. Thank you for sharing about this video. I will take the time to watch it.
DeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDelete1) I watched "I Thought." The short movie was very interesting and thought-provoking. I liked the movie because it battled the lies we believe with the truth that we need to know.
ReplyDelete2) Here are the verses:
Proverbs 21:23 "Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity."
Proverbs 21:30 "There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord."