David Rose
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Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4
CELEBRATING ELEVEN YEARS OF MINISTRY 2015-2026
FRONT PAGE ARTICLE
Forgivness
by David G. Rose
Years ago, a fellow church staff member made a flippant statement to a church volunteer teacher that was unkind and hurtful. The volunteer became irate and quit their position. The staff member was young, and in their first year in ministry following graduation from college. The statement was insensitive and needed to be corrected.
The staff member reached out to the offended volunteer seeking forgiveness, but the volunteer refused to hear it. The staff member came to me for guidance. They were truly sorry and wanted to make amends. Together, the staff member and I visited with the volunteer in the presence of their spouse. After prayer and many apologies, the volunteer stubbornly refused to forgive the young staff member.
We left their house with much sorrow. The young staff member was heartbroken at their grave mistake and further troubled by the volunteers’ refusal to forgive the error. I was horrified that a professing Christian would unashamedly refuse sincere overtures to find a solution for the verbal mistake.
Forgiveness is at the very heart of Christianity. The words of Jesus stand in stark defiance of the Christian who refuses to forgive others. Jesus said in Matthew 6:14-15 NKJV, “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses neither will your Father forgive you your trespasses.”
Further, Jesus told a parable in Matthew 18 where a man owed the king a massive debt. In kindness, the king forgave the man. However, that same man refused to forgive the much smaller debt of one of his debtors. The man had that debtor thrown in prison. When the king found out that the man had been so unforgiving, he sentenced him to severe punishment.
The lesson is clear. We have been forgiven much, so we must forgive others as well. The Apostle Paul said in Colossians 3:13, “Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Has the Lord forgiven you of your sins? Did you deserve punishment instead of mercy? I think we can all agree, but for the grace of God we should all be punished - but for the grace and mercy of God!
In closing, prayerfully remember the words of this powerful hymn by Rosamond E. Herklots:
Forgive our sins as we forgive, You taught us, Lord, to pray; but You alone can grant us grace to live the words we say.
How can Your pardon reach and bless the unforgiving heart that broods on wrongs and will not let old bitterness depart?
In blazing light Your cross reveals the truth we dimly knew: what trivial debts are owed to us, how great our debt to You!
Lord, cleanse the depths within our souls, and bid resentment cease; then, bound to all in bonds of love, our lives will spread Your peace.
Next week: Solomon and Jesus
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JPT - Jerusalem Prayer Team
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Therefore, comfort each other and edify one another.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
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Saturday Devotional
September 19, 2026
Baptized
SCRIPTURE
& PRAYER
Mark 16:16-18 ESV - Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but who-ever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up serpents with their hands; and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover.
Matthew 28:20 - Teaching them to ob-serve all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.
Prayer: Dear Lord, the scripture today reminds me that you require obedience if I am to be a true disciple. Water baptism is an outward sign of an inner commit-ment to Christ. Baptism does not save, but is expected of every Believer. May I teach this truth in love. In the Name of Jesus I pray.
Our Responsibilities
As Believers
A Brief Study regarding the expectations
that Jesus has for His Believers
as found in John 17
As Brethren
by David G. Rose
We continue our series of articles based in John 17 discussing our responsibilities as Believers. Along with the awesome privileges we have, there are critical obligations that we must embrace so we can fulfill the callings of Christ.
Our sixth responsibility as Believers is stated in the words of Jesus in John 17:20-23 NKJV, “I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. And the glory which You gave Me I have given them, that they may be one just as We are one: I in them, and You in Me; that they may be made perfect in one, and that the world may know that You have sent Me, and have loved them as You have loved Me.”
These words of Jesus encourage all Believers to understand that we are one in Christ. Thee Apostle Paul wrote in Galatians 3:28-29 NKJV, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”
Paul occasionally addressed the church as his brethren (Colossians 1:2). The Apostle Jame also wrote in James 1:19 KJV, “Wherefore, my beloved brethren….” And Paul wrote in Hebrews 2:11 KJV, “For both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one: for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren.”
All Christians are in the same family - the Family of God.
Next week: As Christ’s Eternal Companions
All-day Praise!
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep
for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV
Texas History Book : God and Texas
Dave has written historically documented stories from Texas past, that show how God touched the lives of the early settlers. To purchase a copy of "GOD and TEXAS" click here or Amazon.com
GUEST ARTICLE
Guest Columnist: Rev. Tom Miller is ordained with the Assemblies of God, husband to Rhonda (15 grandkids). Tom currently does interim work & fills pulpits in Wisconsin.
Peter's Pride
by Pastor Tom Miller
Sometimes our own assets can work to our detriment. Peter is a good example. There are so many times in scripture where Peter enthusiastically asserts himself into a situation. At the Transfiguration in Matthew 17:4 for example, he said, “... it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
It was at the Last Supper (John 13:8) when Peter defiantly asserted, “Thou shalt never wash my feet.”
At Gethsemane, Peter lopped off the ear of one attempting to apprehend Jesus (John 18:10-11), to which Jesus responded, “Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?”
None of us would doubt Peter’s sincerity and passion. He is a type ‘A’ personality for sure. He was confident, assertive, and bold. These are qualities many of us desire. But it also makes a person susceptible to self-sufficiency and pride.
The tendency for a strong person is to look to their own strength in a pinch. A notoriously smart person will gravitate to their intellect in a pressured moment. It’s sad that our first instinct isn’t to call on God. We must literally train ourselves to trust God and look to Him, not as a desperate last-ditch effort; but as the first and best option.
Perhaps we can look to the example of Michael the archangel; powerful in his own right; who did not seek take on Satan by himself, instead invoking the authority of God in Jude verse 9, “Yet Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee.”
Maybe that’s the phrase I should utter when I am tested by Satan. How much better to look to God, rather than myself in times of trouble.
Steps to
Finding
New Life
in Christ
If you desire to make Christ the Lord over your life, here are six important steps to take right now:
1. Admit that you have sinned against God- Romans 3:23
2. Understand that Jesus died for your sins and offers cleansing and salvation - Romans 5:8
3. Remember that if you continue to ignore the call of Christ, you will spend eternity separated from God - Romans 6:23
4. Place your faith in Christ. He will save you and provide a life of blessing - Romans 8:1
5. Confess your sins to Christ and repent for your works against God - Romans 10:9-10
6. Invite Jesus to be the Lord and Master of your life - Romans 10:13
Pray this prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that only you can forgive sins. I ask you to come into my heart, forgive my sins, and be the ruler of my life. Thank you for saving me from my sins. Thank you for the love that you show me everyday. I now know that eternal life is a gift given from you. I pray and ask that you be the Lord of my life, lead me, guide me and
direct my path that I may walk each and every day with you. In the wonderful name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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