'Are you Jesus?'
A few years ago a group of salesmen went to a regional sales convention in Chicago. They had assured their wives that they would be home in plenty of time for Friday night's dinner. In their rush, with tickets and briefcases, one of these salesmen inadvertently kicked over a table which held a display of apples. Apples flew everywhere. Without stopping or looking back, they all managed to reach the plane in time for their nearly missed boarding.
ALL BUT ONE !!! He paused, took a deep breath, and experienced a twinge of compassion for the girl whose apple stand had been overturned. He told his buddies to go on without him, waved good-bye, told one of them to call his wife when they arrived at their home destination and explain his taking a later flight. Then he returned to the terminal where the apples were all over the terminal floor. He was glad he did.
The 16 year old girl was totally blind! She was softly crying, tears running down her cheeks in frustration, and at the same time helplessly groping for her spilled produce as the crowd swirled about her, no one stopping and no one to care for her plight.
The salesman knelt on the floor with her, gathered up the apples, put them back on the table and helped organize her display. As he did this, he noticed that many of them had become battered and bruised; these he set aside in another basket.
When he had finished, he pulled out his wallet and said to the girl, 'Here, please take this $40 for the damage we did. Are you okay?' She nodded through her tears. He continued on with, 'I hope we didn't spoil your day too badly.'
As the salesman started to walk away, the bewildered blind girl called out to him, 'Mister....' He paused and turned to look back into those blind eyes.
She continued, 'Are you Jesus?'
He stopped in mid-stride, and he wondered. Then slowly he made his way to catch the later flight with that question burning and bouncing about in his soul: 'Are you Jesus?'
Do people mistake you for Jesus?
That's our Destiny, is it not? To be so much like Jesus that people cannot tell the difference as we live and interact with a world that is blind to His love, life and grace.
If we claim to know Him, we should live, walk and act as He would.
Knowing Him is more than simply quoting Scripture and going to church. It's actually living the Word as life unfolds day to day.
You are the apple of His eye even though we, too, have been bruised by a fall. He stopped what He was doing and picked you and me up on a hill called Calvary and paid in full for our damaged fruit.
Please share this..... Sometimes we just take things for granted, when we really need to be sharing what we know...Thanks
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
TOO MANY CHRISTIANS ARE NO LONGER FISHERS OF MEN BUT KEEPERS OF THE AQUARIUM.
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Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Consider Jesus
A sermon by a fellow pastor out in Colorado Springs Colorado. My daughter and son-in-law are involved in the church plant there. Listen to this sermon and be edified, challenged and educated.
Be Blessed
Pastor Kitner
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Who is Jesus?
Matthew 16:13-15(KJV) 13When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. 15He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am?
Verse 15 is the question that needs answered by all. Who do you say that Jesus is? This so much more than a trite answer by us. We are told to meditate on the Word. If we do that then the teacher of teachers will lead us into all truth. The revelation of Jesus Christ and the importance He has in the over all eternal plan of God for us is so vital and the church labors on so many superficial things that never touch the enormous reality of the work of Christ. We need to focus on those things that are above where Christ is seated at the right hand of the Father.
Colossians 3:1-4(KJV)
1If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.
2Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.
3For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
4When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.
These few things are meant to cause you to begin to search out the fullest answers through the scriptures.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Verse 15 is the question that needs answered by all. Who do you say that Jesus is? This so much more than a trite answer by us. We are told to meditate on the Word. If we do that then the teacher of teachers will lead us into all truth. The revelation of Jesus Christ and the importance He has in the over all eternal plan of God for us is so vital and the church labors on so many superficial things that never touch the enormous reality of the work of Christ. We need to focus on those things that are above where Christ is seated at the right hand of the Father.
Colossians 3:1-4(KJV)
1If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.
2Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.
3For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
4When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.
These few things are meant to cause you to begin to search out the fullest answers through the scriptures.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Thursday, February 4, 2010
We Must See Jesus!
We Must See Jesus
Isaiah 6:1(KJV)
1In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.
If there is to be an awakening and/or a revival in our nation and the world the church must have a renewed vision of Jesus Christ as the exalted Lord and Savior. We must see Him in all His splendor.
We must see Him:
In His Awesomeness
In His Power
In His Authority
In His Majesty
In His Holiness
In His Omniscience
In His Omnipresence
In His Being Greater than the Temple
In His Throne - Unshakable
In His Desire to Save Man
In His Grace and Mercy at Work for Us
Those that name the name of Jesus as Savior must also be willing to, not only pray for the Lord to send laborers into the harvest field but be willing to go themselves as the LORD speaks to them.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Isaiah 6:1(KJV)
1In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.
If there is to be an awakening and/or a revival in our nation and the world the church must have a renewed vision of Jesus Christ as the exalted Lord and Savior. We must see Him in all His splendor.
We must see Him:
In His Awesomeness
In His Power
In His Authority
In His Majesty
In His Holiness
In His Omniscience
In His Omnipresence
In His Being Greater than the Temple
In His Throne - Unshakable
In His Desire to Save Man
In His Grace and Mercy at Work for Us
Those that name the name of Jesus as Savior must also be willing to, not only pray for the Lord to send laborers into the harvest field but be willing to go themselves as the LORD speaks to them.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Thursday, January 28, 2010
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
The Christmas Truce by Ron White
It was referred to as the war to end all wars. Yet, two decades after World War I, the world found itself once again entrenched in a global battle. Why was the first world war referred to as the “war to end all wars”? It earned this name because it was believed that with all the modern weapons of war, no nation would dare attack another for the sure bloodshed that would follow. The destruction of the first world war was horrific, with more than 10 million giving their lives in the name of their country.
In the midst of this brutality, death and destruction, one of the most peculiar sights in human history evolved on a Christmas night in 1914. It was a sight rarer than watching a Texas baseball team in the World Series. On this incredible night almost a century ago, soldiers on the western front did the unthinkable. Only days, and perhaps hours, before, these men had found themselves frozen to the bone in the cold rain and mud. The sound of mortars still rang in their ears. The sight of their brothers in arms falling to the ground from a volley of bullets was still fresh in their minds. Yet, something remarkable was about to take place on this Christmas Eve.
It was a truce in the fighting initiated by the low-ranking men selected to do the fighting and dying. By all accounts, this Christmas truce was not started by the British. It was, in fact, a result of the actions of the Germans. Yes, the country that it had become easy to vilify during this time period because of their horrific leaders and government policies was, in fact, a nation of people with hearts like you and I. These German soldiers lobbed a chocolate cake into the trenches of the British. Imagine that; you are used to seeing grenades land in your trench, and instead the enemy has lobbed a chocolate cake with a request for an hour truce. The truce was for a birthday party for their captain. The truce was granted.
As a soldier in this war, it was comforting to know that your enemy was in the same miserable conditions that you were—the cold, the mud and the stench of death. Remarkably, it was in these conditions that a truce was born, and soon Christmas carols burst out from the trenches of the Germans—once again, an olive branch. The British were at first reluctant, and rightfully so. This was war, and any trick is fair game in war. Although, it was recognized for what it was. Men with hearts, moms, dads, children, hobbies, girlfriends, wives and compassion were overcome with that compassion on the anniversary of the greatest sacrifice in the history of mankind. It was Christmas and the anniversary of the birth of a man who laid down his life for others, and the Germans were overcome with this spirit.
That Christmas Eve, soldiers who had been engaged in the war referred to as “the war to end all wars,” because of this brutality, tossed their weapons of destruction aside and embraced, sang Christmas songs and even wandered the battlefield, playing soccer with each other and sharing cigarettes. It has been said that hundreds—and as many as thousands—participated in this most magical holiday truce.
There is something about this time of year that you can’t pinpoint. It is something that you can’t put your finger on. It is a spirit that is in the air. It is a spirit that begs you to forget differences, to embrace those you love and even those you don’t. It challenges you to give until you can’t give anymore. Sometimes the cloud of challenges in life can spur a person to brush aside the undeniable feelings that are in the air at Christmas. Too often, the pressures of life can convince you the spirit of joy and giving that you are sensing is nothing more than a coincidence of the time of year. In 1914, a handful of low-ranking German soldiers knew that what they felt in their hearts about Christmas was true.
These men did not brush aside the impromptu feelings of peace and love for their fellow man. Instead, they lobbed a chocolate cake and a note of truce. I encourage you to allow yourself to be overcome this Christmas with the same spirit that took these soldiers captive almost a century ago. You may feel you are entrenched in some kind of your own personal battle. If so, allow yourself to be overwhelmed with the spirit of giving and joy, and toss a chocolate cake out there. You just might be surprised at the outcome.
—Ron White
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It was referred to as the war to end all wars. Yet, two decades after World War I, the world found itself once again entrenched in a global battle. Why was the first world war referred to as the “war to end all wars”? It earned this name because it was believed that with all the modern weapons of war, no nation would dare attack another for the sure bloodshed that would follow. The destruction of the first world war was horrific, with more than 10 million giving their lives in the name of their country.
In the midst of this brutality, death and destruction, one of the most peculiar sights in human history evolved on a Christmas night in 1914. It was a sight rarer than watching a Texas baseball team in the World Series. On this incredible night almost a century ago, soldiers on the western front did the unthinkable. Only days, and perhaps hours, before, these men had found themselves frozen to the bone in the cold rain and mud. The sound of mortars still rang in their ears. The sight of their brothers in arms falling to the ground from a volley of bullets was still fresh in their minds. Yet, something remarkable was about to take place on this Christmas Eve.
It was a truce in the fighting initiated by the low-ranking men selected to do the fighting and dying. By all accounts, this Christmas truce was not started by the British. It was, in fact, a result of the actions of the Germans. Yes, the country that it had become easy to vilify during this time period because of their horrific leaders and government policies was, in fact, a nation of people with hearts like you and I. These German soldiers lobbed a chocolate cake into the trenches of the British. Imagine that; you are used to seeing grenades land in your trench, and instead the enemy has lobbed a chocolate cake with a request for an hour truce. The truce was for a birthday party for their captain. The truce was granted.
As a soldier in this war, it was comforting to know that your enemy was in the same miserable conditions that you were—the cold, the mud and the stench of death. Remarkably, it was in these conditions that a truce was born, and soon Christmas carols burst out from the trenches of the Germans—once again, an olive branch. The British were at first reluctant, and rightfully so. This was war, and any trick is fair game in war. Although, it was recognized for what it was. Men with hearts, moms, dads, children, hobbies, girlfriends, wives and compassion were overcome with that compassion on the anniversary of the greatest sacrifice in the history of mankind. It was Christmas and the anniversary of the birth of a man who laid down his life for others, and the Germans were overcome with this spirit.
That Christmas Eve, soldiers who had been engaged in the war referred to as “the war to end all wars,” because of this brutality, tossed their weapons of destruction aside and embraced, sang Christmas songs and even wandered the battlefield, playing soccer with each other and sharing cigarettes. It has been said that hundreds—and as many as thousands—participated in this most magical holiday truce.
There is something about this time of year that you can’t pinpoint. It is something that you can’t put your finger on. It is a spirit that is in the air. It is a spirit that begs you to forget differences, to embrace those you love and even those you don’t. It challenges you to give until you can’t give anymore. Sometimes the cloud of challenges in life can spur a person to brush aside the undeniable feelings that are in the air at Christmas. Too often, the pressures of life can convince you the spirit of joy and giving that you are sensing is nothing more than a coincidence of the time of year. In 1914, a handful of low-ranking German soldiers knew that what they felt in their hearts about Christmas was true.
These men did not brush aside the impromptu feelings of peace and love for their fellow man. Instead, they lobbed a chocolate cake and a note of truce. I encourage you to allow yourself to be overcome this Christmas with the same spirit that took these soldiers captive almost a century ago. You may feel you are entrenched in some kind of your own personal battle. If so, allow yourself to be overwhelmed with the spirit of giving and joy, and toss a chocolate cake out there. You just might be surprised at the outcome.
—Ron White
Pick up Ron White’s best-selling Memory in a Month as a quick and convenient MP3 download and SAVE an additional 20% when you use the limited-time code: DIGITAL09.
See No. 4 for complete details below or click here now to shop!
Reproduced with permission from the Ron White Newsletter. To subscribe to Ron White's Newsletter, go to www.Memory in a Month.com Copyright 2009 All rights reserved worldwide.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Has the Day Star Risen in Your Heart?
16For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. 18And this voice which came from heaven we heard, when we were with him in the holy mount.
19We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: 20Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. 21For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
The Bible is the progressive Word of God that continuously takes us into what was, what is and what is to come.
Christmas is a reminder of the marvelous light we have been given in Christ Jesus our Lord. Is the Day Star risen in your heart today? Have you received God's marvelous gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ? If not, why not? Make this the first true Christmas of your life and receive Jesus as your Lord and Saviour and have the Day Star risen in you.
John 1:12-13(KJV)
But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:
Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
19We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: 20Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. 21For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
The Bible is the progressive Word of God that continuously takes us into what was, what is and what is to come.
Christmas is a reminder of the marvelous light we have been given in Christ Jesus our Lord. Is the Day Star risen in your heart today? Have you received God's marvelous gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ? If not, why not? Make this the first true Christmas of your life and receive Jesus as your Lord and Saviour and have the Day Star risen in you.
John 1:12-13(KJV)
But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:
Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Monday, November 30, 2009
No Other Name!
Acts 4:7-14(KJV)
And when they had set them in the midst, they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this?
Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel,
If we this day be examined of the good deed done to the impotent man, by what means he is made whole;
Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.
This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner.
Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
And beholding the man which was healed standing with them, they could say nothing against it.
There is only one way into the kingdom of God and only one way to be included in what God is doing in His kingdom. His name is Jesus!
Jesus is the Majesty of Christmas! The "holiday season" is because of Jesus and the celebration of His birth in fulfillment of scripture so man can be saved, forgiven and have eternal life. There is no hope for the people of this world apart from Jesus.
Be blessed in this Christmas Time
Pastor Kitner
And when they had set them in the midst, they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this?
Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel,
If we this day be examined of the good deed done to the impotent man, by what means he is made whole;
Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.
This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner.
Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
And beholding the man which was healed standing with them, they could say nothing against it.
There is only one way into the kingdom of God and only one way to be included in what God is doing in His kingdom. His name is Jesus!
Jesus is the Majesty of Christmas! The "holiday season" is because of Jesus and the celebration of His birth in fulfillment of scripture so man can be saved, forgiven and have eternal life. There is no hope for the people of this world apart from Jesus.
Be blessed in this Christmas Time
Pastor Kitner
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Our Father's Business
Luke 2:41-52(KJV)
Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.
And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.
And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.
But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.
And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.
And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.
And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business? And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.
And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
Is the church about the Father's Business or their own business?
The church must ask itself some questions. Are we doing what the people want or what the Father wants?
To get out of the business as usual, the local church should begin to ask itself: "What of eternal significance happens in the life of each individual while in the care of the church?" (from We Build People Making Disciples in the 21st Century).
Are we really about our Father's Business?
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.
And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.
And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.
But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.
And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.
And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.
And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business? And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.
And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
Is the church about the Father's Business or their own business?
The church must ask itself some questions. Are we doing what the people want or what the Father wants?
To get out of the business as usual, the local church should begin to ask itself: "What of eternal significance happens in the life of each individual while in the care of the church?" (from We Build People Making Disciples in the 21st Century).
Are we really about our Father's Business?
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
The "I Ams" of Jesus Christ
The I Am statements of Christ are worthy of study as to who Jesus really is and His place in our lives.
It is in the Gospel of John,that the most beautiful and personally meaningful "I am's are found. There are seven of these, as follows:
"I am the bread of life" (John 6:35,48,51).
"I am the light of the world" (John 8:12).
"I am the door of the sheep"(John 10:7,9).
"I am the good shepherd" (John 10:11,14).
"I am the resurrection, and the life" (John 11:25).
"I am the way, the truth, and the life" (John 14:6).
"I am the true vine" (John 15:1,5).
There are also seven great "I am" statements in the Book of Revelation, and one of the key verses of this set has to do with His resurrection. "I am He that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death" (Revelation 1:18).
It is significant that the other six "I am"s in Revelation also stress His eternal existence, from eternity to eternity. Note the list below:
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending" (Revelation 1:8).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last" (Revelation 1:11).
"Fear not; I am the first and the last" (Revelation 1:17).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end" (Revelation 21:6).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last" (Revelation 22:13).
"I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star"(Revelation 22:16).
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
It is in the Gospel of John,that the most beautiful and personally meaningful "I am's are found. There are seven of these, as follows:
"I am the bread of life" (John 6:35,48,51).
"I am the light of the world" (John 8:12).
"I am the door of the sheep"(John 10:7,9).
"I am the good shepherd" (John 10:11,14).
"I am the resurrection, and the life" (John 11:25).
"I am the way, the truth, and the life" (John 14:6).
"I am the true vine" (John 15:1,5).
There are also seven great "I am" statements in the Book of Revelation, and one of the key verses of this set has to do with His resurrection. "I am He that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death" (Revelation 1:18).
It is significant that the other six "I am"s in Revelation also stress His eternal existence, from eternity to eternity. Note the list below:
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending" (Revelation 1:8).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last" (Revelation 1:11).
"Fear not; I am the first and the last" (Revelation 1:17).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end" (Revelation 21:6).
"I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last" (Revelation 22:13).
"I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star"(Revelation 22:16).
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
A 92 year old preacher speaks
Author is unknown to me:
While watching a little TV on Sunday instead of going to church, I watched a church in Atlanta honoring one of its senior pastors who had been retired many years. He was 92 at that time and I wondered why the church even bothered to ask the old gentleman to preach at that age.
After a warm welcome, introduction of this speaker, and as the applause quieted down, he rose from his high back chair and walked slowly, with great effort and a sliding gait to the podium. Without a note or written paper of any kind he placed both hands on the pulpit to steady himself and then quietly and slowly he began to speak.....
"When I was asked to come here today and talk to you, your pastor asked me to tell you what was the greatest lesson ever learned in my 50-odd years of preaching. I thought about it for a few days and boiled it down to just one thing that made the most difference in my life and sustained me through all my trials. The one thing that I could always rely on when tears and heartbreak and pain and fear and sorrow paralyzed me... the only thing that would comfort was this verse..........
"Jesus loves me this I know.
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong,
we are weak but He is strong.....
Yes, Jesus loves me....
The Bible tells me so."
When he finished, the church was quiet.. You actually could hear his foot steps as he shuffled back to his chair. I don't believe I will ever forget it.
A pastor once stated, "I always noticed that it was the adults who chose the children's hymn 'Jesus Loves Me' (for the children of course) during a hymn sing, and it was the adults who sang the loudest because I could see they knew it the best."
"Senior version of Jesus Loves Me"
Here is a new version just for us who have white hair or no hair at all.. For us over middle age (or even those almost there) and all you others, check out this newest version of Jesus Loves Me.
JESUS LOVES ME
Jesus loves me, this I know,
Though my hair is white as snow
Though my sight is growing dim,
Still He bids me trust in Him.
(CHORUS)
YES, JESUS LOVES ME.. YES, JESUS LOVES ME..
YES, JESUS LOVES ME, FOR THE BIBLE TELLS ME SO.
Though my steps are oh, so slow,
With my hand in His I'll go
On through life, let come what may,
He'll be there to lead the way.
(CHORUS)
When the nights are dark and long,
In my heart He puts a song..
Telling me in words so clear,
"Have no fear, for I am near."
(CHORUS)
When my work on earth is done,
And life's victories have been won.
He will take me home above,
Then I'll understand His love.
(CHORUS)
I love Jesus, does He know?
Have I ever told Him so?
Jesus loves to hear me say,
That I love Him every day.
(CHORUS)
God Bless Us All!!!
Pastor Kitner
While watching a little TV on Sunday instead of going to church, I watched a church in Atlanta honoring one of its senior pastors who had been retired many years. He was 92 at that time and I wondered why the church even bothered to ask the old gentleman to preach at that age.
After a warm welcome, introduction of this speaker, and as the applause quieted down, he rose from his high back chair and walked slowly, with great effort and a sliding gait to the podium. Without a note or written paper of any kind he placed both hands on the pulpit to steady himself and then quietly and slowly he began to speak.....
"When I was asked to come here today and talk to you, your pastor asked me to tell you what was the greatest lesson ever learned in my 50-odd years of preaching. I thought about it for a few days and boiled it down to just one thing that made the most difference in my life and sustained me through all my trials. The one thing that I could always rely on when tears and heartbreak and pain and fear and sorrow paralyzed me... the only thing that would comfort was this verse..........
"Jesus loves me this I know.
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong,
we are weak but He is strong.....
Yes, Jesus loves me....
The Bible tells me so."
When he finished, the church was quiet.. You actually could hear his foot steps as he shuffled back to his chair. I don't believe I will ever forget it.
A pastor once stated, "I always noticed that it was the adults who chose the children's hymn 'Jesus Loves Me' (for the children of course) during a hymn sing, and it was the adults who sang the loudest because I could see they knew it the best."
"Senior version of Jesus Loves Me"
Here is a new version just for us who have white hair or no hair at all.. For us over middle age (or even those almost there) and all you others, check out this newest version of Jesus Loves Me.
JESUS LOVES ME
Jesus loves me, this I know,
Though my hair is white as snow
Though my sight is growing dim,
Still He bids me trust in Him.
(CHORUS)
YES, JESUS LOVES ME.. YES, JESUS LOVES ME..
YES, JESUS LOVES ME, FOR THE BIBLE TELLS ME SO.
Though my steps are oh, so slow,
With my hand in His I'll go
On through life, let come what may,
He'll be there to lead the way.
(CHORUS)
When the nights are dark and long,
In my heart He puts a song..
Telling me in words so clear,
"Have no fear, for I am near."
(CHORUS)
When my work on earth is done,
And life's victories have been won.
He will take me home above,
Then I'll understand His love.
(CHORUS)
I love Jesus, does He know?
Have I ever told Him so?
Jesus loves to hear me say,
That I love Him every day.
(CHORUS)
God Bless Us All!!!
Pastor Kitner
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Give me Jesus
This should be the cry of every Christians heart everyday.
See the following "Jesus Manifesto," written by Leonard Sweet, and his fellow writer, Frank Viola. Jesus Manifesto
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
What an Inspiration
Sunday we had a group from Valley Forge Christian College minister in our church. The name of this group is "An Audience of 1". They are a group comprised of young people with a lot of energy. They give their testimonies and do human videos. These videos preach the Gospel through the Bible accounts and music. I brought them to our church to, hopefully, inspire some of our young people. God used these guys and gals as they depicted Jesus as the answer for the sin of our lives, as the resurrection and the life, and as the author and finisher of our faith. Jesus is the answer for life.
I was a little sad when some of our young people were not there to experience the power of the Lord released through those young people. They do an awesome job and they are truly an inspiration for all who want to serve the Lord.
If a pastor would see this and want a group to minister to either the youth group or their whole church contact Valley Forge Christian College or me for information to have them minister in your church.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
I was a little sad when some of our young people were not there to experience the power of the Lord released through those young people. They do an awesome job and they are truly an inspiration for all who want to serve the Lord.
If a pastor would see this and want a group to minister to either the youth group or their whole church contact Valley Forge Christian College or me for information to have them minister in your church.
Blessings on Ya!
Pastor Kitner
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