sunday, september 27
“On Sunday morning, safe in our church pews and surrounded by friends, it can be all too easy to leave the world’s violence, suffering, and turmoil outside—out of sight, out of mind. But as Christians, are we really given the option of turning away from the world’s problems?” Richard Stearns, The Hole In Our Gospel
One of the reasons more Christians aren’t recklessly changing the world like Jesus taught us is because of fear. Fear of physical harm, fear of a ruined reputation, fear of offending, fear of failing. So we stay safe in our comfort zones and “do our part,” while billions are suffering and longing for the kind of spiritual, physical, and societal transformation only the Gospel can bring. How will this hurting world (and our next door neighbors) truly experience the Kingdom of God unless we take risks, live radically, and love authentically? So today, release your fears and boldly proclaim the good news of Jesus to the person or people God will prayerfully direct you to.
What if every Christian lived without fear every day?
Read... Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:15, II Timothy 1:7
skip to main |
skip to sidebar
Take a small glimpse into the lives of millions of our global neighbors by giving up something different every day. Go without your bed, shoes, money, voice, entertainment, water, electricity, and more. May you experience the transforming power of God as you are being changed and causing change in the world around you.
:::JOIN US:::
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 to SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2009
:::THE CHALLENGE:::
WHAT IS IT?
*30 days and 30 ways to practice fasting and praying
* A glimpse into normal life for many of our global neighbors
* A chance to live radically and love authentically
WHY DO IT?
*You feel called to live life differently as a disciple of Jesus
*You need to be reminded of the things you take for granted
* You desire a Biblical perspective on your priorities
*30 days and 30 ways to practice fasting and praying
* A glimpse into normal life for many of our global neighbors
* A chance to live radically and love authentically
WHY DO IT?
*You feel called to live life differently as a disciple of Jesus
*You need to be reminded of the things you take for granted
* You desire a Biblical perspective on your priorities
:::ABOUT US:::
THE GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH
We are followers of Jesus living out His love in Riverside, CA. Our youth and young adults have practiced these 30 days of fasting for the past 2 years, concluding with the 30 Hour Famine-- going without food for 4 meals to raise awareness about hunger. We do this again, and now invite our entire congregation to participate together. Through this 30 Day Challenge, we seek to prepare our hearts for the World Vision: Step Into Africa Experience which lands on our doorstep October 18.
We are followers of Jesus living out His love in Riverside, CA. Our youth and young adults have practiced these 30 days of fasting for the past 2 years, concluding with the 30 Hour Famine-- going without food for 4 meals to raise awareness about hunger. We do this again, and now invite our entire congregation to participate together. Through this 30 Day Challenge, we seek to prepare our hearts for the World Vision: Step Into Africa Experience which lands on our doorstep October 18.
:::GOOGLE CALENDAR:::
::: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK:::
:::LINKS:::
:::ARCHIVE:::
-
▼
2009
(32)
-
▼
September
(15)
- :::day thirteen::: FAST FROM THE INTERNET
- :::day twelve:::FAST FROM SLEEP
- :::day eleven::: FAST FROM HURRY
- :::day ten::: FAST FROM INDEPENDENCE
- :::day nine::: FAST FROM FEAR
- :::day eight:::FAST FROM ENTERTAINMENT
- :::days six and seven::: FAST FROM OPTIONS
- :::day five::: FAST FROM NECESSITIES
- :::day four::: FAST FROM RUNNING WATER
- :::day three::: FAST FROM ELECTRICITY
- :::respond:::
- :::day two::: FAST FROM CONVENIENCE
- before we begin...
- :::day one::: FAST FROM COMFORT
- :::a prayer of committment:::
-
▼
September
(15)
Many of the thoughts, stats, ideas, and quotes presented here were gleaned from these books
- The Hole in Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns
- Irresistible Revolution, by Shane Claiborne
- Crazy Love, by Francis Chan
- Compassion, Justice, and the Christian Life, by Robert Lupton
- Under the Overpass, by Mike Yankoski
- Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger, by Ronald J. Sider
- Freedom of Simplicity, by Richard Foster
- The Bible
No comments:
Post a Comment