Kenny
Pope · Senior Pastor
President or Precedent? An
article in the Dallas Morning News the day
after President Clinton acknowledged his infidelity
declared that: "President Clinton exemplifies baby
boomers who are called the ‘me
generation.’" The article went on to explain
the self-centeredness of boomers (those born between
1946-1964). How ironic it is that the first boomer
President is compared to John F. Kennedy. In his most
famous speech, Kennedy challenged: "Ask not what
your country can do for you, but ask what you can do for
your country."
Has the President set a
precedent for all of us who are called baby boomers? I
hope not! Have you considered what is most important in
your life? The entire ministry of Jesus was to get people
to be God-centered rather than self-centered. His purpose
was to develop "giving" lives instead of
"taking" lives.
Consider these nuggets of
truth from Jesus:
- Give to those in need
Matthew 5:42
- Give up your life to
Christ Matthew 10:39
- Giving to others
represents Christlikeness Matthew 10:42
- Giving up your life
is real living Matthew 16:25
- Giving brings
God’s blessings Luke 6:38
Jesus Is a Giver.
He loves to give. Do you love to give? Have you committed
your entire life to Jesus Christ: your time, your money,
your ambitions, your habits, your relationships, your
career, your home, and your energy? Is President Clinton
exemplary of your life? Let’s prove the skeptics
wrong!
First Steps. If you
are a new believer, or if you need a refresher in the
basics of Christianity, sign up now for First Steps:
Growing In Christ. I will be leading this six-week
class, which begins on Tuesday night, September 29th,
at 7:00 p.m. The class meets at our home on 824 Canongate
Drive. Write on your green information card the words
"First Steps" and I will hold a place for you.
Ask those who have been through this class and you will
see why this is so important for those who want to grow
in their relationship with Christ.
Attention Men. I
hope you’re already making plans to join me at our
Men’s Cookout on Saturday, September 12th,
at 6:30 p.m. You don’t need to bring anything. Just
bring a friend and join us at our home (824 Canongate) in
Flower Mound. We’ll have a great time of fun and
fellowship.
Bring a Friend to
Friend Day. September 20th marks
NorthShore’s second annual fall Friend Day. Plan now
to invite a friend who does not attend church to this
special event. We’ll have an exciting Celebration
Service, a free meal, and great fellowship afterwards.
This is a great time to introduce people to NorthShore
and let them experience the love of Christ firsthand.
NorthShore Boulevard.
Have you driven down NorthShore Boulevard in front of our
church property yet? The street is in and landscaping is
being done. I recently spoke with the developer and he
said the first house should be completed by the end of
the year. Plans are for 144 homes to be built behind our
property. What an exciting opportunity for NorthShore to
reach people for God’s Kingdom!
Now that we have access to
our property, we’re making plans to use it. On
October 18th, we will have a special
Celebration Sunday and go to the land after the second
service for food, fellowship, and recreation. Plan to
join us there.
Life’s Ultimate
Questions is an 8-part series running throughout the
month of September. There are times when we all ask
certain questions regarding life. Invite a friend as we
explore what the Bible says about these important
questions.
I love you and thank God
for the privilege of being your pastor. See you this
Sunday as we seek the Lord together...
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