Psalms 143 - Second Chance

May 28, 2018 Monday Message:

“Do not bring your servant into judgment, for no one living is righteous before you.” Psalms 143:2 NIV

We’re all part of David’s group. We know and love the Lord, but we are not perfect. We make mistakes; we experience shortcomings.

The bible says that ALL have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, so it’s a large group. At one time or another, every one of us misses the mark. But we are still believers; we are still God’s family, his people.

And because of God’s everlasting lovingkindness, he would prefer that we repent and return – turn from our errant ways, and return to him. God would prefer to include us in his Kingdom of believers. We have a choice.

“Lord, I spread out my hands to you. I am your servant.” from Ps. 143

Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship meets next Sunday, June 3, 2018, 3249 30^th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406, 10:30 AM. Pastor Pilla continues our sermon series in Hebrews 3.

Psalms 142 - God Cares

May 21, 2018 Monday Message:

“I cry to you, Lord; I say, ‘You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.’” Psalms 142:5 NIV

There was a time in David’s life when it felt like everyone was out to get him. David lamented, “Nobody cares about me.”

It may SEEM that way at times, but in fact God ALWAYS cares about you. David, praying from inside a cave where he was hiding, knew to turn to God when the going got tough.

We all need to walk with the Lord 24/7, because God intends to walk with us 24/7.  You never know when you might need help, so it’s good to have the Lord close at hand.

Jesus said, “Look at the birds of the air; they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” Matt. 6:26

God wants to always be there for you!

Norton Lawellin

Let’s worship together! Jesus in the City Fellowship meets next Sunday, May 27, 2018, 3249 30^th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406, 10:30 AM. I’ll continues our sermon series in Hebrews 3:1-6. See you at church!

Psalms 141 - Ya Got Trouble!

May 14, 2018 Monday Message:

“My eyes are fixed on you, Sovereign Lord.” Psalms 141:8a NIV

As we’re living each day for Jesus, trouble lurks around every corner. There’s a lot of evil in this world. David writes of these things:

“Do not let my heart be drawn to what is evil.” Ps. 141.4a

“My prayer will still be against the deeds of evildoers.” Ps. 141:5d

If we get down to basics, there are just two groups of people, good and evil. Both groups want you to join. But Jesus said, “Whoever is not with me is against me; whoever does not gather with me scatters.” Matt. 12:20

Jesus commissioned us all to help him gather in believers. “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations.” Matt. 28:19a

Since God created us with free will, it’s up to each of us to choose good over evil. “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15

Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship meets next Sunday, May 20, 2018, 3249 30^th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406, 10:30 AM. Pastor Pilla continues our sermon series in Hebrews 2:5-18.

Psalms 140 - Keep Me Safe

May 7, 2018 Monday Message:

“Keep me safe, Lord, from the hands of the wicked.” Psalms 140:4a NIV

I like the story of the footprints in the sand. There are two sets of footprints – that’s Jesus walking alongside you. But for a while, there is only one set of footprints, and our first inclination is to ask, “Jesus, where did you go?”

But in our ‘footprints’ story, Jesus replies, “That’s when I was carrying you!”

God-sightings at major crossroads in our lives make for great testimonies. But most days aren’t that exciting. Some days we just need to maintain, to live one more day for the Lord, and our prayer is, “Lord, just keep me safe.”

Jesus wants to walk with you every day as you live out your life; but if you need extra help, he will carry you.

“The upright shall dwell in God’s presence.” Ps. 140:13b ESV

Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship meets next Sunday, May 13, 2018, 3249 30^th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406, 10:30 AM. Pastor Pilla continues our sermon series from Hebrews 2:1-4.