| August 15, 2025 | ||
Dear Church Family, Would you rather have someone flatter you with lies or hurt you with truth? Flattery feels good, but when it’s based on lies, it rings hollow. Truth can hurt, but when we take it to heart, it can also bring healing and growth. Sadly, hard truth often hurts, so we often opt for false flattery. I was reading Jeremiah 14 this morning and Jeremiah, in his prayer to Lord, complains about the false prophets speaking lies to the people.
The people of Judah continued to sin against the Lord and God promised to bring in judgment through the Babylonians, if they refused to repent. This judgment was imminent, and the signs were all around them. Even so, these false prophets promised peace, safety, and provision. This is what the people wanted to hear, but this false assurance didn’t do them any good. In fact, it kept them from deliverance through repentance, and sealed their doom. Lies may make us feel good, ease our conscience, and feed our ego, but they become a huge barrier to our healing, growth, peace, and maturity. Who are you listening to? Those who tell you the truth you need to hear, even if it hurts, or those who tell you the lies you want to hear? It is tempting to surround ourselves with voices that assuage our sinful selves. That’s the way of the world. May we be people who seek out truth, even if it is painful. It is the truth that sets us free, not the lie. May we also be people who speak the truth in love, sharing the right words at the right time in the right way.
What’s Happening at Gospel Life:Communion: We will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper as part of our Sunday morning service this Sunday, August 17th. Through the ordinance of communion, we remember the sacrifice Jesus made to save us from our sins. Youth Group: We’re excited to be starting back this Sunday, August 17th at 5 pm, at the Bronleewes’ house. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! Church Potluck: Join us for our next church potluck on Sunday, September 7th after the morning worship service. Please bring one of your favorite dishes to share with the group. Life Groups: If you’re interested in joining a life group, we have several to choose from. You can check them out here: Request Prayer: It’s important for us to be praying for each other as a church! If you ever need prayer, we would love to come alongside you. You can always turn in a prayer request on Sundays using the Connection Card, but you can also submit a prayer request online at any time: This Coming Sunday: Previous Worship Services: | ||
May we be people who seek out truth.
