I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not hide my iniquity; I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord," and you forgave the guilt of my sin.  Psalm 32:5 Father, thank you for your merciful love that grants us the forgiveness we so desperately need.  The only sin God cannot forgive […]

God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good. Genesis 1:31 Lord, the intricacies of your creation are amazing.  Everything you made is excellent. Lord, may we never take any part of your creation for granted.

The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God, and keep his commandments; for that is the whole duty of everyone.  For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or evil.  Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 Lord, when I get confused about what living is all about, help me to […]

I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.  John 10:10 Lord, teach us to live more courageously, love more extravagantly, and give more generously. And then one day, bring is into abundant life with you.

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten in God's sight.  But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.  Luke 12:6-7 God, your word clearly states that you love me and are looking after […]

But thank be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. I Corinthians 15:57 Lord, we need to acknowledge your victory over sin and death every day!  The news of our salvation is too wonderful to keep to ourselves.

Come now, ... says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be like snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.  Isaiah 1:18 Though we sometimes must endure consequences for wrong doing, God never holds our sins against us.  Thank you God, for the forgiveness you give us […]

It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.  Do not fear or be dismayed.  Deuteronomy 31:8 Lord, teach us to look at the big picture, to catch the vision of what you want to accomplish through us.  The I ask you to […]

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord.  For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.  Isaiah 55 8-9 Father, I am so grateful that your thoughts and your ways go so […]

O Lord, you will hear the desire of the meek; you will strengthen their heart, you will incline your ear to do justice for the orphan and the oppressed.  Psalm 10: 17-18 Lord, today I ask you to slow me down and open my ears so I will notice the needs of those around me.  […]

My grace is sufficient for you,  for power is made perfect in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Father, you rejoice over my victories and you grieve when I wander away from you.  You welcome me with gladness as I come to you today. You are truly wonderful to us.

Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, until the destroying storms pass by.  Psalm 57:1 Better a stormy day with the Lord, than a sunny one far from him. Lord God, thank you for opening […]

Although you have not seen (Jesus), you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy.  1 Peter 1:8 Lord Jesus, thank you for the joy that belonging to you brings in my life. In you I have all I need.

Be still, and know that I am God! I am exalted among the nations, I am exalted in the earth.  Psalm 46:10 Lord, I pray that you will speak to us and help us to be ready to listen.  For no sound is sweeter that the voice of God.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.  Matthew 5:9 Father, you are the greatest of all peacemakers.  You made reconciliation with humanity possible by means of great personal sacrifice. I ask you to grant me courage, grace and wisdom to work toward real peace, which values all people.

May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.  Psalm 126:5   Lord, some days it seems that every hour is spent in toil. Thank you, Lord, for understanding both our need to work hard and our need to enjoy this beautiful life. Only you God can replace grief with pure joy.

Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.  I Peter 5:7   Lord, we know if we take our big bundles of fear and frets and hand them over to you . It will all work out for the best in your timetable.

Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Romans 12:12 Lord, I ask for you to comfort me and fill me with the hope that only you can give.  Give me strength  to keep going even when it is hard.

Community event in the New Buena Vista field, games, craft and candy for children.  For more information contact the church office.

Forgive, and you will be forgiven; give, and it shall be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap; for the measure you give will be measure you get back.  Luke 6 37-38   Lord, I know your ways are true, noble, and good, and […]

I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully  made.  Wonderful are your works; that I know you very well,  Psalm 139:14 Lord, what a miracle each newborn baby is. Watch over them and guide their parents. Grant all parents the courage, strength, and wisdom they need to fulfill your word and their sacred duties.

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.  Matthew 5:8 Lord, Purify my heart as I walk close to you today and enjoy the blessings of fellowship with you.

Do you not know that you are God's temple and the God's Spirit dwells in you?  I Corinthians 3:16 May I focus on that truth, Lord, and strive to be the being you want me to be.

This event is held at Troy Pauley’s residences. For more information or directions you may call the church office.

I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.  John 6:35 Lord God, when I stop and take time to "feed" on your word and spend time "drinking in" your comfort, I am strengthened and refreshed again.

GUY’S BIBLE STUDY - This is a time for the junior high and high school age guys to come together to dig deeper into God’s word. Guy’s will be taking the next  weeks off. Will be back on Tuesday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m. At the Mitchell house address 248 Emerick Road, Schellsburg, PA 15559. […]

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom.  Though it cost all you have, get understanding.  Proverbs 4:7 NIV Give us wisdom and discernment, Lord.  Let the courageous spirit you instilled in us fuel actions that bring glory.

O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever!  Psalm 118:1 Thank you, Lord, for your steadfast love through all generations.

Again Jesus spoke to them saying, "I am the light of the world. Whosoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12 Lord Jesus, thank you for your light, which leads me through the darkness and lights my way home to you.

Learn to do good; seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan, plead for the widow.  Isaiah 1:17 Lord, Grant me your wisdom, insight, and grace to effectively help wherever and whenever I can. Learning to do good for the sake of others is one of life's most fulfilling endeavors.

Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.  1Corinthians 15:58 Father, help me to remember that the ultimate worth of the work I do is not in how others see it but in my doing it […]

But these are written so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that thorough believing you may have life in his name.  John 20:31 Lord, many lives have been changed by the reforming, transforming power of your WORD.  Far better it would be  for us to […]

I am the way, and the truth, and the life.  No one comes to the Father except through me.  John 14:6 Jesus was the fulfillment of God's promise of salvation. His life and death made salvation possible for us.

Then little children being brought to him in order that he might lay hands on them and pray.  Matthew 19:13 O Lord, what a blessing children are in this world.  Thank you for your love for all children. Please guard them always.

I am the vine, you are the branches.  Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.  John 15:5   All of the good fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control come directly from God. Staying close to […]

May the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. the one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this. 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24  God is faithful , and its only through him that […]

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God - what is good and acceptable and perfect.  Romans 12:2 We have a choice to make. Do we choose to indulge in a lifetime of hedonistic pleasures, or will we choose […]

Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.  Romans 12:15

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  2 Peter 3:18 Lord, help us to grow more like you as we walk in fellowship with you today.

But ask the animals, and they will teach you; the birds of the air, and they will tell you.  Job 12:7   Catching precious glimpses of these creatures of yours help me value every moment of every day.

Indeed, rarely will anyone die for a righteous person- though perhaps for a good person someone might actually dare to die.  But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us.  Romans 5: 7-8 Lord, help me to grow, to have courage for whatever comes in life.

I am grateful to God.. when I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. 2Timothy 1:3 Lord, we are so thankful to you for our family and friends.

19TH ANNUAL LOVE INC FUNDRAISING BANQUET - Thursday, November 14th at 6:00 p.m. The theme is transformation the real life change. It will be at the Crossroads Bible Church. Reservations needed by Friday, November 1st. Cost is &15.00 /person. There is a sign up sheet in the lobby. If you have any questions please call […]

Peter said to (the crowd). "Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ so that your sins may be forgiven; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.  Acts 2:38 We praise you Lord, today for your tireless love and concern for all people reaching out to […]

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.  Hebrews 13:2 I want to greet everyone as you would greet them. Lord, with compassion and an unconditional welcome.

So we do not lose heart, Even though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day.  2 Corinthians 4;16 We are just beginning to blossom within , just beginning to display a bit of brightness that will burst forth in heaven when our life is final fully opened […]

  THANKSGIVING DINNER - Sunday, November 17th. after the worship service

Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.  Proverbs 17:1 A house over flowing with loved ones is a house overflowing with blessings.  

The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.  there is no law against such things.  Galatians 5 22-23 Lord, lead me by your spirit today, so that the fruit of my character will bear witness to my genuine faith in you.

What woman having ten silver coins, if she loses one of them, does not light a lamp, sweep the house, and search carefully...?  When she has found it, she calls together her friends and neighbors, saying. "Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin that I had lost." Just so I tell you, there […]

If we live by the Spirit, let us also be guided by the Spirit.  Galatians 5:25 May we set aside many moments throughout our busy days to tune in to God's Spirit and discern his plan for us.

And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work.  2 Corinthians 9:8 May we never take for granted all the blessings we have, Lord, and may we be as generous with others as you are with […]

For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God - not the results of works, so that no one may boast.  Ephesians 2: 8-9

Deliverance belongs to the Lord; may your blessing be on your people! Psalm 3:8 Deliver us from all ill will. Lord, and keep us focused on all the reasons we have to be thankful.

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE - Sunday, November 24th at 6:30 p.m. at Christ Victory Church Speaker will be Cindy Milburn.Thanksgiving baskets for the Food Pantry will be due that evening.

Clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.  Bear one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.  Colossians 3:12-13 We can choose to forgive whether or not the other party does what is right. Instead of choosing […]

Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heat. Psalm 37:4 Lord, how wonderful are your promises.

And now, our God, we give thanks to you and praise your glorious name.  1 Chronicles 29:13 We are thankful that nothing is beyond your control, Lord, and we are grateful that you are our wise leader.  

The Lord watch between you and me, when we are absent one from the other. Genesis 31:49 We are connected in a special way through you, Lord,> Spiritually we are never far apart.

Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord! Psalm 27:14 Prepare our hearts and help us keep focus not on everything we need to do, but on you, Lord.

Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:29 Lord, I need your Holy perspective.

  LOVE INC LIVE NATIVITY in Everett - Saturday, November 30th, 6-8:30 p.m. Volunteers needed for set-up, to be characters, to provide animals, and to bake cookies

Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth.

Luke 1:27 to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:28  And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favored, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.

The Christmas Story     Luke 1:29  And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salvation this should be.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:31  And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David.

Pray for the leadership and the youth for traveling mercies and fellowship.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:33  And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.

The Christmas Story Luke 1:34  Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a Man?

The Christmas Story And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee; therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. Luke 1: 35

The Christmas Story. Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on the wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.  Matthew 1:18

The Christmas Story. Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her publick example, was minded to put her away privily.  Matthew 1:19

The Christmas Story. But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.  Matthew 1:20

The Christmas Story. And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.  Matthew 1: 21

Ladies, come and enjoy this time of fellowship.

call church office for time. The youth will be caroling through the local area.

The Christmas Story. Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,   Matthew 1:22

Contact the church for more information.

The Christmas Story. Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son; and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Matthew 1:23

Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:  Matthew 1:24

And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.  Matthew 1:25

The Christmas Story. And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.  Luke 1:7

And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.  Luke 1: 2