Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. - James 1:19 (NLT)

Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing. - Proverbs 12:18 (NLT)

The Lord detests lying lips, but He delights in those who tell the truth. - Proverbs 12:22 (NLT)

Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things He does for me. - Psalm 103:2 (NLT) |

Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for Him to act. - Psalm 37:7 (NLT)

Fire goes out without wood, and quarrels disappear when gossip stops. - Proverbs 26:20 (NLT)

Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. - Ephesians 4:29 […]

Stay away from fools, for you won't find knowledge on their lips. - Proverbs 14:7 (NLT)

Don't befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people,- Proverbs 22:24 (NLT)

The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense. - Proverbs 27:9 (NLT)

Don't be fooled by those who say such things, for "bad company corrupts good character" - 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NLT)

A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. - Proverbs 17:17 (NLT)

There are "friends" who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. - Proverbs 18:24 (NLT)

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. - Romans 5:3 (NLT)

And since we have been made right in God's sight by the blood of Christ, He will certainly save us from God's condemnation. - Romans 5:9 (NLT)

Yes, Adam's one sin brings condemnation for everyone, but Christ's one act of righteousness brings a right relationship with God and new life for everyone. - Romans 5:18 (NLT)

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. - James 1:12 (NLT)

I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. - Revelation 3:19 (NLT)

I will be filled with joy because of you. I will sing praises to your name, O Most High. - Psalm 9:2 (NLT)

Our Youth will be going to Winter Jam at State Collage

How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered!I can't even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up, You are […]

How kind the Lord is! How good He is! So merciful, this God of ours! - Psalm 116:5 (NLT)

Shout to the Lord, all the earth; break out in praise and sing for joy! - Psalm 98:4 (NLT)

Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous-how well I know it. - Psalm 139:14 (NLT)

And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you.- Psalm 39:7 (NLT)

I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from Him. - Psalm 62:1 (NLT)

He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will never be shaken. - Psalm 62:2 (NLT)

This is open up to all

Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. - Psalm 25:5 (NLT)

I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on Him. I have put my hope in His word.

We put our hope in the Lord. He is our help and our shield. - Psalm 52:9 (NLT)

I will praise you forever, O God, for what you have done. I will wait for your mercies in the presence of your people.- Psalm 52:9 (NLT)

Search for the Lord and for His strength; continually seek Him. - 1 Chronicles 16:11 (NLT)

Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand. - Psalm 37:24 (NLT)

So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. - […]

Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love. - 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (NLT)

Therefore, put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be […]

So we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. - Hebrews 2:1 (NLT)

He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity. - Proverbs 2:7 (NLT)

So I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink, and enjoy life. That way they will experience some happiness along […]

So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content. - 1 Timothy 6:8 (NLT)

A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength. - Proverbs 17:22 (NLT)

So I concluded there is nothing better than to be happy and enjoy ourselves as long as we can. - Ecclesiastes 3:22 (NLT)

By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who […]

Jesus replied, "If you only knew the gift God has for you and who you are speaking to, you would ask me, and I would give you living water." - […]

If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have […]

But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. - 1 John 1:9 (NLT)

God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God. - Ephesians 2:8 (NLT)

Grace, mercy, and peace, which come from God the Father and from Jesus Christ-the Son of the Father-will continue to be with us who live in truth and love. - […]

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when […]

Jesus replied, "If you only knew the gift God has for you and who you are speaking to, you would ask me, and I would give you living water."- John […]

Ron Bruce will be with us for our morning service. All are welcome to come and join us.

For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by confessing with your mouth that you are saved. - Romans 10:10 […]

Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good.- Romans 12:9 (NLT) |

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. - Romans 5:3 (NLT)

We who are strong must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this. We must not just please ourselves. - Romans 15:1 (NLT)

Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.  - 1 Corinthians 13:7 (NLT)

No one has ever seen God. But if we love each other, God lives in us, and his love is brought to full expression in us. - 1 John 8:12 […]

So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. - John 13:34 (NLT)

And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for you overflows- 1 Thessalonians 3:12 (NLT)

Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. - Psalm 119:105 (NLT)

The Lord is my light and my salvation - so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?- Psalm […]

You are the light of the world - like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. - Matthew 5:14 (NLT)

The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. - John 1:4 (NLT)

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This is the message we heard from Jesus and now declare to you: God is light, and there is no darkness in him at all. - 1 John 1:5 (NLT)

at Chestnut Ridge Independent Fellowship Speaker : Pastor Cindy Milburn from Faith Heart Ministries

at New Paris UMC Speaker: Pastor Mark Griffith from Shawnee Charge UMC

At Point UMC Speaker: Pastor Pat Murphy from Christ Victory Church