Homeland Park Baptist Church
Keep On Keeping On!
During this time of "Social Distancing" due to the treat of the Corona Virus, we are worshiping together outdoors in the parking lot. Everyone please stay in your cars and pray as we celebrate Jesus outside the walls of our church. The service begins at 11:00 am. Parking begins at 10:45 am.
Locations & Times
Homeland Park Baptist Church
3010 Abbeville Hwy, Anderson, SC 29624, USA
Sunday 11:00 AM
Welcome To Homeland Park Baptist Church
Thank you for worshiping with us this morning through this "drive-in" experience. Please remain in your vehicle at all times. Parking will begin at 10:45 am with the service beginning at 11:00 am. You can find more information about our church and schedule on our website. Here you will find our social links for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
http://www.homelandparkbc.orgFind us on Facebook for Live Broadcasts and More
Go to our church's Facebook page and "like" it. This way you will get notified when we post up-to-date information and online services.
https://www.facebook.com/homelandparkbc/Pre-Service Playlist
If you would like to know what songs are playing before our service, or want to keep them for yourself to stream later, listen to them on this YouTube Music Playlist.
http://t.ly/Pb0JOnline Giving
Thank you for worshiping with us! If you would like to give your tithe or a gift securely online, you can do so through our online giving.
https://tithe.ly/give?c=1317080Theme: It is more important than ever to not let your faith in God waiver during times of testing. Faith and endurance are benchmarks of spiritual growth. Adversity brings growth and growth yields new opportunities. Now is not the time to fight against or give up on your spiritual growth process. Embrace it to see the new truths God has to share with you!
A. View Your Troubles As Opportunities (James 1:1-4)
Our Faith And Endurance Will Grow If We Know Whom We Serve (v.1)
James is telling you and I today that our first requirement for growing our faith and endurance in tough times is to make sure you are serving God first!
Consider Troubles of “Any Kind” As Opportunities for Great Joy
Put one foot in front of the other. Not by understanding but trusting.
God is in this with you, whether you “feel” it or not.
(Romans 8:28 NLT) And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.
Our Faith And Endurance Will Grow If We Know Whom We Serve (v.1)
James is telling you and I today that our first requirement for growing our faith and endurance in tough times is to make sure you are serving God first!
Consider Troubles of “Any Kind” As Opportunities for Great Joy
Put one foot in front of the other. Not by understanding but trusting.
God is in this with you, whether you “feel” it or not.
(Romans 8:28 NLT) And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.
B. Trust God With All or Not At All! (James 1:5-8)
To not trust God fully is to not trust Him at all.
For your faith to grow in adversity, you must trust God with everything!
To not trust God fully is to not trust Him at all.
For your faith to grow in adversity, you must trust God with everything!
C. Whatever The Situation, Give Glory To God (James 1:9-11)
Adversity Does Not Discriminate
We would be wise to not keep our faith in our accomplishments.
Adversity Does Not Discriminate
We would be wise to not keep our faith in our accomplishments.
D. God Blesses Those Who Endure “Keep On Keeping On” (James 1:12-18)
The Testing of Our Faith Brings Growth and Endurance
Let Me Ask You Two Questions:
1. How do you know your faith in God is real without testing?
2. Have you ever found after the fact that a previous testing of your faith prepared you for the next one?
Learn The Difference Between A Trial and A Temptation
God will never “ask” you to do anything that conflicts with His word!
Remember Whatever Is From God Is Good and Perfect
You Are God’s Prized Possession!
In His birth Jesus was God with us. In His life Jesus was God to us. In His death Jesus was God for us. Since His ascension Jesus is God in us. At His coming Jesus will be God over us. Forever Jesus is God before us. Yes Jesus Christ is Lord! @drjamesmerritt
Believe God’s hand will hold you. Remember where you are now is not your final destination.
The Testing of Our Faith Brings Growth and Endurance
Let Me Ask You Two Questions:
1. How do you know your faith in God is real without testing?
2. Have you ever found after the fact that a previous testing of your faith prepared you for the next one?
Learn The Difference Between A Trial and A Temptation
God will never “ask” you to do anything that conflicts with His word!
Remember Whatever Is From God Is Good and Perfect
You Are God’s Prized Possession!
In His birth Jesus was God with us. In His life Jesus was God to us. In His death Jesus was God for us. Since His ascension Jesus is God in us. At His coming Jesus will be God over us. Forever Jesus is God before us. Yes Jesus Christ is Lord! @drjamesmerritt
Believe God’s hand will hold you. Remember where you are now is not your final destination.
Reopening Survey
Hey Friends, if you haven't already, could you do myself and our leadership a HUUUUUUGE favor by taking this short 14 question multiple-choice survey? It would really help us know how to plan our future steps in reopening our church. The survey is anonymous and will only take a few minutes. I really appreciate your help in this!
Thanks In Advance! - Pastor James
https://forms.gle/uFgGuwFFKefdbi9y9Thanks In Advance! - Pastor James
Special Dispatch Email List
Hey Everyone! In an attempt to keep in contact with everyone during these days and beyond, I am putting together an email distribution list for special dispatches, prayer requests and more that occur within our church. If you would like information to come directly to your inbox please fill out the information on this form t.ly/aJmR
http://t.ly/aJmR