Month: December 2020

Christmas Eve Streaming

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Merry Christmas!

CIL Church will stream our Christmas Eve service live at 2:00 PM today. Then, it will be available on all our platforms for you to watch at your convenience. Let’s worship King Jesus!

Join us on

www.cil.church

Vimeo

YouTube

FacebookLive

“O God, you have caused this holy night to shine with the brightness of the true Light: Grant that we, who have known the mystery of that Light on earth, may also enjoy him perfectly in heaven; where with you and the Holy Spirit he lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.:” – BCP

Health Update

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I continue to thank God for helping me get through my recent illness and allowing me to preach yesterday. In an interesting twist, I think the adrenaline and oxygen to project my voice actually made me feel better!

Also, words cannot express my appreciation to Beth Allison for her wisdom and care for me. I was a stubborn patient, and she was so caring. Here is one of the guiding Scriptures that encouraged me during this time, and I hope it inspires you today:

“I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD In the land of the living.” – Psalm 27:13 (NASB)

Christmas Eve Registration

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We are limiting Christmas Eve in-person participation in each time slot this year to keep everyone safe. If you are interested in attending CIL Christmas Eve service in-person, you must register at cil.churchcenter.com or the Church Center app.

Only 28 spots are left for December 23 at 7:00 PM.

Only 21 spots are left for December 24 at 3:30 PM.

Lots of seats still for December 24 at 2:00 PM.

We don’t like doing this, but it’s to create the best environment during this pandemic. Thanks for your cooperation!

December 7 Reminds Us of Adversity to Overcome

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December 7 is the anniversary of Pearl Harbor, an attack upon our sailors that stirred the soul of America. As many observed, it woke a sleeping giant.

On December 7, 2020, we face a different enemy, as the coronavirus is stretching our healthcare system and economic vitality. I pray tonight, the best of America will come forward through our love and service to humanity. With God’s help, our nation can overcome this virus, save lives, innovate, cooperate, and become a greater society through this adversity. May God continue to raise leaders and heroes.

Participating in Worship Matters

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Whether you attend a church physically or carve time out of your day to worship online, your participation makes a difference in our world. Plus, it makes a difference in you.

This is one of my favorite Scriptures:

How can I repay the Lordfor all the good he has done for me?I will take the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord.I will fulfill my vows to the Lordin the presence of all his people. – Psalm 116:12-14

God Likes You

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Most people believe God loves them. He has to, right? Isn’t that God’s job description?

But, does God like me?

When you believe God likes you, you will live in confidence that He is for you!

“… but the Lord was my support.
He brought me out into a broad place;
he rescued me, because he delighted in me.” – Psalm 18:18-19

You are a Saint

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Years ago, a book by Beth Moore titled “When Godly People Do Ungodly Things” was released. I eventually read the book – and it was good – but I was initially encouraged simply by the title. I was not alone!

We are image-bearers of God, so we are not created to sin. Shake off your mistakes and missteps, and step into your God-given identity. Through Christ, you are a saint.

Find the Goodness of God in Your Life

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These words by Dallas Willard really help me, and I am being reminded of them today. I hope they bring you comfort and focus:

“Your life is not something from which you can stand aside and consider what it would have been like had you had a different one. There is no “you” apart from your actual life. You are not separate from your life, and in that life you must find the goodness of God. Otherwise, you will not believe that he has done well by you, and you will not truly be at peace with him. You must find the goodness of God and the fellowship of Jesus in who you are, or your love for the Father and his unique Son cannot become the foundation for a life of abundance/obedience.”