3 Dear brothers and sisters,[a] not many of you should become teachers in the church, for we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 Indeed,
we all make many mistakes. For if we could control our tongues, we
would be perfect and could also control ourselves in every other way.
3 We can make a large horse go wherever we want by means of a small bit in its mouth. 4 And a small rudder makes a huge ship turn wherever the pilot chooses to go, even though the winds are strong. 5 In the same way, the tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches.
But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire. 6 And
among all the parts of the body, the tongue is a flame of fire. It is a
whole world of wickedness, corrupting your entire body. It can set your
whole life on fire, for it is set on fire by hell itself.[b]
7 People can tame all kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and fish, 8 but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison. 9 Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God. 10 And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right! 11 Does a spring of water bubble out with both fresh water and bitter water? 12 Does a fig tree produce olives, or a grapevine produce figs? No, and you can’t draw fresh water from a salty spring.[c]
Please join us for a Worship & Prayer Night for Monday, February 24. 7-8 p.m.
The Teen Challenge Choir will be coming to bless us next week on Sunday, March 1. There will be a special goodwill offering collected in support of their ministry.
Our 3rd Annual Chilli Cook-Off is on Sunday March 1 following the Teen Challenge service. We are taking only TEN entries, so if you want to participate, please sign up at the Welcome Centre today — start thinking about what going to make your pot stand out from the rest!
March is going to be Camp Month at HMC. Each week will feature a focus on a different avenue of camp ministry. If you’re not longing for summer yet, this will really get you in the mood!
We’re planning a complimentary continental breakfast on Easter Sunday (April 12) so plan to come early that morning to enjoy some fruit and baked goods – stay tuned for more details.
OPPORTUNITIES
We are still looking for volunteers to fill a few gaps. If you’d be willing to serve on the greeter or usher team, or if hospitality is something near and dear to your heart, please talk with Pastor Kristina.
An adult helper is needed in the preschool place on the last Sunday of each month. If you’re willing to volunteer, please talk to Marie Bezeau.
Moms and Tots needs more adult volunteers to help with childcare on Wednesday mornings. Connect with Alicia DeVisser if you can help.
OTHER EVENTS
The Hanover Ministerial 2020 Lenten Service & Lunch series kicks off on Wednesday, March 4 from 12-1 p.m. at St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Pastor Dave will be bringing the message on that day. A freewill offering will be collected to support The Light on Main, Hanover & Area Refugee Committee, and Hope Grey-Bruce Services.
Can you help? HMC is to provide squares and cookies. Please sign up at the Welcome Centre to bring in a tray by 9:30 a.m. on March 4. Two helpers are also needed for that day. Connect with Carolyn Austin for more information.
ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE
It’s the perfect time to set a goal to dive into scripture. Pastor Kristina is inviting you to join her on a daily Bible reading plan. Go to shorter.at/ehnZ8 to accept her invitation to The Bible Project.
ONE TO ONE – Our goal at HMC is to be generations who follow Jesus together and one way we want to do that is through a “one to one” reading plan. Those who sign up will be matched with one other person in a different age group and given a short reading plan to read throughout the week. You will then be able to spend 10-20 minutes once a week with the person you are paired with to talk about what you read and discuss what you are learning. This will be a short term commitment with the chance to make it a long term one. Will you commit to trying this out for a couple of months and seeing what God does? Pick up a form at the Welcome Centre or chat with Pastor Kristina for more information.
IN THE COMMUNITY
The Hanover Fire Department would like to invite you to participate in their Alarm for Life Program. The Hanover Fire Dept. will visit your home to test and inspect your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. This is a free program. If you would like to participate, please contact FPO Rob Hagan, 519-364-2780 ext. 1223, fpo@hanover.ca
BRANCHING OUT
Our Warming Centre runs every Thursday from noon to 2:00, providing a place for those in need of warmth and company to enjoy a hot bowl of soup and friendly conversation. We are accepting donations of non-perishable food items that can be handed out to those who attend. These items can be dropped off by the main office in the foyer. Also needed are donations of bars of soap and small bottles of shampoo, as well as knitted goods. As the weather is colder these days, we are very low on gloves and mitts. We appreciate your support and selfless giving to this ministry! If you’d like to volunteer for this great ministry opportunity, whether it’s to hang out with our guests, to serve or clean up, or to make soup, please connect with Marcia Burt.
Hanover Heights is looking for donations of small hats, socks, and gloves/mittens that can be distributed to children who don’t have the necessary means to stay warm. These items can be dropped off outside the main office.
18 1-2 God
appeared to Abraham at the Oaks of Mamre while he was sitting at the
entrance of his tent. It was the hottest part of the day. He looked up
and saw three men standing. He ran from his tent to greet them and bowed
before them.
3-5 He
said, “Master, if it please you, stop for a while with your servant.
I’ll get some water so you can wash your feet. Rest under this tree.
I’ll get some food to refresh you on your way, since your travels have
brought you across my path.”
They said, “Certainly. Go ahead.”
6 Abraham hurried into the tent to Sarah. He said, “Hurry. Get three cups of our best flour; knead it and make bread.”
7-8 Then
Abraham ran to the cattle pen and picked out a nice plump calf and gave
it to the servant who lost no time getting it ready. Then he got curds
and milk, brought them with the calf that had been roasted, set the meal
before the men, and stood there under the tree while they ate.
9 The men said to him, “Where is Sarah your wife?”
He said, “In the tent.”
10 One
of them said, “I’m coming back about this time next year. When I
arrive, your wife Sarah will have a son.” Sarah was listening at the
tent opening, just behind the man.
11-12 Abraham
and Sarah were old by this time, very old. Sarah was far past the age
for having babies. Sarah laughed within herself, “An old woman like me?
Get pregnant? With this old man of a husband?”
13-14 God said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh saying, ‘Me? Have a baby? An old woman like me?’ Is anything too hard for God? I’ll be back about this time next year and Sarah will have a baby.”
15 Sarah lied. She said, “I didn’t laugh,” because she was afraid.
But he said, “Yes you did; you laughed.”
16 When the men got up to leave, they set off for Sodom. Abraham walked with them to say good-bye.
17-19 Then God
said, “Shall I keep back from Abraham what I’m about to do? Abraham is
going to become a large and strong nation; all the nations of the world
are going to find themselves blessed through him. Yes, I’ve settled on
him as the one to train his children and future family to observe God’s way of life, live kindly and generously and fairly, so that God can complete in Abraham what he promised him.”
20-21 God
continued, “The cries of the victims in Sodom and Gomorrah are
deafening; the sin of those cities is immense. I’m going down to see for
myself, see if what they’re doing is as bad as it sounds. Then I’ll
know.”
22 The men set out for Sodom, but Abraham stood in God’s path, blocking his way.
23-25 Abraham
confronted him, “Are you serious? Are you planning on getting rid of
the good people right along with the bad? What if there are fifty decent
people left in the city; will you lump the good with the bad and get
rid of the lot? Wouldn’t you spare the city for the sake of those fifty
innocents? I can’t believe you’d do that, kill off the good and the bad
alike as if there were no difference between them. Doesn’t the Judge of
all the Earth judge with justice?”
26 God said, “If I find fifty decent people in the city of Sodom, I’ll spare the place just for them.”
27-28 Abraham
came back, “Do I, a mere mortal made from a handful of dirt, dare open
my mouth again to my Master? What if the fifty fall short by five—would
you destroy the city because of those missing five?”
He said, “I won’t destroy it if there are forty-five.”
29 Abraham spoke up again, “What if you only find forty?”
“Neither will I destroy it if for forty.”
30 He said, “Master, don’t be irritated with me, but what if only thirty are found?”
“No, I won’t do it if I find thirty.”
31 He pushed on, “I know I’m trying your patience, Master, but how about for twenty?”
“I won’t destroy it for twenty.”
32 He wouldn’t quit, “Don’t get angry, Master—this is the last time. What if you only come up with ten?”
“For the sake of only ten, I won’t destroy the city.”
33 When God finished talking with Abraham, he left. And Abraham went home.The Message (MSG)
Please join us for a Worship & Prayer Night for Monday, February 24. 7-8 p.m.
The Teen Challenge Choir will be coming to bless us on Sunday, March 1. There will be a special goodwill offering collected in support of their ministry.
Our 3rd Annual Chilli Cook-Off is on Sunday March 1 following the service. We are taking only TEN entries, so if you want to participate, please sign up at the Welcome Centre today – start thinking about what going to make your pot stand out from the rest!
We’re planning a complimentary continental breakfast on Easter Sunday (April 12) so plan to come early that morning to enjoy some fruit and baked goods – stay tuned for more details.
OPPORTUNITIES
We are still looking for volunteers to fill a few gaps. If you’d be willing to serve on the greeter or usher team, or if hospitality is something near and dear to your heart, please talk with Pastor Kristina.
An adult helper is needed in the preschool place on the last Sunday of each month. If you’re willing to volunteer, please talk to Marie Bezeau.
Moms and Tots needs more adult volunteers to help with childcare on Wednesday mornings. Connect with Alicia DeVisser if you can help.
Do have a small, clean, warm throw blanket, or would you be interested in knitting one? We’re looking for some for our nursery. Please connect with Pastor Kristina if you can help.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Snow Camp is next weekend. Please pray for the leaders as they prepare and for the youth, that their hearts would be softened and open.
WORDS OF THANKS
Nelles Koenig wishes to extend his thanks to all who prayed for him before, during, and after his recent hip replacement. He is recovering in the Hanover Care Centre, room 602, and would love a visit.
ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE
It’s the perfect time to set a goal to dive into scripture. Pastor Kristina is inviting you to join her on a daily Bible reading plan. Go to shorter.at/ehnZ8 to accept her invitation to The Bible Project.
ONE TO ONE – Our goal at HMC is to be generations who follow Jesus together and one way we want to do that is through a “one to one” reading plan. Those who sign up will be matched with one other person in a different age group and given a short reading plan to read throughout the week. You will then be able to spend 10-20 minutes once a week with the person you are paired with to talk about what you read and discuss what you are learning. This will be a short term commitment with the chance to make it a long term one. Will you commit to trying this out for a couple of months and seeing what God does? Pick up a form at the Welcome Centre or chat with Pastor Kristina for more information.
IN THE COMMUNITY
The Hanover Fire Department would like to invite you to participate in their Alarm for Life Program. The Hanover Fire Dept. will visit your home to test and inspect your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. This is a free program. If you would like to participate, please contact FPO Rob Hagan, 519-364-2780 ext. 1223, fpo@hanover.ca
BRANCHING OUT
Our Warming Centre runs every Thursday from noon to 2:00, providing a place for those in need of warmth and company to enjoy a hot bowl of soup and friendly conversation. We are accepting donations of non-perishable food items that can be handed out to those who attend. These items can be dropped off by the main office in the foyer. Also needed are donations of bars of soap and small bottles of shampoo, as well as knitted goods. As the weather is colder these days, we are very low on gloves and mitts. We appreciate your support and selfless giving to this ministry! If you’d like to volunteer for this great ministry opportunity, whether it’s to hang out with our guests, to serve or clean up, or to make soup, please connect with Marcia Burt. There is a soup sign up at the Welcome Centre. Only two weeks are left blank – sign up if you can help on February 27 or March 5.
Hanover Heights is looking for donations of small hats, socks, and gloves/mittens that can be distributed to children who don’t have the necessary means to stay warm. These items can be dropped off outside the main office.
Key Idea: Obeying is the bridge between knowing and doing.
1) Humility makes obedience possible (vs 19-21) a. Pride pushes us to be right. b. Humility allows us to submit to others.
2) Obedience needs action (vs 22-25) a. Complacency leads to apathy
3) Let your character speak for itself (vs 26-29) a. Let the inward match the outward.
James 1:19-27 Christian Standard Bible (CSB)
Hearing and Doing the Word
19 My dear brothers and sisters, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, 20 for human anger does not accomplish God’s righteousness. 21 Therefore, ridding yourselves of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent,[a] humbly receive the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.
22 But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 Because if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like someone looking at his own face[b] in a mirror. 24 For he looks at himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of person he was. 25 But
the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom and
perseveres in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer who
works—this person will be blessed in what he does.
26 If anyone[c] thinks he is religious without controlling his tongue, his religion is useless and he deceives himself. 27 Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself unstained from the world.
Young at Heart will enjoy their first gathering of 2020 this Thursday, February 13 with special guest speaker, Marilyn Schmitt. Tickets for the hot luncheon are available for $17 in the foyer today.
Junior & Senior Youth, Snow Camp is coming February 21-23 at Campfire Bible Camp in Markdale. Grab a form for all the details or find one on our Events page. Registrations must be turned in by TODAY. Registration and payment can be completed online. If you’re interested in sponsoring a student to go, please talk with Pastor Amos.
We are planning a Worship & Prayer service for the end of February. Stay tuned for more information.
The Teen Challenge Choir will be coming to bless us on Sunday, March 1.
Our 3rd Annual Chilli Cook-Off is scheduled for Sunday March 1 – start thinking about what going to make your pot stand out from the rest!
We’re planning a complimentary continental breakfast on Easter Sunday (April 12) so plan to come early that morning to enjoy some fruit and baked goods – stay tuned for more details.
OPPORTUNITIES
We are still looking for volunteers to fill a few gaps. If you’d be willing to serve on the greeter or usher team, or if hospitality is something near and dear to your heart, please talk with Pastor Kristina.
An adult helper is needed in the preschool place on the last Sunday of each month. If you’re willing to volunteer, please talk to Marie Bezeau.
Do have a small, clean, warm throw blanket, or would you be interested in knitting one? We’re looking for some for our nursery. Please connect with Pastor Kristina if you can help.
See Joanne in the foyer to pick up your 2019 tax receipts.
ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE
It’s the perfect time to set a goal to dive into scripture. Pastor Kristina is inviting you to join her on a daily Bible reading plan. Go to shorter.at/ehnZ8 to accept her invitation to The Bible Project.
ONE TO ONE – Our goal at HMC is to be generations who follow Jesus together and one way we want to do that is through a “one to one” reading plan. Those who sign up will be matched with one other person in a different age group and given a short reading plan to read throughout the week. You will then be able to spend 10-20 minutes once a week with the person you are paired with to talk about what you read and discuss what you are learning. This will be a short term commitment with the chance to make it a long term one. Will you commit to trying this out for a couple of months and seeing what God does? Pick up a form at the Welcome Centre or chat with Pastor Kristina for more information.
IN THE COMMUNITY
The Hanover Fire Department would like to invite you to participate in their Alarm for Life Program. The Hanover Fire Dept. will visit your home to test and inspect your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. This is a free program. If you would like to participate, please contact FPO Rob Hagan, 519-364-2780 ext. 1223, fpo@hanover.ca
13 No
one undergoing a trial should say, “I am being tempted by God,” since
God is not tempted by evil, and he himself doesn’t tempt anyone. 14 But each person is tempted when he is drawn away and enticed by his own evil desire. 15 Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin, and when sin is fully grown, it gives birth to death.
16 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters. 17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. 18 By his own choice, he gave us birth by the word of truth so that we would be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.Christian Standard Bible (CSB)
Young at Heart will enjoy their first gathering of 2020 on Thursday, February 13 with special guest speaker, Marilyn Schmitt. Tickets for the hot luncheon are available for $17 in the foyer today.
Junior & Senior Youth, Snow Camp is coming February 21-23 at Campfire Bible Camp in Markdale. Grab a form for all the details or find one on our Events page. Registrations must be turned in by February 9. If you’re interested in sponsoring a student to go, please talk with Pastor Amos.
We are planning a Worship & Prayer service for the end of February. Stay tuned for more information.
ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE
It’s the perfect time to set a goal to dive into scripture. Pastor Kristina is inviting you to join her on a daily Bible reading plan. Go to shorter.at/ehnZ8 to accept her invitation to The Bible Project.
ONE TO ONE – Our goal at HMC is to be generations who follow Jesus together and one way want to do that is through a “one to one” reading plan. Those who sign up will be matched with one other person in a different age group and given a short reading plan to read throughout the week. You will then be able to spend 10-20 minutes once a week with the person you are paired with to talk about what you read and discuss what you are learning. This will be a short term commitment with the chance to make it a long term one. Will you commit to trying this out for a couple of months and seeing what God does? Pick up a form at the Welcome Centre or chat with Pastor Kristina for more information.
WORDS OF THANKS
Thank you for supporting my family in our time of need with the passing of my dad, George Simpson. He was a very blessed man to have a loving and supporting church. Bless you all —Tammy Price.
OPPORTUNITIES
We are still looking for volunteers to fill a few gaps. If you’d be willing to serve on the greeter or usher team, or if hospitality is something near and dear to your heart, please talk with Pastor Kristina.
An adult helper is needed in the preschool place on the last Sunday of each month. If you’re willing to volunteer, please talk to Marie Bezeau.
Do have a small, clean, warm throw blanket, or would you be interested in knitting one? We’re looking for some for our nursery. Please connect with Pastor Kristina if you can help.
LOOKING AHEAD
The Teen Challenge Choir will be coming to bless us on Sunday, March 1.
Our 3rd Annual Chilli Cook-Off is scheduled for Sunday March 1 – start thinking about what going to make your pot stand out from the rest!
We’re planning another complimentary continental breakfast on Easter Sunday (April 12) so plan to come early that morning to enjoy some fruit and baked goods.
BRANCHING OUT
Our Warming Centre is up and running every Thursday from noon to 2:00, providing a place for those in need of warmth and company to enjoy a hot bowl of soup and friendly conversation. We are accepting donations of non-perishable food items that can be handed out to those who attend. These items can be dropped off by the main office in the foyer. Also needed are donations of bars of soap and small bottles of shampoo, as well as knitted goods. As the weather is colder these days, we are very low on gloves and mitts. We appreciate your support and selfless giving to this ministry! If you’d like to volunteer for this great ministry opportunity, whether it’s to hang out with our guests, to serve or clean up, or to make soup, please connect with Marcia Burt. There is a soup sign up at the Welcome Centre. Only two weeks are left blank – sign up if you can help on February 27 or March 5.
Hanover Heights is looking for donations of small hats, socks, and gloves/mittens that can be distributed to children who don’t have the necessary means to stay warm. These items can be dropped off outside the main office.
As we follow Jesus, sometimes we will endure trials.
1) Trials don’t have to be your enemy (vs 2)
a.) They can bring long term benefit (vs 3-4)
2) God gives you the wisdom to navigate what you are facing (vs 5)
b.) Trust God, not yourself (vs 6-8)
3) Circumstances are temporary (vs 9-11)
4) Keep your focus on eternity (vs 12)
James 1:2-12 New International Version (NIV)
Trials and Temptations
2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. 6 But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. 7 That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. 8 Such a person is double-minded and unstable in all they do.
9 Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. 10 But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed. In the same way, the rich will fade away even while they go about their business.
12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
Footnotes:
James 1:2 The Greek word for brothers and sisters (adelphoi)
refers here to believers, both men and women, as part of God’s family;
also in verses 16 and 19; and in 2:1, 5, 14; 3:10, 12; 4:11; 5:7, 9, 10,
12, 19.
Registration for the second term of the MIDWEEK Meal will close soon – so don’t wait. We are almost at capacity. We are so excited by what God has in store for this ministry!
HMC EVENTS
Newcomers, we want to get to know you better! Come out to a newcomers lunch on Sunday, February 2 following the service. Speak with Pastor Kristina if you’d like more information.
Young at Heart will enjoy their first gathering of 2020 on Thursday, February 13 with special guest speaker, Marilyn Schmitt. Tickets for the hot luncheon are available for $17 in the foyer today.
Junior & Senior Youth, Snow Camp is coming February 21-23 – stay tuned for more details.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Please pray for Sue McDougall. Pray that once chemo treatment is completed there will be no need for radiation follow up.
Please pray for Pastor Lyndsay who is enjoying some time on vacation. Pray for travelling mercies and that her time would be restful and rejuvenating.
ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE
It’s the perfect time to set a goal to dive into scripture. Pastor Kristina is inviting you to join her on a daily Bible reading plan. Go to shorter.at/ehnZ8 to accept her invitation to The Bible Project.
ONE TO ONE – Our goal at HMC is to be generations who follow Jesus together and one way want to do that is through a “one to one” reading plan. Those who sign up will be matched with one other person in a different age group and given a short reading plan to read throughout the week. You will then be able to spend 10-20 minutes once a week with the person you are paired with to talk about what you read and discuss what you are learning. This will be a short term commitment with the chance to make it a long term one. Will you commit to trying this out for a couple of months and seeing what God does? Pick up a form at the Welcome Centre to chat with Pastor Kristina for more information.
BRANCHING OUT
Our Warming Centre is up and running every Thursday from noon to 2:00, providing a place for those in need of warmth and company to enjoy a hot bowl of soup and friendly conversation. We are accepting donations of non-perishable food items that can be handed out to those who attend. These items can be dropped off by the main office in the foyer. Also needed are donations of bars of soap and small bottles of shampoo, as well as knitted goods. As the weather is colder these days, we are very low on gloves and mitts. We appreciate your support and selfless giving to this ministry! If you’d like to volunteer for this great ministry opportunity, whether it’s to hang out with our guests, to serve or clean up, or to make soup, please connect with Marcia Burt. There is a soup sign up at the Welcome Centre. Only two weeks are left blank – sign up if you can help on February 27 or March 5.
Hanover Heights is looking for donations of small hats, socks, and gloves/mittens that can be distributed to children who don’t have the necessary means to stay warm. These items can be dropped off outside the main office.
OPPORTUNITIES
We are still looking for volunteers to fill a few gaps. If you’d be willing to serve on the greeter or usher team, or if hospitality is something near and dear to your heart, please talk with Pastor Kristina.
LOOKING AHEAD
The Teen Challenge Choir will be coming to bless us on Sunday, March 1.
Our 3rd Annual Chilli Cook-Off is scheduled for Sunday March 1 – start thinking about what going to make your pot stand out from the rest
We’re planning another complimentary continental breakfast on Easter Sunday (April 12) so plan to come early that morning to enjoy some fruit and baked goods.
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