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Written by David Charlton
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“The beatitudes:
Revealing Christian character and development”
Part 8: Those who are persecuted for righteousness sake
(Matthew 5:1-12)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most well known peacemakers of all time. We must realize, however, that King didn’t become a well respected peace maker simply because he constantly wrote and talked about peace. He became a well respected man of peace by practicing peace in the face of persecution. In this way, King was following in the footsteps of the Prince of Peace Himself, Jesus Christ. For example, during the Montgomery Bus boycott, his house was bombed and his family was threatened. Many people gathered around King’s wrecked house brandishing knives, clubs and guns. At that moment, King told everyone to go home and put away their weapons. He reminded them that it was a peaceful movement based on God’s love.[1] In the face of extreme intimidation, King never backed down and continued to preach, teach and demonstrate the loving peace of Jesus Christ.
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Written by David Charlton
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“The beatitudes:
Revealing Christian character and development”
Part 7: Those who are the peace makers
(Matthew 5:1-12)
When it comes to peacemaking, the world is woefully inadequate. Governments spend billions of dollars on police forces, criminal justice systems and large militaries while violence continues to grow in our schools, communities and nations. The traditional method of locking up the violent offender is not working. If you don’t buy what I’m saying, just watch your local news followed by a dose of CNN or FOX News.
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Written by Margarett Ferguson
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Charge Conference is scheduled for 13 November 2011 at 4PM. Praise and worship to be followed by annual administrative business. All are welcome.
If in a leadership position, please plan on attending. |
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Written by Lorraine Eaton
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Come join us for a night of fun, food, and fellowship! Our very own Lee Carter and his wife Sandee are professional Karaoke DJs, and they will be running the equipment on this one-of-a-kind night. Warm up your vocal chords and come on out. Get up on stage, or just cheer on your friends. Cash prizes given to top singers. Raffles throughout the night. Concessions for sale. Free admission. All proceeds go toward the Sanctuary Sound System Fund.
Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, 7:00p-9:00p in the Fellowship Hall at GGUMC. |
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