Have you been enjoying Pastors George and Terri on the Believer's Voice of Victory television program? If you have not watched the past two weeks, I would strongly encourage you to do so!! We are in the end times whether you want to be or not, and they have presented two weeks of GREAT teaching that will equip you and also give you peace and assurance that God's got us!!
Our Proverbs 2 Study
"Men who forsake the paths of uprightness to walk in the ways of darkness, 14 Who rejoice to do evil and delight in the perverseness of evil, 15 Who are crooked in their ways, wayward and devious in their paths." Proverbs 2:13-15 (AMPC)
The best time to resist temptation and avoid making a mistake is at the beginning when it confronts you. So when you walk in the discretion and wisdom of God, He'll tell you what to do before you ever get into trouble.
Discretion not only delivers you from temptations and mistakes, but it also delivers you from "the evil man" or the person who could harm you. Evil men are defined as those who forsake the paths of uprightness to walk in the ways of darkness, who rejoice to do evil and delight in the perverseness of evil (vs. 13-14)
Listen to what the Kesuvim / The Writings (Mishlei/Proverbs) on pg. 18 say about verses twelve to fifteen:
Vs. 12-15 "This passage speaks of three areas in which chochmah will save a person from mishap: (1) character traits; (2) deeds; and (3) Torah study. Verses 12-13 speak of the way of evil, referring to bad character traits. Verse 14 refers to improper deeds. Verse 15 addresses perversity in Torah study (Vilna Gaon).
Current Radiant Group Meetings!
- Thursday, May 23rd is our monthly Abiding Wives group. This is a group for married women to fellowship and connect with each other as we gather to pray for our husbands. We meet every 4th Thursday of the month at a private home, beginning at 7 pm. You will need to email women@emic.org to get the address.
- Sunday, May 26th is The Ruth Circle, a support group for Widows. This group focuses on moving forward in faith, while making meaningful connections. Several times a year guest speakers are invited that offer helpful tips on skills for various areas of life. This group meets every 4th Sunday right after service in the Living Room modular!
- Tuesday, May 28th is our Growing From Glory to Glory group. A time to enjoy the Word of God, good teaching, and light refreshments with other women of EMIC. They meet every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 12:15 pm & 5:30pm in the Hospitality Room.
For information on any of our groups, email women@emic.org. Also, if you are ever in need of prayer, please call our prayer line at 877-281-6297. Or, if you need pastoral counseling, call the church office at 817-252-2900 to schedule a time to meet with me.
You are LOVED!
Pastor Cathy