How important are those who serve the Lord in the Mission Field both in Australia and around the world?  It was so encouraging to read this story of Doug and Faye Jones. ..." How does one write about a day? Which day should we choose? Most days seem to follow a regular pattern, but then the Scripture says “we don’t know what a day may bring forth” ..." Click here to read more! Ref:  https://ozoutback.com.au/Australia/qldgulf/slides/1982092701.html

Galatians 4:21-31 The difference between believers who rested in Christ only, and those who trusted in the law, is explained by the lives of Isaac and Ishmael. These things are an example and the Spirit of God points out something further. Hagar and Sarah are examples of the new and old covenant. The heavenly Jerusalem, the true church from above, represented by Sarah, is in a state of freedom, and is the mother of all believers, who are born of the Holy Spirit.  They were by regeneration and true faith, made a part of the true seed of Abraham, according to the promise made to him.  Hagar is of the earth, always fighting for survival receiving their reward while on earth and never taking it into eternal life. A life of torment – never being good enough. So then, we are not children of the bond-woman, but of the free. We would not have found out this example in the history of Sarah and Hagar, if it had not been shown to us, and this is what was intended by the Holy Spirit

Bible References:  1 Peter 2:9; Genesis 15; Deut 33:27-29; Ps 84:11; Rom 4:17-22; Rom 4:4; Romans 4:17; Genesis 15:12(Refer to TCC website post:  http://www.tolgacc.com/2012/09/todays-modern-priests.html ) If we done serve God we will see a spiritual connection somewhere else.  We will have a 'priest'of some kind.  As spiritual beings we need spiritual leaders.  God established Israel and He established the spiritual leadership that would imitate God's voice and teachings (Levites).God wants us to fulfill five (5) purposes in life:worship, belong to family of God (through being born again and baptism) (This is not belonging to a denomination), Discipleship (being transformed), Evangelism (tell the world about God), Mission (what God wants you to do) We need to have a reverence for God  - fear (not being afraid, but a real deep resepect) Him.  A Priest is a bridge builder.  We are priests - we are bridge builders for people to seek God.  Abram in Genesis Chapter 15 beca

If I follow Jesus I need to fulfill my Mission.  It is a priviledge to share the Good News.  We are Christ's Ambassadors. Ezekiel 3 Romans 1:16 Ephesians 2:12 Romans 1:14 Acts 4:12 Romans 10:13 1 Timothy 2:4 2 Peter 2:9 Colossians 3:24 Acts 1:6-8 God doesn't give us Jesus to sit on a mantle at home.  He gave us His Son to impact our lives.   What will be my response?  We have a mission to tell others about God's kindness towards them.  God has a special way of doing things (through JC).  What has God done for you?  This is your story of your salvation - this is what people want to know.  How has meeting JC impacted your life? Luke 15:11 1 Peter 2:9 Psalm 103 (The Message) 1-2 O my soul, bless God . From head to toe, I'll bless his holy name!    O my soul, bless God ,       don't forget a single blessing!   3-5 He forgives your sins—every one.       He heals your diseases—every one.       He redeems you from hell—saves your life!       He

John 3:16 Our Pastor posed this question to us on Sunday.  "Why Should Jesus'Mission Matter to Me?" Take a moment to reflect on this.  Many of us jump in with all the "church"talk, but what does this question really mean to me, to you? If I want to be like Jesus then my life mission shoud include His life mission.  John 17:18 Our first mission is to God's people (Ezekiel Ch 3) Mission is not an option for a Christian. If I am a Christian I have a Mission.  As the Father sent Jesus, so Jesus sends you. Bible references from Sunday: Psalm 82 Matthew 28 Mark 16:15 Luke 24:46-47 Acts 1:8 Isaiah 59:2ff 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 John 3:6-7 John 17:18 Ezekiel ch 3 1 Corinthians 9:16-27 John 20:21 (posted by Admin)