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Peniel Pentecostal Holiness Church

3239 Rosebud Road Walnut Cove NC 27052
Pastor: Dr. Tim Nelson - Church Office 336-591-36112
A Place To Encounter God Face To Face. Gen. 32:3

A Word From The Pastor Archives 2023
October 2023



October 1, 2023 Paul makes it clear in his letter to the Ephesians that those in Christ are richly blessed. As one who is richly blessed, we are called to bless God and praise Him who has bestowed such blessings on us. Consider how richly blessed you are, if you are IN CHRIST: Blessed! Granted peace Given an inheritance A son (child) in God's family Sealed with the Holy Spirit Holy & blameless in God's sight Lavished with God's amazing grace Redeemed (bought back) and forgiven Chosen before the foundation of the world Declare your blessings today, as you bless and praise Him who has blessed you! Adapted by: https://jesusplusnothing.com/series/post/ephesians-1-bible-study-seated-right-foundation


October 8, 2023
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing.” Ephesians 1:3 This is a simple statement, yet an extremely complex statement. But the purpose of this statement is to remind those who are “IN CHRIST” of something very important: That we begin this each day and each week as people who have been blessed with every spiritual blessing. That’s a wonderful way to begin any day or any week. So let us remind ourselves that we are already blessed, IN Jesus Christ, with every spiritual blessing. Think about this: everything important has already been given to those who are IN CHRIST. Everything eternal, everything undying, everything that we can truly count on, come what may, we have already been given. We have already been blessed in Jesus Christ with every spiritual blessing. Whatever you might face, whatever life challenge you may presently be struggling, remember, YOU are still blessed. You are blessed, because YOU can know that God loves you, and blesses you in Jesus with every spiritual blessing. So may you be encouraged to begin each day and each week by remembering this simple, wonderful fact: That in Jesus, YOU are truly blessed. Adapted by: https://mypastoralponderings.com/2021/01/02/new-years-blessings/

October 15, 2023
“In Whom (Christ) we have…” Ephesians 1: Throughout the book of Ephesians, Paul reminds his readers of how they are and what they have in Christ. In the opening chapter, in verse 3 he says that we've been blessed with every spiritual blessing "in Christ." Verse 5 says that we've been predestined to adoption "through Jesus Christ." Verse 6 says that we've been given grace in Jesus, "the One he loves." Verse 7 says that it's in Christ that we have redemption – being bought out of slavery to sin – and also forgiveness of sins. And it tells us of the price that has been paid to bring us freedom and forgiveness: "through his blood." Verse 9 says that God purposed the mystery of his will "in Christ. Verse 13 says that the Gentile believers of this letter have been included "in Christ." All the blessings of God are found in Christ. Pastor and preacher, Martyn Lloyd-Jones said: If you leave out the "in Christ," you will never have any blessings at all…Every blessing we enjoy as Christian people comes to us through the Lord Jesus Christ… Paul is writing here to Christian people, and his concern is that they should understand and grasp the special blessings and privileges possible to them as Christians; and so he emphasizes that all those blessings come in and through the Lord Jesus Christ, and in and through Him alone. There are no blessings for Christians apart from Him. Adapted by: https://www.dashhouse.com/2008914every-spiritual-blessing-ephesians-13-14-html/

October 22, 2023
The following is a condensed version of the article published on the IPHC blog and written by Bishop Tommy McGhee about Pastor Appreciation Day: "Paul encouraged Timothy to "make full proof" of his ministry in 2 Timothy 4:5. With these words, this young minister was challenged to demonstrate the true characteristics of a person and pastor who is called by God, and is obedient and faithful to him. A pastors role is about being and doing. Pastors who fulfill the Biblical role, as demonstrated by our Lord and instructed by the Apostle Paul, should be acknowledged and honored by the church. As we approach "Pastor Appreciation Day", I want you to consider the following acrostic for the word PASTOR. P - Preacher - The preacher is to "Exalt the Savior." A - Administrator - An administrator has the responsibility to "Establish the Structure." S - Shepherd - The Shepherd should "Encourage the Sheep." T - Teacher - As a teacher, the pastor must "Equip the Saints." O - Overseer - The Overseer must diligently and continually "Examine the Spirits." R - Restorer - The Restorer should "Extend the Staff." The work and burdens of these servants of God have never been greater. One of the greatest needs of pastors is for people who will join with him or her in the work of the ministry. Hopefully you are asking "what can I do to help my pastor?" Below are just a few ideas that mean so much to your spiritual leader: - Pray for your pastor and family. - Examine your expectations. Let's make sure we are realistic in what we expect. - Find your place in Ministry. - Be the Christian you should be. Pastor Appreciation Day is simply a day set apart to give special honor to whom honor is due. Godly men and women who serve the Lord and his people in this special and sacred role are due to be honored. However, remember that every day is a good day to encourage and appreciate your pastor! You may read the full article at: https://iphc.org/discipleship/2017/08/30/pastor-appreciation-day-article-bishop-tommy-mcghee/

October 29, 2023
"And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins...; But God, ...hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)" Ephesians 2:1-5 Ephesians 2:1-10 is one of the most powerful passages on the subject of GRACE and the change that takes place in the believer's life when we obey the gospel. Paul paints a picture of the believer before and after. It may seem insensitive for Paul to begin with the "before," after all, these things are in the past. These things have been forgiven. So why does Paul do this? Why does Paul dredge up the past? Why does Paul show us the BEFORE picture? Could it be that he does this so that we never forget and so that we truly appreciate the blessings we have in Christ. We have been blessed with "all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus (1:3) - may we never forget.

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