Experiences

Wednesday Night Service - October 27, 2010

Mr. Kevin shows us that our experiences can help others. He talks about his experiences and what he has learned.

Different Categories of Experiences:

1. Family
2. Education
3. Job
4. Spiritual (your most meaningful time w/God)
5. Ministry

• Charity always begins at home.
• The difference between Life and School: In School you are taught a lesson and given a test. In Life you are given a test that teaches you a lesson.

Painful Experiences:

1. Physical
2. Mental

• God never wastes a hurt.
• God can use you to help others.
• All our experiences help us to be equipped to help others.
• Experience is not about what happened to you, but what you do with the experience that matters.

S.H.A.P.E. Series Intro

Wednesday Night - September 22, 2010

Mr. James steps in to introduce us to a new series called "S.H.A.P.E. Series". He shows us:

5 Factors That Makes Up Your S.H.A.P.E.:

1. S - Spiritual Gifts
2. H - Heart
3. A - Abilities
4. P - Personalities
5. E - Experiences

Why is it important to know what your S.H.A.P.E. is?...5 Benefits:

1. Reduces Stress
2. Increases Success
3. Determines How You Learn (only 25% learn by reading & studying)
4. Deepens Satisfaction
5. Builds Self-esteem

2 Biblical Truths:

1. You matter to God.
2. You were shaped by God for a purpose.

When you live your life the way God wants you to, you will discover your purpose.