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Sunday Family Builders
9:00 AM
Led by Ricky Lejano
Empty Nesters
9:00 AM
Led by Dusty Dickerson
Youth Boys
9:00 AM
Led by David Asp
Girls
9:00 AM
Led by Bev Morris
Ladies Small Group
9:00 AM
Led by Vicki McCoy
Preschool Class
9:00 & 10:00 AM
Led by Melanie Cole
Nursery
9:00 & 10:00 AM
Led by Janice Mattix
Elementary Boys
10:00 AM
Led by Janet Mitchell
1st & 2nd Class
10:00 AM
Led by Cindi Nettles
3rd thru 5th
10:00 AM
Led by Sarah, Brian, Blake and Megan
Praise and Worship Service
10:00 AM
Monday
Churchwide Prayer
6:00 PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
Youth Celebration
6:30 PM
PreSchool & Children's Celebrations
6:30 PM
Women's Small Group
6:30 PM
Adult Community Group
6:30 PM
How to Get Along With People
Kendal Jamison
6:30 PM
The Purpose Driven Life
Rob Morris
6:30 PM
Thursday
Steps by Grace Rehearsal
6:00 PM
Praise Choir and Band Rehearsal
6:30 PM
Friday
- Staff - Pastor: Rob Morris
Pastor to Women: Bev Morris
Pastor to Youth: Cleve Ingalls
Nursery Coordinator: Janice Mattix
Worship Ministries: Pam Bridges
Preschool Ministries: Nathan and Tracy Gray
- Send Mail To Us - River Pointe Church
970 Dell Dale
Channelview, Texas 77530
Church Phone:
281-452-6777
- Email Us - Rob Morris -
Bev Morris -
Cleve Ingalls
- Our Church Government - Constitution
By-Laws
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40 Days of Encouragement
by River Pointe Church
To the people of the River!
Day 26 - Growing Through Temptation
Friday, October 22, 2004
Every temptation is an opportunity to do good!
“Happy is the man who doesn’t give in and do wrong when he is tempted, for afterwards he will get as his reward the crown of life that God has promised those who love him.” James 1:12 (LB)
On the path to spiritual maturity, even temptation becomes a stepping-stone rather than a stumbling block when you realize that it is just as much an occasion to do the right thing, as it is to do the wrong thing.
While temptation is Satan’s primary weapon to destroy you, God wants to use it to develop you. Every time you choose to do good instead of sin, you are growing in the character of Christ. To understand this, you must first identify the character qualities of Jesus. One of the most concise descriptions of his character is the fruit of the Spirit: “When the Holy Spirit controls our lives, he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT)
Character development always involves a choice, and temptation provides that opportunity. Temptations keep us dependent upon God. Just as the roots grow stronger when wind blows against a tree, so every time you stand up to a temptation you become more like Jesus.
Instead of giving in or giving up, look up to God, expect him to help you, and remember the reward that is waiting for you: “When people are tempted and still continue strong, they should be happy. After they have proved their faith, God will reward them with life forever.” James 1:12 (NCV)
As I prepare for Sunday, the more I'm convinced that this Sunday will be a milestone in the history of River Pointe Church! This is not a ploy to get you to come, but a promise for you to see what our Church is about - Ministry. To see what all our efforts are about & let you be proud to be a part of something that's great. You will also be given an opportunity to get plugged in where you can best serve. I Love you all deeply.
- Pastor Bob -
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