A Good Marriage
By wsbt | January 23, 2012
“If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies. Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.”
Philippians 2:1-2
What a truly beautiful picture of marriage in this scripture: Being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.
Look at the first part of this scripture and consider what each person has the potential to bring into a marriage out of the overflow of their relationship with Jesus: encouragement, comfort, fellowship, tenderness and compassion.
What an amazing description of what we long for in marriage. When couples mistakenly look to each other as the sole source of encouragement, comfort, fellowship, tenderness and compassion, life becomes complicated. We are called to offer these things to each other, but if our source is not Jesus, we will be quickly depleted of these gifts and will harbor resentment and feelings of inadequacy in our relationship.
Let us first encourage one another in our personal relationship with Jesus, and then let Him craft our relationship with Him, and we will watch with humility and awe as He begins to weave us together in Him.
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A Child’s Behavior Reflects Their Parents’
By wsbt | January 16, 2012
-In the same manner a child is communicated with, they will communicate with others.
-Speak gently to your child if your wish them to communicate gently with others
-Listen carefully and compassionately to your child if you want them to speak similarly to others
-If you show indifference to your child, the same indifference will be shown by them to others
-If you really want to find out the true character of your child, carefully observe their behavior with their peers
-A spirit of self-confidence is caught more than taught. Your child will face difficult situations the same way you do
-The conclusions your children arrive at as they hear you conversing with others are fare more character-forming than your direct instructions
-Your child will not have a positive attitude if yours is negative
-If you are wasteful, your child will be also
-Do not exclude your children from the dilemma of finding solutions to family problems
-Children growing in financial abundance develop a carefree lifestyle
-Expose your children to worthwhile friends which they can idolize as heroes. Otherwise, they will pick theirs from TV, school or other areas of contact which may be undesirable
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How to Raise a Delinquent-by J. Edgar Hoover
By wsbt | January 12, 2012
-Give them whatever they ask for, because it is easier than arguing
-Pride yourself on not prying in to their life;where they spend their time; their friends; their after-school activities
-Their side is your side in their arguments with teachers
-Home is a battleground for their parents
-You expect them to attend religious services but are too busy yourself
-You say “I’m busy now, tell me later”
-They are expected to live up to the law, while you run through stops signs
-You smile when they scoff at “squares” and admire those who “get away with it”
-You assume their problems are minor ones
-White lies are all right for you, but they are expected to tell the whole truth
-You think the world is against you and accept it
-”Let someone else do it” is your attitude toward charity and community service
-Your threatened punishments are not carried out
-Your punishments are too harsh
-You are looking for “s0mething for nothing”
-You never admit you could be wrong
January is Family Month here at Westside Baptist Temple. Please join us each Sunday and hear what God’s Word has to say about the Christian Family.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
By wsbt | January 2, 2012
There’s an unknown path before me,
And yet I fear it not;
I know through all the years gone by,
Whate’er has been my lot;
That a kind and Heavenly Father
Planned out the way for me;
And I know that in the future,
Watched over I shall be.
Yes, I know God’s care and kindness
Will ever with me stay
To assist me on life’s journey,
And brighten up my way.
So, the welcome, unknown future,
Bring me whate’er you will.
With God’s loving hand to guide me,
I shall be cared for still!
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Good Resolutions for 2012
By wsbt | December 29, 2011
A little less impatience with those we deem too slow
A little less arrogance because of all we know;
A little more humility, seeing our worth is slight;
We are such trivial candles compared to stars at night!
A little more forgiving and swifter to be kind;
A little more desirous the word of praise to find;
The word of praise to utter and make a heart rejoice;
A little more careful to speak with gentle voice;
A little more true eagerness to understand each other;
A little more real striving to help a shipwrecked brother;
A little more high courage to each task that must be done;
These be our resolutions- and God help everyone!
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Merry Christmas from Westside Baptist Temple!
By wsbt | December 22, 2011
Happy Birthday Jesus
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Twas The Night Before Christmas
By wsbt | December 19, 2011
‘Twas the night before Christmas, the eve of Christ’s birth;
Many people were resting all over the earth.
The shepherds were watching their sheep in the night,
When all of a sudden they saw a bright light.
And what to their wondering eyes should appear
But a beautiful Angel, high up in the air.
His face was all shining; his garments so bright,
That the shepherds began to tremble with fright.
But as he came nearer, the words that he said
Soon gave them to know there was nothing to dread.
He told them of “Peace”, with no fear or danger,
For their Wonderful Gift they would find in a manger.
So leaving their sheep they went into town,
To seek for this Gift; they would look all around.
They came to the stable, the covers they lift,
And there in the manger, God’s Wonderful Gift.
So pure and so holy, so full of God’s love,
They knew it was Jesus, God’s gift from above.
And so as we think of this Savior again,
May our worship this Christmas not be in vain.
Let us love Him and trust Him; there’s none that’s too small,
May the Lord richly bless you.
Merry Christmas to all!
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O Little Town of Bethlehem
By wsbt | December 12, 2011
Many years ago, Phillip Brooks, a young minister visited the Holy Land where Jesus was born. On the way to Bethlehem, he saw shepherds watching their flocks in the fields and on the hillsides, as shepherds did so long ago.
As they neared the little village, it seemed to be sleeping in the darkness of the night. There were no brightly lighted store windows and no street lights. The only light came from the “silent stars” in the sky.
Dr. Brooks went to the Christmas Eve service in the Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest churches in Palestine, where the singing was beautiful!
Several years after returning home, he wanted a new song for Christmas. He thought of the impressive service and the lovely singing he had heard in the ancient church. He remembered the shepherds on the hillsides of the dark, silent little village.
As a result, he captured in words, the beauty of that unforgettable picture of Bethlehem. His friend, Lewis H. Redner, wrote the music. These two men gave a wonderful and lasting Christmas gift in song.
As you sing this carol, try to see the picture of this silent little village where our Savior was born many years ago.
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The Peace of Christmas
By wsbt | December 5, 2011
Christmas brings not only joy but suggests peace for the heart. Our Savior brought peace through love. This Christmas you may know deep in your heart whether or not you have Christmas peace.
Has a friend asked your forgiveness and you would not forgive?
This Christmas, forgive.
Did something in your past hurt or frighten your terribly, so much so that you thought you could not forget?
This Christmas, forget.
Was there a time your own strength faltered and you forgot to believe?
This Christmas, renew your faith.
Have you been postponing a kindness because you did not know exactly what to do and so with the passing of time did nothing?
This Christmas, do that kindness.
Do you know of a need, even a word of support or cheer or praise that you can enrich another’s life with?
Fill the need, say the words.
Are you seeking Christmas peace? Then this Christmas forgive, forget, renew your faith, create a kindness, and start to live.
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The Greatest Gift
By wsbt | November 28, 2011
The first great Christmas gift to man was hung upon a tree,
It was not by a fireside, where only those could see.
Who near of kin or friendship were, and gifts exchanged would be;
But out upon a mountain side for all the world to see.
He gave His all, His life, His blood, that man redeemed might be,
Then what can man give in exchange for love so boundless free?
Our hearts, if emptied of this world, filled with His love shall be.
Then what can man give in exchange for love so boundless free?
“What shall I render unto God for all His gifts to me?
This only do, “Call on His name, accept salvation free.”
We here at Westside Baptist Temple are happy to welcome
this Christmas season, and pray that you keep Christ
at the center of your Christmas.
We proudly wish you and your family and friends a very
Merry CHRISTmas!
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