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Good Friday evening 5th Avenue Family & Friends,
Once again we are learning how to become a FAT HOG for Jesus!!!
When I mention this title, I always feel the immediate need to very quickly explain what I mean by this title. Just to recap, we’re exploring how to be faithful, available, teachable, holy, obedient and growing so that we might be like Christ.
This Sunday and through our weekly devotionals, I want us to think about what it means to be teachable!
A review of scriptures reveal there is no lack of subject matter when it comes to presenting biblical text regarding being teachable. In fact, the challenge is not in what to say, but what to leave out.
I want to tackle the subject of being teachable by focusing on Psalm 25. Listen to what we read in these verses, and please note how many times the psalm references teaching.
I want to tackle the subject of being teachable by focusing on Psalm 25. Listen to what we read in these verses, and please note how many times the psalm references teaching.
So, what can we learn from these verses about having a teachable spirit? Let me suggest three things to pay close attention to during our weekly devotions:
- What A Teachable Spirit Longs To Learn
- Where A Teachable Spirit Looks To Learn
- Why a Teachable Spirit Loves to Learn
Do you have a teachable spirit? If not, will you ask God to give you one?
Now, having a teachable spirit must first begin with becoming a faithful student (disciple) and becoming a faithful student simply means being available. So who is God looking for to touch the people of the world? He’s looking for you! God is asking you the same question He asked Isaiah, “Whom shall I send and who will go for us?” The right response is, “Here am I Lord, and I’m available.” To God be the glory, amen.
Joy & Peace,
Pastor Clarissa
Rev. Clarissa Martinelli
Pastor, Fifth Avenue UMC
323 South Fifth Avenue
West Bend, WI
262.334.2059 
847.721.1826 (M)
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. I am a child of God.” marianne williamison
Lord, I’m Available To You!
Good morning disciples on this beautiful and awesome First Sunday of August 2020!
How many of us truly understand what it means to walk in the Spirit of God, to live with the passion of Jesus, to trust in God with a faith that is fresh and sincere and powerful? A faith that knows no limits and fears nothing? A faith that can stare Satan in the eyes and say, “Get behind me; I go forward in the promises of God! You have no more control over me! You are weak and powerless!” A faith that can move any mountain, no matter how high or wide or difficult. A faith, the size of a tiny mustard seed! This is the compassionate faith that God demands and the only thing that can activate the true might and authority of the Holy Spirit that dwells in our lives.
If you want to change the world, begin by being AVAILABLE, letting God change YOU. By letting the passion of Jesus become your passion. By letting the Holy Spirit be your only guide and teacher every step, every minute of the day. By allowing God to set your heart on fire for Her. What a marvelous gift we have been entrusted with; greater than we could ever imagine or ask for— the gift of the Holy Spirit. God’s Spirit! She lives within each of us, directing us, guiding us, empowering us for great and mighty things. And filling us with faith.
Of this faith, I am a humble and enthusiastic witness! As my birth month begins, yes, chronologically my body is older, but my soul, my passion, my heart is more alive than I ever was at 23. I am more confident, more serene, more joyful and prayerful, more aware of God and more loving of God and neighbor. With awe and surrender, I have seen sins put to death and many new graces and talents come alive. Finding my own affirmation (encouragement) and gratefulness for never-ending commitment, 24/7 AVAILABLE servant-Pastor (call me anytime), immersed with sacrificing hard work and long hours called for to respectfully and humbly serve and lead God’s church and people. I am more alive at this birth month than I have ever been before.
And wait till you see me at 83!
One of the greatest things about following Jesus is that you do not have to be rich or famous or a great speaker or evangelist to walk in faith and make an impact on the world. You just have to be AVAILABLE and willing to let God use you. You just have to be AVAILABLE when God needs a servant to teach or touch or help another person in his name. You just have to be there! And how encouraging it is to know that any one of us can do that!
Bulletin – 9th Sun after Pentecost 02 Aug 2020
Sermon – Filling Empty Vessels Aug 2020
Weekly Devotinals – 3 – 8 August 2020
To God be the glory!
Pastor Clarissa
Rev. Clarissa Martinelli
Pastor, Fifth Avenue UMC
323 South Fifth Avenue
West Bend, WI
262.334.2059
847.721.1826 (M)
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. I am a child of God.” marianne williamison
