GOD DID IT

God will do it -- Oh yes He will! Just try him and see won't He do it! Praise God! Praise Him!

- Pastor

Deceit Destroys Relationships

Leviticus 6:1-7 (NIV)

Some people live as though God doesn't exist; as if He never has given His Word and as if they can do or say anything without consequences. Choices vs. Consequences...

Alas, even some believers act this way but God makes it clear that our relationship with Him should be the focus of our lives and not for the folly of others. Once we really focus on God, that will change our entire outlook on how we live before God and others. This new mindset will transform our thinking and actions --our goals and standards -- our motives and priorities. The new creature puts away old things...II Corinthians 5:17

The Bible tells us that God's people represent Him (and not just on Sundays). That means, we need to be trustworthy, always keeping our word (let your yes be yes....) and being as honest as possible (I know this is hard when you're trying to be someone else). Sadly, some people don't understand these truths. The feel justified in resorting to deception; saying or doing what they need to gain the advantage -- even as far as deliberately LYING to look good. Some are willing to ignore or even violate God's Word if they feel this would bring them gain or benefit(s).

What is the basis for this kind of deceit? It stems from sin in our hearts for we have acted unfaithfully against our Lord. It's what's in our hearts that matters. 1 Sam 16:7; Luke 6:45

Today, let's remember to make God and His Word our true foundation and not the shaky ground this world provides. Focus on what REALLY matters and do not be distracted by deceit. God's Word should be your foundational focus in life. Seek to please HIM! Serve God and obey His commandments (love Him and love your neighbor). Be on guard against any temptation and refrain from cheating and deception. After all, what's done in secret....Luke 12: 2-3

Today, ask God to free you from practicing deception. Ask God to free you deception and from that spirit to willfully sin. Ask God to aide you in faithfulness and stand firm to your convictions. Be honest in your actions, attitudes and words. Speak the truth! And ye shall know the truth...John 8:32

Prayer: Dear Lord, search my heart and expose any areas of deceit. Lord, help me to speak the truth in love and to be a FAITHFUL witness....a TRUTHFUL witness....a POSITIVE witness so that others my see the REAL Jesus in me. In the Light of Christ, Amen!

We're Up and Running Again....

Church of the Solid Rock has launched it's new website. Check us out at www.crock4christ.org.
Enjoy!!!

Church of the Solid Rock - New Website Coming Soon...

Greetings in Christ Friends,

Church of the Solid Rock's website is currently under new construction. Our new website will be up and running soon. For any news and updates about our church, connect to our Facebook Page, Yahoo Groups and Plaxo. Pastor Deckard is extremely excited about this new face of our website and hope you will enjoy it!

Also, don't forget to join us for worship this Sunday in celebration of Juneteenth. We will worship at the Dallas Marriott Suites Market Center in the San Antonio Room. Service begins at 10am so come early and get a seat. Come and be ready to get your PRAISE ON! C'mon...ROCK with us!!

Keep on reading my Blog --- I welcome your comments. God bless and may He keep you.

- Pastor

Make Me Over Again

Juneteenth Worship Celebration

Join Church of the Solid Rock, LOSF, 7Connection, Roy Murray Entertainment and other community leaders on June 20, 2010 at the Dallas Marriott Hotel (Market Center) for our Juneteenth Worship Celebration. Worship begins at 10 am in the San Antonio Room.

We are looking forward and expecting some great praise and worship, praying and preaching. Jesus will be on the main line so come on and tell Him what you want...of course, He'll always supply your needs.

Immediately following worship, we will enjoy a lovely brunch at the host hotel. The cost for the brunch is $15.

We look forward to worshiping and supping with you so....c'mon and ROCK with us!

- Pastor Deckard
WWW.CROCK4CHRIST.ORG

Just A Thought

"Sin without repentence leads to destruction"

ROCKFest 2010

Join Church of the Solid Rock this Saturday [May 15] to help us kick off our Membership Drive and Building Fund Campaign. There will be lots of FREE food & fun for the entire family. We'll also have games for all ages, give-aways, raffles and a live DJ. The Praise Dancers will also be performing.

If you're looking for some FREE fun, food and AWEsome "fellowship", bring yourselves and your families out to this wonderful event! Kick-off begins at 11 am at the Resource Center of Dallas on Reagan & Brown.

We are looking forward to it so....C'mon and ROCK with us!

- Pastor Deckard

Happy Mother's Day

Today would have been your 85th birthday

But God saw fit for you to celebrate that day cradled in His arms

As I celebrate the precious memories you left for me to cherish

I thank the Lord that He allowed us time together

To say our... hello's...I love you's... and good-bye's.
Flowers were given to you while you yet lived
And flowers were laid at the grave in your loving memory

As your spirit lives on in me

Your lasting impression keeps me free.

I love you and miss you mother

But I know that God needed your more...

Happy Birthday and Mother's Day!

Be Careful What You Pray For

The Prayer of Jabez:

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that you would bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested." 1 Chron. 4:10

What are you asking God for today? What type of blessings would you request? Enlarge your coast - how? Do you really want God to keep you from evil? Do you REALLY believe God will grant that which you have requested?

Oftentimes, I ask these exact questions myself; and the answer is YES I want God to bless and keep me from evil. Yes, I want God to enlarge my capacity to learn and teach, reach and achieve and NO, I do not want to be in pain due to my own infliction choices.

Of course, those who Believe, wants God to bless BUT what type of blessings are we asking for? What if God grants the blessing then you discover that you weren't really ready for? Hmmmm??? We have to be careful what we ask God for. Sometimes God has to show us that we are really not ready...maturity is still shallow...mindset is unstable...not ready for that huge responsibility.

• We THINK we want that executive position, only to discover that we are really working harder trying to make our mark instead of just "pushing a pen"...
• We THINK we want to become parents until we discover that parenting does NOT come with a manual and that the children are not disciplined and out of control!!
• We THINK we want to become home owners until we find out that maintaining the home could cost as much as the monthly mortgage payments (over a period of time)...
• Think you're ready for a new love & relationship but discovered the old one worked just fine - you just had to put some work into it???

Remember, when you pray, be sure to pray for all the right reasons. Your heart must be sincere and your level of maturity says you're ready for the blessing. Remember the old cliche' ...'be careful what you pray for 'cause you just might get it'....

I am very careful to pray with a sincere heart; to petition my requests to God carefully because I want to be sure that I am ready [in maturity and of sound mind] to handle the blessings...to avoid "losing my head"...thinking that I have arrived...avoiding the evils of this world...

God loves a humble servant - not a prideful fool.

Be thankful in all things. Always pray with a sincere and mature heart. After all, God knows our motives so make sure you're praying for all the right reasons and God will grant your blessed requests, such as He did for Jabez...and that blessing will not be a burden but a real blessing!

Are you ready? Are you sure? Then GO FOR IT!

Sharing God's Promise,

- Rev

Psalm 127:1-5

Resurrection (Easter) Sunday w/CRock

Please join us for some uplifting, foot-stomping, Bible-teaching truth!

Worship in the beauty of His holiness as Church of the Solid Rock (CRock) celebrates RESURRECTION (Easter) Sunday! He is Risen! He is Risen! He is Risen indeed!!!

The New Testament teaches that the resurrection of Jesus, which Easter celebrates, is a foundation of the Christian faith. The resurrection established Jesus as the powerful Son of God and is cited as proof that God will judge the world in righteousness. God has given Christians "a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead". Christians, through faith in the working of God are spiritually resurrected with Jesus so that they may walk in a new way of life.

God has given you salvation...will you accept the invitation or reject the opportunity to live with Christ for all eternity? The table has been set and you have been invited to the feast. Come...be fed...and be filled!

Rules from God for 2010

1. Wake Up! Decide to have a good day everyday.
"Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" Ps 118:24

2. Dress Up! The best way to dress up is to put on a God-smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. The Lord does not look at things the way humans do...
Man looks at the outward appearance but the Lord looks at the heart." I Sam 16:7

3. Shut Up! (be quiet) Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening and less talking...
"He who guards his lips guards his soul." Prv 13:3
"...a time to be quiet and a time to speak" Ecc 3:7(b)

4. Stand up! Stand for something good or you will fall for anything...
"Let us not be weary in doing good for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..." Gal 6:9-10

5. Look up! Look up to the Lord...
"I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me." Phil 4:13

6. Reach up! Reach for something higher...
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path." Prv 3:5-6

7. Lift up! Life up your prayers to God...
"Do not worry about anything;instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING." Phil 4:6

Remember: God answers prayer.