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"The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that wins souls is wise." ~ Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of righteous living enables one to become a tree of life. A tree of life is a meaningful source of life and an inspiration for others. As we continually seek wisdom from the Lord, we must apply that wisdom in leading souls to Jesus Christ. #bible #church #Christian #Dyersburg #Tennessee #PilgrimRestMissionaryBaptistChurch #Baptist

"Where no wood is, there the fire goes out: so where there is no talebearer (gossip), the strife ceases." ~ Proverbs 26:20 In this passage of scripture Solomon gives us a natural picture in which we can relate to. In order for a fire to continue to burn, it must have a source of fuel, in this case the source of fuel is wood. If the wood is removed the fire will cease. James 3:6 tells us that the tongue is a fire. The tongue of a talebearer or gossiper can create a great deal

"And the King shall answer and say to them, Verily I say to you, Inasmuch as you have done it to one of the least of these My brethren, you have done it to Me ." ~ Matthew 25:40 As we enter into a brand new and exciting year, 2018, we must continue to be about our Heavenly Father's business. In Mathew 25: 31-40, Jesus spoke of the sheep or believers that fed the hungry and gave drink to the thirsty: took in the stranger and clothed the naked: visited the sick and visited them

"Offer to God thanksgiving; and pay your vows to the Most High." ~ Psalm 50:14 We serve a Great God, and we should continually offer our sacrifice of thanksgiving unto Him. In Luke Chapter 17 we read the account of Jesus healing ten men from an incurable disease known as leprosy. After Jesus healed the ten men, only one returned to give Him thanks. Jesus asked the question, "Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine?" The Lord expects us to give Him thanks for who H

"Be you angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath (anger): Neither give place to the devil." ~ Ephesians 4:26-27 From time to time certain things will happen that will cause us to become angry. Many times in scripture we see that God became angry due to the sin and disobedience of the Children of Israel. Anger is a God given emotion that all people possess. We are to control our anger by not reacting to the cause of our anger in a negative way. Righteous ang

"Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all (none of) His benefits:" ~ Psalm 103: 1-2 We are to praise the Lord with all of our being, that is, to praise God's holy name with our whole heart. Let us not take for granted nor forget the many benefits that the Lord so richly bestows upon us each and every day!! I would encourage you to read Psalm 103 in its entirety as it makes mention of many of the L

"Be not deceived: evil communications (company) corrupt good manners." ~ 1 Corinthians 15:33 The Bible instructs us not to be deceived when it comes to the friends or company we chose to be around. We must be wise in selecting our friends because evil company is contagious and it will corrupt good behavior. #bible #church #Christian #Dyersburg #Tennessee #PilgrimRestMissionaryBaptistChurch #Baptist

"A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." ~ Proverbs 15:1 When we speak to someone we should exercise self-control concerning the tone of our voice. Speaking in a gentle tone can prevent anger and wrath from being stirred up. Speaking in gentle tone can allow communication to take place and prevent arguments from arising. #bible #church #Christian #Dyersburg #Tennessee #PilgrimRestMissionaryBaptistChurch #Baptist

"Behold, He that keeps Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep." ~ Psalm 121:4 We are Living in a world in which we cannot depend upon or be sure of many things around us, but it is great to know that we can put a hundred present of our confidence and assurance in the Lord! The Lord never slumbers nor sleep. He is always alert. He keeps us and watches over us 24/7!! #bible #church #Christian #Dyersburg #Tennessee #PilgrimRestMissionaryBaptistChurch #Baptist